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Chapter 141.1: Battle of the Knights (1)

The dwarf sub-captains unconsciously glanced at Mackald.

If this happened, there was a high possibility that the battle would be decided in an encounter battle. If that was the case, the siege warfare that Mackald wanted. . .

. . .Im fine. Even if its not a siege, cant we still show our bravery?

Youre right! Lets show the vampires the fearsome might of the dwarves.

Even without siege warfare, the dwarf mercenaries were powerful. Armed with spears, axes and shields, their approach was like a solid fortress.

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Looks like information leaked out.

Johan muttered dissatisfiedly. At those words, the mercenary captains tensed up.

Although the plague and curse had ended, Johans authority was still absolute. The mercenaries still worshipped Johan. If someone stood in front of the mercenaries and shouted !, they would rush like mad dogs to hang their commanders.

Since Johan spoke like that, they couldnt help but feel nervous. If there was a culprit among them who leaked information. . .

What makes you think so?

Among the mercenary captains, only Gurelic could open his mouth. Thanks to being the first to change sides.

Initially ridiculed with ?, Gurelic was now praised as .

The other mercenary captains also glanced at Gurelic. The adjutant of the powerful was always more fearful than the powerful themselves. They practically held the power over life and death of their underlings with their tongues.

The speed at which the vassals are joining seems faster than I thought.

The Count of Jekyllid didnt come to attack with less than a hundred soldiers just because he went crazy. He was able to do this because his vassals were rallying.

The situation was different from when Johan had broken through the south with the full support of the Order and seized the county.

To think they dare betray His Excellency that allows them to preserve their lives. . . We should take them out right now and execute them!

And those who were quick-witted moved even faster here. The others made regretful expressions. I should have spoken first!

No. We cannot execute nobles for uncertain reasons. It goes against honor.

Johan flatly refused. Of course, it wasnt because of honor but because of their ransom value. The hostages captured now were from the noble families of the Hundred Kingdoms. They were guys who would be useful to exploit later.

His mood was unpleasant but Johan could wait as long as necessary. He would collect several times more for this incident.

Dont allow their servants to go out and double the surveillance. What is the scale of the enemy?

According to the report, the enemy forces numbered three to four thousand. Most were lightly armed or hastily conscripted soldiers.

Hearing that report, the mercenary captains openly ridiculed them. Their number was a whopping five thousand. And that was after filtering out the ragtag and newcomers to pick only elite troops.

Most were well armed and experienced, and there were many heavy infantry as well. They were amused that the enemies dared to attack with that kind of force.

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Dont be arrogant. This is enemy territory.

Sorry.

Closely identify enemy cavalry. Unforeseen situations may arise.

Yes, understood.

Despite the overwhelmingly advantageous situation, Johan thoroughly prepared. As before, they approached along the coast with the fleets escort. They could receive supplies and support in case of emergency.

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