Chapter 53

Chapter 53

TL: IDevK11

Editor: Capitano

Hey, look at this!

Ottos real face inside the mask was bewildering.

Hes asking me to kill myself?

I felt strange. Would there be another day in my life when I receive a request for my own assassination?

Otto de Scuderia.

Otto muttered as if he found it interesting, and asked the Crown Prince.

Are you already concerned about someone youve never heard of?Thê source of this content n/o/v/(el)bi((n))

Hes definitely not someone to be taken lightly.

The Crown Prince replied.

According to the information weve gathered, Otto de Scuderia is a formidable figure. In just a few months, he has gained control over most of the western region and established the foundation of a country.

Hmm.

Now he may be just a minor king of a small country, but if he takes advantage of the civil war in our homeland, he could grow significantly, dont you think?

Although it can be seen that way

Furthermore, with the civil war underway, the national power of our homeland will greatly weaken.

The Crown Princes prediction was correct.

Regardless of who wins, the national power of the Rochan Kingdom was destined to greatly diminish in the future.

In the worst case, more than 70 percent of military strength could be lost.

If Otto de Scuderia takes advantage of our weakened homeland and invades that could be truly dangerous. Even if I defeat that traitor Alex and reclaim the throne, what good would it be if our homeland is destroyed by the invasion of the Iota?

You make a valid point.

He said, but Otto felt embarrassed inwardly.

Does this guy notice everything?

At the moment, the Crown Prince was seeing through Ottos plan with great accuracy.

Of course, he would have no idea that the person right in front of him was Otto, even in his dreams.

I want to cut off the roots. I want to eliminate the leader of the forces that will threaten my kingdom in the future.

I understand what you mean.

I will now eliminate Otto de Scuderia and win the battle against my traitor uncle, securing the throne.

What will you do next?

Naturally, I will launch an attack on Iota, once that they have lost their king.

Oh?

Then our Rochan Kingdom will completely dominate this region. If that happens our Rochan Kingdom will establish a foundation to become a powerful nation beyond the small countries on the outskirts.

The Crown Princes ambition was truly remarkable.

He aimed to completely dominate the western border regions of the continent and expand eastward to become a powerful nation.

His plan was exactly the same as Ottos.

The Crown Prince was definitely not a fool.

What do you think of my plan?

You are very wise, Your Highness.

Can you help me? If you assist me, I will definitely repay you generously.

Well. Otto replied with a smirk.

Of course, his face behind the mask wouldnt be visible while he was smiling.

Of course. I will assist you, Your Highness.

Is that really true? Thank you.

You dont have to mention it.

Then, will you kill Otto de Scuderia for me?

Its possible. I will try to arrange for Gonzalez, that wicked and persistent guy, to assassinate small fry Otto de Scuderia.

Yes, I will kill him for you. Hehehe.

Thank you! Thank you so much!

The Crown Prince tightly grasped Ottos hand and expressed his gratitude.

Unaware that the person right in front of him was very Otto, who had asked him to kill him.

***

After the meeting.

Whats the matter?

Camille asked Otto as he returned to their lodging.

Its nothing much. Just continue to assist me in the future. Im counting on you.

Understood.

Oh, and Otto added.

You have to kill me. The Crown Prince asked me to.

Very well.

Camille immediately placed his hand on the hilt of his sword.

?? WHOA!

Otto quietly listened to the conversation between the Crown Prince and Lord Robert, seeing through their inner thoughts.

If we fail to break through this Canyon Ridge, we have no future. We will truly be engaged in a difficult battle. Even if it means pushing ourselves, we must occupy the Canyon Ridge.

Even if we succeed in occupying it, we cannot avoid significant losses.

Then what should we do? If things continue like this, we will wither and die. Is there no other way?

Well, that

Even if it was Lord Robert, a seasoned commander-in-chief, it was impossible for him to come up with a way to quickly occupy the Canyon Ridge given the current situation.

He cant stand it and wants to force it, right?

Otto anticipated the Crown Princes next course of action.

We must occupy the Canyon Ridge even if it means pushing ourselves. Only then can we continue this war.

Indeed, Ottos prediction became a reality within seconds.

Either we go all out and occupy the Canyon Ridge or we perish like dogs. Otherwise, we have to find some way to occupy it, no matter what.

Based on Ottos experience, the Prince had about a 20% chance of successfully occupying Canyon Ridge.

The problem is even if they did succeed, the loss of troops will be too great.

According to Ottos estimation, even if they succeeded in occupying it, the Prince would lose more than a third of his troops.

In that case, the future war would become even more difficult, ultimately resulting in Duke Alexs victory and a swift end to the civil war.

And the Iota Kingdom would be finished as well.

Just like the Crown Prince, Duke Alex had no intention of leaving the rapidly growing Iota Kingdom unattended.

Your highness, but that is extremely dangerous

Sometimes we must make great sacrifices, Lord Robert. You know it too. If we dont capture the Canyon Ridge, we have no future.

I have already made my decision. We will attack the Canyon Ridge.

At that moment, Otto stepped forward.

I will do it.

I need to help here.

If Otto assists in capturing the Canyon Ridge, Prince Louis Blanc and Duke Alex will engage in a fierce battle, depleting their forces. In other words, Otto will achieve more than half of his objective.

I will attempt to capture the Canyon Ridge.

Is that even possible?

The prince couldnt believe what Otto was saying.

The Canyon Ridge was a strategically important stronghold, with nearly ten thousand rebel soldiers defending it.

To think of capturing such a place

For now, move our troops near the Canyon Ridge

What do we do next?

Just wait.

Just wait?

Yes.

What do you mean? Please explain in more detail.

You will find out when the time comes.

Leaving those words behind, Otto immediately left for command headquarters.

***

Three days later.

The suppressive army led by the prince arrived near Canyon Ridge.

The troops of the suppressive army have arrived.

Understood. Lets wait for now.

Otto, leading the Koutachi familys Magic Swordmans, hid around the Canyon Ridge. Upon receiving a report from Kasim, Otto nodded.

That night.

Lets go.

Otto led the Magic Swordmans as they began to ascend the Canyon Ridge.

The Canyon Ridge had already been occupied by rebel forces, and numerous rebel scouts were patrolling the area.

It was no surprise.

Since the princes army had gathered near the line, it was natural for the reconnaissance activities to intensify in preparation for an attack.

Pass by quietly.

Otto activated the Clairvoyance skill and the Magic Swordmans were wearing night vision goggles, easily sneaking past the rebel scouts and successfully infiltrating the rebel camp.

That was the frightening aspect of the Clairvoyance skill.

While it may not be of great help in direct combat, it provided tremendous tactical advantages during the night.

But that wasnt all.

Its visible.

With the Clairvoyance skill activated, Otto could clearly see inside the military tents set up in the rebel camp.

Thanks to that, Otto and his companions avoided the night guards patrolling around and moved freely, using the military tents as cover.

Lets change our disguises here.

Otto and the Magic Swordmans stole rebel uniforms that were laid out for drying and immediately headed towards the command tent.

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