Chapter 64: (1)

Chapter 64: (1)

Bet That Life of Yours Here!

The independent battalion of the Purin Kingdom Army headed into the mountain ranges in pursuit of the group of demons. The first one that awaited them was the cavalry unit that had moved ahead of them.

They had faithfully obeyed the order to avoid battle, with none of them injured, the whole unit was there. After quickly arranging the convergence with the leading unit, the main force continued their pursuits of the demons.

Although a slight delay occurred due to their earlier convergence, it did not prove to be a problem at all. It was because the group they were after did not go further deeper into the mountain ranges, but instead had set up battle formation as if to confront them.

Its like a fortress.

The commander of the independent battalion muttered as he stared at the small mountain where the demons had settled on.

As the high ground standing in front of them was surrounded by steep cliffs, it was easy to tell that it would be difficult to climb. Upfront, there was a small patch of terrain that looked barely like a stretch of path leading upwards, but it would be too difficult to traverse as a battalion.

Reporting, sir. They may be difficult to see from here, but we have confirmed that there are several routes on the sides that may lead upward. However, we deem them to be more difficult to traverse than the upfront route.

Good work.

The commander examined the reports of his subordinates and began to come up with a plan to capture this high ground. There, Hero Kamui came along.

Commander-dono, did some sort of problem occur?

Yes, it seems that this high ground could be said to be a natural castle or fortress. Not only are the invading routes limited, the paths are also narrow. Operating in groups is our speciality, but this time we will have no choice but to fight in small numbers. However, judging from the fact that they decided to barricade themselves there, it doesnt look like the rumored Demon Lord is among them. Considering the rumor of the power of the demon lord, there should be no reason for them to be on the defense, after all.

Should we step up here? Were used to fighting in places like this.

No, theres no need for you to act, yet. We cant afford to waste Hero-donos power, the trump card against the demon lord, in a place like this, after all. Please let us handle the capture of this place. If possible, Id like to just surround them and be done with it, but I dont think it will work that way, after all.

Kamuis gallant expression as he stood in front of a battle turned into a questioning one. The commander replied, floating a wry smile.

Our objective is to neutralize and subdue that group. It is true that we can neutralize them by force, but if there is an easier way to neutralize them, I believe we should choose that option.

Everyone listened to Currymans instructions with a serious expression, as though making sure not to miss even a single word. After looking around at them for a while, Curryman called out at the end.

All right, take your positions!

All those who were capable of fighting started to take their positions at once. Curryman also made his way to the front area which was under his charge.

Wouldnt it have been better to bring some more people?

The one who called out to him from behind was Kugel, who was also to face the opponent at the front.

No, this is fine. To be frank, were simply too short-handed. If we were to be attacked all at once, Madpie and Orangettos support will also eventually be unable to keep up, after all. Well make the opponent focus on attacking this front area.

So thats why we are going to defend here with only the two of us, huh. Thats quite an interesting plan. If possible, it would be nice if the standoff could continue like this, though.

Descending from the high ground, Curryman checked the situation below. His eyes were vigorously moving around to capture the figures of the Kingdom army.

Looks like we arent lucky enough for things to turn out that smoothly. It seems that the other side is very motivated, after all.

Phew, in that case, lets show them our motivation as well.

Curryman, who had trained together with him these days, could tell that Kugel was brimming with spirit in the face of the battle without the need to even turn around.

Dont get too wild in sheer excitement, alright? Our goal is to buy us some time, after all.

I see, Ill do my best.

The presence of people drifted in from ahead.

Well then, lets get started.

Curryman grabbed his twin swords in both hands and looked towards the front.