446 Growing forces

 "Master, I've infiltrated their communication channel."

 "Good," said he promenading atop the sought-after bridge. Arches at regular intervals with inlays of dragons and other deities gave an idea of its origin. The opposing cavalry was naught but horses without horsemen. Staxius's companions took care of business. Mainly Intherna, her trail of fire burnt many to crisps.

 "Excuse me," voiced the Commander in utter amazement. The view stretched before was of a team seemingly indestructible. "Who are those with his majesty?"

 "Oh," paused Yves who scanned for a path of exit, "-those are his majesty's personal guards and allies, I think."

 "You think?" 

 "Didn't you see how quickly they dispatched of the coming waves…"

 "Still," the tone came across as indecisive, "-I see no way how one could defeat 120,000 men alone."