Chapter 38 War (II)

Count Matthew Notte of the Notte Duchy asked in a clear voice, "What plans do you have regarding the order of the army's assault?"

As soon as he spoke, everyone in the tent held their breath, as this was the question that the various noble lords present most wanted to ask.

After all, under the customary feudal system of the North, their armies were their foundations; no one was selfless enough to want to deplete their own strength to win. Many nobles were even participating under half-coercion, though the Rackman Family had made offers that were hard to refuse.

Duke Robert pressed his gloved hands down slightly and said calmly,

"Everyone, please remain calm. I will not let your armies die in vain."

"The Duke has conscripted ten thousand laborers to form the 'Legion of Honor,' who will act as the vanguard. These brave people will test the strength of the evil dragons' minions for us."