Obliterated Without a Chance to Resist

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On the top of a lush green hill on the outskirts of the Holy Knight Empire's capital city, Vaan, his ladies, the border lords, a few matriarchs, and a few imperial lords were situated. There, they camped, overlooking the grand city with the enormous Sun God statue at its center.

They were waiting for the city gates to open.

However, after waiting more than half an hour, it became clear that the city gates weren't opening for anyone. That was even after they announced the empire's defeat in war and demanded the city to surrender peacefully.

"Imperial soldiers are arming themselves and lining up on the walls, my Lord. It seems that the city intends to fight with whatever troops they have left, even after losing their army and emperor," Aeliana commented with a frown.