The Third Strike

As the two hours came to an end, Toms made sure that no one was able to sleep any longer. "Alright, men, let's move out!"

Toms and Dirk began their march, not giving their followers any other option than to obediently head toward the border. However, something that the new soldiers noticed but didn't understand was the relocation of the captains. It was briefly talked about within the ranks and then quickly ignored as no answer was given as to why the captains were now located at the rear of the army's march.

"Men!" Seeing how the soldiers were a bit confused without their captains guiding them, Toms spoke up to reignite their rage. "We're almost at the border! Be ready to push through by force! If anyone is too distracted, then they're sure to die before claiming vengeance for their city!"

There was no call back at that time. Instead, the soldiers quickened their pace and sounded various battle cries as they neared their first bloody battle.