Regressor of the Fallen Family novel Chapter 127

Chapter 127

Regressor of the Fallen Family Chapter 127

Its nonsensical!

Heinckel immediately objected as soon as the mission (?) was relayed.

I expected there would be a test, but this is too much! This is practically telling us to go off and die on our own!

Instead of joining before, now that weve already joined, were to split up again and aim for the rear of the enemy lines? You must be joking, Logan?

Even Patrick, with a face revealing his disbelief, looked at his son, but Logan only gave a bitter smile and shook his head.

Unfortunately, this is the reality. The Dukes mind was narrower than I thought.

Ha. So, do you have an alternative?

None. We just have to make it happen.

The barracks fell momentarily silent at his indifferent answer.

But it was only for a moment, as opinions from all directions burst forth simultaneously.

How about pretending to follow the plan and then retreating instantly in the direction of the main camp to lure them

That could provide an excuse for the Second Princes faction to purge us for insubordination!

Or what if we start moving now and make a wide detour around the castle?

If we get discovered, well face a full-frontal attack from the First Princes faction!

We have no choice but to make use of the repeating crossbows to conduct guerrilla warfare. Assuming we maintain range and hit and run, we might avoid serious damage

With an army of 5,000, guerrilla warfare? Perhaps just the knights and crossbow cavalry

Quiet, quiet!

Thump. Thump.

After quieting the noisy crowd, Logan continued speaking calmly.

Even if the First Princes faction has the upper hand, the difference isnt that significant yet. So they cant afford to pull out too many troops to catch us. At best, an army of a single border count may come. One thats been in sync for a long time.

Like the old elite forces of Bifrost, you mean?

At Patricks words, the faces of the commanding knights and Heinckel in the tent stiffened.

Most of them were veterans of the battle of Tomodo.

The thought of clashing with an army possessing similar strength to Bifrost at the time raised their concern and fear.

The fact that Bifrost had been one of the stronger border counts was something they couldnt forget.

While observing the gloomy atmosphere, Logan calmly spoke.

Since guerrilla warfare came up, that seems to be the most realistic approach. Sir Heinckel, what do you think of this possibility?

Even if we were to engage in guerrilla warfare by maintaining our range and hit-and-run tactics, our crossbow cavalry wouldnt be able to fend off the enemys knight order. If we want to block the knight order, our own knights must step in, and the moment they clash, it turns into a full-scale battle unless we decide to use our knights as expendable pawns.

The tent became silent again at the absurd suggestion.

Even if we win in the end, the damage will be tremendous. Wouldnt that defeat the purpose of us joining the faction?

It would seem so. But what if we could win a full-scale war without significant damage?

Pardon?

Sir Clayton. That would be possible, right?

Logans gaze, and thus the gaze of everyone else in the tent, turned to a corner. The grim-faced middle-aged mage nodded confidently under their collective attention.

Of course.

What?

Sir Mage?

What does that mean?

While the crowd stirred once more, Patrick raised his hand to calm them and sighed softly at Logan.

Youre saying you want to use that in our first battle?

Its a necessary move in our current situation.

Am I the only one who doesnt understand what youre talking about?

Heinckel looked around with a sense of unfairness, but only Patrick, Logan, and Clayton nodded in agreement.

We have a new weapon prepared through the combined efforts of the Mage Tower and the Workshop. My apologies for not speaking about it earlier, Sir Heinckel.

A new weapon?

Its a powerful and dangerous tool, and as such, maintaining security was needed. I hope you understand.

Ah. Ha ha. Well, if its something like that, no worries. A weapon that truly guarantees us victory right?

Of course.

Heinckels expression brightened quickly.

Despite being a senior member of their family, he showed no sign of displeasure at being kept in the dark about a crucial secret.

His mood matched that of the commanding knights who nodded with bright expressions in response.

Years of explosive growth and battles had firmly established trust, plainly visible in their faces. Logan also nodded with contentment at the sight.

* * *

The McLaine family has joined the Second Princes faction? Ha Have they gone mad, or has Yordan lost his mind?

As Juan Douglas murmured to himself, a response came from behind him.

Either way, its just more lives to be taken.

Ha ha. Arent you too cold, Kyron? Werent they old classmates? I believe their children were even betrothed at one point?

That relationship is over now.

The handsome middle-aged man with silver hair and black eyes calmly replied to the dukes words.

Cold-hearted, arent you? Dont you feel a pang of regret? After all, they even restored their old homeland. If that bond had continued, they might have had no choice but to stand with us.

Shining platinum hair and bright blue eyes.

Although stemming from different lineage, the pure blood of the Grandia royal family ran thickly through Juan Douglass veins, evidence present before Kyron Wolves, who inwardly sneered.

The ambition of this mage with more maternal blood was to break past his insurmountable status and sit in a seat he would not otherwise be able to occupy.

If anyone stood in the way of that path, he would not let them be.

The McLaine family, which had gone awry, was already mere target for removal in his mind.

The question had an expected answer.

He merely bowed his head, spouting the determined response.

Had that been so, I would have lost my connection with your Highness. Why would I dwell on the small when I have gained so much more?

Ha ha. Still, I find it regrettable. Werent our bonds bound to continue?

I shall put an end to that regret in the next battle.

Oh? Are you confident? Those are the ones who outsmarted Bifrost.

That was just a cheap trick. And the secret weapon they have was already obtained by our family long ago.

Secret weapon?

Our elite troops have just completed their training and joined us. I will show them to you in the next battle.

Hmm Really? Well, Im looking forward to it.

In the brief exchange within the castle of the First Princes faction, the impact of the McLaine familys joining was still minimal.

For now.

* * *

The fierce but unseen assassination warfare resumed inconclusively, and after a long lull, an all-out war broke out.

Surprisingly, it was the beleaguered Second Princes side that drew their swords first.