Analysis and Deployment

Knight Yellen watched the group walk away, then looked at the nobles who remained and said, "My lords, apart from the two viscounts leading the vanguard, the rest of the troops will still depart early tomorrow morning as planned. Please be prepared."

Furthermore, the Count has also said that it's best not to gather at the camp gate.

The nobles nodded repeatedly, indicating that they would obey military orders, and returned to their respective posts.

After they left, Yellen summoned several Battalion Commander from the Great Oak Territory, gave them a few instructions, and then left the Main Camp to return to Dos City.

The army's movement wouldn't be so quick. Yellen planned to return to report to Count Black first, and then observe the movements of the two viscounts' armies.

Yellen quickly returned to the city, and just as he was about to enter Count Black's villa, Count Black also came out of the villa.

"Yellen, you're back so fast! Those two guys must be tough to deal with!"

"My lord, everything went smoothly. Viscount Isold and Viscount Leo have agreed to send troops first. I've come to report back to you. Where are you headed?"

After hearing Yellen's words, Count Black was somewhat surprised, but he didn't pay too much attention to it. He beckoned to Yellen, "I didn't expect you to get things done so quickly. Come with me and tell me slowly. I was just about to go to the camp."

"Yes, sir, this is what happened..."

On the other side, after arranging for his troops to break out of the camp, Viscount Leo went directly to Viscount Isold's camp.

After exchanging greetings with the guards at the camp, he was allowed into the camp. The two families were extremely close, and it was easy for them to enter and leave each other's camps.

Leo arrived at Isolde's tent and saw Isolde talking to Baron Freyzer. Isolde also noticed Viscount Leo, said a few words to Baron Freyzer to send him away, then led Viscount Leo into the tent and closed the tent door.

As soon as he entered, Leo couldn't wait to say, "Isolde, what do you think? Is what Yellen said true? Will the old man really let us go so easily?"

He used to be very strict and intolerant of any wrongdoing, and his discipline of the troops was extremely rigorous. Could there be something fishy going on here?

Isolde did not answer immediately. Instead, she asked Leo to sit down first, and then casually picked up a bottle of wine to pour Leo a glass.

Leo shoved away the glass Isolde offered him, "What time is it? We're still drinking? Say something already!"

"Look at you, you're in such a hurry again!"

It's not like I won't tell you. If I do, you can relax and we can just do what we need to do.

Besides, Yellen is the old man's confidant. He was originally the youngest officer in Great Oak Territory and was part of the old man's team prepared for his grandson, Brando. He wouldn't lie to us about something like this.

As for that old guy, I don't think he had any good intentions. At first, I didn't really want to agree, but he had already made a boast in front of everyone, so it was really hard to refuse.

But then I thought, even if he has ill intentions, our two families are strong enough to protect ourselves. You don't think our two families are no match for that Viscount Golden Sunflower, do you?

Leo shook his head upon hearing this. "The Golden Sunflower Family does indeed have a profound foundation and stands out among baron families, but even if he is promoted to viscount, his strength limit is still there. I don't think he can defeat us."

Isolde leisurely sipped his wine. "Yes, we've only been viscounts for a year. Even with the family's previous accumulation, we can only manage about 2,000 standing soldiers at most. Even if we pull in some Serf Soldiers to make up the numbers, what do we have to fear!"

Leo nodded in agreement. "That's right. Our two armies combined have about 7,000 men, with a standing army of over 4,000. Even if he has a large number of Cavalry with the support of the Northlands, he is no match for us."

"So it's very simple. My idea is not to split up our troops. We'll combine our forces and move forward together to help recapture Red Ginseng Territory. With Baron Freyzer's cooperation, it won't be difficult for us to take Red Ginseng Territory."

Then they stationed their troops west of Golden Sunflower Territory, waiting for the main force to arrive before advancing, determined not to take on the toughest challenge first.

"Isolde, you're right, that's the way to do it. Even if that old guy wants us to be the scapegoats, we're not afraid as long as we stay calm."

Isolde downed the wine in his glass in one gulp. "Once he arrives with his main force, we'll remain still and wait for them to start fighting. Then we'll find the weak point in Golden Sunflower Territory and take it down in one fell swoop."

This time, we must achieve the greatest merit. As long as we can make an appearance before Grand Duke Mora and then achieve great merit in suppressing the Northern Frontier Rebels, we may have a chance to advance further.

"You should know that besides Count Iron Birch, Count Ironvine from the south is also involved in this treason case. The Grand Duke will definitely offer these two Count's title as rewards, and both of us will have a chance."

Leo was also very happy to hear this, and then added, "The old man is being so proactive this time, probably to curry favor with the Grand Duke. He is the maternal grandfather of the traitor Jorah, and the Grand Duke will definitely not let him off easily. Maybe the Grand Duke will offer up three Count's title."

"That makes sense. I wish us good luck in our military endeavors and hope we have the opportunity to advance further."

"Okay, best wishes to you too."

Isolde stood up and poured two glasses of wine, and the two clinked glasses and drank them down in one gulp.

The two then parted ways and returned to their respective military units.

More than two hours later, it was already past 2 p. m., and the two armies finally finished packing up their camps and began to march south in a line.

Near the camp where the other nobles had gathered again to bid farewell to the two and their troops, Count Black and Yellen also appeared.

Isolde and Leo quickly walked toward Count Black, and bowed to him as they approached.

"Count Excellency, what brings you here?"

"Look at what you two are saying. As the commander-in-chief of the expeditionary force, I'm here to see you two off on such an important occasion. Can't I come?"

Isolde quickly changed his tune. "Count Excellency, please don't joke. Knight Yellen has already told us that you have agreed to let us be the vanguard. There's no need for you to come and see us off in person."

"I think you two don't quite trust me, so I came here to put your minds at ease."

Isolde and Leo exchanged glances, not quite understanding why Count Black would say such a thing.

"The reason I volunteered to lead the campaign against Viscount Golden Sunflower was to seek forgiveness from the Grand Duke. I put a lot of effort into this request and also asked Count Lagos for help before I finally got the Grand Duke's approval."

I hope to handle this matter well and take down Golden Sunflower Territory smoothly. It was indeed my oversight that Red Ginseng Territory was captured, but fortunately, it is still not too late to salvage the situation.

Therefore, I expect you to serve as vanguards and help Baron Freyzer reclaim his territory. If you achieve victory, I guarantee that when you report your achievements to the Grand Duke later, the two of you will be credited first.

You are only allowed to win, not lose, and you must fight beautifully. Can you do that?

"The Count Black said solemnly."

Upon seeing Count Black's attitude, the two men were immediately alarmed and hurriedly promised not to fail in their mission.

Seeing the two men's statements, Count Black said nothing more and simply walked away from the marching column.

The two men returned to the marching column and continued to lead the troops forward.