Unable to Sit Still

On the dry, saline-alkali land, a gust of wind blew by, and the sound of horses' hooves grew louder as a troop of Cavalry galloped by. The horseshoes pounded on the whitish saline-alkali soil, kicking up plumes of white smoke.

At this moment, Victor is leading his guards to the front line to observe and inspect the situation in the area.

In the past few days, nobles from the Eastern Region have arrived here with their private armies, joining forces with the previously retreating Allied Army and returning to the abandoned camp.

This time, facing the surge in the Eastern Coalition of Nobles, Victor did not take the initiative to attack. After all, with the reinforcements, the number of the Allied Army had more than doubled, and they were all very cautious, simply hiding in their camps to build up their fortifications.

However, considering that he couldn't do nothing, Victor simply ordered James's Cavalry, which had been replenished with warhorses, to look for opportunities to attack the supply lines of these Coalition of Nobles.

However, these nobles were very careful. They relied on the river for their supply lines and built several small outposts to guard them. Even though James personally led the troops, the Cavalry lacked siege weapons and could not find a good way to destroy these supply line outposts.

However, relying on the numerical advantage of his own Cavalry, James directly compressed the Coalition of Nobles's scouts to the vicinity of their camp, preventing them from venturing out of the camp's protection to conduct reconnaissance.

However, these Coalition of Nobles did not do nothing. In addition to expanding and fortifying the camp, they also blocked the upstream river, seemingly preparing to cut off the water source, since the main water source for Victor's camp was that river.

Fortunately, Victor had anticipated this situation and built a reservoir in the camp. The water supply was enough for all the troops to use for one or two months. As for drinking water, they relied on several large wells dug in the camp. These shallow wells in the saline-alkali land were not drinkable, but they were good for washing clothes.

However, Victor also made multiple preparations, since it was unknown how long the war would last. Victor also ordered the engineering troops to dig deep wells and find wells with drinkable water.

Victor quickly reined in his horse, and they came to a small hill, which was the highest point in the vicinity. Victor jumped off his horse and walked up the hill.

Seeing the lord's actions, his guards automatically split into two groups. One group dismounted and formed a guard formation, holding weapons and following Victor. The other group rode on horseback, in small groups of three, and began to spread out around a small hill to provide long-range protection.

Victor climbed to the top of the small hill and looked towards the direction of the Coalition of Nobles camp. He quickly found James's troops.

Light Cavalry squads of Golden Sunflower Territory were scattered around the Allied Army camp, blocking all entrances and exits.

These Cavalry maintained a safe distance, and the Coalition of Nobles forces had no way to stop them.

Sometimes the Allied Army commander would send out a force of a few hundred men to drive them away, but soon several Cavalry squads would gather and surround the troops leaving the camp, firing volleys to harass them. Although only a few men were wounded, it still made things very difficult for the War Department.

However, if the Allied Army send out more troops, these harassing Cavalry will simply flee, giving them no chance.

Victor nodded. James was indeed very cautious, avoiding reckless battles and the loss of important Cavalry.

Just as Victor was observing the distance with his lips pursed, a troop of Cavalry also noticed the situation at the small hill and rushed over. They were stopped by Victor's guards not far from the hill. When they learned that the lord had arrived...

The Cavalry squad leader immediately sent someone to inform his Regimental Commander, and then led his troops to join the outer perimeter security work.

Michael was in charge of the outer perimeter security. He nodded to his sensible ally. With the new manpower, Michael assigned tasks and immediately doubled the size of the perimeter.

Just 15 minutes later, James received news that Victor had arrived at the front line and immediately led his men over.

As a high-ranking officer in the territory, James was naturally not stopped by the guards. He led two attendants directly to the foot of the small hill.

He told his men to stay at the foot of the mountain, and went up the mountain alone to see Victor.

Victor had seen James when he arrived at the bottom of the mountain, and Victor was already waiting for him when James climbed to the top.

"Victor, what brings you here? This is the front line. You only brought a squad of guards. You're too bold."

Upon seeing Victor, James quickly spoke up.

"You've already cornered these War Department in the camp, what am I afraid of? Even if we're threatened, I believe Regimental Commander James will protect me."

After Victor finished speaking, he patted James on the shoulder and told him not to worry. James could only roll his eyes at Victor's words.

"You still haven't said why you came to the front lines. Why couldn't you stay in the camp?"

After James asked the question, Victor nodded immediately to his surprise.

"Yes, I really can't stay here any longer. Our fleet has been taken away, and I'm very worried."

Although I believe that Sodoma and Captain Jack's fleet, with the help of Viscount Sonanda and the Great Oak Territory fleet, will surely defeat the noble fleet.

But it's a naval battle after all, and I can't participate. I can only rely on them. I hope everything goes smoothly.

James immediately understood what Victor meant. During Victor's time as lord, he had made all the political and military decisions in the territory, and he personally commanded many battles, even leading the charge and fighting bravely to win them.

But this naval battle is different. Even if Victor wanted to participate, his subordinates would not agree. After all, naval battles are far more dangerous than land battles, and Victor is indeed incapable of commanding naval battles, so he can only trust his subordinates completely.

"Victor, don't worry, they'll definitely be fine. Just wait for the news of victory."

James smiled and comforted him.

Victor looked at James and suddenly smiled, leaving James puzzled.

"I never expected that you could comfort me."

This infuriated James, and he was about to retort when Victor shut him down with, "So, did you find anything?"

James stopped dwelling on what had just happened and began to answer Victor's question, "This is not good. These nobles are too honest, which is not normal. According to our intelligence, there are at least 11 noble banners in the camp, but they have managed to reach an agreement and get along well. I suspect there must be something fishy going on."

Victor nodded. "Currently, we have limited intelligence. We'll have to wait a few days until the Great Oak Territory's army arrives, and they'll provide us with more detailed intelligence."

After a brief conversation, Victor led his guards back to the camp, while James continued to block the gate with his Cavalry.