Ironvine Territory (33)

As the main force of the Allied Army began to assemble and head towards the Yalori Valley, Dawan also found Viscount Asur and Viscount Melendo.

"The operation has now entered a new phase. Next, our entire force will enter the valley to engage the Southern Front Forces of the Ironvine Territory."

I have obtained permission from Rusa that you two can join forces with me to attack the enemy camp on the east side of the valley. Do you two have any other needs?

Asur and Melendo exchanged a glance and shook their heads. They had received enough from Dawan in the past two days and felt that it would be impolite to ask for more.

Even Asur, who had always been prejudiced against Dawan, changed his opinion of Dawan after his troops received a lot of new weapons and equipment. In his eyes, Dawan changed from a hypocritical fat man to a rich and humble fat man.

Asur spoke first, saying, "The combined strength of the three of us exceeds 15,000, while according to our intelligence, the garrison in the entire Yalori Valley does not exceed 10,000."

There are three camps inside the valley, each with a maximum force of 4,000 men. We are fighting with nearly four times the enemy's strength, so what is there to worry about?

Dawan, you make the arrangements. I can guarantee that we will be the team that ultimately takes down the enemy camp.

Melendo agreed, "Asur is a very experienced combatant. If he says so, the success rate must be very high."

Dawan, let's set off as soon as possible. The sooner we arrive, the sooner we can join the battle, and the greater our achievements will be.

Dawan was delighted by Asur and Melendo's words, and he was filled with confidence for the upcoming operation.

"As long as you two achieve our goal, I guarantee that the subsequent rewards will not disappoint you."

"Furthermore, Viscount Asur, I am indeed not good at commanding troops. I intend to hand over my troops to you for command. What do you think?"

Dawan knew his own limitations, and Asur's fighting prowess was well-known in the Southern Region. He felt that entrusting the troops to Asur would allow them to be used more effectively.

Asur hadn't expected Dawan to hand over his army so readily; in his eyes, Dawan's chubby face became even more endearing.

"Dawan, rest assured, we will definitely be the first to take the camp."

After the three discussed and agreed on their plan, they immediately mobilized their army and began their advance.

Meanwhile, the other nobles of the Allied Army also led their troops into the Yalori Valley. In a short time, tens of thousands of people surged onto the main road, creating thick dust as everyone raced to get ahead.

By noon that day, the first War Department, led by Rusa, arrived at the outer wall of the Yalori Valley.

Sir Gregory personally went out of the city to greet Rusa, accompanied by several officers from the Independent Regiment.

Rusa rode up to the group, led by his guards, dismounted, and first greeted his subordinate Gregory.

"Gregory, you've worked hard. As expected, you've always carried out my orders very well. This time, you should be able to fulfill your long-cherished wish."

Gregory immediately knelt on one knee and said excitedly, "Your Excellency, thank you for your trust in me."

Then Rusa turned his gaze to Suas and Portland. Seeing Rusa looking at them, the group quickly bowed to Rusa.

Rusa returned the greeting, then walked past the group toward the gate, saying as he went, "I led tens of thousands of troops and was blocked outside the Yalori Valley for more than a month. We were exhausted because of the difficulties in supplying food and commanding the battle."

"If it weren't for your sudden appearance and help in taking down the outer wall of the Yalori Valley, I don't know how much longer I would have been stuck here."

Before Suas could say anything, Lanko nudged Portland, Portland then spoke first, "Rusa has really had a hard time. These rebels led by Lloyd don't appreciate the Duchy's favor towards them and are only showing off their temporary glory by relying on their advantageous terrain to resist your army."

Even without us, you would find a way to crush their turtle shell."

Portland's words amused Rusa. "You must be Baron Portland?"

Portland forced out a sob in his voice. "Yes, Your Excellency Rusa, I am Portland. I am ashamed that as a member of the Iron Vine Family, I could not stop Lloyd and his cronies. I can only find other ways to serve the Duchy."

"No, don't say that. Baron Portland, you've done very well. I believe you will achieve even more in the upcoming battles and wash away the stain on the Iron Vine Family."

After comforting Portland, Rusa looked at Suas: "You must be Suas?"

"Yes, I am Suas, who only hopes to avenge my former master."