Solington left the meeting room with a defiant look on his face. Once they were sure he was well out of earshot, James said to the others, "Researcher Solington certainly is talented, but he's far too stubborn!"
Jackson burst out laughing. "At last, I get to see you eat humble pie! If even a tough old hide like you finds him hard to handle, that's really something, Viscount James!"
Horne merely smiled without joining in. He had always kept a respectful distance from such matters, and as a surrendered commander, he was in no position to offer too many opinions.
James took out a handkerchief and wiped away his sweat. "Still, at least we managed to persuade him to go back for now. These secret weapons may be very useful, but using them now would definitely disrupt our entire plan.
For the time being, let's keep Solington and his Thunderfire Cannon No. 1 hidden a little longer!"
Finally, James discussed a few more details with the others, then brought the meeting to a close.
For the remaining work, they would have to wait for battle reports from the front before making further, more detailed arrangements.
Not long afterward, the Ranger Cavalry unit sent out to retrieve the sentries successfully brought them back.
As the sentries entered the city, the soldiers gave them a warm welcome.
Although none of them feared fighting the enemy, news of the invasion had indeed made many of the second-line troops nervous.
That was why James had arranged this welcoming ceremony. These sentries had bravely carried out their duties and promptly warned the Border Fortress of the enemy's approach. He used their deeds as a shining example to raise the army's morale.
The welcoming ceremony worked very well. Seeing the sentries return covered in honor and