Short-Range Engagement

"AlDo expected everyone to perform their duties!"

Paul's message stirred a small discussion among the commanders in Crystal Radiance.

"I admit the earl's words are inspiring, but isn't it somewhat presumptuous for him to say that?"

Some people felt a little sour. They were nobles from the Royal Capital's Crystal Radiance—the true representatives of the kingdom.

Paul Greiman, on the other hand, was merely a lord from a remote corner of the northwest.

Many people secretly glanced at Princess Catherine, whom they believed was the person most qualified to say such a thing.

The princess's face was flushed, displaying an unusually intense excitement. Her rosy lips moved up and down as though she were repeatedly savoring those words.

Auffina cleared her throat loudly and reminded everyone, "Earl Greiman is the Royal Family's son-in-law. There's nothing wrong with him saying that!"

Everyone felt somewhat more at ease.

Just then, the Orcish Cavalry drew closer and closer. They began to pick up speed, and the dense clouds of dust blotted out the sky and sun, making everyone tremble at the sight.

Many people who had experienced the battle in Sunset Valley began to shiver.

It was also at this moment that the God of War let out a roar!

Under the unified command of Artillery Director Bryce, all the cannons opened fire almost simultaneously.

Dozens of shells instantly streaked toward the Orcish Cavalry, pouring humanity's fury onto the enemy.

The cannons were not positioned to face the enemy head-on. Each was angled slightly differently, forming a terrifying crossfire.

The Orcish Cavalry, which had begun its charge, was immediately struck like a thunderbolt from the blue. Cannonballs shrieked through the air and bounced across the ground. Whether they were sturdy War Horses or their riders, no flesh-and-blood creature could withstand these deadly metal