The sky was thick with dark clouds.
Inside the military tent, Viscount Uris's mood was just as gloomy and oppressive as the weather.
To prepare for the next assault, he had gone many days without proper rest. His chin was covered in an unkempt, scraggly beard, making him look utterly lacking in aristocratic bearing.
Even so, he had no confidence in the outcome of the next assault.
The shadow of possible defeat loomed in his heart, suffocating him far more than the dark clouds in the sky.
That continued until Baron Terosos hurried into the military tent. "Lord Yuris, we found a flaw in the Repulsion Magic Array!"
Hearing this, Yuris froze for a second before remembering the attempt he had never placed much hope in.
He sprang to his feet, his face filling with incredulous delight. Grabbing Baron Terosos by the arm, he said in a trembling voice, "You... you really found it?"
"Yes, my lord. Keith has already taken people inside!" Baron Terosos said excitedly.
"Hahahaha—" Viscount Uris burst into laughter as if venting his feelings, unconsciously pumping his fist. "I knew it! Mosa stands with us. Those defilers of the doctrine will suffer the punishment they deserve!"
He then clapped Baron Terosos heavily on the shoulder. "My brother, rest assured. I will petition Bishop Grelmen and His Majesty Louis. You will receive the rewards you deserve, including everything I promised you before!"
Baron Terosos said, "It is my honor."
Viscount Uris nodded. The excitement on his face did not fade for a long while. He then strode out of the military tent and declared with high spirits, "Soldiers, Terosos and Keith have found a flaw in the Repulsion Magic Array. Now, follow me to Presto Fortress. You will witness the rise of a new Earl Presto!"
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