"No choice."
Jie Laier shook his head. Looking at the map of the Ili Hills before him still gave him a headache.
What Achier had said during the meeting was indeed true, though he had slightly exaggerated the extent of the supply shortages within the camp.
As the minister responsible for the logistics of Gordon Kingdom's army, Achier had the most authority to speak on the matter. The other generals had no way to verify whether he was telling the truth.
So Jie Laier had instructed Achier to do so. Achier was merely worried that it might cause panic or even disorder throughout the army. They could not afford to fall apart before the enemy took the bait.
"You know the kingdom's situation. Although it still has some strength left, it can no longer provide us with much greater support."
Jie Laier's brow furrowed slightly, his gaze remaining fixed on the documents before him.
"To be honest, if I could, I'd rather charge onto the battlefield and fight like before, but..."
Jie Laier shook his head slightly. As the commander of this army, he knew such a desire was simply unrealistic.
Unless one was a legendary powerhouse, even Gold-level Professionals would find it difficult to influence the outcome of a war between kingdoms.
Even though he was considered powerful among Gold-level Professionals, his strength was far less useful than his presence at the center, reinforcing the soldiers' resolve.
"Only now do I understand why Father stopped me from attacking the Caro Kingdom."
"We really can't hold on much longer."
Jie Laier shook his head bitterly. Most people in the kingdom believed he had been the greatest contributor to all their previous victories, but back then, he had not needed to consider anything else. He only needed to focus on defeating