Seeing the cheers and enthusiasm of the soldiers and Knight, Duke said to the Marquis: "Ordinary people are so easy to take advantage of. A false promise can make them full of fighting spirit. If the eldest prince's army launches an attack tomorrow, I don't know how many people will survive."
"Change your habits. That is a false king. He is an enemy of His Highness the Crown Prince. Be careful what you say and do. Those Swarm monsters are very smart. They are really the eyes and ears of His Highness the Crown Prince. This is not a rumor."
The Marquis looked around fearfully and warned Duke.
Duke was stunned and his face turned pale. He recalled that when he met Chloe for the first time, those Swarm monsters almost became his nightmare.
After stroking his chest with his hand for a long time, Duke finally regained his breath. His hair seemed to be whiter.
"Thank you, Your Majesty the Marquis, I will keep your warning in mind. I didn't expect the rumors to be true. It's so scary. I'm even afraid of talking in my sleep now."
"You don't have to worry so much. His Highness Princess is indeed very generous. Otherwise, you can see that your soldiers often complain about her and Swarm monsters in private. She can hear it, so it's not like they haven't been held accountable." the Marquis consoled him.
"I will definitely educate these brats when I get back and tell them not to talk nonsense." Duke said fiercely.
After scolding his soldiers, Duke felt a little relieved. He continued, "His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and the Swarm monsters are scary, but at least they are on our side. And the outcome of this war does not depend on our human army, but on the Crown Prince and her Swarm."
"Yes, fortunately this terrifying force is on our side. This may be the reason why His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is confident in wanting a decisive battle." The Marquis agreed.
Chloe When people here were hesitant and worried, Robert was also uneasy.
Robert's camp is located in the core area of the 100,000-strong army. It is the most tightly guarded and has the strongest buildings. There is even a team of high-level Knight and Psionics mages serving as long-term guards.
The interior of the strict fortress also has exquisite decoration and comfortable furniture. Robert was particularly particular about this aspect.
At this time, he was sitting on a gorgeous chair. In front of him, a reconnaissance mage was casting Clairvoyance for him. Through this long-distance observation spell, Robert observed the enemy troops on the hills.
He had been watching for half an hour, but still said nothing. It was not until his third brother, the Prime Minister of the Empire, George, came in that he waved his hand to let the investigative mage go down.
George did not wear the exquisite dress this time, but put on heavy armor. After hanging the cloak on the shelf, he asked, "Why did you call me here in such a hurry?"
"George, I feel very uneasy. Our sister is not a fool. Why would she leave such a big flaw to me?"
Robert raised his head and looked at George, his eyes full of exhaustion.
He continued, "I asked the reconnaissance mage to observe the entire camp on the hill. Chloe's 50,000-strong army has too many new recruits and too many rabble. Why does she dare to fight me head-on? Are the prophesied monsters really that powerful?"
"To be honest, my dear brother, I can't answer your questions. We only know about that kind of monster through rumors. According to the rumors, they are terrifying in appearance, bloodthirsty and ferocious. They conquered the Warriors' Fort in one day and killed half of the defenders." George replied with a wry smile.
"Hey, what should I do? Do I really want to launch an attack tomorrow? The enemy troops on those hills are like a piece of cake bait, delicious and deadly." Robert sighed.
"It's too late to give up now. We are already gladiators who have entered the arena. If we don't fight, the retreating troops will collapse. The nobles will think that we are cowardly and guilty, and they will quickly defect to Chloe."
George pointed out his side's fatal weakness, "Everyone with a discerning eye can see the gap in strength. If we don't dare to fight, we will show our weakness to everyone."
After listening to George's words, Robert fell silent, and his indecisive character was at work again.
With a bang!, George's palm slapped Robert's exquisite table, "Your Majesty the King, we have no retreat. Only by fighting tomorrow's battle well will we be qualified to continue to be active on the stage."
"Well, then. I will hand over the command of the army to you, and tomorrow we will defeat Chloe's rabble in one fell swoop." The determined eyes also appeared in Robert's eyes.
"Tomorrow's commander-in-chief is not me, but General Heinrich. Moreover, in order to ensure victory, I also hope to get the right to call His Majesty's Guards. A team of high-level Knight and mages are also a decisive force just on the battlefield." George asked for the right for the first time.
"But..." Seeing that the guards protecting him were about to be transferred, Robert was obviously hesitant.
"Your Majesty! If we lose tomorrow, even an army of 100,000 people cannot protect you. Can a guard?" George's eyes were very oppressive.
Robert took his hand off the table cautiously. After a moment, he put it back and slapped it heavily on the table.
"You are right, George. I will hand over the mobilization of the guards to you, and you can tell the soldiers that in tomorrow's battle, the rewards for beheading and military merit will be doubled. I guarantee in the name of my family that I will fulfill my promise." Robert met George's eyes without fear.
George nodded, feeling very satisfied. This is the consciousness a king should have, and this is the bloodline of Normanov. Tomorrow, he will let his good sister see his methods.
At the highest point of Huitou Mound, there is a simple tent. Although the equipment inside is considered expensive and exquisite, it is much inferior to what Robert had there.
There is a large open area around the tent. There is no human soldier working or standing guard here, and Chloe does not need them to do so.
The Swarm fighting bugs lying on the ground in these areas are the best guards and the greatest source of her sense of security.
Chloe, who was sitting in the tent, was looking at Robert's army through the eyes of Hydralisk. Her eyes were contemptuous and her attitude was playful. It seemed that what she saw in front of her was not the huge human army, but a group of ants that could be crushed at any time.
In the small network, a strange voice sounded.
"I'm ready. The hole you let those bugs dig is too small, and I'm a little cramped in it. I signed a contract with Overmind. If Overmind asks me to help you, I will help you, but you can't treat me like a servant." This was the voice of Behemoth.
"Of course, my friend, I have great respect for you and thank you for your help. We are all loyal servants of Overmind, and tomorrow we will achieve an amazing victory for the great Overmind."
Chloe The corners of his mouth formed a perfect smile.