Price of Management

Basque, who was swinging his long sword so hard, suddenly stops.

His face hardens.

Basque's frightened gaze was directed beyond the invisible forest.

‘How did you get here?! ’

I felt that the person with the greatest error I'd ever seen was coming this way.

A tremendous amount of error that would satisfy your doubling!

This overwhelming presence can be felt from afar!

How could I forget? It was Duke Romfeld.

“Rick!”

Basque shouts for Rick.

“I know! ”

Rick answers.

‘Goddamn it. Why did he show up here? ’

I wanted the operation to go smoothly. Suddenly, the energy of Duke Romfel appeared.

This breakthrough variable complicated Basque's mind.

Duke Romfeld is so bored, he couldn't have come here by accident. I would never do that, no matter how cruel the Duke of Rompel may seem.

Then it is likely that the Royal Air Force predicted and prepared that the supply lines could be ambushed.

"Even so, the Commander-in-Chief is here himself? This can't happen without expecting Rick to show up for the raid on the supply line. The enemy has a fearsome chief of staff! ’

Basque, a man with experience in war, was able to understand the situation quickly.

When I realized how things were going, I couldn't stand it.

Basque gave the order in a hurry.

“All forces retreat! ”

The operation was a failure.

As soon as I got the order, the elite soldiers began to retreat like sledges. Basque also withdrew with the soldiers.

The unfamiliar Horn Empire supply troops were relieved as the enemy retreated anyway.

Rick approaches Basque as he retreats.

“Father! Duke Rompel is coming for you! ”

“I know!”

“Speed doesn't seem to satisfy our expulsion. ”

“…… I know that too. ”

Duke Romfel has been chasing us at an incredible speed. It was a speed that could not be acquired unless it was an error master. Basque and Rick feel extreme pressure as they sense it.

“Very arrogant inspiration. ”

“Huh? What does that mean? ”

“Father, have you forgotten that that old man knows how to walk? He's not chasing us at full speed! ”

The error walk Rick learned before the war. A skill that emits a fine amount of error with its feet on the ground, increasing its speed by an infinitely higher speed.

Duke Rompel was a monster who had learned his tricks before Rick was born.

If I just wanted to, I could use the Come Walk to catch up.

Nevertheless, we keep our distance because....

“You want us to choose a venue. ”

“He's an arrogant bastard. Well, if I'm as strong as I am, I'll make every effort... ”

“It's inevitable, anyway. Once the soldiers retreat, let's finish off with the old man. ”

“Sure."

Basque ordered 500 elite soldiers to return to the third fortress. Then you and Rick start running in the other direction.

“Where do I stand? ”

“A mountain would be nice. ”

“A mountain? Why? ”

“A huge body and heavy heavy weapon. Like I've fought before, every move is big. ”

“Aha! A mountain with many obstacles, such as trees and rocks, will limit its movement. ”

“Of course. If I'd lived on the battlefield that long, I'd have learned how to fight at that risk. ”

Basque and Rick head for the nearest mountain.

Duke Rompel has continued to pursue them at a certain distance.

As they reached the hillside, they stopped.

Duke Romfel has appeared quickly.

“Hello! I finally get to see you again! ”

“I see you have a clever minion. ”

Basque said.

Duke Romfel nodded with a smirk.

“Robert Marlberin, one of them picked him up and taught him to look smart. Smart enough, he won't be outmatched by your chief of staff. ”

“It sure looks that way. Seeing that we would show up and coming in person. ”

“Ah, it was just a guess, actually. It was just a hunch that the supply lines were at risk of being attacked. If you were sure, you'd be waiting with more troops digging a trap so no one could escape. And what is the name of the clever chief of staff on your side? ”

“My name is Lord Vale, Lord of the Ligand lands. Former bandit leader genius. ”

“Bandits? Khahaha! What a strange thing to do to a bandit! Anyway, I was amazed at his ability, so I'll just say a few words for his honor. It was a nice line you two wore. It's just, I had a really good feeling. Suddenly, I had a feeling I might be able to meet you. Look! This is how I met you! ”

Duke Romfel chuckles.

Basque gripped his teeth.

A creature born of celestial talent is fortunate.

Duke Rompel takes out the Battle Axe and holds it in one hand.

“Here we go. A battle no one can interfere with. ”

“I wish. ”

“Whatever.”

Basque and Rick are in position.

So began the duel of the three unmanned.

Chapter 9 The Orient Royal Decision

The war between the Horn Empire-Ledon Kingdom, clearly a significant battle to determine the world pandemic, was noted by all countries on the continent. The Orient Kingdom, a neighboring country adjacent to the Kingdom of Leaden, was no exception.

Is it the perfect chance to take control of the continent, or is it the next round of the Kingdom of Leaden?

The Orient royal family can be seen standing on an important track.

With this in mind, the Orient King was deeply troubled.

“There are two possible outcomes in the battle of the Ledon Plains. ”

Duke Brighton has spoken.

“Perhaps the defeat of Emperor Kars is beneficial for our kingdom of Orion. The defeated but safely retreated Emperor Kars regains his strength and continues the war, that is the best case scenario. ”

“I see. Not all the hordes of the Horn Empire troops lost there after their defeat. The defeat will consume Emperor Kars' power, increasing the cost of power to the Ledon Kingdom. Then we'll have a glimpse of the two nations' struggle. But for one thing, if Emperor Kars gets rid of the Warriors, it won't be much fun for us. ”

“Yes, Your Majesty. ”

Duke Brighton has spoken.

“If the Emperor dies, the Horn Empire will cease its war immediately and retreat. War will not be a dream until the next emperor is established and the country is stabilized. On the other hand, the Kingdom of Leaden will have a strong force, driven by the achievements that led to the war being won. King Eric Ledon's position as a connoisseur in the war has expanded, and hostility to the Kingdom of Ledon is not good. ”

“In the end, Emperor Kars is defeated, but I hope he's safe. ”

“Yes, Your Majesty. Of course, there is no chance that the Emperor will die. It has an advantage over maneuverability, so it allows for rapid retreat. But how the Marquis of Ligand will perform the ritual will serve as a variable. ”

“But in any case, shouldn't it be better for the Horn Empire to be defeated and the Leden Empire to be victorious in the Battle of the Plains?" ”

“That's right. If the Kingdom of Leaden is defeated there, the problem becomes more serious." The results can also be divided into two scenarios. ”

“Tell me.”