Shinigami ni Sodaterareta Shoujo wa Shikkoku no Ken wo Mune ni Idaku

─ ─ Central Front Tianyang's Knights Main Office

Graden had received reports from his commanding soldiers that the First Army had issued the King's Capital.

"─ Right. Has the First Army finally moved?"

"The First Army is currently on a path that bypasses our Army. I thought you were probably going to poke me in the back."

Concentrate on the layout diagram where the sights of the officers in line were widened on the desk in the words of the conductor.

"I see. The belly of the Second Army to pinch it while it's alive? It's a sensible strategy... what do you think?

Speaking to look over the officers, one man stood up in exasperation. One of the youngest officers - Lieutenant Colonel Alexandre.

"Marshal, the resistance of the Second Army seems to be about to reach its limit. It's probably best to crush it all at once and invade the king's capital with the excess."

Alexandre says as he wields his fist. The officers who saw him were bitterly laughing at him for not saying he was young.

"Any other opinions?

Brigadier General Oscar of Staff opens his mouth at Graden's request.

"We should intercept the First Army with all the help of the Knights of Heaven and Yang."

All the officers but Alexandre agree with Oscar's advance. Graden gently paid his right hand to keep pushing Alexandre as he tried not to raise his voice.

"I also know Alexandre's opinion. It is one hand to slaughter the Second Army at once, not caring about the First Army. But this time it's Oscar's move."

"─ I do not intend to contest the Marshal's decision, may I ask why?

"Don't you see? That's because the opponent is the First Army and it's probably Marshal Cornelius who's in command"

Cornelius, commander of the First Army, is a man formerly known as General Eternal Victory. There are innumerable martial arts and courage in the battle at the end of the Herd Mansion. It is the samurai who look like so many men. As one who stands at the top of the Imperial Army and as one samurai, the soul of Graden whispers that this opportunity should never be missed.

"Of course I know the name of General Evergreen Cornelius. When I was in cadet school, I heard that name from scattered superiors. But if you dare let me give my opinion, it's already a relic of the past. Marshal, I don't think it's worth intercepting yourself, do you?

Alexandre frowns. Obviously not convinced or anything like that.

"Does Alexandre think so? Youthfulness is a difficult thing, but it can also be an incentive to destroy oneself as a time. To exhort oneself."

"... what does that mean?

Alexandre tilts his neck slightly. Graden laughed bitterly inside. Perhaps he won't be able to live long. This world is not gentle enough to keep the enemy alive.

"Once this battle is over, it will be understandable - then we will restructure the army from this. 30,000 Knights of Heaven and Yang and 10,000 of hindsight intercept the First Army with me. The rest will continue to hit the Second Army offensive."

As we nodded, there was an immediate riser - Lieutenant General Patrick.

"My lord, I am at your disposal to attack the Second Army."

No one disagrees with Patrick's statement. They all look convinced. There are brittle parts when you turn to defense, but if you turn to offense, you have the power to crush enemies at once. I guess it's because I know that very well.

"Lieutenant General Patrick... fine. I'm at your disposal. But never be alarmed. I don't know what I'm gonna do as much as a beast."

The resistance of the Second Army is tougher than initially expected. The commander will definitely see it as a cutter. I don't even think of losing as much as dew, but I don't know until I try to finish the fight. Because there is no promised victory.

"Ha! Leave everything to this Patrick!

In response to Patrick's salute with the hall, Graden nodded deeply to show.

"I'll never forget that word."

After the officers left, an Oscar with a cup in his right hand called out to care.

"My lord, are you sure you want to leave it to Lieutenant General Patrick?

He poured the offered borschen tea down his throat and turned his attention to Oscar.

"Are you worried?

"Just a little bit. In fact, the Second Army is quite cunning. Lieutenant General Patrick is a nature that favors grand showdowns, for better or worse. I don't know if it's compatible."

Graden naturally grasps what Oscar pointed out. This time with compatibility and strength on the balance, I just leaned towards force. Once Patrick builds momentum, he attributes some tactics to dust mustard.

"Well, don't guide me that way. I counted all the things around it, and I gave them permission."

"Yes, I did. Then there's nothing I can say. Get ready to restructure quickly."

"I asked for it."

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─ ─ Central Front Second Army Headquarters

Leese approached me on a small run, at Brad's meeting with the three officers.

"Is something wrong?

"My lord, a report has come in from the conductors of the Third Defense Line."

"Hmm? I think I just got a report?

Brad takes his pocket watch out of his pocket. It had not been thirty minutes since I received the report when I pushed the lid open.

"Things have changed. The Knights of Heaven and Yang have begun to retreat."

"You think it's retreat? I don't think so, but did you do so much damage?

Earlier reports indicate that the enemy has not shown any decay, although it is dominant. I don't think it hit me enough to fall back in just a few moments.

"No, it doesn't seem to have struck me particularly hard. The commanders at the scene are suddenly confused."

Reese, who says so, also has a puzzled look on her face.

"I didn't strike. So... all I can think of is a sudden retreat order."

"Despite the predominance of the Knights of Heaven and Yang?

Reese asked with such expressions as not falling to her heart.

"Right... for example, there was something strange about the enemy commander-in-chief? Maybe something happened to the Emperor."

As I said it myself, I didn't think so. If it really is, it should panic (...) and retreat (...) instead of (...). Obviously, the enemy's actions can be considered to be carried out with a clear will.

"I can't say I don't have that situation either, but I was wondering if it was strange that there was no disturbance in the enemy's actions"

Apparently, Reese came to the same conclusion as herself. When Brad lights the cigarette, he exhales the smoke deeply.

"─ So what else can you think of?

In response to Brad's inquiry, Reese, after a short while,

"Maybe Major Olivia's troops are approaching?

And I answered as I played my voice. Officers on this occasion also begin to get a full look of anticipation.

"Seems to trample your expectations, but it probably won't"

"What makes you think that? The Empire is afraid of Major Olivia. They may be trying to restructure their formation to retreat and intercept them."

Reese's eyes have turned toward her. The three officers also utter words of consent.

"Think about it. No matter how many reapers and fears you have, your strength is six thousand. Too weak a reason to retreat the army...... but I see. I can't say it's off-track."

Reese's remarks were a hint, and Brad drew one conclusion.

"And say?

"Captain Reese is right, the Knights of Tianyang may have retreated once to restructure the formation"

"But now Your Excellency himself denies...... ah!?

Brad grinned niggardly at Reese, who raised his voice.

"Have you noticed?

"Yes! So the First Army is on the move!

"That's what I'm talking about"

Tears twitch from Reese's eyes. Though I didn't think it seemed like it, I took the handkerchief out of my nostalgia and let it shake in Reese's hand.

"Oh, thank you"

Reese smiles and says thank you as she looks confused, but takes off her glasses and lifts her handkerchief to her eyes. Brad looked away somehow feeling the lightness.

"Fine - things are getting better, but it still doesn't make a difference that this one is a disadvantage. The soldiers must be quite worn out, too. Give him enough rest while he's at it. And don't forget to feed him hungry."

"Ha!"

Reese's clear reply deeply engulfed Brad's heart.