112 – 27. rise (3)
In this military campaign, each noble is in charge of the assistant.
As long as the Imperial Legion was mobilized, there was no reason to go to the first line.
They must conserve power as much as possible and take charge of their territory and provinces.
For that reason, Lichtenauer also had to stand by behind the defense line.
Thanks to that, I got out of the situation where I was facing the Witchbeasts right away.
On the contrary, I couldn’t directly see how things were going.
“Are you frustrated?”
Could it be that he couldn’t stay still and wandered around the barracks?
At Adele’s question, Shien said “Ahahahaha” and let out a puzzled smile.
“A little like that. Whenever there was a battle, I was briefed on the situation and planned a strategy.”
“Currently, there is no reason for Shien-sama and Lichtenauer to be on the frontlines.”
“Yes. I heard that there are not one or two imperial troops, but five already gathered.”
“yes. A huge force of close to 30,000 has already gathered in this area alone.”
During the Great War, much more troops were gathered than this.
But if their quality was as high as it is now, it wasn’t again.
At the time, it was said that even if you endured for a week, you could stop calling recruits.
Considering that the average lifespan of junior officers is up to the second battle.
It could be said that the numbers were far above what they were at the time, at least in terms of quality.
While talking about this and that with Adele, the knight opens his mouth outside the barracks.
“My lord. Someone has been sent from the command barracks.”
“What did you say?”
“A strategy meeting is starting soon, and they are asking you to attend.”
“Tell me you’ll be leaving right away.”
Having said that, Shien quickly prepared herself.
Concerned that something might have happened, Adele quietly followed behind her.
“Welcome, Lord Lichtenauer.”
Fortunately, it didn’t seem like it was something Shien was worried about.
Everyone was armed, but it didn’t look like a battle or an urgent atmosphere.
“I would like to tell you about the current situation and ask for some advice.”
The eyes of the commanders who said that went back and forth between Shien and Adele.
There, Shien could understand why the commanders of the Imperial forces had called him.
‘The story about Adele has been passed on to them as well.’
The work in Lichtenau and the work in Fiore.
The word that Adele dealt with level 2 monsters alone had eventually spread.
If not, there would be no reason to even notice Adele even if he was like that.
The owner of a master of swordsmanship who has already encountered the second-class Demonic Realm several times.
And the attendant of the master swordsman who used to go through the 2nd grade demon spectacle alone.
Their advice will of course be desperately needed in the current situation.
“Currently, many of the Imperial forces have gathered. We also formed a double or triple line of defense.”
“It is said that His Majesty the Emperor will arrive in two days. I’m probably going to gather all the knights under my command, but I’m contemplating whether I should at least figure out their strength before that.”
Seven demons, and one unknown demon.
It was natural for the Empire to mobilize all-out force with tight tension.
However, rather than grasping the exact situation, we focused on building a defense line.
So, unfortunately, it was impossible to grasp the situation in more detail about the demon scene.
“You mean you’re thinking about whether to enter once before His Majesty arrives?”
“yes. It could be done after the Imperial Knights arrive, but we talked about how it might be better to figure out the situation as soon as possible.”
“Most of all, after the situation where they killed and killed each other, the noise subsided. No matter how much I think about spending two days at a time like this, it’s not good.”
At the words of the commanders, Shien nodded slowly.
The elite soldiers of the Empire have already hit the defense line up to three, and a group of reinforcements have also arrived.
Even if demon beasts attacked, they were equipped with power that would not be easily penetrated.
In a situation like this, it might not be a bad idea to get a sense of their situation.
“Adele. What do you think?”
“It’s definitely a bad sign that they’ve lost their movement. It wouldn’t be bad to have a look at the situation before His Majesty arrives. However, other possibilities must be considered.”
For example, a trap or something.
At that, the commanders nodded their heads.
“Actually, I’m hesitating because of that part here too.”
“If we leave the safe defense line and go further inside, it will be difficult to manage the soldiers. I’m still here to say that, so I can’t figure out the exact situation. It’s kind of frustrating.”
There, Shien guessed what they were asking for.
I have to figure out the internal situation, but I can’t put soldiers in.
However, it is impossible not to look at them until they attack.
If this is not the case, all that remains is to dispatch a reconnaissance party composed of a small number of elites.
Isn’t the person who best suits the elite few is right next to him?
“Are you asking my attendant to do that reconnaissance mission?”
“… I will ask you carefully, Lord Lichtenauer.”
“You can refuse. Because it’s just blue. However, from this point of view, I have no choice but to think that the attendant next to me is the most suitable person for this mission.”
Shien’s face turns cold at the words of the commanders.
No matter how bad the situation is, going into that terrible hell.
Wasn’t he talking first, not volunteering like before?
“I don’t think there will be any problem if Liechtenauer refuses.”
“It is a matter of course. If the head of the family doesn’t want it, we won’t ask for more.”
“… Let’s talk for a while.”
After saying that, Shien left the command barracks with Adele.
* * *
“I’m fine, Shien.”
Of course it will be fine. It has to be.
This is Adele, who fought alone against level 2 monsters.
He is an unprecedented strongman who has even closed the first-class demon spectacle.
If you look at it objectively, you don’t have to worry about Adele.
If you let them in right away, you won’t have to worry about getting hurt.
On the contrary, it is a game that needs to be warned not to fight another round with the monsters.
However, while thinking of such objective parts, Cien.
It was very heartbreaking to send my best friend there.
“I am not okay.”
“Nothing will happen.”
“i know. It’s still not okay.”
If I come with even a little injury, I think my heart will ache.
Haven’t you been injured here and there before?
Even if it was Adele, even if it was the first wolf of Wolfheddin.
It was impossible to fight and defeat those monsters without a single wound.
“That you are strong. That I’m not one to be defeated by witches. I know. However, I still don’t like it. If I go, I’ll be sure to get hurt here and there.”
“… However, Shien-sama doesn’t agree with them after all.”
Shien’s body trembled slightly.
It’s true that I don’t want to let Adele go.
As I imagined him getting hurt, I had a strong feeling that I never wanted to let him go.
But just as much, the need to know about the situation inside was also strong.
“Adele. I am… .”
“It’s not bad. Of course. Shien-sama is the one who has the duty to successfully exterminate the Demonic Beasts here. And in that process, my involvement is indispensable. Knowing that, you didn’t reject it with a single knife even though you expressed your dissatisfaction.”
Apparently, this man knew all about me.
Haa, she sighed and looked at Adele.
“I’ll be right back.”
“… You shouldn’t get hurt.”
“I will try to avoid an engagement.”
“Can you really?”
“If Shien-nim says so, then I will.”
With a firm expression and voice, Adele speaks.
Seeing that, Shien sighed once more.
“great. The decision has been made, so I have to tell the commanders.”
“thank you.”
“Instead, don’t get into a really useless fight. I don’t want to see you get hurt here and there again. I want to avoid fights that can be avoided. Got it?”
“I will definitely do that.”
Having said that, the two men and women returned to the command barracks.
Then Lichtenauer said he would take over internal reconnaissance.
“Would you really?”
“yes. I’m staying in the rear, so I’ll have to help in this way.”
“Thank you for accepting this even though it was dangerous, Lord Lichtenauer.”
Say thanks to Adele when she returns.
After talking to the commanders, Shien left the barracks to get ready.
“I promised, Adele. I will never get hurt.”
“I will keep that in mind.”
If someone who doesn’t know much about Adele sees it, they’ll probably be dumbfounded.
He embarks on a near-suicidal mission, reconnaissance mission to a place full of monsters.
It seemed like nonsense to say to come back so that you wouldn’t get hurt.
But the man standing in front of Xian was able to do that.
It wasn’t even a matter of avoiding engagement unless you act first.
“I’ll be back, Shien-nim.”
With only light equipment, Adele disappeared right over the defense line.
* * *
Almost a day had passed.
Adele returned to Shien’s barracks where she had been waiting impatiently.
“I’m home.”
“came?”
As soon as he arrived, Shien immediately checked his condition.
Where would you have been hurt? Maybe there was a battle.
“As Shien-nim said, we didn’t fight.”
Adele suppressed her wolf nature and followed the human heart.
It was about controlling yourself for someone who was worried about you.