78 – 20. Anomalies (3)
It’s not normal if there are two level 3 demons.
Right away, even the knights of Lichtenau rallied and went to the battlefield.
“How’s the state of the Demon King?”
“The common report of the reconnaissance team is that it is very different from before.”
“Very different?”
“yes. It must be said that it is extremely unstable.”
At the words of the Knight Commander, Brenda, Shien tilted her head.
I don’t quite understand what exactly you mean by unstable.
I guess I’ll have to check the details when I arrive at the site.
A moment later, Shien was speechless at the sight that unfolded before her eyes.
It’s also a strange situation that two 3rd-level Demonic Landscapes were created nearby.
The condition of the demons nearby seemed very strange.
“… Unstable isn’t just the demon scene.”
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Maybe it was a natural thing to say.
Depending on the grade of the demonic world, the demonic beasts that protrude are also different.
In other words, the strange state of the witches meant that the demons were also unstable.
No matter what happens, battle is unavoidable.
If you go down a little further from here, you will find a village belonging to Lichtenau.
I tried to evacuate, but I couldn’t even get far.
If the village collapses, the refugees will have to live a hard life without a home.
“Captain Brander. You take the left troop with the first line of knights. Captain Rascal is in charge of the right side of the army along with the second group of knights. I believe that everyone will give their strength.”
“Is it possible?”
“I will faithfully repay your trust, Head of Household.”
Those with the most combat experience and rich command experience are entrusted to the front lines.
In my mind, Shien himself wanted to be there too.
However, the current situation is very important and dangerous at the same time.
Because of this, a reserve team was needed to look at the situation from behind and provide support.
– Sometimes people misunderstand this. Put the strongest troops on the front line, and put the 2nd Army in reserve to support them. –
– Isn’t that right, Adele? –
– It depends on the situation, but it’s actually the opposite. It’s always a good idea to have the best power in reserve. So, when a dangerous situation comes, we put them in to prevent annihilation. Conversely, if you have a chance to win, you need to put them in again to drive a wedge. –
In the past, there was a time when I waited behind the front lines according to the emperor’s orders.
At that time, it is said that Adele, as well as other colleagues, were nervous.
I want to fight right away, but there are rank 2 monsters in front of me.
Why did the emperor put them in reserve instead of putting themselves, the best fighters, in front?
When I asked because I was very curious and complained about it.
The emperor said that if you wait while talking about that part, the moment of rampage will come on its own.
‘Battles with demons are the same after all. If you lose, you lose everything, and if you win, you can protect it.’
The good news is that they don’t use very difficult tactics.
At best, they only use simple siege warfare or luring tactics.
Even more, the presence of a reserve force is bound to become more important.
‘It would have been better if Adele had been there.’
Suddenly, such a thought creeps into my mind.
In terms of combat, especially in battles with demons, he is unrivaled.
Its existence itself is a secret, and no one knows about it yet.
If you listen to Lord Derry or Roxanne right now, Adele is the strongest in the Empire.
He is the most powerful and beast slayer recognized by the emperor of the empire.
If Adele was like that before subjugating the Demon Lord, it would be more reassuring than winning the world.
‘… no.’
However, Shien soon shook his head roughly.
Even if I knew about him, even if Adele was the captain of Wolfheddin.
This is no longer the Adele of the past. He is Lichtenau’s servant.
He’s someone who will stay by his side, and he doesn’t want to be pushed into the wire.
This is something you should do yourself.
Just like Adele fought on behalf of everyone in the past.
Now, you have to stand up on your own, without relying on anyone.
Thanks to that, I didn’t fall down, so it’s my job to stand, endure, and walk.
If you can’t even do that on your own, just as Etria said.
You will be just a kid who can’t do anything by himself.
“My lord. Witch Beasts are moving.”
At the knight’s words, Shien looked up and checked the wires.
It seems that the monsters who were screaming confirmed the soldiers approaching them.
In case they avoid the fight and run away, reinforcements from nearby territories are on standby.
I hope it never happens, but I had to be prepared for any eventuality.
Fortunately, the magic beasts seem to have liked the delicacy that was unfolding right in front of them.
I wanted to cry and talk to each other for a while.
Soon, the ground shook with fearsome momentum and began to run.
Throbbing-.
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My heart starts beating like crazy again.
They are not 5th or 4th grade monsters, but 3rd grade monsters.
They all have a terrible appearance.
Things that are afraid of appearing even in dreams, and still give Cien fear.
‘scared.’
The past, where I was almost killed by the beasts, still hangs on my ankles.
It is all the more miserable that he lost his father and brother to those demons.
I felt angry, but I felt ashamed that my fear was greater than that.
– Shien. –
But the shaking disappeared with Adele’s words.
– If you’re afraid, just admit it. You can accept it. –
– Courage is not the absence of fear. It means overcoming fear.
He is the head of the great swordsmanship family of the Empire, here in Lichtenau.
Even if it is said that inside is still shaking.
It is impossible to show that appearance to the loyal members of the family.
Those who lead others must be confident even in the face of death.
That is the fate of those who lead someone from the front.
Recalling what her father once said, Shien completely cleared her throat.
“Tell them not to move recklessly. It shouldn’t take long, but there’s no need to be impatient. Instead of looking for gaps, focus on not giving them away.”
“All right.”
The heralds immediately mount their horses and head to the left and right, respectively.
After that, Shien looked at the situation and decided where to put the reserve forces.
I quickly figured out where to run the wire back.
“aaa!!”
Ooooh!!-
The shouts of people and the screams of monsters intertwine here and there.
The fight between those who want to penetrate and those who want to block.
A bloody battle between those who want to steal it and those who want to protect it.
Here and there, blood splattered and screams of unknown origin.
“My lord! excuse me!”
Hearing the knight’s cry, Shien looked to the left.
It seemed that the left wing of the front line, which was in charge of the left, was collapsing, as if it had been overpowered.
“In this case, you will be caught. Reserve right away!”
“… no.”
“yes?”
“Wait.”
“Ha, but the headmistress. If you miss the time… .”
“Wait.”
The one on the left is Knight Commander Brander.
He leads some of the knights under his command and is in charge of the place together with the soldiers.
Now he is said to be the one who leads the knights, but in the past he was also a senior knight who commanded the soldiers.
Considering his ability, he will be able to overcome such difficulties.
‘You have to be careful about moving the reserve. It can blow up the number of spleens.’
Don’t pay too much attention to the details.
If you can trust someone, trust them to the end and focus on the big picture.
Shien looked back at that part and turned his head to the right.
Unlike the dangerous left front, the right side was pushing back the elongated demons.
Unlike the relatively larger and more obtuse monsters on the left.
The reason was that the magic beasts in charge of the right side were relatively small and lighter individuals.
“… !”
In an instant, Xian’s eyes flashed.
“now!”
“yes?”
“Put in the reserve now. Try to break through the right front.”
“Is the right wire correct, not the left or left?”
“Are you challenging the order?”
“Oh no! Lord. I will move to the right front right now!”
Simultaneously with the knight’s cry, Ebidae began to move quickly.
I’m still worried about the dangerous left front line, but it’s already after the reserve has moved.
There is no going back now, all that remains is to believe in everyone.
“The Lord is coming! Push!”
“I’ll turn you into minced meat!!”
At the right time, the soldiers fight hard under Rascal’s command.
As it rampaged even more wildly, even the beasts could not recklessly attack it and took a backward step.
Just at that moment, the reserve team rushes in and cuts off the waist.
keueek!!-
Woo-woo!-
The monsters howl and fight, but they are soon cut and stabbed by spears and die.
After that, the kill confirmation team crushes and cuts one by one, completely eliminating the ‘what if’.
‘On the left?!’
Swinging his sword, Shien checked Brender’s wires in the distance.
Fortunately, it seems to have prevented the shaking of the moment well.
Although it was close, the battle line had not yet collapsed.
‘good. If we clean up from here and help the left… .’
Coo-goo-goo-.
Suddenly, a strange sound comes from over there.
Feeling an ominous feeling, Shien hurriedly turned his head to find the source.
The mouth of hell from which monsters pour out, an ominous red devil’s eye.
It was from there that the most eerie sound came.
“What is this… .”
Then, all of a sudden, Shien saw a scene he couldn’t believe.
“Uh huh?”
self… .
It was clearly a demonic realm that emitted a red light reminiscent of blood.
At some point, it seemed to be dark red, but then it turned completely black.
‘It’s a big deal!’
In the middle of the rush, the allies were also very disorganized.
Shien hurriedly stopped his advance and was about to shout to regroup.
but.
Woo woo woo!!-
Another level 3, no, level 2 devils started pouring in.
“Regroup the battle lines! Reorganize the battle lines!!”
Shien shouted at his throat and commanded the soldiers.
Thanks to this, most of the personnel were able to quickly mobilize.
Unfortunately, those who approached the demonic realm were swept away by the demonic beasts.
“aaagh!!”
“Aagh!!”
Awesome-.
Shien bit his lip until it drew blood.
It had never been like this, and I had never heard of the Demonic Realm changing midway.
It was right that the Devil’s Land, which had once vomited out its demonic beasts, was the end of it.
Nowhere in the Empire has this ever been mentioned!
‘I have to help the leader soon!’
Now that they have been dragged to the reserve, there is no one who can help them.
There are reinforcements from other territories nearby, but it takes 30 minutes to get here at the fastest.
At that time, the collapse of the left side was not a big deal.
The worst comes to Shien’s mind.
The annihilation of Lichtenau’s forces, the majority of the knights were killed, huge damage.
And even himself who ends up losing his life to the beasts… .
‘no!’
Shien held the sword firmly and erased those thoughts.
Something that hasn’t even happened, I won’t worry about it.
can do. can overcome can go back!
Even if you meet your end, you will die fighting with honor.
At least there will be no shame in seeing your father and brother!
* * *
In the open field, something speeds up like crazy.
Doo doo doo!!!-
The wolf smelled the prey’s scent.