192 Episode 33 The Country Of Sale (1/2)

Fourteen days before Hercule's arrival in Azdavia.

That is, twenty-seven days after the desert crossing.

An independent ranger unit led by Jebe entered the city of Teripol.

”Good to have you back, General Jebe.

”It's good to have you here.

Jebe was greeted by Stefan and Oskar.

Jebe checked with them.

Who is in charge of the defense of Teripol City?

I'm in charge this time,” Stefan said.

Stephan said.

Jebe nodded.

”His Majesty tells me you're a good defender. It's a good choice.

I'm not going to argue with His Majesty's choice in the first place,” Jebe added.

Jebe added.

Even if I don't trust the generals and vassals that Hercule has chosen, I can trust the way he looks at people.

Such is the psychology of the Lemurian vassals.

Do you have any other generals?

”I'm here.

The one who appeared was Nia.

Jebe muttered to himself as he looked at the Nightmare girl with a fearless smile.

”You're here too?

What is it?　What's wrong with me being here?

When Nia grumbled, Jebe shook his head.

It's not like that. ...... I thought you were going with His Majesty.

I would have liked to have gone with you, but I was ordered by His Majesty to protect the city of Teripol.

I'm sure you'll be pleased to know that I'm not the only one. ......

But it seems that disobeying Hercule's orders is not an option.

In the event that the king ordered him to be embraced by another man, even by a greasy, disgusting old man, he would fulfill that order, even if it meant crying.

Jebe thought inwardly.

Even Jebe, who felt grateful and loyal to Hercule, was not loyal enough to accept such an order.

I'm not sure what to make of it. ...... Have you lost a third of your men?　I'm sure you'll be pleased to hear that. That's surprising.

Nia doesn't like Jebe very much,.......

But he did have an appreciation for his abilities.

So it was a bit surprising that he came back with a third of his troops gone.

That's about it. I'd like to ask General Stefan and General Oscar about this. ...... The enemy has a troublesome general.

Jebe then described the generals and troops that had hit him, the Red Wolf Princess and the Red Wolf Squad.

But he's protecting Cerda, isn't he?　It's not a problem, is it?

Stephan said, and Jebe shook his head.

Unfortunately, the ...... Red Wolves joined the army heading for Teripol City as soon as I left Ifrikia. The Red Wolves number about three hundred. In other words, the enemy's strength was 5,300.

Since the Red Wolves were not originally part of the Chelda defenders, the Chelda defenders still numbered about one hundred and ten and were guarding Chelda City and the Royal Palace.

But we're going to be fighting a siege, so we don't need to worry about it.

Oskar said.

The Red Wolves are heavy cavalry, but ...... heavy cavalry is useless in a siege.

You're right. You're right. It's not good to be too fearful and reluctant. Just keep in mind that ...... is a good place to start. By the way, I have three questions for you, if you don't mind.

Jebe held up three fingers.

One, ...... have you finished repairing the city walls?

That's already taken care of.

Stephan nodded.

So, ...... I hear there are loopholes in the castle, is that okay?

No problem about that either. The enemy lieutenant told me about it.

Not a few of the generals were unhappy that Carmine and his men had escaped.

They easily showed him the loopholes that existed in the city of Teripol.

Stephan also interviewed the citizens of the city and ......

I've plugged all the holes thoroughly.

We can't be sure that we've completely closed all the holes, though, so we need to be careful.

So finally, ...... how many archers do we have?

The bow, a projectile weapon, is an indispensable weapon in siege warfare.

If you don't have one, you will have to substitute stones.

Stones thrown from the top of the walls are also a considerable threat, but they are no match for arrows.

General Jebe's three battalions ...... are now actually two battalions of 1,200?　Along with that, there are General Nia's three battalions.

”I see.

I'm sure you've heard of it, but I don't think I've ever heard of it.

And Nia's independent rangers can also handle bows and arrows as a 'universal force'.

In addition, I have prepared a ...... crossbow. I'm going to give these to the infantry.

”Oh ......, that's reassuring.

The crossbow is a very expensive weapon, and its mass production requires a great deal of money and superior technology.