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Chapter 338: Gied’s Departure
Chapter 338: Gied’s Departure
Chapter 338: Gied’s Departure
Wismar, the base of Gordons faction.
There, Reiner, the second son of Duke Horsvath was managing the supply for their army.
Without betraying his reputation for being excellent, he manages Wismar which despite being a conquered city, there has never been a rebellion.
His excellence was appreciated and it was left to him to manage the supply that came into Wismar irregularly from the United Kingdom and the Dominion.
Today as Reiner worked, Gied entered his room wearing armor that seemed difficult to move in.
The design emphasizes appearance rather than functionality. Moreover, the aim of this design does not seem to raise the soldiers morale at all.
Reiner has no intention of commenting on his brothers taste but it is still inappropriate for a noble who is heading to the frontline to prioritize his personal sense of aesthetics.
Of course, Reiner didnt show that thought outwardly.
Oh, Aniue. Are you about to depart?
Thats right! I will head to the frontline as His Highness Henricks [Close Aide].
Seeing Gied proudly emphasized on the close aide part, Reiner smiled bitterly at him.
There are already Gordons aides serving around Henrick. Gied is simply a latch-on bonus.
His true role is only Henricks conversation partner.
He was not selected because of his ability.
It would be plenty obvious if he thinks about it.
Gied has never entered a battlefield or raised any achievement.
Normally, a person would think Why me?.
But Gied just accepted the assignment as a matter of course. It was probably thanks to his high self-esteem.
I hail from an excellent bloodline. It is obvious that I would be selected for such an important assignment.
Wondering if such a thing is truly circling inside his brothers mind, Reiner had to hide his sigh.
What?
Nothing, I was only wondering if you are nervous to enter your first battle.
Nervous? You think I am scared of Leonard? Why should I be afraid of a guy who can only hide in a castle.
How brave of you.
I am the eldest son of Duke Horsvath. That much is obvious! The one who will succeed the house is me! You are already disqualified! Just curse your own powerlessness and keep doing your paperwork!
With that said, Gied left Reiners room with a burst of roaring laughter.
Seeing that, Reiner can only mockingly smile at his brother.
After all, that was just too hilarious.
The Horsvath house has been a family of civil servants for generations. The bloodline that Aniue boasted so much about wont do you any good in battle though.
By cleverly maneuvering in every succession war, the Horsvath house has survived until today.
Although they sometimes appeared on the battlefield, they always avoided dealing with strong enemies.
Regardless of whether he is holding up in a castle or not, the Hero Prince is still the Hero Prince. Facing a prince who raised so many military achievements in such a short period of time with that attitude is nothing but foolishness.
The fact that he heads out with such a triumphant attitude is already proof of how much of a fool he is.
Normally, you would at least be somewhat wary with Prince Leonard as your opponent.
To not realize that he is just a disposable pawn.even if he is my brother, he is just an idiot.
Reiner-sama. May I receive the report for the current situation?
From the shadow of the room.
Xiao-mei appears silently.
Without looking back at her, Reiner plainly answers.
Prince Henrick and my brother are heading off to face Prince Leonard. With their presence, Prince Williams chain of command would be disrupted and they would surely sabotage him intentionally. The generals we sent with them are also those who dislike working under Prince William. They probably wont stop those two.
Then, all is according to plan?
Yeah. I will not let anyone else have jurisdiction over the supply. Father will probably be placed behind the battlefield and will be held responsible for Aniues actions as well. We will not fight Prince Leonard. Everything is on schedule.
Understood. What about the Fourth Consort?
Covert mission. My father and I dont know the details either. Well, its that person we are talking about after all. They should be able to do something about the situation with their sword on that side. Theres no need to worry right?
I wonder about that. I do not know what they are doing after all.
Is there really anything that you dont know? You are His Highnesss eyes and ears after all. You made it look so easy to make contact with us too. For the record, this place is still an enemys base you know?
The enemys eyes are focused on Prince Leonard after all.
Hearing her reply, Reiner gave up pursuing the matter.
He stands no chance against this maid. Mentally that is.
It is thanks to her ability that he can contact various groups like this.
Well, thats alright. Give His Highness a message for me. The Horsvath house is ready to betra.thats not it, tell him that we are ready to turn over at any time.
Understood.
Saying so, Xiao-mei disappears.
Without confirming that she really left, Reiner returned to his work.
From the beginning, he did not work for Gordon. He was sabotaging him from the inside.
Gordon was suspicious of the Horsvath house as well but since he lacked human resources, he had to use them.
Thanks to that, they managed to get into important positions. But what is left now is to crush him. Gordon who has practically only lived on the battlefield only moves intuitively.
An extremely troublesome characteristic for those who act with a plan.
The timing for them to make their move has to be the time when Gordon can be surely cornered.
Alright, back to work then.
With that said, Reiner earnestly resumed his work.
Without cutting any corners.
After all, it is necessary to supply the frontline efficiently.
This is for the unlikely event where Gordon can defeat Leo.
In such a situation, the Horsvath house will adjust its plan accordingly.
This is the way that the Horsvath house survived until now.
No matter which side wins, they will survive.
And they dont care what plan they have to use.
Survival alone is justice.
That is the teaching that has been passed down in the Horsvath house for generations.
To accomplish that, using your own family is not too bad..
Reiner whispered to himself.
For Reiner, who had been taught personally by Rolf since he was a child, he saw everyone as a pawn.
Whether it be his brother or his father.
Im looking forward to the person who will take the throne.
Saying so, Reiner continued doing his paperwork.
A few days later.
10,000 troops led by Henrick arrived at the frontline as Williams reinforcements.
It is finally the time for me to settle the score with Leonard huh.
Yes, Your Highness Henrick. Lets show them our power!
Henrick and Gied slowly walk their horses while gazing at Leos castle.
Welcoming them are the Dragon Knights of Prince William.
We have been expecting you, Your Highness Henrick. His Highness William is waiting for you.
Waiting for me? Why didnt he come to welcome me himself?
Yes?
Thats right! Do you take a prince of the United Kingdom and His Highness Henrick to be of the same standing?
Henrick nods to Gieds words.
The Dragon Knights cheeks cramped up at their attitude but they managed to suppress their anger with their strong self-control.
My apologies but since we are currently on a battlefield, the commander here is His Highness William.
Hmph! Cant say I like that at all. I will do whatever I want, let him know that.
That is certainly for the best, Your Highness. After all, he is a prince of another country. We dont know what he is actually planning after all.
..You want me to relay that to Prince William?
What? You think I am scared of William!? I am Henrick Lakes Adler! The Ninth Prince of the Empire! I am Gordon-aniues younger brother you know!?
.as you wish, Your Highness.
The Dragon Knights stepped back with a bow.
Seeing that, Henrick snorted and ordered his men to set up camp away from Williams.
While keeping on to the supply meant for Williams troops.