Episode 613. War and war (5)
“Kkeukkeuk. So what are you going to do? Do you want my head even after killing all the soldiers in your country for the sake of Ernesia Kingdom? Then I’ll give it to you with a smile on your neck. Ha ha ha ha ha ha!”
However, Swen couldn’t move the spear forward at all.
If you stretch out your arms like this, you can take Maltenel’s life at any time.
But I can’t.
‘… … Is that really possible? Or is it nonsense?’
Unbelievable.
However, the man in front of me is not normal to put it into practice.
Eventually the window was removed.
Instead, he was grabbed by the collar, but Maltenel did not resist at all.
It would be fun if I could hold on a little longer, but that won’t happen.
Maltenel giggled contentedly.
Instead, he tapped Swen on the shoulder.
to mock
“You are wise. I’ll treat it as if nothing happened… … As long as you diligently do your duty as a knight.”
“Even otherwise, it seems that part of the Ernesia Kingdom army is trying to bypass the fortress and attack it. Can you guess what you’re going to do?”
“So won’t Lord Swen directly block it?”
Instead of answering, Swen threw the spear aside and turned away.
Then leave the barracks.
“Upright humans are cumbersome to deal with.”
Maltenel muttered bitterly and straightened the crumpled hem of his clothes.
There is no need to threaten again.
The way to deal with humans like that is well known.
will never refuse
After leaving the barracks, Swen clenched her fists in resentment.
“Damn it… …
What could be a more dishonorable moment as a knight to go beyond just threats?
However, because of his stubbornness, he could not force himself to push.
There is nothing to weigh on his own pride and the lives of his subordinates.
It was natural to bend over here.
‘… … But I can’t follow it like this.’ Now, the thought that the author’s words and actions have gone too far has not changed.
There was also the thought that if wrongs were not corrected, there would be no turning back.
However, it would be dangerous to protest here and now.
Swen started looking for other ways.
Composed of only those skilled in handling longbows, the detached force escaped from the back gate of the fortress and quietly camped under the mountain range to the left of the fortress.
“The knight leading the longbow unit that attacked them with fire here explained the strategy to his subordinates again.
First of all, it was planned to attack first with a long-range longbow.
I didn’t want to crash right away without countermeasures against the soldiers who had gone too berserk to that extent.
It is the intention to reduce the number as much as possible by using only the archers as much as possible.
The archers had already finished their preparations and were aiming their longbows at the enemy camp.
“… … wait.”
I haven’t noticed anything yet
Perhaps, if they had been properly reasoned, they might have felt a sense of incongruity.
They may not be able to see anything else in their eyes, clinging to the fort without even forming a rank as they are no different from beasts.
If so, you won’t be able to respond properly.
“Shoot.”
As soon as the instructions were given, the archers fired arrows and crossbows in order.
Shush shush shush shush!
The arrows that pierced the atmosphere and flew with great force fell precisely at the enemy soldiers clinging to the fortress without the slightest deviation.
The arrows shot as if they were removing scale accurately pierced only the enemy soldiers clinging to the fort.
It was because of the paralyzing poison applied to the arrow.
Even if you don’t have reason, you won’t be able to move if paralyzing poison circulates around you.
Rather than increasing lethality, this is a wiser response.
However, even though it was a risk-taking shot that could have been misplaced, not a single arrow fell into the fortress.
Recently, the skill of the archers of the Kingdom of Ernesia has greatly improved through the improvement of the quality of equipment, calculation methods, and training.
It was thanks to the opinion that the average strength of a single soldier insisted on by Arell Ernesia was needed to be improved.
Thanks to this, the momentum of the enemy soldiers who were clinging to the fortress shook.
It started to falter.
“The problem starts now.”
At the same time as the knight who commanded the archery murmured, the behavior of the enemy soldiers changed.
The direction of the enemy forces turned to the place where they were hiding, not the fortress.
“Chit, then I’ll shoot you to the limit.”
However, the moment he tried to order an interception again.
Quaang!
At the same time as the earth-shaking roar, for some reason, a part of the ranks of archers soared high into the sky and fell to the ground.
It was damage caused by something flying somewhere.
“What?! Could it be that they fired back at us as well?”
At first, it was thought that the soldiers of the Principality of Elben were responding.
But it’s strange.
Now they have no arrows, let alone bows.
There was no way they could shoot a bow because they had no reason to even hold the sword they were holding properly.
If there were no enemies, they would be the ones who were chewing on their own sword sheaths.
“Then where?!”
In the meantime, another object flew in and blew the archers away again.
“What! what did you shoot? A rock or an arrow?”
“that… … that is… … Not both… …
The subordinate who came to check the situation hesitated.
“Speak clearly. You can find out if you check even the fragments!”
“It’s a window.”
“?… “
Huh?”
“It is the spear that flew in.”
In the meantime, another spear flew in and was pierced.
Even so, the spears continued to fly in succession and began to block the archers’ shots.
An ignorant way to throw a spear.
There is only one person who can do this.
“A spear, who would do such a thing… …
Is he the only one?”
Sword Master Swen of the Principality of Elben picked up another spear and infused it with strength and mana.
“I will not listen to your grievances.”
Grinding his teeth, he threw it with all his might towards the hill where the Ernesia Kingdom army was stationed.
The spear flew with great force and was inserted exactly as it was, blowing the soldiers away as the aura blown into the weapon exploded.
It is also possible to hit single small objects from a longer distance.
Even more so, keeping a large number of soldiers in check is an easy task for him even with his eyes closed.
However, Swen’s expression was not very bright.
Doubts about this war and the current situation.
All of that made him uncomfortable.
“… … Can not help it.”
Even if doubts remain, the first thing to prioritize is allies.
‘He… … They said they would return to normal when this war was over… …
Even if you don’t believe it, you can’t resist.
Anyway, for now I have to do what I can and watch.
Swen took out another spear and held it.
“… … By the way, it’s easy.
Isn’t this the first time since the last battle with the warlock?”
He threw it to the side without hesitation.
A presence that had been lying dormant nearby popped out and landed while slicing the spear with a sword.
“Is it a raid!”
His subordinates were startled, drew their swords, and charged at the assailant.
The men were slain by the attacker’s sword.
“… … I will step in.”
Swen picked up a new spear and sprinted to catch the attacker’s sword.
As the two pieces of metal collide, faint sparks fly, and at the same time, an unexpected shock spreads throughout the area due to the colliding aura?
“Is this the first time since the last warlock subjugation? Sir Cania Ernesia.”
The assailant, Kania, swung his sword without saying a word.
Swen accepted it.
Just by receiving it, the air vibrates with a sharp reverberation, making the area tremble.
Even though she was alone and all around were soldiers from the Principality of Elben, they didn’t dare to intervene.
The sword master of Ernesia Kingdom and Elben Principality.
The level of Auror Master they have reached can be said to be that of a master who has reached the pinnacle as a knight.
It is only natural that other soldiers would not dare to follow the martial arts of the two knights.
“… … I must have looked at the wrong person.”
Kania, who was just pouring sword energy, spoke quietly.
“I didn’t see anyone who would do such a cowardly thing. Do you want to win by doing this?”
“I will not make excuses.”
It doesn’t make any sense to do it.
At the point where I am already here, I have nothing to say even if I am accused of participating in some sense.
“by the way… … I can’t believe I’ve already found my location… … You have good tact.”
“My feet are fast… … I also run a lot these days.”
At least, it would not be an exaggeration to say that Kania was one step above Swen in terms of light engineering and footwork.
However, on the other hand, Swen is ahead of others in the calmness and accuracy of technology.
“You are reckless. Even if it’s Lord Kania Ernesia, attacking alone is… …
“Otherwise, Lord Swen will keep throwing that spear.”
As soon as Kania recognized that it was Swen who threw that spear, she ran out without hesitation.
Of course, the knights under his command are also chasing, but there is no way they will be able to catch up to Kania’s feet yet.
In any case, it was important to stop them, so they attacked first.
Afterwards, I could see the knights of Cania chasing after the two sword masters who were competing for dozens of points.
“… … Isn’t it good?”
Swen muttered something and then, with all her might, released her aura and slammed the spear toward the ground.
As the ground was shattered, dust and debris fluttered, Kania frowned and shook it off with only her spirit.
“eyewash? That could work.”
“It’s just to get away. and… …
“???? what?”
While Kania hesitated for a moment for some reason, Swen stepped back at once.
It is a decision without hesitation.
Swen did her best to stop the archers of the Ernesia Kingdom.
In that situation, it would be unwise to forcefully throw up with Kania.
Since the objective was achieved, he chose to retreat without hesitation.
Swen’s men also followed without hesitation and retreated.
“… … author. no way?”
Standing still, Kania muttered as she watched the enemies recede.
It was only then that Meika ran out gasping and asked Kania.
“leader? Can I not pursue it?”
“Um… … What should I do? Shall we pursue?”
“… … yes? Are you kidding me?”
Meika felt a sense of incongruity at the somewhat dubious attitude.
Kania did not hesitate to judge.
I wondered if he hadn’t intended to pursue it in the first place.
“What happened?”
“… … not a big deal. There is a little bit of that.”
Kania evaded and showed something so that only Meika could see it.
It is a small folded piece of paper.
“Is it about that time?”
“Did he come flying when he broke the floor needlessly?”
“Ah, is that time?”
When Swen decided to retreat, it seemed that she secretly threw it at Kania while attracting the attention of those around her.
“I bet you didn’t throw garbage at the captain, right? Are you just provoking by saying ‘your skills are garbage’?”
The idea is also really amazing.
Kania tilted her head as if it were absurd.
“I don’t think he is like that.”
Considering his behavior, that’s probably not the case.
In fact, there were parts that I didn’t understand.
For some reason, Swen’s behavior was rather passive.
If he really wanted to wipe it out, the archers would have already been completely destroyed.
Even if Kania jumped in to block it, the damage couldn’t be reduced.
“… … What is it?”
Thinking that it would be better to check it first, Kania unfolded the paper.
“I think we should go back first.”
He nodded as if he understood something.
