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Chapter 59: The Siege of Sandarju (3)
Ulrike nodded her head. Johan wasn’t surprised either, as he had suspected it.
“I also need to take care of the eyes of my vassals, my feudal lords. You can receive it after a certain amount of achievements. Of course, if it’s a merit, you should be able to achieve it sufficiently.”
Ulrike pointed on the map while speaking.
“The problem is what comes next. If we’re lucky, it’ll end there and a fiefdom will be granted, but it’s likely not to end with just that.”The original appearance of this chapter can be found at Ñøv€lß1n.
“?”
“Sangdarju Castle is a territory of the Emperor. Immediate support may not come, but as soon as there’s room to breathe, an army will be sent immediately.”
“Are you prepared for that?”
At Johan’s question, Ulrike burst into laughter.
“Of course! Why would I do such a thing without being prepared? Besides, the Emperor is already a toothless old lion.”
The Emperor’s fiefdoms were divided into the northern, central, and southern parts of the Catalian Peninsula.
Although vast when combined, managing such divided fiefdoms required much more effort. Mercenaries employed by the Emperor at great expense had to be constantly on the move.
Ambitious regents and feudal lords, lords from neighboring kingdoms, and cities constantly trying to break free from the Emperor. . .
“Right now, the Emperor’s main forces are tied down in the southern part of the Empire.”
The forceful attempt to warn the southern feudal lords about their treacherous activities backfired.
Even though some nobles were executed without trial and the Emperor feigned ignorance, the southern feudal lords were outraged by this unprecedented and outrageous act, eventually leading to a rebellion. . .
The bewildered Emperor tried to diplomatically resolve the situation, but the lords responded by beheading the envoys and sending them back.
War was the only option left.
“The point, Johan, is that the Emperor doesn’t have the luxury to pay attention here. By the time he does, everything here will be over. Then he can send an army or not, as he pleases. Reinforcements will come.”
“Reinforcements?”
“Didn’t you notice? The King of Erlans is supporting us.”
Since Johan had already heard this from Suetlg, he wasn’t too surprised. He would have been more surprised if such actions were taken without such a background.
“You knew then. It’s obvious with Cardirian II soon to die.”
“?”
“Why surprised? It’s not a widely known story. . . but if you’re to become a lord, you should be interested in such affairs.”
Cardirian II was old and ill. Even his most loyal followers didn’t think he would live long.
At most a few years.
When the Emperor dies, an electoral meeting of the princes is held to choose a new Emperor.
Cardirian II’s family, heavily in debt due to fruitless wars, was unlikely to be chosen in the next vote. The Emperor’s intentions were clear.
He intended to bypass the electoral process and pass the throne to his eldest heir!
Of course, the princes had no intention of just watching this happen.
If the Emperor disregards custom and law, we will act by force!
“Does the King of Erlans desire the crown of the Empire Emperor?”
“I would never be so bold, and probably push a sibling or relative to be the Emperor. Anyway. . . after hearing all this, you wouldn’t back out, would you?”
“I accept.”
Upon hearing Johan’s response, Ulrike was momentarily surprised, but soon her face brightened. She had secretly thought Johan might refuse.
“Are you serious?”
“Did you think I would refuse? It’s an offer with no reason to refuse.”
“How would I know? It’s hard to understand knights who do all sorts of foolish things for the sake of their damned honor.”
“I didn’t say it was for honor. . . Anyway, could you please tell me about the fiefdom I’ll be receiving?”
“If you accept, you’ll likely receive the title of a feudal lord or Baron. It’ll include the town of Heincut, and maybe two or three others. I’m thinking of this area. . .”
Johan nodded as Ulrike pointed out the locations. The places weren’t bad. They weren’t golden fiefdoms, but neither were they worthless.
‘But these small towns really have their limits.’
Johan now understood why Gessen had wandered so much.
In a small fiefdom, no matter how much you squeezed, there was a limit to the money you could make. Even feeding and clothing the troops with that money was difficult.
In contrast, one successful raid or hostage-taking in war could yield tens or hundreds of times more revenue. He understood why Gessen was obsessed with roaming.
‘It seems I am also destined to keep roaming the battlefields. . .’
With complex thoughts, Johan shook his head. He needed to focus on the immediate challenges first.
If he didn’t distinguish himself in the upcoming battle, he might not even receive that small fiefdom.
????????????????????????
After the dishonorable surprise attack ended in failure, the lord of Sangdarju Castle sent an envoy once again.
The message was that the recent incident was carried out without his orders, for which he sincerely apologized, and mentioned that showing mercy would bring divine blessings.
“Ah. That’s alright.”
“?”
“I wasn’t planning a full-scale attack. I don’t even have command authority. If it happens, I was thinking of picking a dozen men for a surprise attack.”
“. . .Where to?”
Johan pointed at the walls. Suetlg’s mouth fell open. He hadn’t expected such a plan, despite the defenders being outnumbered.
Brave or foolish?
“Planning to climb the walls using the fog as cover?”
“With fewer numbers, we won’t be detected, right?”
“You won’t be detected. But once you’re on the wall, expect a warm welcome.”
“The soldiers on the wall look tired and frightened. They aren’t that disciplined, and in their current state, they’ll likely flee easily.”
“. . . . . .”
Suetlg looked troubled. He didn’t want to waste precious magic just to kill a young knight.
Even with a dozen men, could they push back the soldiers on the wall and shake up the inside?
“Well. . . you can take care of your own life. If things go south, just break down the wall and run.”
“What kind of nonsense are you talking about?”
????????????????????????
Johan had no intention of creating fog just once. He had to do it for at least several days in a row.
At first, seeing the fog would cause tension.
But what if it persists for several days and everything remains calm?
Being human, the tension would inevitably ease.
“So, the fog must come and go for several days...”
Suetlg let out a groan. An unknowing knight dastard was trying to overwork him with this magic.
However, using such a ruse was a better tactic than creating fog just once. It would catch the opponent off guard.
The problem was not with Suetlg, but with the other knights. None volunteered despite hearing Johan’s plan.
“Isn’t there anyone who will join me to defeat them?”
“. . . . . .”
“. . . . . .”
The knights remained silent.
They were not repulsed by Johan, the newcomer, nor did they want to embarrass him.
Johan’s plan felt too reckless to them.
Even the Empire knights, desiring honor and glory, did not want to enter a situation that blatantly led to death.
“If no one steps forward, I’ll have to go alone.”
“You won’t be alone, Sir. I will accompany you.”
Gerdolf spoke as if questioning the absurdity.
Then Sir Inno was shocked.
They had different places to go, why would they go together?
“What are you talking about? That’s not a place for you to intervene. You’re mistaken, let me tell you.”
“I will go with you.”
Gerdolf ignored his father’s words.
Sir Inno didn’t know how to react and just gaped.
“Thank you, Sir Gerdolf.”
“Are the other knights lacking courage? Is Sir Johan the only brave person under my command?”
Ulrike provoked them, but the knights stood firm. Ulrike asked Johan.
“What about taking Stephen with you?”
“I’d rather fight with one hand tied.”
However, the issue of companions was unexpectedly resolved easily.
The mercenaries brought by Johan volunteered en masse upon hearing the news.
The mercenaries under Ulrike, already present, clicked their tongues at the recklessness.
“No matter how much you love gold, what’s the use if you die? Don’t do something crazy.”
“I’ve never seen anyone who fights recklessly live long. Quit now. Even the knights are avoiding this.”
However, the mercenaries following Johan scoffed in response.
“You say that because you haven’t seen our employer fight.”
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Chapter 59: The Siege of Sandarju (3)
Ulrike nodded her head. Johan wasn’t surprised either, as he had suspected it.
“I also need to take care of the eyes of my vassals, my feudal lords. You can receive it after a certain amount of achievements. Of course, if it’s a merit, you should be able to achieve it sufficiently.”
Ulrike pointed on the map while speaking.
“The problem is what comes next. If we’re lucky, it’ll end there and a fiefdom will be granted, but it’s likely not to end with just that.”The original appearance of this chapter can be found at Ñøv€lß1n.
“?”
“Sangdarju Castle is a territory of the Emperor. Immediate support may not come, but as soon as there’s room to breathe, an army will be sent immediately.”
“Are you prepared for that?”
At Johan’s question, Ulrike burst into laughter.
“Of course! Why would I do such a thing without being prepared? Besides, the Emperor is already a toothless old lion.”
The Emperor’s fiefdoms were divided into the northern, central, and southern parts of the Catalian Peninsula.
Although vast when combined, managing such divided fiefdoms required much more effort. Mercenaries employed by the Emperor at great expense had to be constantly on the move.
Ambitious regents and feudal lords, lords from neighboring kingdoms, and cities constantly trying to break free from the Emperor. . .
“Right now, the Emperor’s main forces are tied down in the southern part of the Empire.”
The forceful attempt to warn the southern feudal lords about their treacherous activities backfired.
Even though some nobles were executed without trial and the Emperor feigned ignorance, the southern feudal lords were outraged by this unprecedented and outrageous act, eventually leading to a rebellion. . .
The bewildered Emperor tried to diplomatically resolve the situation, but the lords responded by beheading the envoys and sending them back.
War was the only option left.
“The point, Johan, is that the Emperor doesn’t have the luxury to pay attention here. By the time he does, everything here will be over. Then he can send an army or not, as he pleases. Reinforcements will come.”
“Reinforcements?”
“Didn’t you notice? The King of Erlans is supporting us.”
Since Johan had already heard this from Suetlg, he wasn’t too surprised. He would have been more surprised if such actions were taken without such a background.
“You knew then. It’s obvious with Cardirian II soon to die.”
“?”
“Why surprised? It’s not a widely known story. . . but if you’re to become a lord, you should be interested in such affairs.”
Cardirian II was old and ill. Even his most loyal followers didn’t think he would live long.
At most a few years.
When the Emperor dies, an electoral meeting of the princes is held to choose a new Emperor.
Cardirian II’s family, heavily in debt due to fruitless wars, was unlikely to be chosen in the next vote. The Emperor’s intentions were clear.
He intended to bypass the electoral process and pass the throne to his eldest heir!
Of course, the princes had no intention of just watching this happen.
If the Emperor disregards custom and law, we will act by force!
“Does the King of Erlans desire the crown of the Empire Emperor?”
“I would never be so bold, and probably push a sibling or relative to be the Emperor. Anyway. . . after hearing all this, you wouldn’t back out, would you?”
“I accept.”
Upon hearing Johan’s response, Ulrike was momentarily surprised, but soon her face brightened. She had secretly thought Johan might refuse.
“Are you serious?”
“Did you think I would refuse? It’s an offer with no reason to refuse.”
“How would I know? It’s hard to understand knights who do all sorts of foolish things for the sake of their damned honor.”
“I didn’t say it was for honor. . . Anyway, could you please tell me about the fiefdom I’ll be receiving?”
“If you accept, you’ll likely receive the title of a feudal lord or Baron. It’ll include the town of Heincut, and maybe two or three others. I’m thinking of this area. . .”
Johan nodded as Ulrike pointed out the locations. The places weren’t bad. They weren’t golden fiefdoms, but neither were they worthless.
‘But these small towns really have their limits.’
Johan now understood why Gessen had wandered so much.
In a small fiefdom, no matter how much you squeezed, there was a limit to the money you could make. Even feeding and clothing the troops with that money was difficult.
In contrast, one successful raid or hostage-taking in war could yield tens or hundreds of times more revenue. He understood why Gessen was obsessed with roaming.
‘It seems I am also destined to keep roaming the battlefields. . .’
With complex thoughts, Johan shook his head. He needed to focus on the immediate challenges first.
If he didn’t distinguish himself in the upcoming battle, he might not even receive that small fiefdom.
????????????????????????
After the dishonorable surprise attack ended in failure, the lord of Sangdarju Castle sent an envoy once again.
The message was that the recent incident was carried out without his orders, for which he sincerely apologized, and mentioned that showing mercy would bring divine blessings.
“Ah. That’s alright.”
“?”
“I wasn’t planning a full-scale attack. I don’t even have command authority. If it happens, I was thinking of picking a dozen men for a surprise attack.”
“. . .Where to?”
Johan pointed at the walls. Suetlg’s mouth fell open. He hadn’t expected such a plan, despite the defenders being outnumbered.
Brave or foolish?
“Planning to climb the walls using the fog as cover?”
“With fewer numbers, we won’t be detected, right?”
“You won’t be detected. But once you’re on the wall, expect a warm welcome.”
“The soldiers on the wall look tired and frightened. They aren’t that disciplined, and in their current state, they’ll likely flee easily.”
“. . . . . .”
Suetlg looked troubled. He didn’t want to waste precious magic just to kill a young knight.
Even with a dozen men, could they push back the soldiers on the wall and shake up the inside?
“Well. . . you can take care of your own life. If things go south, just break down the wall and run.”
“What kind of nonsense are you talking about?”
????????????????????????
Johan had no intention of creating fog just once. He had to do it for at least several days in a row.
At first, seeing the fog would cause tension.
But what if it persists for several days and everything remains calm?
Being human, the tension would inevitably ease.
“So, the fog must come and go for several days...”
Suetlg let out a groan. An unknowing knight dastard was trying to overwork him with this magic.
However, using such a ruse was a better tactic than creating fog just once. It would catch the opponent off guard.
The problem was not with Suetlg, but with the other knights. None volunteered despite hearing Johan’s plan.
“Isn’t there anyone who will join me to defeat them?”
“. . . . . .”
“. . . . . .”
The knights remained silent.
They were not repulsed by Johan, the newcomer, nor did they want to embarrass him.
Johan’s plan felt too reckless to them.
Even the Empire knights, desiring honor and glory, did not want to enter a situation that blatantly led to death.
“If no one steps forward, I’ll have to go alone.”
“You won’t be alone, Sir. I will accompany you.”
Gerdolf spoke as if questioning the absurdity.
Then Sir Inno was shocked.
They had different places to go, why would they go together?
“What are you talking about? That’s not a place for you to intervene. You’re mistaken, let me tell you.”
“I will go with you.”
Gerdolf ignored his father’s words.
Sir Inno didn’t know how to react and just gaped.
“Thank you, Sir Gerdolf.”
“Are the other knights lacking courage? Is Sir Johan the only brave person under my command?”
Ulrike provoked them, but the knights stood firm. Ulrike asked Johan.
“What about taking Stephen with you?”
“I’d rather fight with one hand tied.”
However, the issue of companions was unexpectedly resolved easily.
The mercenaries brought by Johan volunteered en masse upon hearing the news.
The mercenaries under Ulrike, already present, clicked their tongues at the recklessness.
“No matter how much you love gold, what’s the use if you die? Don’t do something crazy.”
“I’ve never seen anyone who fights recklessly live long. Quit now. Even the knights are avoiding this.”
However, the mercenaries following Johan scoffed in response.
“You say that because you haven’t seen our employer fight.”
Chapter 59: The Siege of Sandarju 3Ulrike nodded her head. Johan wasn't surprised either, as he had suspected it.I also need to take care of the eyes of my vassals, my feudal lords. You can receive it after a certain amount of achievements. Of course, if it's a merit, you should be able to achieve it sufficiently.Ulrike pointed on the map while speaking.The problem is what comes next. If we're lucky, it'll end there and a fiefdom will be granted, but it's likely not to end with just that.The original appearance of this chapter can be found at Nvl1n.?Sangdarju Castle is a territory of the Emperor. Immediate support may not come, but as soon as there's room to breathe, an army will be sent immediately.Are you prepared for that?At Johan's question, Ulrike burst into laughter.Of course! Why would I do such a thing without being prepared? Besides, the Emperor is already a toothless old lion.The Emperor's fiefdoms were divided into the northern, central, and southern parts of the Catalian Peninsula.Although vast when combined, managing such divided fiefdoms required much more effort. Mercenaries employed by the Emperor at great expense had to be constantly on the move.Ambitious regents and feudal lords, lords from neighboring kingdoms, and cities constantly trying to break free from the Emperor. . .Right now, the Emperor's main forces are tied down in the southern part of the Empire.The forceful attempt to warn the southern feudal lords about their treacherous activities backfired.Even though some nobles were executed without trial and the Emperor feigned ignorance, the southern feudal lords were outraged by this unprecedented and outrageous act, eventually leading to a rebellion. . .The bewildered Emperor tried to diplomatically resolve the situation, but the lords responded by beheading the envoys and sending them back.War was the only option left.The point, Johan, is that the Emperor doesn't have the luxury to pay attention here. By the time he does, everything here will be over. Then he can send an army or not, as he pleases. Reinforcements will come.Reinforcements?Didn't you notice? The King of Erlans is supporting us.Since Johan had already heard this from Suetlg, he wasn't too surprised. He would have been more surprised if such actions were taken without such a background.You knew then. It's obvious with Cardirian II soon to die.?Why surprised? It's not a widely known story. . . but if you're to become a lord, you should be interested in such affairs.Cardirian II was old and ill. Even his most loyal followers didn't think he would live long.At most a few years.When the Emperor dies, an electoral meeting of the princes is held to choose a new Emperor.Cardirian II's family, heavily in debt due to fruitless wars, was unlikely to be chosen in the next vote. The Emperor's intentions were clear.He intended to bypass the electoral process and pass the throne to his eldest heir!Of course, the princes had no intention of just watching this happen.If the Emperor disregards custom and law, we will act by force!Does the King of Erlans desire the crown of the Empire Emperor?I would never be so bold, and probably push a sibling or relative to be the Emperor. Anyway. . . after hearing all this, you wouldn't back out, would you?I accept.Upon hearing Johan's response, Ulrike was momentarily surprised, but soon her face brightened. She had secretly thought Johan might refuse.Are you serious?Did you think I would refuse? It's an offer with no reason to refuse.How would I know? It's hard to understand knights who do all sorts of foolish things for the sake of their damned honor.I didn't say it was for honor. . . Anyway, could you please tell me about the fiefdom I'll be receiving?If you accept, you'll likely receive the title of a feudal lord or Baron. It'll include the town of Heincut, and maybe two or three others. I'm thinking of this area. . .Johan nodded as Ulrike pointed out the locations. The places weren't bad. They weren't golden fiefdoms, but neither were they worthless.But these small towns really have their limits.'Johan now understood why Gessen had wandered so much.In a small fiefdom, no matter how much you squeezed, there was a limit to the money you could make. Even feeding and clothing the troops with that money was difficult.In contrast, one successful raid or hostage-taking in war could yield tens or hundreds of times more revenue. He understood why Gessen was obsessed with roaming.It seems I am also destined to keep roaming the battlefields. . .'With complex thoughts, Johan shook his head. He needed to focus on the immediate challenges first.If he didn't distinguish himself in the upcoming battle, he might not even receive that small fiefdom.???????????????????????? After the dishonorable surprise attack ended in failure, the lord of Sangdarju Castle sent an envoy once again.The message was that the recent incident was carried out without his orders, for which he sincerely apologized, and mentioned that showing mercy would bring divine blessings.Ah. That's alright.?I wasn't planning a full-scale attack. I don't even have command authority. If it happens, I was thinking of picking a dozen men for a surprise attack.. . .Where to?Johan pointed at the walls. Suetlg's mouth fell open. He hadn't expected such a plan, despite the defenders being outnumbered.Brave or foolish?Planning to climb the walls using the fog as cover?With fewer numbers, we won't be detected, right?You won't be detected. But once you're on the wall, expect a warm welcome.The soldiers on the wall look tired and frightened. They aren't that disciplined, and in their current state, they'll likely flee easily.. . . . . .Suetlg looked troubled. He didn't want to waste precious magic just to kill a young knight.Even with a dozen men, could they push back the soldiers on the wall and shake up the inside?Well. . . you can take care of your own life. If things go south, just break down the wall and run.What kind of nonsense are you talking about????????????????????????? Johan had no intention of creating fog just once. He had to do it for at least several days in a row.At first, seeing the fog would cause tension.But what if it persists for several days and everything remains calm?Being human, the tension would inevitably ease.So, the fog must come and go for several days...Suetlg let out a groan. An unknowing knight dastard was trying to overwork him with this magic.However, using such a ruse was a better tactic than creating fog just once. It would catch the opponent off guard.The problem was not with Suetlg, but with the other knights. None volunteered despite hearing Johan's plan.Isn't there anyone who will join me to defeat them?. . . . . .. . . . . .The knights remained silent.They were not repulsed by Johan, the newcomer, nor did they want to embarrass him.Johan's plan felt too reckless to them.Even the Empire knights, desiring honor and glory, did not want to enter a situation that blatantly led to death.If no one steps forward, I'll have to go alone.You won't be alone, Sir. I will accompany you.Gerdolf spoke as if questioning the absurdity.Then Sir Inno was shocked.They had different places to go, why would they go together?What are you talking about? That's not a place for you to intervene. You're mistaken, let me tell you.I will go with you.Gerdolf ignored his father's words.Sir Inno didn't know how to react and just gaped.Thank you, Sir Gerdolf.Are the other knights lacking courage? Is Sir Johan the only brave person under my command?Ulrike provoked them, but the knights stood firm. Ulrike asked Johan.What about taking Stephen with you?I'd rather fight with one hand tied.However, the issue of companions was unexpectedly resolved easily.The mercenaries brought by Johan volunteered en masse upon hearing the news.The mercenaries under Ulrike, already present, clicked their tongues at the recklessness.No matter how much you love gold, what's the use if you die? Don't do something crazy.I've never seen anyone who fights recklessly live long. Quit now. Even the knights are avoiding this.However, the mercenaries following Johan scoffed in response.You say that because you haven't seen our employer fight.
