A Core Ship From The Start - Chapter 1307 - Chapter 1307 Chapter 882 First Battle

Chapter 1307: Chapter 882: First Battle Chapter 1307: Chapter 882: First Battle Honestly, when they stepped out of the city gates, everyone was prepared for a bloody battle with the Demon Clan.

But in fact, everything turned out completely beyond their expectations.

Along the way, they hardly encountered any significant resistance. According to adventurers who had been to the Northern Land before, there should be many Demon Beasts and members of the Demon Clan, but it’s been ten days since they left Royal City, and the Union Army hasn’t even faced a single real battle.

Though they occasionally face attacks from Beast Hordes at night while camping, these are easily repelled by the well-prepared Union Army.

Thanks to this, the initially high morale of the Union Army began to gradually decline.

“What is going on?”

Princess Enisphia and Yuriya were both puzzled, but Duanmu Huai just sneered.

“It’s simple, we are falling into their trap.”

“A trap?”

“Of course. In fact, I think all the legion commanders know this, but they can’t do anything about it.”

“Can’t do anything?”

“That’s right.”

Seeing Princess Anisphere looking at him waiting for an explanation, Duanmu Huai just shrugged his shoulders.

“It’s actually a very simple strategy, to lure the enemy deep into their territory. They probably want to use this strategy to gradually wear down the soldiers’ morale while making us stay as far away from the Royal City as possible. Once we reach a certain target location, they will launch an attack, cut off our retreat path, and then wipe us out in one fell swoop.”

“How can this be… isn’t there any way to counter this?”

“Of course, there is one way. We can just turn around now, admit our operation failed, and return to Royal City with our tails between our legs.”

“That………”
Hearing Duanmu Huai’s words, Princess Anisphere also realized why Duanmu Huai said there was no way out. Because the reality is exactly that; their objective is to head to the Northern Fortress and reactivate the Big Barrier. So now they can only move forward, and the enemy probably knows this too, so they are not afraid of them retreating.

“No wonder the atmosphere in the camp has been so tense…”

Princess Anisphere murmured a few words. Recently, she had been visiting the camp made up of adventurers, and although everyone seemed normal on the surface, Princess Anisphere still felt the tense atmosphere. She hadn’t understood it at the time, but now it was clear after Duanmu Huai’s explanation.

Everyone knows there’s a trap ahead, even if they don’t know where exactly it is, but it’s definitely ahead.

The best thing to do at this time would be to turn around and leave, but they cannot do so, hence they can only keep moving forward–until they fall into the trap.

So is this Union Army strong enough to resist the threat of the trap?

Nobody knows.

Of course, those like Duanmu Huai and Princess Anisphere flying in the sky still felt quite comfortable, while those soldiers on the ground were clearly suffering more. They had already lost the spirits they had when they were welcomed enthusiastically upon leaving the Royal City; their heads hung low, looking as though they had been defeated.

Just then, Duanmu Huai and Princess Anisphere made a new discovery.

“Is that a city up ahead?”

Looking at the distant city, Duanmu Huai squinted his eyes, and hearing his words, Yuriya quickly took out a map to check, then nodded.

“Yes, according to the old maps, that should be a commercial city in the Northern Land, located in the center of the plains, a major trading hub for the North back then.”

“But now, it has obviously become a nest for Demon Beasts.”

Duanmu Huai’s view quickly zoomed in on the scene in front of him, then he saw Demon Beasts leaping among the ruins, now, this place had already changed hands.

“I’ll go inform His Highness the Prince.”

“Go ahead.”

Soon, Princess Anisphere rode her broom away with Yuriya, while Duanmu Huai turned his head, looking at Ogis perched on his shoulder.

“What do you think?”

“Nothing.”

Faced with Duanmu Huai’s question, Ogis shook her head.

“Whatever master decides to do, I will do.”

“Really? Don’t you have any ideas of your own?”

Duanmu Huai reached out and poked Ogis’s cheek, teasing his little muffler, which was quite amusing.

“Ideas…”
“Hmm?”

“Please rest assured, master, no matter what, I will always be by your side.”

Faced with Duanmu Huai’s question, Ogis pondered for a moment, then spoke.

She then added another line.

“So, even if others are afraid, it doesn’t matter to the master.”

“…….Thank you then.”

High up in the air, the breeze was whooshing, sending chills to the heart.

Moments later, Princess Anisphere and Yuriya returned.

“How did it go?”

“Prince Yar has ordered the entire army to accelerate forward, planning to reclaim the city from the Demon Beasts as soon as possible.”

“Are you sure?”

“Yes, there are rivers around the city ensuring a water supply, and the rapid march in recent times has indeed been tense for the soldiers. Under the shelter of the city walls, they should be able to relax a bit……..”

Looking at Duanmu Huai, Yuriya bowed her head again.

“These are Prince Yar’s words.”

“Alright, it doesn’t matter, after all, he is the commander.”

Duanmu Huai shrugged his shoulders.

“However, since that’s the case, we can’t carry out a carpet bombing. Proceed with the battle plan as you envision. Provide air cover for the main force advancing, using less powerful magic to defeat the enemy…just like in training, understood?”

“Yes.”

At the same time, Prince Yar, situated right in the middle of the army, was also riding his warhorse, his face stern as he stared at the distant city. Beside him, an older military man couldn’t help but reach out and stroke his white beard.

“I never thought there would be a day when I’d return here.”

“Are you familiar with this city, General Gaius?”

As a prince, although Yar was indeed in nominal command of the army, everyone knew that it was impossible for such a youthful figure to truly lead an army. Therefore, the deputy commander of the Expeditionary Force was the highly respected General Gaius, which was also the reason this army had persisted until now.

“Of course, before its fall, this city was a bustling one. I was in the Royal City when I heard of its fall, and it still pains me.”

General Gaius was immersed in his memories only briefly before he refocused his attention.

“Are there any signs of the Demon Clan?”

“According to Yuriya’s report, currently, there are only Demon Beasts present, no signs of the Demon Clan.”

“Hmmm……..”

Hearing Yar mention Yuriya in an indifferent tone, General Gaius nodded with a complex expression. As Yar’s military mentor, Gaius was well aware that Prince Yar was not particularly popular.

To be honest, Prince Yar does work hard and diligently, but unfortunately, he is merely talented, not a genius. Of course, for most people, that would be enough, but unfortunately, Yar’s sister is a genius.

Enisphia Gwen Paretiya.

Although she has not formed an Elf Contract and does not have the ability to wield Elf Magic, the Magic Studies developed by Princess Enisphia are greatly admired even by General Gaius. Honestly, it was he who wanted to promote the Magic Light Saber invented by Enisphia throughout the army, but unfortunately, it was ultimately blocked by the noble Elf Believer Faction.

It would have been an excellent way to enhance the military’s combat effectiveness…

Even though Princess Enisphia behaves unconventionally, General Gaius knows that many people recognize her contributions.

If Princess Enisphia could form an Elf Contract and use Elf Magic… she might actually be the most suitable candidate for the throne.

Such rumors also deal a blow to Yar, and although Gaius feels sorry for Yar, he does believe that Princess Enisphia is somewhat stronger in capabilities than Prince Yar–the only fatal flaw being her inability to form an Elf Contract and wield Elf Magic.

In fact, the King also understands Yar’s insufficiency, which is why he arranged a marriage with Duke Glanz, making the talented Miss Yuriya, known as the Jewel of Paretia Kingdom, Yar’s fiancee. Having such a talented future queen consort could compensate for Yar’s personal shortcomings.

But unfortunately, Yar doesn’t seem to like Yuriya much either. This expedition was also the case; originally, General Gaius thought that being together day and night in the army might warm their relationship, but Yar directly sent Yuriya to Princess Enisphia……..

Ah, it looks like things might be tough in the future.

General Gaius also stretched out his hand to stroke his beard; if the King and Queen Consort do not get along, it’s not good for the country. But such matters of intimate relationships are not his expertise…

“General Gaius?”

Just then, Yar also looked towards Gaius, who paused, then chuckled.

“Nothing much, Your Highness. I just think we should be cautious. We haven’t encountered the Demon Clan along the way, and considering that city has been abandoned for a long time, there might be Demon Clan traps set up inside.”

“I understand.”

Hearing General Gaius’s words, Yar nodded. Meanwhile, another young man beside him laughed.

“General Gaius is just too cautious. In my opinion, those Demon Clan members probably ran away seeing so many of us. After all, the Demon Clan are few in number and only dare to attack small villages. Perhaps they have already left the Northern Land and gone back to their lairs.”

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“Hehe……”

Hearing the young Knight’s words, Gaius didn’t say anything, just chuckled and looked forward.

At this moment, the long-abandoned city, was now within close proximity.

Simultaneously, Yar raised his hand.

“Pass the order down, prepare to attack!”