Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 1409

Balin entered the city with just a dozen men. They were all strong and sturdy, with curved blades at their waists, looking fierce and intimidating.

But when they sat down to eat and drink, their tanned faces broke into wide, radiant smiles.

Balin was in his fifties, with skin as dark and shining as his men's, his eyes sharp and intelligent. He was a man of great wisdom and was meticulous in his thinking. In other words, he remained cautious and never fully trusted the Hell Monarch.

His one demand was simple: this would be a one-time alliance. After driving back the Sandorians, the Southern Frontier Army was to withdraw from the grasslands swiftly. No one was to step foot in the heart of the grasslands again without permission.

Rafael agreed, and the treaty was signed immediately.

Once the agreement was made, they didn't linger any longer than necessary and left.

The grassland tribes held little fondness for Starhaven, as the endless warfare often spilled over into their territories. However, with so many tribes scattered across the land, they weren't united, which meant they couldn't oppose either Starhaven or Sandoria directly.

Timothy escorted them out of the city, then returned to Redstone Manor to discuss how best to conduct the upcoming pursuit.

The grassland tribes had offered their land, allowing the Southern Frontier Army to press forward in pursuit. However, a pursuit was very different from a siege. Logistics were crucial-supplies, food, arrows, weapons-all had to be accounted for. Medical care, stretchers, and support for the troops were also necessary.

the rewards could be great. If they succeeded, it would deter Sandoria for at least the next ten years. The generals deliberated through the night, crafting a strategy. By morning, the basic plan was ready, and orders were issued. Naturally,

the battlefield, there were no secrets between husband and wife,

Rafael's decision was overly ambitious and reckless. With the harsh winter looming, leading a large force into pursuit seemed a risky move. Plus, they still had to guard against the grasslands

defend Simonton City, arguing that holding the city would be sufficient to keep the Sandorians at

problems in the long run. Soldiers unable to farm would

let Victor drag things on, who knew how long it would

a group of soldiers with no food or clothing, they would likely resort to raiding, occasionally harassing border towns,

two sides argued back and forth, each

wasn't until

hand that he slowly said, "I trust the Hell Monarch's judgment and military ability. For true peace in

the opposition unable to counter the arguments of Rafael's supporters, all those

knew that Salvador wouldn't allow the Hell Monarch to lead the troops in the Southern Frontier for too

to the court's debate. Like Jeremiah, she knew Salvador would approve of Rafael's battle plan. Right now, she just wanted to find a

afterward. With a trained eye, one could see the marks of tampering. But Carissa wasn't bothered by that. After all, the letter usually contained usual greetings, with maybe

that one line "I miss

this time and read the first two