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.

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, they also

between husband and wife, and fewer complications

harsh winter looming, leading a large force into pursuit seemed a risky move. Plus, they still

defend Simonton City, arguing that holding the

that simply holding the city would cause more problems in the long run. Soldiers unable to farm would increase the

they let Victor drag things on, who

of soldiers with no food or clothing, they would likely resort to raiding, occasionally harassing border towns, killing civilians, and looting. It would be a real nightmare, and the people Would live

back and forth, each expressing their opinions,

until the

gained the upper hand that he slowly said, "I trust the Hell Monarch's judgment and military ability. For true peace in the Southern Frontier, we can't continue dragging things out like this agree with the Hell Monarch's decision to

Rafael's supporters, all those present knelt in unison and praised the

trusted the Hell Monarch's military abilities. Secondly, he knew that Salvador wouldn't allow the Hell Monarch to lead the

battle plan. Right now, she just

But Carissa wasn't bothered by that. After all, the letter usually contained usual greetings, with maybe a

miss you"-was enough to

and read the first two