Her Majestic Battle Cry

Chapter 1284

Chester carried out the bandit suppression with precision and order.

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The places Rafael mentioned were already under Chester’s surveillance. He had already scouted and set up defensive measures quietly. As soon as any signs of unrest emerged, his forces swiftly moved in.

Though they hadn’t achieved complete control yet, the mountain bandits had been forced into hiding, too scared to come down and cause further trouble.

Meanwhile, Salvador received Louis‘ urgent report, confirming that Sandoria’s army was indeed marching towards the border. The report estimated their numbers at 250,000, still led by Victor.

Salvador convened the officials from the Ministry of Defense, demanding an evaluation of the Southern Frontier’s ability to repel such a massive force.

Davis felt that Salvador’s question was wrong, because whether they could win and whether they could win quickly were two different things.

“The Southern Frontier has endured years of war and unrest. While the land can bear the scars, its people cannot. If we really have to fight, it’s best to strike quickly and retreat. Otherwise, the Sandorian army will be like locusts, returning year after year to harass us. Such a situation will harm the long–term peace of the Southern Frontier,” said Davis.

Salvador frowned. “Are you suggesting the combined forces of the Sinclair Army and Hell Monarch Army cannot swiftly repel them?”

“Your Majesty, there’s no such thing as the Sinclair Army or the Hell Monarch Army anymore. They’re all part of the Southern Frontier Army now.”

Davis made it a point to clarify so that Salvador wouldn’t think the Sinclair family or the Hell Monarch could still command the army. But to the king, that distinction didn’t matter.

on, and Rafael handed over military power after six or seven years, then

But now?

command the respect of the troops made it evident that regardless of the name the army bore, it was still Rafael who held their loyalty. Sending him back to the Southern Frontier would effectively mean giving him military control

had already rebelled, those behind him were waiting for the right moment. If they were to lose control of the Southern Frontier now, Rafael could

be able to stop

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Chapter 1284

wasn’t willing to let Rafael return to the

strength and dread the prospect of facing him in battle. If he

of Defense all agreed with him, each of them speaking in favor of the

impatience becoming more apparent. What he had hoped to hear today were voices supporting his

regard for Marshal Prince. If that is the case, why

not that we doubt Marshal Prince’s abilities. The issue lies in Sandoria’s overwhelming aggression this time, coupled with their apparent collusion with the traitors. This situation demands swift and decisive action. We cannot afford to let the war escalate and allow the conflict

critical moment. There

appointed Ministry of Defense deputy minister,

“Yes, Your Majesty. We will take our leave.” Outside the palace,

Jeremiah let out a soft, bitter chuckle and said, “I’ve already sought an audience with His Majesty on this

minister! How can you not have a say in matters of such national

the prime