Having received the report regarding Verquis devastating defeat by the hands of Victor. Drafuni was alarmed by the Aemy of Wildwood.
Following day his Scouts also confirmed that The Soldiers of Wildwood have fortified the position in the town of demo.
Even his army was well trained and Veteran , and also Well Equipped Cavalry but as Drafuni army Now there are two options in front of Drafuni he can Take the town of demo and Destroy the Army Of Wildwood.
But he has also received News yesterday that some of the soldiers led Victor had marched towards the direction of Lefonti he was surprised that Victor would not stay idle and take the initiative to Fight battle with lefonti.
He was worried about the outcome of there Clash. And he had many time thought of Retreating but he had One Thing That was stopping him from doing that. Greed.
From my calculation if Lefonti defeats, Victor that brat would start retreating Towards demo and Drafuni can take advantage of that and attack Victor's defeated forces.
And Because of Victor and lefonti battle. The Army led by that fool lefonti would definitely be weak as well if I can play my cards right I can conquer all these bastards territory. Hehe
So Drafuni Soon arrived with his Army near Demo and started waiting for the news of Victor defeat.Another day passed . And Drafuni started to feel nervous after all no news was arriving he was still thinking that Victor might be defeated.
But now his Confidence started to falter And Soon his Fear was about to come true. Next day in afternoon a horseman can be seen riding toweds Drafuni army camp rapidly.
When the messenger arrived in front of the army camp he shoutoed "Where is Marquis Drafuni i want to talk to him it's urgent."
Soon The messanger was led inside the Command tent. He Panting "My lor- My Lord grave news the army of Wildwood territory has Invaded our territory and are currently marching towards Veroda."
The Shock on Marquis Drafuni face was Visible . Yes these was the plan of Victor he knew once he threatens the center of Drafuni power he would march back hastily . And he made these plan simply because he knew how bad These Drafuni has treated his people taxing them forcefully Recruiting soldiers.
So once his Power was threatened The Marquis would panic and make mistake.
A hasty war council was Convened by Drafuni
The Generals who were Initially confident with there army . Were Now alarmed .
With a heavy heart Drafuni decided to retreat.
the army which had marched with such a confidence they turned back their pace quickened by a sense of urgency and fear.
Meanwhile Victor can be seen at forefront leading his soldiers to march quickly. In last two days He marched Contiuesly his army living of land after defeating lefonti . Victor and his army took different route marched through the land Once ruled by Verquis.
Victor and his army marched closely through The Capital of Verquis territory of Tyloni 'Selester' but no soldiers came to harass him reason being the defeat and the capture of Verquis has stuck fear in the heart of people.
Only small amount soldiers were Garrisoned in these territory not a single one came out to harass Victor and Wildwood army. Finally Victor had entered the territory of Drafuni but he knew he needed to march towards Veroda Rapidly.
He took new short route through the forest . His soldiers pressed on and kept marching. these March have definitely taken toll on his soldiers they have only rested in night and even at that time they could not even sleep properly.
Because of mosquito bites and various animals making noise but What motivated Wildwood soldiers was Victor himself he sometimes walked on foot helping soldiers sometime carrying their shield and swords to help them to regain there energy.
There food supplies has dwindled as well . But by the time Drafuni had Entered his territory again Victor reached the city of Veroda With his army. His first priority was To order labourers to build camp And Build siege weapon.
But Degmon tried to argue with Victor
" Mylord why are we trying to siege the city . When the army of Marquis is already on its way here. "
Even Colton was doubtful.
"I know I am not a fool I want the enemy to think that we are besieging there City "these time Victor turned around and pointed towards the densely wooded two hills that overlooked the main road leading directly towards the city of Veroda. Victor knew he will win these War by using those hills.
Victor also ordered his Colonels" I want our soldiers to Rest as much as they can. I think by tomorrow morning Marquis will arrive . "
"And also Degmon I hope cavalry is doing there work "
"Yes mylord I have already deployed our cavalry to collect food by nearby villages" . Degmon replied.
Alright "Tomorrow it will be decided whether we have truly won these war or not."I will win tomorrow Victor thought inwardly.
Victor knew in his Heart That he is betting it all on these one . he Considered the possibility of Drafuni Miscalculation and him wasting his time after all the news about lefonti defeat would have reached him late.
Now everything depends on tomorrow's battle at these time even Victor took rest these rapid marches and campaign has taken a toll on his body and it was really hard for him to travel. So much.
But at last his Formation of Ministry informatio of military benefited him a lot.they had collected In detail information of the Enemies that Victor might face in future so he knew the geography and terrain of these are and according to that he startes forming up his plan.
After defeating lefonti i took the well built road from the territory of lefonti dividing my army in Regiments we march sperately And rapidly Without Supply wagons slowing us down and as for Food Degmon Used his cavalry to collect the food on route.
But to reach Veroda first there was forest situated on western most part of Terona territory I don't why these dude Drafuni not fortify these forest and build a stronhild here .but I can make guess He thinks who would even go through that dense forest. Tsk these foolish Nobles.
I t was kinda short cut To reach veroda. So Victor used that forest. To his advantage And now they are here waiting for Drafuni to fall into his trap. And soon early morning Victor received the news about Drafuni Marching back with his morning.
It was still pretty early and Morning Mist can be seen But the Victor created a illusion for Drafuni he Instructed some of his half of his soldiers in his camp to keep bombarding the walls of Veroda and also to use ladders ti try climbing the wall Meanwhile he has already placed his other of the army on the hills as well as cavalry.
Some cavalry are in open they will skirmish with Drafuni scouting party And they will stop them before they know about the situation.
A scouting party can be seen returning "My Lord we faced enemy cavalry. But i assure that the enemy is Busy Besieging the city of Veroda ". One the Of horsemen spoke.
Meanwhile a general of Drafuni left Said "My Lord these is perfect we can strike the enemy after all they are busy in the siege of Veroda we can take then by surprise. "
Another general gave his opinion "But now enemy would knew we are here they will stop the siege . "
Meanwhile Drafuni who was already getting annoyed with his generals constant bickering.
But he also If he wanted to defeat Victor now is the chance to Defeat him after his enemies are busy trying to take the city and he can strike them. And even if they trying to fight a battle with me the Garrison in the city of Veroda led by my son Elosius Can Attack them from behind.
And then I can easily conquer Wildwood, And he also Conquer Tylvoni territory of Verquis and territory of Marquis lefonti as well a Creepy smile can be seen on the face of Marquis.
Immediately Drafuni stood up and said
" I have decided we will defeat our enemy and kill that bastard Victor. then we can easily conquer there territories. Drafuni Gave his orders to his generals. "
On One of the hill overlooking the Path Towards Veroda Victor looked Calm he knew If he Showed fear on his Face it will effect the morale if his Colonels and his army by his Side degmon can be seen.
"My Lord everything is on place now Colton is on another hill And Our cavalry is Ready to strike". Degmon can be seen smiling.
"Hmm degmon you look happy What's the reason" I am curious as to why he is so happy.
"My Lord because of you we have Defeated Duke Elmsworth, Marquis Lefonti, Marquis Verquis and soon Marquis Drafuni would also join the list . an- and" Degmon stuttered a little tears can be ssen forming in his Eyes he continued.
"Before you My Lord our Lords were always mocked by nobility they were humiliated by Royal Family And even traders used to punished by these nobles our people used to pay more taxes compared to other nobles
For no reason I still remember How your grandfather was Humiliated by Our King Theo the IV when he was young "anger Can be seen in the eyes if Degmon.
"But now no more will these damn nobles Look down upon us They will Fear us They will fear you My Lord". Degmon looked Excited.
Damn That caught me by surprise and I know the the reason degmon is so angry after all his Father had served as Cavalry general For My Grandmother and father .
And as for my Grandfather getting humiliated yeah it was really bad Here is what happened a banquet was held in Royal capital after the coronation of Theo .
In that banquet everyone was present from Duke's to Baron's every single Nobility. And let's just say things got bad during a party My grandfather and his subordinates were sidelined by Theo he did not even address them during banquet.
Theo talked with barons and gave them audience as well but just ignored my grandfather. It was humiliating not even acknowledging the Existence of my grandfather.
Ahem Ahem "Yeah Our enemies will fear us Degmon". Victor replied with determination. But on the inside he was thinking 'Cringeeee'