439: Chapter 60, Rising of a Famous General_3 439: Chapter 60, Rising of a Famous General_3 “Yes, Your Marshal.
We received a report from our people, and we couldn’t believe it either.
We even sent people to the Bearman camp to scout.
The scene suggests that they’ve indeed experienced a major battle; their camp is severely damaged.
Based on information from various local garrisons, armies from the other Four Great Royal Courts have also suddenly mobilized, all heading for the Bearman Imperial Court.
We can preliminarily confirm that the Bearman Imperial Court is under a significant threat, forcing them to appeal for assistance from the other Four Royal Courts.
The only force nearby powerful enough to threaten the Bearman Imperial Court is the Alpha Kingdom’s Expeditionary Army stationed at Flying Bear Fort.
On the day of the incident, the expeditionary army also made a significant troop movement.
Several nearby castles’ garrisons have also symbolically set out to provide support and coordination.
However, the initial agreed-upon plan was to feign an attack on the Bearman Imperial Court, forcing out the Orc Army for backup.
We don’t know what happened midway, but the feint turned into a blitz.
Perhaps Earl Hudson found an opportunity, or maybe there was a reason they had to attack.
It is certain that the Alpha Kingdom Expeditionary Army did launch an attack against the Bearman Imperial Court.
As per the collected intelligence, the Expeditionary Army seems to have gained the upper hand this time.
However, for a detailed scenario, we have to wait for the War report from Earl Hudson.”
Haley solemnly replied.
Everyone is being oppressively rubbed on the ground by the Orcs; even a minor action outside the city requires great caution.
Someone daring to stir up the Bearman Imperial Court, let alone gaining an upper hand, is really hard to believe.
Nevertheless, what matters is that the truth is in front of us.
The Expeditionary Army really took action, and they did a splendid job.
Upon calming down, Marshal Hodge’s face instantly changed toward a rosy hue as he joyfully said,
“This is indeed cause for celebration.
Earl Hudson’s actions will surely alleviate Dapes’s pressure.
If the Bearman Imperial Court is truly heavily damaged, the pressure on the nearby castles we inhabit will reduce significantly in the short term, and we can expand our area of operation.”
It was quite apparent that his joy came from within.
Seeing the situation becoming increasingly unfavorable for the Moxi Duchy, the pressure on him as the marshal was considerable.
Criticisms from within the Duchy have been constant.
The only reason he hadn’t been overthrown was the lack of a more suitable candidate.
Personal fame fortunes aside, the impending doom of the Duchy was what truly troubled him.
If the Duchy were to fall, all the big and small nobles who depended on it would inevitably sink with it.
“Report!”
“Marshal, an urgent battle report from Flying Bear Fort, please…”
Before the soldier could finish his sentence, Marshal Hodge snatched the report, broke the seal, and proceeded to read.
The parchment didn’t contain much, but in his hands, it felt as heavy as a thousand pounds.
The more he read, the more drastic his change of expression became, till finally, his mouth formed a big ‘O’ shape.
“Haley, immediately dispatch men to forward this report to the Capital.
To prevent any mishaps, make several copies and send them through different routes.”
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In the Bearman Imperial Court, the Bear King looked embarrassed before the aid from the Four Great Royal Courts.
Failing to protect his own territory and seeking help from allies was a matter that would become a lifelong joke if word got out.
Just looking at the half-mocking expressions of the visiting delegates revealed that they were taking him as a joke.
He knew he was being laughed at, but it was he himself who had summoned these reinforcements.
Their arrival meant a favor owed to them.
The loss of his pride was the Bearmen’s problem; they couldn’t blame the allies.
“Your Majesty the Bear King, is this Earl Hudson really that formidable?”
Crown Prince Alex asked with concern.
Despite the Bimon Tribe having crossed paths with Hudson, that unfortunate cavalry corps was entirely annihilated without sending back any valuable information.
Because of strategic necessities, the Bimon Royal Court hadn’t had time for retaliation, but they had noted down the score.
Even though the Bimon Tribe has always had friction with the Bearman Tribe, they acknowledge the Bearman infantry’s strength.
Now facing a significant loss against Hudson, the revengeful Crown Prince Alex took it very seriously.
“He is the most proficient in warfare among the enemies we’ve encountered since the beginning of the war.
Not only is he proficient in warfare, but his military governance capabilities are formidable.
Particularly his Direct Line Expeditionary Army First Corps, which is one of the top corps among the human race.
If you encounter them on the battlefield in the future, you must be cautious.
We were caught off guard this time, and fell into his trap.”
The Bear King reluctantly replied.
He couldn’t help but praise.
If he couldn’t prove Hudson to be formidable, it would reflect poorly on the Bearmen’s inability.
To not let himself appear incompetent, he made the enemy appear stronger.
At first, it was a bit unnatural, but soon the Bear King got the hang of it.
Apart from himself, out of the other four present, two nodded in agreement.
Instantly, the Bear King understood the situation.
The Silver Moon Wolf Clan and the Bimon Tribe had both suffered losses against Hudson.
Although the Bear King Clan suffered the most serious losses, the other two also suffered considerably.
The enemy was hunkering down at the Flying Bear Fort with numerous soldiers, making retaliation unfeasible for the time being.
But with Hudson causing ripples outside, they couldn’t tolerate the undermining of their pride.
Seeing the Bear King lavish praise on Hudson, they gladly went along.
If the enemy is so formidable, then their previous minor losses seem natural.
No matter what, they all had their pride.
When three out of the Five Royal Clans all agreed on his prowess, it was difficult for the remaining two to disagree.
Backed by the recognition of the Orc Empire, a star of command was abruptly raised.