A day after leaving the town of Diguan, the Welsh legion, which was traversing the western trade route of the country, had left the low hills behind.

At this time, the plains of the province of Kodor were presented. The group of people who had been waiting in the valley for a long time couldn't help but feel a lot of emotion when they saw the scene in front of them. In the distance, lakes of various sizes can be seen sparkling in the sunlight. In addition to the meadows, the lake is surrounded by patches of wheat fields and other fields where vegetables and fruits are grown. A gust of wind blew, and the air was filled with the smell of melons and fruits, which provoked a group of officers and soldiers to swallow their saliva. If it weren't for the legion's order that the soldiers strictly prohibit disturbing the people and eating the fruits and vegetables in the farmers' fields, these desperate creatures would have rushed into the fields full of melons and fruits to eat.

If the crops in the valley are not increased by "special" methods, they will definitely not be as lush as here. It's no wonder that the province of Kodor is so rich and thriving. The sight in front of you is already the best explanation.

Art, Angus, Otto and others, who were riding horses and walking in front of the team, couldn't help but sigh when they saw this scene in front of them.

"My lord, it would be nice if we could have this in our valley. You see, the surrounding area is full of flat and fertile land for dozens of miles, and the wheat in the field grows well. Otto said as he strained his nose to feel the scent of wheat in the air.

"Yes, it's in the plains, and it's a great place to farm. Unlike our valleys, it takes a lot of time and effort to find a suitable place to reclaim fertile land. And you have to keep the fertility of the soil in mind, otherwise in a year or two the land will be extremely barren again. Art said as he looked at the wheat field in the distance.

"Your Excellency," Angus continued, "you said that if we had defeated Thorne's army this time, would the new monarch have given you a fertile land for your merits?" ”

"Yes, sir. If we do, we'll be able to feed more troops and recruit more people. Otto said excitedly.

"The war is not over yet, and this is not the time to think about these things." Art said calmly.

As he spoke, there was the sound of horses' hooves rushing ahead.

"Report!" The soldiers in charge of the sentry at the front of the army rushed to several people.

"What's the matter?" Art asked.

"Report to your lordship, a man claiming to be Count Kodor's personal guard suddenly appeared in front of the army, and he said that Count Kodor has a secret letter for you."

"Count Kodor?"

"My lord, could this be the trick of that guy to delay our attack on Kodor?" Angus asked eagerly.

"It's possible. Now that he's here, let's see what conspiracy he can have. Art looked at Angus and said.

"If you want to talk about intrigues, I'm afraid that earl can't catch up with us." Otto quipped, causing the three of them to burst into laughter.

"Okay, you bring him over at once." Art said to the herald.

"Yes, sir."

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"You were sent by the Count of Kodor to deliver the letter?" Art asked Earl Kodor's personal guard.

"Back to my lord's words, yes. The Earl has commanded me to deliver this letter to you, and has instructed me to see it open in person. With that, the guard handed Art a secret letter sealed with fire paint.

Art took the secret letter, opened the seal, and removed the sheepskin inside. Angus and the others looked at Art, only to see him take a quick glance and hand the sheepskin to Ron to put away.

"Go back and tell the Earl, I will be in the city of Kodor at sunset tomorrow." Art looked at it and said to the herald.

"Yes, sir. I'll go back and tell the Earl. With that, the guards rode their horses and headed for the city of Kodor.

Watching the distant guards gradually disappear at the end of the road, Angus and Otto slowly set their eyes on Art.

"You must want to know the contents of the letter." Art deliberately sells Guanzi. made the two of them look forward to it even more.

"Sir, just say it." Otto urged.

"Okay, I'll tell you~" Art motioned for the two to come closer.

"What, peace?" Otto almost screamed loudly.

"Let's not talk about this now, it's getting dark, and I order the army to camp on the spot." Art said to the two.

"Yes, sir."

After a while, after the order was passed down, the legionnaires went about their jobs......

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"Sir, do you think Count Kodor is sincere in making peace?" In the camp of the commander of the Wells Legion, Angus asked Art.

"Yes, sir." "That bastard is not a good thing, he led his troops to attack Fort Marcy a few days ago, and today he sent someone to make peace, there must be a conspiracy in this." ”

Art didn't speak, just walked around the tent. When the two stopped talking, Art spoke.

"There's nothing impossible about it. Now the Thorne court has been defeated under the fierce offensive of the Liberation Army. Moreover, Lord Galvin had previously written to inform me that the Duchy had begun to re-establish its support for the new monarch's court of Besançon. The Archbishop of Paris and the court of Paris also declared their support for Flanders. Now the situation is clear. Art analyzed the situation in the country and the support of various forces for the Besançon court to the two of them.

"My lord, in the words you said before, the Thorne court is now a grasshopper after autumn." Angus used the new word with interest. The crowd burst into laughter.

"Sergeant Major, you're right. This was because the court of the Thorne was now isolated, which was why the Count of Codor proposed to make peace. I think that's a good idea. This will not only reduce unnecessary casualties, but also speed up our march into Thorne. Art explained.

After final deliberations, the army accelerated its march to-morrow, and arrived at a quarter of a mile south of the city of Kodor before sunset. Then he consulted with the Count of Kodor about peace talks. If there is any deception, the Welsh legions will immediately prepare for battle and attack the city of Kodor. If the Count of Kodor opens the city and surrenders, the army will be stationed in the city of Kodor.

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In the city of Kodor, early the next morning after the personal guards returned from delivering the letter, the Count of Kodor instructed the butler to arrange a grand banquet in his Earl's Palace. just said that there was an important guest banquet, but he didn't say a word about who it was, and only a few of his henchmen knew the inside story.

At this time, the walls of Kodor City were also extremely busy. The materials prepared a few days ago to ward off the enemy, such as rolling stones and fireoil were also moved into the warehouse under the command of the officer. Seeing that they didn't need these supplies to defend against the enemy, the Kodor defenders were overjoyed, because it meant that they didn't have to fight anymore. The soldiers defending the city were also withdrawn, and only a few men were left on the walls.

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At sunset, a team of nearly 2,000 men, guided by several outposts, slowly approached the city of Kodor. The soldiers standing on the southern wall of Kodor City did not panic when they saw the appearance of that large army, but hurried to the Hall of the Lords of Kodor City to report to the Count of Kodor.

Early this morning, the Count of Kodor had given an account to the knights of the city defenders, and as soon as the army from the north appeared in the south of the city, they would report to him immediately, and they would not make a public announcement. Violators will be severely punished.

"Report!"

"What's the matter?" In the hall of the lord of Kodor, the Earl of Kodor, who was explaining the banquet to the butler, beckoned the herald to come over.

"Lord Earl, that army is half a mile south of the city." The herald whispered to Count Kodor.

"Okay, let's go down."

"Everything I've explained to you is clear." Count Kodor turned to the butler beside him and said.

"Rest assured, noble Earl. I will definitely handle the things you explain. ”

With that, the Count of Kodor walked towards the outside of the lord's hall.

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Outside the southern gate of Kodor, the Count of Kodor was already waiting not far from the city gate with a dozen or so personal guards and a few knights and civil officials. According to the letter he ordered to be handed to Art yesterday, at sunset, he would lead people to wait for Art and others outside the South City Gate to discuss the terms of peace.

After standing outside the city gate for a long time, no one came, and the Count of Kodor, who was already a little anxious, saw several knightly civil officials muttering quietly behind him, and immediately became angry.

"Shut up!" Count Kodor turned and roared at the men. Frightened, a civilian official's felt hat almost fell to the ground. When Count Kodor turned his head to look at the southern trade road, he saw that Art was followed by more than fifty cavalry, slowly coming towards a few people.

"Your Excellency Viscount, you are indeed a man who keeps his promise." Seeing Art riding over, Count Kodor lowered his posture and hurriedly greeted him, and the group behind him also hurriedly followed Count Kodor, for fear that something would happen to his master.

"Your Excellency Earl, I've kept you waiting." Art dismounted and replied politely.

"Lord Art, it's getting late at this time, and you can see if we will discuss the matter of peace talks after we enter the city. I have prepared a banquet for you and your officers, waiting for your distinguished guests. ”

"Thank you, Lord Earl, for your kindness," Art thanked, "but I have the soldiers of the Welsh Legion behind me, and as the supreme commander of the Legion, I can't let them go hungry with good wine and meat." ”

"This~" Count Kodor understood what Art meant, he was going to let the soldiers of the Wells Legion enter the city of Kodor.

"If Lord Earl finds it difficult, then how about inviting Lord Count to my Chinese military camp tent as a guest." As soon as Art said this, the knight behind the Count of Kodor put his hand on the hilt of the sword at his waist. Angus and Ron, who were standing behind Art, stepped forward to protect Art, and their right hands were already in the position of drawing their swords.

"Stop!" Count Kodor turned to the knight behind him.

"Mistress Art, I'm smiling." Count Kodor said apologetically. "As you can see, there are no soldiers on the walls. I withdrew them all early this morning, just because I was afraid that you would be too careful. It also shows my sincerity. Count Kodor hurriedly explained.

In the face of the enemy who had just fought a few days ago, Yate naturally kept a hand. Before the army marched into the city of Kodor, the task force had lurked in the city to find out the enemy's defenses. Once the Count of Kodor cheats, he immediately led a large army to attack the city.

Art, who already knew the situation in Kodor City, said to Count Kodor: "I understand the sincerity of Lord Count. If I myself take my officers into the city to eat and drink, and put my brothers aside, I am afraid that they will be unhappy. Art turned and forgot a glance at the Wells Legion garrison half a mile away.

"Well, since Lord Art insists on insisting that the Wells Legion be stationed in Kodor, then you must promise me one condition and vouch for it in the honor of the nobles." Count Kodor looked serious, if he did not hand over the city defenses, no progress would be made in the peace talks.

"Your Excellency, Earl, please." Art looked at Angus beside him, turned to Count Kodor and said.

"In order to show my sincerity, after the Wells legion is stationed in the city of Kodor, I can hand over the important points of the city defense to your people to guard, but the Welsh legionnaires are not allowed to move around at will, harass the inhabitants of the city, and are not allowed to burn, kill and loot without your orders. Plus, I can feed your soldiers for free. As long as Lord Art agrees to my terms, the Welsh Legion can follow me into the city at once. ”

"Good! Since the Earl is so sincere, then I will now lead the Welsh Legion into the city. ”

"Order, the whole army enters the city!"

"Yes, sir." With that, Angus rode towards the makeshift camp of the Wells Legion.

When the army arrived at the city, Art ordered the Welsh legionnaires not to disturb the people, burn, kill and loot after entering the city. After arriving at the station, they are not allowed to leave the station without an order, and those who violate the order will be severely punished.

After all, under the leadership of the Earl of Kodor, the Welsh legionnaires marched into the city of Kodor, leaving only a few troops to defend outside the city......