"It went very well, host. In her mind, Carrie said in a slightly excited tone. Carrie cares more about another gain than winning the war. "You've caught this magician who has locked you. When we go back, we should be able to smoothly analyze how this lockdown is constructed and how it can be removed. Based on this, it means that it is difficult for the gods of the star field to pose a deadly threat to you anymore. ”

If they couldn't tell how the so-called "magic lock" was used before, now they already know it. The problem lies with Ylan. The captured Bernando had never seen Aerufat, not even Sylvania, and it was impossible for him to use magic to lock Aerufat. And unlike previous estimates, Bernando didn't know how to cut off this "lock".

Ashrufat has been in Purple Stone for some time. The reason why he stayed here was because he still needed to know the situation in another part of the road for the time being, and at the same time clean up the battlefield. The problem of dealing with the aftermath of the battle was quite serious, because due to the Holy Water, the number of his undead legions was greatly reduced after the battle. Despite the best efforts of the Dark Mages, too many undead have been destroyed too badly to be exploited again.

Of course, Ashrufat didn't need to worry about anyone daring to attack him now. In this decisive battle, Ryan's army was almost completely annihilated. The losses of the Ryan people in this battle, it will take them at least ten years to make up. At least for a long time, Aerufate will no longer have to worry about the Ryan attacking him, and may never even have to worry about it.

"Lord Duke, the latest situation has arrived. The details are contained in this letter. "A subordinate brought news for him. "It is already certain that the Belu Force, led by General Beller, has retreated along the same route. A large number of discarded items were found on the way, and it seems that they have retreated at full speed and should have arrived in Mir City by now. I suggest," the black mage hesitated. "If you want that city...... It's best to take advantage of this opportunity ......"

"I'm just making sure. Ashruphat replied lightly. The news was completely expected, and he also felt that Bayral would definitely do something, but he didn't expect it to be a quick retreat. Theoretically, without magical communication, it would have taken a short time for the results of the Purple Stone Battle to reach Beller's ears, but Beller was clearly better informed than expected, and he was already oiled on the soles of his feet by noon, when the battle here at Purple Stone was in full swing.

If Bayrell wasn't in charge of the city's defenses, he might have tried to see if he could take the city down. But since it's Bayer, forget it. Mill City wasn't a key factor for him anyway. Expanding a little territory and taking on more onerous defensive responsibilities was not cost-effective for him, who already had a vast and sparsely populated Sivania.

"Is the process over?" Ashrufat asked the other subordinates beside him. After this battle, he received a large number of prisoners, as well as a mountain of various weapons and equipment. These things are not of much use to the undead legions, but they are also valuable goods.

"It's almost done. One of his subordinates replied. "However, it will be necessary to mobilize some manpower other than the undead legion. But these are small things, just leave it to us. ”

"Well, if you don't have manpower, go to Damon. Ashrufat replied. "Go ahead and get busy. I hope that all the work can be done today and go back tomorrow. ”

The subordinates are leaving soon, and they have a lot of work to do. Ashrufat stood here alone. This is a small hillside on the edge of the battlefield, surrounded by large bushes with some blue and white flowers dotted among the vibrant bush leaves.

"Did I win?" he muttered to himself in a voice that he could only hear.

"You win, master. You've destroyed the enemy's main force and found the key to fighting the 'Magic Lock'! If you're not convinced, look around and look at the sky, the white clouds, the mountains, and the green grass. It's proof that you're alive! You've won!"

"I've won! I've won!" Ashruphat suddenly let out a cry from his chest. His hands clenched into fists and slammed into a nearby branch. The twig shook a little, unloaded his fist, and returned to its original form.

It was as if he had never felt this way all along. When I was with Thomas, I seemed to have won a lot of battles at that time, but not once. The same is true when you are the boss of the green skins. It's as if I'm feeling excited everywhere in my body and want to vent in some way.

"Because this time, it's a real victory. 'Victory' does not mean defeating the enemy, but achieving the goal. In her mind, Carrie explained softly. "You should want to go back now, right?"

"Go back?"

"Go home. Carrie said. "Go back to your castle. There, someone is waiting for you. ”

Someone is waiting for me...... Ashrufat unconsciously looked into the distance. Of course, because of the distance, even his vision could not see the Dark Castle. Then he suddenly understood what the excitement in his heart was. He was desperate to tell someone that he had won...... Maybe it's one or two people.

......

“...... Luckily, the vampires followed the tradition of letting their recorders leave the battlefield. This leaves us with a valuable first-hand account of this war. so that the process of this war can be completely left for posterity to observe......"

“...... From today's point of view, taking into account all aspects, we can clearly see that although the Ryan people have a large army, this decisive battle is not the time. General Belle's detour from the path was bold and ingenious, but it did not deal a serious blow to the undead legion's own military strength, nor did it get a response from the Bin. On the surface, it seems that it has already occupied a huge advantage, but in fact it has not yet been able to turn a strategically advantageous situation into an absolute superiority on the battlefield. Suppose Leto can delay a little longer, and assuming that Leto is able to send a medium-sized reinforcement to Bayer...... Perhaps the worst outcome will be very different. Of course, history does not allow for assumptions ......"

“...... Despite Beller's best efforts to advise Leto, in the end, Leto was determined to fight the vampires because of his underestimity and greed for merit. However, as it is known, Leto may have had a certain talent in governing and strategic vision, but it was the first time that he commanded a battle. He made all the mistakes a novice could make......"

“...... The knights are attacking with all their might, trying to make their way out of the fragile zombies. Unfortunately, Leto's formation did not take advantage of the Knights' strengths, leaving enough space for the Knights to spread out and make the Knights unable to fully exploit the power of the charge. The battle eventually turned into a stalemate...... Then the other undead legions came up and besieged the valiant knights from all sides......"

"Fought to the bottom...... Only a handful of people escaped the massacre. Leto is one of those lucky ones. His life was bought with the lives of countless Ryan Knights......"

—Excerpt from "The War of Sivania"

"General, General!" Robin shouted excitedly as he ran in. In the room, Bayral was holding a pen looking for something on the map, and when he saw Robin coming in, Bayral put down the pen and straightened up.

"What's the matter, Robin, what's the good news?"

"General, the scout has reported that the vampires have led the undead army back to Sivania. Robin said with some excitement. "This information has been repeatedly reconnoitred and repeatedly confirmed, and it is absolutely correct. ”

"Huh...... It was exactly as I expected...... He's a smart guy and wouldn't take the risk...... But Robin, we must not let up. The scouts were informed to step up reconnaissance, and our side was to speed up the work and complete all the fortifications needed for the defense of the city. ”

"There's even better news, Your Excellency. ”

"Better news?"

"General Belle, I have received orders from the king!"

"Which king?" Beller frowned.

"Two kings, General. The merits you claim to have made in this war have been recognized by both kings. When Robin said this, he could clearly see an indescribable smile on Beller's face.

"You have been appointed lord of Arel City, and have been given a lifetime honorary position of court advisor to Ryan. In addition, there may be a bounty. ”

"What is that place?" asked Beller. "Pretty familiar. ”

"On the border between the two countries, it is now considered a disputed area. That's a rich territory...... However, if the canonization is given to you, I believe that there will be no dispute between the two countries over the ownership of the city for the time being. Robin said excitedly. "It is said that the commercial tax alone will provide you with more than 6,000 gold coins every year. It's a pity that it's not a hereditary domain...... The specific documents have not yet arrived, but the news has been sent via a magical teleportation. ”

"Anything else?"

"Well, the latest news. The Ryan have issued an order that Leto must take full responsibility for the defeat. He was stripped of his dukedom and confiscated a large portion of his private wealth. In addition, we will soon be reinforced by a Ryan army to strengthen the defenses here and ensure that the vampires do not take the city...... By the way, there is the last news...... Your Majesty our King may be calling you back soon. Heard...... The situation in our north-west is a bit tense...... Once again, the barbarians will attack, possibly bypassing the White Keep invasion. Therefore, His Majesty the King is anxious to let you go back. ”