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EP.114 War Preparations (2) 

“Huh? Gerard?” 

“Yes, Your Lordship. I judged that Gerard, the former head of the territory guard, is the right person to lead the thousand-man unit of light infantry.” 

“But didn’t I send him to the ranger corps for corruption? How is he suddenly the commander of the light infantry?” 

“He seems to have turned over a new leaf. He served diligently in the rangers and trained hard. As I was training him, I saw that, despite his size, he moves with incredible agility. He looks fully capable of leading light infantry in guerrilla warfare.” 

Prinz, who had been quietly listening to the briefing next to Yuno, spoke up. 

“Hm~ I heard reports that you purged corrupt officials as soon as you arrived, Yuno. But if he was one of those, wouldn’t he hold a grudge against you? Isn’t there a risk of betrayal?” 

“I don’t think he’s the type to betray us. He once sinned out of greed for wealth, but now he seems genuinely repentant he even humbly declined the offer to be a thousand-man commander when I first suggested it. The other soldiers also highly recommended him.” 

“Brother, as you said yesterday, just as I trust my own subordinates, I want to trust those my subordinates trust. He did wrong, but giving someone a chance to redeem themselves is also the duty of a leader, don’t you think?” 

“If that’s how you feel, Yuno, then I agree. Let’s do it that way.” 

With Prinz’s agreement, the commanders for each unit were decided. 

“Our basic tactics are as follows. First, our headquarters will be set up at the crossroads between Count Graim’s territory and Adria. Sir Cordelia’s cavalry will be split into two units and will continuously scout; as soon as you spot the enemy, send a message to HQ with their location. But! The communication magic tools Isabella made are limited, so do not lose them under any circumstances.” 

“Understood, Captain Mayer.” 

“Next, the heavy infantry led by Macmorin will sortie and attack the enemy in coordination with the cavalry. Gerard’s light infantry will be tasked with reconnaissance during battle, cutting off enemy retreat routes, and pursuing any fleeing soldiers.” 

“Still, don’t spend too much time raiding the supply lines and risk being late for the decisive battle. Make sure you arrive in Windrage territory by the date I’ll give you later.” 

“Yes, Your Highness the Crown Prince.” 

“That wraps up this side... How is the support force for my side organized?” 

“That side is composed more of elite personnel than raw numbers. I’ve arranged roles according to the force structure you provided, but please discuss the details with the local staff.” 

“Good. If I say I planned it with Yuno, the staff shouldn’t object too much.” 

“First, Count Lichtenauer will lead the knights. Our knight corps is absolutely inferior in numbers, but with Count Lichtenauer, who knows what could happen.” 

“Hmph! Don’t worry. Unless the Imperial Guard joins, the enemy only has mid- to low-level knights. I can handle up to ten advanced knights at once, so don’t worry.” 

“The empire’s masters may have claimed injuries to avoid joining, but that could be a ruse don’t trust it too much.” 

“Haha, if that happens, I’ll step in. Teacher? If you need help, just call and I’ll rush over. Hehehe.” 

“...Haha, yes, Your Highness... Thank you for your concern.” 

Lichtenauer couldn’t speak informally or scold Yuno in front of everyone, but he resolved to give his cheeky disciple a proper lesson someday. 

“Teacher? Yuno, did you learn swordsmanship from Count Lichtenauer?” 

“Ah~ well, it’s something like that. A sword is just an extension of the fist, isn’t it? The noble knight’s swordsmanship or my punching it’s all the same.” 

“Haha, that’s true... grrrr...” 

Yuno grinned, while Mayer, worried, turned to Eliza for a special request. 

“...Lady Eliza, please stay by Lord Yuno’s side on the front lines and make sure he doesn’t go out of control. He’ll never just sit in the command post. Last time at Streve, he charged through the gate alone without support I was so shocked.” 

“Yes, Captain Mayer. Don’t worry. He may seem reckless, but he’s actually very thoughtful.” 

‘Thoughtful, huh... More like his “thoughtfulness” is in collecting more women... Damn... If not for my wife, I’d have quit this job long ago... But after she got a taste for gold salaries, she said she’d kill me if I quit... Ugh...’ 

Mayer sighed inwardly, then continued the briefing. 

“Princess Isabella, Princess Marie, you’ll need to block any enemy magic attacks. Prince Prinz suspects that the Imperial Tower Master Jennifer participated in the last great battle. Now that Heinrich is emperor, he’ll surely mobilize the Tower Master.” 

“What!! Jennifer might come?” 

“Oh! Now that you mention it, Count Lichtenauer...” 

Mayer trailed off, remembering that Lichtenauer and Jennifer were married, but Lichtenauer waved it off. 

“Hmph! I divorced that lewd woman and came here. I want nothing to do with a woman who cheats on her husband. I’m done with her.” 

“Ah... yes, understood. Anyway, Princess Isabella, Princess Marie, I’m counting on you.” 

“Don’t worry, Captain Mayer. I’m actually looking forward to facing the Tower Master in a magic duel.” 

Marie also confidently agreed, so Mayer turned to Kurimu and Miruku, who were refilling Yuno’s teacup. 

“Finally, Lady Kurimu and Lady Miruku, I ask you to guard Lord Yuno. With your elven speed, please stay by his side and use spirit magic to block any ranged attacks aimed at him or the others.” 

“Hehe, you’re giving us maid mother and daughter a chance to shine.” 

“Don’t worry Mom and I will absolutely protect Master! And we’ll look after everyone else, too.” 

“Good! Then the expeditionary force is set. Sis, make a few more communication magic tools just in case. Ah! And since Ajin is joining the expedition, will the trolls be okay?” 

“Grr! Lord Yuno, you don’t need to worry about such minor things. My tribe knows it’s much easier living near humans and helping out than struggling every day in the mountains.” 

“Then wouldn’t it be better for your tribe to move into our territory? Surely you have hunters assigned anyway.” 

“The young ones still can’t control their strength or emotions, so living in a human village is a bit much. We’ll adjust gradually.” 

“Alright. You’re the chief, Ajin, so I trust your judgment. Before we leave, visit your tribe and tell whoever’s in charge while you’re gone that I’m counting on them.” 

“Understood, Lord Yuno. Grr! Thank you for always thinking of us.” 

“With that, the unit assignments are done. Tonight! Our army crosses into Graim territory! Rachel, is the bridge construction finished?” 

“Yes, Lord Yuno. We built it connected to the forest upstream, so Graim’s forces haven’t noticed it. The fishermen are working at the Fairy Lake, which has more fish than the Fairy River, so no one has seen it.” 

Yuno smiled in satisfaction at Rachel’s report. 

When the meeting ended, Prinz and Yuno stood up, and Mayer took Prinz’s luggage (and Yunas’s, who had brought it down) to see him off with Yuno. 

“Brother, go ahead. I’ll join you after we take Graim territory probably by tomorrow.” 

“Alright, Yuno. Captain Mayer, take care of the rear.” 

“Don’t worry, Your Highness.” 

“If this succeeds, I may lose the title of Crown Prince, but... before that, I’ll make you a noble, Mayer!” 

“Huh? Ah... I don’t need that, really...” 

Mayer, imagining how much more his wife would nag if she got a taste for status as well as money, shook his head desperately, but Prinz praised his humble subordinate and got into the carriage for the teleportation circle, with Yuno admiring his loyal retainer. 

“Haha, Mayer, my brother says he’ll make you a noble. If this works, I’ll promote you even higher. Isn’t that great?” 

“Ha~ I’m so happy I could cry...” 

‘Damn... I can’t just lose on purpose... I just wanted to live a quiet life in my hometown... What is this...’ 

“Then get the soldiers ready! All the equipment sent from Windrage territory has been distributed, right?” 

Though Mayer grumbled inside, his eyes sharpened at Yuno’s command. 

“Everything’s ready. All troops are waiting at the territory border.” 

“That’s just like you. Good, we march at sunset!” 

“Yes, sir. I’ll obey your orders.” 

Mayer immediately mounted his horse and rode to the troops. 

Yuno, meanwhile, went to say farewell to his women before departing for some time. 

First, he went to Miri’s room. 

She would be a tremendous asset in battle, but if she used her power, her yin energy would rise again, risking a repeat of the last incident. So Yuno decided not to let her fight. 

“Miri, I’ll be back soon, so recover your strength. And if anything happens... escape with my women.” 

“Yes, my lord. I’ll wait, missing you, but I’ll hold on. Please come back safely. And take this...” 

Miri handed Yuno a charm. 

“What’s this?” 

“Hehe, it’s a protective charm I made by gathering my spare energy. Always keep it on your chest don’t take it off.” 

“Got it. Thanks, Miri. I love you~” 

“Yes, my husband... Come back soon~ I’ll pray for you every day.” 

Yuno gave Miri a light kiss and left the room. 

Next, he went to his office, where his three sisters Diane, Hiriya, and Rachel were working. 

As soon as they saw him, they guessed what was happening and teared up. 

“Sisters, please take care of the territory while I’m gone, okay?” 

“We always knew this day would come.” 

“Dear~ You must come back victorious. And when you do...” 

Diane and Hiriya opened their tops and hugged Yuno. 

“When you return, don’t hold back make us your women, okay?” 

“Haha, alright. I’ll definitely take my big sister and... former sister-in-law’s pussies when I get back. Keep them wet and ready! Rachel too!!” 

When Yuno looked at Rachel, Diane and Hiriya’s eyes widened. 

“Yes, Lord Yuno... Rachel’s pussy is yours. Your exclusive secretary slut Rachel will keep it dripping wet for you... Please come back and give me a good pounding♥” 

“W-what! Rachel? You already did it? Without us?” 

“W-we haven’t even done it with Yuno yet!!” 

“Hehe, you sisters haven’t experienced Lord Yuno’s cock yet? Poor things... He left a beautiful mark on my pussy to prove I’m his female. Unlike you two.” 

“Rachel, you...!!” 

As Diane and Hiriya lunged at Rachel, Yuno realized he’d better escape before he got caught and slipped out of the room. 

Finally, Yuno headed to his mother Yuria’s room.