Chapter 352: The Awe Inspiring Brother

As expected they wouldnt let us take it so easily huh.

The sky above Oster plain.

Marquis Greisners Dragon Knights led by Katrina were observing the situation from midair.

They were instructed to secure a key location of the battlefield, Mt. Haina before the main armys arrival but the enemy has already set up their base there.

Katrina was told to immediately withdraw if the task is impossible so she ordered her men to fall back immediately as her unit is not nearly enough to take on the enemy base.

However, the United Kingdoms Dragon Knights are not so sweet that they would allow them to scout the place as they pleased.

From the mountain, Black Flying Dragons rose to the sky one after another.

The Black Dragon Knights

Katrina muttered as he turned her back away from them.

She knew that this is not the time to fight them yet.

The other side should understand that as well.

They dont seem to want to pursue them seriously.

You are an eyesore so leave. Thats the meaning behind their sortie.

She wanted to conduct a detailed reconnaissance before the battle if possible but she had no choice but to give up.

However, something entered Katrinas sight. A Black Dragon Knight is rushing toward their direction.

Hes a middle-aged man with a characteristic black beard.

A man who if not for the fact that he is riding a dragon, would be mistaken for a pirate or a bandit.

Thinning down some enemy Dragon Knights here is not bad at all!

Saying so, he rushes toward one of them.

Without even an intention to adjust their formation, a smile escaped Katrina because of Rogers charge.

Katrina already heard information about this Black Dragon Knight so she immediately recognized him.

As expected of the Captain of the Black Dragon Knight, Roger-dono. You are as bold as I heard.

Your head is mine! Female Dragon Knight!

But our Dragon Knight wont lose to you either you know?

Katrinas relaxed attitude came from the fact that she has a strong ally on her side as well.

A lightning strike came down from the sky.

It was aimed at Rogers exact position.

However, Roger parries it away with his greatsword.

So you came after all huh! Finn Brost!!

With a happy smile on his face, Roger rises toward the descending White Dragon Knight, Finn.

Defeating you here is not bad either!

If you can do it then try me!

Roger smiled as he parried Finns lightning strike.

Every lightning strike was aimed at Rogers vitals. His accuracy is incomparable to before.

Finn is getting even stronger.

Normally, that would be problematic for Roger but he is happy about that growth instead.

No one in the United Kingdom could rival Roger in the sky. William is a part of the Royal Family so he is not someone that Roger can find a chance to fight so easily.

For Roger, Finn is a rival that he finally discovered. If he is getting even stronger then all the better.

Besides, it wasnt just Finn who got stronger.

Dont you think that you will be safe if you keep the distance like before alright!!

Roger said and pulled out the magic wand from his back.

It was the magic wand he stole in the earlier battle.

Since it was already dismantled and the internal analysis was completed, it was entrusted to Roger after reassembling.

There was not enough time for them to make a duplicate so this is the only magic wand on the United Kingdoms side.

The strongest weapon was given to their strongest warrior.

Roger is now capable of fighting at long-range.

However.

That much wont change anything!!

Finn shot several lightning strikes at Roger while avoiding the incoming fireballs.

Unlike the magic wand used by the Falcon Knights, what Finn is wielding is the type-62 magic wand that was originally a custom-made prototype designed for the Imperial Family.

In addition, Finn possesses enough magic power to master it.

There is no one on par with Finn in a magic wand battle in the sky.

Finn evaded Rogers aim while moving at high speed and returned fire many times the number of fireballs Roger fired at him.

In response, Roger parries them away with the greatsword in his left hand.

The exchange that intended to finish each other off continued for a while.

Katrina and her men continued to withdraw and even the other Black Dragon Knights could not join in as their levels were just too different.

In this sky, only the two of them can fly freely through it.

Their offense and defense seemed to last forever.

However, the two suddenly took a distance.

Hmph! It seems that we will have to settle this in the real battle huh.

It seems so.

Saying so, the two turned their eyes downward.

There were two cavalry corps approaching each other.

One is led by Gordon from the east.

Another is being led by Leo from the west.

The cavalry separated from the main army leaving both of their armies behind.

Seeing their arrival, Roger and Finn returned to their respective base.

Because they knew.

The protagonists of this battle are not them.

Its been a long time. Gordon-aniue.

Long time no see. Leonard.

Gordon and Leo came forward without any escort and exchanged their greeting.

If they unsheath their sword here, they are within the range to cut each other down.

However, neither of them does that.

This will be a decisive battle that will decide the fate of the north. Im sure that a lot of blood will flow today.

Right.

If you still have the Imperial Familys sense of responsibility then please surrender.

Surrendering is too late now right? Besides, I am the one who has the upper hand here.

Fighting..and fighting..just what are you trying to accomplish here?

To reign over the Empire and conquer the continent. You are a stepping stone for that ambition. A page in my war record.

..

Leo didnt say anything back.

He knew that his brother has always relied on violence.

However, he was not someone who is so blind to his surroundings like this.

Is it because of time? Or is it because of his environment?

While looking at his changed brother, Leo slowly unsheathed his sword.

Do you still remember? A long time ago, you were the one who taught me the sword.

You were pretty persistent back then. No matter how many times I beat you down you kept coming back up.

Back then you praised me for that. You scolded me to not give up and waited for me to stand up every time I fell.

Gordon also pulls out his sword.

Tension ran in both armies.

However, no one moves.

No, none of them could move.

If they suddenly move then they might accidentally start the battle.

And they knew that the commanders of both armies do not wish for that.

This is their last conversation.

It was already certain that they can not back down anymore.

Gordon-aniue..I always respected you for taking lead on the battlefield. But it was not because of how strong you are. I respected you because I believed that you will always do everything in your power to protect your allies no matter the situation.

I was a general. But now its different! I will become an emperor!

I used to look up to you as my elder brother. You were awe-inspiring. Butyou are no longer the old you!

Leo slowly takes a stance with his sword.

Gordon also raised his sword up.

Leo never expected him to obediently surrender.

The time for that has already passed.

Still, he wanted him to surrender. Considering the amount of blood that will flow today, it was for the best.

The older brother he used to see off from the castle as he gallantly march to battle is no more.

The older brother who led many soldiers in battle and returned triumphantly.

The older brother who everyone praised for his bravery.

The older brother who everyone praised for his military achievements.

The older brother who proudly boasted the wound he took to protect his subordinate is no longer here.

Gordon.I WILL KILL YOU!!

IF YOU CAN DO IT THEN COME AT ME!!

Their swords collide with a high-pitched sound that echoed through the battlefield.

With a strong blow, their swords bounced off each other, creating a distance between them.

It is a gap that will never be bridged.

Their path is already divided.

If Gordon is saying that he has no intention to fulfill the responsibilities of the Imperial Family or even show a little shred of conscience.

Then there is no other option but to cut him down.

No matter how much blood will be shed.

The two glared at each other and fell back to their base.

The negotiations broke down.

It would not be strange for the battle to start at any time.

However, even after two days, nothing happened.

Both sides waited for the arrival of their infantry.

Gordons army totaled 60,000.

35,000 of them which is the combination of the Imperial Army and the noble army are standing by at the plain.

The other 25,000 which is the joint army of the United Kingdom and the Dominion are waiting on Mt. Haina.

Leonards army totaled 40,000.

All of them set up camp on the plain.

Gordon has both the number and geographical advantages.

Thats why everyone thought that they wouldnt make the first move.

However, Leo traces a certain route with his finger while looking at the map.

Further north of Mt. Haina. There is another big mountain there.

It was not selected as a battlefield because there is a torrential river there that divides the east and the west.

If Gordon chose that place then Leo would have to cross that torrential river and Leo wouldnt accept such an unfavorable battlefield.

Thats why Gordons side did not station any men there.

After all, they have already thoroughly examined that place and judged that it would be impossible for a large army to cross such a violent river.

However, Char told Leo something.

The flow of that river is irregular and once every few days there will be a time where its torrent will weaken.

With a small smile on his face, Leo notified the entire army.

Prepare for battle. We are going to war.

It will take two days to cross the river and get behind Gordons army.

With a grin on his face, Leos sight was set beyond Gordons army.

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