Chapter 51: Showdown on the Northern Highlands
Word Number：246
Author：苍渊之握
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Release Time：2026-02-24
On the very same day, Jacotis received two significant pieces of news. First, a royal decree from the Lord arrived, granting him broader powers to ensure his actions remained flexible and efficient. Second, a group of fleeing civilians had halted near the blockade, hoping—after some persuasion from the soldiers—to receive the Nor Lord’s clemency. Winmisit was once again ordered to lead a team of medics and soldiers, carrying medicine and grain into the somewhat chaotic camp. By nightfall, the camp was brilliantly lit by bonfires; for the first time in a long while, the displaced people felt the warmth of safety and a full stomach. Soon after, another Nor squad arrived with tents and established a secure perimeter around the site. When Jacotis entered the camp to meet with the civilian representatives, cheers shattered the long-held silence. It was a promising sign that the issues could be resolved swiftly. However, the following days were consumed by the tedious task of verifying identities. Officials soon learned that fugitives and Worksmile spies had infiltrated the civilian ranks. During this time, a group attempted to flee under the cover of night. The sound of their heavy footsteps alerted the camp, and the swaying lanterns ahead acted as beacons, betraying their flight. Upon hearing the news, Jacotis issued fresh orders. He dispatched a light unit to flank a small hill in the rear, preventing the bandits from vanishing back into the dense forest, while the main for
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