Chapter 77 : The Plea for Peace
Word Number:217
Author:苍渊之握
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Release Time:2026-02-24
The news of the Nord army storming into Nagil sent shockwaves through the Golden Axe Hall. Yet, when pressed for a strategy, the stifling silence of the courtiers only stoked Lahmus’s rage. Amidst the Duke’s blistering rebukes, a suggestion finally emerged: the troops stationed on the flanks of Birno could attempt a diversion, while Tim should be reinstated to lead the main host in a decisive battle against Nord. Before Tim could arrive, however, the Nord army had already crushed Bersler’s forces and driven that commander to his grave. After a brief respite, Lendman issued orders for a general engagement, intent on pushing the Nagil defense sector to total collapse. During the advance, Lendman encountered and took in a shattered band of Pandir mercenaries. Their captain explained that since their failure at Salades, they had faced nothing but hostility from Voxmire; some of their comrades had even been executed by the very soldiers they were hired to protect. They sought Nord's sanctuary. In gratitude, the Pandir served as guides and, in the ensuing battles, used a ruse of "surrender" to help Nord seize a key border outpost. They appeared beneath the ramparts, hoisting their weapons as if seeking refuge. But the moment the gates groaned open, the Pandir turned feral, falling upon the Voxm