Her Majestic Battle Cry

Chapter 1364 noveldrama

Thomas had already received word from his scouts. Several mysterious groups had gathered outside Nerovia and were now heading toward Valken.

Long before this, he had received a report from Jacob. Jacob had warned him that Yuvan might feign surrender to lure them into the city for a trap, and then spring an ambush from within.

Thomas knew well that Yuvan was nothing more than a pawn in Nicholas‘ game.

With years of experience in intelligence and espionage, Thomas could piece together the situation with just a few key bits of information and devise a strategy accordingly.

Homer and Felix had initially remained in the capital, but yesterday they had suddenly moved to join him outside Valken. Thomas had been surprised at first–after all, the capital should have been the most dangerous place. Why would the two of them be sent here?

Felix explained that Carissa’s mentor, Adrian, the leader of the Pathfinders Guild, had come to the capital, bringing with him many martial artists to aid their cause. After hearing that, Thomas felt relieved.

Typically, martial artists stayed out of political affairs, but if rebels threatened the peace, they would intervene. This had happened before.

Thomas didn’t know much about others, but he was familiar with Adrian. The man was wise and brave, and highly skilled in the ways of the Ingenium Order a faction renowned for their mastery of mechanical devices, traps, and innovative weaponry. He was particularly adept with mechanical weapons and contraptions, and he was the one who had improved the six–barreled matchlock.

With Adrian in the capital, Nicholas‘ plans were bound to fail.

Two days later, just as Jacob had predicted, someone from the city walls of Valken called out to Thomas and his troops.

“General Farrell, we have captured the traitors Prince Yuvan and Prince Harvey. Many officials and soldiers were misled by them, and they never intended to rebel. They have admitted their mistakes and only wish to atone and contribute. We ask that you come into the city and discuss terms, General Farrell.”

The speaker was Samson, Fiona’s older brother.

Through his long–range telescope, Thomas saw Wayne standing next to Samson.

Both Yuvan and Harvey were bound, with a large blade at their necks. Behind them stood several formidable soldiers. The two of them looked utterly disheveled, their hair tangled, clothes askew, as though they had just endured a struggle. Harvey’s face bore clear finger marks, while Yuvan’s face had a few bruises.

However, through his telescope, Thomas could see clearly that these injuries were faked. He was a master of disguising injuries himself, and he could easily see through such a ruse.

He handed the telescope to Felix, who glanced through it and smiled faintly. “It couldn’t be more fake.”

“Mr. York was right,” Homer muttered. “How is he so sharp?”

Thomas chuckled. “Mr. York’s certainly clever, but the real issue is that their internal unity is crumbling. Prince Nicholas wants to absorb Prince Yuvan’s power.”

“Despicable,” Felix sneered. “Trying to take advantage without lifting a finger. Are we really going to enter the

city? Even if it’s a feigned surrender, we can’t do nothing. If we do, it’ll look like we reject their surrender entirely.

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“General Murray has already sent some troops to lie in wall near the main road. If they think they can pull off an attack from both inside and outside, they’re dreaming,” Homer added.

Thomas took a deep breath, raising his voice for them to hear. “If they surrender, then bring them out of the city. We’ll detain them for now. His Majesty’s orders are clear–hose who surrender will be treated with leniency.”

Entering the city was necessary, but not just yet.

By now, Yuvan and his group probably believed reinforcements would arrive soon. What they didn’t know was that the fighting had likely already begun elsewhere.

Samson naturally wouldn’t agree to hand over the prisoners right away. He shouted back, “We’ll hold the traitors here until you receive an official royal edict from His Majesty, General Farrell. Once you have the edict, we’ll hand them over. To show our sincerity, we’ll open the gates. You may lead your army into the city.”

“I’ll send someone for the royal edict, but first, you must hand Prince Yuvan over to us. We’ll take custody of him. How can I trust you won’t trap us inside the city and lock the gates once we’ve entered? The traitor must be in our hands before we move forward,” Thomas replied.

On the city tower, Yuvan frowned. He turned to Wayne and whispered, “He’s not falling for it. What’s our next move?”

“I’ll talk to him and try to convince him,” Wayne replied.

“Can you persuade him?” Yuvan studied Wayne, a strange unease creeping over him. His absolute trust in Wayne from the past now seemed to waver just a little.

He couldn’t put his finger on why, but something felt off.

Yet, as he thought it over, there was no way Wayne would betray him. They had been planning this together for years. Now, with Nicholas and the Spencer family’s support, their chances were at least higher than they had been before.

“Fine. Find a neutral location, one that feels safe for both sides, and convince him.” Yuvan finally agreed. “But it has to be quick. We must trap them in Valken City for a fight. If they scatter outside, we’ll face endless trouble.”