In the Grand Duke's mansion, Lloyd Astania received the news about the soldiers' decision to surrender.
"What did you say?!" He flew into rage and he almost killed the messenger on impulse.
The messenger didn't dare raise his head. He cowered under Lloyd's terrifying aura as he replied in a shaking voice. "M-My lord, Lucas' army is approaching the estate as we speak…"
Lloyd felt a sense of unease.
"What about the preparations on Thomas' side?" He asked while concealing his agitation.
The messenger quickly responded. "Sir Thomas is awaiting the arrival of Lucas' troops. The soldiers under him are also prepared to fight."
Hearing this, Lloyd was a bit relieved.
Thomas was a Transcendent Knight who had sworn allegiance to him a long time ago. He was also the current 25th in the Astanian Dragon Leaderboard!
Thomas should be able to buy me enough time until reinforcements from His Highness' side will arrive.
