"Hmm—" Ax Shazuo pursed his lips, paused for a few seconds, then laughed and said to Soron, "Since that's the case, it's really a hardship for the General, and the Majesty has misunderstood you. It's not that the General is lax, but there's truly no other way."
"Indeed."
"However, the General need not worry too much." Ax Shazuo smiled brightly and said, "My primary purpose in coming to Reef Rock Castle is to inquire on behalf of His Majesty, and secondly, to assist the General in resolving any potential issues you might face. Didn't you say that the troops are extremely lacking?"
Soron glanced at Ax Shazuo and nodded: "Yes."
"That's perfect. I've brought the reinforcements you need. They're currently stationed outside Reef Rock Castle, not many, just half a regiment—500 people. Indeed, it's a bit sparse, but they're all elite. Among them are 100 Magic Knights, enough to help the General complete the mission to Shalin."
