Until he got back on horseback and instinctively continued to lead the troops towards Babbling City to the northwest, Eric's mind hadn't fully grasped the situation.
It's not that he's dull-witted. As one of Lucius's few trusted aides in the Northeast Diocese, Eric is not only not stupid but also quite adept in military matters. Although there's a gap compared to his boss, he is definitely considered a general talent.
That's precisely why he couldn't understand the other party's actions just now. Not at all!
He had already received the news that Babbling City was currently engaged in battle with the Sumerian main forces, so it's natural that the red-haired Orc, who is said to be quite adept at warfare, would know as well. Even the latter could guess with his backside what Eric's twelve hundred cavalry are here for.
