"Yes, yes, I understand." Hugo also knew how merciful Count Laine was for pardoning these bandits. All the surrendered bandits swore to serve the Count with their lives.
In the morning, a sharp pounding sound echoed from the watchtower within the town, as a soldier used an iron hammer to strike the tower's bell.
"Deng~Deng~Dong~"
"All troops assemble!" The knights shouted loudly.
Outside the town, an army of fifteen hundred was rapidly gathering. Several hundred spearmen had all equipped their shields, the crossbowmen were ready to go, and the swordsmen were raring to fight. Bright armor, raised military flags, the infantry were all prepared, eager for war, longing for loot, and hoping to be promoted to sergeant.
Veronica appeared with over a dozen witch apprentices at a corner of the grand army. For these witch apprentices, the war was also a rare opportunity for practical experience. Veronica knew well that for most witch apprentices, battle was the fastest way to be promoted.
