"Your Grace is indeed a man who understands the bigger picture. Therefore, I propose that to avoid further casualties, we limit this conflict between our two kingdoms to combat below the Domain Level. Neither of us will commit fighters at or above the Domain Level. We shall let the outcome of our legions' battles decide the ownership of these two fortresses. What do you say?"
These words sounded fair, but in reality, they shifted the brutal burden of war onto the common soldiers.
But for the leaders on both sides, this was undoubtedly the best way to avoid a mutually destructive outcome.
"Agreed."
Aiden once again gave his terse agreement.
The agreement was reached.
The main forces of both armies retreated like the tide. The Fiery Sun Kingdom's formations pulled back thirty kilometers. Their banners still flew, but the murderous intent that seemed to burn everything away was gone.
