Mount and Blade

Edward's behavior was too abnormal. If he really betrayed Gulenberudo, how could he miss the opportunity to threaten Gulenberudo by holding him hostage?

But...General Kirsten...what's going on?

Even Hickel, who has always been very perceptive, couldn't figure it out.

Hickel put away her thoughts and secretly swore in her heart that no matter what, she would fight until the last moment by Gulenberudo's side.

Outside the city, Grand Duke He Kun's troops were also reorganizing and getting into formation. The engineering troops had deployed seven artillery pieces that had not been destroyed and were ready to fire at any time.

Looking at the Fire Dragon's Lair where the killing cry was faintly heard, He Kun knew that this was the best time to join forces with Juda and immediately issued the order to attack the city.

"Siege the city!!"

Following He Kun's order, the artillery made a huge buzzing sound, and the shells flew towards the wall of the Fire Dragon's Lair. The soldiers on the city wall took cover one after another, and debris of old masonry and stone scattered everywhere.

Immediately afterwards, the soldiers under the Grand Duke's command swarmed toward the city wall, ladders were set up one by one, and a formal siege began.

The situation was critical. Under the command of Hickel, the soldiers of the Fire Dragon's Lair raced against time to make defensive arrangements. They carried huge stones and fortified the battlements. When the people in the city heard that the Grand Duke had decided to defect to Judah, they spontaneously set up obstacles in the city and acted as civilian archers on the city wall preparing to shoot.

At the same time, traps were cleverly set up in various bastions in the city, sown with caltrops, arranged with snagging ropes, and a large amount of asphalt and fuel oil were prepared in case of emergency.

——Inside the castle tower of Fire Dragon's Lair.

Gulenberudo was lying on the bed in the bedroom specially made for him, and his body had been fixed with large and small splints and bandages.

The military doctor said that he needed to rest for about half a month before he could get out of bed and walk, but just listening to the buzzing of artillery outside the city, his desire to face Edward again on the battlefield could not be calmed down.

The battlefield is his destination, Gurung Berudo thought.

How could he lie here comfortably at such a critical moment! Can Hickel really handle it on his own? Obviously in the past, the three of them acted together... but now...

...Edward! !

...What is going on?

Gulenberudo really couldn't figure it out. Could it be that he was threatened by the Grand Duke? Or should I say...

Gulenberudo was caught up in the memories of his previous conversation with General Kirstin.

"...The Grand Duke is very likely to be the real culprit in the serial murder case." Kirsten said, looking at his expression, he was very sure.

"...Then what exactly are we protecting? Whether it's this country or for the Grand Duke...it's all insignificant. I think it's enough as long as Grant's people are not persecuted by Judah. "Gulomberudo has always been simple-minded. For him, it is enough to be able to swing the hammer freely on the battlefield.

But...the premise is to protect the safety of those behind you.

"...The Grand Duke is hopeless. Only you can save this country, Gruenberg." Kirstin's eyes were burning, as if he wanted Gruenberg to shoulder this important responsibility.

"...It's such a good time right now."

Co-authoring the Grand Duke's announcement of unknown intentions, Kirstin is also convinced that Gullenberg must be the best candidate to sit on the throne.

"No...General, I..." Gulenberudo was about to refuse, but was interrupted by Kirstin.

"You don't have to answer me now, Gulenberudo, you just need to know that this is our last chance to save Grant. The Archduke's perverse behavior has left this country riddled with holes, and we can no longer sit idly by." Kirstin There was unquestionable determination in his eyes.

Gulumberudo fell into deep thought. He thought of the fighting on the battlefield over the years, the brothers who died, and the innocent people affected by the war.

Is the source of all this really the Grand Duke? If this is the case, then what does his loyalty mean?

Gulenberudo had a troubled expression on his face. He never liked to deal with things that used his brain. Only the battlefield is his destination. He just needs to wave his hammer to kill the enemy without thinking about anything...

"But... I think only Edward can take on this important task, general." Gulenberudo's troubled face suddenly relaxed, and he could just leave all the trouble to Edward.

Gulenberudo knew that he was not the material to become a king, he was just a reckless man who longed to water his body with blood.

What's more, the "dragon" will not live in a gorgeous cage with restraints. It is born to live as it pleases, without restraint...

Kirstin frowned slightly when he heard Gulenberudo's words, with a hint of imperceptible disappointment in his eyes. "Edward... he is certainly excellent, but he is too indecisive. And his recent behavior makes me a little unsure of his attitude. After all... the Grand Duke is also his father."

"...This conversation must be avoided to avoid suspicion. It's best not to let him know about it. If the Grand Duke notices it, it will be in trouble."

"...Today's situation is urgent. We need a decisive and authoritative leader, and you, Gulenberudo, are undoubtedly the most suitable candidate."

Gulenberudo shook his head, "General, I don't know about political intrigues. I only know about fighting. Edward is very thoughtful and must have his own plans. Besides, I have been with him for fourteen years. We can't It’s so easy to doubt him.”

Kirsten just looked at Gullenberg in silence, stroking his beard and sighed.

"Sigh... I hope so."

Pulling back his thoughts, Gulenberudo struggled to sit up, but there was a heartbreaking pain from the wound, making him grit his teeth.

Gulenberudo looked out the window, his eyes full of desire for battle.

Edward...are you really more partial to the Grand Duke? Yes, after all, that is your biological father. Compared with it, we are simply...

Gulenberudo clenched his fists, did you choose to stand opposite me after all?

At this time, the door of the room was pushed open violently, and a soldier ran in panting, "Report, Mr. Shikel asked me to tell you that the enemy's offensive is fierce, and we are temporarily holding it. However, Shikel's thousand men I hope you can appear on the city wall to boost morale and deter..."

Before the soldier could finish speaking, Hickel appeared in the room. After thinking about it, she decided to check on Gulenberudo's condition first.

"Gulenberudo, can you still..." Hickel looked at him with a worried face. Although he tried his best to stay calm, there was still a trace of imperceptible panic in his eyes.

"Fire Dragon's Lair" is now on the verge of collapse, on the verge of life and death.