Lord of the North

The Baria Pass is a gateway between the White Sword Province and the Jalan Province. Usually there are only 2,000 troops stationed there, but now this pass is full of soldiers.

Even the original barracks could no longer accommodate so many people, causing them to set up simple tents in the open space.

Soldiers with dignified expressions stood on the wall of the pass. Although they were all veterans of the Baijian Province, they had not actually been on the battlefield many times.

Even most of them only participated in some bandit suppression operations, but today or tomorrow, they will soon go to the battlefield.

Looking south on the wall of the pass, one can vaguely see the outline of a large military camp, which are their compatriots, soldiers from the Jalan province.

Now they are about to become their enemies on the battlefield, which makes these soldiers feel uneasy.

Because many people don't know exactly what happened, and the soldiers of the upper echelons of the kingdom basically don't have access to it. Even if there are hearsay news, they are mostly guesses.

They were just ordinary soldiers who came after receiving orders.

"Atum, my child, are you really determined to follow that adult?"

On the tower at the top of the pass, a man followed by two strong guards slowly walked to Atum's side. He looked deeply at the faint outline of the military camp in the distance, and his voice Can't hear any mood swings.

His name is Leah Yuri, the patriarch of the Yuri family, the previous king of Lopez, the earl conferred by Jason's grandfather himself, a powerful lord, and the strength of his territory ranks among the top in the entire north of Lopez Ten great nobles.

At the same time, he is also Atum's father-in-law, and he played an important role in Atum's mastery of the entire White Sword Province.

The most important thing is that Earl Yuri has only one daughter, which means that his title will fall to Atum's son sooner or later.

"Ah, it's confirmed." Atum nodded slightly with his arms folded, and replied in a very relaxed tone, but he didn't turn around to look at his father-in-law.

There was a moment of silence after that, the old earl's expression didn't seem to change, he was still so calm.

"My child, what are you going to do then?"

After a while, the old earl broke the silence. He turned his head slightly and looked at the son-in-law who made him very satisfied and loved him very much.

Because the members of Yuri's family are thin, he is the only one in his generation, and his next generation has only one daughter, so he has always regarded Atum as his son.

And Atum's current residence is also the property of the Yuri family. Although he planned to buy a house to live in, he was stopped because the old count told him that everything would belong to him after his death.

He just wants someone to be by his side now.

"I just need to obey the adults' arrangements. We don't need to worry about the rest, otherwise it will easily disrupt the adults' plans."

Atum smiled and turned around to look at the old count, and said softly, "Go back and rest, this front line is really not suitable for you."

"Okay, pay attention to your own safety."

The old earl took a deep look at him, then nodded, turned around and left with his guards.

"It's a matter of success or failure."

After watching the old earl leave, Atum turned around again, staring solemnly at the army in the distance. They had already established simple fortifications.

And slowly gathering the army, as if planning to fight with the army of Baijian Province, if it is not the opponent, then withdraw behind the fortifications of the barracks.

"Let the soldiers gather immediately after eating, and we will leave the city after getting ready."

Atum took a deep breath, his eyes gradually became firm, and finally a trace of ruthlessness flashed, and he gave an order to a commander on the side without looking back.

"Yes, my lord!"

The commander lowered his head in agreement, then turned and left. At an angle that Atum couldn't see, the corner of the commander's mouth curled up in excitement,

It seems to be excited for the next battle.

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On the other side, Jason personally brought 16,000 troops to the junction of Lucca Province and Jalan Province. He was accompanied by Lancelot, Hassan, and Gareth.

It's just that Roland and Langnart were not in the team, and they might have been sent to other places, because there were still 6,000 troops in Hierro province going upstream, and it might be a bit difficult to manage them by Lan Maloch alone.

Because Yero Province has just experienced battles and purges, many middle and high-level generals have been dismissed, and the newly appointed generals are not yet familiar with their own positions, and there are even a number of vacancies. The enforcement of military orders is really not enough.

Jason's army passed through a piece of hills, and the march was difficult, so Jason directly ordered to set up camp here temporarily, waiting for the next order.

During the break, Viscount Leon came to Jason with some hesitation, and said hesitantly: "Your Highness, are you so relieved to hand over to that guy Atum at the Baria Pass?"

In fact, he was a representative elected by the nobles who supported Jason first. After all, his daughter was a little close to Gareth.

Although Gareth hasn't expressed it yet, it seems to them that it will happen sooner or later.

"He has joined us now, and he can be regarded as your colleague. How can you have so little confidence in him?"

After listening to his words, Jason immediately understood the concern of these people, and was a little dumbfounded.

They had clearly expressed their thoughts, and told Jason without hesitation that they were a little worried that Atum would lead his army to renege.

"We don't have any other intentions. We just feel that the power you gave him is a bit too big. He can control a front alone. If he reneges on the battle, our Lucca province will be exposed to their fangs without protection." .”

The Viscount Lyon sighed, and he didn't intend to make insinuations. He directly expressed his thoughts. Now they have been labeled as Jason.

"Relax, we have to believe in Atum's character. You all know that he is an uncompromising warrior. How could he do such a thing?" Jason waved his hand, seemingly trusting Atum's character.

"What's more, Zola's father is his savior." He slowly raised his head and said with strange eyes.

"Yes...is it?"

Seeing Jason's eyes, the Viscount Lyon suddenly felt apprehensive, and his speech was a little awkward.