"Ah, this mission is really fatal..." Kordak limped while holding Regnar on his back, while complaining: "You almost led this team into a trap!"
"I'm sorry, Mr. Kordak, I didn't expect Saron to be a quasi-high-level warrior." Alexander said apologetically: "His injury recovered too quickly, completely exceeding my expectations." .”
"Don't you think it's too late to apologize now?" Kordak was reluctant. In fact, he was still very angry. If he and Tamro hadn't been stalking their mercenary team, how could they have been forced into such a dangerous situation? If "Regna" hadn't turned the tide this time, I'm afraid that his Kordak team and the second prince of the empire would have been thrown into a trap by the red flame magician Saron. By then, I'm afraid there would be even more excitement between the two empires.
"I'm sorry, I made a wrong decision this time..." Alexander lowered his head: "Although it didn't cause much damage, my mistake cannot be covered up. After I go back, I will take the corresponding responsibility. I apologize to you. …”
"Okay, Kordak, Alexander is also blaming himself now. Don't blame him anymore." After all, Vera is a woman and has a softer heart, so she opened her mouth to persuade Kordak.
"..." Kordak saw that the second prince of the empire could speak his mind, so he didn't pursue it too much. He just muttered: "Anyway, those who died in the battle were all the young men under your command, not mine. Too big a relationship…”
"They... all died because of me..." Alexander's eyes began to turn red when he thought of this. Although he was tall and strong, Alexander was actually only a seventeen-year-old boy. It was too heavy and cruel for him to let such a half-year-old child bear the responsibility of life.
Kordak turned to look at Alexander, and suddenly stretched out his left hand and slapped Alexander directly on the back of the head like he did to Regnar: "What are you thinking about?"
"It's nothing... I... I'm just a little guilty..."
"Guilt?" Kordak patted him again: "Can guilt be used as food? Can guilt bring your men back to life? What's the use of guilt?"
"..." Alexander didn't know what to do.
"Listen up, kid." Kordak said seriously: "They did die unjustly, but this is not your responsibility alone. You are responsible, Harden is responsible, Saron is responsible, and Stoke people are responsible. I have a responsibility, and I have a responsibility too! And, didn’t you say it before? This is war, and it is impossible for war not to kill people! Even if you die on the battlefield one day, I will not be surprised!"
"That's what you said." Alexander said in a low voice. He started joining the army a few years ago and thought he would no longer cry over the death of his comrades. But in fact, he was far from being indifferent. Because of the critical situation at that time, Alexander persuaded Kordak to leave quickly. But now that he was out of danger, Alexander began to feel depressed because of the deaths of his comrades. Those... are all his subordinates who get along with him day and night, and they are also companions who are willing to sacrifice their lives for him!
"So, do you understand the commander's mission now?" Kordak changed the topic.
“…”
"The commander's mission is to protect as many of his men as possible while completing the mission!" Kordak said seriously: "You can't protect everyone, but you have to protect as many as possible. Go and protect your men. Some of them have died in the battle, but there are more still alive. What you have to consider now is not how to treat the dead, but how to save more of the living!"
"..." Alexander thought carefully about Kordak's words, and then nodded to him seriously: "I understand, Mr. Kordak, thank you!"
"Ah, it's just some of my experience..." Kordak smiled humbly.
"Hey, Kordak, you learned the art of learning now and selling it right away." Vera said with a half-smile. Did she know where this theory came from? A few months ago, Tamro was the first I said this when I asked them for the first time!
"Hehehehe!" Kordak laughed dryly.
"I remember you sabotaged a transport team in Stoke before coming to Pato Town?" Alexander asked.
"Yes, it was that scene. Connor and Jeff..." Kordak's eyes flashed with sadness: "Stoke's pursuit speed completely exceeded previous expectations. In order to stop the pursuit, the two of them …”
"This is a mistake in my intelligence, please don't blame yourself..." Alexander said quickly: "Your command is precise and thoughtful. To be honest, I think there are few people in the entire Hawke Empire who can do a better job than you. "
"Having commanded a mercenary team for several years, I will naturally have some experience in such small-scale battles." Kordak forced a smile.
"So that's it..." Alexander was thoughtful, he turned around and said: "If there is an opportunity in the future, I will definitely recommend you like my father. Mr. Kordak, it would be a pity not to make full use of your talents. ”
"I am happy to serve the Hawke Empire." Kordak did not give in. In fact, he had said so much just to wait for Alexander's words.
"That's great." Alexander nodded.
Several people walked with Regna for three or four hours, and by this time it was already getting dark. Although Alexander and the others were still within the Stoke Empire, they rarely encountered any of Stoke's pursuers along the way. It seemed that Harden's death had paralyzed the Stoke people to a certain extent. But even so, they did not dare to delay at all. This was enemy territory after all, so it was better to leave as soon as possible.
Just when they were about to stop walking, a figure on horseback gradually appeared from the distance.
"Enemy?" Vera tightened her long bow without hesitation.
"Wait, it seems to be Lisanna." Alexander stopped Vera's ready-to-shoot bow and arrow.
"Lisanna?" Kordak and Vera were stunned.
"He is a subordinate of my Golden Eagle Knights. He is following me on a mission this time." Alexander explained. After confirming the identity of the knight, Alexander condensed a beam of fighting spirit in the palm of his hand, and he emitted a weak white light at night. . Although it is not particularly conspicuous, it is enough for the knights who are looking around to find it.
When the knight approached, Kordak and Vera discovered that, as expected, the knight was a woman.
She is not tall, about a little shorter than Annelotte, and has short, soft pink hair. Her appearance is considered to be of high class. Although she is not as good as Annelotte, she is similar to Vera. Compared to her, it's still a lot better, but in terms of figure, Vera can beat her dozens of times.
Kordak looked at Lisanna carefully and then remembered this person. She was the only woman in the knight team brought by Alexander. He had intended to bring her with him during the selection stage.
Because she not only looks good, but also has a very gentle and docile personality, so she is the most suitable person to use as an adjutant or something. But in the end, due to Lisanna's rejection and Vera's murderous gaze, Uncle Kordak finally gave up on his idea.
But now, Kordak understood why Lisanna rejected him. It turned out that she was invited by the tall and handsome prince... Thinking of this, Kordak suddenly felt uncomfortable...
"King... Captain." Lisanna dismounted and saluted. This was a very smooth movement. From this point alone, Kordak could tell that Lisanna was definitely not the kind of vase that looked at but was worthless.
"Okay, Lisanna, now is not the time to worry about this." Alexander quickly helped Lisanna up, and then asked: "Why are you here?"
"I..." Lisanna hesitated for a moment, and then said: "Because I was worried about the safety of the captain... and Mr. Kordak and others, I disobeyed Mr. Just's order and rushed back alone to find your whereabouts. Please punish me, Captain."
"Oh, you know how to take me with you. This Lisanna is quite good at taking care of other people's feelings." Kordak thought to himself, then he smiled and said: "Oh my, Miss Lisanna, it's really nice of you to come and support us." It was too timely, how could Alexander punish you?"
But Lisanna completely ignored Kordak's words and remained half-kneeling there, motionless.
"..." Kordak suddenly felt that his hot face was pressed against a cold butt...
"It is a very serious crime to disobey military orders. I will deal with you when I go back, but now, we need to leave here. Have you brought any emergency supplies?" Alexander asked.
"I only got some dry food from other people... and two horses..." Lisanna stood up and said awkwardly: "I'm sorry, captain, I didn't prepare enough..."
"That's enough! Fortunately, you were prepared!" Alexander patted Lisanna on the shoulder in surprise.
"Being able to serve His Highness is what Lisanna should do!" Lisanna saluted again.
"Put this kid on the horse, my shoulder is almost broken!" Kordak complained as he threw the unconscious Regnar onto the horse. Lisanna saw this and ran over to help.
"Hey, Miss Lisanna, my brother is in a coma now. I'll ask you to take him with you on horseback soon." Kordak said with a harmless smile.
"Huh?" Lisanna was stunned. She looked at a few people, and then said, "Can't you bring me with you?"
"The three of us are all injured, Vera wants to take me..."
"Fuck you, when did I say I would take you?" Vera spat.
Kordak ignored Vera's protest and continued: "His Royal Highness Alexander is also injured at this time and cannot take anyone with him, so you are the most suitable person."
"..." Lisanna looked at Kordak seriously, then turned to look at Alexander.
"Please." Alexander nodded.
"Okay." Lisanna agreed immediately.
"Boy, don't say that the boss didn't take care of you. You turned the tide for us, and the boss immediately sent you a girl. Isn't the benefit enough?" Kordak whispered to the unconscious Regnar.