Narissa From the West Coast
If Regis feels that its alright
Altina sat back on the chair while still having a worried look.
Jero continued looking at the map.
Have you decided the unit composition yet?
I just need a hundred knights for escort, and also carriages to transport provisions. I will just sit on the carriage.
Altina tilted her head.
That white carriage?
I think its better for Clarisse to use it, since she has to follow you.
Is that so
Altina sneaked a look at Clarisse.
However, right now she would not say anything at all and will stand as still as a doll.
Jero stood up from the chair.
Alright, one hundred n is it? I will go pick a hundred n who wont bring sha even if they go out to sea.
Please choose calm and reasonable people ?
Ha! My subordinates are all gentlen! If you can get them to listen!
At least choose those who would not draw their sword without orders.
Kukuku
Jero went out with an evil grin.
Altina shrugged her shoulders.
Hes a little too hasty. The eting isnt over yet.
Is there sothing else?
Not at all Will it really be fine, Regis?
I dont want to die yet, so I will avoid doing dangerous things. Have so faith in .
Altina stared at him while biting her lips. She looked just like a child who got separated from her parents.
Even though she turned fifteen, an adult, a few days ago, she still showed her childish side from ti to ti.
I will go and find you imdiately after I greet the commander of Le Troyeti fort.
Ahh, even though I said that we are splitting up, it would probably only take a day.
Uuh At least ride a horse so that you can escape when youre in danger. I have taught you before.
Youre worrying too much.
Contrary to her distrust, her worrying this much shows how much she cares about . Regis heart felt warm thinking that way.
Thats my boat okay?!
Ahh, so its yours and his ship. Its alright, I didnt do anything other than having a talk with him.
Haa~ The girl sighed in relief.
That scared I thought you were going to take it away.
Haha We wont take away fishing boats no matter how dire the situation the Empire is in.
Hmph, Im sorry for having a shabby boat! Ill say this first, but boats cant be just judged by its appearance!
The girls expression was just like cats eyes, changing every once in awhile. Her lips pursed up while her tone seed to be a little agitated.
Regis got a little exhausted.
No, thats not it. The fishing boats are the source of inco for the fishern and their families, isnt it? I wont do sothing thats so overbearing.
Didnt a few families had their boats taken away?!
Thats a loan I think. Though Im not too sure about the details.
The youth on the boat could not bear it anymore and spoke to the girl.
Narissa, dont get involved with the soldiers. We were just talking, so just stay aside first.
What are you saying, Fippo? I rushed here because I dont feel at ease with you handling it. So? What were you talking about?
Its none of your business.
While his tone was coarse, Fippos voice was getting softer as his presence was overwheld by her.
Regis repeated his words once more.
Thats because I wanted to have a look at Chainboules harbour, so I asked him to help introduce a guide.
So you need a boat?
Thats right, I wanted to know the situation at the occupied harbour. Though information regarding the sea here is fine too. I would like to have the finest details if possible. Though I prefer an experienced boatman
Go and find the village chief then. Fippo muttered.
The girl nad Narissa shook her head.
You cant! Just recently, the village chief said that his waist hurts, so he cant go out to sea! Rather, its fine as long as they know how to operate the boat?!
Yes Well I believe that the High Britannia Army would not mobilise just because of a fishing boat. As ti is precious, soone who can operate the boat will be good enough. Though I would be grateful if the speed is fast.
I know soone whos skilled in it.
Fippo who was keeping the fishing net stood up after hearing Narissas words.
Hey, Narissa! Stop fooling around! I already told you to stop getting involved with the military!
Keep quiet, Fippo!
Ku I dont care anymore!
Regis asked.
Could it be that the fastest boat refers to yours?
Thats right! The fastest boat in this village is ours! We wont even lose out to Zeilows boats!
Zeilow?
Its the guy staying in the large house over there. He kept buying new boats just because hes rich. However, his seamanship isnt that outstanding which is why his boats are slow.
I-I see
It seed that there were various things that happened in this fishing village.
Regis looked at their boat once more.
After comparing it to the boats in this area, it seed what she said was true.
Narissa puffed her chest out and said:
Even though Fippo isnt good at reading the wind, hes good at the nets and the sail. And if Im to helm the boat, we wont lose to anyone under any sort of wind condition!
Hmm Do you know the sea here well?
Definitely! I know it better than the fishes!
After saying so, she puffed her chest out once more.
Even though it was hidden under the thin cloth dress, her chest had been shaking along with her movent since the start.
I thought she was the sa age as Altina but it looks like the part here seems more matured than her.
Fippo sighed once more.
In the end, it will just be free labour, Narissa.
Ah?! Thats right, they are soldiers! Ahh, please forget what I just said!
There were no rules stating that soldiers asking help from civilians have to pay them remuneration. Even though the remuneration was not much, but most would not pay them at all.
There will be remuneration. Not just borrowing the boat, I also want to obtain so information regarding the sea here, which would take up a considerable ti of yours. If youre willing to help, I will pay you eight Sols a day.
Eight silver coins?!
Narissa widened her eyes.
Fippo was so surprised that his mouth could not close.
That was the salary of a regular soldier for a week. It was much more than what they could earn through fishing.
Even so, in order to win against High Britannia, her knowledge was necessary. Comparing the two things, spending so money was worth the while.
Ill do it! Ill definitely do it! I will still do it even if Im alone in this!
Ill do it too if theres remuneration.
Thats a great help. Im Regis Auric. Nice to et you.
Its fine to call Narissa. Nice to et you, Gis!
Gis?
Regis tilted his head.
Fippo shrugged his shoulders.
Narissa always shorten peoples na in her own accord. Im Philips Ran Aquanord.
Erm Arent you husband and wife?
Buahaha! Youre wrong, Im only fourteen! Fippo and I are childhood friends, as our two families are so close that we even fish together. Our relation is only to that extent.
Our relation are only to that extent Hearing this, Fippo sighed.
Well, there will always be obstacles in life.
I see, so you two are childhood friends.
Though I really want to have my own boat, my father is too stubborn. He kept saying sothing like its fine as long as Fippo is helping out to fish.
Thats because youre a girl. Normally, you should be staying at ho doing chores?
But Im good in helming the boat!
Ugh I-I will get the hang of it in no ti!
Fippo turned and continued gathering his nets.
Under the setting sun, Fippos muscles stood out even more, and were in no way inferior to the knights despite his slender built.
This was the proof that he did not slack off his work.
Fippo spoke while tidying up the net.
Hey, Narissa, stop standing there idly. Its better to go Chainboules harbour as light as we can, so help unload all these items from the boat.
I get it! Gis, well be able to set off soon, so when do you want to go?
As soon as possible please.
Narissa blinked her eyes.
Oui! Co aboard now! Ah, it would be faster when therere less people though?
Its fine with just .
Abidal Evra who was standing silently frantically spoke.
You cant! At least allow to accompany you!
Lets do that then.
Narissa and Fippo unloaded their nets, stove and fishing equipnt.
Abidal Evra was astonished by how they simply threw the items onto the beach.
Arent you afraid that soone will steal them?
Ha? Buahahaha! Which idiot would do that? If they use stolen equipnt to fish, they would invoke the wrath of the Sea God and have their ship wreck!
Abidal Evra and Regis looked at each other without understanding anything.
Beilschmidt Border Regint believed in the northern faith, so she was likely to be talking about the local god.
Even though Belgaria only recognize one national religion and prohibited idol-worshipping, there were many areas that still have their own customs.
Narissa unfastened the ropes while Fippo pushed the ship.
As Abidal Evra was helping Fippo pushing the boat into the sea, the other knights also joined in.
Regis thought of helping, but he realised he would only cause more trouble instead.
Narissa shouted when the boat was floating in the sea.
Co aboard!
What Wait
Jumping from the sandy beach to the boat floating on the water was harder than riding a horse. Narissa stretched her hand out to the hesitant Regis.
Youre going to be left behind, Gis!
A, ahh!
Regis managed to grab onto her hand.
Fippo and Abidal Evra also helped along with the other knights, and Regis finally boarded the boat.
It was more accurate to say he was thrown onto the boat though.
The boat soon drifted into the sea.
Regis was moved by the scene.
Were floating and the waves too Incredible!
Hmm? Is this your first ti coming to the sea?
Yeah, though I read about it countless tis before.
You cant just rely on reading. There are many things in this world that you wont understand unless you experienced it yourself!
Haha Youre right.
Regis and Abidal Evra was sitting at the area where the net and fishes used to be.
Even though it was a small boat, it felt rather large due to the simple design. A mast was erected at the front of the boat and the squarish sails were unfurled.
The sails were moving in accord to the wind.
It was the sa with Narissas dress, swaying around.
Narissa pressed down her dress.
Ughh~~ I forgot to change my clothes. I never thought that I would be sailing after noon What an embarrassnt
Focus on helming, Narissa. No one would look at it.
Ill hit you, Fippo?!
Regis looked away subconsciously.
It was not the ti to look at the dress of soone younger than him, instead, he should focus on the situation in the sea.
Er Is there any shallow area that is near Chainboules bay?
If its to the degree of the fishing net reaching the bottom, theres quite a few?
I wish to have a look at it, do you know are those areas?
Regis took out a sea chart from his bag.
The sea chart was a little old, but the sea terrain shouldnt change much.
Chainboules harbour was deep within a cove.
I wish to know more about the area here.
Narissa left the helming of the boat to Fippo and ca over.
Erm Is this the harbour?
Thats right. Chainboule is over here while Ugovi is here
Regis pointed at the chart.
Narissa nodded.
Even though she said that she knew this area better than the fishes, it felt more like she knew more about the fishes instead.
It was necessary to do a thorough investigation using asuring equipnt to asure the depth and the flow of the sea.
In addition, finding a suitable area for the battlefield would be rewarding.
***
At a distance away from Chainboules harbour, various things were investigated that the sun had already set beyond the horizon when they returned.
Looking at the east, the earth was dyed red by the setting sun.
After making sure the boat was secured, Narissa began to complain.
Haa~ Im so hungry My hands hurts my muscles are sore too
What are you grumbling about This is a job you accepted.
Youre not tired, Fippo? Ill leave the keeping of those things to you. Ill be going back for dinner.
Stop joking around, you!
Thats because the village chief is organising a feast today. Nothing would be left for us if we dont go soon.
Move faster if you really want to eat.
The two loaded the equipnt that was left on the beach onto the boat while bickering.
Thats what it ans by the more you bicker, the better your relationship...
What a close pair of childhood friends.
Regis was still a little seasick and looked sluggish. It would be worse if he had eaten more during breakfast.
On the other hand, Abidal Evra was listening to the reports of the knights that were left behind.
Narissa ca over and spoke.
Hey, Gis.
Yah Thats right.
Regis nodded while suppressing his seasickness.
He took eight sol from his bag and handed it over to her.
Normally, Regis would need to claim it from the budget, but they were in a middle of a war and Regis knew the Fourth Imperial Armys finance very well, so it was fine.
After counting the money, Narissa carefully kept it into her cloth bag.
Ehehe, thanks!
Ah I should be saying that, youre a great help.
Do you want to go to the feast together? Do you still have anything to ask that I do not know? You could ask the people there as there should be so who would know.
May I know the reason for the feast?
The village chief would bring out alcohols and food to host a feast once a month, calling it a return of gratitude of sorts .
Ahh, a mutual aid fund is it? What a responsible village chief.
Thats right! Its fine if Gis join us for the feast!
So money would be collected from the villagers and that fund would be used to help them when they fell sick or got into an accident.
If there was excess money, it would be returned to everyone or used for public projects. For this village, it cos in the form of a feast.
However, Regis could not attend the feast as he did not take part in the mutual aid.
Its enough to just ask around Thinking that way, Regis followed Narissa.
Together with Abidal Evra, they set off towards the village.
Compared to the village chief's house, the older buildings were slightly smaller The reason it was chosen was probably it was located at a corner of the village.
Theres a feast From that, Regis thought that there would be many food and alcohols prepared as the villagers gathered to have fun.
However, things were different from what Regis thought. There were not much food and the villagers were sitting beside each other on the floor with a serious expression.
The house was big enough to accommodate about forty people.
However, there were no chairs or tables.
Narissa opened her eyes wide.
Ahh?! Wheres the food?!
Ahh, sorry, today is a little
The middle aged man that was speaking kindly to Narissa had his expression changed upon seeing Regis.
A soldier?!
The villagers inside the house stood up noisily.
There were so who also picked up fish spears and others kind of tools.
Regis tilted his head.
However, Abidal Evra was not as foolish as Regis as he drew his sword out and stood in front of Regis.
Sir strategist, quickly leave this area! Please et up with the other knights!
The other knight guards also drew their swords.
The remaining villagers also took out their spears and hatchet and took an offensive posture.
Regis was still standing there in a daze.
Ahh, wait a second.
Cant Sir strategist sense the danger upon seeing this scene?!
That is why Could both parties calm down and talk it out? Calm and reasonably.
Regis pressed down Abidal Evras sword and walked forward.
Towards the villagers, who was frankly speaking, emitting murderous intent.
There were about thirty people.
While their age varies, all of them were male.
Narissa was pale under such dangerous atmosphere while Fippo stood in front of her to protect her.
Regis sat on down of the wooden floor.
As you can see, Im not equipped with any weapon.
Although the nobles would only sit on chairs, Regis was a commoner which was why he was used to this.
Im Regis Auric, Third Grade Admin Officer of the Fourth Imperial Army.
Im the village chief, Jean Leo.
He was younger than Regis expected. He looked about forty.
Regis thought he was older because of his position as village chief and that he hurt his waist.
He had reddish-black skin and had sharp eyes.
His was tall and full of muscles.
Regis spoke calmly.
While Im a soldier, my views are different from those in the navy. Looks like so problems had occurred Is it possible that you tell about it?
The villagers looked at each other.
If it was past Regis who encountered these aggressive n, he would have been frightened to the point that he could not speak or even leak a little. However, he was used to this after experiencing various things.
If Regis gave them ti to discuss, it would be troubleso later on. While he could guess what they wanted to do, it was necessary to be clear what they were discontented about.
Without waiting for the village chief to speak, Regis continued his words.
That reminds Its been almost a month that the navy have co to this village. I believe that they had brought much trouble to you. Did you receive any compensation?
Compensation?
The village chief bit the bait.
Regis nodded.
For borrowing items, providing food or helping out with manual work. The compensation would be paid according to their equivalent value.
We did not receive anything at all.
If thats the case, let communicate with them in your stead. Its alright, you will be paid properly.
Ugh
The villagers whispered among themselves.
The killing intent from earlier had lightened quite a bit.
This ti, Regis waited for them to speak.
Finally, the village chief sat properly and said:
Sir soldier, would you really give us the money?
Definitely.
The atmosphere was finally fit for speaking calmly.
Regis sighed a breath of relief in his heart.
If it was not about money For example, the soldiers mistreating the villagers, they would not even accept the compensation. Thankfully it did not deteriorate that far yet.
The western region of this area is under the jurisdiction of the Fourth Imperial Army. The commander is Lieutenant General Marie Quatre Argentina du Belgaria. Have you heard of her? Shes the fourth princess of Belgaria.
Yes, I have heard of that na before.
As she was acknowledged for her achievent, Field Marshall Latreille appointed her. As Her Highness is a smart and fair person, she would thoroughly think through things if you explain things clearly to her.
Regis mixed a little lie within there.
The one who will be considering the situation would be Regis himself.
The admin work is going to increase again Regis sighed in his heart.
***
The next day afternoon
Regis took Narissas boat once more to enter the sea and finally concluded his observation.
Upon returning, he realised that the village looked as if surrounded by a large army.
The flag was green with a white shield.
Looks like Her Highness has arrived.
Thats right!
Abidal Evra nodded happily.
As expected, seeing their comrades in an unfamiliar place made them more relaxed.
Upon reaching the shore, Fippo took a rope from the boat and jumped down. He ran to the embanknt to tie the boat down to a piling.
Regis alighted from the boat with his asuring equipnt.
He wanted to alight on his own, but he was still having a little seasick, thus was feeling weak.
Told you so! Narissa said while helping out Regis.
Are you alright, Gis?
Ahh, thanks.
Her hand that was slender and soft under the setting sun was as strong as huge tree branch.
Finally, Regis got onshore.
Leaving aside whether the sand would enter her shoes, she did not sway at all while supporting Regis which showed how reliable she was.
Regis wanted to pick up the luggage that he threw onto the ground, but Narissa had already picked it up for him.
I will hold that for you, arent you still a little seasick?
Haha Its better than yesterday but youre a great help.
What are you planning to do after this?
Looks like Her Highness had arrived. She should be discussing with the vice-admiral right now Most likely, we have to engage the enemy soon
That
Narissa who was always energetic spoke softly which was a rare occurrence.
Hm? What is it?
Im sorry about yesterday. For them to show such a scary appearance to you
I should be the one to apologise. As the country continued to collect taxes, how can we let the citizens carry such a big burden just because the country is being invaded? This is a fault that we should frown on.
Its great that everyone accepted you because of your words.
It isnt sothing amazing.
Soone from the military ca over this morning. It seems like they ca to discuss about the compensation. Everyone was looking so impatient recently, but now, everyones expression had beco much better!
In the first place, the vice-admiral intended to pay. Its just that he was too busy that he forgotten about it.
Even so, it was thanks to you!
Narissa leaned closer to Regis.
Regis back away a little.
Not at all
Actually, the navy did not intend to pay.
Regis appealed to vice-admiral Bertram last night.
I believe that you know this That Her Highness Marie Quatre Argentina du Belgaria is a philanthropist that cares deeply for her citizens. What she hates the most are the country and the nobles squeezing dry the citizens. If she realised that you did not remunerate the villagers while shes in charge of the western region, wont your position as an admiral worsen? Being generous to the villagers now is also for the future. Furthermore, this remuneration is a small price to please a royalty If you pay the villagers to settle the problem, you can still even get so reimbursent back.
While Bertram was an old-styled soldier, he was not a stubborn fool.
Rather, he was grateful to Regis who considered his position and quickly sent soone to pay the villagers
To Regis, it was more important to gain the admirals trust than gaining the villagers gratitude.
In order to carry out the battle to sink High Britannias supply ships, gaining the navys cooperation was necessary and more effective than the letter of appointnt.
However, Narissa did not know to such things.
So she kept expressing her gratitude to him.
That! To tell the truth, my first impression of you is soone whos weak and unreliable However, it seems youre soone reliable!
H-Hahaha
Fippo who just returned from loading the equipnt spoke impatiently.
Narissa, stop seducing him.
Ha?! Im not! What~? Could it be that youre jealous?
S-Stop joking around!!
All of a sudden, Abidal Evra pointed at a certain direction.
That, isnt that Her Highness?
Regis shifted his sight to where Abidal Evra pointed.
There was a large group of knights on the beach beyond the villages embanknt.
At the front of them was a girl with red hair and eyes.
Regis!!
Ah! Alt Hm
Without noticing, I almost called her nickna. Therere villagers and soldiers around Its best to use polite speech.
Altinas guards were running after her and shouting Please wait! Your Highness! Please wait for us!!
Although Altina was wearing lightly equipped, only Jero could possibly catch up with Altina who was running at full speed in the entire Fourth Imperial Army.
Just when Regis was still thinking about such thing, Altina had already reached him.
Regis!
Your Highness, Im glad to see you that youre full of energy.
Regis said so while lowering his head.
However, Narissa who was at the side grabbed onto Regis arm.
A soft and comfortable sensation could be felt at his elbow.
Whos this person, Gis?
Ahh?! T-This person here is the commander of the Fourth Imperial Army, Lieutenant General Marie Quatre Argentina du Belgaria. She has the highest military rank in this western region and also the fourth imperial princess.
Thats not it. Im asking what is she to you?
?! Erm Shes my employer?
Ahh, is that so! So this noble princess here, isnt Gis lover! Shes just a noble person that employed Gis!
The only one who got a scare hearing Narissas words was Regis while Altina only widened her eyes.
Following that, Altina spoke coldly.
Regis?
Looks like shes quite angry...
Never before did she have No, this is probably the sa when Eleanor fooled around by kissing .
Regis was sweating buckets.
Y,your Highness? Is there anything wrong? Erm, this person here is Narissa, whos helping with investigating the area.
Eh~~
Regis was given a cold look.
Altina turned and walked away without saying anything.
Regis brushed away Narissas arm in a panic and chased after Altina.
T-That Your Highness? Are you feeling unwell anywhere? Or is it that I have done sothing wrong? As it was too sudden, therere still many things I have yet to report
Thats right. Theres only work to talk about with !
Eh? Well, its correct to call it work
Its just like what Clarisse said!
W-What do you an?
Nothing at all! Youre just my strategist! We are not l-lovers anyway! W-what you do with others and where have nothing to do with ! Thats why she being your lover is fine Ughhh Idiot!
That cant happen! Sothing like being my lover! Even if the sea evaporated, its also impossible!
Ehh?! Narissa let out a voice in surprised.
Narissa wanted to chase after Regis but was stopped by Fippo. He spoke with a serious tone.
You should stop now, Narissa! You could be charged of Lese Majesty by speaking casually in front of a royalty!
W-What does that an?!
Really Youre an idiot when it cos to things unrelated to the sea Youre fine right now because Lady Marie Quatre is kind Normally, your speech earlier could result in you being sent to the guillotine.
Eek?!
Were worlds apart ...We are commoners while shes a royalty
How can that be
Narissa looked at the direction Regis was going while feeling dejected.
For a mont, Regis looked back because he was a little concerned.
While he was happy that she was close to him, Regis was soone about to enter the battlefield.
Its best not to get involved too deeply. Im a soldier in a war while shes just a civilian.
Regis did not slow down in chasing after Altina.
***
Dusk
The headquarters used by the navy was now called Fourth Imperial Armys headquarter. Though it was still the village chiefs house.
Altina sat on a sofa while to her left was vice-admiral Bertram, his assistant and the warship captains.
To her right was Jero who had an impatient look and also the captains of other units.
Regis who was Altinas strategist was standing by her side.
The increase in garrison unit was not just the navy, but also the knights. The room that was not that wide got even more crowded.
Everyone who was present here had already exchanged greetings.
Then lets start the war council.
Regis took a deep breath.
Altina was given the authority by Latreille, which was why the navy were supposed to obey her.
Leaving aside the fleet admiral Regis idea would be carried out with much difficulty if they failed to receive the captains acknowledgent.
That was because of Altinas personality. She definitely would not like it if she were to use her authority to force others to submit to her.
Regis opened the sea chart which was on the table.
Theres sothing I want to confirm first When would the Poseidon class ship be arriving?
It was estimated that the slow Poseidon class ship equipped with hundred and twenty guns was to arrive here today from the southern sea.
Bertram had a bitter look
Well, thats ship wont move without wind after all From communicating with them, we estimate they would reach here around dusk
Understood. Then, we would begin the operation tomorrow morning. First, the battle would occur at
Regis began explaining his plans.
The naval officers who was listening and nodding at the start paled after so ti.
Bertram hesitated.
T-That Are they no other options?
This is already the best strategy I can co up with Perhaps I may be able to co up with a better one, but we dont have the ti to expect sothing like that. If we are late in sinking the enemys supply ships, the enemy would receive a large quantity of supplies. This would cause the capital to fall and also inflict a damage to the Empire that not even a hundred years would be enough to recover from.
Ughh
Bertram was a little taken aback.
Even if the capital falls, the nation would not imdiately be destroyed.
Against an opponent that was not even twenty thousand, Belgarias emperor would not simply take the beating lying down.
However, if the emperor was to escape, neighbouring countries would rush here and the lords who submitted to Belgaria through force would rise to rebellion.
They dare not to imagine how vulnerable the Empire would be if that happened.
Regis shifted his sight to the sea chart.
Then, I will continue explaining the battle plan. High Britannias princess class 74 guns ships uses the Triple-Expansion Steam Piston Engine to move. The most important point is the screw propeller below their hull. I believe everyone here know they can move without any wind.
Definitely, that is the most troubleso point.
Bertram and those in the navy had a surprised look.
Eh? In terms of boats, the propeller is their sails So that should be considered a weaknesses. However, that isnt sothing we can hit it easily. Not only is the propeller small, it is also located under the water. Its possible to hit them if were on land, however boats are sothing that will sway. Its even more difficult when we exchanged fire.
As expected, its hard to hit the propeller Well, its true that the propeller is located at a difficult place, but its alright. I have a counterasure for that.
Could you elaborate on it?
Definitely.
The admiral and the captains who had a stern face looked puzzled after hearing his explanation. This was probably what they ant when describing sothing you dont trust completely, but hope to be true..
This cant be helped. Regis thought.
As captains, they were more used to thinking themselves than listening to commands. Furthermore, the idea that was proposed today was unorthodox.
Though the most important point was that Regis achievents was only in land battle, which ant nothing to the navy. Furthermore, his age and rank was lower than theirs, so it was unlikely for them to be convinced right off the bat.
However, there was no ti to gain their trust.
How about it?
Ah, it isnt impossible.
However, Bertram and the rest could not make up their mind.
Altina stared at the admiral.
How is it? Is Regis idea possible?
No matter what, this is unprecedented. We wont know without trying
Is it worth a try?
Probably.
And we just have a perfect candidate to try on. Since we arent god and cant say anything for sure But lets do our best for those who died in this war.
Altinas words were unexpectedly heavy. She probably was affected by the battle earlier on. Although she was a beautiful and dignified girl, she also had an unfathomable strength.
Bertram nodded in sha. He shut his mouth tight and stood up, putting his right fist on his left chest and saluted.
As you will. I will spare no effort on it!
Ill leave it to you, thank you.
Understood!
Following that, Bertram turned to his subordinates.
And spoke to them with a tone usually used on confidants.
Gentlen, I believed that everyone of you still have so hesitation as we never have done anything similar to what this strategist had proposed However, are we just going to await defeat to co? This isnt the attitude the prideful Imperial Navy should have!
Does the admiral think this is workable?
A middle aged captain asked.
Bertram shook his head.
That, I do not know However, do we have any other choice? We went to Trouins sea battle full of confident that we would win. However, I believe everyone here know the result, we couldnt triumph against their steamships Arent you ashad of yourself just because youre afraid of trying that new idea and wasting your ti away?!
Ku We arent afraid
The captain muttered while wavering.
Altina gave them a final push.
Im willing to listen if theres an alternative. However, Regis had already said it. We do not have the ti to wait for a strategy that may or may not co. We can only use the best strategy available to us. The enemy will not be waiting for you.
Despite feeling a little worried, the captains did not object anymore.
They were the admirals subordinates. Different from soldiers inland, they were more independent.
Conversely, if they were willing to help, they would be united as one.
The living room fell into silent for quite so ti.
A rather plump captain sudden stood up.
Uhuhu! Isnt that interesting! Lets blow away High Britannia in one go!
Finally, the other captains also stood up and saluted.
Just as Your Highness had said, allow us to participate in this battle.
The captain earlier on spoke with a shaful tone for wavering for a mont.
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