In the darkness of night, a long winding dragon composed of torches surged from the east, and entered the port of Nafpaktos amidst the cheers of the defenders.
This cheer was not only celebrating the return of their loyal lord, but also celebrating the victory they had just won.
Just today during the day, under the personal leadership of His Majesty, their soldiers defeated the enemy in a short battle. Now His Majesty the Emperor is taking them back to the division. The defenders firmly believe that they will soon be defeated.
Under His Majesty's leadership, we must usher in another victory, which will mean that the entire battle will end with our own victory.
Although the defenders suffered heavy losses in previous battles, as long as they win, all the sacrifices will be worth it.
Surrounded by a group of guards, Aigron passed through the cheering soldiers and returned to his previous residence. The two commanders he had stayed here before, Andre Davout and Edmond Tang,
Tas, everyone is already waiting here.
After Aigron entered the door, he did not speak immediately, but looked at his two confidants.
At the moment, they were all in quite a mess, with their heads covered and dirty faces, and their clothes were stained with dust and blood. It was obvious that they had taken the lead in resisting the enemy more than once before.
Aigron knew that, together with today, they had been fighting for three days. With an absolutely inferior force, they resisted many attacks by the enemy and persisted until they returned to their division.
The most valuable thing is that, except for a small number of Aigron's guard members who stayed behind to suppress the formation, the only troops they have are the Greek mercenaries with the worst combat effectiveness.
At this point, the pressure and suffering they endure is even greater than themselves.
How could such loyalty and bravery not impress young people?
In order to express his gratitude, Aigron hugged the two of them one by one, not dissing their current state at all.
After the hug was over, he finally spoke. "Andre, Edmund, you carried out my orders with the most fearless spirit, even more resolutely than I imagined... I will be forever grateful to you."
"Your Majesty, please don't say that. We are just fulfilling our responsibilities." Andre Davout immediately replied. "It is our honor to be able to contribute to your victory..."
"But not everyone can fulfill their duties with you!" Aiglon interrupted him, "Don't be humble. Although I can't reward you now, I will reward you when I achieve great things.
The highest reward!”
Andre and Edmund couldn't help but look at each other secretly. They both recalled the conversation between the two this afternoon, and then they couldn't help but smile knowingly.
After saying these words of commendation, Aigron did not stop to rest. Instead, under the leadership of these two men, they walked out of the fortress together and walked up the steps to a higher place to observe the enemy's formation and movements.
Night fell, so the enemy's camp was hidden in the darkness, but the bonfires dotted here and there still revealed their general location.
Because he has been fighting with the enemy for the past three days, Andre Davout has a very good understanding of the enemy's situation. Although it is already night, he can still determine the enemy's position with the help of dim lights and bonfires.
The general direction was then pointed out to Aigron one by one.
Aigron already had a general idea of the enemy's movements, but after Andre's explanation, the situation became clearer.
This enemy army came from Mesolonghion and other places in the west. After leaving Nafpaktos, they gathered outside the city that afternoon and quickly organized an attack.
Judging from their situation, this is the Turkish garrison originally stationed in Mesolonghion Fortress. The number is about 5,000. They are well equipped and have a strong will to fight. They have been launching attacks continuously these days. If
If it weren't for the cover of fortresses and fortifications, I'm afraid Andre would never be able to withstand their attack.
However, during these three days of holding on, the defenders led by Andre not only caused heavy casualties to the enemy, but also exhausted their fighting will. Whether they still have the courage to continue the attack has already been
It's a problem.
At this time, Aigron could clearly see that the opponent's camp was crowded with people, and there were busy shadows everywhere. It didn't look like they were taking a rest at night. Obviously, they also discovered that a large reinforcement force had arrived in Nafpaktos.
.
They definitely didn't know Aigron's plan and deployment, nor did they know what the sudden reinforcements were about, but the arrival of the reinforcements was obviously a heavy blow to their morale.
Obviously, the original defenders had given them such a hard time, and the arrival of a large number of new reinforcements meant that they would never win.
Obviously, after discovering this situation, the entire army was in a state of panic, and their officers were urgently discussing countermeasures.
Aigron didn't care about this. Now that the situation had developed to this point, he knew that he had the absolute initiative. Although the enemy had more troops than he had now, their morale had been greatly damaged and he was close to exhaustion. Moreover, the arrival of reinforcements was still far away.
It created panic for them, and it was impossible for such an army to cause him much trouble.
If they continue to attack, just like the castle, they can just fight again and completely defeat them; if they lose the courage to continue attacking and choose to retreat, then they can lead their own troops in pursuit and eat as many rearguard units as they can.
No matter how much he lost, no matter what the situation was, he was very sure of achieving a major result, which also meant a perfect ending, and his plan ended with a comprehensive victory.
In the darkness of the night, he stared at the enemy camp in the distance, his eyes emitting a dim firelight, like a beast that had discovered its prey.
However, although his heart was filled with the urge to tear the enemy into pieces, his reason still stopped him temporarily.
His army fought a battle and then marched for a long time. Now it was very tired and in urgent need of rest. Moreover, the night was not suitable for large-scale wars, and it was easy to accidentally injure friendly troops.
So we'll wait for now tonight. It won't be too late to deal with them when it gets light tomorrow.
"Let your men at the forefront shoot at them, assume an offensive posture, frighten the gentlemen on the opposite side, and don't let them sleep well." Aiglon ordered Andre Davout, "We
The main force rests tonight and will deal with these bastards tomorrow!"
From His Majesty's words, Andre immediately understood his intention, so he immediately agreed with his head held high without making any inquiries.
"Okay, Your Majesty!"
Then, he stepped down from the high platform and gave the order to his messengers.
Not long after, the sound of gunfire could be heard from the distant forward position.
Aigron returned to his room. At this time, he was extremely mentally exhausted. He only felt that his eyelids were so heavy. He had been marching for two consecutive days. He could only sleep on the camp bed in the tent at night. He was really too tired.
I am tired, and my seemingly inexhaustible energy is now running out.
He didn't even bother to wash up and just lay down on the bed.
The warm quilt seemed to have infinite magic power. Although the sound of gunfire could be heard from time to time in the distance, he fell asleep easily as soon as he closed his eyes——
Early the next morning, Aigron slowly opened his eyes.
His consciousness was a little blurry at first, but it soon became clear, and he immediately remembered his plan for yesterday.
Then, he jumped out of bed, not even bothering to wash up, and immediately asked the guards to pass Andre Davout over.
"Andre, what's the situation with the enemy?" he asked immediately as soon as he saw him.
Andre looked even more embarrassed than yesterday. His eyes were red and his expression became more and more haggard. It was obvious that he had not slept all night last night and had been monitoring the enemy's movements.
"Your Majesty, I was about to come over to report the enemy's situation to you." He replied in a slightly hoarse voice, "The enemy has retreated! According to my observation, their main force chose to retreat at dawn today, and only a small number of people were left behind.
Cut off the rear inside the original position."
Aiglon was not surprised by the news; it was just expected and a very reasonable approach.
In this case, what he has to do is very simple.
"Let someone give the order to go down, let's go after them! Kill as many bastards as we can catch!" Aigron said viciously.
"yes!"
Andre was about to leave, but Egron grabbed his sleeve.
"Your Majesty?" Andre turned back and looked at the young man.
"Andre, there are many people to deliver orders, and now you have to accept another order." Aigron looked at the other party seriously, and then said word by word, "Go and have a rest. You have done enough. Now you have to accept another order."
Just let other people handle the rest."
"But Your Majesty, how could I leave the team at the last moment?" Andre shook his head quickly.
"This is an order, don't disobey it!" Aigron repeated it without a doubt, "My victory does not need to be at the expense of you continuing to burn yourself. Have some faith in the rest of us, Andre, and get yourself back to your best as soon as possible.
Your greatest contribution to me will be your next state."
Aiglon's words were so warm and full of encouragement that Andre was so moved that he almost cried after listening to them.
"Okay, Your Majesty, I understand." He nodded lightly, and then walked back to his room with empty steps.
After settling Andre, Aigron no longer hesitated and immediately put the main force back into action after resting for the night.
Although everyone was still a little tired, they were summoned immediately.
The news of the enemy's retreat brought new excitement to the entire army. Everyone knew that victory had come into their hands, and all that was left now was to collect the last piece of dessert.
Under the early morning sunshine, this army poured out of Nafpaktos like a tide, chasing the retreating enemy army.
Just like last time, Aigron followed in the middle of the team on horseback, while Major Hench rode beside him.
They soon arrived in front of the enemy's previous position, but at this time, most of the camp was vacant. Suddenly, there was a loud burst of gunfire, blocking the entire army's advance.
It was obvious that they were the troops left behind.
Without Aigron's orders, his troops immediately surrounded the fortresses and began to bombard them with cannons.
After a period of bombardment, the infantry launched a charge, trying to annihilate the defenders in one fell swoop.
However, although these rearguard troops are small in number, their fighting will is very tenacious. They use abandoned camps, rocks, trees and ditches as cover to resist desperately, because they all know that the longer they resist here, the longer they will last.
In one minute, their large force will be able to escape safely.
Under the command of the officers, Aiglon's army took turns to launch attacks. Gradually, the resistance of the defenders became weaker and weaker until finally, most of the defenders were drowned in a pool of blood. This fierce and tenacious blocking battle
Just then it was declared over.
"It seems that there are also warriors among our opponents after all." After witnessing all this in the formation, Aigron commented. "But in the end we are the winner."
"It seems that we are too late to catch up with their large army. It is difficult for two feet to catch up with two feet." Major Hench replied. "The soldiers are too tired and it is not advisable to pursue too far."
"If only I had a cavalry!" Aiglon sighed regretfully.
He now feels painfully that his strength is insufficient. After all, even if he wins now, it will be difficult to expand the results as long as the enemy troops withdraw.
"If you want to form a cavalry next, I can provide you with some help." Major Hench smiled slightly, "Don't forget that I am actually a cavalry person."
"Then I really should trouble you." Aigron replied with a laugh.
He knew that setting up a cavalry could not be done with money, but also required experienced people as instructors, and Major Hench was the perfect candidate for him at this time.
"Your Highness, you can go back and let me take some people to clean up the rearguards they left along the way. This kind of boring battle is not worth wasting your energy." After laughing for a while, Major Hench said
He became serious again, "Now it is more important for you to go back and write a letter to report your victory to all those who have high expectations for you."
Aigron also knew that the war was over and all that was left was just the finishing work. There was no point in him continuing to lead the army.
Now that he has eliminated the enemies who came to attack him from both sides, he will not be threatened militarily for the time being. What he needs to fight next is a political battle.
"Okay." He nodded.
"After reporting the victory, please don't forget to write the most affectionate letter to Her Majesty Theresa. She must be waiting for it..." At this time, Major Hench warned again, "If you don't know how to
I can also teach you how to write."
"Stop talking! When it comes to how to please a girl, I'm an expert!" Aigron retorted.
Aigron turned his horse's head and headed east back to Nafpaktos. At this time, the sun rising from the eastern sea was pouring the golden morning light on him without hesitation, as if for
He put on a layer of golden armor.
How could this young man, who was full of vitality and ambitious, be afraid of any tempering?