Possessed in a Family of War Heroes

38 – Pull the Offensive End

“Absolutely not.”

“Erwin.”

“I don’t know if I can say this, but are you crazy? It’s crazy?”

Even if it’s a friend, I’m a son of a noble family, and Erwin is a commoner.

Unbeknownst to me, I had the feeling that he was being careful in the way he treated me.

But if Erwin said that much, it means he was really angry.

“Why don’t we just say that our numbers aren’t that many? That will be fine.”

“That’s not really possible.”

“Why?”

“Because you already have so many victories. You’d think there’s quite a bit of troops here already? But did you know that the number is small? I bet your enemies will judge it to be a hoax, not a fact. A trick that could disrupt the entire operation if rushed into it.”

Even if we take a good look at the troops we have, they are only at the level of a battalion.

But Erwin showed the fighting power of a battalion, almost a regiment, no brigade.

As a result, each unit of Königssen in the vicinity was forced to bleed.

The problem is that thanks to that, they see us not as a simple defeated army, but as a well-coordinated remnant. In other words, it means that you do not bet recklessly with an easy judgment.

“There is still time until the end of their offensive. In order to take it away, the entire operation must be changed. No, you have to induce a setback. To do that, you need a bait that you won’t be able to bite.”

“….”

“Honestly, Erwin, you know that too, right? The fact that he is the son of the commander-in-chief of the Allied Forces will make the enemies even more crazy than a small group of defeated soldiers.”

“Damn it. I can’t argue.”

Me and Erwin’s goal is clear. To topple Königsen here.

I’ve said it before, but I don’t want to grab my ankle, I want my ankle cut off.

To do so, we must destroy the concentration of power that is absolutely necessary for them.

For example, to arrive at the front and prey on troops to be mobilized for an offensive.

And in order to deal with him, he had no choice but to call out troops on the front line.

Through that, their entire plan is turned upside down!

“But, Lihi. Conversely, everyone here is at risk. Once they know who you are, they will try to hold you at all costs.”

“The pants you want. They say they want to advance the end point of their offensive that way.”

“The problem with the soldiers here is that they might not like it again.”

… Under. I hadn’t even thought of that part. That’s what I see.

From the point of view of our allies far away, it is good to fill the front line and take the incoming enemy troops.

But for those trapped here with us right now, it’s like inviting hell.

I let out a sigh. Because of the pressure to make a choice? That’s not it.

Rather, the choice has already been decided, so that’s why I’m doing this.

“If you use a decoy, the damage on this side will rise sharply.”

“It will be a pity for those who think they barely lived.”

“But if we don’t, more allies on the other side will bleed.”

“… In the end, it is an operation that has to be done.”

This is why I hate the job of being a soldier. People’s lives should be weighed casually.

It is said that human lives should not be underestimated, but the specificity of war always makes such things casual.

“But no matter how much I think about it, the damage is too great….”

“It is right for us to step out here. If the enemy reserve coming from behind is attached to the front line, it will be more difficult for our forces. It’s right that we step out and destroy everything before that.”

Erwin nodded as if he agreed with my words.

“Then secretly release the Köni captives captured earlier and share information with them….”

“Wait a minute, Lihi.”

I turned her head to see Ar standing behind me with his arms crossed.

As I looked at her, wondering what she was doing, I came to her side and continued her words.

“If you really want to serve as the bait, I will too.”

“What?”

Wait a minute, what are you talking about? Why did you come out

“Ariete? The reason why….”

“They said they were planning to entice the Köni guys by wagging their tails. Sergeant major. Then two baits are better than one. It would be better to insert a fragrant woman than her squeamish smelly man.”

It is natural for men to turn their eyes to women on the battlefield, so it is perfect for bait.

How can you say such a thing casually? I want to be a great woman again.

“Certainly, being the daughter of His Excellency, the Crown Prince, is the lure that makes me even more greedy….”

After saying

, Erwin suddenly turned his gaze to me. What. Why is she suddenly looking at me?

As if you were trying to get a consent form signed by your guardian?

“That, it seems that the first thing is for the two of them to coordinate their opinions.”

“What are you talking about all of a sudden? Hey Erwin! Where are you going! Hey?!”

“So.”

Ar grabs my hand and she swivels me towards her.

“Can we do it together?”

“Isn’t there any reason to ask permission from me?”

“Yes. I’m your lieutenant, and if you do whatever you want, I’ll make sure that you don’t have to do anything in the end. More than anything else, in the eyes of those people, we are already like that.”

I spit out at Ar’s words.

One thing I didn’t expect. The relationship between me and Ar was what most of us assumed.

Even Erwin, right away, said, ‘Look at how the two of you solve the male-female problem!’ And fell for it.

It’s not that I’m in a bad mood, but I’m not overjoyed either. I haven’t even started yet.

“… It’s usually not dangerous. You know?”

“Of course I know.”

“It’s not just spreading rumors. You have to go directly to the front line and advertise that the daughter of a warlord is really right here while being driven and chased to the edge.”

“I don’t really hate getting attention.”

“You may have to bump into enemies and fight them.”

“It’s an officer’s department, but it’s also a knight’s department. I, swordsman Lihi, am more confident than you.”

I feel like an even more stupid person trying to stop you from answering like that without any hesitation.

Not bad with two baits. Rather, the effect would be more certain.

But I am a man and Ar is a woman. I’m not talking about classic gender issues.

This is so… Damn, f*cking I didn’t want to say it this far.

“If, by any chance, you get caught by them….”

“As a woman, you will be subjected to unspeakable things. Don’t worry. If I think I’m going to get caught, I’ll kill myself right away.”

“Hey Ariete! You are recklessly saying such things now… !”

Unbeknownst to me, my voice got too loud. He drools and grabs her shoulder.

“… There is no need for this.”

“No. By the way, wouldn’t you be somewhat in line with you, who will become one of the most prominent men in the empire in the future? I don’t want you to hear things like, ‘I chose to be associated with a duke in order to get ahead.’ ‘That man met a very good woman who was worthy of him.’ I want to be evaluated.”

Ar’s meaning was firm. Even if it’s firm, it’s so firm that I can’t say anything more.

Even in that firmness, there are reasons why I have no choice but to accept it.

Even though it’s like this, if you catch it unconditionally, even I throw it as bait right away, but the picture is strange.

“Commander Erwin!”

Perhaps realizing that his heart is slowly hardening, Ar calls out to Erwin in a loud voice.

Then she said Ervindo, ‘It looks like you’ve made up your mind.’

What is it? Why do you feel like the two of you are fighting even though there’s no way to do that?

“While the two were talking, I thought about the next strategy….”

“As expected, I think it would be better for the two of us to come forward, right?”

“Yes. At the same time, there is a high probability that the enemy’s second team will want to somehow set up a ball in the late yard. In the meantime, if you hear the story of the Commander-in-Chief’s restraint and His Excellency Seung-Gong’s daughter….”

I have no choice but to ask. I can’t learn without asking. A ball is a ball, and how much is it worth as a hostage right now?

No matter how important the strategy is, it can be pushed back.

Capture the son of the commander-in-chief and the daughter of Jeon Seung-gong. How much morale of the Imperial Army can be slashed with that!

“Then, all that remains is to organize a manned unit….”

“First, let’s select volunteers. That would be better than forced formation.”

I’m worried how many people will try to take on this dangerous mission on their own.

I’m a little worried. The desire to live is not a bad thing, it is very natural.

“Recruitment complete, Lihi.”

“… Already?”

Wait a minute. Is this right? You must have borrowed quite a few numbers.

I looked blankly at the soldiers at Enter’s words, and they smiled and looked at me.

“You are the younger brother of our division commander, so of course we have to guard together!”

“It’s okay to fight, but I’m even more confident when I jump out!”

“hahahaha!!”

The first thing you see is, of course, the members of the 1st Cavalry Division.

It seems like I am reaping the fruits of the seeds my brother sowed.

“Can you send your son alone, Commander-in-Chief?”

“Even our absent commanders would have said that this must be done unconditionally.”

And even the soldiers of the infantry unit who joined a while ago.

This seems to have been arranged by his father. It’s worth listening to the virtuoso.

“We will take over Lady Ariete.”

Lastly, even the knights in each unit. They decided to act with Ar.

“Just in case, I will lead the reserve and stand by.”

“Thank you. But know this, Erwin. Ar and I have to lose, not win. It’s not just about losing, it’s about losing well. Shouldn’t you be impatient and send support hastily?”

“Don’t worry, come back safely. The division commander said that at least there should be extenuating circumstances.”

I don’t think my brother will be able to joint his men just because I’m slightly injured. Let’s sell our worries

Come on, let’s go! To catch the Koenigsen! If you succeed, you can hold enemies here.

We could even go further and put an end to this goddamned Summer Offensive sooner!