Losing a dungeon was the same as losing a fortress. It was the same as opening up a gap in the defense of territory.
"This will make it easier for my lord to control Mongolia. Your plan to expand into China will become easier."
Hearing his assistant's words, the smile on Duke Vassago's face vanished.
"That means it will also be easier for Lady Alyna. That bitch must have also seen this opportunity. Do you still believe that this plan will go easily, Miriam?"
The woman gasped, then prostrated herself while hitting her head hard on the floor. She realized she had just given the wrong compliment.
"I believe Lord Vassago is capable of defeating Lady Alyna. That woman is not as great and brilliant as you."
Duke Vassago clicked his tongue. Miriam squeezed his hand.
"I'm sorry if I misspoke, my lord," she hurriedly apologized, before her master grew even more displeased.
