The argument that Hardion should be defeated with overwhelming force and the argument that there should be no room for excuses clashed.
But overall, the latter opinion was dominant. Of course, since they all gave full authority to Yusuf, everything was decided by Yusuf's will regardless of their opinions.
As the appointed time approached, Carl looked back at the fourteen men awaiting his orders.
As always, in front of everyone.
"Our goal is already more than half achieved."
Carl spoke calmly, his voice neither loud nor soft.
"By order of His Majesty the Emperor, the goal of subjugating the Salgarez mercenary group that threatens the Empire's territory and people is at hand."
Carl did not confuse his goals.
He clearly understood that the war of nerves with Tumaria was merely a means, and that the ultimate goal was to subdue the Salgarez mercenary group, which was why he had come here.
