January 13th, 1693 – Mont Verdain
Prince Bruno stood in the war council chamber of the Governor's Hall. Around him, his officers and advisors, including General Berthold, Captain Vallier, and Governor DuPont, waited for his plan. Outside, the sounds of soldiers making preparations for the night echoed through the fortress walls.
Bruno placed his hands firmly on the large map spread across the table. His finger traced the route from Mont Verdain to the port city of Loretto.
"We're not waiting for the enemy to regroup," Bruno said firmly. "If we stay here, they'll eventually reinforce and hit us with everything they have. We're going to take the fight to them."
There was a murmur of surprise among the officers. General Berthold spoke first.
"Your Highness, you mean to attack their base of operations at Loretto?"
