“You don’t have to glare at Frederick like that. I’ve stood on the battlefield countless times with the 24th Regiment. I have no doubt that it’s our most reliable cavalry unit, but I also know better than anyone that it wouldn’t win in a frontal assault against the Sasteins.”

It seemed as though their victory had been too decisive and raised suspicions with the commander.

“If you’re worried about the royal family’s attention, then I can reassure you. I also don’t want a valuable person like you being taken away from the front lines and becoming involved in the intrigues at the capital. Please don’t worry about the news of this getting out.”

Seon-Hyeok breathed a sigh of relief and reset his expression. Another person had discovered his secret, but nothing had changed. It just meant that one more person would be sharing the glory of his feats. In addition, since he was simply looking out for himself, there was nothing for him to lose, no matter how many people shared the rewards.

“Please keep your promise.”

Of course, that was only true under the assumption that the promise would be kept as long as he needed it to. The commander looked straight at Frederick and comme...