A summons was issued to the cavalry commanders of the Central Army. However, they had consistently ignored their commands up to this point, and there was no way they would start heeding Seon-Hyeok’s orders now. The only ones who reluctantly answered the call were low-level officers of the cavalry units.

Those present looked embarrassed. It was true they were on the side of their cavalry companies, but they were wary of repeatedly being in these situations as they awaited a potential promotion.

“Is this it?”

Earl Drachen expressed neither anger nor disappointment. He simply spoke matter-of-factly. However, the atmosphere was unusual, and the people present found themselves shrinking back before they knew it.

“Our company commander had an urgent matter…”

“Our company commander as well…”

They instinctively felt that something terrifying might happen if they did not step forward and provide an excuse, and as such, they rushed forward to defend their commanders.

“Of course. I’m sure there’s nothing that could have been done. I’m sure it must have been so urgent that they repeatedly ignored the summons from their commanding officer.”

It was a simple response, but the low-level officers were slowly becoming convinced. They knew that this was the last opportunity being given by Earl Drachen.

“But it’d be nice if they...