Celestina Shoukan

Chapter 10 - Fall of Louria Kingdom

The Louria Kingdom, Capital City Jin-Hark, 12th May 1523

"... And that's the end of the report of the failed invasion of Qua-Toyne...."

The War Council was filled with chatters. Around 100.000 personnel are captured, 600 Wyverns are captured or annihilated, and 340.000 personnel are dead. The Eastern Vassal Army, along with the local lords, also either dead or surrendered to the Celestina Empire.

"Lord Hem, the report states that the attack by Celestina used magic weapons?"

"Hmm... I'm afraid I do not have such knowledge, General Dann. Why don't you ask Court Magician Etel-dono?"

Etel thinks about the report statement and the possibility of it.

"The legends... arrow that can chase you... ancient magic... guided light bullets. Could it be... Celestina is Ravernal Empire?!"

The deduction surprises everyone present, and General Dann feels shocked, knowing it makes sense. However, Hem makes a different thought.

"If it was indeed Ravernal Empire, they won't approach us to make a diplomatic relationship. And accordingly, when the Empire revives itself, the sky will be momentarily filled with darkness."

"As for recent events, there was a moment where there the night turned into a day for the brief moment... But, I also agree with Lord Hem . To bring up such a name in a hasty decision, my apologies."

"Ahem... Certainly, it was an amorous name to bring it up."

"For now, let's strengthen defenses around the capital. I expect they will be coming to attack us at any moment."

"But... What are we going to say to His Majesty about this matter...?"

Turning to the Envoy from the Papaldia Empire, Hem places their last straw on them.

"Oh, Envoy of Papaldia Empire. Our country is in peril. Will you lend us our aid just this once?"

The envoy silent first and later decides to answer as requested once one of the officers is wearing hood, whispering something to him.

"Your incompetent King is always saying 'resting' and 'resting'. We have crossed a dangerous bridge to invest in your interest as we stand to gain something in return once the Rodenius Continent has been unified. But, as currently, you got nothing to offer... We have no interest in Louria's survival. As such, we will excuse ourselves."

They didn't know how to report this kind of failure to the Louria King. Furthermore, they start collecting the report and one of the best points is there is news of the Celestina Empire is marching towards the capital from the south. General Dann immediately mobilize the Capital Defenses to be prepared for an incoming attack from Celestina Empire.

Due to the Louria's expertise in land warfare, they believe they can repel Celestina's army.

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14th May, Morning

The soldiers of Louria are changing the guards that are guarding the capital gates last night. They found no abnormality during the night and were about to be exchanged by the morning duty.

"Thank you for your hard work."

"You're welcome."

They change their guards in the morning and when the sunlight brights up the ground, they were surprised for what they have seen. Celestina Army already lay siege on the capital 12 km South and this makes them immediately ring the bell to sortie the soldiers.