The atmosphere in the city of Agrinion became increasingly oppressive. When more than a dozen people were publicly executed in the early morning, the angry crowd finally couldn't bear it and vented their grievances against the rebels who ruled the city. They didn't care about the so-called orthodoxy and orthodoxy.

No, people only care about whether they can have bread to fill their stomachs, but the people who enslaved them are no longer willing to give them even a little ration.

The angry protests only resulted in indifferent bows and arrows and cruel swords and guns. After the bloody massacre in the slums, Romanus no longer had any psychological burden and did not hesitate to issue an order to suppress the democratic revolution.

"Very good, it seems that you are already familiar with the road." Seeing the panicked citizens fleeing like rats into the dirty alleys, Muswar said to his student with a half-smile.

At this time, the face facing him was no longer the stupid and hesitant face, but was replaced by a cold iron mask. This Kipchak mask full of exotic prairie style was carefully selected by Musvar and covered with Roman

Nusi's face covered his

The shocking burns added a bit of chilling air. Previously, the citizens of Agrinion gave their lord a new nickname "Rebel", but now Romanus's actions and the Kipchak mask have completely changed his mind.

It goes well with this nickname.

A dull voice came from under the mask, "How is the situation now?"

"It's very bad. No wonder those unscrupulous people outside dared to cause trouble. That useless guy Zeodor Cephalon lost his life in the South Pass." Musvar said the bad news casually,

But he didn't seem to be worried at all. The southern pass is the last gateway to Agrinion. The Thessalian army marching from the Avinos Valley controls this place, and the city of Agrinion will have no barrier.

"Why so fast?" Romanus was a little confused. Although the distance from Thessaly to Agrinion was not far, the other party's movement was beyond his expectation.

"What's surprising? The light cavalry of the Tanbei and Trikala families have always been the backbone of the old prince's support. Their war horses are all good at mountain marching. According to the scout report, which was a whole day late, the opponent only spent

It took one day and one night to cross the treacherous neck of the river valley, while our General Zeodose was still very drunk in the camp."

"He should be glad that he is dead, otherwise I would cut off his head and soak it in a wine vat." Romanus said solemnly.

"There is no need for such superfluous harsh words, Your Highness!" Muswar called his students this time, "The important thing is what should we do next?"

"Destroy them, the South Pass must be taken back." Romanus said sternly under the mask.

But Musvar objected, "We should continue to hold on. Your father has sent reinforcements south, and the Venetians will also help us. As long as they arrive, Justinian and the Thessaly fools will

You will die without a burial place." Although the South Pass was lost, the Thessalian army, composed entirely of light cavalry, could not threaten Agrinion for a while, and it was undoubtedly more advantageous to hold on.

Romanus didn't think so at all, "If I face my father in my current posture, everything will be over for me. Those guys from Tambei and Trikala came from afar and just fought another battle.

They should be exhausted by now. After winning the victory, they will definitely become careless and relax their vigilance. This is our good opportunity." The iron-faced nobleman made up his mind. At this moment, he no longer had the hesitation and family affection he had in the past.

The decision of killing has already influenced this young man.

Musvar looked at his students noncommittally, and behind him, several Cuman mercenaries seemed eager to try. Obviously, the grown-up Romanus was no longer as controlled by him as before. The Saracen man no longer stopped, but

He smiled and said: "Then I wish you success, Your Highness."

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Outside the plain south of the city, as night fell, the armies of Tanbei and Trikala chose to camp nearby. They won the battle during the day. The two cavalry worked together to overwhelm the rebel defenses and kill the local general. They captured the enemy in one go.

After receiving a large amount of baggage, the whole army was excited. The soldiers who had been tired for a long time were finally able to find a place to rest and recharge their batteries. It was an especially quiet night.

Inside the military tent, the two earls leading the troops still did not rest, but looked at the map on the table in front of them.

"According to His Highness Justinian's plan, the other two armies must have set off now!" Talanit stroked the rough surface of the map and predicted.

Bunonius nodded, "Yes, our mission as suspects has been completed, let's see how he surprises us." Although he had a general understanding of Justinian's plan.

, but up to now, the two earls are still not completely sure of victory. They can only choose to believe in Justinian.

"So you asked the soldiers to sleep with their clothes on tonight?" Talanit suddenly raised his head and asked. He had heard the complaints from his subordinates before. Under the order of Count Bunonius, everyone must sleep with them.

The horses slept together, unable to even take off their armor, with bows and arrows on their waists and spears on their hips, making the soldiers miserable.

"You have to be vigilant before your footing is established. That's what the boy told me before he left. Although he is still very immature in some places, he has to say that he is more experienced than us in this aspect. He is indeed a 'little fox'!" Buonius!

He said with emotion that he originally thought that he could have a peaceful sleep after killing the rebels today and fled in panic, but he always felt that Justinian's warning was somewhat reasonable, so for the sake of safety, he still ordered the army to maintain the highest alert.

Talanit nodded after hearing this, "It's better to be cautious. I'll arrange some secret sentries later."

As soon as he finished speaking, suddenly there was a sound of killing outside the camp, and for a moment the fire illuminated the outside of the tent.

The expressions of the two earls suddenly changed, "Not good!"

No matter how high-spirited the soldiers in the army were after their previous victories, this raid was beyond their expectations, and this was precisely the situation they were most afraid of.

Fortunately, they had made preparations in advance. Although it was not complete, it was better than nothing at all.

The soldiers of Thessaly were awakened by the noise in the camp. They were secretly glad that they did not sleep in the tents, but chose to accompany their horses. This feeling was uncomfortable, but after seeing the situation in front of them, they

All dissatisfaction disappeared.

When the enemy attacks the camp, there is nothing more important than being prepared.

Immediately, the cavalrymen of Tanbei and Trikala picked up their weapons and mounted their horses. Each of them brought two horses, so as long as their mounts could gallop, they would still have fighting power and would never become

Fish and meat left to be slaughtered.

Facts have proved that this is indeed the case. When the Cumans raided the camp, he was shocked to see that the Greeks who greeted him were not sleeping Greeks. He couldn't help being angry. This was completely different from what Romanus said to him.

But now he can only bite the bullet!

"Fire rockets!"

One tent after another was set alight for the Cuman cavalry. This was originally intended to make the Greek camp more chaotic, but it was insignificant in the face of the Thessalian cavalry, which was already prepared to enter combat. Two elite cavalry were shouting to kill.
Chapter completed!