The fact that this extremely risky and difficult step succeeded made Cliff value Gerard's opinions even more.
Hearing Gerard's words, Cliff smiled bitterly, "I didn't expect we'd have to use these garrison troops. If I had known, I wouldn't have been so hasty in sending them to Thorn Mountain. Now, with only two thousand garrison troops in Wales Castle, it's obviously impossible to take down the Carnation Knights."
Gerard suggested, "It doesn't matter. We've already disguised ourselves as the original high-ranking officials of this city. We can completely stabilize the Carnation Knights. When the rest of the garrison troops return from Thorn Mountain, we can find an opportunity to use them against the knights."
Cliff knew that Gerard must have a plan, and his eyes lit up as he inquired in detail.
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Under the tree outside the baron's mansion.
Carlotta and the others didn't wait long before Julia returned from her reconnaissance.
"Miss, I've figured out the situation."
