Chronicles of an Imperial Legionary Officer Box Set (Books 1-3) by Marc Alan Edelheit

Chronicles of an Imperial Legionary Officer Box Set (Books 1-3) by Marc Alan Edelheit

Author:Marc Alan Edelheit [Edelheit, Marc Alan]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2021-03-31T06:00:00+00:00


NINETEEN

“Are you sure you wish to meet our enemy?” Stiger asked Braddock, looking sideways at the dwarf. Stiger had intentionally emphasized the word ‘our’ to reinforce to the thane that General Kryven’s army was not just an enemy to the empire, but also now to the dwarves as well. Stiger felt a shiver of concern, recalling what Ogg had said about the thane meeting the ‘real’ enemy.

“I do,” Braddock said. “I wish to put a face to the enemy who would dare to covet Grata’Kor.”

The legionaries manning the defensive line were looking at the dwarves curiously. Word of their arrival had spread quickly and many found any excuse to come by and gawk. Sergeant Blake and Ranl were doing a good job sending them on their way.

“You are a man who understands defense,” Ogg said, gazing about at the fortification with appreciation.

“I mean to give the enemy a hot reception,” Stiger said. “If they want to reach Vrell, they will have to earn it.”

Braddock nodded appreciatively, examining the elaborate defenses the legionaries had erected. Stepping up to the barricade, he looked down at the trench below and whistled.

“I would not want to fall down there,” Braddock said to a legionary, who was manning the barricade.

“No, sir. It would not end well if you did.” The legionary eyed the dwarf warily.

Braddock barked a laugh and clapped the legionary on his armored shoulder. The legionary almost staggered under the friendly but powerful blow.

“This is good ground you selected,” Braddock addressed Captain Stiger. “An excellent choice. I approve.”

“I hope the enemy likes it enough to try and take it from me,” Stiger said.

“Open the gate!” he yelled as he put his helmet on, tying the chin strap in place. Looking over at the dwarves, he had a funny feeling about the coming parley. He wondered how General Kryven would react to his new allies.

Several men stepped forward and struggled, grunting with effort as they lifted the gate back and to the side, opening the way. Planking was run out, bridging the trench. Stiger, Eli, Blake, Braddock and Garrack started forward. Father Thomas had once again elected to remain behind, as did Ogg.

Garrack, realizing Ogg was not coming, stopped and turned toward the wizard with a questioning look. “Aren’t you coming?”

“I believe I shall remain,” Ogg said. A mad look overcame him and he grinned crazily. “I would like a word with the good paladin here. We have business. Don’t worry, Father, I promise to stay out of trouble.”

Garrack shot Ogg a concerned look before shaking his head and following after the others.

Stiger saw that General Kryven was waiting as before with his two officers. Seated, he was looking off to the side, legs crossed, seemingly unconcerned about the forthcoming parley. Stiger knew it was all show. As they approached, one of the general’s officers, Ithax, saw them. With a start, he excitedly leaned forward to speak to the general. Kryven turned to look at them then leapt to his feet in a rage, his chair falling backward.



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