Chapter 369: Chrysanthemum War II (10)
The cavalrymen carried out the order they were given faithfully as they pursued the escapees half-assedly.
Of course, it was half-assed from our perspective, but the prisoners had to run barefoot. To them, even cavalrymen that were approaching slowly were like the embodiment of fear itself. According to the report from the cavalry captain, the prisoners ran like hell.
“Your Highness, we have confirmed the prisoners entering Piacenza.”
The report was given by Baroness Juliana de Blanc. Her complexion looked haggard since she had just returned from pursuing the prisoners throughout the night.
“We shot arrows at them to make it seem as if we were truly chasing them. The unlucky ones got hit and collapsed. The guards of Piacenza witnessed that clearly as well, so it is unlikely that they will be suspected as spies.
“Good work, Baroness. You may get some rest.”
The Baroness gave her gratitude before leaving the office.
I asked a question once the Baroness had left.
“Laura, why did you intentionally give the prisoners to the Grand Duke? The prisoners know the real state of our army. This is no different than giving him free information.”