Chapter 51: Verifying Answers
The battle on the hills ended in an overwhelming victory.
The Gotilova had the terrain advantage, and the Atururu excelled in speed and manoeuvring compared to the Ghafur cavalry, who were slower and heavier. The result might have been obvious from the start.
After the pursuit we decided to return to the capital, escorted by the Atururu. The Gotilovas will be going back to their own territory. Well, the Gotilova tribe didn’t bring their horses with them, so I’m surprised they even made it to the hill.
I have completely lost the touring party and there must be some confusion in the capital about my safety. I need to return before the Chancellor and the Chief of the Ministry of Ceremonies do something unnecessary.
The problem was how I should act once I return. The Chancellor and Regent factions will blame me, and I have the chance to reduce that criticism… but I will be eliminated if I overdo it.
Since I had abandoned the small fortress while I was fleeing, I had Timona prepare a regular carriage for me to return in.
This one had no annoying rules unlike the small fortress. It was a good opportunity to talk with Timona and Rosalia about how they should act once they return to the capital, so we all got into the same carriage but…
… there was a stranger here with us.
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