Chapter 202: (Self Edited) The Battle at Yutan Pass*
On May 4th, Vilan Tomin had arrived at Yutan Pass. Yutan Pass, crafted to navigate around the tall mountains and glaciers of the White Wolf Mountain Range, twists and turns at the base of sharp peaks. The glaciers form crevasses, making it impossible to use as a road for carriages. The border area features a road crossing a gently sloping path, easy enough to walk up.
At the center point of the mountain range, the altitude was high, surpassing the limit where low shrubs could grow, leaving no trees in sight. There was no soil, only expanses of bare rock with patches of scale-like gravel scattered around. The temperature was low, and snow remained in the hollows, forming small snowfields. Fortunately for Vilan, there were no soldiers from the Noza Household, only the Tomin Household at this location.
This spot was completely closed off by wind and snow during the winter, making it unsuitable as a base. The defensive position capable of blocking the road is situated a bit further up the slope on the Noza Household’s territory. Here, only a large sign indicating the border stood amidst the desolate foothills. Vilan had avoided conflict at the checkpoint by demanding they open the gate and let him through, reaching this point. Inside the tent set up the previous day, logs were burning.
“Gonzo. Are you cold?” (Vilan)
“Not cold.” (Gonzo)
Gonzo was warming his hands by the fire. He wore a thick, worn-out coat over chainmail, and on top of that, simple armor covering his chest and torso. Everything was oversized.
“Good. You need to kill well today. Got it?” (Vilan)
“Gonzo will fight.” (Gonzo)
“Only when I give the signal. When I say kill, you kill.” (Vilan)