“Are you finally ready to take things seriously, Alec?” Arthur asked. “Nah, not really, but I am ready to make sure they don’t escape alive,” Alec replied calmly, Agnes glanced at both of them, more confused than ever, uncertain of what hidden trump card Alec had that gave him such confidence. Three thousand goblin soldiers were no small number, facing them with only five hundred mages felt suicidal, yet Alec looked as relaxed as ever, Agnes wished he would share his plans, if only to ease the creeping panic spreading through the squad. Just then, Bryan rode forward on his horse, his face tense. “Hey, no offense, Alec, but what’s the plan? We need to be prepared for this next wave, they’re coming hard at us, and I’m sure you already know that,” Bryan Lanzt said. “You seem like the cun

