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Chapter 200

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Under the blows of the military cudgel, the sound of miserable cries rose and fell.

Meanwhile, Saul's strategist, having traveled among various parties, persuaded a few other generals to go to Stanley to negotiate for peace.

"Commander Morris, now that the bad apple is gone, please don't blame Saul any further."

"The Southern Battalion fought valiantly; it would be a shame not to let them join the army," one of the generals said.

Jane leisurely sipped her coffee, her eyes cold and distant. After the punishment ended, she placed the cup down.

"Proceed with the attack on Romenia's capital. The Southern Battalion will serve in the vanguard and redeem their wrongs through merit."

These words left the other troop leaders stunned.

-

Out of the forty or so men, only Shane survived.

Hearing that Stanley was willing to keep the Southern Battalion and even make them the vanguard, Saul breathed a sigh of relief, feeling as if a great treasure had been obtained.

He cupped his hands and s
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