Barnes's forces reached Snow Eagle City's outskirts and completed the siege in just one night.
Three sides were sealed off, leaving only a gap on the west gate side.
But they didn't immediately assault the city, as if they were preparing something.
...
In the same military tent, the nobles of Snow Peak Prefecture gathered once again.
Unlike the previous meeting's comic relief, the hall now permeated with heavy atmosphere.
Earl Foss, who had thrown a drunken tantrum at the last meeting, now sat in complete silence.
He huddled in his chair like a quail, not daring to breathe too heavily.
Viscount Webster sat armored, his expression grave.
"The Snow Swearers come with fierce momentum—an estimated two thousand men, but the advantage is ours." Webster began, his gaze sweeping over everyone.
"Snow Eagle City has two thousand defenders, with over a thousand knights capable of combat. We still have a chance in direct battle.
But I suggest being conservative—defend the city."
