Her Graceful War Song novel Chapter 1364

Thomas had already received word from his scouts. Several mysterious groups had gathered outside Nerovia and were now heading toward Valken.

Long before this, he had received a report from Jacob. Jacob had warned him that Yuvan might feign surrender to lure them into the city for a trap, and then spring an ambush from within.

Thomas knew well that Yuvan was nothing more than a pawn in Nicholas' game.

With years of experience in intelligence and espionage, Thomas could piece together the situation with just a few key bits of information and devise a strategy accordingly.

Homer and Felix had initially remained in the capital, but yesterday they had suddenly moved to join him outside Valken. Thomas had been surprised at first—after all, the capital should have been the most dangerous place. Why would the two of them be sent here?

Felix explained that Carissa's mentor, Adrian, the leader of the Pathfinders Guild, had come to the capital, bringing with him many martial artists to aid their cause. After hearing that, Thomas felt relieved.

Typically, martial artists stayed out of political affairs, but if rebels threatened the peace, they would intervene. This had happened before.

Thomas didn't know much about others, but he was familiar with Adrian. The man was wise and brave, and highly skilled in the ways of the Ingenium Order—a faction renowned for their mastery of mechanical devices, traps, and innovative weaponry. He was particularly adept with mechanical weapons and contraptions, and he was the one who had improved the six-barreled matchlock.

With Adrian in the capital, Nicholas' plans were bound to fail.

Two days later, just as Jacob had predicted, someone from the city walls of Valken called out to Thomas and his troops.

"General Farrell, we have captured the traitors Prince Yuvan and Prince Harvey. Many officials and soldiers were misled by them, and they never intended to rebel. They have admitted their mistakes and only wish to atone and contribute. We ask that you come into the city and discuss terms, General Farrell."

The speaker was Samson, Fiona's older brother.

Through his long-range telescope, Thomas saw Wayne standing next to Samson.

Both Yuvan and Harvey were bound, with a large blade at their necks. Behind them stood several formidable soldiers. The two of them looked utterly disheveled, their hair tangled, clothes askew, as though they had just endured a struggle. Harvey's face bore clear finger marks, while Yuvan's face had a few bruises.

However, through his telescope, Thomas could see clearly that these injuries were faked. He was a master of disguising injuries himself, and he could easily see through such a ruse.