Chapter 326: Full-Scale Conflict Erupts

Upon realizing the adverse situation, Martha Earl retreated very decisively.

Even Jia Siwei did not expect that Martha Earl would directly lead her people to scatter and leave. Nevertheless, the battle ended in defeat, and a significant loss of troops ensued.

Locally, Martha Earl's reputation began to encounter some problems. However, Jia Siwei's reputation was even more problematic, as people said he was indifferent to others' deaths and did not offer help during the national war.

Even with war orders issued by the Royal Family, no one would listen to such explanations.

The reason was simple: Jia Siwei's military strength was just too overpowering at the moment. On the face of it, as long as Jia Siwei had been willing to help, the battle could have been easily won without any loss to himself.

As for the future, how many could see so far ahead?

The common people could not see that far; they could only see the present and their suffering.