Chapter 17, Different Reactions_1

The Warhammer Kingdom was plunged into fear at the terrible news of the fall of Augustusburg.

As an old neighbour, they knew all too well what Augustusburg stood for.

Despite their current alliance, the two kingdoms had often been at war before the arrival of the Orcs.

More than once, the two nations had fought over the region around Augustusburg.

Just look at a map, and you'll see that Augustusburg is not only the northern gateway of the Moxi Duchy, but also the hub of the northeastern region of the Warhammer Kingdom.

The collapse of the Moxi Duchy's defence also caused vulnerabilities in the Warhammer Kingdom's Northern Border Defense.

If the Orc army changes direction and attacks, they would find it difficult to resist and may have to withdraw their defense line.

"Strategic Retreat" sounds harmless, but the cost of implementing it could bring anyone to tears.

Giving up large pieces of land is one thing, but the serious threat lies in being entirely on the backfoot.