Luxembourg Fortress.
On the afternoon of the second day following Massena's feigned retreat to the west, Sult hastily knocked on the door of Bertier's office.
"Come in, please." Bertier put down the ammunition inventory data in his hand.
Sult raised his hat slightly, his expression stern, "General, I believe there have been significant changes in the battle situation."
"Please explain your reasoning."
"Firstly, the cannon fire to the north has ceased for more than a day now," Sult stated. "Secondly, the enemy troops surrounding the fortress have redirected more forces to the northwest, and the frequency of their attacks has noticeably decreased."
Previously, the southernmost point of engagement between the French Army and the Allied Forces, Brushe, was less than 10 kilometers from Luxembourg Fortress. Under favorable wind conditions, the fortress could faintly hear the roar of heavy artillery from over there.