Making Next Move

June 14th, 1693 – Fort Rochevelle

The fort had been transformed into a hub of royalist activity. Engineers worked day and night to repair damaged walls and reinforce key defensive positions. Fresh supplies flowed in from nearby towns, and new recruits joined Bruno's ranks by the hundreds.

In the fort's command chamber, Bruno met with his senior officers. General Berthold unrolled a large map of the region on the table.

"Fort Serrant lies forty miles to the southeast," Berthold said, tracing a route with his finger. "It's the next logical target. However, scouts report an increased Republican presence in the surrounding area. It seems they're finally reinforcing their defenses."

"Reinforcements, or something more?" Antoine Leclerc asked. "There's been talk of a high-ranking general leading the effort."