Chapter 47 Cristoia’s Appointment

"That's a good plan, but I doubt the Persians have the courage to stick around and attack us again," Zantiparis said with a hint of regret.

"Yes, those cowardly Persians are like rabbits," Timasion cursed, his voice filled with anger and frustration over the losses among his soldiers.

"Let me lead the soldiers around the mountain ridge!" Xenophon volunteered eagerly.

Hieronymus ' face darkened. He recalled Xenophon's previous reckless sortie that had resulted in significant losses among the troops.

"I believe Xenophon can handle it," Juleios immediately voiced his support.

"We don't have time to waste. We must act now, or we'll have to spend the night in the mountains!" Cleanor said urgently, glancing at the sky.

With that, Xenophon's proposal was quickly approved, and the leaders returned to organize their respective units.

Juleios lingered at the rear, lost in thought.