Starting With an SSS-Rank Swordsmanship Talent - Chapter 314

Chapter 314: Lucas Reveals His Power
A few days later, the loud war drums suddenly reverberated, awakening the soldiers who were still sleeping.

Everyone hurriedly got up to put on their armor and to prepare their equipment.

At this moment, Alaric had already assembled his troops with the rest of the battalions.

It is about time.

Alaric thought as he looked at Lucas who was standing in front of the gathered soldiers.

After everyone had gathered, the expressionless Lucas jumped onto his mount and shouted in a booming voice. “Let us depart at once!”

“Yes, my lord!” The soldiers responded sonorously.

With more than four thousand troops marching, the ground shook vigorously. Their intimidating presence scared monsters and humans alike, allowing the army a peaceful journey with no obstacles in their path.

The Grand Duke’s estate was located in a vast territory sitting next to the capital, Grateja. Due to its abundant resources and large population, it could already rival the major cities in the empire. However, unlike other cities which were jointly controlled by a few noble houses, Grateja was solely controlled by the Grand Duke!

Greteja was just a small village that was once part of Codera, but it had grown into a massive territory with considerable wealth and power! The person who had made this possible was the Grand Duke, Lloyd Astania!

After almost half a day of marching, the army finally saw the towering walls of Grateja.

Lucas raised his hand and observed the defenses of the territory.

They are well-prepared. How did they know that we would attack today?

He could see ballistas and mana cannons atop the walls. There were also hundreds of archers ready to rain them with arrows!

Alaric was right. It seems like what he said about there being a traitor is true, but who could it be? Is it one of the commanders sent to help us?

Thinking about this, he turned his head and swept his gaze at the Transcendents behind him.

“My lord, please give us the command! We will attack the gates as soon as you give the instructions!” Rendon spoke with unshakable confidence.

Hearing this, Lucas shook his head. With the enemy this prepared, attacking the gates would only result in heavy casualties.

“Calm down, Sir Rendon. As you can see, the enemies are more prepared than we have thought. We need to think of a way to besiege the gates without suffering heavy losses.”

Rendon realized his mistake and lowered his head. “You are wise, my lord.”

Lucas turned his gaze back to the walls while racking his brain.

Now, how should we deal with this?

While he was pondering his options, a warrior came to his side and reported. “My lord, Lord Alaric wishes to speak with you.”

Lucas’ eyes lit up when he heard this. “Bring him here.”

The warrior left and returned a moment later with Alaric.

Alaric saluted and opened his mouth.

“My lord, we should follow His Highness’ plan. He had already anticipated this so he formulated a follow-up strategy for this very situation…”

Lucas quietly listened while recalling the strategies written in the crown prince’s letter. What Alaric had said was indeed recorded in the letter.

However…

If we follow the plan, I will have to…

I see. I understand now…

Realization dawned on him. It was as if he had found the final piece of a puzzle.

Lucas no longer hesitated. He put on his helmet and issued a command. “I will destroy the gates by myself! Once the gates are destroyed, everyone must charge at once!”

They were stunned upon hearing this. They were aware that Lucas was formidable, but to destroy the gates of Grateja on his own? They felt that it was impossible!

Lucas ignored their baffled gazes. He didn’t wait for them to respond and urged his mount to charge.

Hiya! Hiya!

“Is he really planning to destroy the gates on his own?” The Transcendents hesitated as they watched their commander rush towards the gates by himself.

Excluding the warriors of House Silversword no one was aware of Lucas’ true power.

Just then, a heavy tyrannical aura descended like a storm!

“What is this immense power?!”

“This is not something a Transcendent Knight could wield!”

While everyone was reeling in shock, Rendon exclaimed in disbelief. “Lord Lucas is a Mythical Knight!”

As soon as his words fell into their ears, the soldiers were in an uproar.

Mythical Knights were beings of unrivaled strength! They have the power to dictate the life and death of an empire!

Steven almost shat his pants when he heard this.

Mythical Knight?! He is actually a Mythical Knight?!

His eyes shook with terror.

The reason he defected to the second prince’s faction was because he had seen Prince Giovanni’s power. He was also supported by many powerhouses and great families.

However, a single Mythical Knight was enough to destroy those people!

Luckily, I haven’t left the crown prince’s faction yet. No one should have discovered my identity so everything should be fine…

He tried to convince himself, but there was this uneasy feeling gnawing at him.

Suddenly, Lucas raised his sword, a large lump of metal that was taller than an adult male. With a seemingly casual strike, he brought upon tremendous force that caused a violent gust of wind that tore through the reinforced gates!

Boom!

The ground trembled as if a high-magnitude earthquake had struck the land.

Due to the immense power released by Lucas, a big portion of the walls fell apart along with its reinforced gates that were supposed to be impregnable.

“Stop gawking and charge with me while the enemies are still distracted!” Rendon bellowed to the stunned troops. He then squeezed his legs and urged his horse to rush out.

His words broke everyone from their stupor. They then raised their weapons and followed him while issuing loud battle cries!

So this is the strength of a Mythical Knight…

With a flabbergasted face, Alaric stared at the huge gap created by Lucas’ attack.