Almost fourteen days passed since Asmodeus and the Demon knights left Grimholt, and Alan finally completed his arduous preparations. He handed the management over to a trusted aide while he rode atop his trusted warhorse.
His gaze trailed over the mass of knights and soldiers who would follow him into battle.
'Five thousand and seventy-nine men answered the call.'
Their eyes watched him with expectation, adoration, and worship.
They were ready to die for him if he ordered them to, not just because he was their hero, but because of everything Alan had done in the past five years to support the people. Alan spent most of his additional funds on helping the people of Grigor.
He funded schools for orphans and workshops for those who couldn't afford to eat, and most of his fortune went to enrich Grigor. The duke's popularity skyrocketed. He also ensured that the soldiers received proper training and equipment. Their morale was high, and they were ready to follow him into battle.
