I Became a Genius Commander at the Academy

Chapter 338

EP.338

Command barracks immediately after the end of the siege.

Although the Reich Imperial Army, commanded by Peter Jaeger, succeeded in climbing up the walls of Veneta, it failed to cross and occupy the walls and was forced to retreat.

Therefore, when tomorrow dawns, I have to climb up that horribly high 6-meter wall all over again from the beginning.

The atmosphere between the commanders and staff gathered here was not bad at all; it was very good.

“If only the sun hadn’t set, we would have taken over Veneta Castle.”

“Still, thanks to Brigadier General Werner and Major General Laura’s proper judgment and continued push, didn’t they kill at least 10,000 militiamen?”

“Morale will be at a very low point. Also, when we go to fight, there might be someone who puts down his spear and runs away as soon as he encounters us.”

Social life means that when working with other people at work, there are times when you have to make an effort to smile and pretend to be happy even when the situation is not good.

The officers gathered here now smiling and saying that we can fight better tomorrow are by no means empty words or pretense.

Although this is my first proper siege war during my nearly 15 years of military service, according to what I learned while studying war at the Staff College.

Even though it took a lot of time to attack smaller castles, there were many cases where they could not even overcome the castle walls.

Well, even if it wasn’t impregnable, the castle was quite tall and strong.

Moreover, since the clue to occupying Veneta Castle, which is also the capital of a principality, was obtained in just one day, honestly, if the officers ask, they should loosen their military discipline and hold a celebration at least tonight.

Even though the results haven’t come out, it’s a big milestone that’s worth it.

However, since no one said to rest on a good day like today, it would be right to come up with a plan to destroy that castle as soon as possible.

“Now everyone, pay attention.”

The officers stopped talking and looked at me.

“When advancing on horseback into enemy territory, once you get the momentum, isn’t it more effective to just push on? So, Commander Bon has devised a way to steer the trend of the day, break the enemy’s morale, and quickly capture the castle.”

I said so and handed out to the generals a brief report written by the commander’s headquarters staff.

“According to the testimony of officers including Captain Randel, Brigadier General Werner, and Major General Laura, who were the first to reach the castle today, the soldiers guarding the walls of Castle Veneta are weaklings who have not received proper training. “They said that his fighting ability was almost like a scarecrow and his morale was very low.”

Some of the officers looked at me wondering why I was saying such an obvious thing.

It’s completely understandable. Everyone here is a person who felt and witnessed firsthand that the combat power of the militia was extremely low during the last fight on the Brito Plain.

“If you make regular soldiers, or even scarecrows with spears, unable to sleep, they will collapse on their own even with the slightest help. Then, there will be fewer sacrifices for our allies who die while attacking the castle. very good!”

“I didn’t like the guys who were hiding and holding on, relying only on the damn castle walls. If Captain Jaeger’s plan is used, that castle wall will likely turn into a tomb for them. “I’m sure.”

“Of the soldiers who move at night, except for archers, crossbowmen, and wizards, there is no need to fight, so why not manufacture more catapults and use more catapults?”

At those words, I clapped my hands.

“Okay then, our future strategy will be like this. First of all, tomorrow I’ll take a full rest like I said. You guys should go to sleep quickly too. You can feel free to do anything except drinking. And at 8 a.m. the next morning, we will reward Captain Randel, who was the first to reach the castle today, so all generals above the rank of brigadier general can come out.”

**

The next morning at 8 o’clock in the square in front of the commander’s barracks.

After the reading of the contents of the long award certificate of Lieutenant General Hindenheim, who served as the deputy commander of this expeditionary force, Captain Randel came up.

“Loyalty! “Captain Randel Mayer of the 12th Division of the Reich Army!”

There were so many people named Randel within the empire that I didn’t recognize him, but the Randel who appeared before me was Sergeant Randel, who had said that he would marry his fiancé if he returned alive from the Battle of Gunrichen.

The last time I heard from the 7th Division about 6 years ago, I was told he was a second lieutenant, and he was promoted very quickly.

Still, I asked vaguely just in case.

“Are you really Sergeant Randel, who said he would marry his fiancé when he returns from Richen?”

“Yes that’s right.”

“This is a really great relationship. When the war is over, come visit the Marquis Jaeger’s residence in Reichburg. “It would be nice to have a drink together and talk about old times.”

“It is an honour.”

After a brief chat between the two of us, I attached an eagle symbolizing a major to his hat and shoulder epaulettes and attached a medal to his chest.

“Commander Bonn pays tribute to the indomitable spirit and prowess shown by Major Randel Meyer of the 12th Division. Accordingly, under the authority of the commander of the Reich Imperial Army, I order a special promotion to the first rank and reward him with the Gold Cross of 500 gold.”

And that day, while eating with Laura Charlotte Anya, I brought up the story of Randel and told her in detail about my relationship with him.

The next day, the siege that had started in the morning was fought again with great intensity, and when night fell, I immediately gave an order.

“Prepare for field battle! Bring out the prisoners. Bows, crossbows, ballistas, and catapults are all brought out! “They won’t be able to sleep a wink from now on!”

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