"You're correct, Mr. Brand. Indeed, my brother's army enters the South from the North, with only two paths available—if we secure the support of the Holy Temple and the Guild—or at least ensure their neutrality, then the Northern nobles will have no choice but to pass through the mountains of Anlek—"
"So, you aim to ally with Anlek by marriage, thus forcing the Northern nobles—no matter how aggressive—to face reality. In mountain battles, they are no match for Anlek. In this way, the South and North attack and defend in reverse, making Viero, Golan-Elsen, and Karasu secure and naturally aligning with the Royalist—if not the Anlek alliance. Advance to attack, retreat to defend, and over time, the Kerkova Royal Family will certainly rise to prominence."
Brand raised his head, not a trace of joy in his eyes. "Then, in advance, congratulations to the Princess."
