The lieutenant looked confused. Why in the world would they open the fortress gates and head outside? He lacked the sharp perception of the battlefield that Grant possessed.

“The skill of those fighting down there is impressive. If they continue to fight until they fall, the monster numbers will be significantly reduced.”

Hiding his own reluctance behind others’ lives, the lieutenant’s words made Grant’s lips twitch with displeasure.

“If you don’t prepare to open the gates right now, I’ll slice off your head first.”

“…Understood, sir.”

As the officers stationed around the fortress conveyed Grant’s command, the soldiers began to …