Robertio stands in front of his army, facing 20,000 men.

Robertio declares, "This is the moment. This is the moment we have been waiting for. A soldier waits for this moment, trains, and practices, risking his life for this event called war. War is just a word for others, but for a soldier, it's a great opportunity to prove his worth, his pride, to show what he has dedicated his entire life to. Let us show the world why we are called the Sound Empire..."

Robertio's speech seemed to have worked; everyone in the Sound Empire army becomes motivated and aggressive.

Robertio instructs his army general, "Send 20 ships to our enemy's country. We have to ensure that we control the sea."

The army general confidently responds, "Don't worry, my lord, we will dominate the sea."

Robertio thinks to himself, "We will win. After all, our army is much stronger than theirs."

Jebi observes the Sound Empire army approaching and makes a decision.

Jebi instructs his army general and some superior soldiers, "You guys will stay in the palace."

There are three superior officers and one army general, all of whom agree. However, they seem to be in fear, which Jebi notices by judging their reactions.

Jebi addresses their fear, "You guys seem to be terrified. Listen, I have a great escape plan. If something terrible happens, we will escape."

Although none of them reply, they seem to calm down.

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Jebi thinks to himself, "Now I should start the war."

Jebi commands, "Tell our 10,000 soldiers to attack the opponent."

The army general obediently responds, "As you wish."

Meanwhile, the entire army is disappointed with Jebi, as they are risking their lives while Jebi seems to be enjoying tea in the safety of the palace.

Cristy, who was with the main army outside the palace, is now heading into the castle.

Jebi is now on the roof of the palace, standing with a bow and arrow in hand.

In a few minutes, Jebi's armies are crushed by Robertio's army, like ants underfoot.

Robertio is on the battlefield, displaying superior skill compared to any other soldier. However, every time he kills, there's an expression on his face as if he's deeply sorry for taking the lives of the opposing soldiers. He understands that they are there fighting for their families, their responsibilities, and for others. They are aware that they could die at any moment, yet they bravely fight on as soldiers. This understanding leads to Robertio hesitating when he is killing them.

Jebi observes Robertio through an ancient binocular. He discerns the emotions behind Robertio's actions, understanding the complexity and humanity within the chaos of battle.

Jebi, aware of Robertio's hesitation, considers it a weakness, contrasting it with his own lack of hesitation when taking lives. He sees himself as a hollow man, an emotionless monster.

Jebi burns the tip of the arrow, then swiftly shoots it using his bow.

Meanwhile, the soldiers are engaged in combat in the forest, with only a small group, less than a thousand strong, in a vast paddy field. These soldiers are the most skilled fighters, the elite among the elite, and they are heading towards the palace with determination.

As the forest burns, engulfing everyone within it, Jebi himself had used petrol to ignite the flames, intending to burn the whole forest along with the people inside.

Amidst the chaos, a soldier of Robertio panics and says to him, "Your majesty, my brothers are dying inside…"

Robertio, though distressed, maintains his composure and responds, "They are my brothers too, but if we panic, we can't achieve anything. Yes, I remember they made cylinders that can stop the flames. Run and grab the cylinders. They will be hanging in every house."

Upon hearing this, every soldier in the paddy field runs towards the town, grabs a cylinder, and rushes back to the paddy field to combat the raging inferno.

As everyone rejoices for making it in time and saving most of the soldiers, they begin using the cylinders. However, to their horror, the fire starts growing faster the moment they start using the cylinders. Confusion and panic grip them as they struggle to understand what's happening.

Meanwhile, Jebi watches everything unfold from the palace with a sense of satisfaction.

Jebi reflects, "How does it feel to kill your own soldiers, Robertio? I bet he is wondering what's happening! It's simple. Arlov told me that Robertio has people in my country, so I spread false information that those cylinders contain carbon dioxide, which can stop the fire. But in truth, they contain oxygen! Oxygen can help the fire to grow."

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