by N. C. Reed
Banner after banner moved in the wind as the long column of soldiers moved south, snaking along more than one road. He had men watching them all, counting as they went. Lowering the glass once more he frowned at the insistent shaking. Acknowledging that their position was no longer tenable, he pulled back, eliciting a sigh of relief from his companion. The two slipped down the hill to their waiting horses and were soon on their way, galloping to stay well ahead of the scouts behind them.
Near dusk they met with the rest, some miles further south though still behind enemy lines. Using an abandoned barn for shelter, Parsons collected information from the others and compiled it into one report on his map. The news was bad.
At least thirty thousand Imperial troops were marching into the Tinsee Valley, on their way to join the Imperial Army threatening Soulan. At least that many because none of his men had gotten close enough to ensure there weren't more behind them. The Nor were being very careful, scouting far and wide to screen their movements from men just like him.
He examined the map for some time before making his decision. This had to get to the prince.
“We head back in the morning,” he ordered. “Set a guard, two hour watches, no fire. We'll eat good when we get home, but it's hardtack and jerky tonight, boys, or we'll have Nor heathen on us before morning.”
No on argued. Parson looked at the map and his notebook once more before putting it away. He hoped his prince had a plan for this.
Because an entire new army headed their way would change everything.
THE END
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