The noble's son's corpse was left alone when Smite moved back towards his comrades. He was felt a little bit disappointed since he preferred to get the ransom rather than got nothing like this. However, Smite could already guess that the result would be like this when he saw the outpost's commander.
Since the enemy already knew that the war would happen soon, Smite had to adjust the strategy. Smite began to explain his revised plan. Previously, Smite relied heavily on the surprise attack. However, that element was now gone.
After 30 minutes later, Smite finished his explanation and looked towards the outpost. He could already see the enemies were ready for him.
"Attack!!" Smite said.
With that command, all of the soldiers on Gaia's side started to march forward. Smite was at the most front and led everyone. However, they stopped when they were almost entered the enemy's ranged and magic unit's attack range.