Kohei had zero arguments or misgivings despite Barlin's demands.

Bowling his head, he said, "It's my honor to die to serve you, my lord! Don't worry, I will keep your secret even in the pain of death!"

Barlin nodded in satisfaction and told him, "Alright, cover my retreat as you suggested!"

"Yes, my lord!" Kohei replied, and promptly barked into his walkie, "Everyone fall in line! Cover me!"

At his order, the other vehicles moved into a single line behind their snow tractor, even as the Amer