[West Bank of River Shijian]
After the loss of the ferry on the Magit Island side, the ferry on this side of River Shijian's west bank was completely exposed to enemy artillery fire.
Thus, the White Mountain County Troops abandoned the riverbank ferry, retreated a distance, and reestablished a stronghold behind the river dike, confronting the United Provincials' batteries from afar.
"...The situation is just as you see, the United Provincials have burned down the ferry, cutting off our reinforcement and supply routes to the island. Our people, those still alive, have all retreated into Bishop's Castle..."
Woods lay on the reverse slope of the river dike, explaining the situation to his senior.
Upon hearing the term "United Provincials," Mason felt a bit awkward.
However, Woods Frank was completely unaware of this, his mind entirely occupied with "how to rescue the trapped troops on the island," eager to explain everything to the other party in one breath.
