C539 Provocation(last part)

Despite a lingering sense of dissatisfaction, Bird understood that some things simply couldn't be rushed. So when Stirt arrived, he had no choice but to lead his troops in a slow, reluctant withdrawal. As they departed, a fresh barrage of curses erupted behind them. The harsh words made Bird's skin crawl with goosebumps—such unpleasantness was hard to bear.

"Damn