Laharpu saw Montenotte Town through his telescope.
Sounds of battle came from the southeast direction, and it seemed very close.
Laharpu made a decisive command: "Vanguard, begin the siege immediately, don't wait for the cannon!"
The Messenger Soldier immediately dashed off.
Laharpu continued to urge the troops around him: "Put more effort into it! I know you are all exhausted!"
Laharpu's troops had taken a much longer and roundabout route, bypassing Altare and then turning along the valley to appear before Montenotte.
This route was much longer than the distance Davout's troops had marched yesterday and today combined.
Laharpu's soldiers were already worn out, but fortunately, their morale was exceptionally high with a strong will to fight.
Shouts and cries of battle came from the vanguard, Laharpu immediately stopped observing his troops and redirected his telescope towards Montenotte.
