I don't really like the unnecessary additional plot about the guy and his loyal subject. If the author really wants it to be in, it should be at a later chapter.
I mean we r focusing on the plot of the war, i think that's more important.
Having the yaoi plot is just too distracting, it disturb the highlight of an important plot.
Maybe the intention of the author is for comedic purpose, but i think it is too force. It should be more mild still.