The King

  Beida City, Governor's Mansion.

   When the news reached Earl Pierce, the war had already come to an end, leaving only groups of cold numbers.

  " Pass down the order to get all the navy officers and soldiers on vacation to return to their positions and be ready to attack at any time.

   Order all water surface forces along the coast of the southeastern province to pay close attention to the traces of this foreign pirate fleet and report the situation immediately.

  The griffin cavalry in the territory were also sent out to search the sea. I don't believe that a fleet can fly from the sky! "

   Earl Pierce ordered angrily.

  At the door of his own house, he fought the enemy in a daze, and lost hundreds of navy officers and soldiers. In the end, he didn't even know the identity of the enemy.

   After suffering such a big loss, how can the Dalton family still hang out at sea if they don’t find out the enemy and kill them to make an example of them?

  As for the cause of the conflict, it is no longer important now, and there is no reason to fight pirates.

   "Uncle, the trade in the northern waters is underdeveloped, and the strength of the pirates entrenched is mostly limited. These pirates who don't know the rules should come from the central and southern seas.

   Pirates rely on a deep understanding of the sea area, and generally stay in the area where they are active, and rarely act across borders.

   This group of pirates suddenly went north, and it is understandable that our people did not find out in advance.

  Although the fleet suffered a lot in the battle, it also proved our control over the southeast coast from the side.

  Being able to find the traces of the enemy as soon as they broke in proves that the people below still put their heart into it.

  If it weren't for this naval battle, the enemy would be exposed. If these guys attack our ports or overseas islands, they will be a big threat! "

   Viscount Cayo spoke persuasively.

  With Hudson's rise all the way, he, the sheriff of Wyton, was no longer in the fief, and went back to assist Earl Pierce in handling family affairs.

  Half of the family needs for development, and the other half is forced out.

  Governor Pierce was worried that his young nephew would be instigated by outsiders to do stupid things, so he simply put him by his side to train him.

   Facts have proved that this decision is very correct. After handling government affairs for two years, Viscount Cayo's ability has also undergone earth-shaking changes.

   "Alas, the situation is difficult!

  The outbreak of the continental war is already very unfavorable to the family, but now a mysterious pirate has emerged, threatening our maritime interests.

   That's all, let's clean up the pirates first. The direction of the continental war is not something we can decide.

  There are not many places for pirates to hide on the southeast coast. As long as they don't leave, they will be able to find them.

  Send someone to prepare a generous gift, and ask Earl Hudson to help.

   Forget it, you might as well go there yourself. Lower your posture a little, even if you can't invite people, let the dragon go to the sea for a lap. "

   Earl Pierce said solemnly.

  During the peaceful era, the Dalton family was the overlord of the southeastern province, and their overall strength was able to hold down the Koslow family.

   Farming step by step, this advantage can last for decades, or even hundreds of years.

  But once it entered the war period, the situation changed.

  The Koslow family, who were originally at a disadvantage, suddenly became special because of the existence of Hudson, a famous mainland general.

  The change in the situation forced Earl Pierce to carefully handle the relationship between the two families. At the very least, you must ensure that you cannot leave it to the other party on the surface, for your own reasons.

   "Uncle, it's just a group of pirates, there's no need to owe a favor, right?"

   Kayo asked puzzled.

  Although they suffered a lot in the previous sea, the sea power of the Dalton family was not seriously damaged.

   In order to wipe out a group of pirates, asking for help from a competitor and sending a favor in vain is not worthwhile no matter how you look at it.

   "Kayo, you are still immature!

  Earl Hudson is not only the dragon knight, but also the commander-in-chief of the kingdom's strategic mobilization. He will also become the commander-in-chief of the kingdom's army in the future, and may even command the armies of various countries in the northern continent.

   Such an identity is no longer something the family can suppress. Even if we want to suppress it, we can't find a suitable entry point, including our allies, who will not support us to take action now.

  The more difficult the situation in the North Continent is, the more special Hudson's status becomes. All major forces in the kingdom are waiting for him to command the army at this moment, and turn the tide at the critical moment.

  We can't go against the general trend and do things like praying man's arms to block the traffic. Since you can't suppress it, then find a way to make friends.

  The Koslow family is a rising aristocrat after all, and the Earl of Hudson is even smarter, a nouveau riche who is not successful or rampant.

   Neither the royal family nor the major forces in the country will see him dominating the southeastern province.

   If it crosses the line, even if it is a war, everyone needs to use him, and if he can endure the outbreak, he will settle accounts after the war.

  In a sense, the more beautiful Hudson is now, the easier it will be to fall into public criticism after the war.

  There has never been a lack of similar negative cases in history. Many legendary heroes have been persecuted, and they are essentially politically immature, putting themselves in a dangerous situation.

  You have seen Earl Hudson's political skills. It was impossible for him not to see such an obvious thing.

   It is also the best choice for him to maintain the pattern of the two powers in the southeastern province. One step further, and the king would not be able to sleep.

  Even if there are gains in the war, the expansion of the Koslow family cannot be in the southeastern province. In this regard, all major families in the country are the same.

  If the kingdom has no restrictions on big nobles, I am afraid that there are big families across provinces and counties everywhere. Where is there room for small and medium nobles?

  At this moment, Hudson is asked to take action. In addition to deliberately giving a favor, another reason is that the origin of this group of pirates is unknown.

   In case there is a plan by a certain big force behind it, there can be one more person to share the hatred. After all, Dragon Knight's sense of existence is much stronger than ours. "

  After hearing Earl Pierce's explanation, Viscount Cayo blushed. He never expected that such a seemingly ordinary invitation would hide so many things behind it.

   No wonder the Koslow family and the Dalton family, who are in the southeastern province, compete for a while and cooperate for a while, making people puzzled.

  After sorting it out like this, everything is explained. When neither of the two major forces has the ability to swallow the other in one gulp, compromise in the struggle becomes an inevitable choice.

  …

  The Principality of Omega, as one of the Seven Kingdoms of the Grassland, unfortunately stood in the way of the orc army and became the first country to start the defense of the capital since the outbreak of the Continental War.

  The territory fell so quickly, it is not the nobles of the Principality of Omega who are waste. In fact, the aristocrats who can come out to open up a foundation are all the elites of this era.

  Small countries are superimposed on emerging immigrant countries. The combination of two objective factors determines the tragic lifeline of the Principality of Omega.

  The battle to defend the capital started early, because the country is flat and the only strong city defense fortress is the capital.

  The development time is too short. There are not even a few cities in the entire principality, and the noble castles are all under construction, so there is no condition to stick to it.

   There was no sign in advance, and no one knew that the mainland war would break out so suddenly.

  Caught off guard, he was brought into the war, which put a lot of pressure on the Principality of Omega.

  Personally inspecting the defenses on the city wall, Baird I, who was physically and mentally exhausted, sighed secretly.

  Since he took the throne, he hasn't had a good day.

  First, he was busy preparing for the establishment of the government to organize immigration, and then he got up early and took the people to open up wasteland and start a business. Unexpectedly, just as the principality was on the right track, the orc army came to kill it again.

  If he had known that it would be so sad to be a king, he would have stayed in his hometown and been a rice bug.

  There is no medicine for regret in the world. Now is the time of race war, and he cannot be allowed to shrink back.

   "When will reinforcements from various countries arrive?"

  Baird I asked concerned.

  The Principality of Omega has turned all its citizens into soldiers, as long as they are citizens who can carry a knife, they have been incorporated into the army.

  However, it is still a dream to stop the orc army with this little power.

   "The army of the Seven Nations Alliance has already begun to mobilize, but considering that the orcs may intercept them halfway, we can only act together after the reinforcements from various countries in the mainland gather.

  The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the six countries jointly initiated a proposal to the Alliance, which is currently being discussed in the Human Race Alliance Parliament.

  Privately, the seven-nation alliance has also communicated with various countries. The Kingdom of Frankish promised to send 40,000 troops, and the Kingdom of Libya promised to send 35,000 troops...

  The Alpha Kingdom has promised to send the largest number of troops, and plans to send an army of 10,000 people to each of our seven countries.

  The total strength of the reinforcements promised by the mainland countries is as high as more than 400,000. Coupled with the military power of the Seven Nations Alliance, theoretically speaking, it should be possible to fight the orcs.

  However, these are all theoretical. In actual practice, the speed of all countries is very slow, including the Alpha Kingdom, which has always been efficient, and the response speed is not generally slow.

  Besides the Alpha Kingdom, the major human nations on the mainland have all been involved in the war. Even if they are willing to send reinforcements, they probably won't be elites.

   Judging from the overall situation, the principality is still not optimistic! "

   Foreign Minister Bathory said in a deep voice.

  Such diplomatic results are not satisfactory. But there is no way, people are selfish.

   Everyone promised to send troops, it is for the righteousness of the human race, but the prerequisite is to take care of yourself first.

   "It's not only not optimistic, it is clearly not leaving us a way to survive!

   If there is no reinforcements, it is only a matter of time before the capital falls.

   Now able to defend, that is because the orcs did not attack aggressively, they wanted to win with the least cost.

  We have been blocked, and the food reserves in the city can last up to three months.

   Once the food runs out, even if the enemy does not attack, we will collapse.

  Other countries are fine. For their hegemony, it is natural to abandon us.

  What’s the matter with the Alpha Kingdom? It’s been so procrastinating and standing still. Don’t they understand that after the end of our Seven Kingdoms, they will be the next unlucky one? "

   Minister of Military Affairs Jeverson said angrily.

  In order to defend the capital, they were forced to take measures to fortify the walls and clear the country, and gathered all the troops from the whole country. The influx of a large number of people directly led to the rapid consumption of food.

  When the supply is cut off, the food in the city is one grain, and one grain is missing.

   They didn't consider this issue before, that's because they didn't think they could last three months under the full attack of the orc army.

  The orcs slowed down their offensive intensity, and the food problem, which was not considered at first, has now become the source of the crisis.

   "I can answer this question for you, and it can be summed up in two words—Qianliang!

  The Alpha Kingdom has not yet come out of the last war, even if they want to send a large-scale army, they still cannot afford the money and food for the expedition to the grassland.

  Anyway, the life and death of the Seven Kingdoms of the Grassland has nothing to do with them. Maybe they are still cultivating enemies for themselves if they work hard to rescue them. It is better to let us and the orcs consume.

   What's more, the enemies they need to consider are not only orcs, but also ancient survivors and elves.

   Standing in their position, maybe letting the orcs destroy us and fighting the orcs at the gate of our house is the best choice! "

   Prime Minister Cameron said indifferently.

   Only the head of the family knows that firewood, rice, oil and salt are expensive. The Continental War broke out only two months ago, and the Principality of Omega is about to run out of food.

  The Alpha Kingdom, which has fought for several years in a row, can imagine the economic situation. Decades of accumulation have been wiped out, and a whole lot of debt is owed.

   Another million-army expedition, I am afraid that before defeating the orcs, the Alpha Kingdom will be dragged down by the huge consumption of logistics supplies.

  It's useless to know that the seven grassland countries are currently self-sufficient, and it is still difficult to provide logistics for the army at all.

  When all countries send troops to reinforce, they must bring their own food and supplies. At most, they organize manpower to help transport them.

   "You don't need to be too pessimistic. In view of the special situation we are facing, the Human Race Alliance Council specially approved: We can evacuate in an orderly manner and resist steadily.

   Of course, an orderly evacuation exists only in theory. Once they leave the protection of the city, they will be sent to the orc army to be slaughtered.

   Now protect the city first, and after two or three months, organize a breakout on the grounds of running out of food, which is an explanation to all parties. "

  Batory said pretending to be calm.

  Emerging combined countries lack sufficient centripetal force. But no matter what, it is still a country, and only in this country can they occupy a high position.

  Once you choose to evacuate, no one knows when you will be able to take back your homeland. Maybe it's after the continental war, or maybe it's the Lifetime series.

   Watching the heated discussions among the ministers, Baird I just couldn't stop sighing.

  The Principality of Omega, which seems to have a sound system, is essentially a grassroots team that has just been established.

  All the people present are from prominent backgrounds, even if the principality is destroyed, they can still go back to be rice worms.

  The power invested in the principality is only a small part of the family behind it, even if it fails, it will not hurt its vitality.

   If it is passed on for several generations and the interests are locked in the principality, it will definitely be a different scene at this moment.

  …

   "Ministry of Foreign Affairs, send people to communicate with the Alpha Kingdom and try to get reinforcements as much as possible.

  The Alliance of Seven Nations also needs to urge it. Even if they dare not send troops to rescue, they can make some noise to cover our breakout! "

   After finishing speaking, Baird I turned and left with a wave of his sleeves.

  Intuition told him that once he withdrew from the Principality of Omega, his role as king would be over.

  Even if it is restored in the future, nothing will happen to him.

   From the attitude of the officials, it can be seen that the relationship between the monarch and his ministers is purely patchwork, and there is no loyalty at all.

  The little prestige of the monarch that was painstakingly managed has long since disappeared with the continuous defeat of the war.