Seeing the confused look from his cousin, Kluf spread his hands and explained: "I went to Mo Yuli's place two days ago. He introduced all these situations to me in casual conversation. He also requested information from our military. Can the system find a way to cooperate with the intelligence department to find out the Tanghe people’s rubber secrets and the use of the medicinal cinchona fruit? Li Wufeng’s side has sealed these things very tightly, so we can imagine the importance of these two things. Sex, and the fact that our country’s intelligence services have done nothing in this area really irritates Juli.”
"Well, in these aspects, we are far inferior to our opponents, especially when compared with the Tanghe people, our gap is even greater. Li Wufeng seems to be very interested in these so-called heresy under his jurisdiction in Western Xinjiang. But it turns out that it is these heresies that have made great progress in the comprehensive national strength of Western Xinjiang in a short period of time. I also had some discussions with my brother and officials from the economic development department of the principality a few days ago. They listed to me the Chinese and Western Xinjiang in recent years. There are many new products being produced in Xinjiang continuously, such as the improved kiln technology for firing ceramics, the springs and rubber on the transport carriage, and the steel-making technology that improves the quality of steel. In particular, I heard that they are also developing improved wheat and rice units. The method of production is an unprecedented event. Even thirty kilograms of grain per mu of land is an astronomical figure for a grain-producing area. All these activities are said to be important to their upgraded Science and Technology Development Department. Relations, this department seems to be one of the few units in Western Xinjiang that has unrestricted investment and allocation. It is said that Li Wufeng and Xiao Tang will never refuse or delay the allocation of funds for this department. This is enough to prove the importance of this department." Sighing slightly, a look of melancholy appeared on Frederick's handsome face, and he seemed to be a little unwilling, "Our principality does need to strengthen our comprehensive national strength from many aspects. This is a long process, look at the North I am a little worried about the development of Luzon. Even if we take back Northern Luzon, can we maintain the booming development momentum of Northern Luzon? If we cannot do this, even if we belong to the Andes, they will not be the same. Will you welcome us?"
Hearing his cousin's seemingly sad tone, Kruff was also startled. He rarely saw his cousin behave like this. He always had a firm and calm expression and an unyielding expression under his usually handsome face. Eyes, but today seems to be affected by some kind of emotion. Somewhat out of control. "Frederick, don't be too impatient. Everything must be done step by step. Li Wufeng is indeed a great talent. It took him less than ten years to manage such a large Western Xinjiang to such an extent. There is no way to deny his ability. Just like You said that Northern Luzon will never reach the point where it is now in our hands, but after all, it is the inherent land of us Andeans and Luzon people. No one has the right to take it away when we are in crisis. This is called To invade and plunder, we must take back this land, even if we pay a considerable price." The hint of unyieldingness on the corner of Kruff's mouth proved that the number two figure in the Luzon military was determined to succeed. Complete the Northern Expedition.
It seemed that he was hesitated by his cousin's words. Frederick's eyes were a little uncertain, more like he was thinking about something, but in the end he shook his head subconsciously, with a helpless but quite certain expression. The words said: "Kruf, sometimes we may have to not do things that we don't want to do in our hearts. Because we are not doing things for our own feelings or likes and dislikes, we are doing things in our own country, our All actions must follow one principle. To maximize the benefits for our country, so even if we have resistance deep in our hearts, we still have to execute some things with gritted teeth. Kruv, you must understand this. .”
Once again looking at his incomprehensible cousin with doubtful eyes, Kruff really couldn't guess the meaning of Frederick's words. Before he could speak, Frederick waved his hand to stop him. After mentioning this topic, he changed the subject and said: "You should continue to talk about the reasons why Manlong developed to this extent."
"Well, in addition to the first reason I mentioned just now, Manlong is due to the rapid development of industry and commerce in Northern Luzon, especially the influx of a large number of Tanghe merchants, which brought various commodities from the Eastern Continent. These commodities in Xinjiang only need to pay transit duties once and can travel without hindrance. In addition, with the smooth road transportation facilities in Western Xinjiang, all kinds of goods and commodities shipped from the eastern mainland are much better than those shipped by sea to West Orland or Jutland. The prices of goods in the area are also much lower, not to mention that the Pasha people are still at war with us. The goods cannot pass through Pasha and have to go further, and the time is much longer than the passage from the north. It is for this reason that many Tanghe merchants have come directly to Manlong to become businessmen. The chief administrator of Manlong City is now particularly interested in developing industry and commerce. The Lord is treated as a distinguished guest, and his attitude is unusually respectful. The combination of the two has made the economic strength of the Manlong area surpass that of the Big Pine Forest City area to the west." After saying this, Kruff couldn't help but smacked his lips, After all, Big Pine Forest City is where he has always been in charge, and he has more feelings for that place.
Nodding slowly, Frederick seemed to be thinking deeply about the reason. A remote northern Luzon could create such an economic miracle in a few years for the people of Luzon. He had to think carefully about it. reason.
Seeing Frederick's eyes become deep again, Kloof knew that he was thinking about something again, but for Kloof, these economic development government affairs seemed a bit out of date for now, and now they are more important and urgent. The problem is how to fight the battle at hand, but as the coach, Frederick is not even willing to ask about the deployment of the Western Xinjiang Army stationed in Northern Luzon. How can this not make Kruff dissatisfied.
"Frederick, now the Xijiang people have transferred most of their Indian garrison to Northern Luzon, especially the line from Shuangdui to Zijingguan. It seems that they are preparing to be responsible for the defense of the Komini people. attack, and their second army is probably going to deal with us on the front lines of Volcano House and Vito House. However, they only have less than 120,000 troops, and even with the newly formed reserve division, it does not exceed ten. Forty thousand people, and they still need to defend two cities. I think we are completely confident that we can capture one of them first, and then turn around to deal with the other city." Although he was somewhat dissatisfied with Frederick's change of topic, Kluf Try to bring the topic back to the topic.
"Volcano House and Vito City?" It seemed that he was stunned for a moment before Frederick suddenly came to his senses. "Well, how is the mobilization of the Comini people going? Can their 250,000 troops be guaranteed? "
"There shouldn't be much of a problem. After all, they still need to defend the Pasha people in the east. They have left 100,000 people, and there are 80,000 people in the Tik-occupied area. 250,000 people is already their limit. They are I also planned to take this opportunity to open the passage to the north and turn the Green Sea Swamp into their inner lake. The Indians who are now weak and in civil strife are like a piece of fat attracting the attention of too many people around them. Sometimes I also I'm wondering if we should also find an opportunity to mix a piece of meat into it. Even if we can't eat such a fat piece of meat, we can always drink some soup to moisten our throats." Kloof seemed to be very envious of the Komini people's intentions. After all, the ability to seize a new territory can prove the power of this country, and the Komini people have now seized a piece of meat from the Tik people, and now they seem to have set their sights on the Panzhi people who are protected by Li Wufeng.
As soon as his eyes lit up, Frederick looked at his cousin with a little more appreciation, "Kruf, it's good that you have such an idea. Our development cannot be limited to one moment and one place. In other words, we We can also keep our eyes on Northern Luzon and look around, there may be something more suitable for us.”
Frederick's words seemed to imply something. If it were normal, maybe Kruff would be able to understand something. However, Kruff, who was too focused at this time, still could not break through the layer that shrouded him like a fog. At this time, more of his energy has been devoted to the mobilization of his troops, "Frederick, do you think we should mobilize the troops from Robin City and Big Pine Forest City to the Manlong area?" , Soldiers are valuable and quick, we have delayed enough, if we move again, we may fall behind the Komini people."
"There is nothing wrong with falling behind the Kominis. I have promised the Kominis that if they can help us capture Shuangduifu, I will give three-quarters of the forty million crowns that Catherine has loaned us. We paid them as gratuities, and we are still responsible for repaying the 30 million crowns." Frederick looked much more relaxed, and was not worried at all about the troops that were still not in combat positions, and even seemed to deliberately indulge this phenomenon. .
"Are you crazy, Frederick!" He was so surprised that his hair stood up all of a sudden. Thirty million crowns was not a small amount. Luzon's finances were not rich to begin with, otherwise it would not have been because of This battle was financed by a loan from Liberty City, and now the defense of the pair of stacks is much weaker than that of Vito. If the Comini people attack with all their strength and their side supports them again, then the 30 million crowns will be It was almost handed over to the Comini people.