City of Fernando, Royal Council Chamber,
Fernando XIII stood at the round table and gave an impassioned speech loudly. After Luke was dismissed from his position as the Minister of Finance of the Empire, young Crewe, Fernando, also known as Fernando XIII, firmly grasped the financial power of the empire. In the palm of his hand, coupled with the catering of the Imperial Minister of State Chad, Fernando XIII only felt high-spirited. Many of the plans in his mind had to be aborted or postponed because the financial budget could not be passed, but now Passed one by one under the iron fist of Fernando XIII,
After Fernando XIII finished his impassioned speech, he turned to the Imperial Minister of State Chad sitting next to him and said, "What is the next topic?"
Chad stood up quickly and said respectfully to Fernando XIII: "Your Majesty, the last topic today is about the letter asking for help from the Thunder God Fortress. General Kyenst, the top military commander of the Thunder God Fortress, has written many times to request help. The Empire gives him the necessary reinforcements."
Fernando XIII nodded, motioned for Chad to sit down, and then faced the ministers sitting around the round table and asked, "Do you have any good suggestions?"
The entire meeting hall was quiet, and almost everyone lowered their heads slightly, not daring to face the young His Majesty. In recent days, anyone who has different opinions from Fernando XIII has been more or less influenced by this man. As a result of His Majesty's punishment, Luke was removed from his post, and several ministers were also punished with varying degrees of demotion, salary fines, etc. Under such circumstances, who else would be foolish enough to express his decision to His Majesty? I spoke before,
"Humph, a bunch of useless guys." Fernando XIII said disdainfully: "Don't you have any ideas at all?"
Chad stood up again and said to Fernando XIII in a loud voice: "Your Majesty, I have some suggestions of my own."
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"Yes, Your Majesty." Chad cleared his throat and said loudly: "According to the letter written by General Keenst, the orc army this time has more than 500,000 troops, while our army in Thor Fortress only has 200,000 troops..."
"General Kyenst is really old. In the past 200 years, the orcs have not been able to step into the Thunder God Fortress. They couldn't before and they can't now." Fernando XIII interrupted Chad and reprimanded loudly,
"Yes, Your Majesty, you are right." Chad followed Fernando XIII's words and continued: "But, I do have a way to kill many people with one stone."
Chad's words immediately attracted the interest of Fernando XIII: "Oh, say it quickly, say it quickly."
"In recent decades, there have been basically no wars in the empire. Our invincible royal knights and powerful magicians do not have enough platforms to show their power. Many lords in the south have begun to make moves, such as Senat not long ago. In view of the current situation Given the situation, I suggest that your Majesty organize a legion under your direct control and rush to the northern battlefield in the name of General Keenster's request for reinforcements. This legion can be composed of elites from other legions. It must not only have invincible holy knights, but also royal magic. The magicians of the academy, and at the same time, in order to establish the prestige of this legion, this battle of Thunder God Fortress must be victorious. To ensure this, I suggest that this support to Thunder God Fortress be personally commanded by General Orlando."
Fernando XIII was very interested in Chad's proposal, but as the supreme ruler of the empire, he wanted to maintain his majesty, so he did not express his position immediately after Chad finished speaking. When Chad saw Fernando XIII's face, he did not Very bad. I knew that my proposal made His Majesty's heart move to some extent. I didn't agree on the spot just because I wanted to weigh the pros and cons more.
"Your Majesty." Chad continued to lobby: "In the ten years since General Orlando took office as the head of the Royal Knights, he should have cultivated many outstanding subordinates. The safety of the imperial capital can be protected by them. Of course, in order to be absolutely sure, all military forces in the imperial capital must be left behind. It is best for you to personally command. At the same time, our Royal Academy of Magic trains a lot of magicians every year, but it is obvious that these magicians have almost no practical experience. We just use this opportunity to let them experience it."
Fernando XIII had thought over Chad's entire proposal and felt that it was indeed a very good suggestion. When Chad mentioned the magician, Fernando XIII immediately made up his mind, but he No decision was made on the spot: "There are still many imperfections in this matter. Let me think about it again. Today's meeting ends here."
After saying that, Fernando XIII walked out of the Royal Chamber. Seeing His Majesty leave, the other officials were relieved and immediately stood up. After everyone left, Chad showed an intriguing smile.
That night, in the secret room of Chad's house,
"Father, why did you make such a suggestion?" Bailey Reeves, who had not been seen for a long time, sat at the table and asked his father, Chad Reeves, his doubts.
Chad smiled slightly and slowly stated his plan: "Son, you failed in last year's Royal Athletic Competition, but you were able to make up your mind to study magic behind closed doors. It is indeed a very good choice."
Bailey's face turned slightly red, but he didn't speak.
"Haha, your temper is much calmer now than before." Chad said with satisfaction: "If you could be like this a few years earlier, maybe you wouldn't have lost that game."
"Father." Bailey was a little embarrassed, and at the same time he didn't want his father to dwell on this topic, so he said in a slightly coquettish tone: "Let's talk about your plan."
"Well, as we get older, we talk more and more nonsense." Chad was startled and immediately understood what Bailey meant. He laughed at himself and said, "This proposal has several meanings. Once it came, His Majesty withdrew it." Luke, I have naturally become the one under one person. If I am not careful, I may follow Luke's footsteps. This is also the biggest reason why I have humbled myself during this period. And if I propose this plan, it will be very beneficial to your Majesty's control. Military power, to a certain extent, I am showing my loyalty to reassure Your Majesty, after all, I just want to enjoy power and money, but have no other plans."
Bailey thought for a while and said, "I understand. The highest military commander in the imperial capital is Orlando. Once he leads the army to support the Thunder God Fortress, he will have to go out for a long time. During this time, your Majesty can make arrangements calmly. Take a firm hold on the army originally commanded by Orlando."
"That's right." Chad nodded and added: "As a holy knight, Orlando was able to gain the trust of his previous Majesty. There are naturally reasons unknown to us. I guess it should be the oath Orlando made when he received the blessing of the God of War. It worked, so Your Majesty should not be distrustful of him, but any king will take the initiative in his own hands. This feeling of controlling everything is the greatest enjoyment of these kings. I propose this at this time. Suggestions can help His Majesty control the military power quietly and gain his trust."
After receiving his father's affirmation, Bailey continued his analysis: "His Majesty seems to want to prove himself. This should be what every king dreams of. If this operation to support the Thunder God Fortress can be successful, then this team directly under His Majesty's The legion has become your majesty's sharp weapon to conquer the southern territories. As long as there is an opportunity, your majesty can even personally lead the legion south. At the same time, the treasury has been empty recently, and a long-term war will further drag down the empire's economy. If the war can be won quickly, not only will military expenses be saved, It also stabilized the northern part of the empire.”
"Well, that's true. The Nantalun Grassland is an indispensable area for the empire. It is rich in horses, and heavy cavalry is the empire's most advantageous deterrent weapon. Continue talking."
"But father, why do you propose that magicians join this legion?"
"Haha, this is the biggest reason why I made this suggestion." Chad laughed and said: "Although you haven't gone to the Royal Academy of Magic for a long time, there are even rumors that you have dropped out, but your student status is still there. , this time a magician is recruited, and you just go with him."
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"Military merit is the greatest. As long as you work hard, I will take care of you. After your victory, isn't this the best opportunity for promotion?"
"Ah, I understand."
"But you must keep it in mind." Chad warned: "This time when you go to Thor Fortress, you must lower your profile and try to make friends. There are always dangers on the battlefield. One more friend is definitely more cost-effective than one more enemy. At the same time, if you want to achieve something in the future, you must have your own team, but remember to make friends with your heart and not rely on power. Even with Farasi and Ryan who defeated you, you must treat them well. Don't Thinking that Luke has stepped down, he looks down on the other party and even retaliates."
"I understand, Father."
"I'm still a little worried about this. This time His Majesty took action against Luke. Most of the reason was because Luke contradicted him in person. How could the young and energetic Majesty let go of such a thing? However, His Majesty also involved Victor, but It's very unwise, a super magician is worth a hundred thousand elite troops."
"I understand, father, provoking Faras and the others will easily lead to Victor's revenge. No matter how strong we are, we can't resist the forbidden curse. Besides, Luke has been in business for many years, and there will always be all kinds of things that we don't know about." There is no need to offend him for no reason and cause unnecessary trouble."
"I feel relieved if you think so." Seeing that Bailey understood what he meant, Chad nodded with satisfaction.
Bailey was still doubtful. He asked his father: "But His Majesty did not issue an order today. How can you be so sure that he can agree?"
"Haha, if His Majesty agreed to my plan on the spot, it wouldn't be him." Chad said: "My proposal is not perfect, and there are many things that have not been mentioned. At the same time, my intention is also unclear. It was just a vague click, and with His Majesty’s intelligence, it was easy to think of it, hey, doesn’t this give His Majesty who intends to make a difference the best opportunity to show off his talents?”