254: Chapter 145, Hudson Inspects Troops…
Training Officers First_2 254: Chapter 145, Hudson Inspects Troops…
Training Officers First_2 “As long as we can weaken their potential for war, it’s worth engaging in battle now.”
Caesar III remarked, trying to maintain his composure.
He was nervous on the inside, but he had to exude enough calmness to soothe the hearts of those under him.
Logically speaking, Duke Newfoundland had also said something similar to his subordinates.
Everyone knew that these were merely comforting words, and yet they still wanted to hear them.
When people are filled with uncertainty, they long for reassurance.
Even if this validation is without substance, it provides comfort to the soul.
Being adept at politics, Caesar III would naturally not disappoint his followers in this regard.
If the leader shows a lack of confidence, wouldn’t his subordinates become even more afraid?
This large-scale war that involves the survival of their species isn’t only of great concern to the Alpha Kingdom; the Orc Empire also treads carefully.
Fighting with only three frontier nations of the human race would not be a big deal for the orcs, but there are dozens of human nations altogether.
When should they fight?
How should they fight?
To what extent should they fight?
These all require careful considerations for if they angered the entire human race due to careless actions.
The continental overlords of the human race could still eliminate the Orc Empire at any cost if they are provoked.
Therefore, every Orc invasion is primarily about plundering, and they are quite restrained about occupying territories.
Of course, this restraint is involuntary.
As the wars progress, they often end with the Allied Human Army reclaiming lost territories, since if they don’t give up the occupied territories, the war will not end.
The previous war was an exception and this exception was based on the backdrop of all sides of the human nations battling.
The Orc Empire that took advantage of this situation had also paid a heavy price – that was sidelining their allies and prematurely seeking peace with the human race.
Such betrayals and alliances are very common between species.
If all different races were united, the human race would have already lost its domination over the continent.
The upcoming southern invasion appears to be a random event, but in actuality, it is the result of countless political manipulations.
The Orc’s Royal Court only decided to launch the war after numerous evaluations have shown that the war is more advantageous to them.
“Your Majesty, the envoys from the Moxi Duchy and the Warhammer Kingdom have already set off and are expected to arrive at the capital in half a month.
They are likely here to discuss joining forces for the war.
This matter is of wide range; we will need your personal arbitration,” Count Francis reminded.
As the Minister of Foreign Affairs for the Alpha Kingdom, most of the time he is at leisure, except during times of war when he becomes extremely busy.
In contrast to previous foreign ministers, the tasks assigned to Count Francis are somewhat more critical as there are two more allies that need coordination this time.
A single downfall could mean the weakness of all, therefore the three countries have now become “brothers” in the same trench with the responsibility being equally divided.
Whoever fails could spell disaster for the other two.
To the extent that they could help each other in the battlefield, they would need to coordinate with each other.
Otherwise, once the Orc Army breaks through any country’s defense, they could bypass the fortresses at the front line and encircle towards the rear.
“Let the Military Department coordinate with them.
They should cooperate as much as they can, but everything must prioritize the safety of the kingdom.
Furthermore, instruct the border provinces to increase their vigilance.
Using the Noble Castle as the hub, create a secret defense line.
In case of any mishaps, there would be enough time for the kingdom to react.
Chancellor, you are responsible for leading the Military Department, the Government Affairs Department, and the Noble Parliament to establish an inspection team to oversee the wartime preparations of each province.
Tell them, whichever province’s wartime preparations are the most delayed, and whose army’s training is the lousiest, that province’s army will be the vanguard!”
That was Caesar III commenting fiercely.
Although the Fief Nobles do possess a high level of autonomy, it doesn’t mean the King is helpless towards them.
Particularly during times of war, striking back at them is rather easy.
All had been forced into this, with war imminent.
If they did not put in the effort now, they would not have the opportunity later.
Although there are two more unlucky ones to share the pressure, there are also increased uncontrollable factors.
If these two allies can’t hold up, the Alpha Kingdom’s original shortened battle line will be stretched once again.
Fortunately, these days, the nobles have a Duty to Guard the Land.
They aren’t afraid that the Fief Lord of the border provinces won’t give their all, otherwise, it would be difficult to hastily cobble together a defense line even if they wanted to.
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Regarding Layton County, ever since Hudson took over the training of an army consisting of a number of “allies”, the scene has become magnificent.
Excluding the territories of the Nobles of the North, Layton County has raised fifty thousand young and strong men.
Upon hearing this number, Hudson was utterly shocked at first.
Soon, he calmed down, knowing well that it was the good deeds of his old colleagues from the Fifth Army.
They not only sent over the youngsters from Layton County but also brought the ones from their old home territory.
The power of reputation is indeed formidable.
Although Hudson’s reputation was embellished by them, everyone genuinely recognized Hudson’s luck and ability to train soldiers.
Since they have to bring their own provisions for training anyhow, it makes sense to find a capable person to help with the training.
The more elite the soldiers are trained to be, the higher their survival rate on the battlefield.
“Fifty thousand young men,” merely defined by their age.
Naturally, not all are suitable for the military, hence, screening is necessary.
Although preparations have been made for the entire nation to join the military, the kingdom will not possibly send all of its youngsters to the battlefield.
The majority of them serve the role of reserve forces.