423: Chapter 54, Logistics Line_3 423: Chapter 54, Logistics Line_3 They didn’t manage to procure much food and supplies, and on their way back, they were ambushed by the swiftly approaching Orc Army.
After a fierce battle, and expending tremendous strength, they barely escaped back into the fortress.
Thankfully, the Commander was wise enough not to be greedy for war spoils, and chose to set fire to the supply carts directly.
“Marshal, judging from the current situation, the forces that the Orcs left behind here can still suppress us.
Trying to completely cut off the Orc Army’s logistics under their watch is virtually impossible.
We can only selectively complete the orders from the Capital.
Or else, we might as well let the local garrisons take free rein, launching occasional offensive strikes to trouble the Orcs as much as possible.”
Harley couldn’t help but suggest.
Frankly, he knew very well how absurd his proposal was, given how unrealistic the military orders were from within the country.
Disturbing the Orc Army’s supply chain was something they could barely manage if they tried really hard.
But completely cutting off enemy logistics?
Did they think the Orc Army outside the city were all dead?
“Hmm!”
“Let’s issue such orders to the lower-ranking officers then.
As for the Alpha Kingdom Expeditionary Army, you go in person.
Earl Hudson has recently gathered quite a few routed soldiers.
He has already restored half of the configuration of the six large expeditionary forces, I heard.
He sure is giving it his all.
Even at this time, he’s able to get his troops together.
It’s just a shame that Crown Prince Caesar doesn’t know how to utilize talent, or else we wouldn’t have such a miserable outcome.
Amongst all the city defense forces, Earl Hudson has got the largest troops now.
If we want to secretly attack the logistics of the Orc Army, their contribution is indispensable.”
Marshal Hodge said with a sigh.
Regarding the ability to rally the troops, he genuinely admired Hudson.
While others would whittle down their forces as they fought, only Hudson managed to increase his.
Upon acquiring the position of the Chief Commander of the Expeditionary Army, Hudson immediately legalized the troops he had expanded discreetly under the banners of the Expeditionary Army Second Legion and Third Legion.
The combat strength of these troops and civilians is still uncertain.
At least, the size of the army is visibly swelling at an unprecedented rate.
If we include the Newly formed Twenty-Third Army of the Moxi Duchy and the Flying Bear Fort Defense Corps, the number of troops that could be utilized would be even greater.
…
At the Flying Bear Fort, Hudson was busily training the army, especially for the newly formed two Legions, he gave particular attention.
Unlike training the aristocratic officers first and then organizing soldiers for training, this time, to save time, he trained the officers and soldiers together.
Dignity as an aristocrat is not something a bunch of penitent men deserve.
This “inferior” disparity was deliberately created by Hudson himself, aiming to stimulate their pride.
“Shame can only be washed away with blood.
If it isn’t the enemy’s, then it’s your own.
If you want to regain respect, you have to earn it back on the battlefield.
…”
Instilling this again and again in those chaps, Hudson had worked his heart out to rally their morale and spirit.
“Your Excellency the Earl, Adjutant Harley from the Frontline Headquarters is here.”
The Guard Commander’s words reminded Hudson of the official document that he had thrown into the trash a few days ago.
“Let him in!”