The King

  Chapter 175 Going to the meeting

  After returning from Bayda City, Hudson immediately convened a county-wide noble meeting.

   There was no accident, and everyone greeted the whole family of Viscount Sith.

   It can be seen from the chaotic scene that everyone is really angry.

  Hudson even suspected that if he was not there, he might also be the target of criticism.

  The human heart is the most unpredictable thing. It is impossible not to vent your anger when encountering such unlucky things.

  Although Viscount Sith got it cheaply, many people are still unwilling to accept the reality.

   Criticism is indispensable in the bottom of my heart: Why didn't Hudson smoke it, but let the unlucky Sith get it.

  As for Hudson's difficulties, they ignored them directly. It cannot be expected that every nobleman is a smart person who can see through the essence of the problem.

  Lucky character design, although it brought countless benefits to Hudson, but it also brought negative effects.

   For example, when drawing lots, those old foxes just kicked him out.

   In the end, they didn't go out. You can't just fight the boss in the province just for a lottery, right?

  Military obligations must be completed sooner or later, and there is no way to hide.

  Running to fight in the Principality of Moxi, there is no obligation to defend the land. For Hudson personally, it may not be a bad thing.

  It seems that Hudson fell into the pit with the nobles of Wright County, but in fact it was the ordinary nobles who were really unlucky.

   There is no obligation to constrain, and in a critical moment, Hudson can run away without pressure.

  Personal safety is guaranteed, which is why Hudson can quickly accept the reality and face the task calmly.

   "Viscount Sith, why didn't you come?

  Guards, send someone to remind you.

  How could he, the sheriff, be absent from such an important meeting! "

  Hudson asked pretending to be concerned, as if without Sith, the sheriff, today's meeting would not be able to proceed.

   "Respected Viscount Hudson, the convoy of Viscount Sith left the city of Beda two days ago, and the direction is north."

   Hudson was not surprised by this result.

  The military power was snatched away, and all the nobles in the county were offended.

   If you don’t run away quickly, you might have to follow the army to the Principality of Moxi.

   Really think nobles are easy to mess with?

   Revenge for revenge, retribution for grievances, is the true portrayal of the nobles.

   If you dare to follow to the Principality of Moxi, with Sith's luck, it's only a matter of time before you are killed by someone.

   Hatred has already arisen, and this cannot be resolved by sending out a political signal.

   Funk is out of the question, Sith aren't that stupid.

   If there is no accident, he should take his own initiative to sign up for the front line and join the kingdom's standing army.

   With the face of Grand Duke Kavadia, the military should still buy such a trivial matter.

  With the loss of hundreds of elites, Hudson doesn't feel bad. Being able to get rid of this bad luck is the key.

  Looking at the relaxed expressions of the nobles, it is clear that everyone has similar thoughts.

   "Baron Bazel, are you sure you read correctly, Viscount Sith really took someone away?"

   Hudson asked pretending to be surprised.

   "Your Excellency, how dare I talk nonsense about such things?

  In order to confirm the authenticity of the news, I also went to Dadir City on the way here. Viscount Sith is indeed not in the city, and it is his butler who is in charge of the affairs of the territory.

   I learned from the butler that Viscount Sith was urgently recruited by the front line. Because of the rush of time, it was too late to say goodbye to everyone. "

   Baron Bazel replied seriously.

   It's not that he wants to betray Sith, but that everything has happened, and there is no way to keep it secret.

  Anyway, everyone has been away for two days. Even if everyone is angry, it is impossible to lead the team to catch up now.

   Calculating the time, Viscount Sith took people away almost as soon as he returned from Beda City.

   This decisiveness alone is not comparable to ordinary people.

   Farewell is impossible.

   You have made everyone so miserable, if you dare to come to the meeting, you will be beaten.

  An empty sheriff can't deter everyone.

   Get angry, beat people up, and beat them up.

   I don't know if I can come back alive. Who cares about the face of a grand duke who is thousands of miles away.

  Waving his hand to stop everyone's discussion, Hudson said slowly:

   "Since the governor of Sith accepted the call of the kingdom to leave, I will be in charge of the next affairs.

  The task of rescuing the principality of Moxi has now fallen on us in Wright County, and it is meaningless to say anything else.

  According to the kingdom's regulations, the minimum number of troops sent should not be less than 15,000, and they must be elite.

   There is no room for negotiation, and without the Sith Sheriff, the task still cannot be discounted.

   The assignment of tasks is still the old rules, and everything is carried out according to the rules of the kingdom.

  Special circumstances can be considered as appropriate.

  Underage nobles are not required to go to the battlefield. However, other military obligations must continue to be fulfilled.

  Elder nobles can be replaced by the heir to the title.

   These rules, I think everyone knows it well.

   What I want to emphasize is the quality of the soldiers, they must be elite, and all **** cannot be stuffed into them.

  Even if I don't pursue it, the Kingdom's test will not pass.

   When the time comes, I will be caught and embarrass everyone. Don’t blame me for being ungrateful.

  You don’t have to be too pessimistic!

  It is indeed dangerous to go to the Principality of Moxi, but it is not a must-do mission.

   It is true that you want to preserve the strength of your family, but the premise is that you yourself must survive first.

  Obviously he could come back alive, but if he lost his life in vain because the soldiers under him were unqualified, it would be a joke! "

  Whether the little brother can fight is directly related to whether he can win the battle. Leading an army for the first time, Hudson didn't want to be defeated.

   It is not easy to erect a character set, but it is very simple to destroy it. As long as he loses a few battles, the reputation he has worked so hard to earn will be ruined directly.

   If you really want to lose the battle, you must create a tragic heroic image of "crimes other than war".

  As long as the number of enemies killed is enough and the record is impressive enough, even if the entire army is wiped out, everyone will help find the reason why they have to lose.

   In this regard, the Alpha Kingdom has done a very good job. When evaluating the merits of famous generals, they always look at the record and casualties together, not just judging heroes by victory or defeat.

   They were all forced out by orcs. As the weaker side, if they were held accountable mechanically based on the theory of victory or defeat, the kingdom would have no generals to use.

  In the face of the enemy's absolute strength, if he can persist for a few more days, or if the defeat is not so ugly, he is already at the level of a famous general.

   Every time the frontline generals are required to defeat the strong with the weak, that is purely a disease of the brain. Forced to succeed will only create a group of adventurers.

  A kingdom that is full of resilience and survived countless wars is destined not to be an adventurous kingdom.

  Compared to gambling on a chance, everyone prefers to play it safe. Even if you keep losing battles, as long as you delay enough as planned, it will be a strategic victory.

  Based on this sound guiding ideology, the strategic deployment of the Alpha Kingdom has always been conservative, and all campaigns must serve the strategy.

  The only sacrifice is the reputation of the frontline commander. Almost all the main generals of the kingdom are piled up in a series of defeats, and even the number of defeats is far more than that of victories.

  The title of "famous general" can only be talked about within the kingdom, and it is not recognized by the outside world at all.

  Many people even attribute the fact that the Alpha Kingdom has been passively beaten to the lack of "famous generals" in the Alpha Kingdom. As long as there are a few "famous generals", the occupation can be reversed.

   Hudson completely dismissed this statement. Being able to stand still after being beaten by orcs for hundreds of years is enough to show that the strategy implemented by the Alpha Kingdom is correct.

  According to the playing methods of the mainland countries, either win a big victory or suffer a big defeat. The Alpha Kingdom has long since disappeared in the long river of history.

   There is no way, the absolute difference in strength cannot be reversed by winning one or two battles; but as long as the bet is lost once, the kingdom will be gone.

   "Dear Viscount Hudson, the time for this mobilization mission is too urgent. Can you ask the kingdom for it and wait until after the autumn harvest?"

   Baron Kettler's proposal was also what everyone wanted. According to the normal mobilization sequence, next year will be the fastest time for everyone to go to the battlefield.

  The sudden recruitment mission not only disrupted everyone's planning for the territory, but also disrupted everyone's military training plan.

  Don’t look at what Hudson said before, asking everyone to bring out elite soldiers. In fact, Wright County can’t gather 15,000 elite soldiers at all.

  Even if the Koslow family is added, at most half of the elite can be gathered, and the rest can only be filled with serf soldiers.

  Considering the actual situation, it is impossible for the Koslow family to play stud, and the nobles cannot come out in full force, and the number of elite soldiers will be even smaller.

   Elite soldiers are not trained in a day, but the autumn harvest can be seen immediately. Even if it is going to the battlefield, everyone can't forget the food in the field.

   "It's a pity, Baron Kettley. The battle situation in the Principality of Moxi is tense. The orc army has completely occupied the defense line of Fort Augustus, and the soldiers are pointing directly at the city of Terence.

   With the power of the Principality of Moxi, no one can guarantee how long it can last. In order to help our allies stabilize the front line, we must set off as soon as possible.

  Everyone can rest assured that Wright County is not the only one who sent troops to reinforce the Principality of Moxi. The six major provinces in the southeast region of the empire will draw troops from a county to participate in the war.

  Other neighboring countries, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is also coordinating. At least the countries bordering the Principality of Moxi will not sit idly by.

   According to preliminary estimates, the total strength of reinforcements from various countries to the Principality of Moxi will not be less than 500,000. Coupled with the existing military power of the Principality of Moxi, it is still very hopeful to stop the orc army. "

  Hudson worked hard to paint the cake.

  Alpha Kingdom’s reinforcements are certain, but whether or not other countries will send reinforcements, and what kind of troops will be sent, are all unknown.

  The so-called 500,000 reinforcements are just a random number made up purely to increase the confidence of the younger brothers.

   True or false is not important, the key is that everyone needs a heart to comfort. Only the strength of Wright County is a drop in the ocean when it is put into the battlefield.

   If you are not careful, the whole army will be wiped out. Even if the well-prepared Alpha Kingdom's front lines were completely annihilated, it was not unheard of.

  Not to mention the Principality of Moxie, the army stationed at the defense line of Fort Augustus, except for a few noble officers who escaped, were unexpectedly taken over by the orcs.

   Such a prodigal behavior has to be shocking.

  The situation is special. Facing the army of Ying people throwing stones, reinforcements cannot arrive in time. That is just the self-consolation of the Principality of Moxi.

  Essentially, the preparations in advance were still insufficient, and the reinforcements failed to arrive in time.

  As long as the defense line is regained and the city defense fortifications are used, the magic crystal cannon and magic crossbow are fiercely aimed at the Yingren Air Force.

  The rescue of their own people is so ineffective. Once the guest army encounters a similar situation, who would dare to expect the reinforcements from the Principality of Moxi to arrive as soon as possible.

   After appeasing everyone, Hudson directly assigned their respective tasks. Without Sith, the unlucky guy, everyone's responsibilities have been passively increased.

   Guessing everyone's desire to kill Viscount Sith, it got a little more serious.

   Fortunately, this unlucky guy knew the seriousness and ran away by himself. Otherwise, an accident happened on the battlefield, and Hudson didn't know how to end it.

   It seems that killing Sith is very relieved, but once a precedent is set for things like Xiao Qiang, there will be endless troubles.

   There are quite a few nobles who have hatred in this team in Wright County. If they pinch each other on the battlefield, this army will be directly abolished.

   After sending away a group of younger brothers, Hudson also took action. As the head of the legion, he is also not exempt from military obligations.

  The branches of the Koslow family, the mountain leader, have a lot of military obligations to bear this time. Even if Hudson used his power for personal gain and reduced his own task quota as much as possible, he would still have to send more than 5,000 troops.

  When the family's private army goes to the battlefield, it must be arranged who will follow and who will stay behind.

   There are nobility with fiefdoms in each branch, so there is nothing to say. Just pack up your things and go out with the army.

   There is a clear military obligation, and there is no way to hide. More than 70 people were involved, and Hudson didn't dare to cover up.

  …

   "Father, you don't have to go to the Principality of Moxi this time.

  With such a big family affair, someone has to be in charge of staying behind.

  Involving major branches, there are too many affairs that need to be coordinated, and Nelson and Evora may not be able to control them. "

   Staying behind is just an excuse. The centripetal force of a family connected by blood is far more reliable than that of an ordinary alliance.

  Especially in this critical moment of life and death, everyone knows the importance of grouping together. Even if someone wants to do something, he will be hindered by other members.

   After all, playing to check and balance Hudson is professional. The children of the family who defected here seem to be reused, but in fact everyone's power is restricted.

  Everyone has selfishness, and Hudson is no exception. The future of going to the Principality of Moxi is uncertain, so he is naturally unwilling to take Baron Redman to take risks.

  In case of danger, he can leave others and run away, but he cannot leave Baron Redman alone.

   "This is not good! Everyone goes out with the army, and I specialize alone, I am afraid it will easily cause..."

   Before Baron Redman finished speaking, Hudson interrupted: "Don't worry, the excuse is that I have already thought it out for you, and I said that I hurt my vitality during cultivation.

  If anyone has an opinion, let them come and talk to me.

   Besides, we are not failing to fulfill the kingdom's military obligations. If you don't go to the front line, Nelson will do it for you.

   For some trivial matters, even if someone goes to the Governor's Mansion to file a complaint, the provincial government will not delve into this issue.

  Now there are a lot of complicated things in the mountain area. I am not in charge of the territory. If you leave with me and something goes wrong, who will be responsible for it? "

   To tell the truth, the only one he can trust unconditionally is Baron Redman.

   Others, even brothers, may not want to come back. After all, the foundation of the Mountain Territory is still very memorable.

  Fortunately, this is a troubled time. Even if someone wants to think about it, they know that without Hudson, the Koslow family will not be able to keep this foundation at all.

   "Okay! Since you have made arrangements, I will stay behind.

   It's just to go to the Principality of Moxi, and the journey in the middle is two thousand miles away. Fighting in unfamiliar places is not as simple as suppressing rebels.

  Hudson, I know that your military ability is good, and you have always acted prudently, so I still want to remind you.

  The enemy you are facing now is a ferocious army of orcs. Be careful in everything, and don't be a hero on the battlefield! "

   Baron Redman said earnestly.

  Although he has many sons, Hudson is the only one who has really emerged.

  Even his eldest son Nelson, whom he is most optimistic about, can only say that he has great ambitions. The problem is that ambition is one thing, but being able to get up is another.

  The nobles who can really counterattack are not only capable and ambitious, but also need luck.

   After all, there are many capable people in this world. But most of them fell on the way, and few survived to the end, let alone successfully ascended.

  Aristocratic sons like Hudson who have emerged at a young age are rare in the entire Aslant continent. The weight in Baron Redman's heart is naturally different.

   "Don't worry, father. This is not our war. The main purpose of going to support the Principality of Moxi is to help them stabilize the front line.

  In general, this war should still focus on defense.

  As a guest army, our military tasks will not be too heavy. For some of the most important fortresses, the Principality of Moxi will only allow its own troops to garrison them.

   The fall of Fort Augustus was just an accident. They won't make the same mistake a second time.

  As long as we don't go out of the city without authorization to fight the orc army, the risk is actually controllable. Even if the defense line collapses, there is still a chance to retreat. "

   Hudson said pretending to be calm.

  Confidence is a very mysterious thing. Even if he has no confidence in himself, he must have confidence in everyone.

   Persuaded Baron Redman, Hudson's attention quickly shifted to the deployment of troops. The elite must be there, but the left-behind forces cannot be ignored.

   Traveling long distances to rescue, the most important thing is the mobile force, and cavalry is definitely indispensable.

  Just thinking of the pitiful number of horses in the territory gave Hudson a headache. The entire Koslow family added up to barely make up a thousand war horses.

  Obviously, it is impossible for all these horses to be equipped with cavalry. The mounts of knights and gentlemen must be guaranteed first; the horses of signal soldiers and scouts must also be deducted.

  These people must be one person and two horses, and the number of war horses is directly halved. For the remaining horses, Hudson could barely make up a cavalry regiment.

   Walking out of the room to relax, looking at the cattle grazing on the hillside in the distance, Hudson suddenly came up with the idea of ​​being a cavalry soldier.

   Of course, this is not a real bull rider. Although the mutant cows in his own territory are genetically powerful, they can't run like war horses.

  The so-called bull cavalry is mainly considered for heavy infantry. Traveling in summer in heavy armor is nothing short of a disaster.

   Marching without armor, if you encounter an enemy suddenly, you will become light infantry.

  (end of this chapter)