The King

  Chapter 379 Mobilization Order

   Lutetia.

   "Your Majesty, all the preparations have been completed, and now there is only one excuse to do something to the orcs."

  Marquis Sunil said murderously.

  The autumn harvest has just been completed, and it is the best time to launch a war abroad. However, as the number one kingdom on the mainland, the Frankish Kingdom still needs a face.

   Even if it is to launch a war against a foreign race, it must be "justified".

  No direct answer, just a hint in the eyes, the Marquis Jesús, the Minister of Foreign Affairs who understood, immediately took over the topic.

   "Three days ago, the diplomatic envoy we sent was attacked in the border area. According to the assassin's body left at the scene, it can be determined that it was done by half-orcs.

  The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has sent a note to the half-orc kingdom, asking them to hand over the murderer, but has not received a satisfactory answer so far.

   Now that the deadline has passed, the kingdom's diplomatic efforts for peace on the continent have all ended in failure.

   Next, we can only take extraordinary measures to let the evil half-orcs know that my Frankish Kingdom cannot be humiliated! "

   From the strange expressions on everyone's face, it can be seen that everyone is not aware of the "assassination of envoys", and it was obviously planned temporarily by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to create an excuse for war.

  They don't know, so the orcs are confused. He received the diplomatic note in a daze, and it would be strange if he could hand over the murderer.

   It doesn't matter whether the half-orcs are confused or not. Now that the charges have been charged, whether they admit it or not, it will not affect the final result.

  Anyway, it is aimed at aliens, an excuse is enough, there is no need to be so serious.

  According to the plan, after this war is over, the orc kingdom will be wiped off the map, and the dead cannot come out to reverse the case.

   "Damn half-orcs, dare to attack the Kingdom Mission! Your Majesty, please order troops to severely punish this evil race that provokes the dignity of the Kingdom!"

  After the prime minister, Duke Bergson finished speaking, all the ministers responded one after another. In the blink of an eye, the half-orcs have become the most evil race on the continent and must be destroyed physically.

   "If we go to war against the half-orc kingdom now, how will the countries on the mainland react?"

   Charles III asked concerned.

   Before the war broke out, the half-orc kingdom had already been sentenced to death in the eyes of Charles III, and the dead enemies could naturally be ignored. Such arrogance naturally stems from strength.

  After years of persecution and bloodletting, the orc kingdom has been severely weakened. Especially a few days ago, a large-scale locust plague broke out in the half-orc kingdom, and this year's crops were almost wiped out.

   Races compete for living space, and there is no room for warmth. Killing you while you are sick is just a routine operation.

  The human race was able to go from a small marginal race to the peak of the mainland all the way, relying on the ability to seize the opportunity.

  Through victories over and over again, the human race has finally created its present glory, but this is still not enough!

  The overlord of the mainland is not as good as dominating the mainland after all, and keeping foreigners by his side is always a threat.

  In the past years, the hatred between the human race and the alien race has been deeply rooted in the war after war, and there is no possibility of any relaxation.

   It's not that no one is trying to fight for peace. Unfortunately, when the last unified empire of the human race collapsed, the alien race formed an alliance and launched a major counterattack.

  All the allies and younger brothers of the human race at that time chose to abandon the covenant and joined the alien alliance, completely burying the last trust between the two sides.

   "Your Majesty, please rest assured! Everything is planned. We have reached an agreement with the Kingdom of Iberia, the Kingdom of Dante, the Holy See, the Kingdom of Hesse... and everyone will launch a war against other races at the same time.

  Except for the countries in the Northern Continent, the entire human world will be involved in this war, and we already have an absolute advantage.

   Unless the elves, the ancient survivors, and the orcs who were seriously injured in the early stages of the war recklessly fought out to coexist with all the tribes, the defeat of the alien alliance would only be a matter of time.

  After so many years of hard work, the alien alliance has long been disintegrated by us from within. Until the last moment of life and death, it is impossible for them to put down their suspicions and cooperate sincerely.

   Not long ago we were lenient in the war against the orcs, and misled a lot of people.

   Estimating that there are many races in the alien alliance, I now think that the next continental war will be similar to the past, just to consume the excess population.

  As long as the early stage of the war is fooled, after the destruction of several foreign races, even if they are aware of the danger, it will be too late to unite for survival.

   But it's not without risk. Once the continental war breaks out, the orcs who have shrunk back are likely to make a comeback, and the newly established Seven Kingdoms of the Grassland may not be able to keep their foundation.

  The Kingdom of Warhammer in the civil war is also in a dangerous situation. If it is not careful, it will be destroyed by the ancient survivors and elves.

  At present, there are only one and a half major powers remaining in the Northern Continent. The Alpha Kingdom and the Principality of Moxi alone can at most protect themselves, and it is difficult to stop the three major alien forces!

   What is more troublesome is that the Alpha Kingdom has not yet realized the threat of aliens, and has devoted a lot of energy to preventing the Hessians from taking advantage of the fire. "

  Marquis Jesús analyzed rationally.

  The human race is the weakest in the North Continent, but it happens to meet the strongest alien race. If it weren't for the fact that the elves had no desire to fight, the Northern Continent would have long been dominated by alien races.

   "After the war breaks out, send someone to remind Caesar IV, but the effect should not be too great.

  When the orcs invaded, the countries in the North Continent did not fully assist them. Now that the situation is changing, it may be difficult for them to make the decision to send all their troops for reinforcements in the first place.

  In addition to revenge psychology, there is also a problem of strength. In the previous wars, the Alpha Kingdom was injured, and now it has recovered slightly.

  At this moment, it is really embarrassing for them to work **** an expedition. Regarding the situation in the Northern Continent, we cannot have too high expectations.

   Inform the Farland Kingdom that if they can't stop the orcs' advance, they will stick to the port and wait for reinforcements. "

   Never mention the Principality of Moxi. Obviously, that half of the powerful country was directly ignored by Charles III.

   Even in the orc invasion, the Principality of Moxi performed well, but it was not based on the premise of having allies to help.

  In the early stage of the war, the performance of the Mosi people was not up to standard. Kong has military strength, but he has not been able to make good use of it.

  If it weren't for the fact that the Warhammer Kingdom was at the bottom, highlighting their excellence, the Principality of Moxi might have also become a laughing stock in the war.

   "Your Majesty, there is no need to worry about the situation in the Northern Continent. No matter how unbearable the Seven Kingdoms of the Grassland are, such a large territory can hold back the orcs for a year or two.

   Those elves obsessed with art are all indecisive masters. When they make up their minds to attack with all their strength, it may take a year or so.

  The small countries in the Northern Continent can survive for a few months no matter what. Such a long buffer period is enough for the Alpha Kingdom to prepare.

   There is no hope of a counterattack. With the strength of the Alpha Kingdom, it is still possible to stick to it for a year or two.

   At least within three years, these alien races will be dragged in the northern continent, unable to really interfere in the continental war.

  For such a long time, even if we didn’t destroy the orc kingdom, we still maimed them, and the other companies probably did the same.

   At that time, the overall situation will be decided, and no matter how hard the alien alliance works, it will be powerless.

  For the eternal hegemony of the human race, it is totally worthwhile to make the countries of the Northern Continent pay a little bit of sacrifice! "

  Duke Bergson said indifferently.

   "One general succeeds and ten thousand bones die", not to mention the right to rule a continent. Impossible without sacrifice.

  Taking history as a mirror, the decline of the mainland overlords in the past dynasties was overthrown by the vassal races.

  When they are strong, everyone lowers their eyebrows and pleases them in every possible way. Once a flaw is revealed, they immediately attack in groups.

  The human race, which has learned from the experience of the predecessors, has formulated a racial strategy to suppress other races from the moment it ascended to the overlord's position.

   Regardless of whether the relationship is good or bad, as long as the strength is strong, it will be suppressed. Such a high-pressure policy made the race lose friends, and it also made the race stronger.

  Under the pressure of enemies all over the world, the glory of the human race was forged. It has developed to the present, and there is even hope of unifying the mainland.

"Um.

  Since the general trend is mine, let's go!

  This battle must be fast, no need to continue to hide it, let the people below show their real skills, this battle must be fought with the prestige of my Frankish Kingdom! "

  Charles III said domineeringly.

  …

  In the Blackstone Mountains, Master Hudson, who didn't know that the continental war was about to break out, was still staring at the herd of beasts below in the clouds.

   "Beast Tide", he has heard of this thing countless times, but this is the first wave he has personally experienced.

   After receiving the news, I rushed over to check it out. Apart from worrying about the Blood Moon defense line, there was also curiosity.

  Frankly speaking, Hudson doesn't want to shoot these monsters. Even if he was engaged in the Warcraft Legion in front of him, he did not enter the Black Rock Mountains to hunt for Warcraft.

   It's not impossible, the main reason is that these monsters also play the role of "barrier". Some guys are here, and the Kingdom of Hesse cannot be easily killed.

  If all the monsters are killed, only a forest will not be able to stop the Hessian soldiers.

  Even if war does not break out, human beings can't help but expand outwards according to their style. Extend the territory to the forest for hundreds of meters today, and enclose another piece tomorrow.

  As long as the land under your feet is suitable for cultivation, this kind of spontaneous expansion is indispensable. The forest barrier of less than 100 kilometers cannot withstand the toss of the nobles on both sides.

  Maybe after the monsters in this area are cleared, there will be monsters from other places to replenish, but it will take time.

  The ever-shrinking distance also means that the probability of conflicts is increasing. Especially the contention for the land of no man is the most common fuse in the civil war of the human race.

   Seeing the cub return, Hudson hurriedly asked: "Bear Stearns, how many high-level monsters are there?"

   There are many kinds of beast tides, but the most powerful ones are all commanded by high-level monsters. The more high-level monsters appear in the beast tide, the greater the destructive power they can cause.

   These high-level monsters are all antiques that have lived for countless years. Their wisdom is no less than that of humans, and their experience is even more abundant.

  Fighting against a group of beasts commanded by high-level monsters is a war.

   "Not many, there are only three high-level monsters in total, and the rest are ordinary goods.

  Hudson, let's get the ugly out of the way first. Ben Xiong will not interfere in the war between humans and monsters, and don't count on me, including spying.

   You have to be careful not to rush to the front line. In case of danger, I am only responsible for carrying you back to a safe area. If it affects the command and operations, I will not be responsible for it! "

  As soon as he came up, he dropped the pick. Hudson just wanted to get angry, but then pressed down again.

  The Earth Bear is also a monster. Although it is not of the same family as the group of monsters below, it still belongs to the big family of monsters.

  Now is the war between monsters and humans, and Bear Stearns, who is caught in the middle, can already give him face if he can not help each other. It would be too much to ask people to betray their own race.

   Except for low-level monsters without intelligence, other monsters that have signed contracts with humans will not participate in such wars.

   "No problem, during the war you are only responsible for protecting my safety, and leave the battle to Maxim."

   Hudson waved indifferently and said.

  Without a bear as a thug, he still has a dragon. What's more, this war is not just his own war, there are allies who can share the pressure.

   Perhaps seeing Bear Stearns succeed in paddling, Maxim also said: "Hudson, I too..."

   "Mr. Maxim, are you also a monster? Are you not going to want the dignity of the dragon family?"

   Hudson pretended to be surprised and exclaimed.

   There is no unified conclusion on the continent of Aslant as to whether a giant dragon is considered a monster. Some people classify them into the big family of Warcraft, and some people list them separately.

   However, the arrogant dragon never admits that he is a lowly monster. Anyone who dares to say that they are monsters to their face must turn their backs immediately!

   "Of course this dragon is not a monster!"

   "Hudson, that's not what I want to say. It's okay to fight, but we have to negotiate the cost first.

  As long as there are gold coins of the same size as this dragon, and the three high-level monsters below, I will help you stop them! "

   While speaking, the saliva flowed out. That greedy expression made Hudson reassure that his mount was indeed a pure-blooded dragon.

   No wonder the other three dragon knights are not very active. It is estimated that everyone was frightened by the asking price of their own dragon.

  Maxim is considered good, subject to the additional clauses in the contract, at least he will not be charged for daily operations, and other dragons are not necessarily.

"roll!"

   One word expresses Hudson's mood.

  Dare to ask for gold coins of the same size as himself, Maxim is no longer a lion, but pure robbery.

   Hudson didn't have the time to calculate the specific number. Anyway, he couldn't afford it, and it was impossible for him to accept this kind of blackmail.

   "Hudson, don't be angry. The price is negotiable. With the relationship between us, we can let you owe it first.

   Besides, you don't have to pay for this money. After a little operation, someone will pay, how about giving you a hundred gold coins? "

  Maxim's greedy words made Hudson lose his temper. Reason told him that if he got angry with this idiot, he could only come out at noon.

   "Don't dream, Maxim, do you think I can be bought with a hundred gold coins?"

   After finishing speaking, Hudson wanted to give himself a big mouth. Sure enough, he was so confused that he didn't even know what to say.

   "Stop talking nonsense, if you want gold coins, go and capture prisoners for me, I only accept living monsters.

One hundred gold coins for a first-order monster, two hundred gold coins for a second-tier monster, five hundred gold coins for a third-tier monster, two thousand gold coins for a fourth-tier monster, four thousand gold coins for a fifth-tier monster, eight thousand gold coins for a sixth-tier monster, thirty thousand gold coins for a seventh-tier monster, eight 100,000 gold coins for Tier 9 Warcraft and 500,000 gold coins for Tier 9 Warcraft.

  The price of female animals in the breeding period is doubled on the basis of the above. "

  The reward price is definitely not comparable to the market price of Warcraft. But the captured ones are all wild monsters, so it is difficult to train them.

  If a trained Warcraft adds a zero to the above price, everyone will rush to pay.

   "Warcraft will last forever, and one will last forever."

   Unlike wild monsters, even if a contract is signed, the owner will leave once he dies. A trained monster can be a family heirloom.

   This is also the reason why Warcraft cubs are so popular. Only cubs can be trained, and once a high-level monster becomes an adult, there is no possibility of training.

   There are many monsters in the hands of the great nobles, but few high-level monsters. The main reason is that these intelligent races are not easy to raise.

  Even cubs raised since childhood are also vengeful. If you dare to feed them ripening potions, there will be backlash in the future.

   According to the normal rhythm of breeding, the long growth cycle, not to mention the huge cost, the key is to ensure that the family's power can last for hundreds of years.

  If the monsters are not raised and the family declines first, all the previous investment will be in vain.

  If it’s just these things, it’s not unbearable. For the nobles, the cost of raising a few more monsters is still affordable.

  The worst thing is these magical beasts, which are easy to be raised and discarded during the long growth cycle. There are too many high-level magical beasts that remain at the fifth or sixth level after being raised for hundreds of years.

  For example: Governor Pierce's flaming lion was originally a high-level monster, but when he reached the fifth level, he became an adult ahead of schedule.

  I tried my best, but finally stopped at the sixth level, unable to cross the threshold of the seventh level, let alone continue to grow.

   Spending hundreds of years to cultivate a mid-level monster is undoubtedly a **** business.

   No matter how high the probability of failure may be, there are also successful cases. These successful cases are the motivation to stimulate everyone to continue investing.

  At this moment, Hudson is drawing cakes for Maxim, mainly for low-level monsters. For these low-intelligence races, the difficulty of contracting is relatively low.

  Especially for the female animal here, it doesn't matter whether it can be contracted or not. If it is captured and bred with Maxim, it will soon be another litter of cubs.

   "No, what kind of dragon do you think of me. How can I do the work of a slave trader? You have to pay more!"

  After listening to Maxim's words, Hudson almost fell off the dragon's back. We were still talking about principles before, but in the blink of an eye, it became only money.

  Gold coins don't have any real meaning to the dragon, and I really don't understand where the dragon's wealth fan attribute comes from.

  …

  Back to the camp, and briefly explained the situation with Governor Pierce, the atmosphere in the room suddenly became heavy.

   "Earl Hudson, are you sure the beast tide is coming towards us?"

  Governor Pierce asked concerned.

  Once the beast tide breaks out, the construction progress of the Blood Moon Defense Line will definitely be affected. Even the completed basic projects may be damaged.

  Even if the tide of beasts is overcome, it will be a lose-lose situation for the monsters and the nobles of the southeastern provinces, and only the Kingdom of Hesse can benefit from it.

   "Judging from the current movement direction of the beast herd, the beast tide is indeed coming towards us.

  Maybe we built the defense line and stimulated them; or maybe there are too many monsters in the Hessen Mountains, and the resources in the mountains can't support so many monsters.

   It is also possible that a certain mercenary group got into trouble and stimulated the high-level monsters in the mountains, and wanted to take revenge through this method.

  …

  There are so many possibilities that it doesn't matter right now. The crux of the problem is how we should deal with this beast tide now. "

   Hudson said calmly.

  The size of the beast herd is indeed not small, but this is Blood Moon County, and there is still a long distance from the mountain territory, so it won't be able to harm him in a while.

  There are so many nobles along the way, after layers of blocking, the beast herd is almost consumed.

   "The border between the Southeast Province and the Hessen Mountains is too long, and the herd can choose a breakthrough location at will, so it is difficult to stop them.

  There are high-level Warcraft commanders, and if they want to set traps to ambush them, it may not be possible.

  The nobles of Blood Moon County are about to suffer, and the neighboring counties may not be able to escape.

  Earl Hudson, issue a military mobilization order! To wipe out the beast horde in a short period of time, the military power of the entire province must be used. "

   Governor Pierce's words made Hudson slightly taken aback. He, the military chief of the province, was just a decoration from beginning to end, and he didn't expect that there would be a time to give orders.

   Immediately understood. It seems that Governor Pierce gave up the initiative, but in fact this is another hot potato.

   Regardless of how to defend, some noble territories must suffer. Whoever commands the battle will bear the resentment of these unlucky ones.

  There is no standing army in the southeastern province. Hudson seems to have obtained military power, but in fact he has the power to temporarily command the nobles' private troops.

  No matter how hard you try, the private army of nobles is just a private army after all. The lord's order is far more important than the words of a provincial military officer.

  (end of this chapter)