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148Either choice (two-person choice)) (6)
Roman said.
“Do you think the Kingdom of Cairo is moving in the right direction??”
First topic.
It was a sensitive issue from the beginning..
The nobles' expressions hardened slightly, but Roman didn't care about their reactions..
“During the invasion of Hector's kingdom, I was on the southern front. What made it difficult for me at that time was not Hector's kingdom, but the internal enemy. Immediately after the war broke out. I have become aware of the enemy's intention to capture the warp gate. However, the commanders of the southern front did not listen to my words, and in just a few days, the southern front fell into the hands of Hector's kingdom..”
It was miserable.
Carelessness led to disaster, and a large chunk of land was lost in an instant..
It could not be explained by saying that it was the reality of a weak country..
Hector is also no different from Cairo, but Hector at least acts as one and moves smoothly..
“That's not the only problem. The Cairo royal family did not move immediately after learning that the southern front had been attacked. The leadership, torn into four parts, needed a lot of time to make a decision, and while they were fighting for power, the southern front fell. The same goes for afterwards. Do you think they sent troops straight from the royal family in Cairo? no. They minimized the central government's troops, gathered troops from the southern region, and sent reinforcements. What if my soldiers and I had not been able to bring about a reversal on the southern front? Even now we may be at war with Hector's kingdom..”
“……What on earth do you mean by saying that??”
a nobleman asked.
Remarks criticizing the royal family.
A word came to mind that I couldn't bear to say..
“I'm not talking about rebellion. However, we need to use this incident as an opportunity to face reality..”
Rebellion.
This was something the nobles were worried about..
Because it was denied, I was able to ask back with peace of mind..
“If so, please tell me the main point..”
“The Kingdom of Cairo is controlled by a central government. This incident alone proved that the royal family could not move troops without permission from the central government. And even though the southern front was in danger right now, they made a move to conserve the central government's power as much as possible by deploying 'southern troops' as a top priority. What do you think that means? What if the Kingdom of Cairo becomes engulfed in war? The central government will mobilize troops from the northeastern region. Although they are willing to participate in the war for the good of the country, it is clear that they will try to use local troops as a fodder for their arrows and take practical advantage. Even if it's the same victory. Unlike the local nobles who lost all their troops, the central government's nobles will continue to firmly maintain the system of power..”
the royal family is incompetent.
He had no intention of overthrowing them and taking the throne, but at least he needed a force to oppose Cairo's power..
“The reality in Cairo is unjust. Although we live in the same country and pay the same taxes, we have different duties and responsibilities than the nobles of the central government. How long do you plan to just watch this reality? Through my past experiences, I decided that new changes were needed in the northeastern region..”
Finally.
Roman has reached his true goal.
“Just as the aristocrats of the capital enjoy power under the name of the central government, how about the aristocrats of the northeastern region joining forces to form a force that protects each other? That's why I've summoned you.”
* * *
Moment.
The nobles looked at each other.
On the surface, they appear to be from the northeastern region, but among them there may have been liars of the central government..
I couldn’t hastily admit it..
If I said something wrong and things went wrong, I could have faced backlash like the Dmitry family..
their reaction.
understood.
Even if it was a small country, the power of the central government was absolute within it..
‘The existence of a subordinate is irrelevant. In any case, once Dmitry begins to move in earnest, the central government will not allow me much time. That's why it's a quick decision. We must quickly unite the northeastern region. If the northeastern region unites around Dmitry, the central government cannot move hastily. Even within the same central government, factions are divided. Moving troops to deal with the entire northeastern region would be a burdensome choice for them as well..’
problem of where to live.
not resolved yet.
Unless they turn completely hostile, those in power in Cairo will not give up their efforts to co-opt Roman..
‘Take control of the northeastern region. When I go back to the capital, a new plan begins..’
I saw the nobles.
He looked worried..
It's good to unite forces, but it creates a fatal problem..
“……great. If we join forces in the northeastern region, we will definitely be able to raise our voices against the central government. The problem is that the environment in the northeast is harsh. Some areas, including Lawrence, have fertile land for farming, but the reality is that most do not. Each region has its own strengths. Just as Dmitry prospered through mining, most families in the northeastern region have their own livelihoods. We use the income from our livelihoods to bring in the things we need from outside, and a fight with the central government is likely to completely block this commerce..”
It was a real problem.
center of commerce.
Cairo was eventually connected directly to the capital..
The disconnection from the capital created real problems, and the central government took advantage of that to gain its current power..
If there is a war with the central government.
I didn't know I had to worry about food right away..
It might be okay for a year or two, but in the long run, problems were bound to arise..
Roman said.
“A system of commerce that is directly connected to the central government. If that chain is not broken, local nobles will always have no choice but to be dragged around. You can't solve all problems. But if you decide, there is a way to solve at least the food problem..”
gave a signal.
Master of the Information Guild.
Lucas came forward..
“This is our future development plan..”
Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.
unfolded the map.
On the map showing the northeastern area, there was a development plan as Lucas said..
eyes were focused.
Everyone was hoping for an explanation from Roman..
“The northeastern area has more mountains than other regions. In particular, behind Dmitri, there is an endless mountain range, which is also referred to as the end of the continent. We need to take advantage of these geographical features. The mountain is a very advantageous structure for blocking enemy attacks, and we will build a fortress on this mountain to prepare people in case of emergency. Additionally, we plan to clear the mountains and grow crops so that the northeastern region can become self-sufficient in the future..”
“Is that possible? Clearing a mountain is not such an easy task.”
Meantime.
Many people covet the mountain ranges of the northeastern region..
However, it failed time and time again, and eventually the local nobles had no choice but to live a life dependent on the capital..
With them.
Roman Dmitry was different.
“yes you can.”
past life.
The home of the Heavenly Demon Church.
It was located in the Hundred Thousand Mountains, a mountain range spanning hundreds of kilometers..
* * *
Before leaving for the southern front.
Roman ordered Lucas to investigate the endless mountain range..
‘A similar type of mountain range to the Hundred Thousand Mountains. Is this really a coincidence??’
new life.
As time passed, it became more closely related to my past life..
I was born into a blacksmith family, just like in my previous life where I worked with iron, and behind my family was a mountain range like Hundred Thousand Mountains..
Is it a coincidence?.
Or, is it inevitable?.
I can't yet determine my new life, but what is certain is that my past life gave me the knowledge to utilize the endless mountain ranges..
‘The Church of the Heavenly Demon has made its home on Hundred Thousand Mountains for generations. They were familiar with farming methods that utilized flat or sloping land, and formed a perfect fortress that could withstand attacks from the right faction, the Murim, for several years. It is no different in this life. If you make good use of the given environment, the northeastern region can gain new routes..’
and now.
Roman said to the nobles.
“As shown in the data, land that can be reclaimed has been identified, and some of it is already being reclaimed. This will probably take a long time. However, if we use the endless mountains as a last bastion rather than just a wall that blocks us, we can gain the strength to not back down even in the face of threats from the central government..”
“……That's really amazing.”
Everyone was impressed.
From the reclamation plan to the drawings of the fortress..
Roman was thorough..
Rather than simply providing an abstract direction, it was clearly telling us how to proceed..
‘The existence of endless mountain ranges. Its meaning is not simple. If we use the Endless Mountains as a source for the northeastern region, we cannot overlook the fact that the Endless Mountains are located behind Dmitry. Naturally, Dmitry's power will become stronger. That's the beginning. The moment Dmitry completely takes control of the northeastern region, I gain the power to oppose the central government..’
Northeast Association.
There was a reason they were saved.
If the Northeast Association is torn down, money and manpower will be needed to fill the void left by them..
It was a waste.
I would rather accept their presence and use it as a 'wall' to reach Dmitry..
In order for the central government to attack Dmitry in the future. We must destroy the forces including the Northeast Association..
It is not simply a fight between the central government and Dmitry, but it is turning into a fight between powers..
Dispute with the Earl of Douglas.
In order to avoid harming the northeastern region, Roman attacked the forces in the north and made them face reality..
It had to be that way..
If you attack the Northeast Association.
In the future, this will mean that the power of the forces opposing the central government will be weakened..
‘As time goes by, the Northeast Association's ability to betray disappears. Disconnection from the central government means dependence on Dmitry, and in order to survive within the same fence, we have no choice but to cooperate as much as possible. Necessary evil. Allow them to exist, but they will pay me dearly..’
A plan that started with organizing the ranks.
If Viscount Conrad had known that fact, he would have been horrified and speechless..
The nobles were paying attention..
At first I thought it was reckless, but then I realized that I could go along with a plan of this magnitude..
It was then.
“I will follow the opinions of the Dmitry family. Lawrence is completely willing to help Dmitry with anything he does..”
“The same goes for the Conrad family. We'll help you with anything.”
Lawrence and Conrad.
they came first.
Anyway, the trend was tilted..
They decided that if they had to go with Dmitry, they would need to show loyalty sooner than others..
Even so, Lawrence.
Viscount Conrad’s judgment was quick..
He had long since abandoned his pride, and starting with him, all the nobles in the northeastern region swore allegiance..
opinions gathered.
Northeast area.
With Dmitry at the center, they hoped to form a single force..
Roman said.
“From now on, the name of the northeastern alliance will be called ‘Dmitry Alliance’..”
Even in one name.
Dmitry gave meaning to reign..
Finally.
It was the moment when the entire northeastern region fell into Dmitry's hands..
* * *
that time.
Squeak.
Baron Romero tipped his glass..
On the other side was Knight Commander Jonathan..
“Commander Jonathan. Do you think my judgment is wrong??”
this meeting.
It was a matter of dealing with a serious matter..
However, Baron Romero did not want to take the initiative himself, but wanted Roman Dmitry to proceed..
Jonathan drank in silence..
My blood boiled, but I couldn't say it was right in front of my master..
“From the moment I first received the title of nobleman. I had endless worries about whether it was right for me to live as a noble. I, who was born a blacksmith, was not suited for living a life of culture wearing these cumbersome clothes. You know it well, right? What kind of person am I? At first, I thought there would be no problem living like this, but looking back recently, I realize how foolish I was..”
“don't say that.”
eat.
Baron Romero laughed..
Romero's Dmitri.
It was half-baked..
Although he had power, he could not use it, and Dmitry was ignored by people..
But what about now?.
Everyone looked up to Dmitri, and at one word from Roman, they showed up flocking to Dmitri early in the morning..
“Dmitri is moving in the right direction now. Dmitri's people are proud of living in this land, and the nobles in the northeast no longer look down on Dmitri as someone of insignificant origin. So I decided to take a step back. For the future, it would be better for Roman Dmitry to handle important matters rather than me..”
acknowledged the reality.
He is just a blacksmith.
The position of the lord was not suitable, and the endless issue of succession was finally put to an end..
‘I feel sorry for Rodwell for all his hard work, but Dmitry's eldest son is something that no one can replace..’
This does not mean that the title will be handed down immediately..
but.
took a step back.
I was planning to leave all external affairs to Roman for the time being, at least so that he could completely take over real power..
drank alcohol.
With the hot intoxication rising, Baron Romero could not hide his excitement..
“It's really good.”
that day.
A big change took place inside Dmitry..
shift of power.
In addition to Baron Romero's pledge, the nobles present at the meeting also regarded Roman as the center of the Dmitry family..
Dmitry Alliance.
The events of that day were not known in the capital..
As Roman expected, there were central government henchmen, but they were overwhelmed by Roman's momentum and decided to join Dmitry's alliance..
To be exact, the fight with Earl Douglas had a significant impact..
A close fist is more frightening than a distant power, and Roman's plan was certainly plausible..
At that time, Dmitry was going through a turbulent time..
There was someone who found Dmitry.
“……Is this Dmitri, the blacksmiths' sacred place?.”
middle aged man.
There was a handsome sword hanging from his belt..
Marquis Valentino.
He followed Blaze's trail and arrived at Dmitry..
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