Sitting in the pavilion in the garden, Loran Hill listened to them talking about the current situation of the empire. Although what they talked about was not confidential or important, she felt that these people were not the common mediocre nobles.
The individuals invited by Earl Howard this time were indeed extraordinary. They seemed to possess transcendental ornaments capable of concealing their auras, yet to many outsiders, they remained at Sequence 5, not particularly exceptional. However, such tactics were of little use to Loran Hill.
Loran Hill blinked his eyelashes slightly, sensing that the strength of those around him were all above Sequence 6, and judging from their age, they were only around 20 years old. With such strength, they were among the top ones even in the East.
Regardless of the complicated intrigues involved, the purpose of Loran Hill's trip was not to engage in power struggles. She just wanted to learn more about the possible future choices of these elite nobles.
"The empire is very unstable right now. Business is difficult at times, and the roads along the way are not very peaceful."
"Little Lacey, do you have such worries too? Haha, how about I lend you a cavalry team from our family, and you only need to pay some salary for their daily support, how about it?" The lazy young nobleman Du Xiu took the initiative to speak at this time, and seemed to like Loran Hill a little.
"Uh...we don't need this. Thank you, Lord Du Xiu." Loran Hill answered in a low voice.
"Why, are you worried you can't afford it? Haha, in that case, I can waive Lacey's commission for another six months. Don't underestimate our family's cavalry, they're all skilled warriors above Sequence 4."
Although Du Xiu appeared casual and lazy, not unlike a formidable figure, his ability to easily summon an elite force of over a hundred men demonstrated his extraordinary family background and strength. Sequence 4 Transcendents weren't commonplace; today, they were considered the elite of the elite. In some small towns, Sequence 4 Transcendents were considered the strongest.
"I understand, but I still want to solve these problems by myself. After all, I can't always rely on others for this kind of thing. If I get used to it now, I will suffer in the future." Loran Hill shook his head again.
"Little Lacey doesn't really look like a businessman. The businessmen I know are all eager to borrow more money, expand their business, import more goods, and make more money," Rosella sighed. At first, she'd heard her father had invited a young merchant to the party, and she'd felt a certain displeasure and disdain. It was supposed to be a gathering with her friends, and suddenly this stranger showed up. After a while of talking and spending time together, she developed a stronger fondness and affection for this girl, who looked slightly younger than herself.
Running the Chamber of Commerce at such a young age, and traveling extensively, must have been a struggle. A beautiful face is indeed an asset, but without corresponding status in the empire, it can be a nuisance. No wonder she wanted to attend aristocratic gatherings; she probably wanted to expand her fame, connect with more people, and increase her safety.
Thinking of this, Rosela's depression instantly dissipated, and she intentionally or unintentionally helped Loran Hill get to know these companions.
"Miss Lacey is very strong. Girls like you are rare these days." Luther, leaning against a nearby pillar, turned back to comment. He was the most indifferent of the group.
"Well, why don't we help Lacey find some instructors to train those guards, which would be of some help." Rosela suggested at this time.
"That's easy. I know a lot of retired officers who are worried about having nothing to do. After all, the war is over." Luther agreed casually.
"Why is Luther taking the initiative now? Does he also like little Lacey?" Du Xiu said jokingly at this time.
"Heh, maybe I was too gentle just now and didn't let you settle down." Luther glanced at Du Xiu and exchanged a few more words. Although they looked at each other, they seemed to have a good relationship.
Afterwards, Loran Hill slowly talked with a few people about the reasons for the poor public security, and several people also expressed their own ideas.
"After all, the war is lost." Du Xiu took a strawberry on the table, threw it into his mouth, and said casually while chewing.
"If we defeat the seven nations of Xuehua and expand our territory, all problems will be easily solved."
"It's nothing like now, where the food supply is always so scarce."
"In fact, the food production is still sufficient. When I was studying at the Royal Academy, scholars said that the empire actually has a lot of food, after all, it has the help of the forest elves." Rosela lifted her hair and recalled.
"But there's also a lot of waste, and not everyone gets to eat what's produced." Fa Xin'er, standing aside, rarely spoke. This mysterious girl with black hair and a black dress was the least talkative of the group.
"Just like the logistical supplies in war, of 100 kilograms of food transported from the place of production to the hands of soldiers on the front line, there are probably only less than 10 kilograms left, and 90% is lost on the way." She said helplessly with a slight sigh.
"Is it so scary?" Du Xiu was very surprised. He never cared about this.
"That's right." Luther nodded at this time.
"My grandfather told me this since I was a child, and logistical supplies have always been the most important thing in wars."
"The reason why the empire suffered a crushing defeat in the later period was not only because it encountered extraordinary alchemical weapons on land, but also because its water supply lines were cut off by the Southern Islands."
"You know, transporting by ship on water is much more convenient and faster than by road. There will be at least a 70% loss on land, but only a 20-30% loss at sea." This young nobleman from a military family expressed his opinion.
"Food is something that spoils very easily. It can be damaged by insects, fire, dirt, mold, soaking, etc. You have never been to the battlefield, so you don't know how difficult it is to supply the front line." Luther shook his head.
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