Chapter 220 Sarah Coren (Please subscribe!)
A helping hand in times of need is often more appreciated than icing on the cake.
As a noble territory located on the border, the relationship between Idar Territory and Mann's Fortress has always been quite good.
In other words, throughout the Norman Empire, the relationship between local noble lords and local imperial garrison generals was generally not too bad.
After all... the nobles are not stupid. Although they will stand on the side of the Regency Council most of the time, it does not mean that they have to offend these imperial generals who obey the royal family.
Moreover, as the Stuart family has been operating in the eastern part of the empire for generations, the garrison generals of Fort Mann have long had many secret exchanges with the Stuart family, and daily welcoming and seeing off are naturally indispensable.
In fact, the royal family is naturally aware of this widespread phenomenon.
for example……
Even the previous emperor Raphael Alexander, who worked hard to suppress the authority of the nobility, did not mobilize the imperial army stationed near the Sogn Plain when he eliminated the Cornelius family.
Instead, he waited until the elite imperial corps stationed in the southern part of the empire, led by the Second Prince Reiz, arrived before executing the order.
Therefore, when Bruno heard that there was a shortage of food and fodder in Fort Mainn, he very actively sent a large amount of food and fodder to help the imperial soldiers overcome the difficulties.
At the same time, under Bruno's instruction, the flags and emblems of the Stuart family, Earl of Idar, were hung on these food and supplies, so that the imperial soldiers would know who provided the supplies and food they used during these days!
However, the garrison commander of Fortress Maine pretended to be unaware of Bruno's actions.
After all…if you trace it back to the source, Sarah Coren, the garrison commander of Fort Mann, and Bruno’s father, the former Earl Adam Stuart, were old comrades who had participated in the Northern Frontier Campaign together! Moreover, unlike those online novels where the protagonist is surrounded by enemies all around, Sarah Coren, like Viscount Conte, has always been very caring towards Bruno.
It is precisely because of this relationship that the soldiers of Mann Fortress have never made things difficult for the Idar Chamber of Commerce's convoy, and even provided certain assistance when necessary.
Otherwise, when Bruno transported truckloads of bagasse waste from the Kingdom of Basel to Idar, it would have attracted the attention of Fortress Mann.
The Stuart family would naturally reciprocate by giving Sarah Coren a considerable sum of money every year. It can be said that...it was with the support of Lord Idar that Sarah Coren was able to firmly occupy such an important position as the garrison general of Mann Fortress.
"Idar Territory has changed a lot."
In the study of the lord's castle, the imperial general Sarah Coren praised openly: "The last time I came here, Idar City was not much different from other noble territories, but this time, it is very different."
"If it weren't for Uncle Colen leading the imperial soldiers to guard the Maine Fortress, there would be no such peaceful life in Idar County." Bruno smiled and flattered.
Sarah Coren used a fork to pull out a large piece of meat rolling in the boiling water from the hot pot in front of her. Without blowing on it a few times, she immediately put it into her mouth, "Well, what you said is too fake..."
Similar to Bruno, Sarah Coren was a rather alternative aristocrat. Although he also held a noble title, he never took the so-called aristocratic dignity seriously.
In addition, the relationship between the two has always been good, so they were quite frank and there were no roundabout ways.
Drinking big gulps of wine, eating big chunks of meat, hanging out with the soldiers in the barracks...
These are what Sarah Coren considers a happy life!
"Idar has not yet recovered from the pirates' attack. I plan to send a letter to Saint Lawrence, asking the emperor and the Regent Council to let the imperial soldiers of Fort Mann assist me in providing relief to the victims and resisting the pirates."
Bruno wiped the corners of his greasy mouth and spoke suddenly.
Hearing this, Sarah Colen couldn't help but raise her head and took a deep look at Count Idar who was sitting in front of her.
The young face in front of him was still as handsome and elegant as ever.
But...his ability to tell lies with open eyes has improved greatly.
Sarah Coren didn't believe the story of pirate invasion at all.
Everyone in Idar lived and worked in peace and contentment, with a constant stream of business travelers. The streets and alleys were clean and tidy. In the huge city of Idar, there was not even a ragged homeless person to be seen! Such a peaceful and happy scene appeared before Sarah Coren's eyes. How could there be any sign of a pirate invasion? "Where are the pirates?" Sarah Coren asked speechlessly.
"The brave Idar people fought hard and shed blood, and finally used all their strength to repel the pirates' attack, protecting the lives and property of the Idar people and maintaining the Idar territory..."
"Speak human language."
"I wiped out all the pirates." Bruno rolled his eyes and said frankly.
“…”
"Are you afraid that I will be transferred to the front line to fight the enemy and die on the battlefield?"
"No, I'm actually afraid that the new generals will have too many problems and find fault with me all the time, which will definitely affect the speed at which I make money." Bruno replied with a smile.
“…”
"Actually... it's good for everyone if you stay here. Idar Territory needs to develop steadily, and the current situation in the empire is still unclear. If you rush in rashly, your death will be in vain. It's better to stay in Idar Territory safely. And... according to the current situation, will you have less opportunities to fight?"
Sarah Coren thought for a moment, then lowered her head and continued eating.
Bruno went on to say, "Besides...if we need to fight, we must know why we are fighting, right? Is it for Pitzman who ascended the throne to become the emperor, or for the second prince Rez who is far away in the Sogn Plain?"
"Although guarding Mann's Fortress is an important position and you have a lot of troops at your disposal, it is far away from the center of the empire. For these two forces now, no matter who you join, you will only be cannon fodder."
"I understand all this, but... you should have some other ideas, right?" Sarah Coren raised her head and said with a smile.
Bruno did not hide his feelings in the face of Sarah Coren, so... he nodded naturally.
Edward Conte, Viscount Conte, and Sarah Coren, the garrison commander of Fort Maine, are the two people Bruno trusts the most besides his many trusted men. They are also the Stuart family's closest partners.
"I'll have someone write a report tomorrow..." Sarah Coren paused, then continued, "...about the serious situation of pirate harassment facing the eastern territories of the Norman Empire."
Sarah Coren is a smart person. She does love military life and the life-and-death struggles on the battlefield, but that doesn't mean she has a straightforward way of thinking like Pitsman Alexander.
After saying that, the two couldn't help but smile at each other.
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