Chapter 474: The New Journey of the Idar People
Rez is dead.
Although Bruno had not had much dealings with the young Norman emperor, and their relationship was far from harmonious, but...
The news of Rez's death still made Bruno silent at this moment.
The Principality of Idar has never regarded the Third Norman Empire headed by Rez as a powerful enemy, but it is undeniable that as a member of the Alexander family, Rez is indeed doing his best to save this empire on the verge of collapse.
And what a coincidence is that...
Rez Alexander, the Emperor of the Norman Empire not only met Bruno, a time traveler, but also encountered the Church of Light that had spent hundreds of years gathering its strength!
Perhaps this is the trend of history, the unstoppable pace of history.
In half a year,
The Principality of Idar destroyed the rule of the Bolsen family, and the Church of Light set fire to the royal palace of the Norman Empire.
only……
For the former, Bruno is a participant; for the latter, Bruno is a spectator.
Different perspectives bring different moods. When Bruno decided to launch the Basel conquest war, he was more excited and happy.
As a participant in the Basel conquest war, Bruno was certainly saddened by the death of Idar soldiers, but just like the "integrated mixed gains" and "separated mixed losses" based on the utility value function, when the Principality of Idar gained far more than the price it paid in the war...
In Bruno's heart, what was more important was the pleasure and joy after winning.
However, this time, as a bystander and as a member of the aristocracy of this era, Rez's death left Bruno speechless.
The death of Rez seems to have little impact on the Principality of Idar, but in fact it will make the Principality of Idar face a more severe and urgent threat of war.
after all……
The existence of Rez can attract the energy of the Church of Light to the Principality of Idar, thus providing more time for the development of the Principality of Idar.
Bruno did not expect Rez to be able to resist for long, as long as he could hold out until the day when Idar's army completed the deployment of new equipment.
Even just a day ago, the Idar Government Office had just decided to donate a batch of weapons and equipment to Rez free of charge in the name of a friendly neighbor.
But now... it's not necessary.
Accompanied by Mundell, Bruno slowly walked into his study with extremely complicated feelings.
"Why did Rez die suddenly?"
After a while,
Bruno, who was staring at the map with a serious expression, suddenly asked.
"According to the information sent back by the intelligence personnel, after the imperial capital of Saint Lawrence was captured by the Crusaders, the remnants of the army led by Rez began to flee all the way north, hoping to escape to the Songen Plain north of the Albona River to regroup."
"However... the church did not intend to let Rez retreat peacefully. A crusader army affiliated with the Church of Light pursued Rez and his men almost day and night, all the way to the banks of the Albona River."
"Where is Marshal Teodoro? If I remember correctly, he is not only Rez's teacher, but also a rare famous general in the Norman Empire!"
"Reporting to His Excellency the Duke, as soon as the news of the Church of Light burning down the Norman Palace spread, the Second Prince Reiz fainted. According to Reiz's instructions, Marshal Theodoro had already crossed the Albona River to the Sogn Plain, so..."
"So, has the Church of Light yet crossed the Albona River?"
"No."
Mundell shook his head.
The Albona River is located north of the Great Plain in the Central Region and has always been regarded as the dividing line between the Sognefjord and the Great Plain in the Central Region.
Not only does it have a fast-flowing flow, but the river is also extremely wide, making it a more dangerous natural barrier than the River Sauron.
After receiving Mundell's answer, Bruno thought for a moment and his frown gradually relaxed:
"Call all generals above the rank of brigadier general stationed in Idar City and tell Defense Minister Sarah Coren to convene an emergency meeting of the Idar Defense Department in the Sky Garden in one hour."
"yes!"
Seeing that his lord the Duke was so serious, Mundell naturally did not dare to delay for a moment. He responded and left in a hurry.
Bruno in the study stood up and looked at the map hanging on the wall with serious eyes...
Rez died in the Albona River.
This means that the situation on the mainland has changed quietly.
This also means that the vast land from the Sogn Plain in the north to the Kelvin Basin in the south and the Valens Plain in the east has become a no-man's land! Now, the soldiers of the Crusaders have already stepped into the Kelvin Basin.
but……
The western part of the Sognefjord and Valens Plains...
These vast, rich and fertile territories have not yet been conquered by the Crusaders!
Almost the next second after hearing the news of Rez's death, Bruno realized... this might also be an opportunity for the Principality of Idar.
The death of Rez will definitely remove a shield and a buffer between the Principality of Idar and the Church of Light.
But Rez is dead after all! What Bruno has to do now is to strive for the maximum benefit for the Principality of Idar under the current situation, so as to restore the impact of Rez's death on the Principality of Idar as much as possible! Apart from anything else,
According to the intelligence brought by Idar CIA at the same time, the Kingdom of Cecil has already prepared its troops for war in Carter Heights.
The Odin Empire also deployed tens of thousands of troops on the Armanches Plain south of the Novokammon Mountains, and the Crusaders led by the Church of Light were swallowing up the fruits of victory after the war at a terrifying speed.
Obviously, almost all the forces on the continent are staring at the vast land left by the second prince Reiz, and regard it as a piece of fat meat for them to fight for! Bruno Stuart, the Duke of Idar, is naturally no exception!
Bruno’s idea was actually very simple. Instead of letting the church get it, it would be better for him to get it himself.
Even if he couldn't get it, he couldn't let the church get it! Because in the inland of the empire where the per capita cultural level was only at the prenatal education stage, the brainwashing effect of the Church of Light would undoubtedly be magnified to the greatest extent.
The more land the Church of Light occupies, the more confident the Crusaders will be in attacking everywhere! And...
Bruno actually didn't want much. The Basel Conquest War had more than doubled the territory of the Principality of Idar, which was really a bit indigestible.
So, Bruno is not greedy.
As long as we can grab the western part of Valens Plain, it will be enough! Before that,
The Principality of Idar only occupied the eastern part of the Valens Plain, including the city of Valens, while the vast territory in the western part of the plain was firmly held in the hands of the second prince, Rez.
Although Bruno was drooling over the land, he never took any action considering that he still needed Rez to act as a buffer.
And now...
Although the imperial army led by Marshal Theodore still had the strength to fight, it was unable to withstand the attacks from all directions.
If we don't fight now, when will we fight? As long as Bruno can take the entire Valens Plain into his possession, the Principality of Idar will surely have a more impressive strategic depth!
This has extraordinary strategic significance for the entire Principality of Idar.
…
The Idar people have never feared war.
The status of Idar Park today is earned by countless Idar soldiers who fought with real swords and guns and shed their blood.
From the insignificant earldom that used to hide in the eastern part of the continent, to the powerful earldom that inspires awe in the nobles and wealthy, and even makes people tremble with the stomping of their feet, every Idar person living on this land has personally participated in this magnificent transformation.
so……
When the generals of the Principality of Idar gathered in the Sky Garden, their eyes were all filled with a burning desire to fight.
What Bruno needs to consider is the development of the entire Principality of Idar and what he needs to do is to take charge of the overall situation.
The soldiers of the Principality of Idar have to win every war .
These Idar generals who followed Bruno all the way were already eager for the war that might break out at any time.
"We must take the Valens Plains, but the question is...how are we going to take it?"
Looking at the Idar Army generals surrounding him, Bruno said in a deep voice.
Bruno's thoughts are not without reason.
Although the second prince Rez was dead, Marshal Teodoro still had more than 20,000 soldiers under his command.
Even if the old, weak and sick are excluded, there are still more than 10,000 soldiers capable of fighting.
In addition to this, the famous imperial general, General Yellen Rudolph, also has nearly 10,000 imperial soldiers under his command.
Although the number of people was not too large, the Idar army could easily capture them all in one fell swoop, but... Bruno had other ideas.
"Could it be... that Your Excellency the Duke wants to recruit those soldiers to surrender?" Looking at Bruno's face, Saracoln asked tentatively.
“That’s indeed the idea.”
Bruno nodded and said to everyone present: "Although there are many forces on the continent today, the rising Church of Light is our common enemy."
"And these soldiers who once served under the Second Prince Reiz are among the few who have fought in close combat with the Crusaders. If we can persuade them to surrender, it will certainly be of great benefit to the Principality of Idar!"
"Moreover, most of them have experienced several extremely difficult battles such as the Battle of the Albona River and the Battle of St. Lawrence. They are veterans with sufficient actual combat experience!"
Sarah Coren, who was standing by, also agreed with Bruno's words.
As the Minister of Defense of Idar and a former Norman general, he was well aware of the huge gap between new recruits and veterans.
Veterans who have been to the battlefield have seen blood and death with their own eyes!
Even though the Idar army has completely different weapons and equipment, unique training methods and combat systems...
But the unforgettable memories that the veterans possess, the perception that is formed by being born and died many times, are by no means comparable to any new recruit!
What's more, the external threats and the expansion of territory have made the conscription work of the Principality of Idar extremely tense.
If we can take the army left behind by Rez,
Then the defense pressure faced by the Principality of Idar will inevitably be greatly reduced, and Sarakoren, the Minister of Defense, will also be able to breathe a sigh of relief.
"So... is it possible?"
"It's hard to say for Marshal Teodoro, but... I am confident that I can convince General Yellen Rudolph!"
Facing the inquiring gaze from his Lord Duke, Saracoln said in a deep voice.
The Koren family and the Rudolf family have always had close relations. Before serving as the garrison commander of Mann Fortress, Sarah Koren had served in the Royal Guards with Yellen Rudolf.
"Then I'll wait for your good news!"
Bruno nodded, then looked at the power distribution map with sharp eyes, and said in a deep voice: "As for Marshal Teodoro... send Idar agents to try to make contact. If they can surrender, it would be the best. But if the old marshal is unwilling... the Principality of Idar will also bring the entire Valens Plain under its rule!"
The voice fell,
Including Defense Minister Sara Colen, all Idar generals stood up suddenly and answered in unison: "Yes, sir!"
…
Under the protection of the Idar army, external turmoil never affects the internal affairs of the Idar Principality.
Although the people of Idar would also talk about the news of the death of the Norman Emperor Rez Alexander published in the Idar Daily, and would also eagerly discuss the situation in the interior of the empire,
but……
The Idar army was like a solid high wall, isolating them from the hardships and difficulties they had experienced.
On one side, the country was in turmoil and the nobles were fighting each other, while on the other side, the economy was prosperous and society was stable.
The Principality of Idar provides a roof over the heads of the people living on this land.
At the same time,
The people of the Principality of Idar have never let Bruno down.
During this half year, Idar's army conquered cities and made great achievements outside the principality.
Within the principality, the hard work of the farmers has made the food reserves of the Principality of Idar increasingly abundant. The painstaking efforts of the merchants and the economic policies jointly formulated by the Idar Central Bank and the Idar Government Office have made the business of the Principality of Idar increasingly prosperous.
The third public hospital was officially established in Valence, and the 100th public primary school began to enroll students in Basel.
The Principality of Idar is moving further and further on the path of magic industrialization.
There are more and more scientific research results coming out of Idar Public University.
In this prosperous scene,
An ocean-going sailing ship that came from afar slowly docked at the port of Merlin District.
The international students from the Kingdom of Cecil finally arrived at this land in the east of the continent on the sailing ship of the Idar people...
(End of this chapter)
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