On the holy mountain, looking at the letter of help in his hand, the seventh king of Asylus secretly worried. Diaphragm

Although he had a share of the credit for the outbreak of the continental war, it was also a smooth sailing boat under the development of the international situation, and the specific time of the outbreak of the war was not under his control.

At least at the end of the war against the orcs, Pius VII didn't know that the Continental War would break out so soon.

Otherwise, he would not have spent a lot of money to send his nominal nephew, de facto son, to the throne.

Despite being an illegitimate child, it was also his most important son.

It was not Pius VII who broke the secular concept, but the main thing was that the Dawn Church had a rule: the Pope did not marry.

Without a legitimate son, the father-son relationship can only be satisfied by an illegitimate child.

At first, he also thought that his son would inherit the position of the pope, but later considering that it was too difficult to operate, it happened that the appearance of the Seven Kingdoms of the Grassland made him see another option. Diaphragm

The pope is not hereditary, but the king is always hereditary. Rather than stay and fight for the uncertain papal throne, it is better to take the throne that has been passed down from generation to generation.

Even if he shouts about reviving the glory of the Holy See, in fact Pius VII knows better than anyone that it is impossible for the Holy See to go back to its former state.

"What do you think of the request for help from the Seven Grassland Kingdoms?"

Pius VII asked, frowning.

The Holy See is not his alone, and if he wants to send troops to the rescue, he must have the support of the major factions within the Holy See.

It is not difficult to do this, the Pope's son is the king, the sons of the faction leaders are also the great lords, and then there may be the minor lords.

In a sense, the Kingdom of Light is a remake of the Holy See. It's all tailor-made locations, and it's almost not at all. Diaphragm

The sequelae is the combat effectiveness of the Kingdom of Light, which may have been lost for a while. There are too many children of the second and third generations, and the will to fight hard is not so strong.

Of course, they also have their own advantages, and their parents have invested more resources.

Judging from the data on paper, the Kingdom of Light ranks first among the Seven Grassland Kingdoms in terms of population, economy, army, and number of masters.

"Your Majesty, the Kingdom of Light among the Seven Kingdoms of the Steppe is an important part of our layout in the Northern Continent. It is not a last resort and cannot be easily abandoned.

In order to bring the glory of the Lord of Dawn back to the continent, we must urge the Terran Alliance to take immediate action.

If it can't be passed by the council, then let the Kingdom of Light temporarily abandon most of its territory and choose a dangerous area to hold onto.

Send an elite force to help them keep at least one stronghold, and after the victory of the continental war, they will unite with other countries to help them recover their lost territory. "Ahh

Bishop Sauron said in straight words.

Typical public and private use, but no one objected. After all, this is not the first time that a similar operation has happened, and the previous large-scale support for the Kingdom of Light was also paid by the Holy See.

Compared with many joint-stock countries, the Holy See is a proper private enterprise. There is only one boss of the Lord of Dawn, and everyone present is just a high-level worker.

Although the Lord of the Dawn has not appeared for many years, and many people have regarded the Holy See as their private property, they must consider the issue of faith after all, and cannot truly turn the religion into a home.

"There's no problem sending troops, but the orcs are a bunch of crazy people who just ended a war and jumped out in such a hurry.

If you want to help the Kingdom of Light defend a stronghold, you must not only consider military issues, but also logistics.

The only large port in the steppe, currently under the control of the Kingdom of Farrant, we want to transport supplies over, and the nearest route is from there. Diaphragm

In order to keep the Kingdom of Light, this port must also be preserved. This requires the joint efforts of all countries, and it is too difficult for us alone! ”

After listening to Gu Lei's analysis, everyone's faces were not good-looking. As can be seen from the map, it is even more troublesome to keep the logistics line than to keep the Kingdom of Light.

The importance of large ports is self-evident, and in the last war, all countries on the continent used this port to transport strategic materials and complete the strategic attack on the orc empire.

After suffering a loss, it is impossible for the orcs not to learn their lesson. As long as those in power are not stupid, they will do their best to take this port.

If you want to keep the port, you will inevitably have a bloody battle.

If you accidentally make the scene bigger and attract the main force of the orc army, it will be a cheap Alpha Kingdom.

For the sake of a kingdom of light, whether it is worth investing so many resources is worth it, everyone has weighed it in their hearts. Diaphragm

"First send 50,000 reinforcements to help the Kingdom of Light stabilize people's hearts. While the war has not yet burned, send supplies to the Kingdom of Light as much as possible.

No matter what you choose in the end, the battle to defend the Kingdom of Light must be fought. ”

Pius VII said helplessly.

It is no longer the time when the Holy See dominates everything, and they must abide by the rules of the game that prevail on the mainland.

It is undoubtedly the best choice to hold a stronghold, keep the legal system of the Kingdom of Light, and lay the foundation for the later counterattack to regain the lost territory.

Losing the Legion and the government-in-exile, waiting for the post-war Terran Alliance to support restoration is also an option, but this must be approved by all parties.

The criterion for recognition is very simple: look at the strength of resistance during the war. Diaphragm

Especially for a newly created country like the Kingdom of Light, it needs to perform well at this time, and there is no way to convince the public if it does not show outstanding achievements.

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A similar scene was staged in various parts of the mainland at the same time. The continental magnates who had the spare strength to provide support were all weighing whether to continue to invest their strength in the prairie.

In contrast, countries threatened by the elves and the remnants of the ancients are much more persecuted.

Although the mainland nobles are a family, the time for them to be independent is too long, and the blood relationship is about equal to zero.

Even if it is the own family, there is only a little incense left, which is far less close to the sons, grandsons, and brothers of the Seven Kingdoms of the Grassland.

There is no affection, purely from the perspective of interests, everyone seems to have not seen their letter of help. Diaphragm

Except for the verbal promise of sending troops to help, there is no actual action at all.

Through the Terran Alliance Council, the pressure was gradually transmitted to the countries of the Northern Continent. The countries in the central and southern parts of the country can ignore it, but their neighbors cannot sit idly by.

If the countries on the front line collapse, the flames of war will soon burn on their own heads, and no one will be able to escape from it.

After determining that the Terran Alliance could not be counted on, all countries set their sights on the Alpha Kingdom, waiting for the boss of the Northern Continent to come up with a plan.

As one of the core members of the kingdom's military, Hudson also got first-hand information. Even if he was far away from the royal capital, he could feel the distress of the princes and ministers at the moment.

Sending troops or not to send troops is a complete dilemma. Even if they made the decision to wait and see, they had to choose again due to the current situation and international pressure.

The failure to convene another meeting to discuss it was enough to prove that the top brass of the kingdom was responsible and had taken the pressure on their own. Diaphragm

Knowing is knowing, Hudson will not come out and take the initiative. With an uncertain future, any decision can be wrong.

With the results of the previous aristocratic meeting as a decision, everyone can bear the problem together. If you change your decision, you will have to bear the consequences of any problems that arise.

Habitually destroying the documents, Hudson continued to be busy with things in the realm as if nothing had happened.

"Lord Count, Viscount Cailliaud is visiting."

Tom's voice rang in his ears, and Hudson smiled and said, "Invite him to the living room for a short rest, and I'll be there later." ”

His instinct told him that this was the previous plan at work. I just don't know the outcome of the naval battle, and who will win and who will lose in the end.

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"Cayo, long time no see!"

Hudson greeted warmly.

In fact, there was not much communication between the two, even if he complained to Governor Pierce once, it was out of "good intentions", and in order to prevent Cayo, a "good friend", from going astray, he was not at all guilty.

"It's true that I haven't seen him for some days, but His Excellency the Earl is still so beautiful, which is really enviable."

Cailliaud said, feigning emotion.

His perception of Hudson was very complicated, and he went through several stages, first with contempt, then with close attention, then with hatred, and now more so he can only look up.

"Haha...... "Hang."

"You are now very busy, and Your Excellency the Governor has entrusted you with all the affairs of the province. Isn't it a coincidence that you're passing by this time? ”

Hudson said half-jokingly.

There are indeed a lot of government affairs in the southeastern provinces, but most of them are meaningless repetitive trivialities, and the only thing to worry about is the blood moon defense line under construction.

Unlike the nobles of other regions, who are flexible and flexible, the nobles of the Alpha Kingdom prefer to admit death.

It was determined that the Kingdom of Hesse threatened the security of the southeastern provinces, and even when the continental war broke out, the construction of the defense line did not stop.

Of course, those who dare to toss so willfully are also a family in the rich southeastern provinces.

It was originally the richest province in the kingdom, and not long ago, a large magic crystal mine was added, and everyone had the capital to prepare for war and construction at the same time. Diaphragm

What's more, building the Blood Moon Defense Line is itself the best cover for the Demon Crystal Mine. There is a large number of labor transfers every day, and it is difficult to detect anomalies without statistics.

The orc slaves Hudson contributed have now been erased from official figures. The reasons given on the surface are: soil and water adaptation, plague, and project collapse.

In fact, they all entered the mine and unlocked new classes. Unless the Magic Crystal Ore loses its mining value, it will be difficult for them to reappear in the eyes of the outside world.

"Your Excellency, I have come to ask for your help this time. A mysterious group of pirates suddenly appears on the southeast coast and fights the family navy.

At present, we have begun to search the sea surface, and have roughly locked on the enemy's position in the waters of Poison Dragon Island. I think the Earl has also heard of the rumors left here.

In order to pull out this cancer and return a clean southeast coast, please ask His Excellency the Earl to help! ”

As soon as Viscount Cailliaud's words landed, Hudson fell into deep thought. The legend of "Poison Dragon Island" is famous in the southeastern province. Diaphragm

According to ancient legends, this place was the place of exile where the ancient gods imprisoned the evil dragons. The island is full of poisonous insects and beasts, and the slightest carelessness will cost you your life.

It is also rumored that this place is an altar to the gods. Affected by the Great War of the Ancients, it was deserted.

There is also a legend that this place is a hidden treasure land, where the treasures of the rich and rival are buried.

It is even said that this place is connected to the entrance to the abyss, and anyone who comes close will suffer all kinds of misfortunes.

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There are a lot of messy stories, and it is impossible to verify whether they are true or false, but the probability of an accident after the ship enters this sea area is indeed very high.

After looking at Viscount Cayo and finding no fraud, Hudson smiled slightly. Diaphragm

The pirate incident was all single-handedly concocted by him, and the enemy's destination was Poison Dragon Island, and no one knew about it in advance.

In such a short period of time, it should be impossible for the Dalton family to set a trap for the plan.

It can't be said that there are no dragon knights on the continent who have been designed to be killed, but there are really not many, and they are all Yang Mou.

It's easy to plot against people, but it's not so simple to plot against the dragon of the Holy Rank. These transcendent creatures have a very sensitive sense of smell for danger.

Even if there are traps, it's useless, and for mysterious treasures and the like, Lord Hudson has no love directly.

If you find it yourself, you might even go and investigate. The invitations of others are all appreciated.

Greed is the original sin, and Hudson doesn't believe that a pie from heaven happens to hit him. Diaphragm

Even if there is a real treasure, it is the icing on the cake for him. Wealth can be grabbed from war, and the wealth accumulated in the last war is consumed, and a new round of war is coming.

All kinds of secret techniques and knowledge inheritance, he has collected a lot one after another. Although many of them are brushed aside, it is enough to broaden your horizons.

In the same southeastern province, it is impossible for the Dalton family not to know that the cautious Lord Hudson never teams up with people to hunt for treasures.

Without entering the dungeon or secret realm, just wandering outside, trying to ambush a dragon knight is simply a dream.

Back then, when counterattacking the orcs, the Terran Alliance organized a large group of masters to ambush Maxim in the past, and let him go.

Don't look at the time that only two or three years have passed, but Maxim's strength is not what it used to be. When encountering an enemy with the same lineup, even if you can't win, you won't be as embarrassed as you were back then.

Let go of the dragon's idol baggage, learn Bear Stearns' muffled stick play, and maybe even follow the team to complete counter-kills. Diaphragm

What's more, the current situation is not a good time to take action against him. If you really want to do it, you should also choose after the end of the Continental War.

Compared with the alien race, Hudson thinks that he, a young man with five good qualities, is not so capable of pulling hatred.

"Viscount Cailliaud, rest assured, it's everyone's job to fight piracy. Now that these pirates have appeared on the southeast coast, they are our common enemy.

It's just that the waters of the North Continent are full of reefs, and there are often monsters infested, and if you are not familiar with the sea routes, the ship is prone to accidents.

What are these pirates doing here?

Even if something happens and you want to relocate your nest to avoid the limelight, you should keep a low profile? ”

Hudson asked knowingly. Diaphragm

The pirates were originally very low-key, and even the fishermen didn't bother to pay attention to it. How can he be the mastermind behind the scenes, so that the pirates can't keep a low profile.

If they are stained with blood and dare not show their identities to negotiate peace, they can only fight.

"We are also investigating this matter, and the first thing we found their traces of was a patrol warship, and it should have been a clash during interrogation.

By the time reinforcements arrived on the battlefield, the warship had sunk into the sea. After a chase at sea, he had to stop because night fell.

The waters of Poison Dragon Island are often shrouded in fog, and the slightest mistake can cause a miscarriage, and it is not easy to find their foothold.

As a last resort, we can only ask His Excellency the Earl to help! ”

Viscount Cayo explained with a sincere expression. Diaphragm

The previous content is true, the Dalton family is now in a state of confusion, and they don't know why this alien pirate dares to attack their own warship.

The reasons for the conflict are also pure speculation. After all, the parties have already met with the Lord of Dawn, and they want to investigate unless they catch the pirate alive.

The poisonous dragon island behind is full of clouds and mist, and it is not suitable to find the enemy's foothold, so it is purely an excuse.

In the transcendent world, as long as the Dalton family is willing, they are fully capable of clearing the fog of an area in a short period of time.

The trouble is a little troublesome, but compared to owing him a favor, it is obviously more economical to be troublesome.

Such an obvious overture, if it is not visible, Hudson will not have to mix in the political arena.

The war broke out again, and everything was different. He, the commander-in-chief, is already of high value in the eyes of many people. Diaphragm

The Dalton family is not the first, nor will it be the last.

No action was taken, and that was simply because a suitable entry point had not yet been found. If there is a chance, everyone hopes to be able to establish a good relationship with the commander-in-chief in advance.

I don't expect to get much attention, at least I can avoid being deliberately targeted on the battlefield.