On April 3o, the 3rd year of the revival calendar, on the "Victory Day Celebration", the Lion King swore to the south, thus opening the prelude to the "War of Kings". ∑.

Subsequently, the elite corps of the empire, including the "Three Hussars" and the "Five Male Soldiers", went south through the "Road of the Light" and officially set foot on the southern land.

After the Anlan Rebellion, the weak Borriello was unable to clean up the mess, and all the territories outside the Green River Valley were occupied by garrisons loyal to Onissa, powerful people from all over the country, or friendly forces of the Holy See. The emperor **, who was gearing up, regarded them as his own testing stone, and several large legions of soldiers were divided into three routes, roaring from north to south, and almost did not encounter any decent resistance. Count Calderra, the former commander of the southern defense line of the Principality of Anlan, knew that he had no power to return to the sky, so he had to give up the southern cities and lead the remnants of only a few thousand people to retreat to the mountainous area.

In just forty days, the rebel forces in the Dukedom of Borriello were swept away. Except for a few garrisons, the elite legions of the Empire were all assembled on the southern border of Anlan. This is the first time in nearly a thousand years that Snowdon's Iron Hoof has been so close to the land of the "Holy Alliance", and with just one order, they can leap into the territory of the Duchy of Ian.

In the face of a war that could break out at any time, the Holy See of Light issued an edict calling on its people to take up arms and resist bravely. At the same time, the recruitment and reorganization of the Guangming New Army is still proceeding in an orderly manner. In order to delay the advance of Snowton's iron cavalry, the people in the northern plains of the Duchy of Ian have all gathered in the nearby big cities. The high walls blessed by divine magic are a difficult bone to gnaw, at least for the cavalry troops, they will have to pay a great price if they want to conquer any city.

Of course, this is just drinking to quench your thirst. The "tide of shadows" has just receded, and this long-suffering land will not last long at all. In the case of the frenzied influx of people in the surrounding areas, even if the strict military rationing system is implemented, the grain stocks in these cities can only barely last until winter.

But for Innedir. Winter is enough. Despite Snowdon's strength, the long supply lines would greatly weaken this advantage. Generally speaking, if you want to support an ordinary soldier, you need to mobilize two civilians to transport supplies, and the elite cavalry troops, in addition to the consumption of men and horses, also need to be equipped with a certain number of servant troops to serve them, and the grain and grass they consume. At least four times more than the average soldier.

Therefore, every war is a confrontation of the comprehensive strength of the two sides. In the process of wrestling with each other, the party that takes the lead will inevitably swallow the bitter fruit of defeat.

The Tower of St. White.

"Six months, the first six months after the outbreak of the war, was definitely the most intense stage of the enemy's offensive," Inedil said, holding a quill pen and sketching casually on paper. "With the savings of the Snowton Empire, it is enough to support a full-scale war for half a year to a year. After a year, the country's agricultural and animal husbandry production will be greatly affected...... If the war enters a stalemate phase and lasts for more than two years, Snowton will inevitably be greatly demoralized. ”

"That's right," the Pale Lord nodded in agreement. "But it's not easy to drag Snowton into the quagmire of war...... Throughout history, there have been protracted wars that have either been limited by terrain or harassed. Multi-line containment. However, the Duchy of Ian is not Buyada, there is no dense network of rivers, and there are no mountains as a barrier, so as for attacking the rear of Snowton, it is even more unthinkable. ”

"Space can only be exchanged for time," Innedil said, getting up and smoothing the wrinkles in his robes, "If the northern line of defense could be delayed until winter, the situation would be very different. Snowton is not a demon legion, nor is it a 'Council of Bones', the wet and cold winter in the south will make the Snowton soldiers very uncomfortable, coupled with frequent rain and snow weather, Nacini should not be stupid enough to launch a large-scale military operation. ”

"It's a pity that Ian's northern border is precisely the weakest defense area under the rule of the Holy See," the Pale Lord sighed, "They have only been included in the 'Holy Alliance' for a short time, and their faith is not strong, I am afraid it will be difficult to resist the onslaught of Snowton's elite legions." ”

"Rest assured, I have already made arrangements," replied Innedir, who had taken a few steps back and forth, "and by the way, the northern line of defense will be ready before Nacini reaches Anlan." ”

"Narcini has left Norman?" asked the Pale Lord.

"Two days ago, on June 15, Nacini announced that he would leave for the front line," Inedil nodded, and said indifferently, "He was accompanied by Davide, the dragon knight, the golden hibiscus who was known as the 'First Knights of the North', and some important officials of the three divisions and six provinces......"

"Who is left behind in the imperial capital?" the pale lord frowned slightly. The king who was on a foreign expedition would also do his best to deal with government affairs, but due to the long distance and the difficulty of communication, he still had to appoint a regent to deal with some unexpected situations. Under normal circumstances, this position is reserved for the prince who will succeed to the throne in the future, so as to exercise his governing ability by the way. King Konacini had no children, but he could not follow the custom.

"The Chief of War, Kudran," added Innedir after a moment's thought, "but he has not much power, and must consult with the governors of the provinces in matters of importance. ”

"Hmm...... Kudran is old, and he has more than enough to defend and not enough to pioneer, so it is appropriate to stay in Norman," the Pale Lord muttered, "but can he suppress the aristocratic power in Snowdon's country?"

Nacini had a thoughtful expression, he thought for a moment, and then said, "I'll consider these, and as for 'that thing,' I'll leave it to you, teacher." ”

"Good. The Pale Lord bowed slightly, and closed his eyes again. At the moment when Inedil turned and walked down the White Tower, a mysterious smile appeared on the corner of the stone statue's mouth.

He still remembered how sincere and devout that young priest apprentice was many years ago. As an evil god who rules "hypocrisy" and "deception", this is the feeling that the Pale Lord hates the most. So he made a move, he took the initiative to contact Innedir, gradually gained his trust, and then step by step, pushed him to the position he is now.

This glorious and high throne of light.

The Pale Lord had to admit that Inedil was a man of high character, a pure and steadfast believer. But it is precisely because of this that when you push it into the abyss of sin, you can get endless pleasure.

Soon, soon, that day, it's coming soon.

...... (To be continued!)

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