This unexpected alliance immediately pushed the atmosphere of the celebration to the highest point. After tearing his face with Ravitt, it has always been Hairington who is fighting alone, although there is the support of the Lowville Chamber of Commerce behind him, but the other party does not belong to the Veronica continent after all.

Acquiring Alston as an ally this time was undoubtedly a great boost to Headington's morale. Although the addition of Alston did not improve Beddington's disadvantaged situation, the psychological assistance was far greater than the actual one.

For a while, everyone in the room was so excited that they frequently raised their glasses, and the atmosphere was very warm. And after Raymond exchanged glances with Rickett and Lutz and others, they all saw the excitement in each other's eyes.

Alston is a farming town, and although it doesn't make much money, it makes a lot of sense to get it in the long run. With the two small cities of Headington and Alston alone, and a garrison of only a few hundred people, it is naturally difficult to compete with the Lawitt Federation, so it is inevitable to increase the size of the town and the number of troops in the future, and a very important factor restricting these two points is the problem of food supply.

And with Auston's alliance, it is equivalent to having a stable source of food. If nothing else, just because there will be a war in the future, there is no need to worry about the supply of the troops.

Moreover, although Alston City does not have a good port like Headington, it has contacts with many towns because of the production of food.

To put it mildly, the Rawitt Federation is really thankful for bringing them such an ally this time.

"Mr. Javier, in the future, we will ask the Lowville Chamber of Commerce to buy more of our things. "After all, he was a businessman, and Diric didn't forget to sell to Javier.

"Of course, from now on, all the products of Alston City, we will be all-inclusive by the Lowville Chamber of Commerce. Javier nodded happily.

He naturally had a reason to be happy, and the alliance between Auston City and Beddington was equivalent to establishing trade ties with the Lowville Chamber of Commerce. Not long after he was appointed by Reed, the Lowville Chamber of Commerce had added one more trading partner to the continent of Veronica, and although it was only a small agricultural town that could not make much money, it was also very significant.

This performance can be said to have fallen from the sky, so how can he not be excited.

So, this proposal is really a joy for all.

"Captain Rubens, this time we were able to defeat the enemy, and the sacrifice of your mercenary group is really indispensable. At this time, Charlotte raised her glass to Rubens and said, "On behalf of all the inhabitants of Beddington, I would like to express my heartfelt thanks to you. ”

Direk's expression also became serious, and he raised his glass as well: "The same goes for Auston City." ”

At the same time, Raymond, Hilneth and others also raised their glasses solemnly, they did not follow the trend, but also respected. This time, the Green Wolf Mercenary Regiment still accepted the commission knowing that the mission was extremely dangerous, and fought with the enemy until the last moment, almost annihilating the group.

A week after the battle, Rubens, like Rutz, was still covered in bandages, but he was extremely stubborn and insisted on attending the banquet. At this time, seeing everyone raising their wine glasses to him, the eyes of this heroic man couldn't help but flash a trace of emotion, and he laughed out loud.

"Okay, okay, I'm a little embarrassed. Rubens waved his hand again and again: "Our mercenaries are just eating on the edge of the knife, I have been the head of the regiment for so many years, and the members of the regiment under me have not known how many dials have been changed, everyone has already realized when they entered the industry, life and death are nothing at all." ”

As he spoke, he put his arm around Javier and said, "Besides, the Lowell Chamber of Commerce is very generous with the pensions for the dead members of the war and the medical expenses of the wounded, and Lao Tzu has earned it, hahaha..."

Seeing that he was vulgar, Javier said helplessly to Charlotte: "That's it, the aftermath of the Green Wolf Mercenary Group, our Chamber of Commerce will give it a preferential treatment." This is their business, so please don't take it personally. ”

Only Javier was present who understood the intention of Rubens, the mercenaries took money to do things, it was clear and simple, so one of the biggest taboos was to involve feelings in the commission. In the face of everyone's gratitude, Rubens deliberately put this commission on a purely transactional level, which is the embodiment of the quality of a qualified mercenary.

Therefore, mercenaries are not without feelings, and it is precisely because of this tradition that they have been able to maintain their reading power for thousands of years, and do not lean towards either side. Otherwise, perhaps there would have been no mercenary profession in the world.

"Well, then, let this cup be a tribute to the dead warriors. Hearing the two say this, Charlotte said again without giving up.

After a moment of silence, Rubens finally nodded: "Then, I will drink this cup for the dead brethren." ”

Everyone raised their glasses and drank down, and Diric asked, "What are the plans of Your Excellency the Regiment Commander next?"

Rubens shrugged: "The loss is too great, and half of the brothers who are still alive are still lying in bed, so I'm afraid I'll have to stay here for the time being." Once their injuries are able to move around, I'll go back to the continent of Mordina to recruit new members. ”

Charlotte hurriedly said: "Commander, please rest assured to stay in Headington, we will definitely do our best to take care of your wounded." ”

"Maybe we'll have the opportunity to work together in the future. ”

Rubens suddenly made an exaggerated expression of fear: "Spare me, I don't want to do that kind of battle a second time in my life." ”

I didn't expect that he would be as funny as he was, and everyone couldn't help laughing, and the dull atmosphere just now couldn't help but be relieved.

"Speaking of recruiting new members, Mayor Mare, our garrison is seriously depleted, and I'm afraid we need to recruit some new recruits as well. At this point, Sean suggested to Charlotte.

"It's the same with Auston. Hilnis also said.

Charlotte was noncommittal to Sean's words. After a moment, she suddenly said, "On this point, I actually have a proposal as well. ”

Everyone couldn't help but look at her.

Charlotte said: "Everyone knows that now we are facing a powerful enemy, and with the strength of our two towns, it is difficult to compete with it, so it is all the more important for us to concentrate all our forces. Therefore, I hope that the armies of our two cities can be integrated and brought under a unified command, so that they can be of maximum use. ”

"As for the integrated army, Mr. Raymond, I hope you will lead it, I wonder what you think?"

"What?" I didn't expect Charlotte to make such a request, not only everyone was surprised, but Raymond himself was a little stunned.

Charlotte continued: "Actually, I had this idea after this fight, but I never found the right opportunity to bring it up. Whether it is to help us destroy the bandits, or to be strategic in this battle, it has proved that you are the only one who can be the commander of this force, and I ask for your consent in order to better compete with the Ravut Federation in the future. ”

It seems that after several battles, they have long ignored Raymond's initial status as a "businessman" and recognized his talent in combat.

After the initial shock, Raymond immediately understood what Charlotte's suggestion meant, and his heart couldn't help but heat up. On the side, Lutz and Rickett, who reacted quickly, couldn't help but be overjoyed.

Commander of the combined forces of Headington and Alston, which means that Raymond will have full control over the forces of the two cities. If there are new towns to join in the future, then the expanded military power will naturally fall under Raymond's command, what does this mean, it is self-evident, right?

This is a great opportunity for Raymond and others who want to gain a foothold in Veronica and make a career, which is tantamount to a great opportunity to fall from the sky.

"Mayor Mare, have you really decided?" asked Morini, who understood.

Knowing what he meant by asking, Charlotte nodded: "Mr. Morini, and Mayor Diric, please think about it, how many people do our two towns have combined? at most 20,000 people, this kind of strength is the enemy of the powerful Lavut Federation, although this time there is Mr. Rubens's Blue Wolf Mercenary Group to assist us, but next time? It can be seen that to defeat the enemy, we still have to rely on ourselves after all." ”

"So, we have to integrate every bit of power we have at our disposal and make the most of it, and the only one who can do that is Mr. Raymond. This is necessary for our survival, and I hope you will understand. ”

Charlotte's meaning is obvious, if you want to survive, you have to rely on yourself. While there may be dangers in handing over military power to an outsider, what could be more urgent now than being wiped out by the Rawitt Federation?

"I agree with the mayor's suggestion. At this time, Sean first said: "For a long time, although our garrison team and Mr. Raymond's team have been fighting together, after all, they belong to different places, and there will be poor coordination in many cases, which will affect the play of combat power. ”

"After these cooperations, I have great admiration for Mr. Raymond's command skills and strategies, and I believe that under his leadership, our army will be able to exert greater combat power. Therefore, we, the Headington garrison, are willing to accept the command of Mr. Raymond. ”

Direk thought for a moment and looked at Hilnis. The elf also nodded, "Raymond is a good commander, and I am willing to accept his command." ”

Diric then said, "Well, Alston accepts the offer." ”

"What does Mr. Raymond think?" said Charlotte to Raymond after Sean and the others had all expressed their opinions.

Raymond naturally had no reason not to agree, he nodded: "In this case, I am willing to accept this position." ”

Javier smiled: "Congratulations, but since it's a new army, then there should also be a new name, have you ever thought about what to call it?"

"Let the new commander name it. Charlotte said with a smile.

Raymond didn't put it off, he thought for a moment and said, "The union of the two cities of Headington and Auston is to get rid of the unfair rule of the Rawitt Federation, and I think more people will join us in the future." That's why our army is called the 'Reading Force'. ”

"Good!" Rubens exclaimed, "Cheers to the new Reading Legion!"

Everyone raised their glasses in celebration. However, none of the people present at this moment expected what kind of storm the Reading Power Legion born in this inconspicuous banquet would bring to the entire Veronica continent in the future.

Although, at the moment, it is still just a verbal organization with no formation and a shortage of major generals...

And Charlotte, who boldly put forward this idea, also proved her courage, enough to make many men ashamed, no wonder she dared to rebel against the entire LaWitt Federation with the power of Beddington.

"Well, I'm a little worried, though. At this point, Diric sighed suddenly.

"Mayor Direk, what's wrong?" said Charlotte curiously.

"It's a good idea to form a combined army, but I'm worried that the LaWitt Federation will let us grow?" Direk said worriedly: "Unlike us, the LaWitt Federation can easily organize another army to attack, while our new army needs a lot of time to build up combat effectiveness from recruiting soldiers to training, alas..."

With that, he let out another long sigh.

Direk's worries are by no means unfounded, and what they lack most now is not money or materials, but time. But if the Rawitt Federation were smart enough, it would certainly not give them a chance to grow.

Seeing that everyone's mood was a little low, Diric knew that he had said something inappropriate, and the kind fat mayor hurriedly said: "I'm just talking, maybe this victory can make those old guys in the Sonali Council jealous, give us a little time." ”

Charlotte shook her head and said, "Mayor Direk, you're right, the Lavit Federation will definitely not let us go of the opportunity to lose so much." ”

Raymond said: "It's useless to think too much, we must immediately recruit troops in the two cities and start training, hoping that we can play a role at that time." ”

Javier said, "The Lowville Chamber of Commerce is willing to provide you with all the equipment and weapons at the lowest price. ”

At this moment, the door suddenly opened, and Freddy, dressed in black, hurriedly walked in.

Freddie didn't attend the banquet, and everyone knew his gloomy surname, and they didn't force it, they all thought that this guy had finally been so weird that he stopped participating in public events.

Seeing him suddenly coming at this moment, Javier laughed and said, "Mr. Freddy, you came just in time, there is good news here, we..."

"There's no time to talk about that. Freddie interrupted him without hesitation, and hurriedly walked up to Raymond: "My lord, this is the information I just got." ”

"Oh?" Raymond noticed that Freddy's pale face was a little flushed, and he seemed to be quite excited, which was rare in a man with a gloomy surname.

So he took the paper from Freddy, and after just one glance, Raymond sat up straight: "Is this true?"

Freddie couldn't hide his excitement and said: "After I received the information in the afternoon, I have repeatedly verified it, and it must be right, so I sent it to you immediately." ”

"What is going on?" Seeing that the two of them were talking happily to themselves, everyone asked curiously.

Raymond handed the paper to the others and said, "It seems that God still favors us." ”

The information that Freddy brought was the news of the assassination of King Fagana of Gaspard.

"This has spread throughout the continent, and since the king was assassinated, the whole country of Gaspard is in chaos. Now all countries have sent envoys to the capital Orat in the name of condolences... That's great news, but why are you so excited?"

Freddie looked strangely at the crowd with a little overjoyed emotion, he obviously didn't know the news of the formation of the Reading Force.

When Rickett explained it to Freddy, Freddie said incredulously, "Really? That's... Congratulations, sir. ”

The perceptive Freddie naturally knew better what it meant for Raymond to be the commander, so he had to forcibly suppress his excitement so as not to appear too weird.

Freddy was obviously greatly irritated by the Legion of Reading, and he analyzed with high emotion: "Then the assassination of Fagana means more to us. Countries have coveted Gaspard for a long time, and they will definitely not give up this opportunity, and I believe that the city of Orat will be very exciting. ”

"The LaWitt Federation is an ally of the Kingdom of Gaspard, and they will definitely put their full attention on that side compared to the insignificant us, so they will definitely not make any more moves against us for a while. ”

"Great, it's a godsend, we finally have time to relax," Morini said. ”

Today's good news is really one after another, and the assassination of Fagana is a perfect opportunity for everyone, and the worries just now cannot help but be swept away.

At this time, Lutz asked, "Does the intelligence mention how Fagana was assassinated?"

Freddy said, "It seems to have been killed by a mysterious swordsman." After you say this, it's really a little strange that one person can kill a king under strict protection, well... This information deserves attention. ”

Seeing that he still hadn't forgotten his old job at this time, Rickett couldn't help but say, "Come on, what does it matter to us who did it? What we should do is to take advantage of this opportunity to strengthen ourselves." ”

Freddie said disdainfully: "It's really short-sighted, it seems that you will never understand the importance of intelligence." ”

"You—" Rickett was suffocated by him.

"Okay, okay, don't argue at this time. Seeing that the two were still the same as always, and they didn't like each other, Raymond had no choice but to play a round.

"Alone?" Lutz groaned, "There is such a powerful guy in the world. ”

"Gaspard is known as the central country of Veronica, and there must be a deeper purpose behind the assassination of the king this time, and it seems that there may be a turmoil in this continent. At this point, Javier said to Rubens.

Rubens snorted, "Isn't that what you merchants want?"

Javier sighed noncommittally, a thoughtful look in his eyes.

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