Meanwhile Duke Elmworth who is Currently sitted on his chair flanked by his army Generals And Ministers is discussing about future campaign
"My Lord we should invade Wildwood territory with 25 thousand soldier they are more than enough for that brat."
"I think even 15000 is Enough Lord Gabriel." Cavalry commander Jack laughed.
Soon there was Laughter in the meeting room.
Duke Elmsworth was also Smiling he knew now He can easily invade the Wildwood territory and Those diamond mines Can be his. Which will help him to take the throne of Golden Grove. In future.
Finance minister Oliver stood up and Also gave briefing that they can feild the army upto 45 thousand because these campaign would be easy and Will be completed in a month or two month.
Duke stood up and Addressed the council "I think we should field 30000 soldiers and Remaining soldiers will be used to defend against the Duke harper and Duke Hazel so they don't attack our rear when we are busy dealing with that kid. "
Everyone agreed "Start Assembling the soldiers Now is the right time to attack because in the Royal capital factions have formed supporting different princes.they are busy fighting among themselves. "
"No one will be able to stop our invasion. Duke Smiled coldly ." We will use previous route to invade we will attack swiftly the only problem would be forts Which are near the capital Of Ebonwall."
Meanwhile Victor Was Already preparing himself he has ordered his ministers to start buying Supplies and he has also ordered them to start building forts As fast then can.
Announcements were made in main cities and towns to gather huge number of Builders.
Day and Night the forts and Watchtowers were being built.
Hmmm the armours of these Era Is really heavy the year in these world right now is 698 . The armour is really heavy It's just pure iron and even cavalry is Heavy which is bad for there flexibility.
I can't do anything right now after these War ends I will be reforming army and armour as well. As for Siege weapons Ballistas and Siege towers are used mostly. To siege a city.
Knock, knock Victor replied "enter."
My lord i see you are still trying to learn about our territory terrain.
"Yes Lord Louis after all i need to know the advantsges we have. "
"My Lord I wanted inform you about the new soldiers training it's going well but i think they will lack .experience they won't be able to withstand enemy attacks during pitched battle"
"I know that's why we will only use them during hit and run tactics and also I already have a plan of how to use them during battle."
"Just train them relentlessly."
"Yes mylord I also have another interesting news for you. My lord "
"What is it. "
"Kingdom of Mariner is Also gathering soldiers. "
These time Victor was Interested he stood up and walked towards Window and looked at the direction at which Mariner kingdom is located.
He smiled and said" I heard that Mariner kingdom also Suffered A coup from one of it's famous and Great commander Brynlee have they recovered from that rebellion. "
"My Lord that rebellion was huge for sure many battles taking place but in the end the current king Jonathan of Mariner kingdom defeated Brynlee . Our king Theo the IV could not take advantage of the situation due to him being ill. "
"And from what I heard even though The economy of Mariner kingdom is facing problem and many soldiers also rebel time to time against Jonathan. Because they were loyal to Brynlee. They ask for more Salary which is straining to the kingdom economy. "
"But the main reason is Jonathan being the son of Concubine and Jonathan's mother was not from big noble house and Many nobles are not Supporting Jonathan."
Victor made conclusion
"So to legitimize himself and for glory he wants conquer golden Grove and Name himself an emperor. "
"Yes My Lord. "
Victor turned around and Faced Lewis and Smiled "I guess These war between two kingdom's will help us in long term. "
Louis was Confused , "Anyway Train the army the future war will decide whether we live or die. "
"Yes mylord." Louis left the office of Victor
In the Royal capital of Golden Grove the majestic and huge city of Goldgrove is Filled with merchants the City has population of 320 thousand any merchants from all over the world And Kingdom can be seen here.
A castle more like a fort can be seen on a hill.
A man be seen sleeping calmly on his bed but he is not really sleeping. Beside him is his most trusted general Alvey can be seen standing" Your Majesty I hope your health is getting better. "
"No Alvey my health is not getting better I know it I am dying slowly." Theo IV tried to sit. "He continued what brings you here. "
"Your majesty I bring grave news King Jonathan of Mariner kingdom is Said to be gathering soldiers. I think he will be invading Golden Grove. "
Theo looked at Alvey And Said And "My sons Are busy fighting among them- cough cough "
"Your majesty are you alright "Alvey panicked.
"It's alright . I want you to give me every report regarding Jonathan in future what about my Son Aloysius and Jacob what are they up to."
Alvey Sighed "Nothing much both have formed there own followers and Factions And Are headbutting each other and Bickering."
"And What about the Kingdom nobls what are they upto.
Your majesty Duke Elmsworth is planning to invade Wildwood territory. "
"Hmmmm i guess now that Young boy is Marquis Duke will easily invade and Because of my bad health as well he can take advantage of it. "
"I have another interesting news that young marquis Victor has Started to build Forts And Watchtowers.in his territory. "
"Hmmmm now that is interesting" Theo started to think something and After 10 minutes he said "Do not stop him. Let the Duke invade Wildwood. If Victor is able to stop Duke Elmsworth and Tire him out we can use that advantage to weaken his influence . "
"And if he conquers the territory of Wildwood orders will be issued that other two dukes can cough-cough, can invade and Conquer Elmsworth territory let's these damn nobles tire each other out. "
"And in case Mariner kingdom invades with the help of other dukes We will Force Elmsworth to Give up his Campaign and send his soldiers to fight an foreign enemy. Either way Elmsworth will be cornered. And his domain will be in shambles"
"And What about Those forts Your majesty." Alvey Asked.
"After the Duke withdraws from the marquis territory, all the fortification are to be dismantled by that boy himself. "
"It will teach him how to respect the hierarchy and show him how powerless he is in front of me. These nobles have grown Cocky since I have fallen ill. Then let me teach them lessons too."