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After saying that, Luna looked at the map on the table.

It was a map where the southern continent was organized very neatly.

Jinor couldn’t help but be amazed at the detailed map that depicted even the forests on the small mountain ranges.

“The reproducibility is pretty good. Did you draw it yourself, my lord?”

“… … No.”

Luna said with a slightly bitter expression on her face for some reason.

“This is what the bookstore left behind.”

“… … .”

Ginor also spent quite some time under Luna.

He knew very well that the ‘strategist’ in the Lunalian Army was not the one who had risen to the position of national strategist.

Anyway, Jinor, who had a feeling that talking about Swen any further would not be good for Luna, changed the subject.

“As for what you asked, my lord, there is really nothing to think about. If we were to start a war of conquest here, there is only one direction we should go.”

“If there is one place… … ?”

“This is Roland.”

Jinor pointed with his finger to Roland County, one of the four southern continental states located north of Karelia County and south of Branse County.

“We have only two choices. Invade Roland in the north, or invade Ohana in the east. You remember that the four southern nations have been more or less balanced so far?”

“Yes, I remember.”

“In fact, the balance itself is still valid. No, it is true that our military is a bit lacking in terms of simple manpower issues. Many people were killed or injured in the process of subduing the Karelian military. Of course, this is a calculation excluding asymmetric power such as magicians – In any case, it means that the proposition that ‘if you invade one side, there is a possibility of being attacked by the other side’ has not collapsed. ”

“Then? Under the calculation that we must move troops unconditionally, what do you think we should look into?”

“Wouldn’t it be better to consider the enemy’s troops or generals first?”

“I would say it’s about half correct.”

Depending on the situation, it was a tone and sentence that could not be said carelessly to the monarch, but Lunalian paid no attention to such things and focused on Jinor’s words with shining eyes.

“Of course, it would be good to consider them. If you only consider that, it would be a wise choice to invade Ohana, which is the most backward of the four countries, instead of Roland, which is relatively more powerful. However, if there is something else to consider – it is defense, not attack. ”

“What do you mean by defense… … ?”

“Which country will be able to defend us more easily when we are attacked by another country? In other words, which country is more difficult to invade? ”

Jinor pointed to the castle of Tepelo, to the east, the first stronghold of the new Lunarian army and the seat of the Luna lords at one time.

“Let’s assume that the Ohana Army is coming. The place we should be concerned about is Tepelo. Thanks to the natural environment, the Ohana Army’s air raids can be easily blocked by just protecting Tepelo Castle. Therefore, if Tepelo Castle is breached, it will be a very dangerous situation… … .”

Then, he immediately moved his finger upwards towards the castle of Madlan.

“This is much simpler than the other option, which is that we invade Ohana and block the air raids of Roland’s army. As you can see, there are three territories on the border with Roland’s army. With the size of Roland’s army, it is possible to attack from three directions simultaneously. If you think about which is easier, winning one defensive battle or winning three defensive battles, you will understand why I can say this so confidently. ”

“I see… … .”

“Well, if I had to choose the ‘most efficient method’, I would have made a temporary agreement with Roland’s army and then invade Ohana’s army… …As you know, they won’t accept a short-term agreement. If you think about your master’s intentions, I think you’ll know what I’m talking about.”

“… … .”

Luna nodded slowly.

“We need to unify the Southern Continent as quickly as possible. We can’t waste any more time on useless agreements… ”

“Then this is still the best.”

Instead of adding words to Jinor’s opinion, Luna nodded and asked.

“Then, from now on, I would like to discuss how we should deploy our troops… … But before that, I have a favor to ask of you, Jinor.”

“Please, my lord. I am asking you now, but you are in a position to give orders. Please do not forget to act in a way that is appropriate to the weight you are carrying.”

Luna smiled as if she found Jinor’s words amusing.

“That part seems important. I see that Genor said the same thing.”

“… … Yes?”

“The scribe said the same thing. He said that he had to have dignity as a monarch. But I… … I don’t know. Left alone, I don’t know if my thoughts are right or what to do in the future.”

ah.

For a moment, I felt a chill down my spine, thinking that I might have touched something that shouldn’t have been touched-

Fortunately, it seemed like everything went smoothly.

“Sorry. Anyway, let’s get to the point. What I wanted to ask was, um… …I guess it’s more like I wanted to be evaluated rather than asked. ”

“Are you talking about evaluation?”

“Yes.”

As Luna spoke, she picked up a quill pen and scribbled something on a blank piece of paper.

“Assuming that we invade Roland’s army, I chose people to be the occupying force and people to defend Tepel Castle. I would like you to confirm whether this is a strategically efficient decision.”

“Are you talking to me? If it is your will, then it is not bad to do as you wish… … .”

“Objectively speaking, I can’t keep up with you in terms of military strategy. For now, just be honest with me.”

“Is that an order?”

“Yes. It’s an order.”

Genor thought for a moment, then closed his eyes, bowed his head, and said.

“… … I just got older and saw and heard more.”

After saying that, he began to point out each of the strategic plans the monarch had set.

“First of all, you are assigning too many troops to Tepel Castle. I think it would be okay to reduce it by about 1/3.”

“Just a moment. I think we need at least this many troops to block off one area… … .”

“That’s okay. Instead of troops, you can deploy General Tifa.”

“… … !”

“Just having asymmetrical power will be a problem for Ohana’s army. Of course, in General Tifa’s case, she uses the power of mana in her body for close combat rather than using long-range magic… … Since that fact is not yet known, they will be cautious based on the activities of the magicians in Serphina’s army. It would be safe to say that just being able to make them hesitate is enough to fulfill that role. ”

He didn’t necessarily emphasize that the magician active in Serpina’s army was his adopted daughter and not someone else.

“In addition, Navidos Ohana, the leader of the Ohana Army, is a very petty person. Rather than responding boldly, he will probably have to think and think again. ‘Since he only left that many troops, he will likely think that he can stop us with just one magician,’ and so he will not be able to make a proper decision. ”

“I see… … .”

“Even if I make the right decision, I won’t be pushed back much as long as General Tifa is there. I’m not bragging, but I know a lot about magic.”

“Then, are you saying that it would be right to deploy most of the troops along the border of Roland’s army?”

“Yes. And, speaking of the placement of the fortress and the camp-”

Genor’s criticism continued for a long time after that.

Luna didn’t show any sign of displeasure and focused on what he was saying, as if she were a student listening to her teacher’s story.

“After hearing your words, I think Genor-nim’s judgment is correct. You are truly a great person. If the war goes well, I will never forget this contribution. If there is anything you want, please tell me.”

“I want to… … It’s nothing much, but I just wanted to ask a question.”

“Do you have a question?”

“Is there a reason why you asked me to evaluate your Majesty’s plan?”

Luna answered with a very serious expression.

“Just… …I can’t rely on you forever. When you return, I want to be a monarch who can rely on you.”

“Is that so?”

In order to help Swen, he somehow tries to teach me things about military strategy – things he doesn’t know.

This spirit was a refreshing attitude that could not be felt from ordinary monarchs.

Once you ascended to a high position, you could be treated as a great king simply by putting the right people in the right positions. There were many more feudal lords who couldn’t even do that.

Compared to those people, Luna was one step ahead. She became an outstanding person herself. Even Jinor, the state strategist, couldn’t always stay by her side as her territory expanded.

Still, at this moment, I couldn’t avoid a feeling of discomfort.

‘It seems so urgent.’

No matter how much I thought about it, I had a feeling that Luna was being chased by something-

Whatever it was, the direction itself didn’t seem wrong.

“I think this should be enough. Thank you for your hard work. I know it’s difficult, but could you please summon the commander-level generals, including Tifa, right away?”

“Is there anything you would like to see? I will see you in the audience room.”

Luna stared at the door through which Jinor had left for a long time.

‘No matter what happens, we have to clear out the southern continent as quickly as possible. And then Serpina—’

To erase Serpina von Eingart from this continent.

All of this was just a process, at least for Luna.

After the death of Karelia, the southern continent was no longer a peaceful place.