"Military expansion is not a trivial matter." Ren Xiaosu explained to P5092, "It still needs to go through a formal approval process by Commander Zhang."
However, the Great Hoodwinker said from nearby, "Commander Zhang has said that you'll be in charge of things in Stronghold 144 and its territories. He won't interfere with your decisions. Even if you submit documents for approval, they'll be rejected and sent right back. Right now, you basically have the power to act as you please."
"Does Stronghold 144 have the budget for military expansion?" Ren Xiaosu looked at Zhang Xiaoman.
"Of course. After the trade routes opened, although the tax rates were very low, Stronghold 144 has become the richest stronghold in the Northwest," Zhang Xiaoman replied. "In terms of our local regional finances, we have more money than we can spend."
