"Finally," Antonio concluded, "Different strategic objectives call for different tactics. Without clear strategic objectives, there is no true victory. Moreover, Vineta must prepare for a protracted war no matter what. War is of the utmost importance in determining the life and death of a nation, and there absolutely should not be any opportunistic mindset for a quick victory."
At this point, Antonio thought of the deranged words spoken by Secretary of State Lionel and added heavily, "Because our greatest threat isn't from the Tanilia Federation but rather other... potential enemies."
At three o'clock that afternoon, an order signed by the Governor Debela and four members of the Board of Supervisors was delivered to the Thirteen-Person Military Committee:
"The war budget has been fully approved;
The Second Army Reserve Corps begins conscription, prepare for the establishment plans for the Third and Fourth Reserve Corps;
