Although they were lands of our allies, now that everyone has fallen out, there's no need to be so courteous.
One county per family, we have the strength to assimilate them, while also tying the interests of the Kingdom's major powers to the border.
When neighbors are weak, this place is a frontier base for outward expansion; when neighboring countries are strong, everyone can cooperate sincerely to face external threats together, making it a good choice for all sides.
"Your Marshal, are you really so optimistic about this war?"
Count Carlos asked in surprise.
Everyone was thinking of how to get through the crisis, and many had prepared plans to retreat and defend their castles after defeat, so it was hard to imagine that our Commander had already sharpened his blades, eager to—
"Ha ha..."
"Count Carlos, risk and opportunity always coexist. As long as we fight fast enough on the battlefield, we can win this war.
