Chapter 202 Leon presided over the first group study (please subscribe! Join us!)
The weather was sunny in Port Idar.
Under the blowing of the sea breeze and the repeated washing by the Antolian people, the smell of blood remaining in Idar Port has gradually dissipated.
However, the dark red blood stains that have already penetrated into the cracks of bricks and walls cannot be removed with simple cleaning.
In fact, compared to the soldiers of Antolia, the civilians living in this town were the group that suffered the most casualties in this battle.
As the most despicable bait in the eyes of the remnants of the restoration of the country, the casualties of innocent civilians are even much higher than the total number of remnants of the restoration of the country that the Antolian army has killed in these days.
Perhaps it is for this reason that even though Port Idar has long been controlled by Antolian soldiers, the civilians who have been sleeping outside the town for several days still dare not easily step into the port where they have lived for most of their lives. A town for life.
Even though the tragic memories will eventually fade away with the passage of time, the resentment of the civilians in this land towards the remnants of the restoration of the country will not fade away.
Leon hopes to build a monument in the center of Port Idar to commemorate the people who died in the massacre of the remnant of the country.
Yes, Leon has already given a definition for this riot that occurred in the south of the Principality of Norton.
This was a naked massacre that occurred in Port Idar, a heinous act committed by the remnant believers of the restoration of the country!
As long as the Jimena family will not let down the people living on this land after this, then these people who have personally experienced suffering and humiliation will inevitably become the most loyal subjects of the Jimena family!
And Leon simply stopped forcing people to return to the town.
After all...
among the prisoners rescued by the Antolian army, the locals of Port Idar only accounted for a very small part.
As the most important transit port controlled by the relics of the restoration of the country, the vast majority of the civilians gathered around this town were forcibly abducted from various places in the south of the Principality of Norton by the followers of the relics of the restoration of the country.
Not only did people come from the south bank of the Meyerson River, there were also many people from the north bank of the Meyerson River.
As the fighting on the south bank of the Meyerson River gradually subsided, the remnants of the restoration of the country entrenched everywhere were wiped out one by one by the Antolian army.
Seeing that the situation in front of him was gradually stabilizing, Leon, as the Marquis of Antolia, naturally issued an order to all the young officials newly attached to the Jimena family on the south bank of the Meyerson River to hold the first collective meeting in Port Idar. Learn the commands.
There is no way, most of these young officials are from declining nobles or ordinary civilians, and there are even craftsmen and traders.
The only reason why they were able to become the new managers of this land was that they could read and write proficiently and actively fell into the arms of the Jimena family.
It is precisely because of these people's extremely complicated identities and family backgrounds that Leon must hold a good meeting to purify their thoughts from head to toe, so that these people understand what the Antolian-style governance model is. !
Moreover, Leon naturally would not completely trust these young people who had just pledged allegiance to the Jimena family.
In extraordinary times, extraordinary things should be done.
Bello, the mayor of the mining town who originally managed many matters in the southwest highlands, was promoted by Leon Fire and appointed as the administrator of the City of Navarre, with overall responsibility for the south bank of the Meyerson River, including the City of Navarre and Port Idar. post-war reconstruction work.
The deputy of the great steward Aaron, Hughes Sandra, who had served as a herald beside Leon, was appointed as the new mayor of the mining town.
A few days later.
In the military camp outside Port Idar, Antolia's soldiers had temporarily set up a huge tent.
In the center of the tent was a long oak table that had just been moved out of Idar Port. At this moment, the noble Marquis was sitting at the head of the long table, with a steaming water glass placed on his right hand side.
Leon tapped his fingers on the table and scanned everyone present with his scrutinizing eyes.
Due to the limited space, many people stood around the long table, but they all pricked up their ears to listen to the Marquis' speech.
After all...
they were really just insignificant little Karami in this land before. It can be said that this was the first time they met a noble of the Marquis level.
Leon first highly praised the decision of everyone present to take the initiative to serve the Jimena family, praising them for making the most correct decision under the current situation.
At the same time, Leon also pointed out the responsibilities they have to shoulder in serving the Jimena family, and explained the focus of everyone's next work.
The most important of these is the work of maintaining stability.
Leon pointed out that the Jimena family has just become the rulers of this land. It is still a long way to go to truly realize the goal of integrated development of the south bank of the Meyerson River and Antolia. The remaining believers of the restoration of the country may still be Hidden among the people, this will undoubtedly bring great uncertainty to the next development plan.
Especially after the riots that revolted the country, a large number of people were in a state of extreme poverty with no houses to live in and no food to eat. The purpose of the current work is to get all production and life on this land back on track and allow the people to Provide them with housing and jobs, provide basic protection for the people, and maintain territorial stability and social security.
Later, Leon put forward some opinions on the next work plan.
On the one hand, it is to speed up housing construction and post-war reconstruction with the city of Navarre and Port Idar as the center, so that the residents can have new houses as soon as possible, and to make full use of the noble manors scattered all over the south bank of the Meyerson River. , from point to point, resettling refugees from all over the place.
On the other hand, we must act immediately and do everything possible to ensure the planting and production of food before the end of spring plowing and ensure food security everywhere.
"Since the Jimena family has become the actual ruler of this land, the people of this land are the subjects of the Jimena family. Any behavior that oppresses the people during the post-war reconstruction process is against Jimena. In the face of the provocation of the Na family, the Antolian army will supervise everything that happens on this land and resolutely crack down on all violations of the laws of Antolia. I hope that with your help, the Antolian army will ..."
Sitting on the edge of the long oak table, Clanton seemed to be able to hear his heart beating.
The so-called laws of Antolia are actually supplemented by the laws of the Kingdom of Andal, with Leon's personal will as the core.
You know, before this meeting was held, Leon had already executed two new officials who had made small moves during the war without hesitation.
And what they did was just put it into their own pockets at a ratio of one in twenty when distributing food to the refugees.
In fact, if it were based on the past practices of the Principality of Norton, such behavior would be okay, and everyone would have been used to it.
But obviously, what this noble from the Kingdom of Andal dislikes the most is this kind of petty behavior during war, which can be regarded as a shot in the arm for everyone present.
Clanton was glad he hadn't reached out before.
In other words... most of the people present were very glad that they did not mess around in private.
And although Leon's speech sounded a bit long, the meaning was actually very clear.
It boils down to two things, housing and food.
And as long as you do a good job, you can be reused. This undoubtedly made Clander feel excited. After all... among the people who participated in this collective study, except for the Antoria noble group surrounding Leon, all the young people recruited by the Principality of Norton , no one holds the title of noble!
Clanton generally knew what this meant.
As Leon officially ordered the meeting to adjourn, the first collective study session for officials on the south bank of the Meyerson River finally came to an end.
Therefore, while everyone participating in this meeting felt a little confused, they also felt the heavy responsibility on their shoulders and imprinted Leon's well-organized development plan in their hearts.
However...
after everyone present dispersed, Bello was still sitting on the long oak table, waiting for Leon's next instructions.
The previous people were all those who decided to surrender after the Antolian army captured the southern part of the Principality of Norton. At least until they have passed the test of time, Leon will not truthfully tell the truth about some of his overall plans and considerations.
"Among the cities on the south bank of the Meyerson River, Port Idar is the most important one."
Leon emphasized very seriously: "So, in addition to what I said before, there are some things that I must I will explain it to you personally."
"Please give me your instructions, Lord Marquis! I will do my best."
Hearing this, Bello nodded quickly and said very seriously.
"Among the trophies captured by the Antolian army at Idar Port, there was a route map from the relics of the restoration of the country." As he spoke,
Leon took a slightly worn piece of kraft paper from the waiter on the side. :
"Tsukishima!"
"I have always wondered why the remnants of the restoration of the country still keep popping up like weeds after countless sieges and suppressions." "
And now..."
Leon pointed to a place that had long been painted with bright red. He looked at the location marked with paint and said in a deep voice: "I understand the reason." "
The foundation of the restoration of the country is not on the mainland at all, but on the overseas Moon Island!" "
So... I mentioned maintaining stability before. , mentioning the army of Antolia is not just to scare the newly joined officials, but because it is indeed the top priority in this land. Port Idar is the only one of the Jimena family now. The outlet to the sea is bound to face a series of new challenges that have never been seen before!" "
It is precisely because of your previous achievements in the southwest highlands that I have included the Port of Idar. A piece of land is in your hands!"
Seeing this, Bello quickly stood up and knelt down on one knee: "I will do my best."
"First tell me what you plan to do."
Leon asked calmly.
This was also his assessment of Bello.
After all, the Antolian people are accustomed to the inland environment. Being able to manage the southwestern highlands well does not mean that they can manage Idar Port well.
If Bello's answer cannot satisfy Leon, then he can only ask Aaron to do it in person.
There is no way, after all, it is because there are too few talents in Antolia.
After pondering for a long time, Bello said:
"The first thing is the road."
"The Marquis said before that if you want to develop, the first thing is the road." "
Only by continuing to extend the road connecting the Thorn Territory and the southwest highlands to the west, Only by arriving at Idar Port can this land be truly under the control of the Jimena family and connected with the rest of the territory." "Continue.
" Leon nodded slightly.
"In addition to this is the planning of Idar Port. As the Jimena family's only outlet to the sea, if developed properly, fishery can become one of the most important industries of Idar Port, just like the salt lakes in the southwest highlands. It will become a business card of this land." "
Since the Marquis does not intend to extend his sphere of influence to the north of the Meyerson River, when the war in the Principality of Norton ends, a cross-river construction will be built at Port Idar and the city of Navarre. bridge to ensure the smooth flow of commerce."
"Because of the Idar Port as a bridgehead, Antolia's caravans can go to the Kingdom of Idrit, thereby bringing more commercial benefits."
Although the previous There is no business at all in Antolia.
However, as Antolia's development has increased rapidly during this period, the development of commerce has undoubtedly become an extremely important aspect in Bello's eyes.
"That's right, but I would like to add two points."
"Please speak, Lord Marquis."
Hearing this, Bello quickly took out the small notebook he carried with him from the pocket of his coat, always ready to record the wealth of his lord. Sentences and inspiration.
"There is a large forest to the south of Port Idar, and further south there are mountains that separate the abandoned land from this land. So...another important point is to determine as soon as possible whether the south side of this land is the same as the southwest highland. , can open up a road
to the abandoned land." "At present, Antolia's development of the abandoned land is also extending to the west. If this method is feasible, then the territory under the Jimena family will have I hope it will be completely connected!"
In Leon's eyes, if the land on the south bank of the Meyerson River can only lead eastward to the southwest highlands, then even if it is adjacent to the ocean with unlimited possibilities, future development may also be limited due to geographical reasons. restricted.
But if it can be connected to the abandoned land, then the roads to the east and south will become extremely smooth. This land will no longer be just a narrow strip of land in the east-west direction. For the Jimena family, The strategic significance is bound to rise sharply.
"The other is shipbuilding."
"Today's Antolia does not have enough funds, manpower and ability to build ocean-going ships on its own. Facing the remnants of the restoration of the country from overseas, it can only control the land by stationing additional troops."
" But this does not mean that the Jimena family will always be passive. Attack is the best defense, so you also need to pay attention to all craftsmen with shipbuilding skills, even if they are just building a group of small boats for fishing offshore. Fishing boats are enough to greatly speed up the development of Idar Port!" "
And..."
Just as Leon was about to continue arranging relevant work plans, an Antolian soldier hurriedly walked into the camp.
"Your Majesty the Marquis, a letter from the royal capital."
(End of this chapter)