Chapter 93: Blitz on Oak City
After finally deciding on the march route to the north and the army commander, the Duke of Galicia suddenly looked much more relaxed.
He was even in the mood to pay attention to the militiamen under various nobles.
"Look at the militia of Antolia!"
"Why are the militia of Antolia worthy of being called an elite division?"
"Does Leon have any special training methods?"
If it were in the past , the Duke of Galicia may be accustomed to the extremely worrying military quality of the militiamen.
However, Antolia's army cut the butt with a knife, which opened a big eye for the Duke.
It turns out that they are not just mercenaries, but the Antolian militia are also well-trained.
And they are all militias. Even the army under his command, Duke Mike Bravis of Galicia, seems to be much inferior to the militia of Antolia.
In other words...the gap is very big, very big!
"This is all because Antolia is too chaotic."
Seeing this, Leon replied without missing a beat: "Most of the territories of other nobles are stable and peaceful, but in Antolia, most of the timid and timid citizens died there. After being captured by the canine teeth of plateau hounds, the remaining people will naturally be a little tougher."
Leon neither belittled the private armies of other nobles nor elevated his own military capabilities.
He is young, capable, low-key, and his calm answers created a wave of good impressions in front of many nobles.
Fortunately, the Duke of Galicia did not intend to go into details. After handing over the trivial matters to the nobles and military officers present, he let the nobles present leave.
After all, the militias in the entire kingdom are basically the same, and they have already lost their style and characteristics.
It was because the militiamen in Antolia were too conspicuous that the Duke asked casually.
As the nobles dispersed, Leon also saw the nobles who were about to join forces with him in his camp.
They are Corund Wayne, son of the Earl of Graywater Castle, Nixa Winter, Earl of Colt, Justin Surrey, Viscount of Ram City, and Marcelo Fisher, Viscount of Stonehedge City.
However, regardless of the title, at this moment, Leon has been appointed as the commander-in-chief of the Eastern Front Army, and they naturally have to obey the orders of the young viscount.
The superiority and inferiority brought about by the rank of nobility usually only exist in peacetime.
Even the round-headed nobles know how important it is for them to follow a qualified commander when a war breaks out.
Therefore, they naturally would not question the Duke's order.
"Lord Viscount!"
Several earls and viscounts were quite respectful towards Leon. After all... As the commander-in-chief of the Eastern Front Army, if Leon wanted to trick a certain nobleman without leaving any trace, it would be really difficult. A very simple thing.
"Everyone!"
Leon nodded and said in a deep voice: "Although we and the army led by the Duke will meet up in Nangu City, our task is obviously heavier than the army on the Western Front led by the Duke."
" If we want to arrive on time, we must first pull out the oak city in front of us." "The
military situation is urgent now, and the armies are in urgent need of running-in. Therefore, I am determined to set off early tomorrow morning, so that I can start as early as possible during the march. Familiar with the situation of each army."
To be honest, even with the private troops brought by several nobles, the number of troops commanded by Leon is really small. There are only about 4,000 people in total, including 1,200 people. It was Leon who brought it out himself.
There was no way, wars in this era were about this scale, and Leon couldn't ask for more. With the help of the Duke, it was an unexpected surprise to have an army of 4,000 men under his command.
"Yes!"
Upon hearing this, several nobles present nodded in agreement.
Looking at the backs of several nobles walking out of the camp, Leon also fell into deep thought.
There are advantages and disadvantages to becoming the commander of the Eastern Front. The disadvantage is that his actions will be watched by more eyes, and the advantage is that Leon has half a month to spend alone with several nobles, allowing him to try to win this Supported by several nobles.
There is no need for much support. As long as these nobles remain neutral when they rebel, Leon will be confident enough to completely destroy the Duke of Galicia's attempt to rebel northward.
Thinking of this, Leon couldn't help but look at the piece of brown paper in front of him. On it were the names Leon had just written.
Collund Wayne, the son of the Earl of Graywater Castle, is a single-threaded creature and is the best to fool among the nobles. In addition, the Earl of Graywater Castle has long said that he should obey his orders, so he won over him. Not a big problem here.
As for Justin Surrey, Viscount of Ram City, and Marcelo Fisher, Viscount of Stone Fence City, they don't usually have much contact with the Duke of Galicia, but they have a good relationship with the Earl of Brabant.
The reason why they were transferred to his subordinates was probably to separate these two people from Count Brabant, so they were also worthy targets.
The only problem lies with Earl Colt, Nixa Winter.
The image shown by this person has always been a close confidant of the Duke of Galicia. His father had served as the falconer of the Duke of Galicia, and he was canonized as a noble because he raised good falcons.
In Leon's opinion, this guy is most likely an spy planted by the Duke to monitor Leon's marching movements.
"It's not a big problem!"
After carefully sorting out the situation of several nobles, Leon couldn't help showing a satisfied smile.
Three of the four nobles are up for grabs, which is already quite good news.
What's more, Leon doesn't plan to make any small moves during the march on the Eastern Front, because his planned action location is in Nangu City!
As long as he can capture Nangu City faster than the Duke of Galicia, Leon will have enough time to arrange everything in the city and take action when the Duke enters the city, thus completely crushing the rebels of the Duke of Galicia. Take the initiative into your own hands!
So...
it's all about speed!
Half a month may indeed be a bit stressful, but with proper planning, it is by no means impossible!
"Andrew!"
Thinking of this, Leon immediately shouted.
"My subordinates are here!"
After hearing this, Andrew, the commander of the Lapruk Army, took a step forward.
"The Lapluk people have been living in the mountains and forests before, and are especially good at trekking in the mountains and forests. I order you to lead your legions to move in advance and take the mountain paths around to the back of Oak City. You must not let any kingdom soldiers leave. Take it off!"
"I obey!"
Andrew raised his head and replied eagerly.
(End of chapter)