"After we found the nation, I'll reorganize this million-strong army."
Velin rose and went to the bookshelf nearby. He took down a map, then returned to the bedside, opened it, and placed it on Xuemya's lap.
"Okra Kingdom, 8.15 million square kilometers."
"Parambria Kingdom, 7.93 million square kilometers."
"By founding a nation on the territories of these two countries, the new nation's land area will reach 16.08 million square kilometers."
"According to my plans, this country will need to maintain at least 2.4 million standing troops and nine floating fleets."
"And this million-strong Qixing Army will become the army's backbone, allowing us to quickly build up the military framework."
"As for how to obtain resources through other means, that will naturally be something you need to consider when the time comes."
Hearing her husband's words, a trace of curiosity appeared on Xuemya's face, and she said softly, "You're that comfortable handing me the lifeblood of the nation?"
"I am." When Velin heard this, he answered immediately, without even thinking.
"You're comfortable handing it to me, but I can't accept it." Xuemya shook her head and said slowly, "I can help you build a system, but how it's maintained and supervised afterward will still have to be your responsibility."
"This involves the core authority of a king. It must be held in your hands. Even I cannot touch it lightly."
"And besides, I don't need you to hand me this authority as compensation."
Looking into Xuemya's eyes, Velin pondered for a moment before saying, "Since you don't want that authority, then I'll give you the establishment of two legions."
"That's..."
"Don't rush to refuse." Velin reached out a finger and pressed it against Xuemya's lips, then said unhurriedly, "These two legions will be under your command in ordinary times, but when