In addition, the remaining personnel were organized into the Defense Force. While the Knight Order went to reinforce the defensive lines of Lunsa, East, and Dani Provinces, they would be responsible for defending the border of Cadro Province.
What surprised Velin was that Olcott, Edgar, and Brian had actually stayed behind. They had not followed the Knight Order to provide support, giving up this opportunity to earn battle merit.
Thus, although more than twenty-six thousand people remained in the vast camp, its finest forces had already been drawn away.
"Velin, begin," Flora said to Velin beside her.
Inside the command tent, everyone fell silent as their gazes gathered on Velin.
"Everyone, the Defense Force currently has thirty-six Silver-tier professionals, three hundred and seventy-three Bronze-tier professionals, and roughly eighteen thousand Apprentice-level personnel. The remaining eight thousand are all laborers and logistics support staff."
"As for food, we have enough to last us for over a year."
"As for weapons and equipment, we have enough to sustain the Defense Force through two high-intensity battles."
"My report is complete."
After Velin returned to his seat, Flora tapped the table and asked, "Now, tell me what you think. How should we defend this border?"
As the most senior person in the tent, Olcott stood and spoke first.
"In my view, we should focus on clearing several stretches along the border, then build forts in those locations for defense. If anything unexpected happens, the nearest troops can provide reinforcements."
"I agree."
"I second that."
"I agree as well."
Without question, the four nobles in the tent, along with the sole Pioneer Knight, had immediately made their stance clear, leaving the other Silver Knights looking at one another.
Other than Flora's subordinates, the remaining fourteen Silver Knights had all been left behind by other nobles to