Orc Emperor (I)

"What good suggestions does Baron Ryan have?"

Seeing Ryan's expression, Count Gardner asked curiously.

"If it's only a transportation problem, perhaps I can help you, Count Gardner. I can transport cattle and horses from Northwind Province to Twilight Province."

Count Gardner was overjoyed, then hesitated.

"But... Northwind Province is far from Twilight Province. I'm afraid there won't be enough time."

Ryan shook his head.

"Count, we must learn to use extraordinary power in service of victory. I have a way to bring the cattle and horses here, but... the cost will be considerable."

Ryan looked hesitant. Count Gardner immediately waved a hand.

"Don't worry, Baron Ryan. The Empire will not treat you unfairly. The Empire will purchase these supplies."

Ryan shook his head.

"It is only right to contribute to the fight against the orcs. As a noble of the Empire, I should naturally bear these costs rather than have the Empire purchase them."

"However, I am also a noble of the Northlands. In this war, I am among the nobles receiving the Empire's support. Northwind is also facing the threat of the orcs."

"So... my thought is that Northwind will provide the cattle and horses, while Northwind needs a portion of the resources that can be used in the war."

Count Gardner nodded, indicating that he understood.

"I'll speak to Prince Volvo. War supplies will be exchanged for Northwind's cattle and horses, which will be used to transport grain."

"That could not be better."

Ryan said with a smile. Half his goal had been achieved. If Count Gardner raised the matter, Volvo would not refuse. As for what came next, Ryan and Count Gardner could discuss it themselves. Volvo would not personally manage such trivial matters; all he cared about was the overall course of the war.

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