The Duchy Sends Troops

Just after Grand Duke Mora agreed to Count Lagos's proposal, Viscount Borey suddenly interjected.

"I remember there's another new territory belonging to the Iron Birch Family in Boler County. I think we can deal with it together."

Mora was overjoyed to hear this. "Look at Grandpa, Viscount Borey, though he doesn't talk much, always reminds me of things."

Count Lagos was a little puzzled as to why Viscount Borey was talking so much today, but considering that he did owe Viscount Borey a favor, he naturally did not object.

"Yes, Your Majesty, I also think Viscount Borey's opinion makes a lot of sense."

"Alright, let's do it this way. Send me the latest map. I need to see where the Iron Birch Family's territory is in Boler County."

Mora instructed the eunuchs to bring the map of the duchy to the council hall, and soon several eunuchs moved the largest screen map to the center of the council hall.

Mora led the two to search on the map, and they soon made a discovery.

Mora pointed to the map and said to the two, "Is this Green Oak Ridge the Iron Birch Family's new territory? It's right next to Golden Sunflower Territory; the two territories are adjacent."

The Earl of Count Lagos and Viscount Borey also discovered this, which was something neither of them had expected.

"Great, we can deal with these two families at the same time. We'll send troops after the Noble Council."

Count Lagos looked at the map and nodded in agreement.

At this moment, Viscount Borey raised a different opinion, "Your Majesty, I think we should be more cautious. You see, the two territories are right next to each other, and this Viscount Golden Sunflower was also involved in the attack on the mission. It is clear that the Golden Sunflower Family has become deeply intertwined with the Iron Birch Family."

Our initial assessment that we could take over Golden Sunflower Territory by arranging Allied Army of nobles was perhaps too simplistic. The two territories are adjacent, and the two families have a close relationship, so they can support each other. An ordinary Coalition of Nobles might not be able to take it over.

In addition, the Golden Sunflower Family has been operating in the East for many years and has two baronial branches. Although they may not necessarily be traitors, we should still be wary of them.

Taking these factors into consideration, I think we should still deploy troops from the Fifth Legion to directly attack these two territories; only in this way can we be absolutely certain of success.

At this point, the Count Lagos raised an objection. "Viscount Borey, according to your logic, with so many disadvantages, even sending two regiments of the Fifth Legion in Sextus County would not be enough."

"You're right, so I suggest I give the Count Kimberly a direct order to transfer another regiment from the three regiments of the Fifth Legion in Notting County to join the two regiments in Boler County and Sextus County in the east. That would give us more than 10,000 men, enough to take those two territories."

The Count Lagos was speechless, after all, he didn't believe that these two baronies could withstand the attack of half of the Duchy's Direct Legion.

Viscount Borey added, "Considering that other nobles in Boler County might support the Golden Sunflower Territory, Your Majesty could also order Count Black to restrain the local nobles of Boler County, thus ensuring everything goes smoothly."

Mora was also impressed by Viscount Borey's meticulous thinking. "Look, Grandfather, this is what a great general of the Duchy should be like. He has considered all the factors. I think there will be no problems following Viscount Borey's plan. Don't you think so?"

Lagos knew that Mora's attitude meant he agreed to Viscount Borey's plan, and he didn't intend to object. "In that case, Your Majesty and Viscount Borey, when do you think would be the best time to send troops?"

"I think we can send troops after the Noble Council ends. We can travel by water from Notting County to Boler County and from Sextus County to Boler County. There is plenty of time. We can take these two territories before winter begins at the end of October."

Mora immediately made the decision, "Okay, it's settled then!"

Viscount Borey breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing this. According to his previous agreement with Count Kimberly, Kimberley's son Sodak, would be transferred to the Imperial Guard Legion, while his son, Rasul, would be transferred to the Fifth Legion.

In that case, Rasul will be able to participate in this operation, and he should be able to achieve merit this time.

Although Viscount Borey was very angry that Rasul had failed to complete the rendezvous mission, he was still his son and was willing to give him another chance.

Victor was unaware of the contents of the court meeting held in Silver Maple City, but Silver Maple City's actions against Golden Sunflower Territory had already begun.

Later that day, the messenger from Silver Maple City left for Silver Maple City Sunset City.

Two days later at Golden Sunflower Territory, Victor was handling official business at Stone Castle when Steward Boon led the Agriculture and Forestry Supervisor Linde into his room.

Victor was not surprised to see the two of them when he looked up. He had instructed Boon to bring Linde directly to him beforehand, as he had an urgent task to assign. Victor had also told Boon not to knock when he came, but to just come in.

"Please sit down first. Linde, I have a question for you. You can think about it before answering me. How much wheat field is there in Golden Sunflower Territory right now?"

Linde was about to answer Victor's question when he remembered Victor's previous statement and began to think for himself again.

After asking his questions, Victor continued with his work and ignored the two of them.

Half an hour had passed by the time Victor finished dealing with the situation.

He looked up at Linde: "How's your answer coming along?"

"Your Excellency, I have thought it through and can now give my answer."

"Okay, then tell me."

"Currently, the farmland used for growing wheat covers 9,000 hectares, of which 9,000 hectares are mature fields that can be cultivated year-round without crop rotation, while the other 6,000 hectares require a two-year rotation."

However, if soybeans and other crops are stopped, 3,000 hectares of cultivated land and 4,000 hectares of rotational farmland should still be available.

In addition, the Freemen in the territory have about 3,000 hectares of wheat fields, most of which are cultivated.

Combined, the territory currently has 1,000 hectares of cultivated wheat fields and 6,000 hectares of rotational fields, equivalent to 1,000 hectares; if the planting area is expanded, it can be increased to 1,000 hectares of cultivated wheat fields and 1,000 hectares of rotational fields, equivalent to 1,000 hectares.

Victor was very satisfied with Linde's answer, "You remember these data in great detail, which shows Linde you have done a very good job."

My only requirement is to expand the wheat planting area to the maximum extent. If you lack manpower and resources, you can just ask Boon for them.

Boon, are you alright?

"Of course, the territory is not short of manpower. Construction has begun on five Small Fortress. Cement and bricks are readily available, and it is estimated that they will be completed before winter, so it will not affect the winter wheat planting."

Linde also told Victor, "Your Excellency, please rest assured that the winter wheat planting will absolutely not be affected."

Victor nodded, mentally estimating. "Based on the past data of the Golden Sunflower Territory's cultivated land, the wheat yield per mu can reach 280 kilograms, and the territory's wheat production can reach nearly 90,000 tons. This way, we can not only meet the military's food needs for next year, but also set aside half to pay off Alex's debt."

After Victor finished thinking, he stood up. After completing the most important work in the territory, he still had something to do. He looked at Steward Boon and said, "Alright, Steward Boon, the territory is in your hands for the next five days. I need to go to Suffolk County."

"Yes, Your Excellency, please rest assured."