Father and Son Conversation

Pelei was about to take it when he found that the voucher was not moving. He looked up.

"Legion Commander Turas, what's going on?"

Turas smiled slightly, "Actually, I haven't finished yet. One battalion might not be enough. I'd like to directly supplement with three battalions of warhorses and mounts. I wonder if you have any ideas on that."

Pelei sat up straight and looked at Turas: "Three battalions, that's nearly 2,000 warhorses alone. If you count the riding horses in peacetime, that's at least 4,000. That's no small amount, and the price isn't cheap. The War Department won't approve that much funding for you."

"Viscount Pele, rest assured, although the Sixth Legion suffered heavy losses last time, it also gained a lot in Ironvine Territory. I will cover the cost of purchasing these warhorses myself."

Although the Sixth Legion suffered heavy losses in Ironvine Territory, Wen and Gaba brought back the wealth they had plundered Ironvine Territory.

Especially regarding temperature, he abandoned his troops but didn't forget to take the money with him, even after being killed by Turas.

This money went directly into Turas's pocket, becoming the source of Turas confidence in expanding his Cavalry.

"Good, Legion Commander Turas is truly magnanimous. The Duchy lacks people like you who are willing to serve the country. If there were more people like you, the Duchy would not have so many rebels!"

Pelei stood up abruptly, took a bottle of Grape from the wine cabinet behind him, opened it, and poured two glasses.

Pelei handed a glass of wine to Turas, saying, "Legion Commander Turas, I'd like to toast you."

Turas took the glass and drank it all in one gulp.

Seeing Turas do this, Pelei simply gulped it down as well.

Turas laughed and said, "Viscount Pele, it's not over yet. In the next operation, I will lead the Sixth Legion and the Western Noble Alliance Army north to Carn City to join forces with Count Carter's Second Legion."

I can't say anything about the Second Legion's accompanying merchant caravans, but my own caravans haven't been finalized yet. I can also help secure some from the Western Noble Alliance Army. I wonder if you'd be interested in taking on that business.

Pelei laughed heartily after hearing this, "I never thought my trick would be used on me. Mora really tells everyone everything. This is a good deal, I'll take it."

"Legion Commander Turas, rest assured, I will arrange everything perfectly for these warhorses. I will personally deliver them to you next month."

After the two reached an agreement on the warhorse deal, Turas had lunch at Pelei's residence, and both felt as if they had known each other for a long time.

It wasn't until 4 p. m. that Turas took his leave. Pelei tried to persuade him to stay, but Turas made it clear that he wanted to leave Silver Maple City that very night and head to the troop's base as soon as possible.

Pelei did not insist further, but instead gave Turas a gift: a suit of armor made of Iron Birch bark that Pelei treasured. Turas liked the gift very much and gladly accepted it.

The two said their goodbyes and agreed to meet again when Pelei delivered the warhorse.

At this moment, in the manor of Viscount Borey in Silver Maple City, Viscount Borey was speaking with Rasul.

"You're here to report on your duties and plan to stay for a few days. The situation on the Fifth Legion should have stabilized by now!"

"Father, all units have been repaired and the Count Kimberly is personally overseeing the training. Everything is going smoothly."

With the help of the Count Kimberly, my Cavalry Regiment is now operating smoothly.

I plan to stay in Silver Maple City for a few more days to spend time with you and Mother.

Viscount Borey shook his head. "Rasul, don't indulge yourself too much. Right now, you need to observe and learn more. After this period of experience, you will be able to feel where you are lacking."

Next, your most important task is to train hard. The Fifth Legion's Cavalry Regiment was also rebuilt after the war. Although the structure is complete, it is essentially a one-off Cavalry.

You need to make good arrangements for the group of men you brought with you. They are all veterans with a lot of experience. With them leading the way, they can help your troops improve significantly.

If you can get your troops to charge back and forth ten times and still maintain basic formation, your Cavalry can be considered elite!

"Yes, Father, please rest assured, I will definitely not let you down this time."

Viscount Borey waved his left hand. "You're working hard for your own future, not for me. Whether I'm disappointed or not isn't that important."

Rasul understood his father's meaning, but his father's words immediately shut him up.

Viscount Borey smiled at the stunned Rasul. "You're not as good as Sodak in this respect. Although he's not as smart or hardworking as you, and his combat skills aren't as good, he can please his superiors and get along well with his subordinates."

"Father, I will try my best."

Rasul felt a little wronged. Sodak was the Count Kimberly's only son, and he was inferior to Rasul in every way, yet he was able to stay in the Imperial Guard Legion and command a ready-made elite Cavalry Regiment.

"Don't envy Sodak. Count Kimberly put in a lot of effort for him. He's very lucky to be able to stay in the Imperial Guard Legion this time."

He wouldn't have had this opportunity if Regiment Commander Gais hadn't left the Imperial Guard Legion.

Moreover, Kimberley went to great lengths to secure this position; he swallowed his pride, approached the Count Lagos, and presented the Grand Duke with numerous gifts to help Sodak obtain the post.

"Father, I didn't mean that, I..."

Rasul tried to explain, but Viscount Borey stopped him directly.

"I didn't mean to blame you, I just wanted you to understand that you have to give to receive."

You know best how much you've sacrificed for this position.

Your performance after the war begins next year will determine how much you receive; you should be prepared.

"I understand, Father. I will leave Silver Maple City and return to the army tomorrow."

Viscount Borey nodded when he heard that Rasul finally understood.

The father and son then had a brief discussion about next year's operations, Viscount Borey noticed that Rasul had indeed grown considerably.

It seems that the setbacks he has experienced recently have indeed helped him grow a lot, which makes Viscount Borey very gratified.

The father and son's discussion didn't end until midnight.

"It's getting late, you should go back and rest. Tomorrow morning you can head to Sextus County. When you leave, you can ride the Azure Wind and take it with you."

Anyway, I'll be going with the Grand Duke, it'd be a waste for Azure Wind to follow me. If you ride it, it can even save your life if you encounter danger.

"Father!"

Rasul knew that Azure Wind was his father's favorite warhorse, which he had bought at a high price and had always cherished.

Rasul was a little taken aback when he was surprised that his father was going to give him to him.

"Don't act like a woman, Rasul."

"You've been to the battlefield before, and the greatest value of the Azure Wind lies in its effectiveness there. I believe you can use it well; you just lack confidence!"

After listening to his father's reprimand, Rasul remained silent for a long time before giving Viscount Borey a military salute.

"Father, I will ride the Azure Wind and behead the traitor Count Colt. This time, I will not fail!"

I hope you'll keep your word!