Returning to Two Rivers Territory
This promotion ceremony resulted in the birth of four hereditary nobles. In addition to Raymond and James, two long-serving lords from the First Legion of the Allied Army were also promoted, which is quite rare in recent years. For most of the Northern Frontier nobles, the birth of new hereditary nobles is good news, as it means that the entire group of Northern Frontier nobles has been strengthened. The Northlands has no shortage of land, and there is not much competition between the various noble families.
After the conference concluded, all legions except the First Legion of Iron Birch Territory began to disband, and the noble families returned to their territories with their private armies and spoils of war.
Viscount Benjamin led his troops from the Golden Pear Territory directly back to his territory in Durham County. He needed to return as soon as possible to handle some work and help Raymond build the new territory. He said goodbye to Victor early the next morning and left, reminding Victor not to forget about helping to establish a medical squadron in the Golden Pear Territory.
After Viscount Benjamin left, the other nobles also bid farewell to Victor and led their troops on their respective journeys home. Viscount Hawke found Victor and said that after he returned to Bria County and finished his work, he would personally visit the Two Rivers Territory.
Victor wasn't in a hurry to leave. He planned to stay in Enzo City for two days with his army. If possible, he also wanted to purchase some leftover supplies that needed to be disposed of after the battle. He specifically entrusted Gorn to help with the collection and purchase. At this time, Vitri had already left Enzo City and returned to Northwind City.
On the morning of the third day, September 19, James found Victor: "Victor, I don't plan to go back to the territory for now. I'm going straight south to Boler County. My father promised me that if I could be promoted to baron and successfully open up a branch for the Blue Rose Family, he would give me some support. I plan to go and fulfill that promise."
"The announcement of this promotion may take some time to reach the entire duchy, there's no need for you to be in such a hurry," Victor thought James was being a bit impatient.
"Actually, I do have my own selfish motives. It's like wearing fine clothes in the dark if you don't return home after achieving wealth and honor. Although I did rely on my family a lot, the great achievement of getting promoted was earned through my own life-and-death struggles. As the second son of the family, I also want to prove myself," James said seriously.
"Since that's the case, I won't stop you. Take your direct squadron back. I'll give you another 200 warhorses, which you can use to give to Uncle Ronald. I'm sure he won't let you suffer any losses."
"Thank you, Victor. If it weren't for you, I wouldn't have been able to be promoted to baron so quickly. From now on, the Blue Rose Family of Green Valley Territory will always follow the Golden Sunflower Family, and all military and diplomatic affairs of Green Valley Territory will be under your command."
"I understand. I will also ensure that Green Valley Territory will grow stronger. Be careful on your way back." Victor patted James on the shoulder.
"Don't worry!" James led his squadron and herd of warhorses south.
"Now, it's just the two of us, Viscount Victor." Baron Brown, carrying a bottle of Grape, put one hand directly on Victor's shoulder.
"Isaac just lifted your alcohol ban, so you'd better watch out." Victor brushed aside Baron Brown and returned to his temporary residence to continue his work.
Baron Brown, taking advantage of the journey, planned to return to his territory with Victor's main force. His men had suffered heavy losses, losing 110 men, a significant blow. However, Baron Brown directly requested a batch of 300 Barbarians war slaves as spoils of war, intending to select some from them to replenish his forces.
Victor thought he should be more cautious, as so many Barbarians warrior slaves would be difficult to digest. But then Baron Brown told him something: the Alfalfa Family had long had dealings with some Barbarian Tribes, and Baron Brown himself had Barbarians blood. Many of his subordinates were of Barbarians origin, so organizing Barbarians warrior slaves into an army wouldn't be too difficult for Stream Territory.
Victor had nothing to say about this, which gave him a deeper understanding of the ecology of the Northern Frontier nobles. The Northern Frontier nobles did not have many long-standing families, which might make them seem to lack cultural heritage, but their inclusive atmosphere made this noble group seem very progressive.
On the morning of September 20th, Victor set off with the army of the Two Rivers Territory and the army of Baron Brown's Stream Territory. Their goal was simple: to go home.
The return journey was uneventful, since we had taken the same route to Enzo City, and the whole group had a sense of urgency, so the marching speed was very fast.
Victor could understand his men's mentality. Although most of them had only been in the Northlands for a year, the experiences of that year had made Victor and the others regard the Two Rivers Territory as their home. After nearly two months of fighting and battles, who wouldn't want to go home as soon as possible?
On the morning of September 26, the main force arrived at Stream Territory. Baron Brown bid farewell to Victor there, saying that after finishing his affairs in the territory, he would visit the Viscount in Two Rivers Territory for a drink.
Without rest, the entire army entered James's Green Valley Territory that afternoon. At this point, the entire army began to become restless. Victor did not want the people of the territory to see a disorganized army when they returned to the territory, so he personally led his men to visit each detachment and told everyone to maintain their best morale. He had already sent people to inform the territory in advance, and the territory had also prepared a welcoming ceremony. He didn't want them to mess things up when they arrived at their doorstep.
After regrouping, Victor led his army onward. Green Valley Territory is only a dozen kilometers long from east to west. Around 4 p. m., the army reached the edge of Two Rivers Territory. At this time, a Cavalry unit came from the direction of Two Rivers Territory.
Ron led two squadrons from the First Detachment to meet them, and soon the two sides merged into one and ran back.
Victor saw that the leader of the Cavalry unit was none other than Sanders. Sanders dismounted, walked up to Victor, Sanders, and said with tears in his eyes and excitement, "Your Excellency, welcome back. Your achievements have already spread throughout North York County. The Golden Sunflower Family shines because of you. May you continue to overcome all obstacles and lead the family to new achievements."
"Sanders, I assure you, this is just the beginning. You will have the opportunity to see a different kind of scenery," Victor dismounted and hugged Sanders. "You have worked hard during this time. It is because of you that we can fight outside with peace of mind. My glory should also include you."
"Sir, Powell and his men have already prepared the welcoming ceremony. Aren't we going to waste time?"
Victor continued leading his troops forward. When they arrived at Wood Fort Town, it was already past 7 p. m., but the area in front of Wood Fort Town was as bright as day, with a large number of torches burning. When Victor's army appeared in front of Wood Fort Town, countless cheers resounded through the sky.