After everyone got over the novelty of a musket, they remembered that there were still serious matters to discuss, so they returned to the conference room.
"What else is there to discuss? Our people are all here, let's fight!"
"That's right! Send someone to give them a challenge now! See if that kid from the Kent family has any guts!"
"After finishing the fight, go home and farm early!"
"But judging from today's situation, I'm afraid reinforcements are coming from the other side!"
Many people advocated starting a war immediately, while others advocated proceeding with caution.
Just when everyone was noisy and uncertain, a guard walked into the conference room.
"My lords, Kent Family has sent an envoy."
Earl Parker ordered, "Let him come in and listen to what he has to say."
The guards took the order and went out, and after a while they brought in a person. Judging from his appearance, he should be a low-ranking noble.
The visitor first announced his name and then started talking about business:
"On the orders of Jiaais Kent Viscount, I am here to advise you to surrender as soon as possible..."
Before the messenger could finish speaking, a tall and thick knight suddenly cursed, "Jia Ais, that eggless boy, did he ask you to come here just to fart?"
The knight's words amused everyone, and the whole room burst into laughter. Although his words were rude, no one came out to criticize him.
Only the messenger's expression did not change at all. He seemed to have expected this result.
The messenger looked regretful, shook his head and said:
"That's such a pity! How many innocent lives will be lost..."
The knight just now said impatiently, "Forget about mother-in-law and mother-in-law. If you have something to say, say it quickly, and if you have any farts, hurry up!"
"Hmph... what a rude person!"
Complaining softly, the messenger cleared his throat and said, "My other mission here is to convey Kent-sama's proposal to you - both sides should not use tricks or plots, find time to set up formations in the middle of our confrontation, and have a fair and upright fight. Do you dare?"
"What's there to be afraid of?"
"You look down on people!"
"It should be us speaking to you!"
The generals of the coalition forces were filled with indignation, banging the table and shouting.
The corners of the envoy's mouth curled up slightly, and he continued, "In this case, we propose to start the war in two days. After all, there was a melee today, and both sides need to repair themselves. In two days, each will show their best state for the duel. But..."
He changed the topic. "This is just our proposal. If you want to choose another date, we will agree. We will be with you at any time in three days, four days, or even tomorrow or the day after tomorrow!"
There was a burst of discussion in the room, and finally Earl Parker summarized everyone's opinions and said to the messenger, "Okay, then we will fight in two days. This is the time left for you to write a suicide note. If you want to come and die in advance, we agree!"
The envoy saluted him and said, "Since you agree, I will take my leave first! Oh, by the way, I wonder if we can exchange the previous prisoners now?"
Earl Parker waved his hand. "Let's wait until we decide the winner!"
"Everyone, see you in two days. At that time, one of us will become the prisoner of the other."
The messenger bowed and walked out of the room.
Derrick thought thoughtfully and said to everyone, "I always feel that this is Jia Ais delaying time. If we lead the army to kill now, with the help of fire crossbows... oh, muskets, and Artillery, we will definitely achieve great results."
"Shut up, Derrick, think about the stupid things you did today. Did you forget the pain before the scar healed?"
"You..."
When Earl Mairken said this, Derrick blushed, but what happened today left him with no confidence to retaliate.
"The envoy just now said that if we choose to start the war tomorrow, they will be with us at any time. Is this delaying time?"
"And since the battle time has been agreed upon, an early attack will damage our reputation!"
Others also disagreed with Derrick's suggestion.
Seeing that the atmosphere of the meeting was a bit stiff, Earl Parker said out loud, "Okay, it's almost dark now, and obviously we can't fight anymore. Moreover, the troops we each brought also need time to get used to each other. Let's face off against the Kent Family in two days."
As the founder of the alliance, Earl Parker made the decision, and Derrick had nothing to say.
The serious discussion ended here, the servants brought plates of dishes and barrels of wine, and the coalition generals began to enjoy dinner together.
"Ah, by the way! Alde Lieutenant Colonel, am I right to call you this?"
Earl Parker greeted Bryce while cutting the steak on the dinner plate.
"Yes, Lord Parker."
Bryce responded quickly and reluctantly put down the knife and fork he just picked up.
"I need to arrange something with you. Bring me the map."
A servant trotted over and spread a map on the table.
"Come and take a look, Alde Lieutenant Colonel."
Bryce stood up and came to the count's side, looking at the map on the table.
The count pointed to a certain area on the map and said, "If your men and horses are short of something, go to these three adjacent villages to get supplies."
Bryce understood, "Thank you for taking this into consideration for us, Lord Earl."
The earl laughed, "You're welcome."
Viscount Johnston, who was sitting not far away, raised his wine glass towards Bryce.
"Hey, Greiman's family, don't be polite to the people and villagers here, they are all very 'hospitable'!"
Bryce smiled back at him. He knew what the so-called "supply" was about.
According to the instructions of his lord, Alarda Army should try to build a good relationship with the local residents, and the needed materials should be transported to Transport Company from the territory as much as possible.
However, if you encounter extreme situations, Bryce doesn't mind taking some measures.
Viscount Johnston refilled the wine and raised it high.
"Cheers to the hospitable people of Biduo Fort!"
"Cheers!"
Everyone raised their glasses and shouted in unison.
Since we were in a war zone and were on high alert, everyone did not drink much and dispersed after eating.
"I want to remind you, take care of your Soldiers, prepare for war these two days, and don't spend the whole day fighting with wine and prostitutes. Also, beware of spies."
Before leaving, Earl Parker reminded me like this.
There are more than just generals and Soldiers in military camps in this era.
There are all kinds of people who come to sell supplies, prostitutes who deal in flesh and blood, and even family members of military officers and Soldierss.
Therefore, in their spare time during training, the officers and soldiers can easily find fun. They go to the tented tavern to have a drink, or go to the caravan brothel to chat about life with the lady. These are all things they like to do on weekdays.
Naturally, in such a mixed environment, military intelligence can easily be leaked. Although everyone is desperately wary of spies, they have never thought of changing this environment. Probably because in the eyes of the world, military camps should be like this.