Chapter 191: The Invisible Net Opened by Florid (II)

Dario said: "Your Majesty, let's think calmly first. After our investigation, this Qincheng was originally a very small city in the Milan Empire. It has changed since the Qincheng lord Ye Yinzhu came there. The Qincheng lord, who was born in the East Long Ba Sect, now has a group of forces that cannot be ignored. It is obvious that he should be an ally with the Milan Empire, so he appeared on the most dangerous Eastern battlefield in Milan. Although Qincheng brought us huge losses and even reversed the situation of war, it also told us in disguise that the defensive strength of the Milan Empire's eastern front is as weak as we judged. Otherwise, why wouldn't these Qincheng people appear on the northern front or the southern front of the main battlefield?"

Delavalai nodded, approving Dario's statement, "Speak."

Dario continued: "The main reason why we suffered a great loss at the hands of the Qincheng people is that we have insufficient estimates of the enemy and have certain tactical errors. After the opponent cut off the logistics supply at lightning speed, serious consequences occurred. Landias's forced to do so. But at this time, I think we should not be too hasty. Instead of launching a rash attack on the Milan Empire again, it is better to stabilize first and consolidate our own foundation. Only in this way can our attack on Milan be effective."

The Finance Minister on the side stood up and said, "I agree with the Prime Minister's opinion. The continuous logistics supply transportation has made our country's financial resources difficult and it is not suitable to launch a large-scale war in a short period of time."

Dario nodded and said, "That's true. In my opinion, the Eastern Legion of the Milan Empire is not afraid of it. Although we suffered heavy losses in this war, as the defender of the city, they will not lose less. It will only make the defense of the Eastern Front of the Milan Empire weaker. The biggest threat to us is the people of Qincheng. According to the situation where Marshal Kusler fought with them several times, the number of this Qincheng army is about 3,000 people, and is divided into several races.

There are extremely fast and powerful cavalry, the Bimon Legion, and some magicians with special combat power. Their movement speed is very fast, which is why they cannot be caught by Marshal Kusler. At the same time, if I guess correctly, there is a hidden force in this Qincheng army that can bring them enough information so that these Qincheng people can always escape from our siege at the most critical moment. Marshal Kusler has no choice but to do anything about it."

Delavalai sighed and said, "But what force do we have to stop them now? I believe everyone knows that all our main military forces have been put into the battlefield ahead. I believe that the Prime Minister's words, these Qincheng people must have special methods to obtain accurate information and grasp the trends of our army. In this way, unless our army can form a huge encirclement and make them have nowhere to escape. Otherwise, with their mobility, we will not even capture the opportunity."

After discussing the situation, Dario finally came up with his own solution, "Your Majesty, according to my opinion, we can start from several aspects now. First of all, don't let Marshal Kusler chase the other side anymore, which has no meaning at all. We can only further consume Marshal Kusler and the army's combat effectiveness. After just experiencing a war, what they need now is to repair. So, the first point is to let Marshal Kusler lead the main army to repair it in the country. Only select the most elite 50,000 cavalry and be ready to respond at any time. As long as we have a period of rest and recuperation, I believe that our country's main army will be able to recover."

Delavalai said: "Of course this is OK. But what should those people in Qincheng do? Our logistics supply troops were once broken by 3,000 to 20,000. Although I wish I could tear them into pieces, I had to admit their combat effectiveness."

A cold light flashed in Dario's eyes, "Although the individual combat ability of the Qincheng army is strong, they forgot that this is our country, the Kingdom of Florida, not their Qincheng. If we want to completely destroy this Qincheng army, we need to open a large enough net for them and let them fall into the trap. Although we will lose wealth in cities, as long as we destroy them, as long as we can invade Milan. Are we afraid that we will not get what we lost?"

Delavalle's eyes lit up, "I understand what you mean, but how do you knit this net?"

Dario said in a deep voice: "After entering our city, the people of Qincheng only killed the nobles but did not hurt the civilians, which shows that they are very rational. But this also affects the interests of our nobles. How can the nobles survive if this continues? Your Majesty, although our country's main combat power is on the front line, it does not represent everything."

Delavalle finally understood what Dario meant, "You mean, the private armed forces of the nobles?"

Dario's eyes swept across the important officials of the kingdom around him. Who is not a nobleman? He nodded and said, "Your Majesty, every man is responsible for the rise and fall of the country. I am willing to contribute all the three thousand private soldiers under my rule to the country. For the future of our country..."

After hearing what Dario said, the Floridians around him suddenly became a little unnatural.

Among the nobles, especially the nobles who own territory, they all have certain private soldiers. These private soldiers do not belong to the state organization and are trained by the nobles themselves and paid. The number of private soldiers that aristocrats of different levels can have is also different. The highest prince can have 10,000 private soldiers. Secondly, the duke can have 5,000 private soldiers, marquis like Dario can have 3,000 private soldiers, and the count can have 1,000 private soldiers. If the viscount has a fief, it can also have 500 private soldiers. The baron is 100, which can be ignored.

There are many nobles in any country. After Dario's reminder, Delavalle remembered that there is such a force in China.

The big cities attacked by Ye Yinzhu obviously could not become the territory of the nobles, and most of the nobles he killed were declining and entering the big cities to live. The truly rich and powerful nobles were all in their own territory, and private soldiers were the most advantageous weapons for them to control the territory, oppress civilians, and protect their own interests.

At this time, Dario said this, the important officials present had already cursed in their hearts even the eighteen generations of his ancestors. The private soldiers handed over it? It would be strange if they could get it back. That was the power that the nobles had spent so much effort to accumulate.

No one was willing to hand over his private soldiers, but at this time, under the burning gaze of King Delavalle of Florida, what else could these important officials of the kingdom do?

As the king, Delavalle naturally knew the importance of private soldiers to the nobles, and also understood that it was unrealistic to force these nobles to hand over their private armed forces, but at this time, there is no better way than this.

Walking slowly from the throne, Delavalai said in a deep voice: "Everyone, everyone should have heard what I and Prime Minister Dario said just now. Our country is in danger. I understand your thoughts and no one is willing to hand over their last capital. But have you ever thought that with your private armed forces, can the attack of the people of Qincheng? Now, only by gathering all the forces together can this cancer be completely eradicated. Here, as the king, I promise you that as long as the army of Qincheng is eradicated, your private soldiers can be returned immediately, and those who die on the battlefield will be compensated by the state. Those who have made meritorious on the battlefield will also be included in your title. If we can invade the Milan Empire in the near future, the land we have obtained will be given priority to the meritorious ministers in this battle."

The ministers looked at each other, and the light in their eyes gradually became brighter. They all knew that this was Delavalle's bottom line. Under the tremendous pressure and internal and external troubles brought by Randias, His Majesty the King had no reservations.

At least one thing they recognized was that once Florida was finished, they would have no good results.

"Your Majesty, I am willing to hand over all my private soldiers to the unified command of the country. Every man is responsible for the rise and fall of the country." The Minister of Finance, who was wearing a pair of pants, immediately came out, reflecting his value in this timely opportunity to help.

"Okay. Where is the clerk? Record."

Under the leadership of the Finance Minister, although the Floridians still hesitated, no one dared to wait any longer. Since they had to contribute their private soldiers, it would be better to contribute earlier, so as to leave a good impression on His Majesty the King.

Seeing the ministers registering their number of private soldiers, Delavalai slowly walked to Rio and whispered in a voice that only the two of them could hear: "Dalio, if this war can be won last, I will remember your first merit."

Dario bowed and said, "Your Majesty, I dare not take credit for it. Since we now have such a force that the other party does not know, then we should plan how to give the people of Qincheng. The Qincheng army is like a cunning fox. We only have one chance. If we cannot catch it, it will be difficult to get them to take the bait in the future."
Chapter completed!