Chapter 1004: Chapter 624: About the Reform_1 Chapter 1004: Chapter 624: About the Reform_1 “Lord, as for the specific details of this mysterious mission, I am not privy to them. After all, the Dragon Tooth rcenary Corps that I lead is only well-known within Coldfla Kingdom and cannot compare to the truly top-notch rcenary corps; naturally, we do not have access to the higher-ups of the rcenary Guild.”
Randell continued to maintain a bowing posture, shaking his head helplessly. “I rely heard about it from a higher-up who ntioned it casually during a eting.”
“I see. What else do you know about this mysterious mission?”
Leo Ray raised the steaming white porcelain cup and sniffed the refreshing tea fragrance before curiously asking again.
“My Lord, judging from the helplessness in the higher-up’s tone, this mysterious mission must be extrely difficult. Even the combined forces of the strongest rcenary corps cannot accomplish it in the slightest. As for the specific location, it definitely isn’t within the range of the various human countries’ territories.”
Randell furrowed his brows and pondered for a mont before replying, “As for the specific content of the mission, I have no knowledge…”
At this point, Randell’s deep gray eyes lit up, and he added, “But it is certain that the mission’s client is a deceased king of a certain country.”
“These are barely any clues.”
Leo Ray put down his teacup and nodded thoughtfully, “Nevermind, since it’s not within the range of the human countries, it has nothing to do with us for now. Let’s focus on the current matters.”
With that in mind, Leo Ray dropped the subject and discussed his idea of hiring a large number of rcenaries and the related trial situation in Redarrow City with Randell.
In the process, Leo Ray also explained the current distribution of enemy and ally forces.
“My Lord, this idea is feasible.”
After listening to Leo Ray’s explanation, Randell nodded without hesitation and said, “In the history of the human race, there indeed have been declining royal families or newly erging forces that have implented such actions and achieved significant results.”
“However, the cost of hiring a rcenary army is much higher than training a regular army. Therefore, to save resources, the employnt of rcenaries for war is usually short-term, such as before a crucial battle. Long-term employnt is quite rare.”
Randell took a sip of hot tea and continued, “Furthermore, rcenaries are only good at small-scale team battles. They cannot compete with well-trained and disciplined regular armies on the battlefield. They can only be deployed in defensive or surprise war scenarios.”
“This is exactly what I have in mind. We have regular armies on the main battlefields. Recruiting a large number of rcenary troops is only to make up for deficiencies and be prepared.”
Leo Ray snapped his fingers and nodded, “As for the financial issue, there’s no need to worry. It seems we can continue expanding the scale of our rcenaries.”
“My Lord is absolutely right.”
Nodding to Leo Ray, Randell stroked his chin and said, “However, we should not increase the number of troops in Redarrow City any further, or it will arouse the suspicion of the Great Prince’s faction.”
“Indeed, that is the reason why I have not continued to recruit new rcenaries in Redarrow City.”
With a profound look in his eyes, Leo Ray nodded in agreent, “According to the latest situation, although the newly appointed City Lord of Pinehaven City is currently preoccupied, the two thousand-strong rcenary force in Redarrow City is large enough to make the opposing party wary, especially since the new City Lord is a loyal lackey of the Great Prince.”
“However, rest assured, my Lord. Once I head for the Mountain Fortress tomorrow, I will imdiately begin transferring the Dragon Tooth rcenary Corps’ forces throughout Coldfla Kingdom to gather a powerful mobile force for you as soon as possible.”
Randell stroked his O-shaped short beard and bowed with his hand on his chest.
“Very well. The current force of the Dragon Tooth rcenary Corps in the Mountain Fortress, including Walter and three Tier 4 Mages, nine Tier 3 Pinnacle Powerhouses, and two elite Tier 2 Middle Teams, totaling 212 people, is enough to serve as a sharp dagger.”
Nodding in satisfaction, Leo Ray picked up the warm teacup again, and while sipping, he continued, “Compared to the Second Prince’s faction that is surrounded by Viennas City, Golin City, Dragon’s Lair, and the territories outside of Thorny Kingdom, our strength is relatively weak in the scope of the Great Prince’s faction centered around Pinehaven City.”
“Currently, only Redarrow City in their northeast, Blue Cold Fortress in their west, and the Mountain Fortress in their southeast have so of our forces. Therefore, your responsibility is undoubtedly heavy and long-lasting.”
Feeling the warmth from the smooth teacup, Leo Ray spoke seriously, “After all, the two princes have over 150,000 troops in the eastern region. anwhile, after receiving loyalty from Dragon’s Lair and Thorny Kingdom, our total strength is just barely half of theirs, and still extrely scattered. Overall, we are still at an absolute disadvantage.”
“My Lord’s words are very true. I will do my best to share your concerns!”
Randell drained the tea from his cup, put it down, and spoke with unwavering determination.
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