71 – Kingdom short selling method 7

Bahamut, who succeeded in recruiting Gerard, sang with joy inside.

‘Good. As long as the Black Legion is restored intact with this, I’ll be able to easily suppress the Sakiels.’

Even in the original work, it was the Black Army that showed great success as Hungary’s strongest force.

Even at that time, the Black Legion was in a state of weakening as it was weakened because it did not receive even a good supply, but nevertheless, it succeeded in defending Hungary by burning the last patriotism until the brink of annihilation.

Adding the support of Beden to them was like putting wings on the lion’s back.

‘The Black Legion did everything they had to do even in poor circumstances. With just the right investment, you’ll be able to fly high on your own. Plus, they recruited Gerard…’

Although in the original work, he was not very active due to bad luck, but the power of the character Gerard was absolutely not to be ignored.

Hungarian’s strongest general with the power to slash quite a few people, even if he’s not among the strongest in the five fingers like Ophelia.

If he officially returns as the commander-in-chief of the Black Legion, literally, the Hungarian 1st Army, a dream team that has been the standard of controversy even among readers of the original work, will be completed.

‘Of course, there’s a very high chance that it’ll be an apricot with a good glow, but it’ll do a medium or higher. Now, now that we have finished recruiting the best talent, shall we move on to the next step?’

*

Sakiels are gathering troops for a war against the Dragona Empire.

Apart from what they are currently doing, as their original job was a knight, each and every one of them could be said to be a warrior with arms.

On top of that, as they spent additional money to recruit local mercenaries and other forces, the scale was greater than expected.

“Sachiel brothers! Let’s put aside the petty grievances that have divided us all this time! Now is the only time to join forces to win!”

“I will get rid of that wicked Dragona scum! Everyone, take up your arms!”

“For the glory of Sachiel!”

Originally, the Sakiels were not united due to mutual pride and conflicts over interests, but the tremendous situation that occurred in Benessa this time instilled a deep sense of crisis in them.

Executives of organizations that fly and fly were massacred in an instant, and furthermore, their funding lines were in danger of being cut off.

Crisis soon induces unity, and Sakiels began to unite as one under the leadership of the Five God Fathers, a loose link that already existed.

“5,000 troops from the Franz region have just arrived.”

“We also sent 4,000 troops to the Espan area. The 2000 sent from the Fortuna area is expected to arrive around next week.”

“Good, with this, the total strength of the Sakiel Knights in our southwest branch reaches approximately 20,000. This is enough to invade any country.”

“In the meantime, our Sakiels have been divided, so if we gather our strength, there will be nothing to be afraid of. Even if it is Drago or the Empire, you will be able to feel our strength at this opportunity.”

The total number of troops gathered here… and to be gathered within the next month was a large army of approximately 80,000.

This is a large army that no monarch on the continent would dare to gather easily.

Although the fighting power of each individual was jagged, and the discipline was different, it was an army. The threat of numbers could never be ignored.

In addition, from Sakiel’s point of view, as if they had confirmed their strength right in front of their eyes, it made them feel truly reassured.

On the other hand, those who could be called the general commanders of this huge army

The elders of the Sakiels, Oh Dae-bu, were discussing their opinions in preparation for the war that was about to begin.

“I was expecting it, but a lot of people gathered.”

“With that level of troops, we can make a preemptive strike on our side.”

“Don’t say that, no matter what, the opponent is the Dragona Empire. A country that swallowed even the mighty kingdom of Polena in the north.”

“That’s right, our strategy is to use Hungary as a shield as much as possible, sacrifice their strength, and then launch a counterattack. For that, don’t even think about making a hasty move until you’ve completely drawn Hungary into this war.”

The gray-haired elders who once again spoke of such basic strategic principles.

At that time, a middle-aged man who belongs to the youngest of the elders cautiously opened his mouth to them.

“Well, the truth is. I have a problem with that.”

“A problem?”

“What are you talking about again?”

The elders frowned as the unexpected words came out, and the middle-aged elder began to explain the situation to them in a worried voice.

And..

“Bahamut… how dare he do that?”

“That’s right, Bahamut and Veden Merchant. They started helping King Mohichi some time ago. Rumor has it that while spending a huge amount of money to help rebuild the Black Legion, they are even bribing the nobles who were shaking them to support the king.”

In the process of establishing roots throughout Hungary, Sakiels naturally attracted many nobles to their side.

The reason why the most important base of the Sachiels was located here in Hungary was thanks to the support of the corrupt nobles, and it would have been difficult for the nobles to gather an army this time if the nobles hadn’t opened the border with an appropriate pretext.

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Now all that remains is to use Hungary as a shield in this war by pressuring the King of Mohichi through the nobles.

However… just as the pressure from the corrupt and foolish aristocrats was slowly bearing fruit, the situation suddenly turned around as a variable called Bahamut appeared.

It is unknown what kind of transaction took place between the two, but Bahamut mobilized enormous funds and supplies that even Sakiel could not afford to give power to the king, and the king, who was about to fall for it, turned his back on it.

“Reconstruction of the Black Legion.. Certainly, as long as the talents of the past still remain, it is not a difficult task as long as there is money and supplies.”

“Work has become really annoying. Dealing with the Dragona Empire on our own is too much of a burden. Even if you succeed, you will suffer irreparable damage.”

“But how? If the Black Legion were to have the same majesty as before, there is a high possibility that they would completely sever their ties with us. The plan to mobilize the King of Hungary will be completely foiled.”

If the power of the king, who was like a scarecrow, naturally weakens the power of the nobles, and naturally it becomes impossible to change the king’s mind. Furthermore, Sakiels, who are supported by nobles, are also in danger of losing their foundation in Hungary.

In the worst case, it was possible to think of a situation where all Sakiels were swept away in front of the sword of the Black Legion that had regained its strength.

“I can’t do anything like this anymore. It’s a bit extreme, but we have no choice but to use our numbers first.”

“Sura…is there a good way?”

At the words of the middle-aged elder, the others showed curiosity. He began to speak his mind cautiously.

OK..

“That… isn’t that a bit excessive?”

“The other person is Bahamut of the Beden Merchant Group, he has connections with the Uranus Merchant Merchant, and he has a strong relationship with the Vatican. Touching someone like that is…”

“If so, if there are any other better ones, tell me. Is there anyone among us who can defeat Bahamut with financial strength?”

“Uh…um… ”

“… ”

Other five godfathers who can no longer say anything at the words of the middle-aged elder.

As the saying goes, the Bahamut and Beden Merchant Merchants, who had grown into enormous colossi, could not guarantee victory even if their funds were combined.

In the end, the only way left for them was a method that was not standard and required considerable risk.

*

A person quietly reading a piece of paper in the dark.

Shortly thereafter, a smile began to spread across his lips.

“Yeah, you mean you’re going to use that method? Bahamut himself…”

“Yes, it is. Even if you are not completely successful and only get injured, it will be possible to achieve your goal as time is running out…”

A middle-aged man sitting in front of him.

He, one of the five godfathers of Sachiel, was watching the person carefully while reporting the situation to his sponsor.

“I see.. There are only a few weeks left before the start of the war, so it’s enough for us to make her lie down for a while. It’s even better if he just dies. How is the atmosphere inside Sakiel?”

“Other elders also agreed, so there seems to be no big problem there. What do you mean?”

“There’s no other way to get rid of the blockage. Let’s go ahead and help out. Of course, you know very well that failure is not acceptable, right?”

“Don’t worry. We will definitely make it a success.”

Hearing the determined voice of the elder in front of him like that, he slowly lowered the papers.

A single seal was stamped on the papers he laid down with his hands as fine as white jade.

The seal with the image of a roaring red dragon…