Lorraine looked at the legion commanders sitting on both sides of the long table, his eyes scanning their faces one by one.
The army commanders of these empires have always been domineering in their local areas. They say nothing and even walk with their nostrils in the air.
But now, everyone who was caught by Lorraine's eyes straightened his back unconsciously, staring straight ahead with an expressionless face, looking like a regular soldier, striving to give this world-famous governor
Make a good impression.
As their superior, even though Luo was still a young man, these legion commanders did not dare to have the slightest contempt in their hearts.
Needless to say, there is no need to say more about the local snakes in Naian.
In the past year, they have all seen Lord Lorraine's methods of kindness and power. He picked off the heads of several high-ranking officials and stole a hereditary noble family. His tricks were sophisticated and ruthless, and he did not look like a young adult at all.
What the young man can do is like an old fox wandering into the officialdom.
Knowing that this young governor could not be fooled, the locals were very respectful to Lorraine, and some were even very afraid of Lorraine.
Because of the relationship between Lorraine and Catherine, the commanders of the legions in the Eastern Provinces have long regarded Lorraine as their uncle in the Eastern Provinces. They treat Lorraine just as they treat Grand Duke Julius and Catherine.
The Julian emperor always managed the army strictly, and these army commanders were also unsmiling and sat on their chairs with straight faces.
As for the army commanders from various provinces who were recruited to work, for these people, in addition to Lorraine's achievements, what is more important is that Lorraine's wife is a princess of the royal family, his father-in-law may be the future emperor, and his brother-in-law must be the future emperor, no matter what
From that level of relationship, they are all unattainable figures for the legion commanders who have gone through many years of experience.
Before they came here, the governors of each province had solemnly told them: Last year, that old fellow Russell pressed hard and collected all the taxes.
We really have no money this year. We finally sent you out to work and earn some extra money. Don't mess it up with me. I only received half of the labor fee.
The governors, who were as jealous as rabbits because of money, gave these people a death order. If anything goes wrong, they will sell you for money when they come back.
Knowing that his southern expedition would bring the governors' ardent hopes for gold coins, the provincial army commanders did not dare to be dissatisfied at all because of Lorraine's youth, and some were even trembling with fear.
What's more, they are facing Lord Lorraine.
Even if we don’t talk about Lorraine’s illustrious achievements and the world-famous ‘Flying Eagle God of War’, everyone knows about it.
Not to mention that this Governor is universally favored and will be the mainstay of the empire's future.
Just by virtue of his pretty face, this old man cannot tolerate any contempt.
You must know that Lord Luo is the adulterer of His Royal Highness the Princess of the Empire. Although this name is indeed a bit unpleasant, it is an absolute fact that cannot be changed.
Based on this alone, no one dares to provoke him. If he blows the wind on his pillow, His Highness Long Yan will be furious, and he might be transferred to the British Army one day.
In Gedao, a place where birds don't poop, they went to eat potatoes.
Lorraine didn't know what these bastards were thinking. He saw all the generals with serious expressions and sitting upright. He couldn't help but nodded with satisfaction and thought to himself: It seems that these guys still regard themselves as their boss.
It's the same thing.
Seeing Lorraine nodding with a satisfied look, the legion commanders below all breathed a sigh of relief. They had been worried that the young lord would find an unlucky guy and use them to establish his power.
Lorraine cleared her throat and said: "Comrades, for the great cause of the empire and the safety of Nai'an Province, you are able to come all the way to support despite the danger. I am here to express my gratitude to you on behalf of the three million people of Nai'an."
These words are meant for those in the provincial army. In any case, they have sent troops here after all. Although they have paid for it, they are doing a business of putting their heads in their belts and working hard.
, this point alone cannot be ignored.
It's just that the gang of ruffians in the provincial army are not easy-going people. They know that this lord is not easy to take care of. If they stab his lungs, they will confiscate the house when they say it, and they will exterminate the family if they say it.
Not a single blade of grass is left.
Therefore, facing this prestigious lord, they all adjusted their positions.
All the legion commanders stood up with a roar, then neatly stomped on their riding boots, and replied loudly: "Serve the empire~!"
Lorraine raised her hand and saluted, and said calmly: "Take a break. Everyone, please take a seat. You're welcome."
The officers immediately raised their hands and beat them heavily on their chests before sitting back down.
Lorraine pointed at Leo and said: "Everyone, let me first introduce that His Highness Leo is the military observer of this southern expedition."
The title of military observer is very interesting. To put it bluntly, it means gaining experience and increasing experience points.
Generally speaking, it depends on who is in charge. Different people have different rights.
It's like a small nobleman from a certain family who, relying on his brother-in-law's relationship, got into the army to gain seniority. At this time, not even an orderly would treat him as a meal, let alone a person in the headquarters.
Seats, even tents and so on, you have to pay for them yourself.
And a little bit more awesome, like the gang of ruffians from the Military Branch of Maple Leaf Danlin Academy. They rely on their students all over the world, and they set up some kind of military observation group every year. They use public funds to follow the legion that is about to go to war.
Behind my butt, I travel everywhere.
When it's time to go back, just hand in a report and be done with it.
What's even more awesome is the one who relies on his backstage connections to go in front of the coach and point fingers. If you win, he has a share of the credit. If you lose, he doesn't have to take responsibility. He can just pat him on the back.
Butt walking.
Therefore, they relied on the fact that there was no pressure on them and always came up with random ideas. The commanders they hated so much that they wanted to chop them with swords.
And the type like Young Master Leo is the most awesome type. Although he is young and does not interfere with everyone's business, he can rely on his status as an observer to run wild and run around all over the world.
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At that time, if I rob a civilian girl, or find a worker who often has contact with bed, I want to chat with her about life, philosophy, ideals, etc. in the camp.
, this young man ran in.
When he turned around, he kept his mouth shut and told Lord Luo about the matter casually, "Boss, that so-and-so stayed up at night and did very strange things with a beautiful woman."
It’s a must, I have to kill everyone the next day~!
Even though the legion commanders below could not stop muttering in their hearts, they did not dare to neglect him at all.
This master is the future emperor of the Ruman Empire.
Although he is still just a little kid who feels good about himself, it will only take a dozen years at most for the crown that represents the supreme power of the empire to be worn on his head.
Of course, these legion commanders must take advantage of this good opportunity to flatter Leo quickly and leave a deep impression on Leo.
Maybe many years later, this man suddenly remembered that he had been photographed very comfortably by so-and-so, and then he was fucked by a high-ranking official.
With this mentality, of course everyone tried their best to flatter him.
The young father-in-law is a genius, a wise man, bird fish soup and so on.
Everyone expressed their warm welcome to the Young Master who has such wisdom as a clairvoyant eye, broad and profound knowledge, mysterious judgment and incomparable courage, extraordinary military talent and vision, versatile strength, benevolent magnanimity and infinite magnanimity.
The imperial elite with a big heart inspected his work.
A young man's work for one day, uh, no, one minute's work is equivalent to what everyone does for half a year.
As long as the old man said a word, the life problems that had troubled him for so many years and which he could not figure out would be solved.
The young father-in-law is like the beacon of life for everyone...
Like the morning star of mankind...
Just like the Big Dipper, the North Star...
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For a time, flattery was flying and praises poured in.
Leo was very happy now, his chubby little face was beaming with pride, and the pink tender flesh on his cheeks was bulging with baby fat.
Those big eyes were so happy that they narrowed into thin slits.
This time, Leo was finally no longer the annoying little follower who always followed Catherine, or was just an errand boy like in the Almohad battle.
"Now he is also a member of the headquarters, although the officer is still a little younger..." Leo felt happy in his heart. This little ruffian finally felt that he was also a person who could do big things.
What made Leo even more happy was that Catherine was only accompanying the army as Lorraine's family member this time, and she was a real military observer.
Although I can't take my younger brothers out with me and follow me to fight in groups. But in the name of a military observer, I can at least go around shouting and yelling. It's no longer like before. Except for the cook at home, no one cares about what I do.
So done.
Enjoying the flattering sounds of the people below, Leo was very happy. He felt secretly happy: That bitch Nicole has suppressed this young master for so many years and endured so many years of hard life, and now it has finally come to an end.
She turned over and waited until the clouds opened and the fog dispersed, covering her head greatly~!
However, Leo was also the son of the Grand Duke after all, and had seen a lot of markets. Even though he was smiling so hard that he could hardly see his eyes, he still tried to look very reserved, imitating Lorraine and nodded, and waved his hand modestly.
, he said carelessly: "You don't need to say that, it's all for work, haha, hahaha..."
It's just that the little nose is already so full of energy that it almost reaches the sky.
Lorraine looked at it and realized how Catherine felt when she fined him. This little gangster really shines with a little Yangchi. He can be so arrogant, and he is really hateful.
Even he couldn't help but want to hit him twice to give this little ruffian a blow.
He curled his lips and reminded Leo in a low voice: "Nicole is listening in the back."
Leo then suddenly remembered that Nicole and Adele were behind the curtain listening to the government. Even though he was an observer now, if he got carried away and couldn't escape, he would be beaten again.
Leo quickly put on a straight face, sat upright in his seat, and said loudly: "Okay, okay, as long as you mean it, besides, I'm angry, I'm really angry. People can really be angry~!
"
The more Leo spoke, the louder the flattery from the people below became.
Leo's face began to look bitter, and he thought to himself: It's over, it's over, Catherine heard this clearly, my role as an observer is about to end.
Lorraine was secretly amused in his heart, but he didn't say anything to stop him during the process. He just watched the show on the side.
After all, most of these army commanders are new here, and they also need to get used to the officials here.
If they can really flatter Leo and make him happy and use him as a backer, they will certainly be more loyal in the future and will do their best no matter what they do.
During this process, Lorraine kept observing these individual regiment commanders to see what their temperaments were and whether they were very flattering.
According to Wei Xiaobao and Mr. Wei's official experience, those who can flatter and flatter others must not have much real ability.
When the time comes, when there is a war, they must not be sent out to fight tough battles.
He watched for a long time and observed for most of the day. Seeing that Leo was a little anxious and angry after being flattered by everyone, he waved his hands to the people below, stopped them, and then raised his voice and said: "Gentlemen,
Let’s get back to business.”
The officers immediately stopped talking and all sat back down with a squeak.
Some guys even secretly observed Lorraine's expression, wondering in their hearts whether they were too excited just now and used the words that should have been used to praise Lord Luo on the young master. Be careful when flattering him in the future.
, you can't use those words on Sir Luo again, otherwise he will hear the same words and feel that he is flattering and careless, and that will be miserable.
Lorraine knocked on the table and said in a deep voice: "A division must have a name, so I decided that the name of this southern expedition will be..."
As he spoke, he stretched out his hand and pulled on the wall behind him, and several big characters suddenly appeared.
“Enduring Justice!”
The legion commanders were surprised at first, and then were impressed. Look at this person's ability. Everyone knows that this time they go deep into the grassland to grab money, stuff, and territory. But when the name of this operation is listed here, who dares to say?
Are we unjust?
Which scoundrel dares to be so brave and jump out to challenge him? Let’s give him justice first~!
Seeing the understanding of the people below, Lorraine smiled slightly and said: "As the name suggests, the purpose of our southern expedition is to bring the light of justice to the oppressed orcs on the grassland.
They have been oppressed by the evil patriarchs for too long. We must liberate them with a glorious sense of mission and let them bathe in the advanced civilization of the Ruman Empire.
Anyone who dares to stop us from bringing justice to the orcs is an enemy of civilization, and we will punish them."
Before the army commanders could wake up from Lorraine's stern words of instruction, faint laughter came from the room behind Lorraine.
Naturally, it was Catherine and Adele who were eavesdropping from behind.
Lorraine curled her lips and thought to herself: Just laugh, it’s shameful enough that I didn’t name it Liberty Prairie.
Lorraine ignored Leo and the legion commanders and looked at him with respect, and said: "Let me talk about the most important points of this lasting justice operation. First of all, it is strictly forbidden to kill orcs indiscriminately if necessary.
Actions must be based on preserving the life of the orcs."
The legion commanders were all stunned and looked at Lorraine in surprise, wondering if this man had made a mistake.
Lorraine continued: "I would like to remind you here that this southern expedition is mainly based on diplomacy and psychological offensive. The orc tribe must first be persuaded to surrender. At this time, you must cooperate with force deterrence.
If persuading surrender does not work, you will officially go to war next, but in the battle, on the premise of ensuring victory, you should try your best to capture the orcs instead of annihilating them."
Volka scratched his head and said anxiously: "Sir, you asked us to defeat the orcs. We are good at this, but we must try to capture them as much as possible. I'm afraid it will not be easy."
Lorraine said: "As long as we don't encounter the coalition of orcs, our troops will have the advantage. No matter whether it is a siege or an ambush, you can think of a way. Let me remind you here that our southern expedition is not just a harvest.
The orcs will come back when they cause trouble, but they want to turn the grasslands into the territory of the empire, and these lands still need to be developed. If you kill one more orc, there will be one less farmer in Nai'an in the future."
Lorraine finally said solemnly: "Most of the nobles in the empire are waiting for these laborers to open up wasteland."
Only then did the army commanders realize that they were trying to plunder the population. They should have made it clear earlier.
General Firdolis of the Tenth Eastern Legion smiled confidently: "Don't worry, sir, our Eastern Legion knows what to do."
Seeing the generals of the Eastern Army smiling and saying nothing, Lorraine suddenly realized that it seemed that his father-in-law had done a lot of things like this, but the provincial troops whom Lorraine had bought looked embarrassed.
Lorraine said: "In order to encourage the soldiers to work hard to capture prisoners, I am offering a reward here. Anyone who captures a half-orc prisoner will not only be counted as a military merit, but also have a bounty of five gold coins. Anyone who kills a half-orc will only be counted as a reward."
There is no bonus for military merit."
The legion commanders smiled bitterly in their hearts. Isn't this driving the soldiers crazy? Five gold coins are equivalent to two or three months of military pay for an ordinary soldier. It guarantees that after those soldiers go to the battlefield, what they see are not orcs, but
They are golden human-shaped wallets.
Leo poked Lorraine under the table and whispered: "Hey, hey, boss, you are crazy. How much money will we have to spend to get out?"
Lorraine said: "At that station in the river valley, we fought against 50,000 orcs, but in the end we only captured more than 10,000 people. Those gangsters killed nearly 40,000 people. 40,000 orcs, what a pity.
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Leo also smacked his lips. Those thousands of prisoners of war worked hard as long as they were fed. The Flying Eagle Group was very comfortable to use. After imagining how the industry could expand if he had 40,000 more prisoners of war, Leo
He said regretfully: "It's really a pity."
Lorraine said: "A living half-orc is a good half-orc to us. A dead half-orc is worthless. In order to prevent the tragedy from happening again, I will accept it even if it costs one million to turn a good labor force into a corpse."