Nine hundred and fortieth chapters play with people's hearts
"Is this entirely possible with hobgoblin technology?"
Watching the mechanical bear swell up like an inflatable ball, several drow elves were dumbfounded because they did not feel any elemental fluctuations from the tyrant.
"Yes, its material is an expanded metal with memory properties. After activation, the molecular structure will change. As its size increases, its attack power increases, but its defense power does not weaken much, even in the case of the hobgoblin.
In this era, it also belongs to high-end technology.”
Abagong and Yourongyan introduced.
The fifteen-meter-tall mechanical bear bully is like a steel giant, full of visual oppression. They also incorporate some golem technology, so they have simple intelligence.
"Inject a few drops of blood into the groove in the heart, and after touching and binding your fingerprint, you can become its owner. It's very simple!"
Abagon shrunk the bear bully and returned it to Downton.
"Wutao will be very happy to know that there is still such a way to use it!"
Downton was very satisfied. The value of this mechanical bear bully to him was even more than that of the Supreme Lord of the Rings. Even if he didn't use it, he could make a lot of money just by selling it as arms. Those high-ranking officials and dignitaries would definitely
I am very happy to carry such a very concealable bodyguard.
"gone!"
After packing up the trophies, the satisfied Downton was about to go back to sleep. They didn't know that the owner of this bear bully was the chief designer of Venture Goblin Investment Company, otherwise it would not have been preserved so intact.
The next day, after careful consideration, Downton issued a third-level recruitment order, requiring all young adults over the age of eighteen and under thirty-five to enlist in the army and go to the front line.
This time, his order was carried out unconditionally. With the blessings of their parents, wives and children, the men rushed to the front line with simple luggage.
In the past three hundred years, Delankfurt has never made a feat of expanding its territory. As soon as Downton took office, he defeated Samosai's army of more than 200,000 in one battle. Not only did he drive back these invaders, but he also occupied Dovi.
city, and at the same time captured the Principality of Sogn.
The glorious victory also won Downton a huge reputation, so men were recruited to go to the battlefield. Although there were some complaints, they were all from the voices of cowards. Most of the soldiers were eager to make a big war fortune.
Especially when they heard that the soldiers on the front line had grabbed a lot of gold coins, they wanted to spread their wings and fly to the battlefield.
The mobilization continued, including the logistical deployment of materials and personnel, which was a complicated and heavy task. However, under the leadership of Abagong and a group of goblins, everything was proceeding in an orderly manner, without even a single error occurring.
The value of the goblins began to be revealed as the war progressed.
Downton had dark circles under his eyes and was dealing with a lot of official duties. Near noon, a servant came to inform him that it was almost time for the execution of Grand Duke Sogn and his family.
The citizens of Sogn did not dare to disobey Downton's order, so they all took to the streets and surrounded the town square. Noisy whispers filled the air, making the atmosphere even more depressing.
When Downton appeared on the steps of the town hall, the two groups of abominations standing guard immediately put their feet together and saluted with a snap.
With the sound of military boots hitting the ground, nearby citizens looked over and quickly shut their mouths when they noticed Downton.
In a moment, all the whispers disappeared. People looked at Downton with surprise. They had no choice, he was too young, but he was now the leader of a country!
The crowd automatically moved aside to make way for a passage.
Downton waved his hand, released the bone dragon, then jumped on his back, rode it, and drove towards the newly built execution platform a hundred meters away.
All the male members of the Sogn family were covered with black hoods, their hands tied behind their backs, and they were kneeling on the execution platform. Above their heads was a linen noose used for hanging, which was still swaying gently in the autumn wind.
The appearance of the bone dragon caused a commotion among the crowd. They had never seen such a terrifying monster before, let alone an 'evil' undead.
"Take off the hood!"
When the executioners heard the Duke speak, they quickly stepped forward and tore off the hoods of Grand Duke Sogn and his entourage. These usually aloof dignitaries had lost their elegance and nobility. Their clothes were now in tatters and were no different from homeless people on the street.
Woohoo!
Their mouths were pouted, so even though they looked angry, they couldn't curse Downton.
"The Principality of Sogn sent 30,000 troops and provided billions of military expenditures to assist Samose in invading Drankfurt. It was officially listed as an enemy country and the city was destroyed. The punishment is as follows. Any tax items in the Principality will be increased five times from the original basis!"
A goblin courtier stood on the execution platform, unfolding a decree in his hand and reading it loudly.
Buzz!
When they heard about the tax increase, there was an uproar.
"Five times the tax? I can't let anyone live anymore!"
"Male, I know none of these nobles are good people!"
"It's all Grand Duke Sogn's fault. Why did you provoke Delankfurt when you have nothing to do?"
The citizens were cursing and resentful. When they thought about having to pay a lot more taxes, their lives would inevitably decline. They were full of anger towards Downton and the Grand Duke, but they couldn't afford to offend the former, so they poured their grievances on the latter.
"Beat him to death, it's all his fault!"
Someone took the lead, and more and more citizens picked up debris and threw it at the Grand Duke.
The guards rushed forward and covered the prisoners with their shields.
The crowd began to crowd and the noise became louder and louder. The goblin courtiers shouted for silence, but to no avail.
Downton looked at these citizens and knocked his right heel a few times. The bone dragon understood, exhaled and raised its voice, and then a huge dragon roar swept across the sky.
Roar!
The citizens covered their ears with painful expressions and suddenly became much quieter.
"From now on, the Principality of Sogn will become the territory of Frankfurt and will be under the control of the Duke of Downton!"
The words of the goblin courtier caused complete silence in the municipal square. The citizens looked at each other, a little unable to accept it. What is this? The country is subjugated?
"From now on, there is no Sogn Principality, only Sogn Realm, and there are no Sogn people, only Delankfur people!"
As the goblins announced, the soldiers watching the ceremony let out a loud shout. This was the cry of the victors and their glory.
In stark contrast, the Songen people feel lonely.
"The Duke of Downton is kind-hearted and cannot bear to see his people suffer, so those who take the initiative to change their nationality to the Ministry of Civil Affairs will be exempted from double the tax. At present, the motherland has crossed the border, occupied Duowei City, and is marching towards the capital of Samosa.
The Duke needs an army. If someone volunteers to join the army and become a volunteer, all taxes will be exempted and other legionnaires will be given the same treatment!"
Through the magic loudspeaker, the goblin narrated one by one. The execution was just a deterrent. Downton's main purpose was to issue these decrees and recruit soldiers.
No one likes fighting, because it means death, but it is different to win the war all the time. Everyone wants to make a fortune from war by burning, killing, looting, and everyone feels that they will not be the unlucky guy who dies in battle.
There is a balance in everyone's mind. If Downton recruits soldiers by force, these people will definitely be resistant and will be too demoralized to fight. It's different now. They can be exempted from five times the tax and enjoy the same benefits, plus
Inspired by victory, many men have already moved on.
"You killed our men, and you let us live!"
A woman hugged her daughter. Suddenly she raised her head and yelled at Downton. She was completely desperate. If the man died, what would happen to her future life?
"Sorry, on the battlefield. I can't be merciful, otherwise my subordinates will die. They also have parents and wives. I must bring victory back, otherwise I will have no face to see them!"
Downton looked sad.
Woohoo!
Listening to Downton's answer, the woman was speechless. After all, the initiator of this war was Samosai, and they were all invaders.
"Your Majesty the Duke has decreed that those who do not have young workers at home can be exempted from five times the tax!"
The goblin continued to read the decree.
Many people breathed a sigh of relief when they heard this, thinking that Downton was a good person and could at least raise his children.
"This is psychological warfare. For them, the taxes paid have not changed at all, but for your senses, it changes from resistance to gratitude!"
Homer teaches.
Downton nodded, he had to do this. If the Songen people were given the same national treatment for no reason, what would the people of the country think? If they fight life and death, are they not as good as surrendering enemies?
The victor should have the trophies and sense of superiority of the victor, otherwise why would the soldiers fight? Why would the citizens pay taxes?
Downton believes that in the next few years, the people of Dunkford will definitely be superior to these Songen people.
"This is what it should be. Only victory and welfare, only spiritual and material gains, will the people firmly support you, become your die-hard loyalists, and fight for you!"
Homer also takes it for granted, equality? That thing is only relative!
Grand Duke Songen watched the citizens accept this fact, no longer filled with righteous indignation, and his face was ashen. What could be more painful than seeing the country destroyed and the family destroyed, and the people turning against each other?
"Time's up, execution!"
The goblin courtiers read the decree and immediately announced the execution.
Grand Duke Songen is a tough guy, but his family members are not. After all, in this world, there are always a few warriors who are willing to accept death.
When the soldiers put the rope around their necks, these guys cried, fussed, and struggled violently. A few cowards even urinated in fear.
Looking at these ugly guys, the citizens couldn't believe that they were the elegant nobles in ordinary times. Why should they be so superior to people like this? Why should they look down on themselves?
"Hang them!"
"Hang them!"
At first there were just a few voices, but gradually, the cries of hanging gathered together and swept through the square like a storm.
At this moment, only by hanging them can the anger and dissatisfaction accumulated in the hearts of the citizens be vented.
Downton was also startled by the sudden roar. Looking at the raised arms and twisted faces, he suddenly felt that one day he might also be sent to the execution platform. (Unfinished)