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Chapter 1266 - 1266 222 Courtesy Calls for Reciprocity

1266: Chapter 222, Courtesy Calls for Reciprocity 1266: Chapter 222, Courtesy Calls for Reciprocity “The Kingdom on wheels, indeed lives up to its reputation!”

Prince Peter couldn’t help but express his feelings along the way.

As the country on the Continent of Aslante that has experienced the most wars, the Kingdom of Alpha, known for Exhausting Soldiers and Wars, has all its organizational structures serving the purpose of warfare.

Perpetual invasions by the Orcs have accumulated racial hatred, overshadowing the various contradictions within the country.

The scene before their eyes is a true reflection of the Kingdom of Alpha.

Soldier training requires nutritional support; even the Serf Soldiers need to be well-fed to be combat-ready.

This requires sacrifices from the Noble Consortium.

Exploiting the serfs without restraint makes a mockery of combat effectiveness.

To survive on the battlefield, one’s Private Army must be strong; and for the Private Army to be strong, the soldiers’ health must be well taken care of.

The pressure to survive has forced the Noble Consortium to change.

Although the essence of society has not changed, the exploitation of the serfs by the Nobles has indeed reduced.

The surplus value created by agricultural production, more than ninety percent is consumed by the military.

The luxurious life of indulgence associated with Nobles in the Kingdom of Alpha is becoming legendary.

The dawn of defeating the Orc Empire appeared, from the King to the ordinary Nobles, everyone is holding their breath.

Hundreds of years of accumulated hatred has penetrated into the bones of every Alpha person.

The goals of the ruling group are very clear, and all major factions are striving to annihilate the Orcs.

Such high cohesion has only been seen in history books; to the eyes of the Avarat Kingdom’s representative, it is endlessly shocking.

“Your Highness, the Kingdom of Alpha is in a unique situation.

If not for the militarization of the entire population, it might have been destroyed by the Orcs long ago.

However, the true rise to power has been in recent years, since Marshal Hudson took charge of the Kingdom’s Army.”

Marquis Suarez said with a hearty laugh.

As the Envoy to Alpha, he was the driving force behind this inspection.

Now, seeing the sight that shocked Prince Peter, Marquis Suarez also felt a sense of achievement.

If the Kingdom learns from this and regains its strength, his name will certainly not be forgotten in the history books.

“The Marquis is right, it’s just a pity that Marshal Hudson is still young, not inclined to write and theorize; otherwise, I would definitely read his works overnight!”

Prince Peter said with a smile.

In the Continent of Aslante, those who write and theorize are figures who influence an era.

In terms of social influence, Hudson is far from reaching that point, but military theory is special.

It is much more concerned with practicality.

Hudson may not have written any military theoretical works, but that does not mean others haven’t.

Every Major Noble in the Kingdom of Alpha has a copy of “Ha’s Art of War” on hand!

It’s just that these have been compiled based on information gathered and their own understanding.”

“Your Highness, Marshal Hudson is currently in the Capital.

After the welcome banquet, you will be able to interact with him in person.

You will surely gain a lot at that time!”

Marquis Suarez encouraged subtly.

As a diplomat, Marquis Suarez, widely traveled and knowledgeable, believes that the Alpha model is the most suitable for his own Kingdom.

Hudson was responsible for the reception work on the Alpha side this time at the strong request of Suarez, aiming to market the Alpha model to the inspection team’s representatives.

Without continuing on that topic, Prince Peter turned to ask a question that puzzled him: “Your Excellency the Marquis, since stepping into the Kingdom of Alpha, why have we seldom seen freemen along the way?”

This is a practical question.

In the Kingdom of Alpha, freemen make up less than three percent of the total population, while in the Avarat Kingdom this ratio is as high as twenty-six percent.

Moreover, this ratio is not the highest; in the Frank Kingdom and the Iberia Kingdom, freemen make up more than fifty percent.

In some countries on the South Continent, the ratio of freemen even exceeds seventy percent.

Generally, the higher the proportion of freemen in a country, the higher the economic vitality of the country, which means more money can be invested in the military, thereby enhancing military strength accordingly.

A theory common in the South Continent is directly reversed in the Kingdom of Alpha.

Prince Peter cannot comment on the economic development of the Kingdom of Alpha without in-depth research, but its military strength indeed runs counter to this theory.

“Your Highness, the situation in the Kingdom of Alpha is special.

Years of constant warfare have led to a high mortality rate among the Nobles, so many side branches that would have otherwise fallen to commoner status have the chance to become Nobles.

Here, almost all Noble Children have to experience the battlefield, including those distant relatives without titles, who must join the fight as well.

Years of warfare have led to the Kingdom of Alpha having few Nobles or freemen.”

Marquis Suarez explained with a slight hesitation.

The high number of Noble and freemen casualties in the Kingdom of Alpha merely illustrates its unique situation, but also subtly reveals the struggle for living space among the different social strata.

The large number of Nobles and their offspring, with not enough titles to inherit, has led to a surge in the number of freemen.

The surge in freemen, due to their closer relationship with the ruling group and their broader horizons due to their living environment, are naturally more competitive than the Serfs.