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Chapter 612 - 612 147 Unconventional Thinking_2

612: Chapter 147: Unconventional Thinking_2 612: Chapter 147: Unconventional Thinking_2 At this point in the battle, the Human Alliance could declare a complete victory to the world.

After all, there were no more benefits to seize, and the honor of the Human Race has been restored.

Calling the current battles cautious would be a polite way of saying that everyone was, less politely, slacking off.

If it weren’t for the vast number of Orc Cannon Fodder Troops still at their disposal, it’s likely that some would already be suggesting a retreat.

There was no choice, as too many promises had been made to coax the naïve Orcs into the alliance.

Apart from Hudson’s proposition of supporting various Orc Species in establishing their own independent nations, many other tactful maneuvers had been added during the actual operation.

As they are unable to keep their promises or break the treaty openly, the only option left is to send them to their deaths.

People outside our race must harbor different intentions!

Faced with everyone’s unscrupulous actions, Hudson chose to pretend not to see it, allowing them to do as they wished.

“Everyone has seen the significant contribution of the Alpha Kingdom, who can send so many resources to the front lines, which is truly the limit.

I think Earl Hudson’s suggestion is worth considering.

Either increase the size of our forces, or hire more mercenaries.

Most orc tribes now have entrenched themselves in mountains and forests, where it is often not suitable for large-scale military operations.

It’s more suitable for mercenaries to operate instead.

Not only in the aspect of logistics, where we can employ more mercenaries, but mercenaries could also be involved on the battlefield.”

Marquis Sunil said with a chuckle.

Although the war was initiated by an orc invasion, Charles III was pushing for a counterattack within the Alliance.

Being a politician that has been through numerous hurdles, Marquis Sunil understood very clearly that this was the first war initiated by their leader after his rise to power, and it had to be won decisively.

Considering the outcome, it’s already acceptable to put an end to it.

But if we consider the process, it’s still far from meeting the expectations of our leader.

Throughout the journey, it seemed like the Allied Forces were conquering everything in their path, but in reality, they hadn’t achieved a single substantial victory.

If everyone else can do it, it certainly doesn’t show how superior The First Kingdom of the Continent is.

But wanting a significant victory while the enemy is unwilling to cooperate, puts Marquis Sunil in quite a predicament.

If he can’t show off the military power of the Kingdom, then he might as well flaunt the commanding abilities of the Kingdom’s generals.

It was with great difficulty that he managed to snatch this opportunity from his competitors; he can’t let it go to waste.

“Marquis Sunil’s suggestion is very reasonable.

In jungle warfare, mercenaries are the true professionals.

Particularly, those mercenary groups who have been active in areas such as Magical Beast Mountain Range, Elf Forest…

are among the best.

During this war, the mercenaries have also made significant contributions.

I think the alliance could collect a sum of money to put a bounty on the heads of the Orc Royal Family.

For those mercenaries who make significant contributions, we should consider granting them titles in recognition of their service!”

Hudson immediately echoed.

No matter what the methods were, as long as they could severely damage the Orc Empire, he would support it.

Marquis Sunil suggested to involve mercenaries in the war, and Hudson naturally wanted to confirm the proposal.

After all, the Alpha Kingdom had no money now, and the cost should be borne by the Human Alliance.

As for granting titles, it is even easier.

The land beneath their feet can be a perfect fiefdom, enough to settle numerous emerging nobility.

“Earl Hudson, you make it sound so easy!

The increased military expenditure from employing large mercenary groups is not a small amount.

Besides, mercenaries are of mixed quality.

They’re fine as additional support, but relying on them as the main combat force is simply a joke.

The money of the Alliance isn’t obtained effortlessly; we cannot waste it recklessly!”

No sooner had Captain Blake finished his sentence, than he felt a murderous aura emanating from behind him.

Having deployed his counterattack to Hudson, he foolishly forgot that there were representatives from the Mercenary Guild present.

Unfortunately, once the words were spoken, it was too late to retract them.

As a representative of the Clergy, even if he had misspoke, he couldn’t apologize in such a setting.

A mere mercenary guild, with its comprehensive strength, can only rank in the middle among the many powerful forces of the human race, it was not worth him lowering his head for.

“The proposals of Marquis Sunil and Earl Hudson are excellent.

In the coming war, we can fully utilize the role of mercenaries to a greater extent.

There’s no need to worry about the financial issues.

I believe the mercenary groups across the continent wouldn’t stoop so low as to take advantage of our current situation for their own gain.

As long as everyone agrees, our Mercenary Kingdom can announce this externally free of charge, without taking any commission.”

Adolf said solemnly.

It concerns the reputation of the entire mercenary world, so he, as its representative, had to step up.

Unfortunately, the power of the clergy was too formidable, and he dared not offend them too deeply, causing his counterattack to be severely inadequate.

“Captain Blake, you’re being too pedantic.

Indeed, there are some bad eggs among the mercenaries, but after all, they are just a small part, most mercenary groups are still commendable.

Take regiment commander Adolf, for instance, he immediately brought his team to support us during our crisis, which proves their sincerity.

I think we should discuss and come up with a specific implementation plan as soon as possible, for the approval of the human council.”

Hudson retorted without hesitation.

He had long fallen out with the clergy, so whenever there was a chance to tarnish their reputation, Hudson would not hesitate.

With this confrontation, the enmity between the clergy and the mercenary guild was completely established.

Perhaps they won’t turn against each other in public, but the grudges in secret are inevitable.

Perhaps at some point, it could get the clergy in serious trouble.

…

“Respected Sir Maxim, this is the reward we have prepared, do you have any idea when we can get in touch with the Sea Race?”

The elderly Hawkman asked expectantly.

Asking the Sea Race for help, nobody knew whether it would work, but they had to at least try.

While retreating, the Allied Human Army still pursued relentlessly.

From their posture, they had no intention of letting up.

The information from the clergy suggested that as long as the human race had a large victory to satisfy the various forces’ desire to display their military power, the Allied Forces would withdraw.

But the Five Great Emperors didn’t trust such unreliable intelligence.

The human race had always been cunning.

What if they agreed to cooperate with them in battle, and then double-crossed them afterwards?

Similar incidents have happened in history.

It’s better to be in control of your own destiny rather than put it in the hands of others.

“Don’t worry, Little Hawk.

There is nothing to be worried about when I’m handling the matters.

Isn’t it just getting in touch with the Sea Race?

That’s not a big deal!.

You just wait here, after I pack up the treasures, I will bring you all to meet the people from the Sea Race.”

While speaking, he swung his dragon tail and swept all the treasures in the cave into his mouth.

Lives can be sacrificed, blood can be shed, but treasures must not be lost.

Each gold coin in the dragon’s hand was their life.

They could only feel at ease when it was swallowed into the storage space in their belly.

“Let’s go!”

Just out of the cave, Maxim immediately grabbed the elderly Hawkman as he found his flying speed too slow, and took off at a high speed.

Free rides aren’t always pleasant.

The lightning-speed made the elderly Hawkman faint in mid-air.

Clearly, even the flying species couldn’t withstand this super speed.

Once they flew over the sea, Maxim suddenly stopped looking at the surging waves: “Damn!

I guess I went too far in robbing them last time, so these fishmen have moved away without waiting for the great Maxim!”

Hearing Maxim’s words, the elder Hawkman, who had just regained consciousness, fainted again.

He was dismayed at first, and now he was completely overwhelmed by rage.

He had actually believed the lie of a red dragon.

He had heard Maxim brag about having a good relationship with the Sea Race and could intermediate, but it turned out the said relationship was nothing more than a prior act of robbery.