The Glory of the Seven Gods of Ice and Fire

Chapter 74 Future War Situation

For the people living in the Andals, since this land finally came under the rule of the Andals again, life has gotten better. Even the legendary city of Hugo has appeared again, making people believe even more that the Andals are now The Darren regime is blessed by the Seven Gods.

Although the newly powerful adventurers and river valley lords are not gentle towards the people, in any case, life is still much better than when the slave owners ruled this land. The former slaves have now gained free status and land. This was something they had never dared to think about before.

Decent people can walk fearlessly on the road without fear of being captured by slave traders. The conflicts and contradictions instigated by slave owners in various places have also been settled under the judgment of the City of Hugo - regardless of the parties being judged. No matter what they think, they can't go against Hu Ge's will.

Although in some places, slavery is like a stubborn disease that cannot be eradicated, the number of people who continue to be enslaved cannot be counted as many after all. They never complain or complain about Hugo in the city of Hugo. Their grievances are all against those who exploit them. People who oppress.

And just when these people were suppressed by the knight's majesty and could only complain about their bad luck and pin their hopes on Hugo or the Saint to notice what was happening here, the news came from the city of Hugo. Like a fire, it instantly ignited the entire Andas.

Hugo clearly felt this emotion when he led the team through Andas.

As the team of God's Favored Ones and the rulers of Andas, it was naturally impossible to tremble. A large number of knights who believed in the Seven Gods followed Hugo. They did not use their own coats of arms. What was fluttering on their shields and coats were all representatives of The seven-pointed star of the seven stars.

Coupled with the seven-pointed star flag flying above everyone's heads, if an ignorant country man saw this scene, he might think it was the heavenly army of the Seven Gods.

When Hugo travels, he will put on the armor customized by his father. When such a team of knights passes by, the farmers and pedestrians on both sides of the road kneel down humbly, while the children always He raised his head involuntarily, with strong expectation and yearning in his eyes.

Hu Ge was in a very good mood along the way. All the manors and towns along the way entertained him with delicious food and drinks. He ate and enjoyed all the way, and almost tasted Anle Land and Biandi Land. of gourmet food. Especially Anle Land, which is already a wealthy place, and all kinds of food are endless.

As for the people he wanted to deal with, most of them knelt on the ground obediently when Hu Ge led the army. A few of the rebellious ones were quickly taken down, and they did not create any problems for Hu Ge. What's wrong.

The only thing worth mentioning is the trip to Ge Dohe, where Hugo met his fiancée Statina. She has been renovating the defense line in this ruined city of the Rhoynar in order to deal with possible attacks from Pentos. The army is coming.

There is a reason why Hugo has always kept her in this place far away from the center. Hugo’s dominance of the Andas comes largely from his marriage to Statina, which also means that Statina’s authority is no less to oneself. Although Statina did not express any dissatisfaction with this, Hugo was still worried.

But fortunately, after the meeting, Statina did not show any dissatisfaction, and Sir Marlon Mandler also told Hugo that Miss Statina declined all the Andas lords who came to visit. It seemed that Statina Tina doesn't have a strong desire for power, which is definitely a good thing.

"Little Gleicher, are you still wondering why I gave them a week?" Hugo, who was surrounded by people, said to the attendants beside him while riding his horse, with a strong sense of joking in his tone.

"Lord Hu Ge, I don't understand. They should be punished for what they did, but you gave them time. In this way, how many people have to escape the punishment they deserve."

Little Gleicher said angrily, young people especially did not understand what Hugo did, such as restoring slavery, but Lord Hugo did not immediately strike hard and gave these guys time.

"They are all loyal warriors of the Seven Gods. We cannot shout and kill at every turn, and place knives on the heads of our comrades. The head is not a leek. It can grow again after being cut off. Every warrior who is willing to fight for the Seven Gods is Those who are precious should be saved, and besides, don’t I want them to pay the price for what they have done?”

When Hu Ge was speaking, he raised his left hand over his shoulder and pointed behind him with his thumb. What he pointed at was a series of large carts filled with gold, silver and jewelry.

Some things can be passed with a raised hand, but some things cannot be done. Hu Ge will not kill people easily because of this. People are precious, especially for Hu Ge, a nascent regime. And to put it in a harsh way, everyone is so desperate. In order to become a master and obtain land, if you don't give the military nobles special privileges, how can the military nobles sacrifice their lives for you? Even if it is punishment, it must be controlled.

Hu Ge controlled the fines he charged. His fines varied according to the targets, ensuring that they would not be fatal but would also make these guys feel enough physical pain.

Hugo was able to grasp this speed mainly because of Gleicher. The former slave owners had a clear understanding of the restoration of slavery and clearly recorded it. He also cooperated with many of them - as the former Anda The uncrowned king of Si, the largest slave owner in Andas, this kind of thing must definitely go through his hands.

When Hu Ge got the information from the former slave owner, he also understood that he was probably involved in these things, otherwise it would not be so clear, but he was very knowledgeable.

It seems that Gleicher is observing and waiting. If Hugo turns a blind eye to slavery, or even accepts slavery, then his efforts will be rewarded. As for not accepting it, just say Impossible, that's fine, presenting the information is a great achievement.

After learning about Gleicher's thoughts, Hugo even lamented the ability of the former slave owner. He was like a fish with slippery hands and it was difficult to hold him steady.

Logically speaking, after Gleicher did this, Hugo should be more wary of him. All his cooperating allies said they would betray him, so what else could he not dare to do? However, Gleicher sent his only son to Hugo. The trust brought by this layer of assurance was stronger than anything else.

"Little Gleicher, you have to understand that our world has never been black and white, but a shade of grey. If you are going to punish those people now, have you ever thought about how you will fight against the heretics in the future? On the battlefield, they could have acted as staunch warriors, maybe even turning the tide of the battle at a critical moment?”

Hu Ge's words silenced the young man. He really had never thought about it in this way. Hu Ge looked at him and couldn't help but raise the corners of his mouth, "Wait until we set up camp and then think about it carefully. Now tell me first, where we are going to go." Where is a place?”

"We are about to leave the Land of Peace and arrive at the Source River. From here we will enter the Gray Valley Chong. After the trip to the Gray Valley Chong, we will briefly meet Lord Purcell at the border of the Triangle Land and then Come back to the city of Hugo." As Hugo's attendant, it is the responsibility of little Gleicher to keep the itinerary in mind. "Only at the border? How do you plan? The triangle area must also be within the patrol range."

As the ruler of Andas who has many things to do, Hu Ge would let his subordinates arrange trivial matters such as itinerary planning, and finally show it to Hu Ge to see the results. At that time, Hu Ge saw that there was a triangle in the itinerary and didn't care. Unexpectedly, it happened. Just passing by at the border.

Hugo was a little angry. The problem they had made was quite big, but little Gleicher was very puzzled. "Lord Hugo, there is no need to patrol the Triangle. The only thing coming from that direction is Braavos." , we have so many prisoners of Braavos in our hands now, how could the Secret City invade?"

"Lin Haichong was still thinking that there was no way to climb over from the other side of the mountain. The rangers hadn't caught a few Norvos scouts coming over the mountains. Since the Norvos people could borrow the road from Loras, Then why can't we borrow the passage from Braavos?"

Hugo didn't like little Gleicher's taken-for-granted attitude very much. Nothing was taken for granted, just like in people's eyes, it was impossible for the expeditionary force to cross the Narrow Sea under the Braavos fleet. But the fact is that they successfully crossed the Narrow Sea and established a political power on this side of the sea.

The same thing applies to the scouts. Originally, people thought that there was no new pass that could be crossed in the Andas Mountains, but these Norvos mountain people found a way that had been forgotten for who knows how many years. , and severely damaged roads.

If he hadn't been caught by the ranger in time, this would have become a threat. Although that road is also very difficult to walk, basically only people who have been climbing between mountains and hills since childhood can walk it, but it is also a threat. Hu Ge is there They sent people to control the small road, and in addition to destroying it, they also strengthened the number of guards in Hugo City.

"Yes, Lord Hugo, I will immediately add the itinerary to the Triangle." Little Gleicher quickly lowered his head and said, not because he realized the mistake. In his heart, he thought it was impossible for the Novos people to cross the group. Mountain, but his father once taught him that when the leader says you made a mistake, you'd better bow your head and listen honestly.

Looking at little Gretchel's expression of being submissive but unable to hide his dissatisfaction, Hu Ge could only say that this young man still needs to see more and learn more, but his character does not seem like he will be able to reach his level in the future. It looks like a father's level - but it is precisely because of this that Hu Ge feels at ease when using it.

As for the Triangle, Hugo actually didn't really think that the Norvos army would come from that direction. The Norvos people had already spent a lot of time gathering their troops. If they had to cross the territory of Braavos, they would have to come from the border. Entering the Andas from the foothills of the mountains, the time spent there can be said to be immeasurable.

As for why I still want to go to the Triangle, it is because of politics. The Triangle is also an integral part of the defense line facing the Free Trade City. How could I go to Ashvale and not go to the Triangle? If he only stays on the border for a moment or two, it will definitely spread the news that he does not pay attention to the triangle defense line.

Moreover, Purcell's position as the great lord essentially came from the election of the village communities and lords of the Triangle, and he gained power by relying on powerful local people.

If he didn't go to the Triangle, the careerist would undoubtedly interpret some information and even launch a challenge to Purcell, which Hu Ge didn't want to see.

Ser is a necessary pillar in the current Andas government. He represents the will of the local lords. It is difficult for Hugo to find a person with enough power and selflessness like him.

The one in Ashvale Chong has a close relationship with Loras, and the one in Swan Hill is full of ambitions. Hugo would not dare to let them enter the center, which would definitely arouse the dissatisfaction of many Andals.

Although Hu Ge didn't really think that the Norvos people would come from this direction, he didn't dare to ignore this direction, so he didn't plan to mobilize the troops in the triangle area. As a saying goes, don't be afraid of ten thousand, just be afraid of the worst.

Seeing little Gleicher riding away from him and asking the team manager to change the itinerary, Hu Ge thought of strategic matters. During his free time on the road, he would conduct strategic deductions in his mind.

To be honest, in the next round of the game, the advantage held by the expeditionary force and Hu Ge was really not enough. The current victory was the result of extreme operations.

Recently, another news came from the east, that is, Qohor, one of the nine free trade city-states, has also joined the Novos army. It is said that Qohor has brought out a large number of troops, and they The troops equipped with Valyrian equipment were also among them.

In addition to Pantos who still has strength, Braavos who still has the main force, and Lorath who has been watching the battle, these three families also have a lot of troops, and the enemy's advantage is actually still overwhelming.

However, this does not mean that it is impossible for Hugo to win. The situation was even worse when he first landed. Didn't he still successfully come out and have his own country, letting the seven-pointed star fly over the country of the Andals.

Moreover, the most important thing is that he also has reinforcements. According to the news he received, the size of the second expeditionary force is no less than that of the first expeditionary force. More importantly, the number of professional soldiers in it is far greater than that of the first expeditionary force.

The power in his hands is much greater than that in the first expedition. The entire Andas is standing behind him, and he has a good location to deal with the Norvos army.

When that army arrives, he can be liberated. After Hu Ge conceived part of the development of the battle situation, he thought that there would be a lot of things that could be done by then.

However, if you want to get to that time, the premise is to last until that time - Hu Ge is confident about this.

(End of this chapter)