“But would it be easy to draft civilians? If it’s not done properly, wouldn’t it just cause discontent?”

“Isn’t this the Republic? It couldn’t have been that difficult.”

“Ah… you’re right.”

The prevalent culture in the Republic was to give their life for Republicanism. In such a cultural atmosphere, if you refused instead of doing the same thing, then you’d be treated as less than a horse. It wouldn’t have been difficult to increase their manpower if the people were encouraged just a little bit. 

“Then, it won’t be as easy as it’s been up until now.”

Marquis Bologna let out a sigh of regret.

“It can't be helped. Even so, we’ll be able to capture it in ten days.”

“Ten days? Is there a reason you’re rushing, Marquis Forrest?”

“In a war, we never know when or what could happen. So, when there’s a clear opportunity, I want to achieve as much as possible.”

Milton turned to look at Viscount Sabian.

‘Is everything still good?’

‘It’s all good, sir.’

The lord and vassal exchanged opinions quickly and briefly. Milton had previously instructed Viscount Sabian to keep track of the Northern Front since Siegfried could intervene at any moment. Seeing how there was no information, Viscount Sabian figured that meant there weren’t any reinforcements...