The Regressed Mercenary’s Machinations Chapter 690

Episode 690 I’ll take care of everything. (2)

Andrew stammered to the messenger.

“T-Does that make sense? It’s just that we couldn’t negotiate a price with the mercenary group!”

“Oh my! Triple the hiring fee is an attempt to humiliate the Count! How can you tolerate such behavior!”

“Then you should resolve this with the mercenaries. Why are you attacking me?”

Andrew had a really aggrieved expression. It was already a harsh world. That’s why he lived quietly so as not to be caught by anyone.

Nodehill is a small territory with no resources. There are no lords who are particularly greedy for this place, so as long as you don’t get disliked by anyone, you can be safe.

But it was driving me crazy to be declared war for such an absurd reason.

To Andrew’s question, the messenger answered with an expression as if to ask why he didn’t know that either.

“I understand that your lordship has a close relationship with the Yulien Mercenary Corps. Every master must take responsibility for the mistakes of those under him.”

“I am not the owner.”

“Aren’t you the employer?”

“The employment is already over. We’re just being friends.”

“Then think of it as the price you pay for being so friendly.”

It was an arrogant remark that a mere messenger could not make. However, Andrew and his vassals only suppressed their anger inside and did not dare to ask.

In an age where might was justice, being weak was a sin.

Andrew said as if he was pleading.

“Even so, how can you start a war with such an excuse? The other nobles won’t stay still.”

“Who dares not remain silent!”

“… … .”

Andrew closed his mouth at the messenger’s threats. It was a messy and far-fetched excuse, but there was nothing wrong with what the messenger said.

At least in this area, there was no noble who would dare to challenge Earl Crest. Even if nobles from other areas did denounce him, it would already be over.

Then it would be of no use. Count Crest would only get a little scolded.

‘By then, our territory will have already been destroyed, and I will be dead.’

Andrew’s face instantly turned pale at the blatant threat.

The few vassals of Nodhill also had dark complexions. They were angry and resentful at the arrogant behavior of the messenger, but their fear and worry were even greater.

The grim reaper, who had completely taken control of the atmosphere, continued speaking with a strange smile.

“It’s not like there’s no way at all.”

“What, what is it? I will do anything to stop the war. Please tell me.”

Andrew asked the messenger politely. It was too much for a lord to show courtesy to a mere messenger.

But the power is there. Originally, a dog raised by a powerful nobleman was considered superior to one who was powerless.

The messenger spoke with an arrogant expression.

“This incident happened in the first place because of the arrogant behavior of the Yulien Mercenaries.”

“… … So?”

“So, the Yulien Mercenary Corps will follow the Count’s will… … .”

“Follow or not?”

“If your lord agrees with us and punishes the Yulien mercenary group, that’s all that’s needed. Of course, you’ll also participate in the war that follows.”

“what…….”

Andrew looked dumbfounded. He had never been more absurd than this.

To tell a band of innocent mercenaries to strike means to betray their honor.

There, if the Yulien Mercenaries do not follow the Count’s will, they are to hand over the troops from Nordhill instead.

No matter what, he is a lord with independent authority. How can he use him as a mercenary?

There was no humiliation like this. Even if the messenger of death was beaten to death right away, the opponent would have nothing to say.

But what can I do? Being powerless is a sin.

Andrew suppressed his anger with superhuman patience and said:

“The Yulien Mercenaries are innocent. Even if they refuse, how can we punish the innocent?”

“Then we can pay the price together.”

“I am not guilty either.”

“That is a matter for us to decide.”

The messenger spoke in a relaxed manner. After all, there were only two things Baron Nodhill could do.

‘Either somehow persuade the Yulien Mercenary Corps, or if that fails, they send their troops to this side.’

That is the law and truth of the world. The messenger truly believed so.

Andrew, who had been staring at the messenger for a long time, said.

“Stay here for a while. I will speak with my Yulien mercenary group.”

“I will do that. But I don’t think I can wait that long.”

“Okay, I’ll decide as quickly as possible, so go and wait.”

Andrew, who had bitten the messenger, went straight to find the Yulien mercenary group.

Then he cried and explained the situation.

“What should we do? He tells me to attack that side. Or else, the Yulien Mercenary Company should join the war with Count Crest.”

The executives of the mercenary group, including Jisel, were not particularly surprised. This was because Jisel had already predicted this.

After hearing Andrew’s complaints, Giselle asked.

“What would you like to do, my lord?”

“I don’t know. I don’t want to fight the Count, but I can’t force you to join the war, can I? I heard you already declined the request.”

“You can just hit us with the Earl of Crest. Whatever you want.”

Andrew said in surprise when Giselle said playfully.

“That can’t be! How could I be so ungrateful to my benefactor? I’m not that kind of person!”

Tyron laughed at Andrew’s words. He had met many nobles in his mercenary career, and he knew how they behaved.

Baron Nordhill is also a nobleman. Even if he says that to their face, he must be thinking about how to catch them behind their backs.

He spoke his honest feelings.

“Baron Nordhill will also be in trouble, so why don’t we just run away to another area? Then, Baron Nordhill can just pretend to chase us.”

Jiselle shook her head.

“No. That’s really just a stopgap measure to get through the immediate crisis. If we do that, the lord will have to fight Count Swipel instead of us.”

If the Yulien Mercenary Corps disappears, they will have to provide replacement troops. Andrew will not be happy about that either.

But other than that, there was no way for the Nordhill Estate to avoid war, since the Yulien Mercenaries had decided not to side with Count Crest.

Andrew sighed as he realized the reality.

“There’s nothing we can do. For now, please leave the place. Instead of going to war, we’ll negotiate to provide other supplies.”

In fact, the best solution for Andrew would be for the Yulien Mercenaries to simply accept Count Crest’s request.

But he couldn’t make such a demand to the Yulien mercenary group that had saved the territory from crisis.

However, he could not participate in the war in place of the Yulien Mercenaries. Count Crest would certainly place his own army at the forefront.

“I can’t let my soldiers die like dogs. I’m going to ask Baron Lax for a favor and borrow a large sum of money to offer it to him.”

“Hmm… … .”

Jiselle nodded. Certainly, Count Crest could let it slide ‘just this once’.

These days, there is so much gold coming from the Lacus Territory.

But Andrew’s method is not a fundamental solution either.

“If you do that, you can get through this time. But not next time.”

“Next… …?”

“Yes. Do you think Earl of Crest would really just be quiet and do nothing but hit Earl of Swipel?”

“… … .”

“Since Count Swipel is holding out, we will prioritize him. Once we finish clearing out that area, we will move to take over the gold mine Lacus Territory. At that time, will we leave this place, which is an ally of Lacus Territory, alone?”

“… … .”

Come to think of it, that’s right. Nodhill and Lax are allies. It was obvious they’d use that as an excuse to eat this place up too.

They are all attached to each other anyway. They are easy to manage, so there was no reason not to eat them.

Andrew made a desperate expression. Even if they overcome the crisis now, doesn’t that mean that the future of destruction is already set?

“Then, then… … what should I do… … .”

Jiselle said with shining eyes.

“Your Majesty, would you like to consider a promotion in rank?”

“Huh? A title?”

“How about becoming a count for once?”

“count…….”

Andrew was as simple as he was cheerful. He imagined himself as a count for a moment and said with a grin.

“Ah, the count is nice. I wanted to be a count too.”

“Then let’s do it this time.”

“How?”

“What should I do? I just have to fight and win against Earl Crest. I’ll take all of the Earldom.”

“… … .”

The Yulien Mercenaries had already decided to fight if Count Crest provoked them.

That’s why no one was surprised by what Jiselle said and just watched the situation.

Jiselle was sincere. From what she had seen so far, nobles like Andrew and Leo were rare in this world. That was why she had decided to raise the two of them as the real powers of this kingdom.

Of course, the most important thing is Andrew’s will. Now is the time for him to decide to take power for himself.

Andrew looked at Giselle with trembling eyes. No matter how he looked at it, it didn’t seem like a joke.

“Can you… win?”

“Of course.”

“I know that the Yulien Mercenary Corps is strong. But the size of their forces is too different… … .”

“You can just tell Baron Lax to send reinforcements. He has a lot of money, so it’ll be a big help. Baron Lax doesn’t have a choice anyway.”

Rio is a timid person who worries a lot. Even though his territory is becoming richer through the development of gold mines, he is unable to sleep properly because he is worried about when he will be invaded.

No matter how many gold mines there are, since the territory is small, there are limits to increasing the production of other materials and increasing power.

He hired mercenaries and continued to increase his army, but the pace was inevitably slow.

So when he hears that Earl Crest is coming to invade Nordhill Estate, he will do whatever it takes to help. He also knows that he will be next.

But whether or not we can defeat Earl Crest by joining forces with the Lacus Territory is a different story.

Andrew is a man who knows how to do math. He pointed out the problem.

“But it’s still not enough. Even if the two territories scrape together their forces and the Yulian mercenary group joins, there are only about 3,000 men left.”

“Your Majesty.”

“yes?”

“I’ll tell you again, you can win. I’ll take care of everything.”

“… … .”

“If you trust me.”

Andrew stared at Giselle.

There was absolutely no wavering in Giselle’s eyes. They were eyes filled with perfect confidence.

I wanted to walk in those eyes. My own destiny.

Even if I lose my life, it is better than living as another noble’s dog. Andrew also knew very well the notoriety of the Earl of Crest.

The territory he occupies becomes hell. Bandits run wild and all the people suffer.

‘The chances of winning are slim, but… … if we don’t fight, there’s no way to win.’

After thinking about it for a moment, Andrew decided to walk up to Giselle.

For yourself, and for everyone who lives in this realm.

Andrew said with a smirk.

“Let’s just give it a try.”

“You’ve thought about it well. Shouldn’t a wicked person be punished?”

“If we’re going to fight, let’s start it off hotly.”

Andrew stood up with a smile. He too was seething with anger at the grim reaper’s behavior.

He is as simple as he is cheerful, and as simple as he is cheerful.

He immediately summoned the messenger and said:

“The Lord has decided.”

“Wow, you’re faster than I thought. How did you decide?”

The grim reaper smiled. Whether he had convinced the Yulien mercenary group or made them join him, the important thing was that they had bowed their heads to him in the end.

But Andrew gave an unexpected answer.

“First, break one of that bastard’s arms.”

“yes?”

The messenger made a bewildered expression. The knights around him also widened their eyes at the incomprehensible words.

Andrew said again.

“I can’t forgive that guy for threatening a nobleman so presumptuously. I’ll have to break one of his arms and send him away.”

Only then did the knights realize the lord’s intentions. The thought of going to war was scary, but at least for now, they felt relieved.

As the commander approached, the messenger was startled. The two knights who had been escorting him were waiting outside.

Because I never expected this kind of situation would happen in the first place.

“Hey, stop! What are you doing! Do you really want to start a war?”

“We were going to fight anyway. Did you think I’d be scared?”

It’s true that I was scared, but once I decided to fight, all the fear disappeared.

The commander grabbed the messenger’s arm. It was no easy task for a knight to break a man’s arm.

Wood crack!

“Kkaaaak!”

The reaper with a broken arm screamed. He couldn’t understand why this crazy lord was suddenly acting like this.

I was clearly scared, but didn’t the atmosphere change completely in an instant?

Andrew wrote a letter while looking down at the suffering messenger.

“I will write down my intentions here, so go and convey them clearly.”

Andrew placed the letter directly into the messenger’s bosom.

Of course, the messenger couldn’t return right away. In order to buy time for the Lax Army to arrive, the news had to reach Count Crest as late as possible.

The messenger, who had been confined for several days, returned in tatters, and delivered Andrew’s letter to the Earl of Crest.

Count Crest knew what was going on just by looking at the messenger. Still, he was curious about the contents, so he opened the letter.

[Come at me, you little shit. I’ll throw you some duck food.]

Count Crest put down the letter with a cool expression and said.

“Send the entire army to the Nordhill estate immediately. We need to wipe those guys out first.”

The Crest Army, which had already completed preparations for departure, moved straight to the Nordhill territory.