Another battlefield
(Iris at the capital of the Almeria's dukedom)
"The battle is yet to finish and they're out of medicine . I'll restock it! And then, let's get more from the trading house too!"
The capital of the Duke of Almeria's territory was far louder than usual, and also had a busy day .
. . . . . . I have a responsibility .
Responsible for protecting the people who live in the east . And at the same time, I was responsible for bringing Lyle, Dida and the guards to battle .
But I have no way to fight and protect them directly .
That is why I must do my best to do what only I can do .
Speaking of the truth, there is also a strong feeling of frustration inside me, that make me want to rush to the scene .
Why am I in a position where I can give instructions safely from a desk while my people battle?
If I'am in the battlefield, I can get information more quickly and move people accurately when needed .
However, at the same time, because I stand on the pinnacle, I can not afford to make a mistake as everything will fall apart then .
In other words, I have to devote myself to give instructions and plan countermeasures while asking help of others in what I'm weak at . . .
I know about that .
But even if I understand, I can not help but feel depressed .
The situation that changes every moment, and the difficulties of handling it .
I even become ashamed to see the number of injured coming up, after making a decision .
Ahh . . . . I am so lonely now . . . .
I look at the materials at hand .
At the same time, on the desk is a map of the eastern territory and the port .
"Is the situation changing again?"
There is no other way of winning than letting Lyle and Dida plan everything .
As there is nothing in these times yet, that allows you to communicate in an instant like a telephone call of modern times . It's a foolish idea to remember this now, and even more so to give instructions when I'm not in the battlefield, I'll end up only causing confusion .
Of course, I have regular reports from the east, but that's not enough to give precise orders .
Anyway, there're people in the battlefield that's watching all, so what I'm being asked to do is look at the whole picture and move people and things according to the situation .
Among the guards or soldiers of the Almeria's Dukedom, except for those who are in the north of the Duke's territory, the other rest have head for the east .
"Yes, I'm leaving the north undefended and moving the people that were on the north, west and the south to the est . Will they arrive at the east on time?"
"I'm worried . . . "
About Lyle and Dida . . . I believe in their power .
But on the other hand, we have to think what about if they were forced to retreat .
How will the enemy invade the remaining lands?
If there is a follow-up, how do we respond?
People's evacuation routes .
And how to deploy the guards? To give more time for people's evacuation .
I summarize my thoughts while keeping a view on the overall picture .
"What's the evacuation situation of the residents? How much progress has been made since the previous report? And then, is the food supply at the evacuation site ready?"
When I read the reports coming up one after another, I will in turn instruct the officers .
They were also running around to communicate and implement them .
"The progress of the evacuation plan for the residents has not changed since the previous report . "
"What does that mean . . . ? Is there a problem?"
"No, that is . . . "
The officer stopped talking for a moment .
I stared at him while narrowing my eyes, wondering what he was thinking about .
"We want to work and protect ourselves because it is our city . We dearly care for it . " "We don't want to only receive protection from the lady but also to help as well . " The young men are doing security chores and transportation, and the women are cooking for the soldiers, doing maintenance to the equipment and acting as guards from the posts . . . ”
I was shocked to hear those words .
"Well . . . "
The words that instinctively came out from me sounded more subtle than what I thought myself .
It's not that I'm being moved . . . but more like my heart shakes with joy .
"It is a fact . . . . . . "
Looking at him, his mouth was also shaking while pronouncing those words .
Oh, it seems he was also about to explode from the emotion .
. . . . . . like me now .
Surely he and I think the same .
The people should be protected .
Because they have no way to fight against such powers .
The previous disaster in the whole kingdom is a good example .
They fled rather than do something for the disaster that came down .
It is not to be blamed, it is just the best choice to protect themselves because of their weakness .
. . . even though all that .
Why this time, the people who live in that town choose to fight?
They didn't give up and run away . . .
Are they thinking that the town, this territory . . . are more important that their lives? .
Are they affirming the path I have walked so far is correct?
My mind shakes at that conclusion .
"Excuse me, milady"
Tanya appeared on the spot and was silent for a while .
"Oh, would you like to report something?"
" . . . yeah"
Something hot from my chest, stuck my words inside for a moment .
"This is a report from Dida . It says that the Voldic family has cooperated to recapture the port . "
" . . . what does that mean?"
"In order to repay the favor the Lady bestow upon them . Are they not loyal enough to you?"
Tanya smiles, saying so .
It was like I was given a new impact before I could recover from the previous one .
I still remember Grouse .
It makes me want to laugh out . . .
He was a horrible man .
But, speaking of him, he looks like a good brother to me .
It is because they love the city and are loved by the people of the city .
I thought we would never cross paths, this was truly a surprise, but I hope that I can work with him again in this way in a future .
"Excuse me . About the issues with the previous product, the commercial guild has solved it . This is the letter about the matter . "
"The medical guild reported that a group of volunteer doctors gathered one after another and left for the eastern part . Asking for the establishment of a medical system for disasters relief . "
As Tanya's followed, news came in one after another .
Each one of them makes my heart beat faster from emotion .
"Our job is to bring pride . Protect the people, be merciful, and develop richly . Securing the life of the people gives them a sense of belonging to the territory . . . I think that's the role of the lord . ”
The words I said in front of the officers will be remembered someday after these events .
The path I have walked . . . . . . . I have always walked wondering whether it's correct or not, or if isn't necessary a reform?
Since I have no answer, I convinced myself that I could only go forward .
But now, the people . . . everyone is telling me the answer .
Not only those directly involved with me, but every one of my subjects .
My tears overflow at that impression . . . But, I increment my efforts to never let it show .
It is not time to be immersed in emotions .
" . . . We will need to receive medical supplies and doctors soon! The treatment area will need a little more space, so please list a few possible sites . Immediately call for volunteers, who can stay in the eastern city . Please tell them to give their work to someone on duty, so as to not leave the posts unattended . "
I immediately give more and more instructions based on the previous reports .
"The people have responded . . . . Let us fulfill our duties here to protect this territory and the people who live here!"
In response to the call, the officers returned with a loud voice, "Yes!"
Chapter end
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