System: Build My Own Territory

Chapter 910: Chapter 278: All-Out War

Listening to Lawrence’s casual words, Godfrey fell silent.

At this moment.

A flurry of hurried footsteps sounded from afar, reaching the ears of him and Lawrence.

Danke, clad in the Ducas Clan Sword and Shield Corps standard plate armor, approached Godfrey and Lawrence.

He bent slightly, just about to be the first to speak, calling out to Godfrey.

Instantly, a few days ago scene flashed in his mind.

Danke quickly shifted his tone, "Lord Lawrence, Commander Godfrey."

"The resistance in the alleyways within Spirit Reef Port by the garrison has been completely suppressed and eliminated."

"Key locations within the city, such as warehouses, barracks, and vantage points, have been occupied."

"Furthermore, we’re conducting an inventory check on the population, goods, and properties within the city."

"Plus, notices have been posted to announce Marquis Duca’s internal policies, clarifying the army’s intent."

"In one or two days at most, order will be restored within the city, and residents can return to normal life."

Listening to Danke’s report, Lawrence nodded with satisfaction.

"Very well done!"

"Arrange personnel to guard Spirit Reef Port around the clock, ensuring it won’t suffer another night raid."

"Also dispatch patrol sentries outside Spirit Reef Port to some key roadways and high points for patrols."

"If a large force is spotted approaching, report back immediately."

"Furthermore, bury the fallen soldiers on the spot to prevent the spread of disease."

"Barring any surprises, we’ll be stationed at Spirit Reef Port for a long time!"

Upon hearing this, Danke glanced at Godfrey beside him.

Seeing Godfrey remain silent.

He promptly replied to Lawrence, "Yes, Lord Lawrence."

Danke hesitated for a few seconds, stepping back to leave.

Godfrey’s deep voice sounded, "Has the number of fallen soldiers in this siege been tallied?"

Upon hearing Godfrey’s words, Danke immediately halted his steps.

Looking at Godfrey’s face full of gravity, he hesitated and said.

"It’s... it’s been tallied..."

Godfrey replied, "Let’s hear it."

Lawrence’s gaze shifted, landing on Danke as well.

Clearly, he was waiting for his account.

Feeling the pressure from both men’s gazes, Danke felt a surge of stress.

Without hesitation, he quickly said, "Esteemed Lords, the number of defending soldiers at Spirit Reef Port was three thousand fully armed soldiers."

"In this attack on Spirit Reef Port, more than two thousand foes were eliminated!"

"The remaining thousand disarmed and surrendered, becoming prisoners of war."

Upon hearing this, Lawrence raised an eyebrow, satisfaction gleaming in his eyes.

"As for the Sword and Shield Corps’ fallen soldiers... over three thousand in total!"

Anticipating Danke’s words, Godfrey’s eyes instantly widened.

"Three thousand?"

Hearing Godfrey’s voice seemingly tinged with a tremor.

Danke quickly responded, "Yes, Commander, sir!"

"Because that area of wildfire directly engulfed the foremost attacking Sword and Shield Corps soldiers."

"Even though they wore standard plate armor, which could maximally shield against enemy arrow damage."

"It couldn’t withstand the near-consuming high heat of the wildfire."

"Due to the complexity of wearing standard plate armor, they hadn’t even removed the armor before... being roasted into char..."

"Even their corpses fused with the armor..."

Previously a face full of composure, Lawrence.

Listening to Danke’s account.

His mind conjured the scene Danke described.

His expression changed instantly.

His eyes bulged, mouth agape.

A violent surge occurred in his stomach.

Yet under Lawrence’s strenuous suppression.

The discomfort in his abdomen gradually dissipated.

Half a minute later.

Recovered, Lawrence spoke to Danke in a deep voice.

"Tally the deceased soldiers, and according to Ducas Clan’s set policy, distribute pensions to their families."

Danke once more responded, "Yes, Lord Lawrence."

After responding, Danke glanced at Godfrey again.

Seeing Godfrey had no further questions.

He then bent slightly and withdrew.

Watching Danke descend the city wall, Lawrence retracted his gaze, looked at Godfrey beside him, and inquired.

"What? Commander Godfrey, do you still think there’s a problem with the tactics of this campaign?"

No need for Godfrey to respond, Lawrence continued speaking.

"Regardless of your opinions, I’ll tell you, there was nothing wrong with this offensive campaign!"

"We conquered Spirit Reef Port and secured victory in the war."

"The Ducas Clan is now the master of this city!"

"Do you see the dock by the Seine River afar? As long as we hold Spirit Reef Port, we have a large dock!"

"An endless stream of merchants will sail in with their merchant ships."

"Their ships are laden with food, goods, slaves!"

"If they want to land at Spirit Reef Port and transport their goods inland to the deeper regions of the Karedi Empire, they must pay taxes to us!"

"That’s a steady flow of income..."

"With income, with wealth, the Ducas Clan can have more manpower, recruit more soldiers, forge more armor, and possess stronger military power!"

"Of course, there’s no free lunch in the world."

"To reap, one must pay the price!"

"Considering Spirit Reef Port’s value and function, and its importance to the Ducas Clan’s future..."

"Even losing more soldiers, it’s all worthwhile!"

Watching Lawrence’s eyes full of brilliance and anticipation, listening to his increasingly loud and excited words.