A Mid-level (Middle-aged) Office Worker’s Laid-Back Industrial Revolution in Another World

"Is that... the whole thing?

Or by ability?

Takeo answered.

"Overall, I don't have to say... it seems that the cheapest slave is the one who is the most expensive.

"Hmm... I'm not looking forward to it in four years...

Why the lowest soldiers?

Takeo thinks.

"Director General, which one will take the training period, soldier or unit commander?

"That would be a Commander in any organization.

This is not only a soldier's physical abilities, but also his command qualities.

But... four years.

I think I can train a critical platoon leader.

It's actually quite difficult, isn't it?

"You mean a few platoons with cheap slaves?

"If we don't have the right people to lead, we may not have enough platoon leaders to see a few platoons of soldiers by ourselves.

"Whether you buy a lot now or use it as a soldier, there are few commanders...

How can you do such a thing and go to war?

"Come on? If you're a slave, if you can direct some of the other things, you can make them compulsory under a slave contract.

If you were doing that, you wouldn't be able to deal with it ad hoc.

If you're a squad leader, you need the ability to understand the overall purpose and make an instant decision about where your troops are, what you have to do, and what you want to do.

Under a slavery contract... No, I don't think it's possible to put together a platoon of soldiers all by yourself, determine the situation at the same time, and give orders.

There are more soldiers than that, so... why buy them in bulk?

I know you put in somewhat strong people, but I don't think you're going to buy a lot of them and take them all with you, and I think it's difficult to maintain them afterwards.

"What are you thinking?

"I don't understand what a slave nation thinks.

The Director of Human Resources and the Director General are discussing it.

Takeo was listening to the conversation at first, but gradually wrinkles appeared between his eyebrows.

"Lord Kitamizato?

The Director of Foreign Affairs noticed that Takeo's expression was changing.

"No, it's nothing.

I've come up with something I don't like.

Takeo answers with a bitter face.

"What's that?

The Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs urges the continuation.

"Hmm... I think I've thought about something terrible myself.

Plenty of money, a set number of fighters, then territory management, humanistic ideas...

We thought we were making an upfront investment to secure talented people.

"You think that would lead to an increase in the price of cheap slaves?

Isn't there someone better off as a slave with a higher price?

"Yeah, that's why they've made the same number of purchases.

Hmm... For example, when divided into three stages, upper, middle, and lower, let's say there are relatively many people who are expensive but capable of directing.

Let's say one in two is capable of directing, one in ten is a little more expensive, and one in 20 is less likely to be capable of directing at an affordable price.

"" Yes.

"Suppose that some of the countries in the Willip Union were not willing to actively participate in the war itself, even though they supported it.

So I'll think about it.

How can we (…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

"Is that a territorial operation?

"Yes, maintaining law and order and making people look at neighboring countries is one of the things that we do in our territory.

Besides, people with high command abilities are considered to be good at moving people normally.

Even if I work as a civilian, it won't be a problem.

Now let's resume our assumptions.

There is usually a desire to secure competent people in governance and at the top of the organization.

The point is to have a lot of good people who are easy to use but not too good.

Well, it's hard to meet people like that.

Takeo said that and the three smiled bitterly.

"So let's say that the countries that don't want to participate very actively in the war thought so.

"It would be a waste to consume (...) good talent in a war against the kingdom of Azpal."

That's where I decided to take it.

"... to create a war force?

The director-general will come.

"With plenty of money, it's possible.

In addition, if there is a good person among the newly purchased ones, they can be replaced with incompetent personnel (...).

Well... "Lead a new unit because you're old school" or something, and implement a relocation.

By placing people that are not needed on the side of the ruler in war, we will have competent and talented people at hand.

I think this will increase your post-war advantage.

"... but the Willip Alliance (over there) will challenge you to win, right?

Will there be more soldiers in the end?

If we carry out Lord Kitamizato's story as it is, we will be able to create another unit and another legion that we need to maintain.

Even if we can cover the temporary costs... can we maintain them even after the war?

The Director of Human Resources will come.

"... border crossings are expected to be fierce.

You can force a raid after a raid without thinking about troop wear.

A tactical solution that incorporates thinning would be effective.

Takeo thinks and says.

"... consume unnecessary personnel and gain a reputation for attacking Seki instead?

It is possible to implement it, but... "

The Director of Foreign Affairs says with a gaze.

"If we can implement the Seki offensive in the short term, we will be able to raise our voice to say that we have created a thread for an invasion of the Kingdom of Azpal within the Willip Union.

You can expect a compulsive effect of having to be emotional with soldiers in other regions afterwards.

In addition, people in that country could quickly return to the country and operate their territory because of severe wear and tear.

If you think you bought time with money... you can't do it.

Takeo said with a difficult face.

"Impossible..."

Dropping the case early will have a positive effect on the morale of the troops.

"But... I can't imagine that consuming people would lead to fame.

We grow talent, not consume it.

"But I don't feel like I'm doing it the wrong way.

Except that it will cost a lot.

The three directors roared at Takeo's thoughts.