The time is before the evening.
The location is such as a day away from the border between the Magna Latio and the Magna Latio at the current rate of march.
It is a scenic plain area.
So the Army of the Republic of Latio stopped marching and set up a simple camp.
I was walking in that camp shoulder to shoulder with Count Aveline.
"What do you mean, come to the main office all of a sudden?
"Well. Earlier, the scoundrel who was putting it on the lookout returned to fly..."
"Haa, I guess it wasn't good news at all"
We go to the main tent, discussing it that way.
Approaching near the main tent, the officers, who seemed to have been summoned just like us, rushed into the tent.
We go into the tent, just like them.
Many officers have already gathered in the Great Tent, which we have ordained our main management.
Standing around the central desk, each discussing something with an officer right next to him, it seemed to wait for the military council to open.
The two of us slip ourselves into an empty space in the corner of that central desk.
That's how I peek into the map spread over my desk.
That seemed to be a map near the Magna Latio bilateral border.
On that map, there are several X marks written.
The X mark is on the side of the Republic of Latio. It is a position that has entered the Republic only slightly from the border.
Hmm. This is......
When I take my eyes off the map, I listen to what I hear leaking from the officers around me.
"Penetrate the border..." "What did the guards..." "Apparently, it's the work of a small unit"
I see. The Royal Magna Army goes into bold action, too.
As he nodded that way, the voices of the officers around him stopped simultaneously.
The officers correct themselves and salute the soldiers who come in through the tent entrance.
It was General Kirico, commander-in-chief of the Army of the Republic of Latio, who returned the reply.
When General Kirico lifts his answer, he proceeds to the upper seat.
When he stops in his seat, the officers lift the salute in unison.
"Shall we start a military debate then? Mr. Simone."
General Kirico, in a calm voice, urges military personnel who would be his own deputy.
Its calm voice is called a gentle face, nothing military.
I feel such a little silly and rude.
However, if the rumors are correct, it would be a feeling that is not significantly off the real image of General Kirico.
General Kirico, rather than speaking, I can say to the Commander-in-Chief of the Army of the Republic of Latio….
What that duty requires is neither talent in martial arts that overwhelms others, nor an exceptional tactical eye.
What is needed is a biased ability to act as an adjuster/collapser.
Because in the Latino Republic, even within the military, we decide on military policy by discussing what should be called the earliest national pattern.
Someone, for example, has no power over the Commander-in-Chief to cut off his own ideas.
Well, in view of those circumstances, I suppose we can say that this gracious General Kirico is fit for the post of Commander-in-Chief.
But congress stained military heads......?
I don't know, should I even say too much democracy?
What about that? I can't help but think about it.
In the first place, there are other major problems, such as ravioli and horns.
That the way it is is is only pre-construction.
It is what Sir Cazzarini has told me that the operation of deciding military policy, by agreement of the military officers, has not actually been carried out correctly.
If there is no discussion on this occasion, there will be a majority vote at the end.
With votes are six generals, including a commander-in-chief appointed by the Council of Elders.
You already know that. Yes, the generals are just ornaments.
They are only the puppets of leading senators on their respective hindsight.
Absolutely, there is something about the system where corruption has progressed.
Yeah, but it's other personnel. I don't know if you like it. Besides...
That corrupt system works well for me, so complaining is punishable.
"- That's all the reports that the scoundrels brought home."
And at some point, Deputy, your story is over.
Well, I don't need to ask you seriously because it's not something that's out of advance prediction...
The story is simple. That the Royal Magna Army, thought to turn to the defense, launched a pre-emptive attack.
It's just not massive.
Several platoons attempted to cross the border at the same time.
In so doing, several units scratching the eyes of the border guard on the side of the Latio Republic carried out burning operations in settlements near the border.
The scale alone, the damage is no big deal.
And the troops that penetrated the border are also already beginning to turn back.
"Pursue the soldiers immediately!
A young, bloody officer speaks up.
"Whether we can supplement it by pursuing it…. If you could, would you rather be a platoon? It's a lot of work and a lot of work."
"Come on. It's just harassment. There's no harm done, throw it away."
As if to embarrass the young man's shortcomings, the two military members of the Senpai express their opposition.
"But! Then the prestige of the republican army!
A young officer who recruits, but the atmosphere on the ground has completely turned awesome for him.
All right, all right, I don't have a choice. Magical Shizukuishi, an ally of the weak, will help you.
"Excuse me, may I ask permission to speak?
The scene calms back for a moment to the voice of an unexpected intruder.
"Even with your permission to speak, My Lord Commander-in-Chief?
"Oh, of course! The military council, if there is a place to broadly incorporate opinions. Don't hesitate, Lord Sizuk."
I extend my condolences to General Kirico for allowing Eagle to speak.
"So while we're at it… I suggest that we start by reconciling our perceptions here in Command."
"Hmm, a blend of perceptions?
"Yes, the mating of perceptions. I would like to share my awareness with my brothers about this enemy offense and what its intentions are."
To this statement of mine, the man who first cut and discarded the theory of pursuit of young officers - like a colonel to look at the class chapter - speaks out.
"It's settled. It would be harassment. They don't have the strength to cut the front and fight us. I set up such a small job."
"Cheng Cheng, harassment...... Of course, that would be one of the enemy's intentions."
The colonel looks at the way I put it.
"What else do you say we have?
"Though platoon size, they are taking a definite risk. Don't you find it hard to think that that purpose is just harassment?
"... I mean?
"The relative Seventh Army of the Kingdom of Magna has only less than half the strength of the Republican Army. Inevitably, their strategy will be belated combat."
"Naturally."
"What are their primary concerns in conducting late combat? That would be soldier morale. How much psychological burden does it impose on soldiers who continue to relate to doubling armies? A long and enduring battle. Maintaining morale should be extremely difficult."
Many officers nod at my words.
"If so, I want to increase the morale of the soldiers by controlling the skippers, at least just fighting the wars. No wonder you think so."
"I mean, you think this baking is for morale?
"That's right. Imagine, a secret service platoon returning to the army after a dangerous mission. The soldiers of this army honor their courage and welcome them with cheer. Right? It's going to boost morale, isn't it?
I turn to the Colonel on the tannic side, and at the end of the day I say to him, it feels like a tea.
The colonel seemed unconvinced.
After acknowledging this opinion, I make a roaring inquiry.
But what do you want me to do?
"Whatever the chase. If many of the platoons that went out to burn were captured and killed, the enemy's morale must go down the other way around."
But it's going to work.
"Well, it must be hard inside. But even if we fail, what do we lose?
"... do you have anything to lose? The soldiers will be forced to waste their time."
Colonel speaking plainly.
"Ha, when they say that... All right, let's join that futile, reserved pursuit unit, and we, the Army of Arlunia, will do the same."
"Oh, is that good?"
A change appeared in the Colonel's voice. Hmm, another push?
"It's the operation I mentioned, isn't it? It can't be easier. Besides, we're not watching martial arts officers, we're serving as reinforcements. I don't feel like a customer."
"Ha! That word or good! She's a creepy little girl inside!
The elusive colonel breaks his face.
Apparently they liked it. Good, good.
I also see other faces.
Hmm, apparently, isn't there any troublesome Mr. Jen going over this colonel?
All right, all right, you're going to carry it well.
"Now, do you have any objections to the other brothers?... It doesn't look like it. Madam Commander-in-Chief, the opinion seems to have been delivered on my suggestion. Can I get a verdict?
To my inquiry, General Kirico strokes his white jaw.
"Mm-hmm. I think I can accept Lord Sizuk's suggestion... What do you think of them?
That's what I said, General Kirico, who turns his gaze to five generals other than himself.
"I have no objection either."
"Right."
"I was wondering if you'd mind."
"I agree, my Lord Commander-in-Chief."
Four uninterrupted generals give their assent to General Kirico's inquiry.
To this, General Kirico lifted a slightly whitened one-eyebrow.
Apparently, General Kirico is heartily surprised by this situation.
Well, I guess.
My suggestion was certainly an impossibility......
Still, when you decide so much about this, it's not funny to feel unnatural.
I'm sure it's unusual for Tonton and the generals to show their approval.
That made General Kirico question it.
Most importantly, General Kirico immediately returns his expression to laughter.
It seems like it caught on for a moment.
Are you convinced that there will be such a thing?
General Kirico goes to wrap up the military debate.
"A lot of people seem to agree. I'm going to adopt Lord Sizuk's opinion... What do you think?"
That's what I say and look around, but no one opens their mouths.
That would be the case, too. Even if there is disagreement and it leads to a majority vote, there is already a majority of the generals who vote for it.
The results are already there. If so, it is useless to speak out against it.
So the earlier inquiry is just a formality.
"... doesn't seem to disagree. Now, gentlemen, hurry up with the selection and formation of the Pursuit Squad."
"Ha."
The staff members nod instantly.
"Now we shall end the military debate"
In the words of General Kirico's adjournment, the military council was opened.
"Can I ask you something? Why are you making such a cheap deal?
On the way back from the main business, Count Avrine has asked as such.
"I earn points. You don't have to do anything to get bored, but you'll buy objections, won't you?
"Hmm, right.... trying to make war work there?
"Nothing, I won't even say war kung fu. In fact, the pursuit unit seems more likely to end up empty."
"Oh, don't you want the kung fu?
"Right. We work hard too, if we can pose..."
"I see."
Yeah, now all you have to do is pose.
Our purpose is only military supervision. It's not about fighting.
However, if you buy opposition from the other side in making a compromise with the Republican Army, it's hard to do.
So you should also care about this.
"... I apologize to the Count's soldiers for the inconvenience"
"I don't mind. I can understand the intentions of the Witch House."
"Thank you"
I bowed my head honestly to Count Avrine.
"Good, you don't have to keep your head down. Does this make our job easier to do?
"Yes, and..."
"And?"
"No, it's nothing"
I make you laugh deliberately.
It's a sign that I'm not willing to talk any more.
"Hmm. Right."
Count Avrine took this intention properly and did not continue with any further words of pursuit.
No, no, I'm really easy with you, Jen.
Well, I did a little well with the earlier military council from the Latio Republican Army.
It's a fine achievement.
Plus... I could see if the prefabrication would work.
It was a meaningful military debate.
I laughed contentedly and walked through the line.