Two figures strolled silently in the wilderness outside the camp, and the guards followed him from afar. Both sides seemed to be unable to find suitable words to open up the topic. Only the thoughtful expression on their faces proved that both of them were thinking about each other's inner thoughts.

The wrinkled old man on the opposite side made him increasingly unable to see his true face. Sometimes Kutuzov thought he had seen the other party’s true thoughts clearly, but in just a flash, Kutuzov found that his views were very different. As a minister of state who was less than ten thousand people in the Pasha Kingdom, how could a mere fortune and money be deceived? Even if there were some losses in investment, it was just a drop in the bucket and was not enough to make the other party feel resentful.

"Marson, please don't have to look at me with this kind of perspective. Yes, the incident in Southern Luzon did make me feel a little unhappy, but although Hege is not talented, he will not mix his personal feelings into national affairs. Besides, I believe that the Marshal is also unwilling to see the gains and losses of Southern Luzon, but this is not a reason for me to oppose the Peninsula Alliance. Here I still want to solemnly remind the Marshal that the economic center of the kingdom is still local. Originally, Southern Luzon had fallen into the kingdom, and it was the essence of Luzon's development for a hundred years. If it could take a few years to digest it into my Pasha, our Pasha Kingdom's comprehensive national strength would be worthy of it.

The other countries in the mainland are far better than the energy spent on attacking these small countries in the south. Unfortunately, Southern Luzon was recaptured by Frederick, which made our Pasha Kingdom miss the opportunity. I am deeply regretful. But now that things have come to this point, it is too late to regret it. Therefore, Hege also wanted to ask the Marshal to consider the support of the Kingdom's financial power when launching a military offensive. If you blindly use the purpose of seizing and conquest, you cannot properly digest the gains and transform them into the inherent strength of the Kingdom. Even if our kingdom's current financial foundation is good, I am afraid that we will not be able to hold on for too long. I hope the Marshal must consider this."

Kutuzov could hardly believe that this was from the mouth of the Minister of State who had always been out of place with him. Kutuzov could not figure out why, as a great influence on His Majesty, he would use this method to remind himself that he could make this suggestion to His Majesty the King, and believe that His Majesty the King would also accept this opinion that was in line with the facts. So why did this Minister of State choose this tactful way to show kindness to him?

Kutuzov must admit that if the Pasha Kingdom did not have this minister of state who was good at planning and financial management and economic development, the Pasha Kingdom would never have the strength of the mainland today. Military power must also be based on solid comprehensive national strength, especially economic strength. The army was not something that some farmers could become qualified soldiers by picking up a few swords and guns. The soldiers' salary, armor, weapons and other logistical consumption, as well as pensions after death. This seemingly inconspicuous thing supports it.

The most basic guarantee of the straight army is Kutuzov, as the commander of the military, knows this very well. So no matter what he thinks about Heg’s personal ethics, Heg’s contributions can be said to be unmatched at this point. No one in the Pasha Kingdom can replace him at present. The reality determines that he must cooperate with the other party. Only cooperation can make the Pasha Kingdom condense into an ironclad piece inward and expand externally without distraction. This is probably the reason why His Majesty the King deliberately avoids being alone with the other party.

Seeing the military marshal staring at him with a look of surprise and doubt, Hege knew that if he did not reveal his thoughts, he would never be able to let the other party explain his doubts. Kutuzov was not a person who could deceive, but Hege also knew that this person had many slurs in his heart and was not a person who was unrestrained. For the benefit of the kingdom, he could tolerate anything. Hege admired this very much, which was not contrary to his own interests.

"Haha, you may think that your performance today is beyond your expectations. How could Hege, who has always been out of your reach, be so considerate and proactive in showing goodwill to you? This seems not to be in line with Hege's style of acting, right? Hahaha, Marshal, please rest assured. Although I, Hege, sometimes, in terms of methods, I, Hege, will not be able to deny it. That is, Hege, like you, has never done anything that harms the interests of the kingdom because of selfish desires. As for the disputes of intention and internal strife, it is even more impossible." Hege smiled and glanced at the other party who was surprised and suspicious. It was possible that Marshal Kutuzov, who was known as the God of the Central Continent, had such a look, but I am afraid that he was the only one who was the only one.

"Master Hege, I have never doubted my mind and demeanor. I am just a soldier and may not be very careful in considering government affairs and economics. Please give your Majesty more points to this. Master Hege and I are both serving the kingdom. I hope you and me can work together to assist Your Majesty in establishing a new dynasty for the Pasha people! If Master Hege has anything to do, as long as I can do it without damaging the fundamental interests of the kingdom, uh, I will do my best to provide convenience and support." As for this, Kutuzov, who has been practicing in the ups and downs of the officialdom for a long time, has vaguely heard some of the other party's undisclosed intentions, so that the other party can be clear and honest, so that it will be much more convenient.

"Okay, hurry up and speak fast. What Hege admires most is the marshal's temperament. Well, the marshal also knows a little bit that his in-laws lost a lot of money in Southern Luzon. Uh, now the kingdom has occupied the two countries and one city of the Peninsula Alliance. Many landlords and nobles in these places have fled. Even if it is a peace talk or a war continues, these three places are already in the kingdom's pocket. However, since the war cannot end in a short period of time, these areas will be temporarily listed as military control. My in-laws will also come here to invest and do business in the near future. I hope that the marshal can provide as convenient and care as possible within the allowable range. Here, Hege thanks to the mercenary first."

Hege had no scruples in his words. It sounded like a minister of state openly asked the military to invest in convenient care for his in-laws. This statement was a bit too presumptuous. Perhaps the inspector sent an impeachment to His King would put himself in prison. But Hege was not worried. His Majesty the King needed not a conservative and honest official, and his actions could not be hidden from His Majesty. Perhaps his greed was revealed in front of him without any covert. Only by letting his handle in front of His Majesty, he was the minister who made His Majesty the most reassured. This was the experience summarized by Hege over the years. Since this is the case, why not bite him with a big mouth and kill two birds with one stone?

Taking a deep breath, Kutuzov nodded heavily and said with a blank expression: "No problem, Lord Heg, I wonder if the project you invested in in-laws has been confirmed?"

"Haha, thank you for your concern. My in-laws are very interested in a gold mine in the north of the Principal of Luke and some land in the south. I think the marshal will not disappoint my in-laws." Minister Heg's laughter sounded indescribable at this moment.

After taking a breath, Tuzov, the gold mine tent, also heard about it. It is not only easy to mine, with convenient road traffic, but also has extremely high gold content. It was originally owned by the Grand Duke of Luke and several senior nobles, but now the other party has to swallow it in one bite. The appetite is so great that Kutuzov, who has already had psychological ginseng, had to take a meal.

"Why, Marshal, isn't it a bit inconvenient?" Hege's cheeks filled with a weird smile, and even his steps gradually slowed down.

"No, no, Lord Heg, please rest assured. When your in-laws arrive, I will give him a satisfactory explanation." He shook his head slowly, Kutuzov's face remained unmoved. If this could be exchanged for the other party's support for his strategy, even if it was a bit contrary to the good and righteousness, it would seem insignificant compared to the interests of the entire kingdom.

"Very good, then I'll wait for the good news of the Marshal. By the way, I don't know how the Marshal is going to negotiate with the coalition forces. Your Majesty asked me to ask, and it can be done in the shortest time to not allow the other party to suspicion, and also allow the mercenaries from the east to quickly return to the Eastern Continent. This is the best result. However, I hope the Marshal can plan well. Neither Your Majesty nor I will stay here for long. I guess I will leave and return tomorrow. Everything here depends on you, Marshal." Nodded with satisfaction. State Affairs

The minister's head turned to the east, paused before slowly saying: "As long as the eastern mercenaries left the Central Continent, the marshal can carry out his plans as much as possible. Please don't worry about logistics issues. I have notified your quarantine officer General Rozeboer before coming. Everything is ready to stop as you ask. I guess it is on the way to transport it now. It is just because of the weather, I am afraid the schedule will be delayed. I also hope that the marshal can win, so that our common interests may be more."
Chapter completed!