The Bayeran Reserve Army Headquarters is located in the southeast of the upper city, and shares a pentagonal fortress facing the sea with the Ministry of War and the General Staff. But all the Shutoral who returned from afar must come here to hand over their personnel work.

Griffith walked all the way. He only had a few Su in his pocket and couldn't afford to ride in the carriage, and he was embarrassed to ask the elf to borrow money. Galadia also seemed to have forgotten that he was poor.

Today is July 8, 1443 of the Fourth Age, and there is still plenty of time before the mission deadline. Since it was not known in advance when he would arrive, Griffith's appointment with Captain Heinz was inaccurate.

Passing through the huge pillar, the apprentice knight did not know where to go at the gate where people came and went. Beneath the imposing ceiling, the smooth marble is bright enough to reflect the face. The center of the hall floor is stitched into a soaring eagle with exquisite tiles.

"Don't block the road, soldier," a high-ranking sergeant wearing a white helmet found the apprentice knight who was looking around, and walked over to him and said, "Go to the secretary's desk."

Griffith tried his best to keep his solemn posture from slipping on the floor, and came to the secretary's desk nervously.

"The 502nd Armored Cavalry Wing of the Eastern Legion, the second-level squad leader, Griffith Brandon asked to see the Captain Heinz Banner, the director of the Armored Cavalry."

Moments later, he was led through a deep corridor to a secluded office.

The former dean of the Junior Non-commissioned Officer School, Captain Heinz Wilhelm Banner, was writing in a mountain of documents. He raised his head slightly after hearing the footsteps, and stood up with a smile on his face: "I heard that you are serving in the rear. Qi also does not forget to fight for the peace of the kingdom, which is good."

Griffith immediately stood up straight, and slapped his chest with his right hand: "Victory belongs to Bayeran!"

"Victory belongs to Bayeran," Heinz, the commander of the armored cavalry, raised his arm, "in a few hours, you will belong to the Larmor family, and the kingdom will not even need to pay for the army until the four years of schooling are completed. Paid to you. Provided that the Larmor family thinks you are of some use."

"No matter where they belong, His Majesty's soldiers will never forget their oaths and loyalty." Griffith replied without hesitation.

"Well, of course~ Loyalty," Heinz smiled, as if mocking, "The Count is one of the most honorable people in this kingdom. I think you've done a good job impressing him. preparation."

"I bought a brand new coat and shirt and boots," Griffith said, thinking about the large sum of money he had spent.

"That's right," the armored cavalry chief who had just been transferred to the capital pulled his bow tie, "Beyeland's life is completely different from other provinces, but you young people can adapt faster than me. The count has a pair of children about your age. , wish you could be friends with them and nothing else."

Before Griffith could figure out how to answer, Heinz changed the subject: "Tell me about the East. In the last battle you participated in, how did the cavalry unit implement its own tactical policy."

"You must meet the enemy, Your Excellency," Griffith said like a guilty student, but he also felt that the tactics of that battle were problematic, "but after reflection, I feel that it is not wise to attack Beamon head-on at the end. Act of."

"Well, those idiots don't understand armored cavalry," Heinz nodded. "Mobility, defense, and impact. The armored cavalry should be a balance of these three, choose the battlefield flexibly, and rely on effective defense to display its own assault ability. Instead of ramming an invincible mythical creature like an infantry. You can ram other orc infantry and leave that slow moving target for the artillery's bed crossbow. Luckily Maximus reacted after being hit head-on Come here, or you young people will all be filmed as..."

Griffith groaned in his heart. Director Heinz noticed the sad expression of his students in time,Quickly changed the subject.

"I am going to reorganize the tactical organization of the armored cavalry. On the existing basis, increase the armored cavalry organization to follow your actions. If you encounter a situation where the strong defense of the pike phalanx must be attacked, it is inevitable, you and the archers together Attack, break through with hand-to-hand combat under long-range cover."

"However, the rate of fire and firepower of the cavalry archers have no advantage over the foot archers, and it is not easy to deploy when there are too many people, and it will block the way of the armored cavalry." Griffith thought it was difficult to command, simply put forward his own opinion.

Director Heinz said: "It's natural, the cavalry archers can't be compiled and fought the way they used to, their composition and equipment are still experimental, if you have any ideas, you can write to me.

"Griffith Blanton, you are a young man with a brain. You know, the capital is no safer than the East, there is a whole different evil and intrigue. In the next few years, I hope you Don't give your life for nothing until you make your own contribution."

The words of the cavalry director were very sincere. Griffith, knowing that this was his teacher's way of expressing his concern, nodded seriously.

"Okay, we can talk on the way to Larmor House if we have something to say," Director Heinz took off his coat from the hanger and strode outside, "I'll go with you."

A carriage was already waiting for them outside the General Staff. The two got into the carriage like a whirlwind and galloped towards the Larmor House.

"Apart from your little battle, did you find anything else?" Teacher Heinz asked just as he sat down, "I know about the goblins and the living corpse, let's talk about something else."

"The food supply was not as tight as I thought," Griffith said immediately. "On my way back, before the official armistice, the common citizens still had brown bread as their staple food, but they had enough food, meat and complementary food. supply is acceptable.”

"Interesting point of interest," Heinz nodded with interest, "the grain delivered by the southern provinces has greatly eased the supply pressure, and the Senate is preparing a new bill to encourage grain trade. If it weren't for Cornelius The expeditionary force of the PLA took it there, and your Eastern Army’s offensive has long been unsustainable due to logistical pressure. Brandon, do you know the real strategic purpose of the General Staff in this war?”

"Our attack has been advancing along the coastline. In fact, the real purpose is not to conquer the orcs' land fortresses, but to seize their ports to avoid danger to the southern trade line. Is the real intention of the kingdom to attack the south?" Feith expressed a guess of his own, "Earlier I thought that the coastal advance was to maintain logistical stability, but this does not explain that the capture of the Atana fortress will end the war."

"Hmph, you're right, the victory at the Battle of Atana was not a decisive battle with the orcs as advertised at the beginning. The capture of the fortress meant that their navy lost the last large port that could threaten the south, the Marauder fleet. Had to retreat further east to regroup, and won't be able to come out again in a few years," said Inspector Heinz Wilhelm with a smile, "Very well, Griffith, though your rank is little more than a sergeant. , but your vision is much broader than those of the soldiers and officers. When you enter school, remember to take the advanced art of logistics."

The road from Reserve Headquarters to Larmor House was smooth and quiet, with no annoying smells and noises except for the pleasant scenery. The carriage crossed the pretty streets to a luxurious mansion, and Director Heinz jumped down like a young man.

"Come down, little sergeant, this is another battlefield for you."

Well-dressed servants greeted them graciously across the exquisite courtyard and into the spacious and luxurious living room to rest for a while. Crystal chandeliers cast a soft and beautiful light, and every piece of furniture is designed just right. A touch of incense wafts in the cool interior, making people extremely comfortable. The floor-to-ceiling windows with a height of three people allow a panoramic view of the exquisite garden, completely driving the depression and boredom out of the living room.

While waiting in the living room, the servants brought refreshments and fruits, which were so exquisite that it was difficult to handle.

This place, which is countless times more beautiful than the headquarters of the Reserve Army, made Griffith dazzled.

"Don't make such a fuss," said the flag captain. "Where's the steadfastness of the legionnaires? These courteous-looking servants will try to make fun of you in private. You're only the second son of a border knight, a non-commissioned officer with no money in your pocket. And the top security guard at the earl's house. They'll approach you with enthusiasm when I'm gone, show you how to be a decent man in the capital, and try to get you to do a disgraced stupid thing."

Griffith was stunned for a moment, hurriedly retracted his confused and intoxicated expression, and tried his best to change into a serious expression. But the Earl's Palace is so beautiful and elegant, and the apprentice knight can't make himself vicious by gnashing his teeth.

The servants soon came to inform that the count was ready to meet.

Chief Heinz didn't even need the guidance of his servants. He led the apprentice knight through the long corridor and quickly passed through the main building of the mansion to a circular room in the garden of Larmor House. A handsome, amiable and elegant middle-aged man turned from the bookshelf and looked gently at the apprentice knight who appeared in front of him. He was tall, with blond hair dyed with age. The gleaming silver oak-leaf Knight's Cross on his coat clearly stated his identity.

This is the Earl of Larmor, one of the direct counts most trusted and favored by the King.

"Well, the second son of Knight Brandon? It looks a lot like that. It seems that the Legion has fed you well." The earl pointed to the sofa beside him and motioned for Captain Flag and his little valet to sit down, "I have seen yours. Resume. Originally I wanted to put you next to my eldest son, but unfortunately his ambition is to study history rather than politics and military. My daughter just turned 16 and is going to Homonwarts this fall for her first grade, I Lovash's prophecy suggests that the apprentice knight would be a good companion knight."

Iluwash... The prophecy of this goddess is respected and recognized by both humans and elves. Most likely it was He who let Galadia go on an adventure in the forest alone...

"It's my honor, Lord Earl," Griffith, who had been waiting for these words, bounced like a spring shortly after he sat down.

The Earl nodded, motioned Griffith to sit down, and then looked at Captain Qi: "The Army Command Section at Homon Watts is a good place, but many people think it's too comfortable there. What do you think?"

Captain Heinz Banner, with white temples and a serious look, said: "Maybe the Army University is a good choice, but for aspiring young people, the experience that a comprehensive magic academy can provide is more valuable than pure military skills."

"That's right, you're right," the Count sat down at the desk and picked up the quill at hand, "This way I can worry less about the secrets of Homon Watts. The temperament of these young people is restraining secrets. very effective.”

The Secret of Homon Watts? What's this? Griffith had absolutely no idea what the Earl meant, just kept in mind that he could study it when he had a chance.

Just when Griffith was puzzled, Count Larmor quickly wrote an envelope to the flag captain: "That's it for today, then let the second-level captain adapt to Bayeran himself. life."

After sending off the captain of the flag, the earl brought the apprentice knight to the library on the first floor: "In the time before admission, you can read the books here and have dinner with us."

Wouldn't it be a little bit... not waiting for Griffith to thank him for a dinner party for someone of low status like me, the earl said, "How many shirts do you have?"

"Two things," replied Griffith, nervous to see such a great noble condescending to care about such trivial matters.

"Very well," said the earl quickly in a commanding tone. "Go to the housekeeper to get this quarter's salary and buy twenty more."