Simply seizing wealth would be nothing short of robbery, and Ghislain never considered himself a thief. He prided himself on being rational, always ensuring a fair exchange of what was owed and what was given. This situation was no different.
But the allied commanders clearly did not share his perspective, so he decided to explain further.NoÌv(el)B\\jnn
âWe must hold accountable those who hoarded wealth and avoided the battlefield while others risked their lives.â
âB-but theyâve already provided resources for the war effort...â
âHave they really?â
Ghislain leaned forward slightly, repeating his question.
The commanders remained silent.
What Ghislain said was true, but the problem was that they would be the ones tasked with seizing this wealth. It would undoubtedly create chaos, and their positions might even be at risk. Openly opposing the domestic nobility was bound to make them enemies at home.
Why were they always the ones burdened with these troublesome tasks?
Understanding the nature of the nobility, Ghislain smirked and offered them a justification.
âAs Supreme Commander of the Allied Forces, I declare that, due to the prolonged war, additional resources must be requisitioned. Please convey this to your respective governments.â
This had been Ghislainâs plan all along. Even when he boldly promised his soldiers rewards, he had always intended to take what was needed if supplies ran short.
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