Chapter 279 The Kingdom of Andal Is in Dire Straits

Thornland New City.

As an important part of Antolia's elite training program, world history and international situation have always been one of the most important minor courses.

Although his main focus was on magic engineering, Hesener came to the temporary classroom on the north side of the new city on time, believing that there would be no harm in learning more.

The so-called temporary classrooms are actually a row of simple wooden houses.

Snow falls from time to time on the sloping roof, and warm stones are placed at the four corners of the classroom, releasing a welcome warmth in this cold winter day.

A student of various ages raised his head and listened quietly to the lecturer's words.

"Nowadays, there are five major kingdoms on the land of the Northern Continent."

"The four most important ones are the Kingdom of Andal, the Kingdom of Idrit, the Kingdom of Walras, and the Kingdom of Gerosnia located in the northeast of the northern continent."

"As for the fifth kingdom..."

"We now generally refer to them as the Eastern Kingdoms."

"This is because the fifth kingdom has mostly existed in name only, and in many cases it is even difficult to maintain its nominal rule. In recent years, its vassals have become independent one after another, forming dozens of large and small kingdoms in the eastern part of the Andal Kingdom. Principalities with different territories and overlapping territories.”

"The claims and relationships between these principalities are complicated, coupled with the relatively rich mineral resources, various border conflicts occur from time to time, so... after the peace agreement between the Kingdom of Andal and the Kingdom of Walras was signed, the Principality of Norton was divided between the three After the division of the Great Kingdom, it has actually become the most chaotic area in the entire Northern Continent.”

The lecturer from the Jimena family pointed to the map hanging in front of the classroom and introduced it very seriously.

"but……"

"Although peace has ushered in the northern continent except for the eastern countries, this is only peace on the surface."

"Not long ago, Lord Leon Jimena, Marquis of Antolia, made an overall judgment on the current situation in the Northern Continent. He called the current stage - the calm before the storm, which is only maintained on the surface. The peace in the world is the prelude to great changes unseen in thousands of years."

"You must know that this is an important conclusion made by the Marquis and the Jimena family think tanks based on the current international situation and current situation."

"On the one hand, the power of the remnants of the restoration of the country has continued to expand after accumulating over the years. Those believers who believe in evil gods such as harpies are already overseas..."

As he spoke, the lecturer pointed to the vast ocean on the west side of Port Idar.

"They established their own rule and belief on the overseas islands, and recruited believers in the coastal areas. Under the banner of rebuilding the Holy Brun Empire, they always dreamed of counterattacking the mainland."

"Just a few days ago, several large-scale turmoils occurred in the Kingdom of Iderit. The remaining followers and lackeys of the restoration of the country even caused several brutal massacres in the earl territory northwest of the Kingdom of Iderit. Also It is precisely for this reason that the Jimena family has added a large number of garrison forces on the south bank of the Meyerson River, especially in the coastal area with Idar Port as its core, to prevent the infiltration of the remnants of the restoration of the country."

"On the other hand, due to the weakness and compromise of the Andal royal family, although the Antolian army achieved a major victory on the battlefield of the Principality of Norton, the Kingdom of Walras still occupied the north of the Chiron River. area."

"So, they obviously will not give up their dream of establishing the Great Walrasian Empire and even ruling the entire northern continent."

"Compared to the land under the rule of the Jimena family, after successive wars, the nobles of the Kingdom of Andal have not given up their usual policy of suppression and oppression. Except for Antolia, the princes from all over the kingdom have People are still living in dire straits..."

The lecturer's words lingered and echoed in this temporary classroom located in the north of the city, but... this is precisely the fact in the northern continent today.

Compared with other nobles, Leon knows deeply that only by letting himself live and letting others live can the rule of the Jimena family be continued.

so……

Although he also exploits the surplus value created by his subjects, he also oppresses his subjects to obtain high returns.

But Leon has always framed this behavior within certain limits, which is what people often call sustainable fishing.

The first thing to ensure is sustainability!

It is also under the guidance of this idea that although life in Antolia is not rich, it is already much better than the people in other parts of the kingdom!

Whether life is good or not cannot be judged solely by Antolia.

Because to a large extent, happiness and misfortune are based on comparison.

As the largest collector of refugees in the Kingdom of Andal, compared to the past population structure where local residents made up the absolute majority, the reality of Antolia has already undergone earth-shaking changes.

A large number of refugees from all over the kingdom not only brought more labor to Antolia, but also brought news about what happened in other noble territories.

so……

Although Leon did not do many things to benefit the people, the happiness of the Antolian people also soared during this period!

Especially the refugees!

The people of Antolia may not be sensitive to this because that's how Antolia has always been.

But……

What about the refugees?

How many noble territories have they traveled back and forth? Is there any difference?

Which noble leader can be like Antolia?

It would be nice to have some brown bread! No one else can eat it even if they want to!

There is work to do and money to make.

You can still be full if you work hard!

The life of the citizens of Antolia can be regarded as the first echelon of the living conditions of the citizens in the entire Kingdom of Andal!

so……

Listening to the lecturer's eloquent words, the minds of the students present could not help but reflect the dire living conditions of the people in various parts of the kingdom.

And what Leon wants is this effect!

This is the value recognition of fellow Antolians!

You know, the cohesion of ideas and strength can not only rely on the tradition of Antolia itself, but also rely on bad competition!

Just like this moment.

If someone asks, the citizens living here will probably proudly shout that they are the citizens of Antolia, not the Kingdom of Andal!

This is the pride of Antolian people!

only……

Just talk and scold.

Compared to the simplest emotions of the people of Antolia...

Faced with the news that suddenly came from the eastern countries, Leon, as a lord, had to treat it with caution.

after all……

He is not only the Marquis of Antolia, he is also the patriarch of the Jimena family! (End of chapter)