System: Build My Own Territory Chapter 907 - 277: Wildfire (10,000) (Part 4)

Even though Carlo was appointed to lead another spy contingent and positioned within Triumph City to dispatch intelligence back to his own territory promptly after its collection, a considerable amount of time would still be required.

This is due to Triumph City's location in the central Karedi Empire, which is exceedingly distant from his territory situated in the Southern Border Land.

Despite Lynn's feeling of helplessness, the current conditions of his territory offered no alternative.

Establishing a center for intelligence gathering proved to be far more complex than initially imagined.

The designated location for collecting and consolidating intelligence was settled upon: the Hunter's Riverside Rest Tavern at the Fisherman's Wharf in Kakasong City.

The pigeons necessary for transmitting intelligence were also secured.

However, the crucial need for professional trainers to train these pigeons remained.

The fundamental principle behind pigeon post relies on the pigeons' innate, strong homing instinct.

These birds can identify directions using various methods, such as celestial navigation and magnetic fields, and can even memorize their living environment, ultimately allowing them to accurately find their way back to their nest.

But at this current moment,

the 'Pigeon Nest' was still under construction, and the pigeons were being kept confined in cages.

Therefore, they could not be utilized for pigeon post in the immediate future.

The most significant gap in intelligence gathering was the lack of personnel to actually collect the information.

As of now,

Lynn had yet to discover suitable and competent individuals to command the scouts and oversee the intelligence collection center.

At its core, a robust intelligence collection center functions as a network of human relationships.

This network operates silently in the shadows, extending like delicate silk threads to every nook, cranny, town, and village.

Each point within this network demands an individual of extreme importance.

These individuals might be idle wanderers within the city, subtly gleaning fragmented information from everyday conversations.

Alternatively, they could be advisors frequenting noble mansions, privy to firsthand confidential decisions made at the highest levels.

These agents might not know one another and could have no direct connection.

Yet, they remain intrinsically linked within this encompassing web.

All the intelligence gathered is continuously funneled back to the central hub, ultimately reaching him as the Lord.

Through this mechanism,

even while remaining within his own territory,

he could keenly perceive the unfolding situations via intelligence reports and formulate strategies with a clear mind!

From this, one can readily appreciate the immense difficulty involved in establishing a comprehensive intelligence collection center.

This undertaking cannot be achieved through the sole efforts of one individual.

He requires a broad spectrum of loyal supporters to become integral parts of this clandestine intelligence network.

Progress would necessarily be gradual, achieved step by laborious step.

As his thoughts drifted, Lynn recalled Gasper's report concerning the Ducas Clan's assault on Spirit Reef Port.

Gasper was uncertain whether Marquis Leo Polk aligned with Prince Caesar Carolinian, nor did he possess such knowledge.

However, he harbored a strong suspicion that

the Ducas Clan initiated the conflict based on instructions from Mark's ally, Prince Mitchell Carolinian!

This suspicion was further fueled by the fact that Marquis Leo Polk was a known supporter of Prince Caesar Carolinian's faction!

Otherwise,

why would Mark dare to boldly deploy thirty thousand soldiers from the Sword and Shield Corps

to attack a city occupied by another Marquis during such a politically charged period?

The very existence of a Marquis signifies formidable military might, political influence, economic clout, and deep-rooted social and cultural standing!

A Marquis commands vast territories, substantial labor forces, and benefits from generations of accumulated wealth and power.

Furthermore, they possess significant numbers of armed soldiers.

The Great Lord Nobility cherishes its dignity and pride above all else.

Who among them would willingly witness their lands and cities being invaded and passively endure such an affront?

The outbreak of war between two Marquises invariably sends shockwaves through the Empire's political landscape and disrupts its established order.

There exists a substantial probability that it could act as the catalyst, fully igniting the brewing imperial power struggle.

Effectively becoming the spark that sets the imperial conflict ablaze!

The era of widespread warfare within the Karedi Empire was on the precipice of commencing!

Lynn's gaze swept past Lord's Square, extending towards the horizon.

The setting sun burned with a fiery intensity, as if setting the entire firmament ablaze.

Flames, reminiscent of war's relentless spread, engulfed the sky.

Witnessing this spectacle, Lynn's expression shifted subtly.

For the common populace, war represents the bleakest of times.

Amidst the cacophony of gunfire, homes are reduced to rubble, and families are torn asunder.

They are left to merely strive for survival, caught between gnawing hunger and pervasive fear.

Yet, for a Lord possessing some measure of military strength, such turmoil presents a monumental opportunity.

Lords can leverage these chaotic circumstances to expand their territories and augment their power.

They can seize valuable resources, consolidate populations, enhance their prestige, and amass greater wealth amidst the Empire's unraveling order!

As a Lord commanding nearly four thousand fully armed soldiers,

Lynn, naturally, harbored his own ambitions and desires!

Should a suitable opportunity present itself, he would not hesitate to mobilize his forces to seize wealth and influence.

As for the intended targets...

They would undoubtedly be the surrounding towns near Morgan Town and Kakasong City.The neighboring towns are insignificant and not worth mentioning. Kakasong City alone boasts a population ranging from forty to fifty thousand individuals! This represents a vast pool of potential labor! If the opportunity arises to completely take over both Kakasong City and its surrounding towns, he can then fully utilize the formidable walls of Kakasong City as a defensive structure. Encompassing all the land around Kakasong City, he can establish it as his domain. Subsequently, by employing his newly developed cultivation tools, employing advanced agricultural techniques, and utilizing high-yield crop seeds,