You were made to farm, and now you're the emperor of an empire?

Chapter 364 Living off a woman?

As far as Roman knew, Tashina was doing very well in the military camp.

She holds a prestigious position and is a superhuman in action. Although she doesn't have command authority, she enjoys a high degree of freedom. She interacts with various brigades every day.

Within just twenty days, all the soldiers knew that the phoenix had landed among the crows.

The military naturally admires the strong, and Princess White Steel's martial arts competition within the army, showcasing her strength, won everyone's admiration.

Tashina also gleaned insights into the operational principles of the Valley Army from this.

Although productivity was low in the Middle Ages, the concept of a professional army existed.

The ancient Sinnoh Empire, hundreds of years ago, was a highly advanced civilization with a large standing army that guarded its territory during the Dark Ages.

But no one in history has changed the nature of the army as thoroughly as Roman.

All actions must be carried out under command, all spoils must be turned over to the public, and all looting is strictly prohibited.

Iron discipline has forged an army with extremely high discipline.

Tasina couldn't see the purpose of these military disciplines for the time being, but she knew that for the army, obedience and combat effectiveness were linked.

Those who can withstand harsh and brutal military discipline will inevitably possess stronger combat capabilities.

Furthermore, Roman established a think tank system responsible for the military's propaganda and education mission.

In Tahithina's view, think tanks are like clerics accompanying soldiers, comforting them, relieving their stress, and providing spiritual support.

A conscripted army with accompanying missionaries can increase its combat effectiveness by at least 50%, enabling them to fight more difficult battles, suffer higher casualties, and sometimes achieve unexpected results.

What she valued most was Roman's reform of the military system.

With its efficient and clear command system, clear division of responsibilities, fair rewards and punishments, and reasonable promotion system, all noble armies appear extremely backward and laughable in comparison.

She refreshed Roman's worldview, but then the River Valley Army refreshed it as well.

The military can do this?!

Roman felt that the River Valley Army still needed to be tempered. They were like a piece of rough steel; although they had been forged and refined, and their sharpness and hardness were considerable, they were still somewhat crude.

Tashina was still shocked.

She felt that this was a flawless army, more dazzling than diamonds.

It is a treasure unparalleled in the world!

With this army, what in the world can stop her!
Princess Stainless Steel's desires gradually intensified.

Just then, the King of the Valley invited her to his manor for a chat.

……

As soon as the two kings met, Tashina quickly learned of Roman's thoughts.

Your Highness, let's collect some gold coins!

Roman didn't say it, but Tasina understood.

She was rich and had resources, and she brought a great deal of resources with her when she came, with the aim of exchanging benefits with Roman.

She contacted some officers of the River Valley Army, privately promising them great rewards in an attempt to poach Roman's men, but unfortunately no one agreed. Those men were unbelievably loyal, it was almost unbelievable.

Tashina now learns that Roman lacks resources.

Her first thought was surprise, ecstasy, and overwhelming joy!
You pretentious bastard, you've finally shown your true colors!
"Marry me!" she said decisively. "All my wealth will be at your disposal."

Hurry up and marry me!

Give me your precious baby again!
Tashina watched Roman's every move intently, scrutinizing his attitude and thoughts.

Roman said calmly, "Your Highness, you misunderstand. I have no intention of selling myself." Tashina frowned, "I don't want your body, just give me a child."

Roman was momentarily speechless.

I don't know if he's too conservative or Tasina is too open-minded.

But in Origin City, he can sleep with anyone, even the dogs on the street, but he can't sleep with Tashina.

The others were not of equal status to Roman, so no one would object if he exercised his right of first night. There would definitely be a large group of farm girls waiting for his favor with great anticipation. If he disliked the farm girls, the witches would also be a good choice.

Shasta and Margaret could serve him at the same time. Margaret didn't mind, but Shasta was somewhat resistant. But if he insisted, it wasn't impossible.

Two Fiji Cups have no right to object to sleeping in the same bed with him!

Roman outwardly showed them respect, even inviting them to sit at the table during meals.

And they never do things like, "You're actually eating?"

Firstly, he has no time to waste on women; secondly, it would sow the seeds of future problems for his rule.

It's one thing for him to be irresponsible towards others, but to be irresponsible towards Tasina is just asking for trouble.

The Oak Duke, a dozen high-ranking knights, and hundreds of mid-ranking knights behind the White Steel Princess are no pushovers.

Once the two people unite, it is equivalent to the merging of two forces.

But Roman could not accept someone who could be his equal.

Once he accepts her, he is even less likely to use political means or conspiracies to harm her.

In Origin City, marriage is extremely sacred. Roman forcibly matched hundreds of couples three or four years ago to establish the foundation of marriage, and no one has violated this rule since.

Roman may disregard marriage laws, but as a monarch, any act of willful capriciousness will sow the seeds of future trouble—he has an obsessive-compulsive tendency in this regard, striving for perfection.

Even if marrying Tashina and then secretly eliminating her would be the best option, he would never do it; it would go against his nature.

"You can't even give me the child. The only outcome between us is for you to kneel down."

Tashina has a strong and aloof personality, but she's starting to lose her composure.

You're just a kept man, aren't you?!

She looked at Roman intently. She did have feelings for Roman, but they remained only at the level of admiration.

If a marriage alliance is not possible, settling for a less desirable option is acceptable.

“Sell me the River Valley Army, and I’ll sell you a large battalion for 10,000 gold coins.” Tashina had already figured out Roman’s army structure by now.

The entire brigade consists of 300 people, and at an average price of 33 gold coins per person, it is an astronomical price.

This time it was Roman's turn to lose his temper. Do you know what you're saying?

“That’s not something to be traded. Princess, I will not betray my army!”

Tashina coldly replied, "Lord Roman, you'll never get my wealth unless you kneel before me! Kneel before me once, and I'll give you ten thousand gold coins! I always keep my word!"

She was secretly furious. Did he really think she had no temper? I have status, a great figure, and noble blood. The men willing to marry me could line up from Blackburg to Dragonburg. My family's wealth is at least in the millions of gold coins. I came all this way to play with you, and you treat me like I'm invisible!
Roman's expression also turned somewhat unpleasant. He rarely experienced being resisted these days, and Tashina actually dared to use his words to retort to him.

The atmosphere in the hall immediately became tense, and neither of them was willing to back down, due to their personalities.

Finally, Roman sighed. They were allies now, and the other party had come all the way to help him defend the city. There was no need to make things so tense.

"I disagree with both of these requests. Let's try something else."

Tashina calmed down upon hearing this. She possessed a strong inner strength; she cleared away her negative emotions and began to consider what kind of exchange she could make.

She has no shortage of high-end combat power, but she lacks ordinary infantry to fill the gaps.

(End of this chapter)