第３０５堀：残滓 (Part2)
Yes, the purpose of this war is the collection of DP.
Unfortunately, the level of civilization in this world is extremely low, and every nation is obsessed with petty border disputes.
Thanks to that, the Hifi Holy Kingdom, where I reside, has repeatedly been invaded and forced to repel those attacks.
It is no exaggeration to say that this small nation has been able to survive solely thanks to Lady Hifi and Lady Comet.
Magic that seems like the work of gods, and the ability to manifest supplies from magical energy.
Without these, it is highly likely that the Hifi Holy Kingdom would have already ceased to exist.
However, even that was nearing its limit.
The DP is gradually running out.
It is a slow but certain decline, and at this rate, maintaining the nation will become impossible.
That is why they summoned me, a person from another world.
As a result, my knowledge has proven useful; it goes without saying that the production of firearms and the dramatic changes in communication methods have tremendously increased the military's strength.
Of course, Lady Comet can also create those magical tools known as magic swords, which is another factor in our increased capabilities.
But the question remains: why declare war on a major power instead of a similar small nation?
The answer is simple.
One can easily imagine that conquering small nations would be simple given our enhanced armaments.
However, in the end, a major power would inevitably intervene.
When a force grows too large, there will always be those who find it displeasing.
That is why I argued that we should strike now, while we are still underestimated as a small nation.
Japan, too, saw its front lines expand until it could no longer manage them, leading to a steady retreat and eventually a state of inferiority due to the depletion of personnel and supplies.
Well, one could say that great war was orchestrated, or perhaps the outcome was decided from the start.
Regardless, the plan is to first declare war on a major power, then retreat after a loss.
If we do that, the opponent will attack us out of a need for retaliation or to save face.
There is a possibility that surrounding small nations might also attack due to the major power's intervention, but all of that would take place within the Hifi Holy Kingdom.
In other words, we can fight from a position of total readiness.
As for DP collection, if the fighting occurs on the soil of the Hifi Holy Kingdom, we can collect DP without Lady Comet having to defeat the enemies herself, which is highly efficient.
Using that DP, we can immediately bolster our supplies and armaments.
By the time we strike outward, the other nations will have already worn down their own military strength to the point of helplessness.
"However, this strategy, and the knowledge to create new things... as expected of Hero Taizo."
"No. I am merely a technician, a researcher."
"Your response remains the same, as always."
"My apologies. I am but a commoner, and I would like to believe that anyone has potential."
"I am not blaming you. However, it pains me that Taizo-dono's knowledge is being used for battle rather than for peace."
"Indeed. My knowledge is currently being used for war. I have my own thoughts on that matter as well. But simply crying out for peace is meaningless if one lacks the strength to enforce it."
That is correct. Even if one cries out for peace, the enemies who invade show no mercy.
I understand all too well that unless we secure the stability of this country and this continent, we won't even be able to voice a call for peace.
Besides, August, who acts as a mediator, has been tacitly approving of the skirmishes between small nations.
I understand that they cannot intervene in every single instance, but since the Hifi Holy Kingdom will soon be able to handle it using our communication technology, we shall have them change their ways.
If we do not, we will be in danger.
Furthermore, Lady Hifi says that the reason I was summoned was not only for the survival of the nation but to protect this world.
I do not know how we are to maintain the world's balance, but first, if the Hifi Holy Kingdom does not accumulate power, it will all end as nothing more than a pipe dream.
I desire peace, but I have no intention of thoughtlessly shouting for it while enemies are pointing weapons at me.
First, I will remove the danger.