King-Chapter 1098 - 162, 1 Copper Coin Tax_2

Facing the rapidly moving Bimon Cavalry, the only forces in the Kingdom that could contend with them were the Magical Beast Legion and the Knight Corps.

Unfortunately, the Magical Beast Legion was disbanded after the war, and the Knight Corps were individually controlled by each Major Noble.

As a core military force for everyone, it was not possible for Hudson to be in control for an extended period.

"Indeed, things are getting uneasy, but this also indirectly confirms the outstanding performance of the Kingdom’s Intelligence Department.

Had the infighting not been so intense, the Bimon Clan wouldn’t have moved to the frontlines to lay their roots.

Next, it all depends on our speed of fortification building. As long as we can establish our fortresses, there shouldn’t be any issues in the short term.

After all, the Bimon wouldn’t want to waste their cavalry on sieging cities!"

During the conversation, Hudson suppressed his smile.

He knew the Orcs wouldn’t just sit back and watch their development, yet he hadn’t expected the enemy to react so swiftly.

The only consolation was that the Bimon clan, as newcomers and neighbors, were probably equally reluctant.

Regardless of whatever results might be obtained, war inevitably led to death. With the Bimon clan already short on people, could they afford more losses?

If their clan members were wiped out, impressive military achievements would only hasten their decline. The emerging Royal Families that would replace their position surely wouldn’t want to see them rise again.

Praising the "remarkable work of the Intelligence Department" wasn’t just about gathering intelligence but inciting infighting among the Orcs.

How much the Kingdom’s Intelligence Department had contributed to the Orcs’ internal strife was unclear, but the Orcs had indeed started slaughtering each other.

Even though Hudson believed that this conflict primarily stemmed from inadequate resources, as the tribes needed to stock up more food for winter and thus instigated a major war at this moment.

"The Marshal has considerations which is good, mainly because the shadow of the Bimon clan looms large over everyone; knowing this news probably means many will lose sleep," Duke Newfoundland said cheerfully.

Sometimes, a failure in probing can also be a benefit. Hudson didn’t cry for help or complain which, for the Kingdom, was the best news.

It had only been a few months since the last war ended, every part of the Kingdom was still in the process of recovering and it was truly not suitable for another round of war.

The episode passed in a flash, and no one knew Hudson was merely forcing himself to appear composed on the surface; internally, he was as anxious as everyone else.

Being in a high position, he now had to remain composed. If he, the Commander in Chief, were to falter, the Nobles who had yet to heavily enter the Near East might be scared off.

Without these people joining, relying solely on the Koslow Family’s investments would not even guarantee the defense of Silver Moon Port, let alone developing the Near East.

After briefly interacting with the other big shots at the banquet, Hudson stepped up to the center of the banquet. Anyone with a shred of perceptiveness realized something significant was about to be announced, and everyone quieted down.

"Sorry to disrupt everyone’s enjoyment.

Mainly because it’s rare for us all to gather together, and if we miss this opportunity, who knows when we will be able to communicate again.

I am very pleased that New Moon Port could open ahead of schedule, and I believe everyone feels the same.

Thanks to the strong support from all sides, we were able to finish the port’s construction ahead of time. I won’t say more thanks.

The Kingdom is a whole, and everyone here is one of our own. Since we are all insiders, there’s no need for excessive formalities.

I know many Lords from the inland areas are anxious about tax issues, as developing new territories inevitably involves material transportation.

As the most important port in the Near East, New Moon Port will certainly become a major logistics hub going forward.

As Lords, taxes certainly need to be collected, but since we’re all insiders, there’s no need to be overly concerned with profiting from it.

To better develop the Near East, I think a symbolic One Copper Coin tax per transaction for everyone’s goods entering and leaving New Moon Port will suffice.

Regardless of the quantity of goods, as long as they belong to your caravans, from the moment they land at the port until they leave the Snow Moon Territory, a symbolic One Copper Coin transit tax will be all that’s required!"

As soon as Hudson’s words fell, the banquet erupted in excitement. A One Copper Coin transit tax, how is that different from not charging at all?

Hudson, possessing this golden waterway, unexpectedly proposed not to levy taxes, surprising everyone.

All the Noble Lords present couldn’t help but rejoice; this was a real concession in terms of gold and silver. Without high transit taxes, it meant that their territory development costs would be greatly reduced.

"Your Marshal, how long will the One Copper Coin tax last?" Viscount Caryo asked with concern.

Having witnessed the rise of the Mountain Domain, he had more faith in Hudson than many others. Knowing that Hudson was going all out to develop the Near East, he was the first to ask his uncle, Earl Piers, to apply for development rights in the Near East.

Even the location of his domain was deliberately chosen near the Snow Moon Territory through the influence of the Dalton Family.

It wasn’t to leech off the popularity of the Snow Moon Territory; everyone had just started, and it wasn’t about good or bad development. Choosing this geographical location was purely for the convenience of seeking help from the Snow Moon Territory in case of an Orc invasion.

"The Kingdom has exempted taxes in the Near East for thirty years. For the next thirty years, the Snow Moon Territory will implement the One Copper Coin transit tax.

After thirty years, it will mainly depend on the Kingdom’s tax rate. If the tax exemption policy continues, the One Copper Coin tax will also continue."

Hudson replied cheerfully.

A ready-made platform to gain prestige, he wouldn’t miss such an opportunity.

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