The sudden Conscription Order stirred up a huge uproar within the Kingdom. Sensitive Nobles immediately sensed a change in the situation in the Near East.
But some things, once started, can't be turned back.
When the situation seemed favorable, many had wagered on the Near East, and resources invested had been transformed into Castles, farmland, and pastures; now, it wasn't possible to simply disengage.
The Major Nobles had to pay even closer attention to political influences, unable to withdraw in such uncertain times; they had to continue increasing their stakes instead.
Only with continuous resource investments from the Big Shots could those below be put at ease.
Hudson's mansion suddenly became a hive of activity; every day, representatives of Major Nobles visited, hoping to gain more intelligence.
In this regard, Hudson was very generous. Whenever friends came asking, he provided them with detailed intelligence.
