Lorne's analysis is clearly very sensible. The most feared issue during a military campaign is when the front lines are fighting while logistics encounter problems. After hearing Lorne's explanation, everyone in the tent nodded in agreement.
"Now the question is, do we need to train these peasants to grasp some basic combat skills, like the long spear thrust?" Duke Hagen continued, not quite understanding. In his view, since these peasants are not yet useful, why not take this opportunity to train them well?
The tent fell silent; Duke Hagen was somewhat puzzled. He continued to ask, "Why is no one speaking? I know these refugees are not all strong and robust, but can't we select those who are strong and smart?"
Neither Lorne, Aldred, Fulcard, nor any other great noble uttered a word, especially the Quartermaster managing logistics, who opened his mouth, looked up at Duke Hagen, then lowered his head without daring to speak.
