to increase the influence of military decisions in our politics. Fortunately, they are not trying to start new wars, but they want to be prepared for them at all costs. Costs that would have to be paid by ordinary subjects.- Darius did not know which of the two was worse. He always had trouble deciding, because both approaches guaranteed disaster. - The third are the neutralists, who shy away from internal struggles and focus on overall problems and external threats. They have a healthy approach to reality, and moreover, Master Tilion comes from this very environment. Next is the merchant faction, composed mainly of commercial magnates whose main goal is to increase profits. Many of their ideas are very sound and are often, albeit reluctantly, supported by other factions. Of course, after filtering out all elements that would benefit a specific merchant. The last significant faction is the academic circles. They are characterised by extreme pacifism and a desire to transfer all sources of funding from the army to science. Given the current times, ongoing conflicts and extensive armament of other kingdoms, this attitude is irresponsible, to say the least.
-And which faction does master belong to?- Draco was clearly trying to categorise the knowledge he was acquiring in his own way. Darius had noticed some time ago that the dragon had his own thoughts on various topics, but tried to view them through the prism of his mentor. He did not know how good an approach this was.
-Luckily, as an officer of the Guard and Military Advisor to the Grand Master, it is not appropriate for me to openly engage in political games.- Bleist felt a sour expression appear on his face.- Although even if that were not the case, I would not associate myself with one faction. My views on various issues overlap with different currents. For example, I believe it is very important to increase public spending on the further development of trade. However, unlike the merchant faction, I would not invest the income thus obtained in further trade, but would allocate it to strengthening security
