If you won't make your protégé a member of the invasion, since there are 18 of you, shall we divide them into three squads of six, each?

　Canon murmurs while looking at the names of the military units that will be the main force written on the white board.

　Currently there are three units--Lina's unit, Chloe's unit and the former Demon King's unit.

　The second half of the unification of the north county was a lot of "rule", so there were few troops to manage, but now that things have settled down, it's the perfect time to reorganize.

　If we think about the current situation - the usual thing is to divide them into three units of six people each, as Kanon says, but....

''Which do you think is better, a two-troop formation or a three-troop formation?''
Hmmm........the fewer units there are, the stronger each of them will be.
But the more units we have, the more options we have.

　Kanon and Yataro answer my question with their respective strengths.

'So, which one do you think is better?'
''Hmm........the existence of the military units, especially the ones named here are important, so.......two units that have a better chance of survival, right?''
You're right. Considering the current situation there is no need to expand the area of control, is there?　That's two units.

　Kanon and Yataro choose the same answer.

'Right. I was thinking of forming two squads too.

　I agree with both of them.

"I suppose that's why we should reorganize the group into nine members each?

　Kanon tilts his head as he looks at the white boat.

　Normally, the number of subordinates that would be the main force is 18; if it's two squads, it's organized into nine people each... but I look over the names lined up on the whiteboard.

　Whether it's a person (former demon king, humanity) or a demon - affinity exists.

　For example, if we're considering Kotetsu's feelings, we should pair him up with Lina. In terms of chemistry, Noir and Rouge would also be a set, and Sarah and Cain would also be a set. Chloe, Blue, and Kureha should be a set because of their coordination skills that have been developed over the years. On the other hand, the former Demon King's military and Chloe, Leila, and other military members who are too loyal are the worst match.

　I stood up and approached the white board and began to draw a diagram of the relative relationships of the 18 subordinates.

I'm not going to be able to get rid of them. You're looking well.

　Yataro looks at the relative relationship diagram on the whiteboard and expresses his admiration.

　He then writes the final organization on the whiteboard.

　Unit A: Lina, Kotetsu, Takaharu, Hibiki, Sarah, Cain, Setanta, and Abel.

　Troop B: Chloe, Leila, Blue, Red, Red, Noir, Rouge, Flora, Daquel, Kuleja, and Iain.

　As a result of taking into account the relative relationships and roles - Unit A has 8 men and Unit B has 10.

　Troop B had more people than Troop A, but...

Hmm. Unit A must be stronger than you.
I think it's a good idea.

　Yataro nodded with a smile, and Kanon extended his right hand in agreement.


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　After organizing my troops, I called in my eighteen main military personnel.

I'm going to have to ask you to take this unit and work hard on the invasion from today.

　I give the breakdown of the regrouped troops to my 18 subordinates.

　Some crossed their arms, some smiled, some shook their heads repeatedly, some silently gazed at the breakdown of the troops on the white boat...

What?

　Lina's eyes widened, revealing her surprise.

　Well, it's not unreasonable. Compared to the previous unit, Lina was the only one who had all changed.

''Hm?　What's the matter with you?

　Seeing her grandson's attitude, Kotetsu called out to Lina.

'Yes, no, it's nothing.'
What?　Rina-chan!　Like, you're talking to Zion, but you're talking to your grandfather in an honorific way?

　Sarah calls out to Lina, as if to tease her.

'I mean, you don't call me, the Lord, by some weird name.
You don't say.
Lina I know exactly how you feel.

　When I let out a sigh against Sarah, Takaharu puts his hand on Lina's shoulder with serious eyes and speaks to her.

''.......eh.''
'You don't want to be in the same unit as this a**h*le elf, do you?　It's true that this guy is noisy at all hours of the day. Most of the words he speaks are also unintelligible. And to top it off, his attitude is also the worst....
What?

　Lina's eyes widen and she makes eye contact with Takaharu, but when she hears the abusive language that follows... she is stunned.

''Huh?　Takach, seriously, Manji Manji!
'But hey, believe it or not I've never accidentally shot an ally in the back. The power and accuracy of the magic is not bad. It makes me nervous to put my back to this stupid elf--
'A real swastika!　You're hilarious!　Also, don't tell me you're an a**h*le elf!

　Takaharu and Sarah then start arguing as if it were a matter of schedule.

'Takahara-san, Sara-san. Please calm down. You are in the presence of your master, right?　If you're going to curse, you're going to have to curse me--
"Shut up, punk-ass rabbit!

　Takahar and Sarah do a great hammering of Hibiki, who breaks up the fight.

　--Shut up!

　I forced everyone's mouths shut to keep the scene in check.

'Lina. I know what you're going to say. Are you worried about being in a separate unit from Layla and the others?
'It's not that I'm worried.... It's just........our teamwork.....
'Yes, I do. I see everyone here at work through my smart phone. The coordination of Lina's and Chloe's squads is remarkable. ...you guys you're going to have to work a little harder.

　I finally turn my gaze to Takaharu and the other former Demon Lord's attendants and laugh.

''Then.........!
'The future is expected to be tougher than ever. Now that we've unified the north of the county - we need to aim even higher.
Higher...?
"Absolute loyalty to complete the missions I give you - Troop B, and flexibility and individual strength to defeat the odds - Troop A. Both troops are determined to expand their territory of control in the future. will be indispensable.
You know what I mean by that...?

　Lina looks me in the eye and nods her head silently.

'Does anyone else have an opinion?'

　I look over at the faces of my 18 subordinates.

''Yes!''

　........this guy again. Sarah holds up her hand with an innocent look on her face.

'Who's the leader?'

The leader of Unit A is Rina!
Do I have the right...?
'Based on my overall experience and my previous evaluations. If you don't agree with me, then you have seniority.
Yes, sir. Good luck, everyone.

　Lina, who is named by me, bows her head to the people in Unit A.

''The leader of Troop B is--Chloe!
'Ha!　I'm awed!
''The reason is the same as before, overall experience and reputation so far. And because Chloe is the oldest member of the family. Do you have an opinion?

　When Chloe bows her head reverently, the other subordinates follow suit and bow deeply.

''Lastly, both Troops A and B will be informed of the future course of action.

　I pointed to Himi City on the map spread out in front of me.

For the time being, I want you to proceed with the invasion of the territory that Himi City controls. However, our first priority is not to control the territory we control, but to gain experience. Proceed with the invasion while slowly annihilating the enemy. If you encounter any humans in the territories you control, make sure to kill them. The fact that we are invading Himi City must be kept under wraps. The followers we'll be taking with us must be at least four living mails. At least two of them should be able to use healing magic. The rest is for each of you to discuss and decide.

　Finally, the communication about the invasion was completed with a course of action.