A Platoon of Mages

"The Kingdom Affairs and Labour Ministry would like to have some input if possible." The Lackey asked and Jin nodded his head, practically overriding the ministers that were on the table at the rate they were going. He could see that the ministers were furious but they were controlling themselves because they feared Jin killing them in an instant.

"Is Your Majesty looking to expand into the Northern Lands?" 

"Once preparations are complete and the kingdom is self sufficient, yes." 

"Can I humbly ask what is the estimated timeline of the invasion based on what you have seen for the past few days?" The lackey asked and Jin shot back the question at him.

"I apologise but I cannot estimate without fully understanding the developments you can bring. However, if you insist on a timeline, I say about one year."