7.Attack.

After the meeting was over, a man in very simple clothes came into the room, which was very striking. It was one of the scouts who immediately caught Amadeus' attention. He was holding a stack of documents and looked worried.

"My lord, the group we have been following is preparing to make a raid," the scout said quickly, without any further ado.

"Do you know whose group it is?" asked Amadeus, trying to assess the scale of the threat.

"Yes, the list of nobles and merchants will be ready by tomorrow morning. But we already know that this group has a fairly extensive structure and support," the scout replied, unfolding the documents he had brought.

"How many of them are there, what kind of equipment do they have, where are they staying?" Amadeus continued to ask.

"As for the number, it's almost a thousand people. They are well-equipped for bandits, although it is difficult to compare them with us, and it is clear that they belong to many groups. They stopped about fifty kilometers from us," the scout added.

"Okay, go get ready," Amadeus let the scout go, realizing that this was a good situation for his soldiers to train.

After that, Amadeus called the officers who were present in the camp, and together they discussed the situation. The decision was made quickly - they decided to attack first to destroy the potential threat before the bandits could launch their raid.

Two hours later, with the sun high in the sky, 800 fully equipped guards were already standing by large wagons, ready to move out. Amadeus, dressed in battle armor, climbed onto one of the carts, as his height did not allow him to ride a horse, and addressed his men:

"Show me what your training is worth!" Amadeus said.

The guards responded with a loud shout, demonstrating their readiness for battle. They set off, moving quickly but carefully so as not to be spotted prematurely.

On the way to the place where the enemies had stopped, Amadeus carefully considered the strategy. It was important to use the element of surprise to their advantage. They had to attack from several directions at the same time to demoralize the enemy and break their resistance.

As they approached the enemy, Amadeus gave the signal to divide into three groups: two flanking and one central group. They were to attack simultaneously to create chaos among the enemy.

Amadeus' unit, consisting of 800 well-equipped guards, approached the bandit camp. The air was tense, every soldier was ready for battle, waiting for his leader's signal. Amadeus knew that the element of surprise was their main advantage, and they had to use it to the fullest.

The bandit camp was located in a valley surrounded by dense forest. More than a thousand bandits occupied this camp; their tents and fires were scattered around. They were armed with a variety of weapons, from swords and spears to crossbows, but their organization was chaotic and disorganized, especially compared to Amadeus' disciplined bodyguards.

At Amadeus' signal, the three groups of guards split up and began to creep up on the camp from three directions. The flanking groups on the left and right moved through the woods, trying to take up positions for a flanking attack, while the center group remained in place, ready for a direct attack.

Suddenly, the silence was broken by the sharp sound of a bugle, signaling the start of the attack. All three groups simultaneously rushed into the camp. The flanking groups quickly penetrated the camp, attacking the bandits from the sides and creating chaos. The central group crashed into the camp from the front, breaking down the bandits' defense.

At this time, Amadeus stayed away with his personal guard. He was periodically present during such operations because he wanted to get used to the realities of this world as quickly as possible. He also used his personal presence to evaluate how they were implementing what they had been taught.

A fierce battle ensued. The guards, armed with heavy shields and spears, with swords for close combat, acted in concert, covering each other and moving forward as a single unit. Their shiny armor reflected the sunlight, creating a spectacle that struck fear into the hearts of their enemies. Each sword strike and shield movement was part of the careful training they had undergone and the experience they had gradually accumulated.

The bandits, taken by surprise, tried to organize resistance, but their attempts were in vain. They were less disciplined, and their ranks quickly broke down under the onslaught of organized and well-trained guards. Shouts, clanging weapons and screams of the wounded filled the air.

One of the bandit leaders, seeing the collapse of his forces, tried to escape but was stopped by a group of guards. His head on a spear added even more panic to the bandits. Most of them began to run, leaving their positions and weapons behind. The guards began to call on the bandits to surrender.

A few hours later, the battle ended, with Amadeus winning. The rest of the bandits were captured or killed. The battlefield was covered with the bodies of the enemies and fragments of their equipment. Amadeus' bodyguards, though exhausted, stood with their heads held high, knowing that they had accomplished their mission.

Despite all the circumstances, many of the guards were injured. Medical teams were already rushing to them. If not for the medical teams, given the experience of those who had been soldiers before becoming slaves, 50% of the wounded would have either died or been unable to continue being soldiers.

Fortunately, this time there were no fatalities, although there were a dozen seriously wounded who would most likely not be able to continue their service. But the guards around them were not too upset, because Amadeus' attitude towards the dead and wounded, which they have seen over the years of their service, creates confidence that no matter what happens, they and their families, which some have already started, will not be left to fend for themselves.

This was followed by clearing the battlefield. Scouts were sent back to the camp to send additional manpower. The teams began collecting weapons, equipment and valuables left over from the battle to use them in further military operations or to give them to those in need. The captured bandits were first treated and then escorted to a camp, where they were either forced to do hard labor or participate in medical experiments.

Two days later, the battlefield was cleared. Everything was either taken away or burned. Amadeus returned to the camp and began to inspect the supplies he was preparing to begin his plan to build his state. He realized that in order to create a strong and stable state, he needed to have significant resources.

As he inspected his stockpiles, Amadeus paid attention to every detail: the food warehouses were filled with grain and other foods that had been processed or processed ; the stores were overflowing with ammunition: arrows, crossbow bolts, and ballista bolts; the stockpiles of medicine and medical equipment were replenished through the efforts of the production teams.

The most important thing Amadeus noticed was a large supply of what looked like rebar and large barrels of Roman cement sealed with a wax. These were the materials that would lay the foundation for his first city and the state as a whole. Amadeus knew that without a solid infrastructure, it was impossible to create a stable and long-lasting state.

Amadeus used his background in history, management, and strategic planning to allocate these resources effectively. He had a plan in his head to organize teams of builders and engineers to develop the city's infrastructure, from the foundations to the defensive walls and reservoirs.

He paid special attention to the quality of materials and the construction process. Roman cement was known for its strength and durability, making it an ideal choice for creating a solid foundation for future development. Rebar was needed to support and strengthen the building structures, ensuring their stability and safety.

After finishing his work in the warehouse, he went to the specialized warehouse managed by Martin. This warehouse housed mechanics and the specialists they needed. He approached Martin and asked:

"How is the development of simple mechanisms for construction going?"

Martin stopped what he was doing, looked up from his papers, and greeted Amadeus:

"Hello, Lord Amadeus. The development is going according to plan. We are successfully testing simple mechanisms for construction. Our mechanics are working at full capacity, and we already have the first prototypes that we have been able to test. They show good results in terms of efficiency and reliability."

Martin moved closer to Amadeus and prepared some diagrams and drawings on a tablet to demonstrate:

"Here are some ideal options that we have made for lifting heavy loads and for rapid material placement. They're simple in design, but we're also working on their durability and ability to scale up as needed."

Martin looked at Amadeus with obvious confidence in his words, showing that his team was ready for any challenges that might arise during the construction of the city.

Amadeus was satisfied. He got out and walked to the center of the camp. At that moment, the gates opened and freight wagons began to enter, one after another, delivering goods. New slaves were coming along. Amadeus heard,

/Ding/

The sound of a system that hadn't made itself felt for several years.

/The system has found a very talented scientist among these slaves. I strongly advise you to pay attention to him and to maximize his talent./

A photograph of a man appeared before his eyes. Amadeus was shocked, because he considered Martin talented because of his achievements and the creation of various mechanisms, but the system never responded to him. Amadeus was afraid to imagine what kind of talent it would take to get the system interested.

While he was thinking about everything in his head, he was physically walking towards the convoy and started looking for this person. But, despite the fact that he examined everyone who was brought in, he never found the scientist.

When he found the person in charge, he asked if all the slaves were moving around outside. He heard that there was one slave who was on the verge of death. When he went there, he saw a boy of 15 years old, very thin, bleeding and unconscious. Amadeus became worried and ordered him to be taken to the doctors' building.

After some time, it turned out that the boy was relatively stable: it was just that the hunger and the wounds he had received had begun to inflame. Having cleaned him, treated all his wounds and changed his clothes, all that was left was to wait. Amadeus, being nearby, closely followed the treatment, hoping that this guy would be able to cope with his serious condition and perhaps become an important resource for his plans.

While the doctors worked on the boy, Amadeus returned to his duties. He continued to plan the construction and organization of the future city, which was to be his first major project in creating a stable and prosperous state. He assigned further tasks to his subordinates to ensure the efficient use of resources and to maintain order in the camp. He knew there was still much to be done, but his determination and strategic approach gave him the confidence to achieve his goal.

A few days later, the guy's condition improved significantly. His physical condition was stable and he began to recover. Amadeus decided to talk to him personally. He tried to find out more about his background and possible skills that could be useful for his projects. It seems that the guy had some knowledge of medicine and was interested in anatomy.

Every day, Amadeus felt that his plans were getting closer to being realized. He worked to create a solid foundation for his new state, which was to become a model of stability and prosperity. His teams continued to work on projects, organize logistics, and secure all the necessary resources.

Amadeus began to plan the next steps for infrastructure development: roads, water supply, sewerage, and continued to research various technologies and innovations that could be applied to his project. He understood that every aspect had to be carefully planned and organized to ensure the success and prosperity of his state.

Every day, as Amadeus surveyed his supplies and worked on new ideas, he felt his vision begin to come to life. The boy he had rescued was gradually recovering and began to demonstrate his abilities. Although his knowledge of medicine was not extensive, once he acquired the knowledge, he learned it with incredible speed, although his fascination with the human body alarmed many people. Although it was rather disturbing to see how enthusiastically he was conducting autopsies on the bodies he had access to. Amadeus was not bothered by this, firstly, these bodies are already dead, and secondly, as a modern man, he understands that this is one of the fastest ways of progress in the medical field that is available to him, except for experiments on living people. 

Every day, new opportunities and challenges became part of his life, and Amadeus remained committed to his goals, striving to create a state that would become a home for him and the people he loves.