Roland walked up to Alina, familiarly patted her on the shoulder, and teased softly:
"Why thank me? I should be thanking you."
"Although most of these tens of thousands are the elderly, women, and children, they are not burdens."
"The elderly have rich experience, women can proliferate the population, and children are the hope of the future. They are all useful people."
Roland wasn't just comforting Alina.
At any time, population is the most precious resource.
Although some resources cannot be monetized immediately, they can be long-term investments.
Even if it was just to have Alina's wholehearted dedication, he would take these people in.
Besides, among these people, there were many disciples of old masters.
These are all scarce talents.
As for the shock of friendly nations, Roland didn't care at all.
Once he got a firm foothold, he would escort Alina to the Freedom City of Avestra to reclaim power.
He was set on offending the Jin Yuan Kingdom.
