Chapter 44
The Second Race War, which erupted in the year 744 of the Sedeth Calendar, dragged on for decades.
When war continues for a long time, lives are devastated.
Refugees emerge, losing their homes and wandering, while those who should be working in their trades head to the battlefield.
As the workforce dwindles, production decreases. With reduced production, taxes also drop.
Additionally, the decreasing number of soldiers and knight orders protecting the cities was a serious issue.
The very foundation of the promise “pay taxes and receive protection” was shaken, causing unrest among the citizens.
That was the reason why the mercenary profession began to rise.
In truth, the mercenary profession existed long before, but it wasn’t particularly popular.
Whether it was monsters attacking the city or demons appearing nearby, soldiers and knights could usually handle it, making mercenaries essentially an off-season side job where people did trivial favors for others.