I ate my lunch quietly. I haven't even had this calm the past few days. I finished everything, people come in and out of this house. Then my mind that keeps working on getting loyal subordinates is a stroke of luck.
The wine produced by corruption, however, is still delicious, even though the corruptor is dead. For those who dare to invade my territory I will make sure they will get their revenge.
Akion was too stiff, whereas my mind wasn't. It was fortunate to be in Akion's body with my brain capacity. Maybe, now they are busy making what I designed.
I twirled the wine glass while remembering what happened yesterday.
"We will farm with water!"
Their faces looked disbelieving. They even thought I was crazy.
"Plants with only water…are you crazy? Surely the plant will rot!"
"Do you think it's just a lotus flower?"
Yes, maybe that's how they think. However, I replied with a grin. They looked wary, had doubts but were obedient to their rulers.
It's natural for them to doubt because this technology exists on earth.
To my knowledge, these people live like the sixteenth century on Earth.
Their technology was lagging behind due to relying too much on magic. Anything with magic. I want magic and technology to develop. That magic makes things easier. Putting it to good use will make life a million times easier.
"The most important thing for plants is the nutrients," I said.
Their expressions changed, some nodded. That's basic knowledge for farmers, there are no nutrients, then the plants will be difficult to grow.
"And more importantly water, right?" I asked for their opinion. Water is a solvent of nutrients for plants to absorb them properly.
"Therefore, we will plant using water. If done correctly, then the plant will not rot. Oh, yeah, can you see the design I drew?" I looked at them with confidence.
They flipped through the pages quickly as if they couldn't believe it, then looked at it closely again for a long time.
"This is amazing. New thoughts!" said one of the men. Looks like the guy's name is George, he's the head of the farmers here. His response certainly pleased me.
"George, this is indeed an amazing thing. We can plant without soil. Yes, the land here is very barren!" The man beside him patted George on the shoulder hard.
Their conversation grew louder and busier. The five people were busy discussing by themselves without remembering me.
I let it, I assume this is their fighting spirit that will fulfill my wish. I will make a very extensive and advanced hydroponics so that my territory is not left behind. Then the rulers will be jealous and move back.
"Ah! "George seemed to have realized I was watching them. "Forgive me, my lord. I'm just too impressed with this concept. We can produce millions of agricultural produce with just this!"
I nodded.
"This is a new invention discovered by our ruler! A genius!" George's eyes lit up, he marveled at me. I'm ashamed of the praise, because I'm not the real inventor. Forgive me, William Frederick Gericke, the inventor of the hydroponic method.
In fact, everyone in the room turned into admiration for me.
"Our master is a swordmaster and a genius in many ways. Long live Young master Akion Naal Sanktessy!"
"Long live Young master Akio Naal Sanktessy!" Everyone in the room screamed and clapped.
An uncomfortable feeling creeps up my back. I can only accept it with that uncomfortable feeling.
**
"Master Akion, for the new security forces, I have already refined them and trained their physiques." Levian reported his work.
I remained busy swinging the wooden sword in my hand.
"Most of them are teenagers," Levian continued. "Good! Train them physically even harder."
Youth is a gift. When you are young, anything is possible. Even so, their physical abilities, they will continue to increase beyond their minds.
"I have already sent a letter to Melian, Mister Akion." I saw Levian looking doubtful from the slash of my rapidly swinging sword.
"What is it?"
"There is a letter from Master. Einsh."
I stopped swinging the sword, I saw Levian straight and stretched out my hand. Levian gave the letter nicely, the seal was still neat.
There was an image of a forest of darkness on it which was not very good family crest.
Dark forests are more likely to be negative. Isn't this symbol like mocking? I shrugged my shoulders subconsciously.
I opened the letter and immediately read it.
Year 1674, month of Zeus 12
Akion, my son. I want to convey a message of urgency to you.
I got a letter from Count Invit, your uncle, a few days ago. He asked for the payment of the debt. I hope you will go to your uncle's place. Aurus and your uncle's territory are very close. Please let us know that we are asking for additional time to pay off our debt.
Forgive your father, Akion. Ask for time until Harzem returns.
Greetings from your Father, Baron Einsh Naal Sanktessy.
I touched my forehead unconsciously, a long breath coming out of my mouth, it is indeed a very suffering area.
In my memory, Count Ivnit was an arrogant and greedy person. What is done is often beyond the limits of human reason. Isn't it dangerous for his uncle to make Akion his subordinate? I really don't want to.
"Young master, are you all right?" I shot a bullet-fast glance at Levian, a worried look on his face.
"We have to go to the Ivnit territory in two days," I said.
Levi nodded calmly. I walked past him with stifled annoyance.
"Irritating." I half whispered.
But the sharp ears of a soldier like Levian, could hear it and that made his expression change for a second.
Akion wouldn't say that.
**
I took off all my clothes and stepped into the bath which had been prepared with warm water with the fresh scent of a mixture of pine and lemon.
In the bath, my heavy mind kept eroding away, like it was melting in this warm water. Being a strong person is not easy. Be a leader too.
Naturally, when I was in Indonesia, many people who had become leaders looked older with whiter hair.
"Ah never mind." I submerged my whole body into the tub. Hope to feel calm.
After I finished taking a shower, I put on my bathrobe and lay down on my bed. I traced all the tasks, and imagined a trip to Invit territory later.
Ogre.
I'll definitely be fighting that monster a lot. I've only seen it on television and comics. A hint of curiosity ran through my mind quickly, making me a little excited. Then I remembered about the words of the law of the jungle. I laughed, laughed at all the irony.
"Damn jungle law!" I'm annoyed.
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