The results weren't in vain, at least the pond could be used for breeding fish. And if a drought were to occur, they would have additional water reserves at their disposal.
The progress on the bamboo fences was not very smooth either. The marshland was too full of silt, and once dug to a certain depth, it would collapse. So, a lot of effort was needed for stabilization.
It was a good opportunity to show Baron Caryo the difficulties of developing the marshlands, so as to dispel the Dalton family's doubts.
"Master, something terrible has happened! Lizard Beasts appeared in the marshland, and some of the slaves were dragged into the mud unsuspectingly."
Receiving the bad news from the steward, Hudson was not annoyed but secretly rejoiced. The incident happened just in time.
The tracks of the Lizard Beasts had been found long ago, but the clearance team had only been operating on the marginal areas of the marsh and had not encountered them yet.
