New World, Fortis Kingdom, Ranch Territory.
Ars is currently together with Mito Ikumi and Yoshino Yuki to visit the farm area to check the cowshed which is currently under construction. Ikumi is a woman who currently holds the position of Head of the Livestock Department while Yoshino holds the position of Deputy Head of the Cattle Region Livestock Department. The two of them had only recently been summoned by Ars after making a claim on the food ingredients brought by the troops from the previous Ryugu Kingdom.
The food ingredients are currently stored in the refrigerated room in the royal palace while the rest are in the warehouses belonging to the Ministry of Agriculture and the Ministry of Animal Husbandry. Food ingredients that adjust to the type. Ars and Ikumi had also previously visited the warehouse belonging to the Department of Animal Husbandry to introduce Ikumi's workplace to him.
It didn't take long for the two to get there.
"Your Honour!" One of the workers who saw Ars' arrival was surprised and then walked over, "Miss Ikumi? Miss Yoshino?"
"Where's Myrd? Is he here?" Ars asked calmly.
"Mister Myrd is not here, Your Majesty." The worker immediately said, "Mr Myrd is currently in the agricultural area to coordinate the development there."
"I see." Ares nodded.
"Does Your Majesty need Lord Myrd? If so, I'll go call him."
"No need" Ars shook his head, "I came here because I wanted to see the finished construction of the cowshed. There are two cowsheds currently finished, right?"
"Sure, Your Majesty." The worker nodded and continued pointing at the two buildings that looked brand new, "That's the finished stable."
Ars, Ikumi, and Yoshino's gazes immediately stared at the cage.
"Wow! It's a very big cage" Yoshino exclaimed excitedly.
"Thank you for the information. You can continue working. I, Ikumi and Yoshino here just want to check."
"I understand, Your Majesty." The worker then immediately continued the work he was currently doing.
Meanwhile Ars, Ikumi, and Yoshino went straight to the cowshed. The three of them immediately went inside and were quite surprised by the placement of the construction of each part of the cage that was inside.
"Not bad" Ikumi nodded
"Hey, Ares. How many cows can be accommodated in one pen?" Yoshino asked excitedly.
"The previous calculation was 150 cows. Actually it can be more than 200 cows. However, I would like to prepare a space to place a cow's milk reservoir and also a tool that will later assist in withdrawing milk from each cow" Ars answered.
"That's quite a lot for one cage" Ikumi paused and strolled around the place while looking at the cages of each of the cows, "How many cages do you plan to build?"
"Currently the plan is 14 stables" Ars said calmly, "We can't focus on building the whole cowshed. Because development must be directed to other places, such as the construction of office buildings and others."
Ikumi nodded and continued, "When are you going to do the installation of the pen facilities and also the cattle filling?"
"You two want to get to work right away?" Ars asked while raising his brow.
"Of course" Ikumi said proudly, "Do you think I want to just laze around?"
"Truly. Do you think we are both lazy people, Ars?" Yoshino nodded in agreement and looked at Ars with a look full of pride like Ikumi.
Ars chuckled softly "Of course not" Ars paused and continued, "Well, if you two want to get to work soon. We can try to operate these two cages first. We can temporarily install the equipment at night for the cows, currently we have a contract with the Ryugu Kingdom for the import of cattle into our kingdom. We can talk about the purchase at this point. What do you think?"
"The sooner the better. Also, don't forget to place an order for a milk storage bottle. If you follow the rules you set earlier, the cows should already be able to produce milk. We have been able to make it a selling product from our kingdom" said Ikumi.
"And also regarding the issue of cow feed," added Yoshino.
"Feed?" Ars asked, "In the Timber Department there is currently a place that currently holds various kinds of leaves from the trees that we cut down earlier. Can it be used as feed?"
"Foliage?" Yoshino and Ikumi looked at each other.
"It can indeed be used." Ikumi nodded.
"However, I think it's better for Ars to use another feed" Yoshino added.
"Other? Do you think the two of you are compatible?" Ars asked with great interest.
"Grass or hay are very suitable fodder" Yoshino suddenly said, "As long as these two items are dry stuff. However, grass and hay that is still green is also quite good. However, in terms of quality, dried ones are better to give to cows so they can produce quality meat and lots of milk."
Yoshino has more knowledge about animals than Ikumi. Meanwhile, Ikumi is more knowledgeable about meat and animal-related ingredients.
"That would be quite difficult to find at this time" Ars muttered.
"Then, it's fine to use the existing feed, Ars" Yoshino said, "Leaves are also good enough to give. However, if possible, feed the cows with grass or hay in order to get good quality"
"What about chemical feeds like pellets or the like?" Ars asked.
"Not!" Ikumi and Yoshino immediately rejected it together with serious faces.
"Don't give animals food made using chemical mixtures, Ars" Ikumi immediately said seriously, "That will only cause the meat to be produced to be of very poor quality and also to produce less milk"
"That's right" Yoshino nodded, "At its worst it could even cause death to a cow. We don't need to use such feed even in an emergency. It's better to look for other alternatives than using the feed."
"I think so too" Ars nodded and continued, "Then how about using the leaf feed we managed to gather this time? Later after Hashirama and the others came back from recruiting duties, I would ask him to do some dry grass searches and so on. What do you think?"
"Well, if only for a few days. I don't think so. Isn't that right, Yoshino?" Ikumi asked while looking at Yoshino.
"Yes" Yoshino nodded, "However, you should get it soon, Ars"
"Okay" Ars nodded, "Oh, yes. You two will get to work soon. How many workers do you two need right now? I will contact Iowa to inform you of the problem of supplying cattle and also I will notify you of an increase in the number of quotas if you both need workers who will help to take care of your departmental problems."
"Headquarters still doesn't need employees at this time" Ikumi replied calmly, "It's better to focus on the workers who will help Yoshino in the future"
Ars nodded and looked at Yoshino "How much do you need, Yoshino?"
"Hmm~" Yoshino immediately thought hard and immediately said, "I don't need too many employees to take care of these two cages. Just recruit 10 people, Ars. For now, this amount is sufficient."
"10? Isn't that too little?" Ars asked while raising his brow.
"No" Yoshino shook her head, "Besides, the task that we have ourselves is quite easy because we only need to feed and suck milk every day. It's not too difficult and doesn't require too much work either. In addition, there is also a storage capsule technology that can help us in carrying goods which makes our work easier."
"Well, if you say so" Ars nodded and continued "Take your time to have a look. I'll call Iowa to ask him to tell the King of Prodance this."
Ikumi and Yoshino nodded and immediately walked away leaving Ars alone. Ars immediately took out his den-den mushi then contacted Lowellmina immediately. Communication links are quickly connected.
"Hello, Lowellmina here"
"It's me, Lowa"
"Ars!" Lowellmina was overjoyed to get a call from Ars, "What are you calling me for?"
"Where are you right now?" Ars asked calmly.
"I just came out of the royal palace and wanted to meet Kaguya and the others"
"Are you done greeting the Prodance King?"
"Just now. After finishing saying hello, I got permission to go shopping together with Kaguya and the others. I see the King of Prodance has quite a lot of work to do and don't want to intrude on his time right now" said Lowellmina.
"I see." Ares nodded.
"What did you call me, Ars?" Lowellmina asked again.
"Look, I want you to go back to the King of Prodance and say that we already want to get 300 cows according to the agreement"
"300 cows? Is the cage ready for use?"
"Tonight's plan I will install facilities for the cage. At this time also the Head of the Livestock Department - Mito Ikumi and also the Deputy Head of the Cattle Region Livestock Department - Yoshino Yuki had arrived. They both wanted to get started right away. So, they asked me to immediately import the cows so that I can carry out their work immediately."
"I see" Lowellmina nodded and continued, "Do we also need to do additional recruitment?"
"Yes. Please to do. You can recruit only 10 people in addition. The two of them don't need too many people to work in their current department."
"I see." Lowellmina nodded.
"At the same time, tell the King of Prodance to be able to prepare a place that can hold milk. Regarding the price, you can set a purchase price of 100 million berries. It's better to buy a lot in one go than to have to buy multiples."
"I see." Lowellmina nodded.
"That's all from me, you can go and do it."
The communication line was finally turned off by Ars returning and going to meet Ikumi.
"How?" Ikumi asked.
"I've asked Iowa to do it. He'll do that soon enough." Ars paused and continued, "Are you guys done looking around?"
"Yes" Yoshino nodded, "Let's continue. I want to see the construction that you guys have completed."
Ars nodded and the three of them immediately walked out of the warehouse as well as out of the ranch area.
New World, Prodance Kingdom, Royal Palace.
"That is all that His Majesty has told me to tell you, King of Prodance" Lowellmina said calmly.
"I see" Elizabello II nodded, "Now for your request of 300 cows. Can be lifted immediately. However, for the demand for a glass of milk with a total price of 100 million berries. It will take a long time for us to prepare it."
"There is no need to rush, King of Prodance. We also don't force you to prepare it right away." Lowellmina shook her head and continued, "Regarding the cow, we will bring it tomorrow along with our departure. As for the glass of milk, you just prepare it first. Later when you are ready, you can contact the higher-ups from our kingdom."
"I understand." Elizabello II nodded.
"That's all that needs to be said. I beg you to leave." Lowellmina gave a polite salute and turned to leave the royal palace again.
After Lowellmina came out of the royal palace, Elizabello II immediately ordered some of his royal officials who had just been appointed by him previously to take care of the problem of cows and milk glasses. Meanwhile, he continues the work he is currently doing.
New World, Prodance Kingdom, Harbour, Fortis Kingdom Ship.
"This is really delicious." Garp said with gleeful emotions as he ate the dish that was in front of him right now.
Aokiji and Kizaru who were currently with Garp who was eating together also couldn't help but feel emotional to eat the dish. Even now their thoughts are with Iru. They hoped that the skill of the chef from their place was at least half of that of the chef from the Fortis Kingdom. They will be very satisfied to eat every day.
"Thanks for the compliment" Gin said politely and continued, "Please take it slow. There's more and you're free to taste it."
"Of course" Garp nodded and immediately continued eating the dish calmly and quickly.
Kizaru and Aokiji also didn't want to lose to Garp. Although neither of them are bottomless stomachs like, Garp. However, in front of them was currently a very good dish. There was no way they would let him go. The two of them also ate quietly but had a fast tempo.
"Hahaha… Didn't I already say that? The dishes made by Gin are amazing" Hashirama said while laughing excitedly.
It didn't take long for all of Gin's dishes to be eaten by Garp, Aokiji and Kizaru.
"What? Finished? How could it be?!" Garp finally came to his senses and saw that all the plates in front of him were gone without a trace left.
Garp's gaze then turned to Aokiji and Kizaru, "You two bastards! Did you guys spend it all?!"
"Don't blame us, Garp-san" Aokiji said with a sullen face, "Even though we ate a lot, you ate more than us. You even finished half of the given dish"
"That's right" Kizaru nodded, "You only gave us a few dishes"
"Agh… Is that so? Bahahaha…. Then forget it" Garp said with a laugh which only got Aokiji and Kizaru hateful looks because the two of them were still not satisfied with the food that was given to him.
"Well, Garp. What do you guys want to talk to me or maybe with us? Do you want to order wood again? If that's the case, you can do it to Hancock" Hashirama said with interest.
"No, no" Garp waved his hand immediately and said, "My purpose here is not to talk about wood matters but I want to meet you"
"Meet me?" Hashirama asked in confusion.
"I want to fight with you." Garp grinned excitedly.
"Fighting?" Hashirama was again confused by this.
"Of course!" Garp said, "You are the one who defeated that bastard Whitebeard. You must have strong strength. I want to try to fight with you. How?" Garp asked again.
Hashirama's gaze showed enthusiasm upon hearing this.
"Don't answer things with stupid answers, Hashirama" Gin immediately said, "We have a lot of work to do right now. Besides, I'm sure His Majesty won't allow you to do anything great especially in combat. You should also remember, you have an appointment with Jouichirou"
"Ah! I think so too" Hashirama instantly remembered all the things he had to do and looked at Garp, "You heard him, didn't you? I can't do it right now."
"No problem" Garp suddenly said, "I can wait whenever you are ready." Garp then took out a piece of paper with his den-dden mushi number on it and said, "This is your den-den mushi number. Call me when you are ready to fight, I will prepare a location for us to fight."
"I understand" Hashirama nodded and immediately put the paper in his pocket, "I will contact you when I have obtained the approval of His Majesty"
"That sounds good," Garp said with a grin, "Well, our business here is done. Kuzan, Borsalino. Let's go back. We might get some stupid scolding from Sengoku. Well, I myself have no problem. However, both of you, may be punished. Bahahahaha…"
"You can't throw everything at us, Garp-san" Kizaru said, "You are also seen in this activity. We must share the punishment equally."
"Though I respect you, Garp-san. However, I agree with Borsalino's opinion." Aokiji said flatly, "The punishment should be divided equally and should not be imposed on anyone. That's also the rule of the Navy."
"Ha? Do you want to fight the boy? Have you guys forgotten about my love fist?" Garp's gaze immediately narrowed which made Kizaru and Aokiji instantly cold on their backs.
Even though both of them were currently Admirals, however, Garp was a very frightening figure even to them. The two of them weren't even sure if the two of them were working together to defeat Garp. Especially Aokiji who often goes along with Garp. Aokiji knew very well about Garp's power.
Aokiji and Kizaru looked at each other.
"Looks like a severe punishment will be waiting for us" Aokiji muttered with a sad face.
"Whatever the punishment is, however, don't take a pay cut" Kizaru muttered with a sad face, "I've had two pay cuts this month. If there's another cut this time, I don't know what my fate will be next month. Haaa…"
Garp and the other two finally got off the ship and immediately returned to their ship.
"Is it okay for you to accept the offer, Hashirama? Maybe it's a trap for you" Gin said lightly.
"No problem" Hashirama said while shaking his head, "Garp is someone worthy of trust. He was one of the people respected by Ars. If there is a person who is respected by Ars, it means that person is worthy of trust. Besides that, I'm also quite interested in the strongest Sea Angles of all time. I want to feel what Garp's power level is like" Hashirama said with a grin.
"Well, if you say so" Gin said calmly, "Come help me. There was a lot of utensils to clean and it was time for lunch too. I need to prepare a dish for us to eat"
Hashirama nodded and immediately made several wood clones to help finish the equipment cleaning job quickly.