Chapter 193 Plan
The afterglow of the setting sun fell on the swamp, dyeing it a warm golden color. From a distance, it looked like a tranquil and mysterious painting.
A dry dirt road crosses two bumpy wetlands, penetrating the stone forest and reaching the northern woodland.
A few years ago, after Lei Sen took over the Black Collar Tribe, he built a road to transport various resources.
At this time, Redal led a team of knights, escorting assassins and captives slowly into the swamp town.
Feridon was tied up tightly in the carriage and could not move at all.
Looking at the familiar yet unfamiliar scenery before him, he finally believed what Redal said was true - Baron Leisen would never return, and Sean had finished his work.
During all the days he was held captive, he had never felt so depressed and desperate.
The team slowly crossed the hard dirt road and soon arrived in front of the swamp fort.
Looking at the well-organized knight team, Galil's eyes kept jumping back and forth between Ronin and Redal. He didn't know who was responsible for the fact that Shanlin Town could have such a team so quickly.
"Lord Luo Ning, your troops have been equipped with iron and wood armor. When can the batch of weapons and equipment promised to us be delivered to Wushan City?
Galil is the captain of the first knight squad of Wushan Castle and signed the order with Ronin.
Roning was originally very interested in his knight team but was stunned by Galil's question.
He hesitated momentarily, then immediately said, "Don't worry, there are still more than three months left in the six-month construction period, and it will be completed by the end of April."
This is not what Roning said.
On the one hand, there is no war in Wubei Territory, so the urgency of its demand for weapons and protective gear has decreased, and the products produced by the Tiemu Workshop can be used first to complete the orders;
On the other hand, Roning now has many more laborers, and allocating some of them to the Tiemu Workshop can greatly increase production capacity.
By then, we will be able to complete Galil's order and officially start selling to the outside world through the Iron Hoof Family's caravan.
"grown-ups!"
While the two were talking, Redar had already dismounted. He came to Ronin and saluted respectfully while reporting: "The Shadow Assassin and five knights under Leisen, including Feridon, have been escorted here by me."
Roning nodded and confidently patted Ridar's shoulder, "Well done!"
Roning noticed that Redal's practice progress had reached 26/800 as he spoke. This was all the result of his practice. Roning did not use any energy essence for Redal.
Of course, during this period, Roning did not add points for Macken. Now, Macken relied on his own practice, and his progress reached 4/1500.
In the same period, Riedal gained 26 points of progress, while McCann only gained 4 points.
In other words, if he relied solely on self-cultivation, Rydar's progress would be six times faster than McKen's.
Sure enough, the difference between Jiaoyang's and Jinjin's talents can still be reflected in their cultivation speed.
After saying hello to Horn, Jenny, and others who came with him, Roning began to hand over the criminals.
After successfully handing Shadow, Feridon, and others to Galil, Ronin had nothing to do with Leisen's trial, and Wushan Castle handled all subsequent matters.
In addition to handing over criminals, Roning's people also need to take over the defense of Swamp Town.
After all, Mas and Baron Taren from the Horse Herder City were only here to help, and Roning did not pay for their assistance, so it would not be appropriate to let them stay in the Swamp Town for too long.
A simple yet sumptuous dinner was held in the Swamp Castle that night.
This is mainly to thank Galil, Mas, and Baron Taren for their care during this period and to say farewell tomorrow.
After the dinner, Ronin summoned his knights to the study.
"After occupying the Black Collar Tribe, Magician Jenny was in charge of the census."
Ridal handed over the census results of the Black Collar Tribe, "This is the list of people in the Black Collar Tribe."
"Thank you for your hard work, Jenny," Roning said.
Jenny bowed slightly, remaining humble enough: "You don't have to be so polite, sir. This is what I should do."
Roning spread out the parchment, and the beautiful handwriting recorded the personnel situation of the Black Collar Tribe.
The Black Collar Tribe has 1,270 people, making it the largest of the four savage tribes.
Although the Swamp Town population census has not been completed yet, more than 4,400 people have registered with Roning.
Once the census of Swamp Town is completed, the population will exceed 10,000.
"What's the current situation of the Black Collar Tribe?" Roning asked.
"The situation is now under control, but perhaps because of the successive changes in leaders, the people there are on edge."
Ronin nodded slowly. "Joffrey, you were the leader of the Black Collar Tribe before. When things here are over, you should return to the Black Collar Tribe and calm them down."
Joffrey bowed and replied, "Yes, my lord."
Luo Ning asked a question that concerned him more: "What were the casualties in the attack on the Black Collar Tribe?"
After all, this is the first war in the true sense of the word involving everyone, so there will inevitably be casualties.
"The casualties this time were minimal."
Riedal reported truthfully: "One cavalryman was killed, and two infantrymen were killed. The cavalrymen were recruits from Shanlin Town, and the infantrymen were guards who followed you from Wushan Fort earlier."
"In addition, twelve other people were injured. However, after so many days, the injured have gradually recovered."
Luo Ning secretly breathed a sigh of relief. He could still accept such several casualties.
"A pension of 1 gold coin should be paid to each casualty."
Roning thought momentarily and said, "I will ask Galil to hand over the two guards from Wushan Castle to their families."
To gather troops in Wushan Castle, Roning promised that anyone willing to follow him to Shanlin Town would receive a pension of 1 gold coin if they died in battle.
This doesn't count as breaking one's promise.
"In addition to pensions, the families of fallen soldiers will also enjoy tax relief, be exempted from labor service for the next five years, and only have to pay half of the taxes."
Roning looked at Rydar and Wilson and said, "If we are going to recruit new soldiers later, you can let us know this in advance."
"Yes, sir!"
Luo Ning glanced at everyone and said, "Although it is a happy thing for me to become the Viscount of Wubei Territory this time, I hope everyone will not relax their nerves. After all, this is just the beginning."
Leaving aside the external environment, if Wubei wants to develop and grow stronger, many things are still waiting for them to do.
But these words made everyone's eyes light up.
Among this group, James and Horn want to restore the glory of their ancestors; Joffrey, Babbling, and others want to get rid of their wildling status and build a career; David and others want to become knights; Chahar wants to be a butler, and Wilson also wants to improve his social class.
They are all people with dreams, and now that Roning has given them hope, they naturally won't miss it.
"I will follow you till death!"
Roning was very satisfied with this reaction. He smiled and said, "Starting tomorrow, Macken, you will be responsible for training the guards and taking over the defense of Swamp Town."
"Rydar, the training of recruits must continue. We need more soldiers to patrol Wubei Territory."
Rydar nodded and said, "Sir, there are still cavalry, infantry, and archers left in Leisen's knight squad. They are now under the care of the Black Collar Tribe."
"As long as these people choose to surrender, they can stay and continue to be used," said Luo Ning.
Training an ordinary person into a qualified soldier takes a lot of energy and time.
Although this group was once loyal to Lei Sen, the other party is no longer around. As long as they obey orders and follow commands, Roning doesn't mind continuing to use them.
"I understand, my Lord."
Redar had this intention in mind when he kept them here.
"And one more important thing."
Luo Ning said: "In the future, the movement between Swamp Town, Forest Town, Gray Earth Village, and Black Collar Village will be frequent. To ensure the safety of the road, we must organize cavalry to patrol the routes along the way and eliminate dangers when they are discovered."
Communication between villages is inevitable.
Apart from anything else, Wilson needs to take his assistants and village chiefs to other places to guide agricultural planting work.
In addition, communication and intermarriage between villagers, the transportation of grain, and the transportation of silk and porcelain produced later all require a safe route.
"Now that there are no enemies in Wubei Territory, forming a hunter team mentioned earlier should be on the agenda."
Luo Ning said: "We will try to clear all the dangerous spots around Swamp Town, Forest Town and several villages as soon as possible."
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