Release that Witch - Chapter 1082

[Chapter 1060 Farewell]

After nearly a year of preparation, the current Neverwinter City is running at full speed like a war machine.

Even the Moon of Demons couldn’t stop this emerging capital from frantically absorbing surrounding resources. The administrative office thought that a population of 100,000 was an unattainable goal, but after only one year, the city’s population doubled.

The injection of a large amount of fresh labor has led to the rapid expansion of various industries. Four new chemical plants have been added, and the processing and assembly plants related to machinery have exceeded double digits.

According to statistics, the monthly salary paid by the administrative office is close to the 10,000 golden dragon mark, and when Roland first arrived here, his biggest income was only 24,000 golden dragons—after looting the Longsong Fortress.

In other words, the Duke of the Western Territory has accumulated wealth for half his life, and now it is only enough to pay two and a half months’ salary.

Steam engines, paddle boats, perfumes, and chaotic beverages constitute the main sources of income—these commodities are sold to the Fjords and the Four Kingdoms through the United Chamber of Commerce. Except for the necessary rewards, the rest of the money is converted into a large number of raw materials and handicraft products .

The coming and going of money has formed a delicate balance, and the savings in the treasury have shown a tendency to shrink.

It can be said that this is an extremely uneven development model, but in the face of the threat of the battle of divine will, Roland does not have ample choices.

Unless resources are poured into heavy industry, machine guns will not be able to fire indiscriminately, and artillery will never be short of ammunition.

Only in this way can he spare the strength to arm the entire army.

The expansion of the First Army from 8,000 to 10,000 is just the foundation, and the air force commanded by Tilly Wimbledon is also actively preparing.

In addition, the “Requirements for Recruitment of the Militia” and the “Mobilization Act” have entered the drafting stage. These two policies aim to increase the war potential of Neverwinter City, and force the most basic discipline training for ordinary students, workers and farmers, similar to University military training for later generations.

Although they can’t let them go directly to the battlefield with guns, it can shorten the training time when there is an urgent need to replenish manpower.

Since the exact time of the approach of the red moon has clearly deviated, no one can be sure when the battle of divine will will start. Optimistically, there may be four to five years, and at worst, it should be about one or two years.

For Roland, the biggest strategic goal at present is to turn defense into offense when the red moon comes, so that the flames of war will burn in the enemy’s territory.

Therefore, the devil entrenched in the ruins of Taquila is the nail he must remove.

In fact, material delivery and personnel transfers began gradually in late winter and early spring.

This is the advantage of rail transportation. Even if heavy snow covers the entire fertile plain, as long as the tracks are cleared, the war needs can be continuously transported to the front line.

Most of the steel produced in Neverwinter City has been turned into steel rails, and the lines hidden in the Hidden Forest have also been laid. It can be said that the new Northern Expedition will officially start when Roland gives an order.

Both the army and the city are ready to go.

But before that, he still has two things to do.

…

The day after the end of the evil month, Roland received a request from Lei Ting to meet.

“Why, leaving so soon?” He set up a relaxing afternoon tea party in the living room, and while bringing Anna along, he also extended an invitation to Margaret—for this girl who is quite compatible with Lightning. Merchant, there is only so much he can help.

“Can’t wait to go to the Shadow Sea to find out?”

“I knew I couldn’t hide it from you,” Lei Ting said with a frank smile. “Every moment I steer the big steel ship, I imagine the scene of it sailing against the sea wind and waves. If possible, I even hope to sail directly to the sea like this.” Wire.”

“In that case, everyone will face the risk of water shortage and food shortage halfway through the journey.” Margaery shook her head helplessly, “The other group of chambers of commerce that have invested heavily in you will not be happy to see you take their fleet Leave it behind, unless you plan to never return to the Fiordlands.”

“Haha, I just want to express my excitement to Your Majesty.” He stroked his chin and said, “As Margaery said, this expedition is not my job alone. After all, for the fjords, The opening of new sea areas means opportunities and wealth, and no chamber of commerce will not be tempted. This is probably the largest expedition in the history of the Fiord Islands, and I can only make adequate preparations if I return as soon as possible.”

It seems that after Thunder’s publicity and recruitment, this trip to sea has changed from a team formation to a team start.

Roland smiled and took a sip of his tea. As expected of the most famous explorer in the fjords, he could win huge investment just by showing his intentions.

“It seems that in just a few months, you already know everything about steel ships like the back of your hand.”

“It’s all thanks to Her Highness Anna,” Lei Ting said as he stroked Anna’s chest. “She has greatly helped the subsequent improvement of the hull. If you hadn’t witnessed it with your own eyes, it would be hard to imagine that such a huge iron ship would be more flexible than a three-masted sea ship.”

“I also want to ask you one thing,” Anna nodded, “This ship has only been operating in shallow waters during sea trials. If possible, I hope to get a driving report in the deep sea area. Record it on the above. It is best to use the newly launched waterproof ink and sealed plastic bags in Neverwinter, so that even if it falls into the sea, it can be preserved intact.”

Probably did not expect the other party to make such a serious request, Lei Ting was stunned for a while before smiling, “I understand, please wrap it on me, Your Highness.”

Roland fondled Anna’s head, then looked at Lei Ting, “It just so happens that I also want to entrust you with one thing.”

“As you order.”

“I want to recruit a group of explorers.”

“It has nothing to do with this expedition?” Thunder quickly realized.

“That’s right,” Roland put down his teacup, “I want them to visit Cape Endless.”

“I remember there was nothing there except yellow sand and black water.” Margaret said in surprise.

“I used to think so too…” Roland shrugged, “The Endless Cape hardly encounters any risks, so it doesn’t need any experienced experts. It can be said that the number of people is more important than the ability.”

Seeing that he didn’t explain the reason in detail, Lei Ting didn’t ask further, “There are many people like this in Fjord, I don’t know what the screening rules are…”

“No.” Roland replied, “It’s an explorer, but anyone can do it—as long as you find novel relics in Endless Cape, no matter what it is, you can get rewards.”

“Even if it’s a piece of ruined brick?”

“Naturally, but the premise is that it must come from the Endless Cape.” He affirmed, “The more information the relic contains, the richer the reward will be. This information is valid for a long time, and as long as I am still the King of Graycastle, it will definitely be fulfilled.”

“With your words as a guarantee, I’m afraid that place will be crowded with people in the future.” Margaret covered her mouth and smiled, “I was wondering if I should take this opportunity to open a tavern in Daqing Port first?”

“Welcome very much.” Roland’s goal is indeed to stimulate the economy of the oil port. After all, the civilization in the painting has a history of at least 1,400 years. It is still unknown whether there will be anything left, so a reward offer is launched. It is undoubtedly a way to kill two birds with one stone.

“By the way, Your Majesty,” Lei Ting said, “Since the big steel ship has passed sea trials and is officially put into use, does it have a name?”

“Of course, I’m going to call it the Yukikaze.”

“Xuefeng…?” The explorer pondered for a moment, “It’s indeed a nice name, but isn’t it too soft and doesn’t match its steel body?”

“The combination of toughness and softness is the most reasonable thing.” Roland couldn’t help raising the corners of his mouth. “More importantly, this name contains auspicious meanings, and it must bring good luck to you when you go to sea this time.”

[End of this Chapter]