Merchant Noble is out (1/4 chapters for today)
Former Territory’s Residents (4)
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Although Minerva had left, Arc still needed to decide the treatment of the new former Warden territory residents who had arrived. Thus, he began discussions with Hausar and Rishu.
“Hausar, crossing those mountains requires quite a bit of effort, doesn’t it?” (Arc)
“Yes. If merchants are carrying many goods, it’s simply impossible to cross those mountains. Even the merchants who have come are more worried about the mountains way steeper than they expected.”
Merchants travel around purchasing and selling goods to make a profit. Hence, despite having invited them, the Mikanda region, surrounded by mountains, is a disadvantageous location for merchants. Crossing the mountains is difficult, especially with many goods in tow.
Therefore, a new “route” needs to be found. Arc shared his plan.
“Thus, the Warden Household will start using the sea to venture outside.” (Arc)
“The sea? You mean navigating with ships?” (Hausar)
“Exactly. Using ships, we can transport large amounts of goods with less effort. I’ve already had the Warden Association move their base to the coast. This will allow us to transport goods by ship and then send them inland.” (Arc)
“I see. Indeed, a single ship can carry goods equivalent to dozens of carts. Additionally, unlike on land, it won’t be affected by the terrain, so we won’t have to push carts up hills together.” (Hausar)
“Although it might reduce business for adventurers, it also means there won’t be any risk of bandit attacks.” (Rishu)
Rishu nodded. Especially for a merchant like Hausar, Arc’s proposal was very appealing.
“Indeed, it’s full of advantages. In that case, we merchants will also base our activities at the port in this region.” (Arc)
Once Hausar nodded in agreement, Arc brought out a map of the Mikanda region. Currently, he had the Tadont couple working with Mia, the adventurer from the Third Town, to create an accurate map of the region. The map Arc brought was originally kept in the town hall and was far inferior to what they were creating, but it provided a rough overview of the Mikanda region.
“The port in this region will be planned… here.” (Arc)
“Oh, it’s well situated between these two cities at a reasonable distance… ‘planned’?” (Hausar)
The word “planned” caught Hausar’s attention, and his suspicion was correct.
“Yes. This city, Forth Town, doesn’t exist yet.” (Arc)
“What?” (Hausar)
“If you go to the location on the map, you won’t find anything.” (Arc)
“Really?” (Hausar)
Hausar let out a bewildered, high-pitched voice.
Arc looked over at Rishu, but she wasn’t at her seat. She had been trying to escape the room quietly and was almost at the door. But Arc had no intention of letting Rishu get away.
“Wait, Rishu. Where are you going?” (Arc)
“Well, Arc-kun, I thought you might demand that we adventurers build the port. You may not notice this, but you have the bad habit of thinking you just need to pay to get things done.” (Rishu)
“Don’t worry. I’ve already contacted the Warden Association and am in the process of gathering a large number of skilled workers. They will come to Forth Town by ship and start building the port.” (Arc)
Arc had already hired a large number of skilled workers to build the port. For a typical noble, this would be an expenditure that would leave them financially strapped, but the Warden Association could manage it. The adventurers wouldn’t be responsible for the full-scale construction of the port.
“That’s a relief…” (Rishu)
Before Rishu could finish, Arc continued.
“The adventurers only need to build a simple dock for the ships to moor at. And, while they’re at it, some housing for merchants and workers to stay in.” (Arc)
There was a moment of silence. Rishu, who had been teasing Minerva earlier, seemed to have some thoughts about being on the receiving end of trouble. She sighed deeply, looking rather exasperated. However, her eventual acceptance demonstrated her considerable capacity.
“You really haven’t changed, have you? You owe me one.” (Rishu)
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