"Haha! You are a very good boy, you know how to make choices at such a young age! Moreover, the Black Rock family used to rely on selling black rocks, so leave this matter to Boris. This is your best choice now, and he
We are still your neighbors, and I believe that the relationship between your two families will get even better from now on!"
Bernard heard this and praised Nalant, which aroused the envious eyes of many nobles.
In their impression, the earl had never praised a person so many times.
After Bernard finished laughing, he paused and continued: "But, Narant, you don't have to worry too much about the population!"
"In more than a month from now, I believe His Majesty the King's recruitment will be issued. This time of year is when the slave trade is at its hottest. As long as you have enough gold coins, you can buy as many serfs as you want.
, even if you are a craftsman, that won’t be a problem.”
"Of course, Nalant, you can also work harder in this year's autumn war. If you are lucky, you may be able to capture some people and come back. By then, you will even save money on buying slaves!"
"Yes, Lord Earl!"
Narant has actually been thinking about this matter. He is waiting for the Northern Expedition to start in the autumn, and then whether he buys it or catches it himself, this is the only way for him to quickly increase the population of his territory.
…
Although Narant has no idea about the next two shocking tasks.
However, for the sake of caution, he did not take a group of nobles to Lucky Village to check it out in the afternoon.
So, when the nobles finished eating their ice cream, Narante returned to the castle.
As for the nobles, Nalant let them do what they wanted in Maiye Village.
In order to show the generosity of his host, the tavern and restaurant were open to the nobles for free on these two days.
The nobles also enjoyed such a good opportunity, so most of them hung out in pubs and restaurants, enjoying delicious food and chatting.
Returning to the castle, Nalant first went back to his study and designed several manor buildings of different shapes.
The design concept of these small manor buildings is still the combination of the architectural styles of the previous life and this life. In addition, it meets the construction requirements of brick small buildings.
After designing a total of five drawings, Nalant called Baron Carlo and the viscount. After they selected the shape of the small building, the two parties signed an agreement to build the manor.
The two nobles were very satisfied with the small building designed by Nalant. They were so happy after signing the contract that they directly paid a 20% deposit.
However, what surprised Nalant was that just after signing the contract with these two nobles, three more nobles came one after another.
These three nobles also came to Nalant to confirm the construction of the manor.
Narant naturally refused to refuse anyone who came, and happily signed the construction contract with these three nobles, and then found Boris!
"Narant, five nobles have signed the construction contract?" Boris's eyes widened.
"Yes, the 20% deposit has been paid! The combined area of the estates of these five nobles is more than 1,300 square meters!"
"Hiss!" Boris's face immediately turned red. He hadn't even signed a cooperation contract with Nalant, but he already had hundreds of gold coins waving at him.
"Boris, don't be too happy. Although the five nobles have made a contract, they also want to complete the construction of the manor as soon as possible, so you must have sufficient manpower and not delay them for too long!"
"In addition, many nobles are still waiting and watching. It is estimated that if they see good results, they will definitely come to us to build a manor!!"
"Don't worry, Narant. Manpower is not a problem. I have sent people back to summon all the masons and carpenters in the territory. After they learn how to build small brick buildings, I will also find ways to go to Tulip City to recruit more craftsmen.
Come on!" With the temptation of hundreds of gold coins, Boris was very motivated.
"very good!"
Narant was relieved that Boris was doing the work. He nodded and immediately began to sign the cooperation contract between the two.
As the saying goes, brothers settle accounts clearly, no matter who you cooperate with, the contract must be signed in advance.
…
After signing the contract, Boris also wanted to take Nalant out for a few drinks.
However, Nalant had other things to attend to, so naturally he was not in the mood to drink, so he just turned it down.
"What else will happen in my territory next that can shock all the nobles?" After Boris left, Nalant was alone in the study, thinking hard.
However, after much deliberation, I don't have a good idea.
Even if he really ran around naked without caring about his face, the fifth shock would still be unfulfilled.
But this fifth shock was the reward he was most looking forward to.
Boom, boom, boom!
"Sir, Civil Affairs Officer Mario wants to see you!"
At this moment, there was a knock on Nalant's study room by Lilia.
"Let him in!"
Following Nalant's instructions, Mario came to the study.
"Meet the adults!"
"Mario, what's the matter?"
"Sir, because the population of the territory has increased dramatically today, and the civilian restaurants are even more popular, there is not much whale meat left!"
This time the nobles brought a total of more than 700 servants and subordinates.
Although the Storm Leader provided them with three free meals of broth and brown bread.
But facing the newly opened restaurant in the Storm Territory and the unprecedented delicacies in the restaurant, everyone naturally has no ability to resist.
However, a grilled oyster costs five copper coins, a brown sugar black bread costs seven copper coins, and a lobster costs ten copper coins. Naturally, it is impossible for everyone to eat them.
Grilled oysters, lobster and brown sugar brown bread are just a taste, but the real thing that everyone can enjoy is the whale meat.
You can get a small bowl of whale meat for only five copper coins, so for these guards and servants who rarely eat meat, it is simply a carnival on the tip of their tongues, so they eat it with all their might.
As a result, the small amount of whale meat in the Storm Territory has been exhausted.
"There's not much meat left in the whale? Mario, let's top it with salted fish first!"
Nalant had forgotten about this matter. Thinking about the days, it had been three or four months since he last obtained whale meat, and he had indeed consumed almost all of it.
During this period, there were no more whale strandings on the coast.
In this way, it is no longer possible for him to obtain a large amount of whale meat.
unless……
"Unless whaling!"
"That's right! I can hunt whales! As far as I know, I haven't heard of any nobles who can hunt whales! Then let the nobles watch my people hunt whales, and their jaws will not drop in shock!"
Nalant slapped his head and suddenly had an idea of how to obtain whale meat again. This was also a good opportunity for him to complete his fourth shock.
(Everyone has a responsibility to protect the ocean. This is because of the plot! Don’t blame me!)