In the next few days, Arthur followed Chelsea to familiarize himself with everything in the territory. He also met with the officials and merchants of all levels in the territory. He wanted to let these people know who was the real master of this vibrant Feng Bo New City. Arthur even ordered people to erect a statue of him in the city square and put up notices to promote himself.
After running around the city for a few days, Joly returned. Natara, who had already taken command of the army, returned with him.
"How's the matter in the suburbs going?”Arthur asked Joly as he led him into the hall.
" Your Highness." Joly bowed before sitting down. Ever since he found out about Arthur's identity and ambition, this old minister had placed him in a very proper position and was meticulous in his etiquette.
" The horse bandits have been dealt with. Natara has led the army to wipe them out. The compensation has also been arranged, but..." Joly frowned deeply.
"Oh? What's wrong?" Arthur asked curiously when he saw Joly's expression. Wasn't it already solved?
"According to the scouts at the edge of the territory, a group of barbarians has already entered the territory.”Joly said worriedly.
"Barbarians?" Arthur asked in confusion. He had never heard of this race before.
" The Barbarians are a race from the southeastern region of the Empire. They are tall and each of them is more than two meters tall. They do not farm but hunt for a living. Each Barbarian can hunt a Class D Peril Species alone. However, due to the decrease in prey, they would come out every winter to plunder the nearby cities.”Joly explained.
Arthur nodded." How many barbarians have entered the territory?"”
"No more than 1,000 people, but this year's winter has come surprisingly early. I'm afraid that they will come out in full force due to the lack of food. You know, there are nearly 10,000 barbarian tribes in the dense forest south of Gomir City.”This was what Joly was most worried about. Gomir City had 4000 soldiers. With the city walls, no matter how strong the barbarians were, it would be difficult for them to pose a threat if less than 1000 of them entered the territory.
Hearing Joly's words, Arthur's face was solemn. If the Barbarians came out in full force, it would be enough to cause a destructive blow to Gomir City.
"Send someone to monitor the dense forest in the south first. Report immediately if there is any situation. Sir Joly, you don't have to worry too much. It's hard to say if the Barbarians will attack us. Besides, Gomir isn't the only city nearby. The Barbarians might not target us.”If the individual combat strength of the barbarians was really as Joly said, then his personal strength would not be able to make up for it. He could only comfort himself and Joly in this way.
"Alright, this old master will send people over. If possible, this old master will also send people deep into the dense forest to investigate their specific situation.”Joly nodded. That was indeed the only way.
"Right, have you investigated the specific location of the barbarians who entered the territory?”It was still unknown whether the barbarians in the southern forest would come out in full force. The most important thing now was to deal with this group of barbarians who had already broken in.
"The day before yesterday, this old master had already sent out spies, but we have yet to receive any news.”
" Is that so?" Arthur thought for a moment." Send the news of the barbarians, but in order to reduce panic, the number of barbarians will be halved.”
"The farmers who have finished harvesting outside the city will be mobilized to enter the city. The government will provide them with accommodation. The soldiers scattered in the villages also returned.”
"Send out a security force along the trade route. At the very least, we must ensure that the trade caravan can move smoothly before the barbarians discover it.”
"The city gates are under martial law, and the number of guards on the city walls is doubled.”
"Also, for the expansion of the 1,000-man barracks, food and accommodation must be prepared in advance.”
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Arthur gave out orders one after another. For someone who had received elite education from his family in his previous life, it was not difficult for him to handle these matters.
"Alright, I will arrange it." Jolly noted down all of them.
"Hehe, just let your subordinates handle the specific matters. Lord Joly has been tired from traveling these few days. He should rest more and take care of his health.”Arthur smiled as he looked at Joly, who was taking notes seriously. Having an elder in the family was like having a treasure. Having Joly in the territory really helped him a lot.
"Thank you for your concern, Your Highness. I will take care of my health. I still want to serve Your Highness for a few more years.”After the discussion, Joly smiled when he heard Arthur's concern. Arthur fully supported him and allowed him to do whatever he wanted. Gomir City had also undergone gratifying changes. Seeing these changes, Joly seemed to have a second spring. He seemed to have endless energy in governing the territory.
"Sir Joly, don't underestimate your body. It is closely related to the development of Gomir City.”
"Haha, Your Highness must be joking. Your Highness will definitely play an important role in the development of the territory. Without your support, the territory would not be where it is today.”Joly said seriously.
"Alright, alright, let's not flatter each other. Lord Joly should go and rest first. If we continue talking, Sibiya will come looking for us.”Joly's serious expression gave Arthur goosebumps. Was he really that great? He could not help but feel a little smug.
"Hehe, then this old man will take his leave first.”At the mention of Sibiya Joly, Joly was also very comforted. He was still very proud of this daughter who was becoming more and more beautiful.
However, this girl's marriage worried him a lot. Sibiya was not young anymore, and it was time to get married.
Before turning to leave, Joly glanced at Arthur, who was standing up to send him off. A thought suddenly popped into his mind.
His Highness Patrick should be a good choice!
They were a perfect match! A marriage alliance between the two families could also increase mutual trust and benefit the development of the territory! As for the fact that Arthur already had Aiders, it could be ignored in the eyes of politicians.
"Your Highness, please wait a moment. This old man will take his leave.”
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