Farming Road from Baron to Emperor

Chapter 156 Want Kitty to go back?

A few days later, good news came from the blacksmith Lalu: the iron plow proposed by Shire last time was optimized by Lalu.

"My lord, this is an optimization based on the iron plow you invented last time. We have accelerated and deepened the plow blades below, and we have added an adjustable rod to change the distance between the plow blades and the plow beam. Distance. This allows farmers to adjust the depth of plowing when plowing.

Moreover, we sharpen the plow blades so that the two sides form a triangle, so that less effort is required to plow the land. "

"Blacksmith Lalu, you did a great job, what reward do you want!" Charles smiled happily.

He was happy for more than that.

This time blacksmith Lalu did not improve the iron plow alone. After all, he is just a skilled blacksmith, not a genius.

The iron plow invented by Shire really stumped Blacksmith Lalu at first, but then he went to find the blacksmiths in the steel town and gathered them together for discussion.

One of them, a young blacksmith with a nimble brain, came up with a feasible solution.

Since this iron plow was invented by the Earl of Shire for the purpose of plowing the land for farmers, why not ask the farmers directly to see how it can be improved to suit their farming.

This method really worked. Blacksmith Lalu found a dozen or so experienced old serfs and asked them what conditions they needed if they wanted to cultivate the land well. ?
Knowing the usefulness of the iron plow, the old serfs quickly asked practical questions.

How to use the iron plow on different lands, how to adjust the depth of the iron plow, how to reduce the force of the iron plow, and how to change the direction.

After listening to their request, Lalu blacksmith led the blacksmiths to work hard in these directions, and the adjustable rod was the best of them. This invention even exceeded Shire's expectations.

Because the invention of the adjustable pole means that the plow can be modified and adjusted to adapt to various types of soil, various seasons, and various terrains.

The looming thinking in this is also worthy of Charles' affirmation.Lalu blacksmiths finally start from the user's thinking, really think about them, and improve the product according to their needs.

Looking at Earl Shire who was smiling, Blacksmith Lalu also laughed innocently.

"Follow the orders of the Earl!"

"I will go to Tulip City in a while, and I will let your son follow me back to Steel Town. He is already a student of Mina!" Charles said with deep meaning.

Blacksmith Lalu instantly understood the meaning of Charles' words.

Mina is the administrative officer of Tulip City, a servant of Master Shire's castle, and is deeply trusted by the Earl of Shire.According to Earl Shire, his youngest son will be a student of Mr. Mina in the future, which means that he is also an authentic servant, not the kind of outsider who joins halfway.

"Remember, your way of thinking must be carried forward. The things you forge are ultimately for people to use. For example, spears are for iris soldiers, and agricultural tools are for serfs. If you want to improve them, you must consider The needs of these users can only be useful if the right medicine is prescribed.”

Charles was afraid that Lalu blacksmith would abandon this method after improving the iron plow, so he reminded him especially.

"Of course, Lord Earl, I will definitely carry forward this method and let every blacksmith in the steel town understand this method."

"That's good."

In this era of food shortage, food security cannot be overemphasized.Charles looked at the new iron plow waiting for it to be placed there, feeling a little itchy in his heart.

The Earl of Charles simply moved directly, holding the handle with both hands, and slowly pushing forward, the sharp plow blades were inserted into the soil little by little.The originally flat land became a shallow ditch after plowing with an iron plow.

"Not bad, very good, the power consumed is indeed much less than last time."

Charles praised that this newly improved iron plow can be pulled by a grown man, but it is still difficult to rely on people to plow a large area of ​​land, it is too tiring.

A rope can be tied to the handrail of the iron plow, so that the livestock can pull it, and people can adjust the direction behind it. This is the correct way to open the iron plow.

But there are so many big livestock he can find there, I can't even see a few bison, and cattle in the wild can't be captured to become farm cattle, which requires training, and the success rate is relatively low.

What about pack horses?It doesn't feel particularly appropriate, after all, his knights still lack horses.But there is a lack of war horses, and pack horses are also needed.If there were enough pack horses, Charles wanted to raise a regiment of mounted infantry.This can greatly enhance the mobility of the army, and they can catch up with those tauren.

The knight will become the spying intelligence and the final decisive force. If it is used as a conventional method to attack the tauren, even if the battle loss ratio is one to three, he will die at a loss.

Tauren, Charles suddenly found that Tauren is a very suitable labor force.First of all, they have great strength and good patience, and they can definitely pull the iron plow.And they are sane, and learning how to till the land is a piece of cake for them.

The only disadvantage is that they are not afraid of death, and have the habit of cannibalism, and they don't respect humans very much.If the serfs took the tauren to plow the land, they might not be able to return.

But it also seems to be overcome.While thinking about it, Charles felt that there was a lot to be done.If they eat people, they seal their mouths, and if they kill people, they tie their hands.If a group of tauren could be tamed, the efficiency of the serfs' farming would be greatly improved.

……

After staying in Steel Town for a few more days, Charles planned to return to Tulip City.

Andres later sent a messenger, saying that he had accepted the terms of the weapon-for-food deal, and that Tulip City was relatively close to the prince's fief, which was suitable for trading.

So after resting and giving orders, Charles returned to Tulip City with a knight group.As for the Iris Infantry Regiment, they will stay here to continue training.

Inside Tulip City, inside the Earl's Palace of Shire.

Kitty was curled up on the velvet bed in a white lace pajamas, and Fina was wearing a long matcha-colored dress, sitting on the corner of the bed, her long black hair like satin was scattered on her shoulders, and the warm spring breeze blew over, making Fina soft and soft. Her hair sticks to her delicate face.

"Kitty, although Shire is not in Tulip City, you don't have to be so discouraged, you lie on the bed every day, what's the matter, you just don't want to see me, anyway, I introduced my husband to you .” Fina looked at Kitty with a smile on her face.

"You still say, Fina. Are you shy? If Dad knows that we serve a man together, Dad will break our legs."

"If I want to interrupt, I will interrupt you. Dad is reluctant to interrupt me. Dad loves me the most."

Fina joked with a smile.

"But what's wrong with you recently, why are you so sleepy?"

"I don't know, I just feel very tired every day and just want to sleep."

"I think you just miss Charles, but he's coming back soon, and I'll see if you're still sleepy then."

Charles has already sent a letter. He has already set off from Steel Town and will return to Tulip City in a few days.

While Fina and Kitty were chatting, there was a sudden knock on the door, and an old voice came from outside the door.

"Mrs. Kitty, Mrs. Finer, Master Charles will be back soon."

"Okay, Mr. Rocky, we got it." Fina said towards the outside of the house.

At this time, outside Tulip City, Mina was leading the officials of the Government Affairs Office to welcome Charles' arrival.

In the distance, the flag of the Iris family first appeared in the sight of Mina and the others, followed by the knights. The black horses rushed towards Tulip City like a torrent.

Riding a black steed and wearing a pair of silver armor, Charles slowly stopped in front of the tulip array.

At this time, Mina in a dress came up to him.

"My lord, you are back."

"Ok!"

Charles turned over and took the lead, leading Mina and others towards the government affairs hall.

"Mina, has anything happened in Tulip City recently?"

Walking into the government affairs hall, Charles sat on a chair and looked at Mina.

"Master, the William family has replied, and the envoy of His Highness Andres is also in Tulip City. Apart from that, there is nothing else."

"Has Andres' envoy arrived yet? What about the food, have you brought it?"

"No, according to the envoy, when you get the spear ready, you will have the spear with one hand and the grain with the other."

Charles smiled wryly. It seemed that there was already a sign of distrust between him and Andres, but it was normal. After all, Andres, who had experienced a big defeat, was no longer the opponent of Iris Collar. Tayaoshi is an idiot for maintaining the previous trust.

"The William family has already replied? Give me the letter."

"Master, the letter has always been kept with Mr. Loki. Now in your mansion, Mr. Loki, Mrs. Finer is ready to welcome you. By the way, master, the emissary also asked if Mrs. Kitty has stayed That's enough, Her Highness Andres misses her a little."

Kitty can't go back, if Andres wants someone, then go out to the army!The excuse is that he is sick, and when the time comes, let the doctors in the city pretend to look at it, put on a show, and give Andres a step down.

"Since the letter is with Loki, I won't stay here anymore. You send someone to settle the knight order, and I'll go back first."

"Yes, Master Charles." Mina nodded in agreement.

Charles strode out of the government affairs hall and walked towards the mansion.

There are people coming and going on the street, densely populated, and their faces are full of vigor, which is the hope for the future.

Most of the clothes they wear are half-new and not old, with few patches on them.It can be seen that the life of the citizens in Tulip City is not bad.

After a while, Charles returned to his home, and the guards at the door hurriedly saluted Charles' arrival.

Charles gestured with a smile, and then walked towards the hall. At this time, Loki, who was standing at the door of the hall, rushed up to meet him.

"Master Shire, this is a letter from the William family. Food has been prepared in the hall, and Mrs. Kitty and Mrs. Finer are also in the hall."

"Thank you, Loki."

"It's my pleasure."

After chatting with Loki for a few words, Charles walked into the hall.

In the magnificent hall, Fina, who was wearing a long matcha-colored dress, looked at Charles with a smile on her face.Kitty stood beside Fina wearing a long lace dress, looking haggard, as if she didn't sleep well last night.

"Fina, Kitty, I'm back!"

Charles greeted him.

"You're finally back. If you don't come back, Kitty will almost die of sleep on the bed." Fina joked with a smile.

Xia Er looked at Kitty, and under Xia Er's gaze, Kitty's fair and delicate face was covered with a layer of embarrassment.

"You just fell asleep on the bed."

After a few jokes, the familiar feeling between the three returned.

The three sat down separately and began to eat.

The same combination of broth and white bread, but the variety of fruits is very rich, as well as roasted wild boar legs.Generally speaking, it is still very rich.

Charles didn't have the habit of not talking when eating or sleeping. While eating and flipping through the pages, he chatted about his experiences in the past few days.

After dinner, Charles took the opportunity to leave the hall and went to the study with the envelope in his hand.

Leaning on the buckskin chair, Charles opened the undamaged envelope, took out the letter inside, and began to browse.

After reading the letter, Charles showed a happy expression on his face.

Earl William of Ladjoyane granted his request.And he gave two trade routes, one is land and the other is sea.

However, the land needs to pass through the Earl of Geithner. Earl Radjoyane William can only guarantee to transport the grain to the border of the Principality of Luma. Next, he needs to open up the trade route of the Principality of Artem. It's not difficult, but it's a pity that Charles is just a new earl.

Moreover, he had a bad relationship with Earl Geithner. Although he would not be disgusted with Shire for some petty profits, this time the transaction was food. Food is undoubtedly the most precious now, and it is difficult for Shire to guarantee Geithner The Count made no move.

The second route is by sea. Earl Radjoyane William is responsible for providing ships, which can be transported to the vast coastline of the Principality of Artem, but it is a pity that the Iris Collar is only an inland collar, and it does not have its own port. .

This also needs to go through the territories of other earls, whether it is through the territory of Earl Geithner or that problem, it is difficult for Charles to guarantee that Earl Geithner will not be tempted.

Either through the Earl of Violet, but the Earl of Violet is now facing the attack of the tauren, and the delivery from the Earl of Violet is not reliable.

After all, it is necessary to have an alley of its own to be suitable for maritime trade, otherwise it will be stuck by others sooner or later.

The small town of Archie in the northeast of the Violet County was overrun by the tauren.

The small town of Archie seems to be close to the sea.I don't know where to build an alley.

And there are tauren there, and the large-scale promotion of the iron plow seems to need the help of the tauren.

Population problems?

Now Caudle persuaded the other tribes to go down the mountain. I don't know how it is going?

(End of this chapter)