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Chapter 7 New Crop: Potato!
"What performance?" Loren asked.

"If you can stick to the training for a week and promise me you won't bother the townspeople anymore... I'll move into your room..."

Xuefu's voice was very soft.

She was a little nervous.

Loren's heart was pounding.

Keep training for a week?
Isn’t that simple?
Although the afternoon training was tough, Loren had always wanted to become a knight.

He knew that as a lord, his own strength was also very important.

Which of the dukes, marquises, and earls in the Elf Kingdom doesn't possess formidable power?
Those high-ranking nobles, even at the very least, were mid-ranking knights.

A lord who lacks the ability to protect himself will find it difficult to retain his high rank.

Another uneventful day has passed.

A new day, and a new month.

Today's intelligence seems a bit unusual.

[Monthly information updated]

[Intelligence 1]: This evening, a caravan will pass through Sandstone Town from the direction of Nearshore Town. They will bring many goods, including three potatoes.

[Intelligence 2]: In mid-July, a small seaweed sprite in the Elf Sea will evolve into a large seaweed sprite.

[Intelligence 3]: In mid-July, a Flame Dragon will stop on an unnamed island in the Elf Sea and leave behind a treasure.

[Intelligence 4]: Deep within a cave on the outskirts of the Monster Mountain Range, within the territory of Sandstone Town, lies a wizard's handbook.

[Intelligence 5]: The Elf Queen is gathering an army to prepare for war in order to expand her territory.

Monthly intelligence?

Loren was shocked.

Almost all of this intelligence is major news.

Clearly, monthly intelligence is far more valuable than daily intelligence!
Firstly, the caravan passed by and brought three potatoes.

What is a potato?
It's a potato!
It's a brand new crop that doesn't exist in the Elf Kingdom!

With high yield and strong adaptability, it can provide more energy for residents under the same conditions!
If it can be planted on a large scale, it can definitely solve the problem of food and clothing for the residents of Shashi Town.

Furthermore, it can be used to develop many other delicacies such as French fries, potato chips, and "heavenly silkworm potatoes".

With just this one crop, Loren saw limitless possibilities for the future!
The following are several pieces of information about the Great Elf, the Dragon, and the Elf Queen.

Although these pieces of information are valuable, they are not of much use to Loren at this moment.

It's not time to explore the seas yet.

Of these pieces of information, Loren was most concerned about the fourth one.

Wizard's Handbook!

The existence of the fairy insects proves that magic does indeed exist in this world.

Legend has it that magicians and wizards also existed in the Elf Kingdom.

But rumors are just rumors.

No one has ever seen a real wizard.

The intelligence report mentioned that a wizard's handbook was buried in a cave on the outskirts of the Monster Mountain Range.

If he could obtain this manual, would he have a chance of becoming a wizard?
Thinking of this, Loren was incredibly excited.

The outer area of ​​the Monster Mountain Range is mostly inhabited by low-level monsters, so it's not impossible to explore!
After lunch, Loren immediately went to find Liz.

"Captain Liz, let's put the investigation into the bandits aside for now. I have a new task for you."

Liz asked curiously, "What are your orders, Lord?"

"I need you to go to the outskirts of the Monster Mountain Range to conduct an investigation."

Obtain the location information of all caves within the territory of Sandstone Town.

Inform me immediately after the investigation is completed.

Liz hesitated for a moment, "There are many magical beasts on the outskirts of the mountains."

To ensure safety, I need to take at least three knights with me.

During this period, Sandstone Town could be in danger if it were attacked.

"Don't worry, you just need to investigate in the afternoon and come back before sunset."

The three knights are perfectly capable of protecting the safety of Sandstone Town.

With a knight protecting the territory, bandits would never dare to attack it easily.

"Yes!"

Liz immediately began her new mission.

The investigation area is limited to the territory of Sandstone Town. Given Liz's strength as a mid-ranking knight, she should have the results by tomorrow.

Afternoon training session concluded.

Liz returns from her exploration.

Meanwhile, a caravan arrived in Shashi Town.

Shashi Town is located in a relatively remote area.

It is bordered by the Monster Mountain Range to the north.

To the south is a small mountain ridge called Tieling.

There are two roads leading to Shashi Town.

One is located on the southeast side, near the town of Hai and the town of Shashi.

One is located on the southwest side, between Tieling Town and Shashi Town.

There is already a direct road between Jinhai Town and Tieling Town.

Moreover, that road was relatively flat.

Therefore, few caravans passed through Sandstone Town.

Loren went out to greet him, with Xuefu following behind him.

The merchant in the caravan was a man around thirty years old.

His team has several knights who seem to be quite strong.

"My lord, I am Tris, a merchant from the Dragonflame Caravan. I am passing through Sandstone Town today and would like to stay here for the night."

Shashi Town is barren, and caravans generally do not stay for too long.

Loren asked, "Your Excellency Triss, I have arranged hotels for everyone."

In addition, I've instructed the kitchen to prepare a barbecue, which will be delivered to you later.

"Thank you, my lord."

Generally, lords treat merchants very politely.

Because merchants pay a tax when they pass through the territory.

Moreover, they can promote trade between their territory and other regions, which is mutually beneficial.

For example, today, this caravan brought three potatoes.

"Your Excellency Triss, may I ask what goods the caravan brought to Sandstone Town today?"

Triss quickly ordered someone to open the carriage.

"The carriage contains all sorts of luxury goods, textiles, metals and weapons, as well as magic potions, magic stones, and so on. Which type of item would you like to purchase, my lord?"

Are there any new varieties of grain crops?

Triss glanced back at the carriage.

"New crop varieties are extremely scarce, and all the lords are scrambling to buy them. The remaining seeds are only the more common types."

Loren stepped forward and immediately spotted the three potatoes in the carriage, one of which had already sprouted.

“What is this?” Loren asked.

Triss replied, "This is a potato, an ornamental plant introduced from elsewhere."

"Ornamental plants?"

"Yes, this type of plant is poisonous and cannot be eaten. Moreover, no one knows how to grow it, so it can only be used for ornamental purposes."

Loren raised an eyebrow.

No wonder nobody's buying them; do they all think potatoes are poisonous?

"This thing does look quite unique. My wife loves these strange and unusual things. How much are these three potatoes?"

Xuefu rolled her eyes at Loren.

Who likes this kind of thing?

Triss thought for a moment, "Sir, you can buy some other items. These potatoes are just a gift for you."

"Then let's buy five magic jades."

Magic jade can be made into magic jade powder, which can be used as a snack for spirit insects.

Five magic gems and three potatoes cost only 15 gold coins.

This deal was incredibly profitable.

These potatoes alone are worth more than a thousand gold pieces.

(End of this chapter)