Chapter 212: Murloc Transformation Experiment
Seeing the confused look in Butler Ralph's eyes, Matthew patiently explained:
"As I mentioned before, our manpower is valuable, and there's no need to invest it in such a drain."
"The purpose of developing the ruins is more about spreading Bay Territory's reputation among other adventurers."
"We can sell all kinds of Bay Territory's goods to adventurers, who are much wealthier than commoners."
"All the supplies they need—food, clothing, gear, and adventure-related expenses—will be ours."
"Excavating the ruins is profitable, but we'll make even more money."
Butler Ralph quickly understood the lord's unconventional strategy this time, and thoughtfully murmured:
"Just like Blood Moon City, which attracted large numbers of adventurers with its vast ruins, allowing it to rapidly develop."
"Even though Blood Moon City has been declining in recent years, compared to other large cities that take hundreds or even thousands of years to develop, it has already sped up its growth immensely!"
"Moreover, this will strengthen and improve our ability to produce various living supplies."
"Even if we lose the adventurer market later on, we'll still be able to sell these goods to other cities."
Matthew was very pleased that Butler Ralph could see this point and signaled for him to continue with confidence.
Whether successful or not, they would gain valuable experience and insight into development.
As soon as Butler Ralph left, the village elder, Field, who had been waiting, entered the room.
"Great master, I have missed you during these few days. Your greatness is mesmerizing, your beauty is praiseworthy..."
Wearing dark green leather armor, Bobo, full of flattery, rushed over, showering compliments on Yaya, who was browsing a history book.
Yaya, with her big eyes, happily glanced at Bobo, nodded lightly, and curiously asked in her heart:
"Papa, is this little murloc flattering me?"
Often talking with Matthew, Yaya had been learning quickly and liked to apply her new knowledge.
"Haha, that's right. This little one is very smart, very good at pretending to borrow power from others..."
"Hmm? Shouldn't it be a fish borrowing the might of a dragon..."
Matthew gave a glance at the empty flattery from Bobo, then gestured to the somewhat hesitant village elder, Field, to come forward.
The relieved village elder showed a hint of reluctance and shame on his face but still, without hesitation, reported the situation:
"Lord, the number of murlocs in both places has reached 50,000, and Bobo can still manage them."
"However, these murlocs are incredibly stupid. They can only understand Bobo's simple commands."
"As for other orders, even if you beat them to death, it seems they just can't follow through."
If it weren't absolutely necessary, Elder Field really didn't want to bother the lord.
The lord's time was precious, his pressure immense, and he had many matters to deal with.
But Elder Field was certain that if he couldn't fulfill the lord's task, he had to say so promptly.
Otherwise, delaying it further could lead to greater trouble and losses.
Compared to the territory's overall interests and the lord's plans, personal pride meant nothing.
Matthew could sense Elder Field's thoughts and felt a sense of gratitude.
It was with the help of such people that the territory could develop so quickly, so he softly reassured:
"Haha, the vast majority of murlocs have incredibly low intelligence."
"For them, their thinking is more instinctual than emotional, even more rigid than some fortunate hyenas or magical creatures."
"Even if I were in charge of them, it probably wouldn't go smoothly. This matter can only be left to Yaya!"
Hearing Matthew call her, Yaya put down her book and poked her round, cute head out:
"Hmm? Those murlocs? Leave them to me!"
Seeing Yaya's cheerful face, Elder Field didn't feel anything amiss. In fact, he was incredibly excited.
Though the world's cultural development wasn't as advanced as Matthew's previous life, the experiences people had were much richer.
This continent.
Had been ruled by dragons.
Had been ruled by giants.
Even during the long and distant dark ages, within those tens of thousands of years of vacant time, it had been ruled by various creatures.
Even recently, it had experienced being ruled by elves and dwarves.
As for Yaya, a true dragon, the people of Bay Territory took great pride in her identity and legitimacy.
Many had even discussed.
That the lord, being the most trusted Arcanist of the Netheril Empire, had at least a 200-year lifespan.
If he became a revered Grand Arcanist, he could rule the territory forever.
And as the other ruler of the territory, the true dragon and emblem of Bay Territory, Yaya, with her nearly thousand-year lifespan, could always care for the territory.
This was a great blessing!
As for Yaya wanting to get involved in management, Elder Field fully supported it.
Whether Yaya did well or poorly, it would still be something worth celebrating for everyone.
Half an hour later.
In a swamp five kilometers from Murloc Castle.
A small lake was teeming with countless murlocs.
Tens of thousands of murlocs gathered here, their chaotic noises blending into one.
Some restless murlocs directly attacked nearby companions who displeased them.
Shouting, fighting, and brawling blended into a chaotic mess.
Elder Field blinked helplessly. He knew well that murlocs were naturally chaotic.
If left unchecked, these fools would likely fight for a whole day, and thousands of them might die in the process.
Each murloc had cost the territory 2 silver coins, and Bobo had spent considerable effort subduing them.
In Bay Territory, not a single murloc was expendable!
Just as the murlocs' chaos reached its peak, a silver-white figure slowly descended, floating silently above the lake.
The noisy murlocs were immediately stunned into silence.
A large number of them flipped onto their backs, floating on the lake's surface.
Yaya hadn't intentionally released her draconic might, but even so, the pressure she exerted on the murlocs was terrifying.
Most of the murlocs couldn't withstand such power and fainted.
Luckily, they wouldn't drown, or they'd all be done for.
Yaya never expected much from their combat abilities. Just as she had done with Gold-Fang and Silver-Fang, she called to the few murlocs that hadn't fainted:
"Swim to the shore and greet your new fate!"
When Elder Field heard Yaya's words, his mind filled with thoughts:
"For so many refugees, does coming to Bay Territory mean they've changed their fate too?"
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