Lord: The inheritance right is taken away at the beginning

Chapter 203: New Life in Hillwood Town

While Ronin was engaged in a conversation with Anthony, Wilson had been busy announcing the lord's new policies towards slaves in Swamp Town, effectively easing their fear and anxiety. He also arranged for assistants to register the incoming slaves, noting their names, ages, and any special skills they possessed.

By evening, when Luo Ning reviewed the completed registration list, the long-dormant [Siege the City] achievement suddenly activated, rewarding him with 200 attribute points and 400 units of energy essence. The achievement's interface updated to reflect ownership of two cities, now offering increased rewards.

Luo Ning deduced that the achievement was triggered by the increase in the population, confirming his theory that a city must have a population of at least ten thousand to qualify for the [Conquer the City] achievement. With this realization, he proudly declared, "Swamp Town shall now be known as Swamp City."

Satisfied with the attribute and energy gains, Luo Ning prepared to leave. After bidding farewell to Anthony the following morning, he mounted his Cloud-Stepping Horse and headed back to Shanlin Town. He had spent ten productive days in Swamp Town, stabilizing the community and aiding in resource extraction, but it was time to return.

Although he departed, he left Joffrey with him, assigning McKen to train the guards and Ridal to continue the clearing missions in dangerous areas. He expected that within two days, the area would be secured, allowing Redal to move on to other locations.

Luo Ning had arranged for Jenny to remain at Swamp Castle. As a water magician, she was well-acquainted with the environment and would oversee the procurement of an additional 300,000 kilograms of food. Wilson and other officials would handle the town's governance, with the newly recruited administrative staff and village leaders managing agricultural activities and ensuring public order.

Ronin took a different route back to Hillwood Town, leading through the northwest corner of Swamp Town, past the swamp and stone forest, arriving at Black Earth Village. The villagers were surprised but reassured to see their former leader, Joffrey, who had now aligned with the new lord.

Luo Ning spent two days in Black Earth Village, inspecting its fertile lands and envisioning it as a future grain-producing powerhouse for Wubei Territory. He then visited Huitu Village, Ziguo Village, and Qingzhu Village, inspecting the spring farming progress.

Despite the absence of knights, the villages were secure under the watch of guards from Wushan Castle, whose loyalty to Ronin was unquestionable. Luo Ning made sure to increase their salaries for peace of mind and instituted oversight to prevent misuse of power.

After a week of travel, Luo Ning finally returned to Shanlin Castle, greeted by the unmistakable mixed bark and howl of Black Tiger. The animal had grown significantly, nearly the size of a golden retriever from Ronin's memories, and was bursting with energy.

"Looks like you might be rideable soon," Luo Ning mused, comparing Black Tiger's explosive power to the endurance of his Cloud-Stepping Horse.

As he entered the castle, Irene and the servants, Galen and Bella, greeted him warmly. Irene, excited to see Luo Ning, ran into his arms, while the servants eagerly helped with the books and other gifts he had brought back from his travels.

Relieved to see their master, Galen and Bella had been anxious about their positions, knowing that Ronin had expanded his rule but had not taken them to Swamp Town.

After settling in, Ronin inquired about Elrond, only to learn from Irene that the light magician was assisting with a difficult birth in Jingye Village. Impressed by Elrond's unexpected medical skills, Luo Ning decided to visit the village chief's home, eager to support the community during such a significant event.

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