NOVEL WEB Chapter 129: King of Snow(1)
Chapter 129: King of Snow(1)
After the decisive battle with the Messenian lord, Maesinius swiftly consolidated his victory. His terms were generous, offering leniency and security to those who had opposed him. The defeated lords, recognizing the futility of further resistance and the wisdom in aligning with the first prince, bent the knee one by one. Maesinius, ever the statesman, accepted their fealty with grace, ensuring they retained their lands and status under his rule.Except for the title of High Marshall, that was obviously deprived as the prince would never allow a man to keep such a fertile and important land under his control.
In just a single day, word of the prince's victory and fair treatment spread rapidly. The entirety of the province, fell to him. By the day's end, the Messenian province was firmly under the banner of the first prince, his authority unquestioned.
The long-standing issue in the northern territories of insufficient cultivated land had been a pressing concern for years. The harsh terrain and limited arable land had constrained the region's agricultural output, leading to chronic shortages of grain and frequent reliance on imports from the south.
It seemed though that such a fundemental problem had been solved. Grain surpluses from these newly acquired provinces were expected to flow into the northern markets. With more grain flooding the markets, the supply shortages would have been alleviated, ensuring a stable source of food for the northern territories.
The prince hoped that this development would not only solve the grain shortage but also spark a surge in commercial activity across the northern lands, particularly in the fur and timber trades. Typically, the high cost of transporting timber from the north to the south rendered it unprofitable for most merchants to invest in the industry. However, with the civil war disrupting traditional supply lines, Maesinius believed that many traders would now turn their attention to the vast northern forests.
As the conflict reshaped trade routes, regions like the Kingdom of Sarleon, the Principality of Arlania, and even the newly acquired provinces under Maesinius' control would increasingly rely on northern timber. This shift could open up new opportunities, making the north a vital supplier of both timber and fur, further strengthening its economy and integrating it into the broader realm's trade network.