This Lord is Very Scientific

"Yes, Mr. Lin Ke, those human kingdoms will come to us to buy things."

In the bedroom, Knicks was explaining the situation to Lin Ke.

Nasan isn't just one human kingdom, but many human kingdoms.

For example, some grand duchies and principalities that broke away from the Gula Kingdom, as well as some weaker kingdoms.

But those forces are too small; not only are they weak in power, but their territories are even smaller, with fewer strong individuals.

To the point that Lin Ke suspected some kingdoms might not even be as strong as a single Earl's Domain in Gula.

However, if it's about trade, it might surprise Lin Ke.

After all, trade can bring wealth, knowledge, population, and many other things.

"If we want to establish contact over there, how should we go about it?"

Lin Ke was considering opening a trade route!

Whether it was selling silk, paper, or something else, his experience from a past life told him this could be a path to prosperity.

"Mr. Lin Ke, I... I don't know." Knicks was trying hard to think, but couldn't come up with an idea: "We actually live quite close to the marshlands, not as far as Azaenn Castle, but we still need to cross that real marshland."

From the center of the Lava Swamp outwards, there are circles of dense jungles, and it's said that the very center of the marshland was caused by a massive meteorite impact back in the day.

The famous Juli River flows from west to southeast through here, and after a long period of evolution, it has turned into the infamous Lava Swamp of Nasan.

In Lin Ke's view, it's a treasure trove, with abundant and rich resources.

But in others' views, why go to the Lava Swamp to compete with creatures of the same level when you can crush resources from secondary planes?

Moreover, from others' perspectives, the Lava Swamp is Gula Kingdom's territory, with the Lady of Tides as the sovereign, making it even less of a target for coveting.

If back when Princess Rica made the announcement it was effective, then the Lava Swamp would have turned into Azanen's territory...

"How about this, before spring next year, we'll take a trip over there to see what's going on."

Spring is a time of revival and excitement, often leading to conflicts, and Lin Ke also needs to instruct the farmers on planting and perhaps cultivate a new profession.

So it's best to resolve things before spring.

However...

"Still not sure if the magical beasts will be dealt with by spring." Knicks voiced Lin Ke's concern.

If they can't be dealt with, opening a trade route will be difficult.

"Never mind, let's visit Parrot City another day; we can only sift through what we find." Lin Ke sighed, reluctantly deciding to go to Parrot City to buy slaves.

"Okay, Mr. Lin Ke... However, Watson organized a chess tournament, and tomorrow is the final; should we go the day after?" Knicks awkwardly suggested.

"A chess tournament? Finals?" Lin Ke raised an eyebrow, "Did you participate as well?"

He had been writing books lately, having guided Watson, not expecting Watson to have organized a successful tournament.

Just that too many people participated, including many from the castle and Azanen Village.

Because chess is simple to make and play, it's easy to pick up.

"Yes, Mr. Lin Ke, and I made it to the finals!"

Knicks shyly rubbed the back of his head.

"Well done, Knicks." Lin Ke stood and patted Knicks on the shoulder, "Who else among my followers participated? Let's go see how Watson has set up the venue."

Lin Ke was a bit eager to see if Watson could successfully become the first [Worker].

A worker is someone who doesn't own production materials and relies on wages for a living.

It includes both manual and mental labor, with the distinction being whether one owns the means of production.

The means of production, including necessary land, factories, tools, raw materials, etc., all belong to Lin Ke.

A worker is someone hired to perform physical or technical labor to earn wages, without owning production materials themselves but earning wage-like income through their labor.

Do a job, earn a wage.

The ordinary become workers; the best, the labor models, and such, Lin Ke would grant them to become [Workers].

[Worker], as a profession, requires understanding traits like contracts, labor, employment relationships, and solidarity.

The peculiarity of workers is that, despite being the majority, they can still be exploited by a minority.

For example, employers might withhold wages or use some means to achieve undisclosed goals.

Therefore, while adhering to contracts and employment relationships, only by uniting can they truly become [Workers].

Previously, Watson couldn't understand the trait of "solidarity," so Lin Ke specifically had him organize a Workers' Association to advocate for the rightful interests of the worker group.

At the same time, as workers see each other like family, this unity understanding deepens.

The significance of small activities like a chess tournament lies in this, using such activities to bond.

Lin Ke hadn't expected that in entertainment-starved Nasan, a chess tournament could attract a large group of participants.

By the time Lin Ke arrived at the Place of Marvel, the venue was almost set up.

Lin Ke had ordered the [Architect] to expand the Place of Marvel while overseeing the Great Wall Fortress.

Now, the Place of Marvel was a semi-enclosed stadium, much better than the previous rough platforms.

Watson was also there; Lin Ke casually asked about various aspects of the tournament and then excitedly went back, leaving Watson puzzled.

However, the next day, Lin Ke was still shocked by the crowd.

"Chess... so many people know how to play chess now?"

Lin Ke was somewhat incredulous yet found it reasonable.

A boring life with chess is quite intriguing!

No matter the age or gender, everyone finds it fun, at least more relaxing than procreation, with a greater sense of accomplishment.

Upon Lin Ke's arrival, the audience didn't know, as they sat in their seats watching two games enlarged by water mirror magic on the field below.

On one side was Knicks versus a young man, on the other Watson versus a bald man.

"Bald Jack? He came to participate too?" Lin Ke couldn't help but laugh.

Bald Jack was Lin Ke's subordinate responsible for slaves, having secretly learned literacy, quite a witty man.

"Yes, young master." John mumbled behind Lin Ke, "What's so interesting about this kind of competition, it's boring to death."

Lin Ke glanced at him, having heard John was eliminated during the open selection by a kid about his age.

"Who is that young man competing against Knicks?" Lin Ke gazed at the young man, feeling quite intrigued.

"That kid's name is Yale, a very smart kid." Lamiel and Lolita, also eliminated, were behind Lin Ke.

One should know that after becoming a professional, one's body has significant enhancements, with the brain working much faster.

This young man advancing all the way to knock Lamiel and others down was quite commendable.

"Yale was once saved by Knicks!" John reminded on the side, "And it's from that incident that Knicks became a real [Doctor]... And, young master, do you remember Qing Cha? This is Qing Cha's younger brother!"

Qing Cha?

Lin Ke nodded slightly, with a thoughtful look in his eyes.

Why buy slaves?

Wouldn't it be much better to cultivate such a gifted young man?