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Chapter 197: The Establishment of the Pasture
Chapter 197: The Establishment of the Pasture
To be precise, Lu HaiKong didn't return to the Mountain Camp, but rather, he arrived at the designated location for the planned pasture within the camp's territory.
By the time Lu HaiKong arrived, the Black Wind Legion had already settled the captured Hun Clan, totaling a thousand people, and had also inventoried the plundered wealth from the Hun Tribe.
Despite the seemingly insignificant size of the Hun Clan, they possessed a substantial amount of wealth, including over 20,000 gold coins.
However, the most valuable acquisition for Lu HaiKong from eliminating this Hun Tribe was not the gold, but the livestock and horses.
Compared to the 20,000 cold gold coins, these resources were far more practical for Lu HaiKong and precisely what he needed at the moment.
From the Hun Tribe, Lu HaiKong acquired approximately 1,300 horses, 500 cattle, and 3,000 sheep.
This was a significant fortune. In the grasslands, a single horse could fetch several hundred gold coins when sold in the Central Plains, so 1,300 horses would amount to several million gold coins. Additionally, the cattle and sheep, if Lu HaiKong had the means to liquidate them, could bring in at least tens of millions in wealth, even at a discounted price.
In fact, if given the opportunity, Lu HaiKong would be more than willing to sell off a portion of the horses and livestock.
Just considering the horses, Lu HaiKong's Mountain Camp already had an excess, and with the additional 1,300 horses, the total number exceeded 3,000.
Currently, the number of Bandits in Lu HaiKong's camp barely reached a thousand, and with the new additions, over 2,000 horses remained unused. This situation was quite detrimental to the camp.
Even with the most economical feeding, a horse consumed enough food to support several people daily. Moreover, these horses couldn't be neglected, as they would quickly fall ill and lose their combat effectiveness. For a while, these horses were the most demanding residents of the camp, requiring constant attention.
Fortunately, Lu HaiKong had managed to ransom many skilled horse caretakers from the Xianbei Tribe, providing some relief. However, these caretakers still consumed a significant portion of the camp's food supply.
"Although the pasture is about to be established, we now have an additional 3,500 cattle and sheep. Should we wait for Li Xiong's return and ask him to come up with a way to sell them off?"
As the leader of the camp, Lu HaiKong, feeling the pressure of their growing responsibilities, suggest a private meeting. Lu HaiKong, sensing the urgency, agrees. They discuss the camp's lack of a stable source of income and the recent closure of the gold mine. With the current state of the camp, Lu HaiKong realizes they need to find alternative means of generating funds, as the remaining gold from the mine will eventually run out.
The 'spending' Lu HaiKong refers to is not external but internal. Various aspects of the camp require funding, from the 500 gold per day for Gongsun Chui to the soldier's salaries in the three camps. Although Wang Jun's businesses within the camp help circulate the funds, once spent, they are gone for good.
Examples include the maintenance of the Training Ground and the upcoming construction of the pasture.
The pasture is a System Building, and while Lu HaiKong could mobilize the locals for its construction, the process is not only challenging but also time-consuming. Without a month or two, it would be impossible to complete, and time is precisely what Lu HaiKong lacks. Thus, he has no choice but to use the System's construction function.
Soon after Lu HaiKong's arrival, Zhang Wen leads a team to deliver the necessary materials for the pasture's construction.
With the camp's upgrade to a Large Mountain Camp, Zhang Wen's original duties were reassigned, and he now assists Wang Jun.
Zhang Wen, originally from the Flowing Camp, was forcefully recruited by Lu HaiKong. After several months of training, he has become more composed, and his Political attribute has reached 50.
Zhang Wen is a diligent and reliable individual, with a loyal and honest personality. Although he lacks outstanding talents, his hard work has earned him Wang Jun's favor, who gladly mentors him, resulting in his rapid Political attribute growth.
However, the camp still lacks scholars, with only Wang Jun, Zhang Wen, and Li Feng shouldering the responsibility. This burden shows on their faces, making them appear weak and weary.
Observing Zhang Wen's condition, Lu HaiKong considers the possibility of venturing to the Flowing Camp to recruit more scholars.
After Zhang Wen confirms the delivery of all the required materials and returns to his other duties, Lu HaiKong contemplates finding additional help for them.
"It seems we need to provide them with some assistance. Otherwise, these guys might collapse from exhaustion before the camp is even fully established."
Lu HaiKong sighs softly and, without hesitation, opens the system to initiate the pasture's construction.
"Blueprint confirmed, materials confirmed. Pay 100,000 gold to construct the pasture?"
Hearing the system's prompt, Lu HaiKong can't help but wince. 100,000 gold coins—Wang Jun would feel like he lost his father. It's a painful amount, especially since the camp's remaining gold is almost entirely allocated to the Blacksmith Camp's daily operations.
Using the system's construction function requires careful consideration. It's best avoided unless one is a wealthy player, and even then, it's essential to have the materials prepared beforehand, as the costs can be astronomical.
After Lu HaiKong confirms the construction, the pasture takes shape before his eyes at a rapid pace.
The pasture consists of several large enclosures for the livestock, a few small dwellings for habitation, and not much else.
The most significant changes brought about by the pasture are the transformation of the grassland and the system attribute boost.
With the pasture in place, the livestock will not stray beyond its boundaries, and wild animals will not venture into its confines.
Lu HaiKong waits for two hours until the pasture is complete, and he examines its simple attributes.
Pasture (Level: 1)
Territory Building
Area: 5 square kilometers
Effects: Increases pasture grass growth rate by 10%.
Reduces livestock mortality rate within the pasture by 10%.
The description is straightforward, and Lu HaiKong is unsure of the actual effectiveness of the pasture. However, someone is aware of its true potential.
As soon as the pasture is nearly complete, Wang Tao arrives. This old man, well aware of the privileges he enjoys in the camp, rushes over as soon as he hears of the pasture's construction.
Upon seeing the pasture's grassland, Wang Tao can't contain his excitement, praising it as the finest grassland he has ever seen, capable of nurturing the fattest and most delicious livestock.
Chapter end
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