Mountain and Forest Kingdom

In the conference room of the cathedral, Lawrence and several prophets sat down on the soft sofa, drinking tea and chatting.

On Lawrence's side sat Kassandra and the Holy Lady Hela, Burr, and some of the archons of Durmport.

Dana and Lawrence were sitting in the first row, and sitting on her side were several elven wise men and Green Hardwood.

What surprised Lawrence was that Green Hardwood was not leading the team this time. The person in charge was Dana, who did not understand agriculture but had the highest status.

Lawrence wanted to talk directly to the Elf Queen, but he felt that the other party might not understand his needs, so he accepted Dana's existence, as long as the other party would not get in the way.

"As I said, most of the crops in the Ice Land are now concentrated between spring and autumn, growing and maturing during this warm period."

Lawrence looked at Philo, the plant master in the messenger team, and expressed his thoughts.

"I have been looking for crops suitable for this land, preferably used as fodder. Just a few people came to visit us. I would like to invite you to my fields to see the crops we have. If there can be improvements, I will be very happy to accept your opinion.”

Philo was a pharmacist, not a farmer.

Facing Lawrence's excited attention, Philo did not exaggerate or guarantee anything, but hesitated: "We don't have that kind of plant. If we did, we would plant it ourselves."

The elves were actually short of food, and Philo felt that Lawrence had found the wrong person. They elves did not have the ability to make plants grow rice and bread.

Lawrence nodded, "I know that the Green Forest Kingdom's food production is not much. This is why I invite you to come and discuss it. Not only do I want to learn from you about the crop cultivation experience outside, you can also learn about our agriculture here. technology."

Philo said politely: "Thank you for your kindness, but we probably don't need these."

Several old men next to him also had the same attitude, including Green Hardwood and Dana, who believed that elves did not need such technology.

The Elf Kingdom does not stop farming because the soil is unsuitable for growing crops, nor does it mean the seeds are unsuitable, nor does it care for nature and does not develop agricultural land.

The main reasons are laziness and arrogance.

Agriculture has always been hard work, especially the act of being rooted in the land for generations. It is a life-threatening thing for short-lived races, and it is even more terrible for long-lived races.

The kind of work that requires persistence day after day for decades or hundreds of years makes the elves very resistant.

Most of the elves in the Elf Kingdom are not motivated to farm, the motivation for humans is family.

If there were only a few people, most would be engaged in fishing and hunting rather than traditional agriculture.

Only those who bring their families together can have no choice but to farm.

Elves are not humans. Even the half-elves here are very resistant to farming because of the social structure and tradition, thinking that it is something that only low-level slaves can do.

In fact, this is indeed the case. The hard and troublesome things like farming are definitely not done by nobles.

The elves do not want to farm. This is not only the thought and attitude of ordinary elves and half-elves, but also the mentality of many extraordinary people.

Philo was not angry because Lawrence was not an ordinary person, so he did not show excessive arrogance.

Lawrence also knew the hard work of farming and the attitude of this era towards cultivators.

"I have been providing food to the Green Forest Kingdom. The Green Forest Kingdom can now easily purchase a large amount of cheap food from Feiyu Port, as well as many equally cheap and useful daily necessities."

"From tables and chairs to pots and pans, to some gadgets and tools, these are all products of the Kingdom of the Stars."

Lawrence said patiently: "If the food production here increases, it will be a good thing for all the elves and humans in the Green Forest Kingdom. You can buy cheaper food and you don't need to plan food so frugally. You can think about it every day. Buy as much grain as you want.”

"You will be rewarded if you pay. This is our teaching here." Lawrence said sincerely: "To make suggestions and contribute to the Church of the Stars is to contribute to yourselves. We will not forget those who have paid for it. friend."

"I have so many crops that need improvement here, barley, wheat, black beans, soybeans, cabbage, potatoes, blackberries... pumpkins, garlic, etc."

"I think instead of talking nonsense here all afternoon, it is better to go to the farmland and take a look. I am willing to listen carefully to the opinions of every wise man."

Lawrence kept his attitude very low. Lawrence actually didn't know how capable these elves were.

But Lawrence can be sure that these experts with extraordinary powers will be more useful than himself.

Some things just can't be done. Lawrence can't solve the genetic problem of crops with his mouth, and witches other than Kehalan can't be counted on.

Now there are so many pure-blood wizards in front of us, including wizards and witches, and they are still the kind of wise men who have been dealing with the forest for a long time. If they are not sincere at this time, then they are not paying enough attention to their future.

Philo and several other wise men exchanged opinions with each other.

Although everyone didn't like to walk in the fields, this time they came here to show face to Prophet Crowfeather.

If you offend Crowfeather Prophet, can you come out of the ice land alive?

In order not to arouse Lawrence's murderous intention, Philo and other elderly people all nodded and accepted Lawrence's invitation.

These old conservative guys are not here just to start a war.

Lawrence stood up happily and took the initiative to accompany these distinguished guests to inspect the farmland.

After everyone walked out of the cathedral, a rectangular car slowly stopped.

The car is five meters long and can accommodate more than ten people. Its main power is two heavy wild boars.

The heavy wild boar is a species introduced from Pig Trotter City. It is usually two meters high and more than three meters long. It has a strong and heavy body, and a docile personality that is inconsistent with its terrifying appearance.

Because it eats too much, it is not suitable for plowing. It is mainly used as a power to pull carts on large occasions, or to do things that require great strength, usually dragging stones and wood. It is a substitute for large machinery. Taste.

There are eight wheels under the carriage and three doors, one on the left and one at the rear. Outside the front carriage is the driver's seat, where a professional driver is already waiting.

Lawrence led everyone into the car, and after finding seats one after another, the car headed towards the farmland outside the town.

Dana took the initiative to sit on the seat next to Lawrence and asked Lawrence: "You can also grow flowers and plants here, why do you want to grow medicinal materials outside our forest?"

Lawrence couldn't figure out Dana's purpose, and gave an honest answer after thinking for a while.

"Because the land over there is more fertile and more suitable for flowers and plants than here. Also, I hope to maintain peace with the Green Forest Kingdom."

"Provide your queen with compensation by renting your land, such as large amounts of grain and daily necessities, fine cloth and fresh food."

"After having these, your queen can distribute these rewards to your nobles, so that your nobles will not object to us using your land, or selling some medicinal materials and resources to us."

"This is good for us all. Violence is an indispensable force for me and a beacon to protect me and everyone on this land, but I will not use violence to bring endless chaos and destruction."

"Violence is my tool, not a weapon. I can use tools to create the good life I want, not weapons to keep fighting."

Dana nodded, approving Lawrence's answer.

"I've seen the wonderful life you created." Dana believed that what Lawrence said was true.

Lawrence asked curiously: "Ms. Dana, do you have any suggestions on agriculture?"

Dana acted calmly, "No, this is not something I need to think about."

Lawrence suddenly felt bored and didn't want to talk to this female elf with dazzling eyes.

Lawrence calmed down and thought about what he had done with a few agricultural wise men, thinking about the situation of several high-yielding crops in his hands, and how to introduce the characteristics of several crops to these elves later.

In addition to some common crops, Lawrence also hopes to grow some mysterious plants unique to this world.

Elves may not understand agriculture, but they certainly know how to cultivate some special medicinal materials.

At this stage, the output of agriculture is enough to feed two million people. The main shortage is meat and non-staple food.

The improvement of crops cannot be stopped. Only by continuous improvement can we keep pace with the increasing population. Otherwise, it will be too late to solve the problem when the population increases.

Lawrence spent the entire afternoon discussing with experts in the fields, and also called Kehalan for smoother communication.

Kohalan is better able to neutralize the opinions of Lawrence and the elves and coordinate the problems inside.

Lawrence needs to be very, very detailed, and only a few old experts can understand what Lawrence wants.

This is quite good. Sometimes after talking for a long time, these elves with different thinking have no idea what Lawrence is talking about or what Lawrence wants.

Kehalan has been with Lawrence for a long time and knows what Lawrence values, so he can make requests more accurately than Lawrence.

Some technologies that are not valued by the elves, and some things that the elves think are unnecessary to talk about, can easily interest Lawrence.

Even if the two sides solve the language communication problem, communication is still very difficult. The emergence of Kharan solves this major problem.

When the group walked out of the fields and returned to Oak City to rest and prepare for dinner, Lawrence had already received a very good harvest.

First, medicinal materials similar to peppercorns were found from the descriptions of elven experts. Second, the elves agreed to use magic to promote the growth of an experimental field and jointly cultivate mutant potato vines suitable for the ice land.

Lawrence hoped to save manpower and material resources by replacing crops sown every year with perennial crops and finding a tree or vine that could bear large amounts of fruit.

Like...an oak tree.

The hazelnut tree provides hazelnuts year after year, and the oak tree provides acorns.

A lot of the food in the elf village is hazelnut powder, acorn flour, etc., so they are very technical in this kind of thing.

Tree-shaped crops are definitely not as productive as crops buried in the ground, and the demand for fertilizer is definitely higher, but as a symbol of the wealth of the ice land, Lawrence feels the need to plant one.

In addition, a large area near Oak City is mountainous, and this sloping and rugged terrain is not suitable for growing crops.

There are only a few areas with soil, and many hillsides are bare rocks. In this terrain, the advantages of tree crops are obvious.

Lawrence arranged a sumptuous dinner for these distinguished guests and provided them with comfortable accommodation in the Ring Building.

***

The next day, as soon as Lawrence got dressed and walked out of the room, Aisabel greeted him respectfully outside the door.

"Good morning, Master." Aisabel lowered her head and looked at Lawrence's trousers and Yulia's beautiful legs standing behind Lawrence.

Lawrence asked: "What's the matter?"

Aisabel replied: "Ms. Dana is waiting for you in the living room. She said there is something important she wants to discuss with you."

Lawrence frowned. He actually had a bad impression of Dana. He always felt that this female elf was very troublesome.

"Okay." Lawrence sighed, "I'll go down."

"Yes, Master." Aisabel stepped aside and accompanied Lawrence downstairs along with Yulia and Finn who came out.

Downstairs in the living room, Cassandra and Jade were chatting with Dana, ending the conversation when they saw Lawrence coming down.

Lawrence walked to sit across from Dana and asked perfunctorily: "Good morning, Dana, what do you want?"

Dana's expression at this time was very serious and solemn, and her dazzling eyes were staring at Lawrence's face and eyes.

"Your Majesty the Prophet, I visited your Holy Lady Academy yesterday and saw the students discussing witchcraft and studying witchcraft models."

"I know it's not called witchcraft here, it's called energy magic."

Dana didn't mind being called this name and continued to say seriously: "I hope to stay with you and serve as a professor at Saintess College."

Lawrence frowned, "Why do you have such an idea? Aren't you a noble elf of the elves? A noble elf who is more respectable than other elves?"

Dana looked at Lawrence seriously and said after a second or two: "I didn't betray the elves, but I found what I wanted to do."

Lawrence felt it made no difference.

Dana continued: "In the forest, I can only live by myself, without research or progress. But after seeing the Saintess Academy you founded, I suddenly realized that I was not born like this. I also want to be stronger. I also want to know what kind of power I have."

Dana stretched out her white palm, and a ball of flying snowflakes appeared in her hand, as if she was holding a snowy crystal ball.

Dana quickly waved her hand, and the snowflakes and white snow in her hands turned into water vapor and disappeared.

This kind of powerful witchcraft control has defeated Lathander and other witches. It is simply the difference between ordinary people and wizards!

What attracts Dana is not only the living conditions here, but also the ideal light that illuminates the world like a thunderbolt.

Dana could refuse the temptation of delicious food, but after seeing a group of scholars discussing and studying witchcraft here, she had a very complicated mood.

In the elves, this is a very rare thing to see. Many elves are naturally powerful. At the same time, studying witchcraft is not recommended. Most of the elves in the tribe think it is very dangerous.

Dana belongs to the strong among the strong. This kind of strong has a vision that ordinary people do not have, and will naturally give birth to a belief that is in line with their own strength.

Even if you don't find it at first, you will find it later.

While living in the Circle Building and seeing a group of little witches studying hard, Dana was suddenly touched.

It was not until this time that Dana understood Lawrence's previous research on agriculture and improving food output. Dana believed that Lawrence, the wizard and prophet, was trying to create a beautiful and powerful wizard world!

Compared with the Elf Queen's ideals and plans, Lawrence's ideals and plans are undoubtedly great, and he easily conquered Dana, who is a strong man.