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Chapter 68:New prototype.
Ric stood on a roof top very early in the morning, his brow was frowned slightly as he kept trying to improve and implement a plan in his mind.He knew this plan he had in mind, once he brought it up, it would really help a lot and go a long way.Possible outcome and solution kept flowing as his mind back in his previous life kept intercepting and connecting together.It was strenuous for him but he knew this was a breakthrough for him, if he could be able to come up with this idea, then it would be better for Riverpark Stronghold.****The next day, the workshops of Riverpark Stronghold had evolved far beyond simple forges and blast furnaces. In a large new building at the eastern edge, Ric and a team of carpenters and blacksmiths were assembling something entirely new. A crude but functional steam engine prototype stood on a heavy wooden frame, its copper boiler gleaming under lantern light.This was what he had finally come up with after different thoughts and intensive study, the
Chapter 67:Test of skills. Massive improvement.
The days following the loyalty milestone felt different in Riverpark Stronghold. There was a deeper harmony within the Warlord’s household, as if the system had simply recognized what had already been true for some time. The unique skills each wife received were powerful, but the real change was in how confidently they wielded them.They couldn't wait for them to test out their abilities, they felt thrilled as they woke up very early the next day for some practice.Ric stood on the central tower overlooking the stronghold at dawn. The view had changed dramatically. The walls had been expanded twice. New districts of homes and workshops spread outward in orderly rows. Smoke rose from multiple forges, and the distant rumble of cannon practice drills rolled across the fields like distant thunder.Everything was on the right track as Ric knew this moment of peace wouldn't last long, so he had to make sure this stronghold stays firm and its defense should be top notch.He could perceive e
Chapter 66: Absolute loyalty and reward
The heart of Riverpark Stronghold beat stronger than ever as summer reached its peak. The forges never slept, the fields yielded rich harvests under the four-field system, and the militia drilled with the discipline of veterans. Yet amid all the progress, something deeper was shifting within the Warlord’s household.Ric felt it first during a quiet evening walk along the newly expanded southern wall. The air smelled of pine, fresh earth, and distant woodsmoke. He could figure out what was going on but deep down he could feel a change.Lady Yan walked on his right, her steps measured and graceful as always, though her usual reserve had given way to a quiet warmth these days. Kahleen stayed close on his left, her gentle presence a soothing constant. Morgana trailed slightly behind, her powerful strides relaxed for once, axe resting easily on her shoulder.They had come so far from the cold registration hall where the world had laughed at his choice.That night, as they gathered in the
Chapter 65: Gathering of the Storm
RiverPark Stronghold production was nearly in its final phase as the summer heat hung heavy over the outpost as its forges continued to roar. The blast furnace complex now operated at full capacity, producing iron at a rate that would have seemed impossible just months ago. Ric walked the perimeter of the expanded workshop district with his wives, the air thick with the smell of charcoal and hot metal.“We’ve hit a new milestone,” he said, gesturing toward the line of completed cannons waiting for mounting, he added: “Fifteen operational pieces now, with crews fully trained. Combined with the crossbows and disciplined pike companies, we can field a force capable of facing a thousand-man army on favorable ground.”Morgana ran her hand along one of the cannon barrels, her callused fingers tracing the smooth iron. “My men are ready. The Iron Wolf Tribe is still licking its wounds, but I’ve got scouts watching the passes. If they regroup, we’ll greet them with thunder again!”She wanted
Chapter 64: Plans for the future.
The following days, production began as always.The blast furnace complex had grown into a small industrial heart at the eastern edge of Riverpark Stronghold. What began as a single primitive structure now sprawled across a cleared area with three active furnaces, multiple forges, and dedicated workshops for crossbows, tools, and the all important cannon production. Smoke rose steadily into the summer sky as Ric walked through the organized chaos with his wives.The air rang with the constant clang of hammers and the roar of bellows. Workers moved with purpose, their faces streaked with soot but their steps confident. This was no longer desperate improvisation. This was a real industry.“We’re producing enough iron now to equip the entire militia with better armor and weapons,” Ric said, running his hand along a newly cast cannon barrel cooling in its mold. “The quality is getting consistent. We’re past the early failures.”He was pleasantly surprised about the development of produc
Chapter 63: Iron Wolf tribe retreat
The next day was not like a regular day, it came with a lot of good news.The victory over the Iron Wolf tribe warband sent ripples across the northern borderlands. Within days, scouts reported that the main body of the tribe had pulled back deeper into the frozen wastes, their raiding parties growing cautious and smaller. Riverpark Stronghold had drawn first blood against one of the region’s most feared barbarian clans, and won decisively.It was a thing for celebration, as the militia were rewarded based on merit and contributions.The dead militia’s family were taken care of with special treatment from the household as the injured ones were treated immediately.Ric stood on the northern wall with his wives, watching a patrol return with another group of freed captives and recovered supplies. The mood across the stronghold was one of quiet confidence.“They’re retreating for now,” Morgana said, leaning on the parapet. Dressed on her loose gown and her sword beside her, still bearin
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