Chapter 397 Thinking and Planning 2
After another round of upgrades and breakdowns, naturally, a considerable amount of Fine Steel Ingots can be obtained."
With this in mind, Leo Ray's gaze fell back on the Iron and Copper Ingots, continuing to ponder: "Finally, regarding these two important resources.
At this stage, my stockpile is 800 units of Iron Ingots and 4900 units of Copper Ingots.
And by reverse deduction through the upgrade and breakdown process, the daily output is approximately 1,200 units of Iron or Copper Ingots.
This fixed output was sufficient when fewer amounts were needed for Mansion upgrades.
But now, in the situation where both resources each need 10,000 units, it seems a bit tight, not to mention future upgrades.
As for the most direct way to obtain Iron and Copper Ingots, two resources, is to establish numerous Smelteries for refining.
However, this method is too time-consuming and labor-intensive, even if entrusted to other lords. As for me, the efficiency is apparently not very high.
Therefore, I have already thought of another simple and quick method."
With a slight smile, Leo Ray closed the Lord's Mansion's attribute panel, returned to his seat at the head of the table, and continued pondering, "Fundamentally,
At this stage, I can only produce 1,200 units of Iron or Copper Ingots per day.
Because of the limited working hours and efficiency of Manufacturing Magic Array.
So, as long as these two fundamental issues are solved.
I can naturally obtain more Exquisite Logging Axes or Exquisite Sickles.
In this way, after the upgrade and breakdown process,
The number of Copper and Iron Ingots I obtain will also increase accordingly."
At this point, Leo Ray tapped his fingers unconsciously on the table while pondering: "My Magic Array production time is 8 hours.
You can imagine that if there were nine other lords working together and handing it all over to me,
That number would undoubtedly become 80 hours, and the daily production would reach 12,000 units.
However, since the Lord's Mansion has to be upgraded to level 5 to unlock the Exquisite series of tool-making lists,
All I need to do for preparation is to upgrade these lords' mansions to level 5.
The level 5 Lord's Mansion has a population limit of 200, and you can receive one Tier 2 Recruitment Order or six Tier 1 Recruitment Orders per day, well within my control.
In this way, the problem of Copper and Iron Ingots will be effectively resolved."
Realizing this point, amid the joy,
Leo Ray couldn't help but frown slightly: "That being said,
The current problem still lies with the Fine Steel Ingots, as the higher-level required resources for upgrades have not yet appeared.
The Fine Steel Ingots, a Level 3 rare resource, are undoubtedly the only significant factor for upgrading my Mansion now."
With a slight smirk, Leo Ray continued to ponder: "As both the Coldflame and Saint Night nations have been in a state of war for years,
Their opponents are not only each other but also the other forces on the bordering lands.
As a result, the royal families and cities of both countries are in a constant state of being battle-ready.
Thus, under this background, even Copper and Iron Ores, which are level 2 common resources, are in high demand,
Not to mention the Fine Steel Ingots refined from Fine Steel Ores, which are used only for Tier 3 and above equipment.
In short, at the early stage, while forging in Mason Banks,
The quickest way to obtain Fine Steel Ingots is to directly buy equipment made from Fine Steel Ingots and then go through the upgrade and breakdown process.
I'll inform my subordinates in other regions to keep an eye out and make purchases during tomorrow morning's meeting."
At this point, feeling a little tired, Leo Ray stretched lazily, got up from the boss's chair, and began to walk toward his Lord's Suite.
At this moment, he is well aware:
Currently, the surroundings of the Territory are turbulent.
Whether it's the dispute for the throne among the three princes of Coldflame, the brewing unrest on the border with Saint Night, or the mysterious organization lurking in the shadows,
With every move or confrontation of these forces, a series of unexpected dramatic changes will be triggered on this land.
For us, these dramatic changes are both crises and opportunities.
And how to survive and thrive in this deadly vortex-like storm,
Is undoubtedly the next critical challenge for us.Just like that, Leo Ray lay on the soft bed after showering as he thought things through.
"Anyway, I'll pick up Olivia at Cyan Town tomorrow.
Then I'll head to the old mining district of Golin City to check on Solomon Rue, Sylvia Moore, and the others' mining progress."
With that in mind, Leo Ray first turned off the Light Crystal Stone on the bedside table, darkening the room. Then he continued pondering, "Right.
Once the construction of the city walls and gates is completed in my territory.
I'll have to use the existing trenches to dig a moat around the city, as there are abundant groundwater resources in and around the territory.
With the added water from the small streams flowing inside the territory, it should be enough to form a stable moat…"
As he thought, Leo Ray felt his eyelids getting heavier and heavier, and soon he fell into a deep sleep.
…
Chirp~ Chirp!
The next morning, when the first rays of the rising sun appeared alongside the still-visible moon in the hazy skyline.
Leo Ray was awakened by the long-missed soft chirping of birds.
With a slight frown, Leo Ray shook off his drowsiness.
He sat up on the bed and murmured to himself, "I haven't seen these orioles for quite some time.
I thought they were scared away by the patrolling Sky Guardians."
Stretching lazily, Leo Ray rubbed his eyes and mused, "However, these little creatures do have the ability to disrupt the atmosphere to some extent.
In terms of protecting the territory, it can be considered a bonus for concealment."
Up next, as Leo Ray focused his thoughts,
A round, Rose Gathering Energy Pill appeared in his palm.
Sniffing the delicate fragrance wafting from it, Leo Ray swallowed it and began his daily morning cultivation routine.
Immersed in his practice, Leo Ray soon effortlessly refined the Tier 3 Magic Medicine completely.
Following that, without hesitation, he flicked another Rose Gathering Energy Pill into his mouth.
Just like that, after another meticulous and perfect refining,
Leo Ray exhaled a mouthful of turbid air and slowly opened his eyes.
At this time, he casually opened his attribute column with a refreshed look on his face.
[Name: Leo Ray]
[ID: 0013076067]
[Occupation: Lord]
[Rank: 'Physical: Tier 3 Nine-Star', 'Magical: Tier 3 Four-Star']
[Talent: Golden Finger Lv: 1]
[Skills: Thunderfall 'Magic• Tier 1', Double Thunderfall Skill 'Magic• Tier 2', Triple Thunderfall Skill 'Magic• Tier 3', Whale Fall Thunder Explosion 'Magic• Tier 3', Frightening Flash 'Physical• Tier 3', Mirage Illusion Skill 'Universal Illusion• Tier 4']
Closing the attribute column, a hint of joy appeared on Leo Ray's face. He got out of bed and muttered to himself, "Has my physical strength finally reached the peak of Tier 3 Nine-Star? Not bad, not bad!"
Next, in his excitement,
After washing up, a neatly dressed Leo Ray spiritedly walked out of his room.
He went straight to the Lord's Office on the same floor. He couldn't help but contemplate his plan as he entered.
He thought to himself, "Right now, I have 2,809 Tier 1 Recruitment Orders, 200 Tier 2 Recruitment Orders, and all Tier 3 Recruitment Orders have been used up.
Once the Mansion is upgraded, there will be a large population growth.
So, at this stage, I should focus on saving up more Tier 2 Recruitment Orders."
Deciding on his plan, Leo Ray immediately claimed today's three Tier 2 Recruitment Orders, directly upgrading.
In the end, he successfully obtained 210 Tier 2 Recruitment Orders and one Tier 3 Recruitment Order.
Then, Leo Ray quickly arranged the manufacturing sequence and left the Lord's Office.
Afterward, just as Leo Ray was about to go downstairs,
The familiar voice of Mind Talk suddenly sounded in his ears.