Farming with Entries: From Lord to Emperor-Chapter 501 - 262: Unexpected Gain

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Night.

In the Lord Manor’s main hall in Frost Town, lights were ablaze.

Several iron chandeliers hung from the wooden beam ceiling, illuminating the intricately carved long table.

On the table, silver candlesticks bore burning beeswax candles, casting brilliant shadows on crystal wine glasses.

The table was covered with a clean linen cloth, adorned with finely pruned floral arrangements and assorted pre-dinner sweets.

Observing these noble decorations that did not belong to the Northern Wasteland, Luo De couldn’t help but feel a sense of admiration.

Of several Lord Manors, only his was truly simple and plain.

Luo De realized his manor needed to speed up its development.

"Baron Rod, thank you so much."

Baron Edmund sat at the main seat, cheeks flushed, his mouth brimming with an uncontrollable smile,

"If it weren’t for you and your dragon, Frost Town would have been doomed."

"Those Earth Spirit Demon Rabbits, heavens, they were simply terrifying."

"They dig holes, summon Earth Spikes, and even make the Earth tremble..."

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Edmund’s chatter brought Luo De’s attention back.

Luo De sat opposite Edmund, his expression calm,

"These Magical Beasts disturb the peace of the Desert; eliminating them is beneficial to us all."

Luo De smiled, "Besides, Long Winter Town will be under my management in the near future; dealing with the Magical Beasts is advantageous for us."

After Long Winter Town was conquered and Sloer was slain by Luo De, Long Winter Town fell into Luo De’s territory.

Next, Luo De would inspect the territory; the Long Winter Ridge that originally belonged to Sloer now all belonged to Luo De.

"You are truly both humble and kind, Baron Rod."

Edmund stood up excitedly.

"Do you know? When I heard the roars of those rabbits, I almost fainted!"

"Their eyes gleamed with ferocity, making one tremble just by looking at them."

"And those horns, they glittered as if trying to pierce someone into a sieve."

As he spoke, he gestured dramatically.

The servants took the opportunity to serve the dishes.

The first dish was roasted venison leg.

The skin was caramel-colored, emitting an alluring aroma.

Beautifully and meticulously plated, the chef sprinkled herbs and pepper beside it.

Completely different from what Martha made.

"This is the finest venison from our Frost Town."

Edmund proudly introduced, "Caught by hunters in the cedar forest."

"The meat is particularly tender; you must eat more to replenish your strength."

"Fighting Magical Beasts must be exhausting, right?"

With freckles on her cheeks, a maid carefully cut a piece of venison into three portions and placed it on Luo De’s silver plate.

Luo De tasted a bite, nodding in approval.

"Crispy outside, tender inside, it is indeed excellent."

But if Luo De were dining alone, he would directly cut a large piece and eat until full.

Then the servants served the second dish, slow-roasted glacier trout.

Glacier trout lived in the river valleys near glaciers; their flesh was firm, low in fat, and tastier than typical fish meat.

The third dish was deep-fried giant mushrooms in bear fat.

The fourth dish was stewed bear meat...

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"The sixth dish is impressive, Baron Rod, don’t be intimidated by these strange lengths."

Edmund introduced with a laugh: "It’s not some monster, it’s..."

"Octopus?" Luo De was somewhat surprised.

"You actually know it?!"

Edmund looked at Luo De in surprise, "Is the Tulip Clan close to the coast?"

"Not very close."

Luo De smiled and shook his head, not saying much more, "I’ve just seen it a few times."

"Then you must try it; the taste is very good."

Edmund sighed, "It’s a pity this is sun-dried octopus; if it were winter, it would be fresher."

Luo De did not immediately act, looking at the watermelon-sized clay pot stuffed with large octopus, he asked, "Octopus is a marine creature; are these from Cold Roar Town?"

"Yes, indeed."

Edmund introduced with a smile, "Cold Roar Town has less cultivated land; they often exchange pickled seafood with us for grain."

Edmund lowered his voice, speaking mysteriously, "And sea salt!"

Having said that, Edmund closely watched Luo De’s expression, seemingly waiting for Luo De’s surprise.

But Luo De just slightly nodded, calmly saying, "Sea salt and dried seafood both have high profit margins? No wonder you’re so wealthy."

"Hahaha, you are truly wise; these goods are very popular in those northwestern and southwestern towns."

Edmund said generously, "Rest assured, Baron Rod, we will engage in such trade together in the future!"

"With your guards, our caravans would be much safer on the Desert."

"Hmm, that idea is good."

Luo De nodded.

Although Black Pine Ridge now had its own caravans, they ran eastward trades, the trade routes differed greatly with minimal conflict.

Now there’s an opportunity for more profit, Luo De naturally was willing.

"By the way, how much sea salt does Cold Roar Town produce in a month?"

Luo De asked casually.

"About a thousand pounds," Edmund replied.

"A thousand pounds? So little?"

Luo De looked at Edmund incredulously.

This era’s salt was coarse salt, unlike the refined salt Luo De was familiar with from his previous life, full of impurities and heavier.

Even if Cold Roar Town had only three or four hundred people, they should produce at least four to six thousand pounds of salt a month!

A thousand pounds wasn’t even as high as Luo De’s salt mines’ weekly output; it was simply too little!

Could they even make a profit?

Edmund sighed, "The Baron of Cold Roar Town also wants to produce more, but there are always some annoying fish-like Sea Monsters along the coast."

"We once wanted to unite and eliminate them, but these cunning creatures always jumped back into the sea to escape, leaving everyone helpless."

"Sounds indeed troublesome."

Luo De nodded in agreement, his face calm, but somewhat surprised in his heart.