Chapter 101: Severe Cold and Visitors
The weather is getting colder.
The water in the well was icy cold, almost frozen.
"You are cold."
At this moment, Levi hated that the water could not turn into ice.
Although the water has not frozen yet, the residents are about to freeze.
Passing by the vegetable garden that day, Levi took a glance and saw a resident trembling as he harvested corn.
After working for a while, they would run to the campfire to warm themselves up, and then go back to continue working in the cold.
There are many people who do the same as him.
They seemed to have little clothing to keep them warm.
“That’s not good.”
Just when Levi was about to go to the warehouse to see if there were any thermal insulation materials, the community representative, Old Wade, came up to him first.
His purpose was the same as Levi's, which was to find a way for the residents to keep warm.
"Sir, we would like to apply for some wool or leather to make clothes that can last through this winter."
"approve."
There have been a lot of these two things stored in the warehouse for a long time, more than enough to make clothes for two hundred people.
"Take as much as you need. As the saying goes: don't save, but don't waste either."
“Take what you need.”
"On demand? I understand, my Lord."
Old Wade was thinking about this sentence, and Levi gave him access to the public resource box.
After taking on a bunch of tasks from Levi and helping Levi deal with a lot of troublesome chores, Old Wade's reputation level has already reached [Resident]. He can open the public boxes placed by Levi and take out items from them.
From an outsider's perspective, Wade's contribution was enough, and the lord allowed him to use some magic props.
This allows some people to work faster.
The residents were able to sew normally using wool and thread, but the speed at which they could do so was far too slow for the approaching winter.
In the end, Levi synthesized a bunch of identical clothes for them in bulk.
There are three types of equipment materials that can provide resistance to cold and are relatively low in cost: leather, wool, and wolf fur.
The last two were not in the original synthesis table, but were added after coming into contact with the corresponding items.
After solving the basic living problems, looking at the increasing supplies and the growing reputation of the residents, Levi felt that it was time to plan for the subsequent levels.
With 50 reputation, you can become a [Practitioner] and synthesize better tools. At this level, you can choose a work block to "take a job" and learn how to make items.
For example, a tailor can use a loom to work efficiently.
Although the loom can only be used to make flag patterns in the game, it can indeed play the role of a loom here.
Having said that, residents cannot make any random choice of career. They must first truly learn the skill before they can choose to work.
This completes a relatively healthy growth path.
From tourist to resident is the process of obtaining accommodation qualifications, from resident to practitioner is the process of learning skills, and then it is a process of refining expertise and continuing to develop to a higher level.
“The territory is booming.”
Levi couldn't help but sigh.
Just when everything was on track, the residents had no problems for the time being, and the territory's resources began to grow steadily and steadily, a guest arrived.
Gandalf.
At this time, not many days had passed since the two men parted. After sending Bilbo home, Gandalf returned the same way and headed straight for Levi.
Swoosh——
Looking at the rapidly rising new city gate, Gandalf nodded and walked inside, saying, "Your city gate is finally no longer a decoration."
"My gut told me something big was going to happen."
"Something happened."
Levi walked side by side with Gandalf and said, "I recently accepted some people and established a camp."
"After all, such a big place needs some talented people, otherwise it would be too quiet."
“That makes sense.”
Gandalf looked at the people working and said with approval, "The ancestors of these people are likely from the Kingdom of Rhovanion, the same origin as the people of Rohan. The golden hair is the best proof of this."
"It is appropriate to choose them as the subjects. This bloodline is brave and has a rebellious spirit. In times of crisis, women also dare to take up arms and join the battle."
"And they all look pretty good. There aren't any evil people among them."
As he was speaking, Gandalf suddenly stopped, as if he was thinking about something.
"Wait, did you just say you established a camp - are you sure you meant a camp, and not a new territory?"
“That’s right.”
"hiss--"
Old Gandalf gasped.
"I've never heard of this news. Let me guess. You just established it in the last two days, right?"
"Yes, including Riverdale City, I have decided to call all the territories the 'Free City-State'."
"Levi, lord of the cities." Gandalf muttered.
"Well, that suits your style."
He accepted it immediately.
After spending so much time with Levi, Gandalf wouldn't be surprised even if he suddenly turned into a dragon the next moment, let alone establishing a new force.
No, no… this is quite outrageous and unlikely when you think about it.
"Your people here seem quite prosperous and energetic. I wonder how you manage it."
“This is more difficult to explain.”
Levi shook his head and invited Gandalf into the castle to chat under the curious gazes of some residents.
He was the first to speak and asked Gandalf: "What are you going to do next, continue your adventures and travels?"
"Adventure... Yes, I plan to visit some places."
Gandalf said seriously: "Levi, I doubt that the ring of the enemy has not flowed into the sea. It may still exist somewhere, but it has not returned to the hands of its true owner."
"Why did you come to this conclusion?" Levi asked curiously.
You should know that most members of the White Council agree with Saruman's statement, that the ring has been washed into the sea along the river.
Logically speaking, even if Gandalf didn't like Saruman very much, he still obeyed many of the opinions of the current white-robed wizard.
"My hunch."
Gandalf replied: "I always feel that this matter is not so simple. There are signs that Sauron's power is recovering. Since I escaped from Dol Guldur last time, I have been feeling quite uneasy."
"After a while, I plan to continue exploring the Anduin Valley and the surrounding areas. Maybe I can find some clues."
The wizard's premonitions are always quite accurate.
"Well, good luck to you then."
After that, Li Weishun gave Gandalf a small commission: "By the way, if you meet refugees or people who can't make a living on the road, you can guide them to my place. The roadside fort is big and can accommodate many people."
"Of course, this matter is not urgent, just do it as you can."
The main focus is on development as fate dictates.
"I'll help you with that."
Gandalf nodded in agreement.
"One more thing."
Levi suddenly said: "Gandalf, in my personal name, I would like to entrust you to do something, something that may or may not happen in the future-"
"If I die one day, could you please bring my body back to my territory?"
Gandalf raised his eyebrows and gave Levi a meaningful look.
After a moment, the wizard nodded.
"Yes, of course. After all, we are friends, right?"
"If that day ever comes, I will find a way."
"Even if I am no longer in this world by then."
(End of this chapter)
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