Chapter 386 (Involves explanation of territory, must read!) The difference between farmed fish and free-range fish!

After the meeting, Rand turned his attention back to the map of his territory.

His next plan is to support Operation Scorching Sun.

However, we must try to avoid letting the domestic nobles know about this support at the very beginning.

Earl is a great nobleman.

Rand is the most influential earl, and his personal actions will affect the political changes in the Frost Moon Kingdom.

Although Rand rarely participates in domestic politics.

Among the marquises, only the black and brown marquis has a really large territory, while the rest are honorary titles, with no essential difference from the earl, or even less territory.

The total number of earls and marquisates in the Frost Moon Kingdom is only 21. Together with the Grand Duke, the Grand Duke of Thorn, and the King, they make up the entire upper ruling group of this country.

The Frost Moon Kingdom is a medium-sized country.

The total land area is about 90,000 square kilometers.

And there are only 21 earls in this country.

Rand's territory is 80 square kilometers. This number refers to the core assets. For example, only the holiday villa and the upper-level hideout in Crescent Moon Territory are counted in these 80 square kilometers.

It doesn't mean that Rand's sphere of influence is limited to this.

As the Earl of the Moon, Rand, together with his vassals and the sphere of influence that was divided between them,

The total area must exceed 2,000 square kilometers.

This category is different from Rand's territory.

80 square kilometers of land is Rand's private property. Everything on it, including mountains, rivers, villages, and non-migrant population, are basically Rand's private property.

These 2,000 square kilometers of land belong to the area entrusted to Rand by the king for management, and a considerable portion of the tax revenue from this area must be paid to the state.

It was wealth belonging to the nation, not Rand's private wealth.

Of course, this is due to Rand's extremely high prestige and the spread of faith.

Once the king's order comes down, whether Rand or the king should obey this scope is another matter.

In short, as an upper-class noble with great influence, Rand has to consider the political influence in many of his actions.

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At night, Rand never forgets his original intention.

Olenna reluctantly changed into the adventurer's suit under the watchful eyes of Ellie and Elsa.

This was just cut out by Rand with the help of Ellie.

Now Ellie looked at Olenna a little embarrassedly, always feeling like she was persecuting her own sister.

Olenna took care of Ellie when she was very young.

The two are like mother and daughter.

And now, Ellie feels like she has done something evil.

Therefore, she was a little afraid to look at Olenna, who was wearing an adventurer's suit that looked quite interesting.

Olena was also a little shy.

She and Rand could be considered an old married couple, but Olenna had always been relatively conservative and had rarely tried new things with Rand.

Today Rand suddenly became interested.

Olenna couldn't refuse Rand.

In fact, she wasn't particularly shy. Olenna didn't mind showing a slightly different side of herself to Rand.

However, today, as they are about to go to support the "Sun Project", Elsa and Ellie both returned to their rooms tonight and did not work overtime or anything.

Olena felt embarrassed being watched by everyone.

Rand felt that the shy Olenna also had a unique charm.

Then Rand pulled off a piece of Olenna's clothes.

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The next morning, Elsa and Ellie helped the somewhat limp Olenna get dressed and then helped her out of bed.

After washing up, everyone came to the lord's hall.

The plan has been set, and Rand will lead the top leaders of the hideout to set off in person.

The political atmosphere within the Frost Moon Kingdom is tense right now, but there won’t be any major changes in the short term.

Although Rand can still use the domestic intelligence system of the Black and Brown Marquisate to sniff out the undercurrents in the country.

But at least for now, it's an undercurrent at best.

Nothing serious will happen in the short term, and Rand's actions will not involve too much risk.

And Tanr and Fenris will stay here to guard the territory.

As for why Rand had to go in person, it was naturally because he wanted to expand the operation.

The meaning of "Operation Sunshine" will change.

From counterattack and deterrence, it has turned into a battle of faith and population.

The interests involved here are huge, and it is worth Rand's personal trip.

As long as the world realizes the inherent weakness of the New Holy City, many nobles and royal families will turn their attention back to the Torch Church's fledgling faction.

But now, the First Born Sect and the Mother Goddess Sect are united.

Rand gets a share of the money earned by the Newborns.

In fact, the price of the Novice Sect's demon-killing business has always been much lower than that of the New Holy City. It's just that the Novice Sect has various rules and regulations. The paladins and clergy of the Novice Sect always emphasize justice. Coupled with the suppression of the New Holy City, the business has always been mediocre.

At least it seems that the combined strength of the New Holy City is stronger than the nascent factions of the Torch Church scattered around the world.

But if we can break this idea.

Then changes will occur.

This change may not be immediate, but it will definitely have a subtle impact.

The only problem is that it will intensify the conflict with the New Holy City.

But the conflict between the two sides was already deep.

Karin wore a simple nun's outfit today, with a black headscarf with a white stripe.

Overall, if you ignore her extraordinary beauty and outstanding temperament, she looks like an ordinary nun.

Karin will also personally participate in this operation.

Since this time it involves a struggle for faith, she has no reason to stay out of it.

Karin cannot reveal her identity now, so she dresses up as an ordinary nun.

According to Karin, she would not take action unless it was necessary.

The purpose of this trip is to protect Rand's safety and to personally participate in this battle of faith.

After finally arranging some things, Rand set off with some of his guards, the top leaders of the hideout, and Karin.

There are still some things going on in the den.

For example, it seems that some foreign Inner Sea Naga tribes want to compete for land with the tribes that have surrendered to Rand.

Exploration of the Burning Land is also still ongoing.

But Rand believed that Archbishop Kahn, who was now once again serving as the administrator of the hideout, would take care of these things.

Archbishop Kahn watched Count Lander depart.

He looked very unhappy.

Bishop Kahn has been idle for a long time since Karin began to actively handle the work of the Torch Church.

Now, it’s time to say goodbye to Xinyueling again.

Although, he himself also strongly supports this action.

But when the mountain of work weighed on him, Bishop Kahn was no longer able to smile.

Now Bishop Kahn only hopes that Rand's plan goes smoothly so that he can have a vacation soon.

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Since this support for the "Sun Project" was a secret operation, the departure of Earl Rand did not cause much impact on this prosperous and peaceful land.

Vanilla was struggling with how to write the letter.

She didn't want to deceive her teacher.

But now the work pressure in school is too heavy.

She and the lady from the Thorn Family worked overtime every day, but the workload was still piling up.

Just as Vanilla was struggling with the pen, Duke Thorn's aunt walked in.

Duke Thorn's aunt regretted agreeing to Rand's request. The overtime work these days was almost causing her endocrine system to become unbalanced.

Now the relationship between Lord Thorn's aunt and Vanilla has improved.

She deeply understood the work pressure this pretty elf girl was under.

Lord Thorn's aunt made Vanilla a glass of juice and asked, "What are you doing now?"

Vanilla's eyes lit up when she saw Lord Thorn's aunt.

During this period of contact, Vanilla realized the wisdom of this lady, and decided to ask her for help.

"I want to invite some family members to come and work here," Vanilla said.

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Lord Thorn's aunt was stunned, looked at the pointed ears of Vanilla, and asked in confusion: "You have human family?"

"It's an elf." Vanilla explained.

Duke Thorn's aunt looked a little strange, and she seemed to have thought of something.

He took out a pen and paper from the cabinet next to him, pulled up a stool, and sat down at the table. "Now that you've reminded me, I also have some friends who have nothing to do. It's a good opportunity to invite them."

Vanilla fell silent.

She felt as if she had made a bad start.

"Well, what should I write in the letter? Do you have any suggestions?" Vanilla asked Duke Thorn's aunt with some guilt.

The aunt of Lord Thorn didn't take it seriously: "It's okay, I'll finish writing it soon, just copy it later."

Seeing the lady's confident look, Vanilla felt relieved. Vanilla knew very well that this lady was a wise and reliable person and could be trusted.

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Taner also received instructions from Rand.

The leader of the Naga tribe was called.

This pretty-looking Naga chieftain has been a loyal subject of Rand ever since he witnessed him breaking the two heads of the legendary Lord of the Deep Sea Palace and driving him away.

This time when she encountered other Naga tribes wanting to seize her territory, her first reaction was not to solve the problem herself, but to report to her superiors for help.

The Naga tribe, which has now surrendered to Rand, only resisted the outsiders for a little while before retreating to wait for instructions from Earl Rand.

They could actually win, but what if Count Rand had other ideas?

Now only by following Count Lander's will can life be better.

Lord Taner looked at the leader of the Naga tribe and said, "Lord Rand has entrusted me with all matters here."

The leader of the Naga tribe bowed his head and said, "Lord Taner, I will follow your will."

Taner's influence in Rand's den has always been high.

As the general who followed Rand from the very beginning, Taner has always been a representative of calmness and reliability in everyone's hearts.

Rand's handing over of military affairs to Taner was something everyone in the hideout agreed to.

Everyone believes in Taner's experience and wisdom.

At least on military-related issues, no one would think that Tanner was not qualified to give instructions.

Taner is a general recognized by everyone.

Taner is a huge man wearing armor, looking like a metal giant in the sun.

"I will assign you appropriate weapons and arrange for adventurers who are good at swimming to support you on the sea."

Taner's dull but resounding voice reached the ears of the Naga tribal leader.

"Lord Taner, I will follow your will." The leader of the Naga tribe did not say much, but just repeated his previous words.

As Taner's order was issued, the supplies and troops of Crescent Moon Port were in place at a very fast speed.

The Naga tribe was allocated sufficient weapons, equipment, and manpower support.

Under the joint command of the leader and Taner, the Naga tribe began to fight back against the Naga who came to seize their territory.

Naga tribes can actually survive in the deep sea, but most Nagas choose to keep their tribes close to the shore.

They would rather compete with humans for land on the shore than live in the deep sea.

The deep sea is indeed a cruel place. Only the largest and most powerful Naga tribes are qualified to settle in the deep sea area.

Therefore, it is very common for foreign Naga tribes to come and fight for the coastal areas.

The two sides confronted each other in the sea.

At first, outsiders thought that these Nagas were just a group of cowardly Nagas. They only resisted for a while and then retreated to the shore.

But soon, these strange Nagas reappeared in the ocean.

Moreover, everyone held high-quality weapons and wore high-quality armor.

However, only a few strong Nagas wear heavy iron armor, while the rest wear high-quality leather armor or monster scale armor.

At this time, these foreign Nagas are a little difficult to understand.

The technological path of the Nagas in the ocean is completely different from that of humans on land.

At least it is very difficult for the Naga to develop a metallurgical industry.

In other words, the Naga basically has no iron tools.

Weapons made of minerals and biological materials are what the Nagas normally use.

This is clearly not the case with these local Nagas.

They held sharp harpoons in their hands, and there were even majestic male Nagas holding huge anchors.

"You actually made a deal with humans?" The Naga can speak underwater, and the foreign Naga leader spoke coldly.

The local Naga chieftain didn't care about the words of the foreign Naga chieftain at all, and said disdainfully: "You foreign bastard, we are a tribe under the command of the great Earl Rand. It's not too late to surrender now... Of course, it's not too late to surrender later, but I don't know how many of your people will be left."

"It seems that you have become humans' dogs?" The foreign Naga was even more disdainful.

The local Naga leader sneered: "A wild dog that can't even get enough food."

The foreign Naga was completely enraged.

Launched the first attack.

The local Nagas who surrendered to Rand were not afraid at all.

They formed a formation in the water.

Just when the foreign Naga was about to rush to the front of the local Naga formation.

Shadows like fish scales appeared on the water.

Countless small human fishing boats appeared on the battlefield.

On the water, human soldiers cast fishing nets and harpoons in the direction of the foreign Nagas.

The foreign Naga leader's face changed drastically. These domestic dogs that surrendered to humans were actually valued so much. Not only were they provided with weapons and equipment, but humans actually sent people to help them.

"House dog!" The foreign Naga leader was very angry.

The local Naga leaders did not care at all about the insults from foreign Nagas.

Without the weapons and equipment provided by Lord Taner, the combat effectiveness of both sides would be similar.

But now we not only have equipment, but also manpower support.

All I can say is that we will win.

"It's not too late to surrender now." The local Naga leader said calmly.

The foreign Naga leader looked gloomily at the human ships arranged like fish scales on the water.

She looked again at the local Naga in front of her who was deliberately posing to disgust her.

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