As she was cutting the meat, she suddenly turned her head and asked softly, "Or should I go hunting for the giant crab with you?"

"I can now use the Corrosion Skill and two other spells."

"No need, just stay put at the manor."

Luo De decisively rejected Avril's suggestion, "Once we clean things up, I will take you to see the sea."

"Alright."

Avril nodded and focused on her meal.

The dinner continued quietly, and once Luo De finished eating, he leaned back in his chair, waiting for the two ladies.

When Avril finished eating, Luo De stood up with effort,

"Let's go..."

Just as he spoke, the crisp sound of the guard's armor clashing appeared at the door.

Luo De frowned slightly and looked over, just as expected, seeing the guard enter,

"Baron,"

The guard reported, bowing respectfully,

"Lord Durant and Lord Rein request an audience."

Luo De rubbed his temples, sighed deeply,

"So late..."

Luo De whispered softly, but in the end, waved his hand,

"Let them in."

Upon returning, Luo De did not see the two but headed straight for the Blacksmith Shop, estimating that they had important matters to report.

Returning to the hall, Durant and Rein entered one after the other.

Both bowed in greeting,

"Good day, Baron."

Luo De nodded, "Take a seat."

As the three sat down, Durant showed a hint of apology in his eyes,

"Baron, sorry to disturb you so late... we couldn't find the time during the day to report."

Luo De nodded slightly, signaling them to proceed,

"Go ahead, what's the issue?"

Durant sat up straight, with a determined look in his eyes,

"Sir, the soldiers' riding skills have improved quickly recently, and I believe we can fully begin preparing a formal cavalry unit."

He paused, his tone heavier,

"But the number of warhorses is too few. Most are riding horses, and only twelve are fit to charge on the battlefield, which is far from adequate."

"Hmm."

Luo De furrowed his brows slightly.

After pondering for a while, Luo De arranged: "I've already asked Man Xiu to send some, and I'll write to him to hurry it up."

"Also, I need you to have Lawrence issue a procurement notice shortly."

Luo De looked at Durant, with a hint of helplessness, "However, you know the southern conflicts mean obtaining warhorses might be difficult, even if we procure them, the quantity won't be large."

Durant nodded, "If we can gather five units, no, just three formal cavalry squads, it will be enough."

The cavalry would consist of soldiers with the best riding and archery skills, and thirty are already very formidable.

Luo De nodded slightly, gesturing for Durant to continue,

"Anything else?"

"The rest are all routine training reports."

Durant handed the report to Luo De.

Luo De didn't look, but turned to Rein.

Rein understood immediately and reported proactively: "Baron, we've discovered many soldiers proficient in archery among the reserves and militia."

"Currently, the overall archery skills of the army are significantly improving. I suggest that bows and arrows be considered as the standard weapon for our soldiers."

Luo De raised his eyebrows slightly, a faint smile on his lips.

"No problem, you can coordinate with Durant to handle this. If you think it's feasible, go ahead and equip them."

"Alright, alright."

Rein nodded repeatedly, a bit hesitant:

"It's just... the workshop is short-handed right now. When I went to Ward, he said the carpenters are all busy with making farming tools for the spring plowing, so they can't help with making bows and arrows for the time being."

"Hmm, that's indeed an issue."

Luo De said seriously: "Indeed, that was my order, as spring plowing is a major priority."

"How about this, I'll have Lawrence get you some hands to help with the odd jobs."

"Once the spring plowing ends, the carpenters will fully support the workshop, prioritizing the making of bows and arrows, how about that?"

Rein's face lit up with joy, and a flash of gratitude appeared in his eyes,

"Thank you for your support, Baron!"

"You're all busy for Black Pine Ridge, doing very well, with great dedication."

Luo De praised the two of them,

"If there's nothing else, go back and rest well."

"Yes, Baron!"

Durant and Rein exchanged a glance, stood in unison, bowed, and turned to leave.

Luo De watched them leave, then stood up, stretching lazily.

Avril walked into the hall and took Luo De's arm,

"Let's go."

...

...

Outside the manor, the moon was bright and the stars sparse.

Durant and Rein walked side by side out of the gate, stopping in a corner simultaneously.

Durant looked back at the direction of the hall, then turned to Rein,

"Did you feel it?"

"Hmm."

Rein nodded, "The lord wasn't at all surprised by the changes in the military, as if he had anticipated everything."

"This proves that our previous speculations were correct, all of this stems from the Baron."

Durant couldn't help but smile, patting Rein on the shoulder,

"See, not resisting and obediently joining Frost Leaf Town at that time was an unbelievably correct choice."

"Hahaha, at that time, I almost became a sacrifice blocking this path of destiny."

Rein chuckled awkwardly twice, unable to help but sigh when recalling past events.

"Fortunately, I made the right choice."

"But if the lord really takes this path, we'll need to be stricter with the army's requirements!"

Rein inquired.

Durant nodded, and the two said as they walked, "Yeah, starting tomorrow, both reserves and regular troops will intensify training!"

"Should we tell Gang Le?"

Durant shook his head slightly, replied in a low voice, "Forget it, let's not mention it for now. His mouth, if he drinks, will spill it all out."

"True enough."

Rein agreed, suddenly stopping,

"So, what do you think, should I apply for a bottle of Knight Roar Potion and give it a shot?"

"I can't really advise you on that."

Durant said leisurely, "But with such a good opportunity, would you want to miss it?"

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