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Vol 03 Chapter 80-2: Flood Control I

Previously, due to the king’s illness and financial constraints, large-scale flood control was not feasible. They did manage small-scale projects from time to time.

「We’ll start flood control in all areas surrounding the proposed capital site. I’ll ask the patricians to provide personnel for labor. Naturally, we’ll cover all the costs for the laborers’ food. This should prevent any complaints from them.」

I want to send a message to the patricians with this: I don’t need your money, so at least send manpower.

「My king. I have no objections to the flood control project. It will reassure the people and it could potentially increase the harvests in the affected lands several times over thanks to proper irrigation. But do we have someone capable of designing such a large-scale project? I’m aware you’ve employed a Kirisian architect, but flood control is different from building structures. Can that Kirisian handle it?」

「No problem. I’ve hired