Chapter 512

Chapter 512: Returning to Soland

Yellowed leaves fell from the trees by the roadside, drifting with the wind into a carriage below, where they were caught by a fair hand.

Lolan Hill looked at the tender yellow leaf in her hand, still slightly damp, with faint green traces visible in its veins.

Autumn had arrived.

Since the Flame Assembly, Gufia was incorporated into Clancia, followed by a series of material allocations, personnel placements, and the establishment of branch institutions. These tasks were no longer within Lolan Hill’s purview; the mature system of Clancia now handled them.

She continued touring domestically with the Lagertis trade caravan, having traversed Clancia’s eastern, northern, and central regions. Only the western and southern sides remained unvisited.

However, she had a general understanding of the south, which bordered the new Vergha. The only unfamiliar areas were the two provinces in the west. One was close to the coast, featuring several ports and rivers, while the other approached the White Cliff Plateau of the Holy Land, where the climate was colder, and there were several roads leading to Mount Karunriel, the capital of the Holy Land and the place where the Archangel was transformed into a statue.

Before setting out for the west, she planned to return to Soland to handle some matters, consolidating her travel experiences and the ideas they sparked during this period.

The carriage moved slowly with the caravan across the hills and wilderness, heading towards the center of Clancia.

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Two weeks later, in Soland, in the royal palace council hall.

In the vast space, a realistic miniature model was placed, depicting Clancia and its surroundings. It included small mountains and rivers, representing the various geographical features of the land.

Lolan Hill wore a graceful white robe with blue edges, standing in the center of the hall, flanked by Pulman and other high-ranking officials of Clancia.

“It has been a long time, everyone.”

“Your Wisdom.”

After a brief introduction, Lolan Hill picked up a slender pointer and lightly waved it in the air. A small fireball, symbolizing the sun, appeared above ‘Clancia,’ with forests, mountains, and grasslands below.

“This time I toured many places domestically and saw many issues that need addressing.”

Lolan Hill recounted some areas for improvement, before summarizing:

“At present, domestic handicrafts are still very scattered, making it difficult to standardize them and achieve large-scale production.”

“It’s really a waste of manpower and resources to produce something efficiently in a crude manner.”

“Take weaving bamboo baskets as an example.”

“Many families cut down bamboo themselves in the forest and then weave them at home. It seems fine, but actually, the efficiency is very low.”

“If we break down the process and organize people specifically for production, things would be different.”

“Some people could be dedicated to cutting bamboo, others to sawing and splitting the bamboo strips, some to weaving, others to baking and shaping the ribs, and finally, some to installing the rim.”

“In this way, overall efficiency would greatly increase, and the daily output per person would multiply several times over. Moreover, it would be more specialized and of better quality.”

“Such examples can be applied to many areas, such as textiles, ceramics, glassmaking, clothing production, and so on.”

“At first, we can set up specialized production institutions near the sources of raw materials based on the distribution of domestic resources. By producing on a large scale, we can distribute these products nationwide.”

“After a few years, we will have a batch of skilled workers. The centralized development of these industries will also greatly promote technological progress and reduce transportation costs.”

“In the long run, many ordinary people will learn related skills. Then they can build their own factories to fill market gaps with differentiated products.”

What Lolan Hill said was essentially the characteristic state-owned enterprises of many red nations. When there was no technical accumulation or experience in the country, the state would take the lead in experimenting and establishing a complete industrial system. Then, small personal enterprises would gradually fill the gaps in the market.

In this way, the entire market and environment would slowly become more active.

At first, we need to solve the problem of existence before we address the issue of quality. Blindly worshipping market economy isn’t ideal. (Author’s personal note, just a light laugh.)

After discussing economic and industrial issues, Lolan Hill began planning the layout of some industries.

“Based on on-site observations, we can establish two large hydraulic stations in the south of Nide County and the east of Mistwood County to provide power for local industries, thus saving a lot of coal.”

Lolan Hill placed the pointer on the map model at the intersection of the hills and plains, where two rivers flow down from the Sighing Mountains.

“In addition, we need to start building higher education institutions, namely universities.”

“The initial plan is to have at least one university in each province, while in Central Soland,…”

“At least five universities should be established,” she said.

“There should also be appropriate exchanges and competitions between these universities to enhance vitality and other aspects.”

“It’s not only about teaching extraordinary knowledge such as combat skills, but also cultivating their sense of right and wrong, worldview, and values. Only then can these students become the continuation of our dreams.”

“The layout of major cities needs to be re-planned, with room for future expansion. The sewage pipelines should also be planned in advance.”

The silver-haired girl was speaking about the nation’s future vision, while the high-ranking officials from Clancia listened with great enthusiasm. Some even took out small notebooks to quickly jot down her words, considering them treasures for the future.

“Then, let’s conclude today’s meeting here,” she said, putting down her conductor’s baton and letting out a soft sigh.

Just now, it felt like she had returned to a few years ago when she was teaching remedial classes at Emanas. Without realizing it, she had spoken many forward-looking words.

Seeing that no one had reacted yet, she prepared to leave first. If any of them became particularly curious and asked for explanations, she estimated that she wouldn’t be able to rest tonight.

She needed to be more careful in the future, Lolan Hill thought to herself. She had mentioned so many unfamiliar terms; who knew how many people would ask her where she got the ideas from. If she couldn’t answer them immediately, it would be embarrassing.

The young lady quietly reflected on this, planning to take quick, small steps to slip out of the hall.

“Please wait a moment,” a woman’s voice interrupted her subtle movements.

Lolan turned her head and looked at the intellectual woman wearing glasses. “Fowler, is there something you need?”

This woman was the current highest judge of Clancia.

“Yes, Your Highness, I have some legal questions and wish to seek your guidance,” the female judge bowed respectfully and pushed up her glasses before speaking.

Well, looks like I won’t be able to go back early today for a bath. The young lady muttered to herself and took out the complex legal codes and case studies from her system, preparing for a long discussion with the Supreme Judge.

But, it couldn’t be helped. After all, she loved this new nation as if it were her own growing child, always hoping it would become healthier and stronger.

And here, she had placed many hopes for the future.

All her dreams would come true through this.

Yeah~

(End of Chapter)