Regressor of the Fallen Family novel Chapter 39

Chapter 39

Yes?

Purchase food supplies with one million gold each month and send them to Teslon and Macline castles.

Really? One million gold every month?

Yes.

What on earth Are you planning to feed the territorys people all by yourself, Lord Logan?

Enough, at least for one year, I will buy continuously, so find out where to source it from.

Aha, youre serious. I had no idea you cared so much for the people of your territory.

Upon hearing Phillips words, Logan chuckled lightly.

Caring for the people of my territory

Well, truthfully, it was simply out of necessity.

The chronic food shortage in Macline castle was not going to be resolved until next year at least.

Even though we now have the Teslon Plains, Teslon Castle has only ever produced just a bit more than what was required for self-sufficiency.

Add to that the barrenness of Macline, and it ultimately still ends up in deficit.

Moreover, its early summer now.

Food supplies stored over winter are depleting, and there is still a long way to go until the next harvest season.

Its precisely the time just after the spring famine.

It wouldnt be strange if there were people in Macline Castle dying from hunger.

The labor of the territorys people was absolutely necessary for the work Logan planned to undertake in the future, so it was critical to preserve their strength as much as possible.

But buying food is only a temporary measure.

For the future, a more fundamental solution was necessary.

Stop the chatter and go buy it. Is there a problem?

No, theres no problem. With a long-term contract of more than a year, there would be many suppliers willing to provide. Besides, if were buying in bulk, we might get it for even cheaper.

Then proceed with that, and as soon as Imperik arrives, send him off. Prepare for business until he arrives. I will send a mercenary troop for transport escort, so make sure to get acquainted with their captain

After giving Phillip the detailed instructions, Logan set out once more to find Nox for another request.

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You want me to find these people?

Yes.

With only a name and one or two features of their appearance? And we arent even sure about their real names. Plus, we dont know where they live. Are you asking me to search the entire continent? This is tough.

Can you do it? Just tell me that.

Hmm. Id have to ask for a down payment of one hundred thousand gold. And I cant give you any guarantee about when they could be found.

As soon as even one person is identified, contact me. Ill be in Macline territory.

But may I ask why you want to find these people?

Thats none of your concern.

For each person found, Ill pay the same amount as the down payment again, but only if that information is reliable. So find them as quickly as you can.

Understood

Bang.

Jeez, what a temper.

Noxs informant uttered in disbelief as the sound echoed in front of the empty doorway.

Already having left the place, Logan was running towards the western gate.

And his mind was racing amid the movement.

The independents of the future. I have to recruit them.

But as Nox said, they wouldnt be easy to find.

The fact that they were wandering around unaffiliated even after reaching the level of superhumans meant each of them had a significant story.

Maybe even the names Logan knew might be aliases.

But theres no other way. I have to wait.

He had to focus on growing his familys strength.

If necessary, he should be ready to wage imperial wars without those talents and even consider extreme measures if, once found, they reject his scouting offer.

Especially the one who has mainly been active as a mercenary for the empire

While engrossed in these complicated thoughts, Logan even felt slightly desperate despite things going well currently.

Why am I in such a hurry?

Slow down. There is still time. Its all right.

Logan calmed his breathing with a soft murmur, steadying himself.

Feeling anxious even after everything went better than expected in the capital was an issue.

Its a compulsion. I need to clear my head for a while.

As he acknowledged that fact, his pace noticeably slowed.

Now was the time to engage in a more important transaction.

He lifted his head, watching the sky in the distance, trying to regain some piece of mind.

Just then, in the distance, he saw a massive tower.

Ah Damn.

He had resolved to take things slowly, but seeing his destination reminded him of all the things he still had to do.

The Magic Tower

The Magic Tower () originated from magicians living together pursuing the same path and became an influence synonymous with magicians.

They built high and giant towers, proclaiming their magic and power.

Although the existence of magicians was rare, the group kept a formidable force equivalent to an army, despite their number being no more than a few hundred at most.

Most magicians were dedicated to developing and researching their magic rather than engaging in conflict, and thus they would rarely be found outside the laboratories of the magic towers.

Especially the lower-ranking magicians, in desperate need of mentors and learning, often belonged to a tower, staying close to their masters.

Therefore, in a remote territory like Macline, it was a reality that the existence of magicians was hardly noticed.

Not only are they hard to find, but theyre also picky about the work.

This was the main reason why you would hardly see magicians in wars unless it was a conflict on the scale of a nation or in grand territories that maintained their own magic towers and magicians.

And there were as many as five such towers in the capital of Grandia, Grand.

Now Logan was heading to one of them, the Earth Tower, to the west of the capital.

Ding-a-ling.

Inside the massive seven-story magic tower painted in the hue of loess, the first floor was so empty it felt desolate.

The vast first-floor space, easily surpassing 300 square meters (pyeong), appeared lonely with no one around, and the reception desk closest to the entrance required quite a walk to reach.

At the reception, a young man donning an earthy loess-colored robe, emblazoned with a stone symbol showing his affiliation with the Earth Tower, was nodding off asleep.

Hmm. Excuse me.

Tap tap.

Huh!

The dozing apprentice magician of the Earth Tower, Roy, jerked awake at the sudden voice.

Im sorry, guest!

He quickly stood up, bowing profusely and apologizing, but on the inside, he was still screaming.

This is bad. Dammit.

Visitors to the tower were mostly nobles coming to purchase artifacts produced by the tower or to place orders, and the money they lavishly spent was the main source of income for the tower.

Considering the cost that high-ranking magicians would pour into a single magic experiment, the tower was constantly in need of funds despite the substantial income.

And with the towers financial situation being as precarious as it was now, crossing a noble visitors path could lead to disaster.

Wait?

As Roy lifted his head, what he saw vastly differed from his expectations.

I-Im sorry. Such a transaction is beyond what I can handle

The mans snide demeanor had vanished completely.

Looking at his trembling hands, Logan smirked.

Then bring someone who can take responsibility, right?

Yes? Oh, yes! Please wait for a moment. I-I will return immediately!

The receptionist magician scrambled away, and soon after

Thud thud.

From the stairs where the man had hurriedly ascended, an elderly magician nearly tumbled down as he descended with haste.

Who is it? Oh, you?

Amid the clamor, the magician, staggering to maintain his balance, approached with a grin that was strange for his years.

The beard sprouting beneath his chin was half white, yet despite the age it implied, his shifty eyes and lips gave off a deceitful impression.

Oh, what a precious guest. I apologize for the late welcome. I am Ledios Grate, the tower master of the Earth Tower. Im sorry, but may I ask which family you are from?

This introduction was enough to surprise Logan.

Head of a Magic Tower?

Even though 1.5 million gold was a considerable sum, it was essentially only half a years budget of a barony.

He had heard that the Earth Tower was not doing well financially, but

The head of one of the five major towers rushes out for this amount?

Yet, the strong magical presence he discerned, the heartbeat of a magician, revealed an undisputed five magic circles.

A 5th circle magicianno matter where in the tower, this was a master capable of holding an elder position or higher.

The situation of this tower might be more serious than I thought.

Even amidst the unexpected situation, Logan took note of this information as he bowed his head in response.

I am Logan Macline.

Macline?

As he heard the name, the tower masters expression was a mix of confusion and realization, but he quickly regained composure and spoke with a forced laugh.

Ahahaha. I apologize. My lack of exposure led to my mistake. Please, allow me to guide you. Follow me, I would much prefer we have this conversation in my office.

The Earth Tower, one of the five prominent towers, and its masters submissive attitude was hard to get used to but not without its advantages.

A weakness in a trading partner is my benefit.

Logan smiled and nodded.

Im just from a small territory in the southwest. You dont need to concern yourself. However, I have more than enough ability to make the purchase, unlike that friend there who doubted me.

Ah Ha, haha. It seems our apprentice made a mistake. My apologies. I will give him a stern talking-to.

No, its nothing to worry about. Its a trivial matter.

Saying otherwise, but his steely glare briefly directed at the pale-faced apprentice was undeniably sharp. Observing this interaction hinted at the smug tower masters unpleasant nature, but Logan had no reason to care.

Tsk. He brought this on himself.

For now, completing this trade successfully was of utmost importance.

Lets see if the Earth Tower can meet my demand. Hmm.

The more effective spell for his purpose would have been the 4th circle Explosion Scrolls from the Magic Tower of Fire.

However, as Explosion was classified as a combat spell, it was much more expensive compared to equivalent magic, and purchasing a large quantity of military-grade scrolls would attract unnecessary attention.

Therefore, Logan chose the Collapse Magic and the Earth Tower instead.

Well, its not like theres only one magic tower.

Magicians of the Royal Tower who specialized in one attribute were more skilled, but the class magicians of the Royal Tower could produce similar items as well.

If needed, I can split the order.

Judging by the flow of the conversation, it seemed he would be able to close the deal on even better terms than expected.

Logan followed Ledios with a faint smile.