Regressor of the Fallen Family novel Chapter 242

Chapter 242

“Your Majesty!”

“Master!”

Clayton, with a somewhat weary complexion, and Hamar, whose cheeks had become gaunt, their expressions slightly hardened upon facing Logan.

Seeing their faces, which clearly showed their hardship and the tension overlaying them, Logan felt sorry, but he thought it was an unavoidable situation and tapped their shoulders with a bitter smile.

“You’ve had it tough, all of you.”

“How could we shirk our duties to the country…”

“If you know that, let us rest a bit…”

While the two leaders, who had given completely different answers, looked at each other and laughed awkwardly, Logan surveyed the surroundings.

“Indeed…”

Perhaps due to their experience of several major construction projects together, the construction seemed to be progressing smoothly.

The construction project that had started in the most suitable location for developing the western wastes of the capital city.

The nearing completion of the water gate, and even the distance to the Tenon River seen beyond the tunnel under the mountain range, all seemed flawless.

However, the very problems they had worried about were starting to arise.

“Will this scale be enough for the reservoir? It seems smaller than the Maclaine Dam, and you haven’t forgotten that the arable land we need to develop is twice as large, have you?”

“With the river water that will continue to flow in, the calculations indicate this size is appropriate, Master. We have some experience with this…”

“No, dig more. More than double the accommodable amount.”

Hamar’s face twisted at that resolute response.

“We need to finish this quickly, right? But that will significantly extend the completion time!”

“Your Majesty. My calculations align with Hamar’s—it should be sufficient.”

Despite Clayton’s defense, Logan shook his head.

“It must hold enough water to drench the entire wasteland in one go. We’re going to use magic-enhanced water farming here. It’s far more cost-effective to dissolve magic stones in stagnant water than in flowing water.”

At Logan’s words, the eyes of Hamar and Clayton widened.

“Magic-enhanced water… didn’t you say it was financially troublesome, Master?”

“Are you sure you can manage it? Really?”

“I will handle that, so just proceed as I said.”

“Ah…”

The shock was momentary, but as Hamar realized the enormity of the tasked he faced, his expression grew more twisted.

“Ugh, to double this…”

Although Clayton too sighed, Logan remained unshaken.

‘It’s necessary. It must be done. If we are to save even a little time and budget.’

He felt a slight headache, perhaps due to the fatigue accumulated, but there was no need to show weakness there.

“Hamar, with those changes, when can we expect completion?”

Haa.

Hamar shook his head as though discontent but soon gave an answer.

“It will take about two more months, Master.”

“Try to reduce it to about a month.”

“No, you can’t be serious now…!”

“Ahahaha. Let’s try it out, Lord Hamar. Your Majesty, I’ll do my utmost.”

Whether it was to Hamar, who could only glare with wide-eyed disbelief, or to Clayton, who shook his head with an awkward smile, Logan felt sorry to them all.

It must be because Clayton knows the finances are already stretched to the limit.

“Very well, then I entrust you with wrapping things up, Lord Clayton.”

“Leave it to me, Your Majesty.”

Both giving and receiving the orders, everyone was exhausted.

But those aware of the dire situation had no time to harbor any complaints.

“How could you even cut a month…!”

“Lord Hamar. Shh!”

Except for one dwarf whose workload had greatly increased.

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[The implementation of magic-enhanced water farming to Esperanza’s territory has been completed.]

“Faster than expected. I thought it wouldn’t finish until around the dam’s completion time.”

[The precise establishment of the magic stone ratio played a major role. I will send a separate report on this matter.]

“Good. Well done, Ria.”

Upon Victoria’s report, Logan let out a subtle smile.

If plans had gone awry, it was in a good direction, eliciting laughter almost uncontrollably.

“Come back to the capital for now. Once the dam is completed, bring the magic stones to be installed there.”

[I’ve already prepared them.]

“…Excellent. You’ve worked hard.”

The cleaner-than-expected handling of affairs by Victoria brought a smile to Logan after a long time.

“Now that the mission is successful, I ought to give a reward… Ria, is there anything you wish for?”

[No. It was a great achievement just to be trusted as a magician.]

Not only was her handling of tasks neat, but her response was endearingly perfect, making Logan even more eager to reward her.

“Still, speak up. Clear rewards and punishments will motivate others to be diligent in their work.”

[If you say so, um… lately I’ve heard rumors about the magical troops. I would like to join them too.]

“What?”

There was no reason to refuse.

Logan’s principle was to desire all magicians in the kingdom to be part of the magic troops.

Moreover, be it combat engineers or support, the effectiveness shown by the golem school had already become an indispensable factor in Maclaine’s battle.

“Why? I’m curious about your reason.”

[To be honest, just doing research at the mage tower isn’t my style. I thought it would be better to be somewhere that directly uses magic and trains.]

Seeking battle.

This unexpected response made Logan let out a small sigh as he looked at Victor standing behind Victoria through the comm device.

“Well, as long as your brother has no objections…”

[It’s alright.]

“Hmm?”

I thought you’d dislike your younger sister openly seeking combat training.

Yet, Victor’s expression, as he gazed upon Victoria’s back, was just calm.

The feeling of overprotection he had before seemed much reduced.

‘A sign that those kids are really growing up.’

Seeing this positive change brought a content nod from Logan.

“Alright, then. Let Clayton know on your behalf, and join the troops whenever you’d like.”