Apocalypse Descent: Farming with My Harem

Chapter 1924: Chapter 644: The Era of Mastery for All, Expulsion from the Territory

At this rate, it feels like it won’t be long before the territory is fully populated.

One whole day quickly passed.

Cao Xing once again tallied today’s progress.

"Today alone, I recruited a total of 1142 newcomers."

"Among them, the ratio between staff and combat personnel is 7:3, which is fairly acceptable."

"Currently, the entire territory, including the more than two thousand warriors fighting outside, comprises over six thousand people."

"The overall ratio of staff to combat personnel is 5:5."

Upon obtaining this data, Cao Xing’s eyes showed a sense of awe once more.

To think that, just a few months ago, this territory was merely a cluster of small bonfires and a rundown Lord’s Hut.

Now, it has grown to such a scale, amassing over six thousand people.

Even in this world, a territory of over six thousand is considered a city of medium size.

Not only Cao Xing but many of the remaining 1.9 billion Survivors Lords are also smart.

They all realized this point.

During the tumultuous world situation caused by the Blood Chaos, they began recruiting refugees and soldiers in their respective regions, expanding their territory’s population.

As various posts appeared on forums, many lords realized now is the perfect time to expand their populations and took action.

Of course, more lords opted to unite and form large legions to clear Blood Soldiers. ree

Rather than just expanding their populations, they preferred to gain war merit to enhance their own power.

The crisis triggered by the Blood Chaos this time has affected seven or eight countries, which can be considered the smallest impact in history.

But even so, these seven or eight countries will still need a long time to recover their vitality.

Therefore, these lords who gave up expanding their populations still have opportunities later.

Cao Xing continued to analyze the territory’s situation in his mind: "The more than three thousand staff members are enough to maintain the operation of a Giant City."

"To reduce food consumption, I can stop recruiting after a couple more days."

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It was seven o’clock in the evening.

The batch of newcomers recruited today had already finished their dinner, their loyalty had increased a notch again.

Still, a portion of them showed no improvement in loyalty.

Cao Xing’s gaze turned cold, and he thought to himself: "That’s enough. After feeding and accommodating them well for two or three days, their loyalty hasn’t increased at all."

"These people probably have no intention of submitting. Best to kick them out early to reduce food consumption."

Silently, Cao Xing mentally sorted out their names, then called in Edward.

The young artist walked briskly to his side, respectfully saying, "Lord, at your command."

Since Cao Xing resolved the demon that was bothering him, Edward had lost his former gloom and neurotic tendencies, becoming more cheerful.

Though his [Advanced Painting Mastery] wasn’t useful at times, Edward always treated himself as a regular staff member, routinely building walls, farming, and fertilizing, hardly missing any tasks.

Sometimes, he would even paint portraits of members in the territory, trying to contribute to it.

Cao Xing instructed, "Edward, shortly, just read the names on the list."

The artist respectfully replied, "Yes, Lord."

Then Cao Xing turned around and directly said, "All territory members, gather at the Central Square."

His steady voice, amplified by magic power, was transmitted to every corner of the territory.

The newcomers were still unfamiliar with Cao Xing’s voice, their eyes reflecting confusion.

Other older members quickly moved into action and reminded, "It’s the Lord, let’s hurry over."

Immediately, the thousands of people within the territory began to move.

However, among them, some newcomers bore indifferent expressions.

They seemed indifferent to Cao Xing’s assembly order.

Even with movement, they leisurely followed at the back of the group.

It took over ten minutes for the more than three thousand people to completely gather.

Cao Xing silently stood in place, observing their performance and the tiny arc at the corner of his mouth went unnoticed.

Then, even after everyone was gathered, whispers continued from below.

Polar People Du An, Edward, and others already furrowed their brows, their expressions displeased.

Before they could speak, Cao Xing softly uttered two words.

"Silence."

His voice was calm, yet carried an invisible pressure, resonating in everyone’s ears and making their hearts jolt!

All the noise instantly stopped, leaving the scene in utter silence.

Then, Cao Xing’s gaze swept around, and he slowly spoke, "Many of you here have joined my territory only in recent days."

"What do you think of my territory?"

Upon hearing these words, the townspeople of Frostwind Town were the first to respond, "Honorable Lord, this is the most divine and harmonious territory we have ever seen."

"Before this, we never imagined a territory could value ordinary people like us so highly, even providing us with such precious food and milk."

"You are so generous, so considerate of your subordinates; the Goddess will bless your kindness."

Other people chimed in as well.

"Indeed, my chronic condition had plagued me for years, and I’d given up hope of healing, but here it’s improved."

"This place is like Heaven."

"Praise the Lord!"