Global Lord: My Undead Can Undergo Fission
Chapter 480: The Accompanying Guild

Chapter 480: Chapter 480: The Accompanying Guild

Following the completion of the framework, a vigorous reform began.

Of course, it started with internal meetings within the Cabinet, but word had already gotten out. Even various Lords, many of whom were themselves Cabinet members, had no choice but to engage in discussions.

Everyone wanted to secure a greater share of the benefits but did not want to be perceived as having ulterior motives.

After all, Fang Jie had arrived with considerable momentum, and his military strength was overwhelmingly strong, leaving no one daring enough to oppose him at this time.

More importantly, they were not all from legacies. Even some native families had no choice but to forsake their ancestral honors. Most of those seated in high positions came from humble origins.

Practically every emerging power was in the same situation.

And for these people, there were fewer considerations to worry about, so it was easier to implement reforms.

Some were reluctant to change, but under this tide, they could only opt to go with the flow. Any who dared resist would be thoroughly crushed by this overwhelming force, with no other possibility.

Various systems were established, and then adjustments began to be made throughout the lands according to these systems.

As for the minutiae, given that each Territory was different, such details could only be handled by those below.

However, the treasury was divided into two parts: one part was Fang Jie’s private coffers, his own wealth, which he could use at will. Fang Jie had plenty to attend to, including the construction of the army.

The remainder of the treasury’s income came primarily from taxes and dividends from other industries.

Yet half of these revenues had to be turned over to Fang Jie.

On one hand, since the Territories were managed by the Lords themselves, there were fewer projects requiring allocations from the territorial funds. On the other hand, military expenditures were almost entirely covered by Fang Jie.

Of course, if a Territory’s resources were insufficient, a report could be filed with Fang Jie.

If Fang Jie agreed, a portion could be taken from his private coffers for subsidies.

There was not much difference between these two treasuries; they were separated merely for easier management. Without Fang Jie’s approval, significant resource movements were not allowed.

While the Cabinet was taking action, Fang Jie was not idle either.

During this period of significant change, Fang Jie could not let go completely. So, in this period, Fang Jie set aside his studies and research and focused mainly on the construction of his Territory.

With Skeleton Labor and various farmer units, this construction speed was incredibly fast.

The Material Trading House, which managed the Territory, had started to be established in various places. Relying on the Material Trading House, Fang Jie directly built the Mercenary Guild, adventurer’s guild, Worker Association, Merchant Association, and Mage Guild in the vicinity.

The five departments were mainly used to integrate all personnel across the Territory, to unify and plan to avoid problems.

As for some hidden professions, Fang Jie would not recognize them, though he expected there would be many.

The Mercenary and adventurer’s guild basically employed native powerhouses who were not content with being ordinary people, offering them opportunities to do things and also helping others solve issues.

The Worker Association and Merchant Association mainly targeted the industrial and commercial sectors, marking Fang Jie’s own intervention.

This facilitated his macro-control; he did not want merchants to slip from his control, nor did he want workers to be overexploited or agitated, as both situations provided them an opportunity to voice their concerns.

Agriculture was also necessary, but this world had its peculiarities.

Essentially, agriculture required only one’s own special structures, such as farms or fisheries, along with self-created farmer units.

Thus, whether they could make their voices heard was irrelevant; if their loyalty dipped too low, they would naturally flee.

Lastly, the Mage Guild represented the elite. Currently, there weren’t many mages in the Territory, but new mages were in training, and the number of mages within the Territory would only grow.

Hence, these talented individuals with special powers also had to be managed.

It was impossible for the Territory to employ all mages, so alternative places for them were necessary.

Apart from these associations established directly through the Material Trading House, Fang Jie also carved out land in various Territories to build barracks and schools, which had been planned from the beginning.

Fang Jie dispatched personnel for construction; these places were also under his direct management.

The barracks trained capable individuals from the citizenry into the army, which was nominally Fang Jie’s own army, not the local Lord’s forces. These were to be stationed across the Territories.

As for the Lords’ reactions, Fang Jie didn’t care to know.

If they didn’t even allow his garrisons, it would only prove their ill intentions.

Schools, on the other hand, were meant for education, specifically set for the common people. As long as the brainwashing in barracks and schools was effective, civilians would increasingly support him and be less easily swayed by others.

Even if the proxy Lord sought to rebel in the future, they would have to consider whether the populace would be willing.

These were all massive projects; it seemed trivial in isolation, but covering every region was no simple task. And Fang Jie truly intended to extend his reach to every region.

Even if some areas were temporarily uninhabited, Fang Jie intended to cover them as well.

The subsequent tax revenues were far from useless; they were needed for building roads and bridges. Though farmers were available, not all resources could be spared. Once roads connected and infrastructure was in place, people would naturally come to reside there.

The rate of population growth, if unregulated, could be quite frightening.

Even Qin Lan did not expect Fang Jie’s actions to be so swift. By the time they had roughly outlined the framework, Fang Jie had already swiftly covered a large area with his foundations.

"Although there are some issues with the design, these flaws do not obscure the virtues; the speed is more valuable than anything," said Qin Lan, upon seeing the arrangements Fang Jie had made and the subsequent progress.

"The details will be handled by the Cabinet later. My task is these infrastructures, which are still quite easy to handle," Fang Jie said with a smile.

Qin Lan rolled her eyes; only Fang Jie could make such a statement.

Indeed, having a large supply of inexpensive labor, Skeleton Labor that did not need to be fed or paid; hard-working and obedient, not afraid of danger; with such workers, how could the speed not be fast?

Fang Jie’s Skeleton Labor took on all the difficult and exhausting work, and their construction speed was extremely fast.

But this approach somewhat disrupted Qin Lan’s plan. She had originally intended to use such arduous tasks to deplete the energy of the refugees, but now a different method would have to be employed.