Sauron looked at Tosi with firm eyes, his expression solemn yet expectant, and slowly said, "However, the immediate priority is to properly handle the resettlement of these people. Governor Tosi, I have an idea. I wonder if you would be willing to lead these people to the Northwest?"

Upon hearing the words "Northwest," Tosi's face instantly turned somewhat gloomy and unpleasant.

In his impression, the Northwest was a barren and desolate land with a harsh natural environment, making it difficult to cultivate enough food to feed a large population.

Moreover, it constantly faced the threat of beastmen tribes, with fierce beastmen raiding from time to time, making it impossible to effectively guarantee the safety of the people's lives.

Under such conditions, if it weren't absolutely necessary, he really wouldn't want to go to that dangerous and arduous place in the Northwest.

After a moment's hesitation, Tosi respectfully replied, "Your Highness, your orders will naturally be followed by your subordinate. However, the conditions in the Northwest are truly too impoverished and difficult. I fear that the hardships and dangers along the way, coupled with the harsh living environment in the Northwest, will mean that perhaps only one in ten people will safely arrive there.

This journey will not only face the predicament of lack of food and clothing, but also require constant vigilance against beastmen attacks, and the lives of the people will be greatly threatened."

Listening to Tosi's concerns, Sauron smiled slightly, nodded to show his understanding, and then patiently explained, "Tosi, I have already considered the problems you are worried about. I will properly arrange everything.

Throughout the people's migration, I will ensure that they have an ample supply of food and will not let them go hungry.

Moreover, I have also prepared an empty city for you. Although it cannot compare to a prosperous metropolis, it does have basic houses and facilities that can provide the people with a temporary shelter from the wind and rain. After arriving in the Northwest, we will work together to build and develop it, gradually making it prosperous and turning it into a new home for the people."

Listening to Sauron's detailed arrangements, the worries in Tosi's heart lessened somewhat.

He knew that since Sauron said so, he must have made sufficient preparations and plans.

Upon seeing this, Sauron smiled with satisfaction, stepped forward, and patted Tosi heavily on the shoulder.

He said, "Good! With those words from you, I can rest assured."

Afterward, Sauron turned to look at Jennifer and issued an order with a serious expression: "Are the carriages ready? Have the cooking team cook with all their might. These people have been displaced and suffered too much along the way. Now that they have finally arrived here, they must have a good meal to replenish their strength. Also, arrange for them to rest for two days, let everyone relax and recover their spirits, and then it won't be too late to embark on the journey to the Northwest."

Jennifer respectfully responded and then quickly nodded and stepped back to carry out the task Sauron had assigned.

Tosi stood in place, sighed slightly, and understood in his heart that His Highness the Crown Prince had obviously already arranged everything properly.

From providing food to preparing an empty city, to now arranging carriages, cooking, and letting the people rest, every aspect had been considered.

If he had impulsively refused just now, he would probably have fallen into an extremely passive situation.

But now that things had come to this, he could only do his best to lead these people to take root in the Northwest and start a new life, hoping that the days ahead would be smoother and that there wouldn't be so many hardships.

In the past few days, under Sauron's careful arrangements, the people gradually settled down from the fatigue and panic of the long journey.

Warm tents were neatly arranged, and the hot meals cooked by the cooking team every day allowed everyone to regain the atmosphere of life, and the laughter of children began to echo in the camp.

Looking at all of this, Tosi's heart was filled with emotion and gratitude.

On this day, he specifically sought out Sauron, stood respectfully in front of Sauron, bowed deeply, and then raised his head, his eyes full of sincerity and gratitude, and said, "Your Highness, if it weren't for your foresight and thorough arrangements, I really wouldn't have known what to do.

These people have followed me all the way, through hardships and difficulties. Without the food, shelter, and this rare opportunity to breathe that you provided, I'm afraid many of them would have been unable to hold on. I, Tosi, will remember your kindness in my heart, and on behalf of these twenty thousand people, I extend to you our most sincere gratitude."

Sauron smiled and waved his hand, saying, "Tosi, you don't have to be so polite. These people are all subjects of the empire, and protecting them is our duty. Now that the empire is in a time of turmoil, we can only overcome the difficulties together by working together.

You have also done a great service by stepping forward in difficult times and leading these people here. Although the road ahead to the Northwest is still difficult, I believe you have the ability to lead them to start a new life."

Tosi nodded heavily and said, "Your Highness, rest assured, I will do my best. It's just that the Northwest is a place with scarce resources and is often harassed by beastmen. Although I have the determination, I am also afraid that my strength will not be enough. I wonder if Your Highness has any suggestions or instructions on this?"

Sauron frowned slightly and said after thinking for a moment, "The empty city I am giving you still needs to be expanded to prepare for future population resettlement. I will arrange for a group of craftsmen to go with you to help you build city walls and fortresses.

In addition, regarding land reclamation and agricultural development, I will also have relevant agricultural officials provide you with some crop seeds and planting techniques suitable for planting in barren land, so as to increase food production as much as possible."

Tosi listened carefully, nodding from time to time, and the plans for the future gradually became clear in his mind.

He bowed to Sauron again and said, "Thank you for your guidance and support, Your Highness. I will definitely implement these plans one by one and live up to Your Highness's expectations."

Sauron smiled and patted Tosi on the shoulder, saying, "Go ahead, and lead the people on their journey after you are ready.

If you have any difficulties, send someone back to inform me at any time. The empire will be your strong backing."

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