Chapter 33: Chapter 33: How to Farm Without a Wizard
The winter snow kept falling without pause.
In just a few days, a thick layer of snow had accumulated.
David stood by the study window, looking out, his brow furrowed slightly.
This year’s Frosty Winter was indeed much colder than usual, and those refugees would likely have a hard time.
But he had done all he could; the rest was up to these refugees to endure.
"It’s a pity there’s no Wizard for healing," he couldn’t help but murmur.
In this world endowed with Extraordinary Power, it was the most advanced black technology, far surpassing the technology of his previous life.
If only he could find a Wizard with healing abilities, they could replace most of a doctor’s duties.
If he could find a Wizard with a talent for plants, they’d be the best agronomist, greatly promoting agricultural development.
In addition, Wizards control various magical spells, all of which could be used to advance the world.
He had heard a saying before.
For the real world, technology is the primary productive force.
But in this Otherworld with Extraordinary Power, Wizards are the primary productive force!
Unfortunately, other than Amy and the Shadow Witch who appeared last time, there have been no other traces of Wizards found.
"Lord Duke."
"Still worried about those refugees?"
Reina’s gentle voice rang out, a strange look in her eyes.
During this period, their relationship had advanced rapidly, and Duke Frost Wolf would often talk to her about territorial affairs.
"Yes."
David nodded, "Frost Wolf Ridge needs more people for development."
Upon hearing this, Reina also sighed softly, "You’ve done enough, the rest is up to them now."
"Take a break." She said as she approached David from behind, placing her white jade fingers gently on David’s temples and massaging.
David turned around, only to catch Reina’s hand, smiling slightly, "Are you inviting me?"
"Lord Duke."
Reina’s face suddenly turned crimson.
Without waiting for her to respond, David carried her onto the table.
Indeed, he had done all he could, and the rest was to continue improving his strength to provide more protection for Frost Wolf Ridge.
And as for those Combat Mages, there was even less to say. The Extraordinary might of Wizards already surpassed the majority of firearms from his previous life.
[You’ve completed a cultivation, gaining Snow Demon Spirit +45]
[Snow Demon Spirit: Tier Two (551/1000)]
After his relentless efforts for days, the experience bar of Tier Two Snow Demon Spirit was almost full.
Once Snow Demon Spirit broke through to Tier Three, his Spiritual Power could increase significantly through Spiritual Feedback.
[Ice Element Talent: Middle (3230/10000)]
[Frost Giant Wolf Bloodline: Tier Four (9508/10000)]
Both the Frost Giant Wolf Bloodline and Ice Element Talent were steadily improving, with the former not far from reaching Tier Five.
With Reina joining now, David’s dual cultivation time was almost fully booked.
Regrettably, the proud little princess was still too conservative, so he could only stagger the dual cultivation time, clearly needing to work harder.
...
In the Silver Moon Calendar year 658.
Only five days remained in the Month of the Frosty Winter.
The continuously falling snow finally ceased, and the long-awaited sunshine once again shone upon the earth.
Seeing this, David sighed in relief.
After taking stock during this period, only twenty refugees perished in this Frosty Winter.
Most of these deceased refugees were the elderly, weak, and sick; this was the best outcome for Frost Wolf Ridge.
The next step was just to get through the Frosty Winter, and when spring arrived, these refugees would have survived this cold wave.
Originally, David thought the coming days would pass in tranquility.
But shortly after the snow stopped, the night over Frost Wolf Ridge resounded with the blare of horns.
This was the all-out assembly alert, only blown when enemies invaded and threatened Frost Wolf Ridge.
At the time, David was asleep with Reina.
Upon hearing the horn, both opened their eyes simultaneously.
Exchanging a glance, they rose quickly, with Reina swiftly helping him dress.
"I’ll check it out, wait for me to come back."
David gave a quick kiss, then hurried out of the castle, heading towards the rear mountain.
Howl—
The Snow Wolf sensed its master’s approach, lowered its head, and let out a roar.
By the time David rode the Snow Wolf to the estate’s entrance, the Gray Wolf Knight had already arrived with the Frost Wolf Knight Order.
"Young Master David, it’s a wolf pack." The Gray Wolf Knight’s expression was solemn.
The area around Frost Wolf Ridge was dense with forests, with countless Gray Wolves dwelling deep within the Black Forest.
Usually, these Gray Wolves would never approach Frost Wolf Ridge, yet this time they actively invaded.
"Then, is this the work of the Northern Nobles?" David suddenly narrowed his eyes.
Multiple territories surrounded the Black Forest, with Frost Wolf Ridge, once under the Frost Wolf Clan’s watch, being the strongest.
Cunning as the Wolf Race is, those acting purely on instinct would never consider attacking Frost Wolf Ridge as their primary target.
However, the Gray Wolf Race couldn’t have known about the decline of the Frost Wolf Clan.
Hence, there must be forces behind the scenes driving this, forcing the Gray Wolf Race to move towards Frost Wolf Ridge, just like those refugees.
"Young Master David?" The Gray Wolf Knight seemed concerned.
David snorted coldly, "Let’s go, and tame those Gray Wolves with me."
Previously, engaging in battle with the wolf pack was their only option.
With Frost Wolf Ridge’s original strength, even if they repelled the pack, it would have come at great cost.
But now, possessing the Frost Wolf Contract, a Magic-like Ability, would be the perfect opportunity to see if it could tame ordinary Gray Wolves!
...
At the refugee camp, the militia team had taken their positions.
Each held sharpened wooden spears, standing behind the wooden fence, confronting the wolf pack increasingly visible in the distance. Though visibly tense, none retreated.
"We’re so close to surviving this Frosty Winter; we can’t fall to these bastards," refugee Mark growled quietly, his resolve firm.
Hearing his words, the other militia members tightened their grips on the wooden spears.
The Knight’s Attendant maintaining order on the scene glanced approvingly at the civilian, loudly encouraging, "The Frosty Winter is ending; this is the final test."
"Survive this battle, and the gates of Frost Wolf Ridge will open for you; you will become a part of Frost Wolf Ridge!"
Upon hearing this, the refugee militia members couldn’t help but brighten their eyes.
Throughout this time, they’d already developed a sense of belonging to Frost Wolf Ridge.
They longed to stay, to become subjects of Duke Frost Wolf.
Hence, inspired by the Knight’s Attendant, these refugees held their wooden spears tight, ready to fight the wolf pack to the death.
Mark took a deep breath, glancing back over his shoulder, where his wife and children stood. For their safety and future, there was no retreat!