Chapter 37

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Chapter 37: Hillenbrand Town, I’ve Decided on You!

Vera Plain easily met fertile soil conditions, abundant water, and a pleasant climate.

If one wanted to develop agriculture and animal husbandry, choosing this place would definitely be the best option.

But Lolth was still somewhat cautious.

There was no need for anything else… because this place was truly abundant!

The vast and endless confluence plain of the wide river was almost completely flat.

This place was practically like a smooth path after passing Dragonspine Mountain and Moon Rising Mountains. If not for this, the Demon Army would not have been able to conquer such a large piece of land shortly after breaching the western front.

While this place was indeed a great food warehouse and a strategic resource reserve as a “rear area,” as a battlefield…

Unless it was a minor skirmish between human kingdoms, where knights, mages, mercenaries, etc., arranged themselves civilized to fight, battles were usually large-scale.

Such battles could easily turn into a meat grinder-like scenario.

Despite being confident in the fighting capacity of the Demon Army, Lolth still felt that it was always good to be cautious!

According to information from the little devil messenger, remnants of the Holy Alliance on Vera Plain still hadn’t had the chance to retreat and were engaging in guerrilla warfare.

Although for the entire Demon Army, those small, defiant forces posed no real threat, Lolth’s Traveler knowledge reserves made her very clear…

This enemy rear base could potentially become troublesome!

And in case one of those legends didn’t escape but quietly sneaked into the caves of Dragonspine Mountain or the forests of Moon Rising Mountains, then suddenly led a surprise attack on Vera Plain, targeting her territory…

Although her current combat power wasn’t strong, the chances of something going wrong were probably low.

However, if her belongings were smashed, stolen, or burned, she would really have nothing left to cry about.

Not to mention the ecological chambers built with funds she had lied for over many years and the Space Magic Arrays she had personally carved— even those seemingly worthless animals and plants were her invaluable wealth.

These high-quality crops and livestock had been carefully nurtured by her.

Those improved farm tools and cooking utensils were also very troublesome to make—the molds for those gadgets were all handcrafted by Lolth and given to the forgers at the Demon King Castle.

Being able to choose a location that minimized the risk of attack during the selection phase, Lolth thought this was crucial.

First, stay away from the new Western Front to avoid being affected by the war.

Then, avoid Dragonspine Mountain, Moon Rising Mountains, and several large cities to prevent being targeted by the remaining soldiers of the Holy Alliance for attacks and harassment.

Finally, find a place on the Vera Plain that meets these conditions…

“Oh, Hillenbrand Town…”

Lolth’s finger pointed at a small village mark on the map.

Located at the border of two human kingdoms, it was a small town with a population of less than three hundred people. Near a small tributary of the Larech River, positioned slightly northeast, it was closer to Dragonspine Mountain but also considered near the Demon King Castle.

Most importantly, there were no other human settlements within a radius of a hundred miles, nor did it produce any special goods. This meant the place had almost no strategic value.

If I choose this place as the new territory of the Interrogation Department, the only area that needs to be managed in the entire territory will be this small town with less than three hundred people. The rest of the vast land is all waiting to be developed!

It perfectly fits Lolth’s expectations.

“Let’s settle here, with Hillenbrand Town as the center… The surrounding land, all the way to the tributary of the Larech River, will be considered my domain. How does that sound?” Lolth asked tentatively.

The little devil messenger was quite surprised when she heard Lolth’s choice.

“Oh my… Master Lolthlinda, it’s fine if you want to, but I must remind you,” the little devil paused, then continued, “this place is quite barren, and there aren’t many people in the territory… Seventy percent of the various incomes, including taxes, within the domain will belong to you!”

“No problem,” Lolth nodded. “I have my reasons for choosing this.”

To prevent the cunning Little Devil from realizing that she just wanted to live a quiet retirement life in a remote and peaceful place, and from reporting to the Demon King to deduct her funds, she acted mysterious.

The Little Devil seemed genuinely intimidated by Lolth, nodding thoughtfully.

“I understand, Master Lolthlinda… So, after cleaning up the battlefield and almost finishing off the enemy forces, you can move the Interrogation Department to Hillenbrand Town.”

“However, it seems that other than Master Lolth and Kululu, there is no one left in the Interrogation Department and Detention Department… Oh, except for the Elf Princess who has already been completely tamed,” the Little Devil said, pointing to herself. “So, does Master Lolth need help with moving? I can contact troll and Lemure transport teams, offering fair prices!”

Lolth’s mouth twitched before she shook her head.

“No, it’s fine… I have a plan.”

After all, most of the torture tower had Space Magic Arrays, and even in places without them… A legendary Grand Knight could fight a fifty-meter-long Red Dragon after transforming, like Shelldor, so she could use her as a strong asset without worries.

Since the Princess had already surrendered, there was no need to waste her.

It would surely be an easy task for her to handle.

It’s much better to ask her than to do strange things herself. This is called making the most of things.

The Little Devil nodded when she heard this.

“Alright, I will go back and report to the Demon King! It should take around three to five days to complete the relocation!”

After bowing to Lolth again, she waved her little bat wings, holding the map Lolth had marked, and flew toward the kitchen door.

Lolth also nodded and continued kneading the dough.

“Territory… is really nice!”

Thinking of this, she couldn’t help but smile a little. Being able to leave the Demon King Castle, where the air smelled of sulfur and the sun couldn’t be seen at all, was the best!

Indeed, living a relaxed life was more suited to countryside living!

Thinking about it, I should actually thank Isabella for accidentally coming across Shelldor — even though it made the Demon Army pay more attention to me, which is not too bad for now.

Perfect timing. I will need her help with moving in a few days. Adding an extra chicken leg to the roast bread and meat soup meal I prepared for her tonight would be a nice touch!

Translator: Volume 3 (Chapters 101-150) has been translated (https://amzn.to/4dw7Gmg)