Pioneer Lord: Starting From Daily Intelligence

Chapter 560: Chapter 22: Financial Review · Meeting Adjourned

These Manor Lords often possess substantial financial strength and a strong spirit of enterprise. They would invest personally to purchase a large amount of slave labor, transforming desolate, primitive lands into vibrant estates. From cultivating farmland to constructing houses, from digging wells to leveling roads, the Manor Lords, through their efforts, turn barren lands into prosperous strongholds. This development model not only accelerated the territorial expansion of Hesse Territory but also brought continuous tax revenue and labor resources to the land.

If relying solely on Su Li’s efforts, it would be difficult to drive the development of Hesse Town, let alone establish new strongholds in remote villages and countryside. Issues such as capital shortages and a lack of human resources would severely limit the pace of territorial expansion. Nowadays, by introducing this group of enterprising Manor Lords, Hesse Territory was able to establish new strongholds in a dozen wilderness areas in a short time. These strongholds not only have vast farmlands but also are equipped with comprehensive infrastructure, becoming rising stars on the map of Hesse Territory.

The greatest advantage of this development model is the optimal allocation of resources. The Manor Lords, by virtue of their financial strength and management capabilities, took up the heavy responsibility of developing wasteland, while the government of Hesse Territory, by collecting land transfer fees and supporting infrastructure costs, gained stable fiscal income. Both parties catered to their needs, jointly promoting the prosperity and development of the territory.

It can be said that it was precisely the active participation and investment of these Manor Lords that enabled Hesse Territory to achieve rapid development in a short period, with rapid growth in finances and tax revenues, not weaker than many Baron’s Territories within the Empire. This is also the greatest charm of the Pioneer Lord; he can attract a large number of people for pioneering and common prosperity at an unparalleled pace within the Empire. The Baron’s Territories within the Empire cannot provide as much land for others.

Then Su Li asked, ”So my minister, could you summarize and report on the population and financial status of the territory?”

”No problem, my lord. Our territory now has a total population of about 7650 people. Our victory in the war against the Green Dragon significantly boosted our reputation and greatly increased the speed of population inflow.”

”Among them, the army comprises a total of 2300 people, including 2 Divine Chosen Knights, 17 Champion Knights, 810 Elite Knights, and nearly 1400 Knight Officers and veteran soldiers (including some dwarf butchers and Druids). The monthly military expenditure is 6190 Golden Crowns. The military spending forms a spindle structure, with smaller expenditures at both ends, while Elite Knights take up the majority share; the 810 Elite Knights alone account for 4200 Golden Crowns.”

”Additionally, we have 1500 dwarf artisans and technical bureaucrats, with monthly expenses accounting for about 2/3 of the military budget. Fortunately, the output from the dwarves can offset their salaries.”

”Thus, as of this month, if all investments and construction were halted, the monthly fiscal expenditure of the territory stands at about 7000 Golden Crowns. This fiscal expenditure includes the expenses for Bauhinia Palace, maintenance of various manors, as well as the operation of hospitals, and academies.”

”If there are infrastructure projects, the territory’s fiscal spending would soar to over 10,000 Golden Crowns per month. And now, even after borrowing, the remaining wealth in the Vault Area amounts to only 14622 Golden Crowns.”

With a monthly fiscal expenditure of 10,000 Golden Crowns, no wonder the war compensation from the Green Dragon of over 50,000 was quickly exhausted.

At this rate of expenditure, if Su Li cannot reverse the fiscal deficit, no amount of windfalls would suffice.

Fortunately, through today’s meeting, Su Li is very confident about the territory’s output.

Just from the three specialty agricultural products, the monthly revenue is around 3000 Golden Crowns.

If stabilized by next year, industrial output and mining revenue will also exceed 5000 per month.

Oliver’s various investments this year will also gradually yield returns next year.

This means that as long as Hesse Territory steadies itself, it will soon reverse its deficit, and perhaps even have a small accumulation to launch a few wars.

So Su Li enthusiastically concluded: ”My loyal ministers, as you can see, while the territory currently faces some pressure, it also teems with vitality, promising a bright future with all things thriving. On this land, our farmlands are thriving, our mines are continuously pouring out wealth, and our workshops are tirelessly forging fine equipment. All these tell us that the future of Hesse Territory will undoubtedly be more glorious!”

”I firmly believe that each and every one of you present here is the most precious wealth of Hesse Territory! As long as we unite our efforts and forge ahead, I am confident that, by next year! In the near future, we will witness with our own eyes the transformation of Hesse Territory into a true paradise! A great territory of prosperity and abundance!”

As soon as he finished speaking, the hall erupted in deafening cheers, which was also the important significance of this meeting, to inspire people and make everyone more determined.

Finally, Su Li waved his hand and said, ”Let everyone be invigorated and fully devoted to the development of the territory. If there is nothing else, let’s prepare for the most important Spring Brings Life to All Things ceremony!”

Just as everyone was preparing to stand, Oerstein raised his arm and said, ”My lord, I have one more rather important matter here.”

The Military Commander indeed didn’t speak much during this meeting, and with his robust voice, he attracted the attention of everyone.

Su Li also raised an eyebrow and asked, ”My Marshal, are we facing the pressure of war again?”

Oerstein nodded and said, ”Indeed, there might be a war again, but everyone can rest assured!”

Before others’ mood could turn solemn, he said with a smile, ”This time the war is not at all brutal; on the contrary, it will be a great opportunity for our territory, bringing a large influx of population and wealth, aiding in the take-off of our territory.”