Chapter 47:Direwolf Attack
The air was crisp in the early morning, the sun peeking through the trees that bordered the construction site near the backyard walls of Apus City. The once-quiet forest was now bustling with activity as labourers worked tirelessly to raise a formidable wall, a bulwark against potential threats.
The wall was constructed from massive granite blocks, each weighing several hundred pounds, painstakingly transported from the nearby quarries. Timber scaffolding framed the structure, providing stability as workers climbed to affix the stones. They used a mixture of lime, sand, and water to create mortar, expertly slathering it between each block, ensuring they would endure the test of time.
Surprisingly, mortar and cement had already been quite prevalent in use.Except for firearms, a quite number of things had already been in process.Except for lack of culture, and modern entertainment the age was quite good compared to western history.
Roland already planned to open the entertainment industry after things were set.
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Soon, The rhythmic sound of chiselling echoed as skilled artisans carved decorative motifs into some stones, an effort to marry practicality with beauty.
Wagons laden with raw materials moved steadily in and out of the site, pulled by sturdy draft horses. Teams of labourers, clad in leather tunics and sturdy boots, communicated in gruff voices, coordinating their efforts as they manoeuvred the stones into place.
Sweat glistened on their brows, evidence of their labour under the watchful eye of overseers who barked orders and ensured safety protocols were followed.
At the centre of this activity walked Hilda, a young woman with sharp green eyes with a cold expression.
She was accompanied by Nil, her elder brother, who had been assigned by their father to oversee the construction. Flanking them were Captain Oren of the 1st Corps and Kara of the 3rd Corps, both were trained guard and were Beginner Master Knight of Rank 2
As they walked along the perimeter of the construction site, Hilda turned to Nil. "Do you think the wall will be strong enough to withstand an attack in times of war?"