Chapter 10: Shelter and Salvation
Vaerik stood on a slightly elevated hillside, overlooking this desolate land.
This location was his chosen initial settlement for the Crimson Tide Domain, the future central town.
This spot was close to geothermal vents, meaning higher temperatures, preventing people from freezing to death at night.
The hillside blocked the biting cold wind, providing a bit of shelter for the residents who had just settled.
"Lord, shall we begin building the castle?" asked Mike, standing beside him.
Mike was the most experienced craftsman among those Vaerik had acquired from Duke Edmund.
Vaerik appointed him as the architectural officer of the Crimson Tide Domain.
"The castle isn't urgent," Vaerik shook his head. "Let's build the residential area first."
"Where will you live then?"
"I'll live with everyone else for now."
"You want to live with us?" The old craftsman was stunned.