Chapter 843: Volume 26: Gathering Momentum, - 7: What is Happiness?
The arrival of the dwarfs piqued Komer’s interest. Their arrival might not have any special effects in a short period, but as the canal waterway between Izmir and Santiago became connected, the economies of both places would welcome a period of rapid growth. The abundant clay resources along the Lakeside of Niall could also provide a place for the dwarfs to employ their skills. Pottery had always been a proud skill of the dwarfs. With quality clay, these clays could be transformed into exquisite artworks in the hands of the dwarfs. It was only in talking to Carreila that Komer had just become aware of this situation.
"Lord, the number of dwarfs in Santiago is likely between five hundred to eight hundred, most of them from Shimaina, and some from Severo. However, their mood is not good right now, and many are inclined to leave Santiago. If we cannot give them some hope, the majority will leave soon," Maha Gummi reported in detail.
"Hmm, I understand. I will entrust this matter to Puber," Komer nodded, "How is the situation with the Barbarians? Any reaction from the Sanjia Tribe?"
"Nothing unusual can be seen at the moment. Garong and Galong Tribes have been relatively indifferent in their response. Dvanch and Bellamong have met many times, but they don’t have anything to negotiate with us. As for Sike from the Gapeng Tribe, I estimate that he will be seeking us out in the next few days. Although the man is not very clever, his ambition and desire are relatively small. He is aware that the prosperity of his tribe depends entirely on our support, so he is inclined to agree with your views, Sir. Nevertheless, he has to consider the attitudes of the other two families," Maha Gummi said hastily.
"Hmm, they won’t last much longer. If they keep delaying, we will take measures to make them uncomfortable, and they will realize that without the Caucasus, they will become barbarians with nothing, even worse than before. The people won’t accept that. It’s easy to go from frugality to luxury, but difficult to revert to frugality. Do they think their people will continue to obey as before? What a joke!" Komer said with a faint smile. "I hope they will be wise and not waste time."
"Yes, Lord, you make a lot of sense," Maha Gummi quickly complimented Komer, "But I don’t quite understand why you, Lord, are unwilling to cooperate with the Gisa People? It should be a quite rare opportunity."
"A quite rare opportunity? Do you think so?" Komer glanced at him and asked in return.
"Er, I believe so, Sir. The Gisa People are widely distributed across the Continent, and their wealth is said to account for a quarter of the whole continent. Moreover, the Gisa People are quite united. Although they are greatly suppressed politically, their economic influence is unmatched. If we could gain their support, not only could you obtain unimaginable economic backing, Sir, but also our intelligence network could be ten times as effective as it is now. With the Gisa People as our eyes and ears, many difficult tasks that are currently beyond our reach would be solvable," Maha Gummi said with some anticipation.