Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 1331

When asked about the ongoing project to build the river channel and the foundation dam, Edwin took out the blueprints and explained everything in detail.

"The project has become quite large. It had been planned for years, but with the war depleting the treasury back then, we couldn't move forward. All we could do was clear the river silt every year. "However, since the end of last year, we've begun constructing a reservoir at Gatekeeper Creek and started diverting the river. The river channels around the capital are also being reinforced, and the silt is being cleared. We expect most of it to be completed by the end of this year."

Impressed by the scale of the project, Carissa asked, "So, what kind of workers are used for building the reservoir, setting up the foundation dams, and clearing the river channels?"

Edwin thought she was concerned about the treasury's funds being drained for the war, so he reassured her, "Part of the workforce is made up of conscripts, and the rest are hired laborers.

"Altogether, there are around 20,000 workers, and their daily provisions are not cheap. To save on costs, the wages for the laborers have been reduced. Fortunately, more than 10,000 are conscripted laborers, so we only need to provide food and not wages."

Carissa nodded. "And which official is in charge of the riverworks project?"

"Cameron Judd. He works with the Waterworks Department," Edwin answered. "Where is he from?"

"He's from Valken. He has been with the Ministry of Infrastructure for seven years, and was promoted to the head of the ministry's Waterworks Department two years ago," Edwin explained. "He's a man of action, is decisive, and has nearly single-handedly managed the riverworks project. His Majesty has even praised him for his efficiency."

he remembered that Cameron was from Valken-a

with Cameron. Though there hadn't been much large-scale construction in recent years, the same group

Cameron wanted to make a move, it wouldn't be hard for him. However, he had always been diligent in his work,

Edwin said, "Commander Sinclair, I don't

mustn't alarm anyone, least of all Mr. Judd. If anyone asks about my visit today, tell them I came to discuss expanding and renovating the Capital Guard headquarters and to work on a

follow your lead," said

have someone come and give me an estimate.

everything, Commander Sinclair." With that, he stepped outside to send for Luther

about 15 minutes for Carissa to form a rough idea of the renovations in her mind. By the time Luther arrived, she had already outlined her requirements. She asked him to prepare the

the smallest of matters. After Carissa left, Edwin turned to Luther and urged him to hurry with

stayed at the Ministry of Infrastructure, directing the staff to begin drawing up the

his own. When he heard that Luther was still there, he sent someone to order a few dishes, intending to share a meal

friend. Once my business is done, I'll be sure to return

in return. "What's keeping you here