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Chapter 32 Waterproofing and Drainage

Looking at the short section of the city wall, Roland quickly realized the problem.

Because of the erosion of the rain, the soil will be slowly taken away, causing the soldiers on the city wall to sink.Immediately, a senior carpenter was recruited to discuss this issue.

"My lord, I'm not a potter for this problem, and I don't have a good solution." The senior carpenter frowned, and then he opened his mouth to test: "How about, my lord, let's use the structure on it to inlay a layer. board."

Although this statement does not solve the solution to soil erosion, it also solves the problem of subsidence to a certain extent.Roland thought that plants could prevent soil erosion to a certain extent.

"We can spread the dug grass on top of it, and it should play a certain role."

Regarding Roland's words, although the carpenter was a little surprised by the whimsy of the adults.But he replied honestly: "I don't know about that, my lord, but I think we can build wooden roofs"

Hearing this answer, Roland's eyes lit up, and his heart was indeed a professional.

"Well, okay, that's it. The soil needs to be compacted layer by layer. At the same time, grass must be laid on top of it. Finally, a roof must be added. Although this cannot completely prevent water seepage, it can also isolate most of it."

Hearing the water seepage, the carpenter immediately thought of the seam treatment of the ship, "My lord, in fact, we can inject a mixture of tung oil and hemp fiber into the seams of the planks."

This was the first time Roland heard of this practice, and he was a little puzzled.Then he asked, "Oh, is there any basis for such an approach?"

The carpenter replied honestly: "Sir, this is actually used to deal with the gaps in the wooden boat, but we use this kind of wood that has not been dried in the shade, and the wood itself may not last long."

Hearing that the wood wouldn't last long, Roland didn't take it seriously, because he had no plan to establish a long-term stronghold here.And according to the agreement, I can't go to other lord's castles, so I can only build a temporary stronghold.

"Okay, I got it, I will do as you said." After finishing speaking, he added: "I am just providing ideas, and you are responsible for the specific construction. You don't have to worry about it, just say what you need."

Roland is still self-aware and doesn't mean to guide.

Following Roland's words, the carpenter had to go back and modify the structure of the wood to facilitate future construction.

The rainwater problem was probably solved, but it hadn't been tested. Roland wasn't sure how effective it would be, but he thought about the problem of stagnant water.

There is no way to solve this problem. It takes another three years to make slopes, drain water, and then repair it.It's too simple and that's all there is to it.Maybe it won't take a year for me to dare to walk away from the troll.

Many large trees are needed. Fortunately, in this era, the primitive resources are developed, and most of the trees are thick and tall, but it is quite laborious to cut them down.

Fortunately, tree felling can be carried out with only an ax in hand, and it is not the rainy season. God favors me, and the construction speed has been greatly increased.With the increase of projects, the problem of manpower has become more and more serious. With the increase of manpower, the demand for iron nails and axes will also increase, and wear and tear has become an urgent problem to be solved.

Yes, the recruitment of blacksmiths has to be arranged, and the workshop may have to be established first.After all, the recruitment of manpower is so expensive, and the construction workshop is equivalent to directly doubling.

There is no fixed size requirement for the workshop, it can be smaller or larger, but it needs to provide supporting facilities for each craftsman.Of course, it is not necessary for everyone to have a set, and it is also possible to divide and cooperate. As long as the craftsmen are guaranteed to use the equipment in the workshop, there will be a work speed bonus.

During the construction period, of course, the trolls also discovered this wooden castle. After several trials, and after several trolls were killed by the imperial guards' shooters, they did not dare to take the lead anymore. Instead, they slunk around in the jungle. observe.

Roland can find several trolls every day, and he also figured out the alarm on the map. It is a kind of intuition similar to danger, and at the same time, he can discern the direction.

Roland has a deeper understanding of trolls. They are not stronger than orcs, but they are still much stronger than ordinary humans. Their advantage lies in the jungle, because Roland has never seen them leave the forest, and they only conduct sneak attacks when humans are logging. .

What makes Roland feel strange is that these trolls don't seem to be as powerful as the information said, and they seem to be a little old.

Maybe, I think too much.

The camouflage they were proud of didn't work in front of humans. They found that they had no advantage in facing humans without armor and shields.This also allows them to go from close-up spying to long-distance surveillance.

Of course, this may also have something to do with their team of only a dozen people, maybe just a hunting team.

Roland knew that the trolls would soon launch an attack to neutralize this threat.

A piece of good news came, and Andal contacted Beam, an iron ore supplier.

this day.

"Welcome, Mr. Beam." Roland was very happy to see Beam arriving with several cavalry.

"I've heard of you, Mr. Rowland, are you planning to deal with the poor trolls here?"

The businessman Beam is obviously not optimistic. Their move against the trolls, as he said, has no benefits.As for the trees you mentioned, where is there such a thing?It just needs human hands to cut it down.

"I heard that you are the largest iron ore supplier in the north. How is your business doing recently?"

Faced with Roland's compliment, this Beam was obviously very pleased. He narrowed his eyes slightly, and his eyes disappeared. "It's an exaggeration to say that, but in Earl Kearney's land, I count as this." After speaking, he gave a thumbs up.

"As for business, it's okay. I just sent some iron ore to Viscount Whitnet and his vassals, just to make ends meet."

"If you are barely making ends meet, then I can only be considered eating dirt. I wonder if there is any iron ore left this time?"

Faced with Beam's businessman-like humility, Roland was obviously hurt.

"Iron ore is not very easy to transport. If no one wants it, it will be too bad if you bring a lot of iron ore, just to be eaten by people along the way. If you need it, next time I come, you can Bring it to you,"

Although Beam's iron ore had been sold out, Roland was not very disappointed, after all, he had expected it. "Okay, then please help me bring 2000 pounds next time. In terms of price?"

For orders, Beam has always been open to comers, who made him a businessman. "2000 pounds, yes, as for the price, it's the same as Viscount Whitnet's, 65 copper a pound."

Roland has no doubts about this price.

He thought that this businessman named Beam knew that he could build a city in Viscount Whitnet's territory.

With his relationship with Viscount Whitney, he probably wouldn't deceive himself on this point.

Although it's just a relationship being used. . .

(End of this chapter)