Farming with Entries: From Lord to Emperor

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The rolling machine emits a steady "ka ka" sound, like a tireless giant beast constantly roaring.

The blacksmiths and apprentices take turns in the field, experiencing the magic of the rolling machine firsthand.

The operation of the rolling machine is not complicated, but to blacksmiths accustomed to wielding hammers, it still feels somewhat unfamiliar.

Luo De stands on the side, patiently explaining the key points, not only teaching Bard and other veteran blacksmiths but also the apprentices.

Everyone understands that the rolling machine is even more important than the forging hammer, as it will become the lifeblood of the Blacksmith Shop in the future.

Armor plates and shields can be quickly crafted using it.

Knowing how to use the rolling machine is not enough, Bard still needs to instruct these newbies on the required thickness of the iron plates.

Of course, that's a conversation for later.

Luo De won't waste time here. His gaze turns to Bard and Hammer.

"You two, come over."

His voice is calm, as he walks into the inner room of the Blacksmith Shop where the finished products are stored.

Bard and Hammer exchange a glance and quickly step forward.

Before Luo De could speak, Bard suddenly takes a step forward and lowers his head,

"Lord, I... I was overthinking earlier, my apologies!"

Bard quickly bows in salute, looking apologetic,

"It's all my fault, I misunderstood you, please don't punish Hammer."

Hammer is currently the manager of the Blacksmith Shop, Luo De usually consults him on everything, and naturally asks Hammer when something goes wrong.

Luo De pauses for a moment, then shakes his head, a slight smile appearing at the corner of his mouth.

"Wondering about useless things?"

His tone is relaxed, with a hint of teasing, "It's unrelated, don't always scare yourself."

Bard breathes a sigh of relief, scratching his head with a hint of embarrassment.

Hammer stands beside him and chuckles softly, reaching out to pat his partner in comfort.

Luo De pays no more attention to Bard's awkwardness, waving to Vivian beside him.

"Bring the item over."

Vivian casually hands over a wooden box, which, upon opening, reveals a stack of blueprints.

"Take a look at this,"

He hands the blueprints to Hammer and asks, "Can you tell what this is?"

Hammer takes the blueprints, squinting his eyes to examine carefully,

Bard cautiously leans over, frowning and muttering unconsciously, "Hand armor? Doesn't seem like it..."

He pauses, lifts his head, and tentatively asks, "Is this... a fake hand?"

"Seems like it... it's two types of fake hands."

Hammer looks at Luo De with a face full of confusion, then suddenly reacts.

"Is this prepared for Lord Knight Durant?"

Luo De nods, "Yes, do you have his body measurements?"

Hammer nods, "Yes, Lord, they were measured early on."

"That's good."

Luo De looks earnestly at Hammer and Bard,

"You two are the blacksmiths I trust the most, the ones who followed me from the start. I want you both to complete this in secrecy."

Luo De asks, "Can you make it?"

Hammer doesn't speak, just stares at the blueprints with his brows furrowed like rope.

Bard's expression isn't much better, as both are seriously examining.

This is the nature of craftsmen, who think first about how to complete the task rather than hurriedly pleasing the Lord.

After a while, after Hammer has carefully reviewed all the blueprints, he looks at Bard.

The two exchange glances, then Bard leads by nodding.

Hammer turns his head to look at Luo De,

"No problem, Lord, we will complete it for you!"

"Very good, after this task is done, there will be a special reward."

Luo De nods satisfactorily, then instructs,

"But keep it confidential, even if others see it, don't disclose it."

"Yes, Lord."

Hammer and Bard assure in unison.

"Good, then you two continue to familiarize yourselves with the rolling machine."

Luo De instructs, then leaves the Blacksmith Shop.

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Midday sunlight was just right.

On the empty grounds of the mansion in Frost Leaf Town.

"Great, you can now successfully summon the earth spikes."

Luo De smiles while caressing Fernie's head.

Just that the distance is somewhat close, at most thirty-six meters.

"Now you can try summoning two earth spikes at once," Luo De says.

"Mm-hmm!"

Fernie nods vigorously, looking forward,

"Where should I place them then?"

Fernie tilts her head, her round eyes puzzledly staring at Luo De,

"On the left? Right? Front? Or behind the first earth spike?"

Luo De looks down at Fernie's naive face, the corner of his mouth twitching unconsciously.

But upon thinking carefully, the little girl's question... isn't too absurd.

Better not shoot two earth spikes onto one stone?

Seems he overlooked it.

Luo De gestures to the guard beside him, having them move two stones in front.

"See those two stones?"

Luo De points at stones twenty meters ahead.

Fernie quickly nods.

"Today's task is simple, summon two earth spikes to accurately hit those two stones."

"Okay!"

Fernie responds swiftly and starts concentrating on the stones.

Summoning two earth spikes to hit two targets, the difficulty is at least doubled.

The little girl tried her hardest, her face turning red, yet only managing to summon one earth spike.

"Don't rush, take your time."

Luo De's tone softens with some comfort.

"Initially, there's a bit of awkwardness, failing several times is no big deal."

Fernie nods lightly with an "Mm" in response.

Then she takes a deep breath, closes her eyes, and begins to mobilize the energy within her body.

She sweats from her forehead, her hands trembling slightly, as if wrestling with some invisible force.

Luo De stands by, arms folded, quietly observing.

Luo De carefully senses the changes in energy within Fernie's body.