I Become a Landlady in the Game World

Since trust was out of the question, it would naturally be best to cut it off at the source.

Viscount Robin paused as he listened to Hudson's words.

If it had been before Zhong Yongnian's arrival, upon hearing such advice from Hudson, he might have driven them all out and settled it once and for all.

But after Zhong Yongnian had brought him benefits, he was no longer in a hurry.

"There are still a few days before the Territory War. Just drive them out before the Territory War, and they won't be able to cause any trouble afterward," Viscount Robin stated directly.

Upon hearing this, Hudson couldn't help but be stunned.

Such a reaction from Viscount Robin was really too different from his usual demeanor, who would not have had this patience on normal days.

Hudson felt that something must have happened.

So should he ask?

Hudson was a bit conflicted.

In the end, Hudson still gave up. The more one talks, the more mistakes one makes. His lord was not someone with a lot of patience.

Thinking this, Hudson continued, "Then I'll pay more attention to their purpose in coming to Barnes Village."

"Mm," Viscount Robin uttered briefly, then changed the subject, "What did they say at Qinghe Village?"

"They are willing to send people to infiltrate Hope Village as undercover agents, but they hope that you, Lord Viscount, could send some professionals to help them during this Territory War," Hudson quickly said.

"Is Qinghe Village's situation really that bad?" Viscount Robin frowned slightly, showing a bit of dissatisfaction. His ideal partners were villages like Glasgow Village and Djibouti Village.

But since those two territories had avoided involvement, he could only settle for the next best option.

Previously, in this region, these two territories were relatively low-profile, so their choice was within his acceptance.

But because the standards had risen, he was really not satisfied with Qinghe Village.

"The professionals inside Qinghe Village are quite skilled, but their numbers are somewhat low now. More than half of the residents in the territory have fled," Hudson thought of his own experience of being robbed within Qinghe Village and felt speechless. A territory without even the most basic order, how could it develop? "Those who fled ran to Hope Village, so the Lord of Qinghe Village holds a deep grudge against Hope Village, controlling the remaining residents."

"Don't the remaining residents want to go to Hope Village?" Viscount Robin raised an eyebrow.

"Most of the ones who stayed are quite fierce. A peaceful environment like Hope Village isn't suitable for them. They are unwilling to leave Qinghe Village," Hudson replied after phrasing his words carefully.

Viscount Robin also understood the implications in Hudson's words, his mind slightly stirred, "Then do you think, those who stayed, could they become people of our territory..."

Hudson responded directly, "They would be willing. Qinghe Village is still only a Level 2 village! Moreover, their infrastructure is quite poor compared to our Barnes Village."

"In that case, what's there to talk about with the Lord of Qinghe Village? Just talk directly with those residents. Let them come to our Barnes Village. I will waive their fees for joining Barnes Village, and for professionals above Level 15, I am willing to directly hire them as soldiers to enjoy the benefits of our territory. For those below Level 15, I can provide a subsidy for the first three months in Barnes Village," Viscount Robin stated directly.

In this way, the lost population of Barnes Village would be immediately replenished, and even with higher-quality professionals.

Come to think of it, such a maneuver was a basic operation in each region. When a territory's population dwindled, it would seek compatibility downward.

The reason he hadn't thought of it earlier was because Qinghe Village was a new territory, just like Hope Village, whose presence was too overpowering, making one neglect the existence of these new territories.

Now, when needed, it emerged before him; if not act on it, then on what?

Especially when the other party had exposed their weak points.

Hudson was also instantly persuaded.

Those accustomed to looting might still be contained in Barnes Village, their home ground. Moreover, these professionals, ingrained with ruthless methods, would be useful on the battlefield and against Demon Beasts.

With that thought, Hudson smiled, "Lord Viscount's plan is excellent!"

"I'll leave this matter to you," Viscount Robin smiled with satisfaction.

"Mm, I'll handle it well," Hudson smiled as well.

The more tasks Lord Viscount entrusted to him, the more it demonstrated his trust in him, and the more opportunities he would have to upgrade.