-Arkan Lawrence-
A month had passed since I last had the luxury of sitting still and thinking about this territory's future. To be honest, there was no time for idleness. The trade routes leading to Lawrence were far from perfect—too many variables could hinder economic growth, from underdeveloped infrastructure to pirate-infested waters making maritime trade risky.
Fortunately, I had Bastian, a merchant whose negotiation skills had opened many doors. Through his connections, I secured trading partners from various regions, allowing previously rare goods to flow into Lawrence.
Spices from the south, high-quality timber from the north, and even rare metal ores that would prove invaluable for my industrial projects.
Today, I sat in the castle's conference room, accompanied by several prospective investors eager to do business in my territory.