"Feasible."
Belder considered it for a moment before answering at once.
He actually preferred an eighty-twenty split for storage, but since his lord had already made his position clear, it was not appropriate for a subordinate to argue.
Besides, storing an extra portion of supplies meant an extra layer of security. There was nothing to lose.
"Then it's settled. I'll leave the planning of the castle's main warehouse to you. You'll also be responsible for the construction at Lake of Star Prayer. You have a lot of official business to handle, so I won't keep you."
"Yes, my lord."
He had come quickly and left just as quickly. In less than ten minutes, Belder had departed from the hall.
Just then, a guard entered the hall, dropped to one knee, and respectfully reported, "My lord, Knight Raimondo requests an audience."
"Let him in."
Velin, who had been about to leave, immediately sat back down and gave the soldier his order.
Before long, a young man dressed in brown linen entered the hall and bowed deeply, leaving Velin staring in surprise.
"Raimondo, you... why are you dressed like that?"
Raimondo looked down at his attire and immediately replied, "My lord, wealth should not be displayed. As a merchant, the first thing one must do is keep a low profile. That is the only way to avoid becoming easy prey for other forces."
"You're right." Velin covered his forehead as he answered.
As a noble, he had not yet adjusted his way of thinking, which was why he found it strange.
Raimondo then began reporting on his work.
"My lord, for this trading trip, ten carriages will haul cargo, while two carriages will carry the supplies needed by the caravan. Therefore, we can bring twelve tons of goods. I selected two tons