Just then, Victor's administrative secretary came to report.
"Lord Marquis! Good news!
The Railway General Bureau reported that the first special train has departed. It's expected to reach the Blue Lake Bay Region before this evening!"
Victor nodded, pleased with the efficiency of the Government Affairs Office and the railway. Once the first trainload of fuel reached the Blue Lake Bay Region, the fuel shortage there would be resolved.
One train could not carry enough fuel to meet the region's needs for even a day, but it showed that supplies could now be delivered to Blue Lake Bay without interruption.
Marvin could release the fuel stockpiled in the fortress, provide for the residents, and put their minds at ease.
As the secretary was about to leave, Victor stopped him. "Tell the Railway General Bureau they did an excellent job reopening the line so quickly, but they must keep operations safe. There must not be any accidents!
And tell County Governor Powell that I intend to commend every department involved in this emergency effort. Have the Government Affairs Office draw up a plan as soon as possible!"
"Yes, Lord Marquis!"
The first train packed with fuel arrived at Blue Lake Bay Station. With the help of the garrison, the residents waiting there began unloading it. Combined with the fuel the garrison had brought out of the fortress reserves, it was enough for everyone to spend a warm, comfortable night.
The residents were overjoyed. Smiles returned to their faces as they threw themselves into unloading the supplies.
Watching the bustle around him, Marvin finally breathed a sigh of relief. "That should resolve the Blue Lake Bay Region's crisis. As long as the railway stays open and the fuel keeps coming, no one should freeze or starve to death!
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