Once the wind and snow had eased a little, Derek mounted his horse and began inspecting his territory.
Adrian had done an excellent job. He was an outstanding executor.
Wooden stakes used as markers could be seen throughout the new city, and the future city would also be built within the boundaries marked by them.
The completed city would surely become a dazzling jewel of this era.
Because of the snowfall, nearly all the commoners remained inside their homes.
Hooves made soft crunching sounds as they stepped on the fluffy snow. A few bolder people peeked through the cracks in their doors at the passing noble lords.
After making a round, Derek had gained an understanding of the city as it stood.
"I still need a Tax Officer. Second Uncle can come and give it a try, if he is willing." Derek dismounted after making his round and said this.
Adrian hesitated somewhat. He knew exactly what his father was like, and he also knew Derek's temperament.
The two got along well, but that was with a certain amount of distance between them. If they were brought together... it might instead cause trouble.
Derek took two steps and noticed that Adrian had not followed. Turning back, he saw his hesitation.
"What? Do you think your father is not up to the job?
Cousin Adrian, do not underestimate your father."
Derek naturally knew what his Second Uncle was like. Over the years, he had skimmed quite a lot from the family territory. Such a sizable fortune could not have been accumulated so easily.
But Derek truly needed a Tax Officer familiar with how things worked, and his Second Uncle clearly understood the ropes. After all, his position as sheriff also doubled as Tax Officer.
He did not need to be particularly