Fu Zhang sensed the strange energy slowly recovering.
Very soon, it had recovered by more than half.
He released his spiritual power, instantly enveloping the entire city.
It was clear that the city was managed fairly well. Although every civilian wore fear and worry on their face, at least everyone had food to eat.
And this banquet—
The officials had not been overly extravagant either.
Only simple home-style dishes were served.
Prefect Chen governed well. He was a good official.
With him holding the reins above, no matter how many thoughts those below had, they did not dare reveal them.
Moreover, the city's civilians and soldiers could see things clearly.
If anyone wanted to force Prefect Chen to step down and yield his position, these civilians and soldiers would likely be the first to refuse.
"I'll deal with the monsters nearby."
After taking the map, Fu Zhang left at once.
Meanwhile—
On the other side, Fu Zeyu followed the outbound team out of the city the next day.
They needed to cross the moat and head to the farming area outside to work the land.
Even if every empty space within the city were reclaimed for cultivation, it would still be impossible to feed the entire city.
Not to mention that they also had to raise livestock such as chickens, ducks, geese, pigs, cattle, and sheep, which required setting aside another area.
Therefore, farmland had to be reclaimed outside the city.
But outside, there were not only wild beasts—there were now man-eating monsters as well.
When the outbound team set out, several squads of soldiers accompanied them. They did not take part in the farming, instead standing guard nearby.
After everyone disembarked from the boats, their faces were solemn and heavy.
They carried hoes, sickles, and other tools, which could