While enjoying a sumptuous lunch at Longtable Hall, Danyla ordered a batch of fruit saplings and livestock from Earl Merryweather. Longtable Hall had fine varieties of fruit trees and quality livestock, which would greatly enrich the varieties on Holy Flame Island.
Besides, Danyla would soon move against the Stepstones, and developing those barren islands would require a great many saplings.
"The fruit of the Reach certainly lives up to its reputation. This land truly deserves to be called blessed by Garth Greenhand. Lord Merryweather, Holy Flame Island is barren and remote, and we need a great many saplings. Sorry for the trouble, but please have your people send more over. I'll take as many as you can supply, and I'll be sure to give you a good price."
Danyla never let her royal status make her too embarrassed to discuss money. She understood perfectly well that the economic base determined the superstructure.
"Holy Flame Island also has plenty of fine goods, and I'll offer you favorable prices as well, my lord. Of course, any houses on friendly terms with you are welcome to come along."
Earl Merryweather had been hoping to build a friendship with Danyla, so he readily agreed.
"Rest assured, Your Highness. Leave it to me! I guarantee that fruit trees from the Reach will cover Holy Flame Island before the year is out."
Garth Greenhand, also known as Garth Greenhair or Green Garth, was a legendary king of the First Men and was believed to be the ancestor of many houses in the Reach. His eldest son, Garth Gardener, founded House Gardener and became the first King of the Reach. Legend held that he wore a crown of flowers and vines and made the land flourish.
According to legend, Garth Greenhand was a high king who led