Chapter 53 – The Eisenwald Administrative Council
As Eisenwald flourished, Fenrir's responsibilities multiplied. The once-simple marsh village had grown into a bustling small town, streets crowded with merchants, and agricultural activity running smoothly. Yet, such progress demanded more professional management.
Fenrir sat in the castle hall, reviewing a list of prospective administrators gathered by his advisors. These were not ordinary bureaucrats. Among them were former merchants who mastered regional trade, scholars versed in law and taxation, and mining experts capable of enhancing ore output and utilizing it for military purposes.
"This council will be our right hand," Fenrir said, his voice firm yet confident. "Every major decision should go through them, but execution remains under my supervision."
The candidates nodded. They felt valued, their expertise recognized, and were willing to serve under a young baron with a clear vision. Fenrir added, "I will learn to delegate. If I try to handle everything myself, we cannot grow this fast."
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In the following weeks, Fenrir officially formed the Eisenwald Administrative Council. Each member was assigned a specific field:
1. Trade & Markets: A former merchant with knowledge of trade routes and logistics.
2. Agriculture & Food Distribution: A scholar skilled in taxation, distribution, and storage systems.
3. Mining & Armaments: A mining expert ensuring metal supply for both military and infrastructure.
4. Finance & Budgeting: Oversees taxes, territorial income, and expenditures for development and defense.
Fenrir led the council's first meeting with meticulous attention. "We must ensure every citizen is fed, every merchant conducts business fairly, and every soldier is properly equipped. Failure in one sector is failure for all of us."
The council members were impressed by Fenrir's decisiveness and vision. He didn't just command; he observed, evaluated, and provided clear guidance.
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Fenrir gradually delegated more responsibilities to the council. He realized that as a young baron, his focus should be on strategic matters, not day-to-day administration.
Between meetings, Fenrir often observed the town from the castle tower. Citizens strolled freely, children played in the square, and merchants busily displayed their goods. Slowly, a smile appeared on Fenrir's face.
"This is just the beginning," he whispered to himself. "Eisenwald will be strong, not just because of its army, but because its people are prosperous and organized."
The Eisenwald Administrative Council became a symbol of change. Not merely a young baron in power, but a leader capable of building a strong foundation for his territory.
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