Chapter 265: The Future of the Territory
"Almost everything has doubled!"
Matthew carefully reviewed the more detailed data.
Aside from the numbers, talent reserves, production technology, product capacity, and inventory had all seen substantial improvements.
The territory's development was rapid, and internal growth remained swift, without slacking off due to the population increase.
However, Butler Ralph's face showed not much joy but rather a hint of worry:
"As the population continues to grow, the number of issues needing attention also increases, and we are facing a shortage of management talent."
"Moreover, the first murder case has already occurred…"
"The patrol soldiers quickly arrived at the scene and apprehended the murderer, but the victim could not be saved…"
Seeing Butler Ralph's somewhat gloomy expression, Matthew did not comfort him but instead gestured for him to relax:
"This was bound to happen, wasn't it?"
"Systems can only serve as a foundation, and laws are just the baseline. Establishing a good moral atmosphere can reduce the occurrence of such incidents."
"Of course, the lack of manpower is also a reason for such occurrences."
"Punish the murderer and conduct a public execution."
"Record these incidents, analyze the reasons behind them, and find ways to address these issues at the root."
"Deploy more surveillance golems to prevent such events as much as possible."
Throughout history, managing people has always been a major challenge, leading to the creation of various laws and systems.
However, no matter how complete the laws and systems are, due to the nature of the enforcers, they often become flawed or distorted.
The emergence of a malicious incident is inevitably caused by a combination of factors.
Matthew did not see this as a minor issue; for most of the citizens, this was the greatest crisis they could encounter.
Therefore, Matthew would not leave the handling of such matters entirely in the hands of law enforcement.
Instead, he would entrust it to emotionless, absolutely impartial surveillance golems, relying on moral standards, territorial laws, and public punishments.
If humans can't do it, then don't let humans do it!
"Absolute fairness may not exist in this world, but in our territory, we must ensure absolute transparency and justice!"
Meeting the calm gaze of the Lord, Butler Ralph felt a surge of inexplicable excitement.
Noticing Ralph's change in emotion, Matthew glanced at the attentive Yaya and continued earnestly:
"People have a tendency towards mental laziness. Any minor negative emotion, if not resolved and addressed, will only magnify."
"Aside from institutional and external measures, advancing everyone's ideological education must also be continuous."
"When the granaries are full, people know honor and disgrace; when well-fed and well-clothed, they understand etiquette. Bay Territory has solved food, clothing, and shelter, but we must also ensure that most people have healthy minds."
Butler Ralph carefully memorized the Lord's words and would continue to ponder and reflect on them.
He only firmly remembered two things the Lord said:
"Ensure everyone is well-fed, well-clothed, and has a place to live!"
"Guarantee transparency and justice for every citizen!"
From the moment the Lord arrived at Bay Territory, this had always been his approach.
Since the territory was constantly improving, what were difficulties and setbacks in learning compared to that?
He could hardly imagine what a wonderful future awaited the territory if the Lord's policies continued to be implemented.
Watching Butler Ralph leave, Yaya's eyes showed a hint of curiosity:
"Huh? Bay Territory already has such a good life; why would they still make such mistakes?"
The memories etched into Yaya's bloodline kept telling her that this situation was nothing out of the ordinary.
As long as the wrongdoers were dealt with, wouldn't the matter be resolved?
Even if it happened occasionally, it shouldn't have much impact, right?
Matthew shook his head, gently patting Yaya's puzzled head.
He knew this was a critical opportunity and, without dismissing her confusion, seriously explained:
"This isn't a mistake! It's a sin!"
"He tried to take what wasn't his, just like many acts of slaughter driven by desire and greed!"
"Once someone tries to gain through plunder, it's hard to turn back."
"This is just like the development of the territory!"
"The trolls' numbers expanded without limit, and they actively attacked us, so our counterattack was so fierce!"
"You've seen the destruction the trolls have caused to the species in the Dark Forest."
"Wherever they go, they hunt without restraint, unable to maintain even the basic balance!"
"Bay Territory is different; most of our food and resources are developed through planting, farming, and cultivating."
"Even the magical plants, materials, and creatures in the Dark Forest are not only protected but also utilized sustainably rather than exploited."
"This is the wisdom of civilized development and the premise of continuous growth and progress…"
Matthew explained to Yaya while also reflecting deeply within himself.
Was he truly following this principle in his development?
He couldn't preach one thing and do another!
Yaya, wise beyond her years, nodded thoughtfully.
She could vaguely feel that if the territory developed as Matthew described, it would become unimaginably wonderful.
"Yes! There's no need to go back to the way things were before; things should keep getting better!"
"Otherwise, wouldn't having a brain capable of thought be pointless?"
Matthew praised Yaya's wisdom and growth, happily giving her a few extra chicken legs as snacks.
Leanna, who had just walked in and overheard the conversation, silently remembered the Lord's words.
Though she couldn't fully understand, she was genuinely happy about the territory's improvements.
Since arriving in Bay Territory, she had never gone hungry again.
Everyone she saw no longer went hungry either.
Because of this alone, she believed the territory would continue to get better!
"Hey! Leanna, come over and have a chicken leg!"
Hearing Yaya's call, Leanna smiled brightly, happily walked over, and took the chicken leg without hesitation, taking a delicious bite.
Under Yaya's expectant gaze, Leanna ate the chicken leg while handing over the thick spellbook:
"It's time for homework! Don't think about slacking off!"
"Huh?"
Yaya was stunned!