Lord of the Myriad Worlds

Chapter 77: Development Blueprint

In a short while, Fila had already smoothly resolved the monthly main quests for two family members through negotiation. It seemed she wouldn't cause any trouble.

"Leon, what are your plans for next month?"

"Mom, that bear from before caused a lot of damage to the camp and also exposed some issues, especially regarding material reserves. I think we need to build a sturdy, spacious warehouse that can store items by category, doesn't have to worry about rats, is protected from rain, and can also prevent fires. The kind that can be used for many years."

"At the same time, we also need a sturdy workshop for drying and smoking. That way, during the summer, Mom, when you're gathering wild vegetables and fruits or making dried meat, you won't have to work so hard."

"So, if time permits, I'd like to take charge of building the warehouse and workshop."

Leon's mouth was very sweet, and even his smile was so sincere. He had been part of this family for nearly half a year now. Through immersion and observation, he had long since mastered the game's rules and core mechanics.

Furthermore, he actually managed to resist going fishing. Could it be that he also realized the opportunities brought by a Level 4 camp?

It's worth mentioning that Leon's current Family Contribution should be around 160 to 180 points. The growth has been rapid, after all, over the past three months, the Four Workhorses of their family could basically achieve a contribution increase of about 20 to 30 points per month.

Before this, Leon should have been able to rank third, surpassing Penny. But after the impeachment vote, he was immediately overtaken by Penny.

Fila currently ranks second, with 250+ points.Li Wei still ranks first.

Thomas ranks fifth. After deducting 20 points, he's estimated at 140+. He's the most ferocious. In the first month of quarrying stone, he even managed a record of 50+ points. However, his true explosive point of effort will be in the coming months.

Additionally, Li Wei believes that future competition will become increasingly fierce. Producing one-star quality materials will become the new trend.

Now that the family has a two-star quality Bear Pelt and a one-star quality Ox Hide, Margaret will absolutely transform into a tailor next month.

"That's wonderful, Leon. You've really grown up. Let's do as you said." Fila praised him with relief, her acting skills becoming more and more masterful, reaching perfection. She didn't give Leon a hard time either.

At this moment, only Thomas and Margaret's monthly main quests remained unarranged.

Fila's method of asking each person in turn seemed quite skillful. Li Wei suddenly realized that she seemed to want to block Thomas. Of course, it was more likely she wanted to force Thomas to give up some benefits and form an alliance with her.

"So, my dear Margaret, your plan for next month is to craft two exquisite, outstanding sets of Leather Armor, correct?"

Sure enough, Fila bypassed Thomas and went straight for Margaret, even actively offering her a way out.

Thomas immediately looked at the latter, but Margaret was clearly hesitant. With one two-star Bear Pelt and one one-star Ox Hide, crafting two sets of one-star quality Leather Armor was more than sufficient. She couldn't refuse this monthly main quest, even if Thomas didn't quite agree.

"Yes, Aunt Fila, that's indeed what I was thinking. The family may face more dangers in the future, and our family members need better protection."

Margaret quickly made her choice.

Done. Fila revealed a relieved expression, then finally looked at Thomas. The latter couldn't help but furrow his brows. Several months ago, he had declared his intention to build a stone Perimeter Wall. This was one of the most important conditions for upgrading to a Level 4 camp. For this, he had paid too high a price, the price of nearly working himself to death, quarrying stone for a full four months. Damn it, you bitch, don't push me...

"Thomas, you are such a good child. Strong, brave, hardworking, and honest! I am truly happy that you could join us and become part of our family."

Fila spoke slowly. It was clear that Thomas was struggling to maintain his composure and smile.

"What are your plans for next month?"

"I plan to build a sufficiently sturdy Perimeter Wall. We need better protection. We must guard our family and property against those ferocious beasts and the even more ferocious and cunning bandits." Thomas said quickly. He felt his reason was powerful, unquestionable, right? If there had been a stone city wall before, that bear wouldn't have charged into the camp under the cover of night.

Fila nodded with satisfaction. "That is indeed the case. I completely agree with your idea. But there is one point. Have you given deep consideration to the location of the wall and the future construction layout of the camp?"

"Of course I—" Thomas instinctively started to answer. As a veteran completion player, how could he not consider these things? But, when under someone else's roof, one has to bow their head.

The key thing about camp planning is that it sounds very abstract, yet it's extremely important. Inside and out, Fila, as the Family Head, could completely use 'insufficiently reasonable planning' to strangle him. He'd have nowhere to cry and complain.

So now it was very clear.

Fila had very easily let Li Wei, Penny, Leon, and Margaret off, specifically wanting to take a juicy piece of meat from Thomas.

This method was quite clever indeed.

The question was, how would Thomas counterattack? After all, danger could appear at any time.

Could Fila, as the Family Head, stabilize the situation?

"I—I have, of course, been somewhat inconsiderate, Aunt Fila. The roads you have walked are more than the bridges I have crossed. How about this: you take charge of the planning, the major direction of the camp's future development. I will listen to you in everything, how about that?"

Thomas finally gave in. As the former leader of the Four Workhorses, an iron-boned, upright tough guy... this was humiliating. But there was no other choice. The key point was, he had only bought one Deceive Superiors and Conceal from Subordinates Card, and that bastard Li Wei had already ruined it.

This batch of newcomers is hard to lead.

"Alright, then I'll reluctantly accept. If there are any shortcomings, Thomas, feel free to remind me!"

Fila smiled slightly, satisfied. This was her goal. She could also guess that a Level 4 camp would be a turning point. She had to seize the greatest benefits at this turning point. Otherwise, what's the use of being the Family Head for four consecutive terms like that loudmouth George?

This is a game whose core focuses on development. No matter how strong one's personal combat power is, it cannot solve the problems of family development.

Last year, she lacked experience. Now, after enduring for nine months, she has returned at full strength. Who can stand against her?

Soon, Fila spent 3 points of Family Contribution to issue the monthly main quests for next month.

What felt strange to Li Wei was that in the descriptions of these monthly main quests, Fila's involvement was actually very high. Aside from Penny and Margaret's tasks, Fila was involved in the rest: Li Wei's task, Thomas's task, and Leon's task.

So, is this the function of planning?

Just as he was thinking this, he saw Fila take out an old piece of parchment and roughly sketch a floor plan on it using Charcoal. It was very sloppy, but Li Wei, Thomas, and Leon could still understand it.

"Penny, Margaret, you two can also come over and offer your suggestions." Fila invited with a smile. The six of them gathered together like this, listening to Fila's detailed explanation. But in reality, having different opinions was useless. Fila's preparations were too thorough, the kind that had been plotted for a long time.

Of course, from Li Wei's perspective, he really couldn't find any faults.

Fila had truly put her heart into planning the future family camp.

In the end, everyone had no objections, including the admonished Thomas.

After Fila asked each person in turn, two lines of information appeared before everyone's eyes.

[The Family Head *** has formulated a detailed camp development route, which has received everyone's agreement. Due to the special nature of this matter, the validity period of this development blueprint will be maintained for six months. Within these six months, no family member may construct buildings or cultivate Farmland within the development blueprint that are not planned. Areas outside the development blueprint are not subject to this restriction.]

[During this period, if the Professional Chef consistently serves as the Family Head, her monthly Monthly Summary can receive an additional +3% clearance evaluation. If she cannot, she can still receive a 0.5% additional clearance evaluation per month. If other family members become the Family Head, they can receive a 2.5% additional clearance evaluation per month.]