FATE: Target of Grand Master

According to the previous allocation method, no, to be precise, there was no such thing as an allocation method in the past.

The spoils of a hunt always belong to whoever hunts them, or if multiple people hunt together, they are divided equally. However, this is completely unacceptable for young or old Yaga. Given the prevailing values ​​of the First Lostbelt, which emphasize "the strong are respected and the weak are despised," Yaga who operate as family units are even rarer. Most Yaga are just trying to feed themselves and simply don't have the extra energy to feed another person.

This distorted social structure will lead to a sharp loss of population in the future, and if this continues, the country will inevitably perish.

Therefore, if one wants to rule the Lostbelt for a long time, one must solve the problem of population structure, and to change the population structure, one must change the mainstream values.

Of course, Xia Yan knew that this was not something that could be changed overnight, so he would start by changing the distribution model.

In fact, the situation in the First Lostbelt is a complete mess for any country's administrator.

Abnormal climate, food shortages, sparse population, coupled with extreme values ​​and palace intrigue—each of these presents a major problem. Applied to online novels, this would be a landmark opening for Western fantasy lord stories.

Xia Yan hadn't originally planned to get involved, since if it was just about getting Anastasia to the position of Lostbelt King, there was no need to do any of this. But the problem was that this trial had a second main quest, which would only be unlocked after completing the first main quest. This made Xia Yan wonder if the two were related.

After overthrowing a regime, what's the next step? Undoubtedly, it's to consolidate the new regime's rule.

Therefore, even if he didn't know what the second main quest was, Xia Yan had to plan ahead and make arrangements in advance.

Even if they guess wrong in the end, with the support of the people, they can organize an army of young and strong Yaga to make up for the lack of combat power left by the killing hunters after defeating the Thunder Emperor. In any case, it won't be a wasted effort.

This is the governing philosophy that Xia Yan wants Anastasia to implement from this moment on, or rather, it is more appropriate to call it a reform.

"The meat from these two roaring beasts will be distributed equally among the population. One person will receive one unit, a couple will receive two units, a family of three will receive three units, and so on."

After Xia Yan explained the allocation rules, the Yaga people immediately erupted in excitement.

Although no one dared to openly object due to Her Majesty the Queen's presence, there were many whispers in private about "why should it be given to those weaklings," especially among the young, strong, and single Yaga. This made it difficult for married Yaga and Yaga from the village chief's family to show too much excitement.

"Do you have any objections to this allocation?"

Xia Yan asked calmly.

One of the more impatient Yaga immediately spoke up: "Your Excellency the Court Magician, according to the previous decrees of the great Thunder Emperor, we should prioritize taking care of the young and strong Yaga who have a higher chance of survival."

"Very good. I will reward you for your courage to speak the truth."

After saying that, Xia Yan cut off a piece of the Roaring Beast's tail and threw it to the Yaga.

Amidst the envious gazes of the other Yaga, the Yaga, clutching the severed tail, quickly bowed in gratitude.

"This is a reward for your courage to speak the truth. However, I imagine there are many others like you who share this view. Since you disagree with my distribution plan, then you will represent me in a fight. The victor will inevitably become stronger, and the rules of the strong must be followed. Isn't this in accordance with His Majesty the Thunder Emperor's decree?"

Yaga, who had just been all smiles, immediately shook his head and knelt down, saying, "No, that won't do. If I were to harm the court magician, I couldn't pay with my life. I don't want this tail anymore. Please, court magician, spare me."

Xia Yan had no intention of letting the other party off the hook. Instead, he said firmly, "Don't worry, no matter where you hurt me later, I will forgive you. If you really can hurt me."

After saying that, Xia Yan ignored the Yagana's still pleading appearance and immediately walked to the side.

"Here it is. I think it shouldn't take more than a few minutes."

The Yaga were actually quite curious about the confidence that Xia Yan, this ancient human, displayed.

After all, as people close to His Majesty the Thunder Emperor, it was perfectly normal for them to understand mysterious magic that the Yaga couldn't comprehend. However, they had never seen it before and were still very much looking forward to feasting their eyes on it.

However, Xia Yan immediately said, "Don't worry, I won't use magic, and I promise I won't hold you accountable afterward."

Finally, after Xia Yan's repeated assurances, Ya Ga, who had raised objections, reluctantly walked to the opposite side of Xia Yan.

"My Lord, Court Magician, please forgive my rudeness!"

After saying that, Yaga raised his hunting rifle and pulled the trigger at Xia Yan's abdomen.

Bang! Nail!

In the blink of an eye, Xia Yan used the projected Gan Jiang and Mo Xie swords to blast the shotgun bullets into the snow.

Xia Yan's movements are faster and more coordinated than before, a result of his improved physical fitness and special training with Musashi.

To Yaga, who was standing nearby, all he saw was the court magician conjure two swords out of thin air, then his arm became a blur, and finally the court magician was unharmed.

Seeing that the shotgun had no effect, the Yaga was also stunned.

This is their most common and strongest attack method. If they can't even hit the opponent with bullets, then they really have no other options.

Fortunately, his distress didn't last long, because Xia Yan rushed in front of him, then turned around and threw him into the air with an over-the-shoulder throw. Then he released the Heavenly Lock, binding the Yaga's hands and legs, hanging him in the air in a "Y" shape.

Before Yaga could react, Xia Yan rushed in front of him again and beat Yaga up like a punching bag, the whole process resembling Edward's three-bar special move in Street Fighter 6.

Of course, Xia Yan had no grudge against that Yaga, so he didn't kill him. However, in order to leave a deep impression on the other Yaga watching that he was much stronger than them, he still tried to make his movements a bit more exaggerated.

After venting for a full minute, Xia Yan finally let go of the bruised and swollen Ya Ga. From the awe in the eyes of the other Ya Ga, he knew that he had achieved his goal.

After gesturing for Morgan to repair the Yaga's body, Xia Yan stood before the Yaga again, smiling as he asked, "Does anyone else have any objections?"

Now no one had any objections.

So the corpses of the two roaring beasts were divided according to the number of people.

After doing all this, Xia Yan emphasized again: "This is food distributed by Her Majesty the Empress. If anyone dares to go to someone else's house to steal it, that would be a challenge to Her Majesty the Empress's dignity. I don't need to emphasize the consequences, do I?"

After leaving behind a word of warning, Xia Yan and the others left the village under the pretext that Her Majesty the Queen was returning to Moscow.

Of course, they didn't actually go far at all.

"Xia Yan, haven't you already finished providing food for the villagers? What are you still doing here?"

Ereshkigal, after all, governs the underworld and does not have a full understanding of humans, especially the human heart.

"That's because the work isn't finished yet, of course."

Anastasia replied, "Those young and strong Yaga will definitely go to the old Yaga's house tonight to steal meat."