By December, the leaves had almost all fallen.
Most of the fallen leaves were gathered up. Leech used Decay Magic to accelerate their initial decomposition before they were buried to improve the soil.
Meanwhile, Porcupine Territory's development continued at a rapid pace.
First, the relocation into new homes was complete.
The demolition of the old Maitian Village was also finished.
With sufficient investment of money, the people's enthusiasm for work was at an all-time high. The more they earned, the better their lives became.
Those who had suffered were the ones who most cherished this hard-won happiness. Wasn't it wonderful to have savory broth glistening with fat and fragrant bread at every meal?
Earning a little more money meant they could afford treatment if they fell ill, instead of just waiting to die.
So, even the sudden drop in temperature couldn't dampen their zeal for work.
It was also time to harvest the winter oats.
