Chapter 343: Recruiting is Hard

Come to think of it, haven’t I seen countless help-wanted ads before? With that in mind, I started thinking seriously about the content of the signboard this time.

“……Someone to keep records of new residents and those migrating to Fortress City Murcia. The work is simple, but it takes time, so I think this is the best place to start.”

When I said that, Esparda nodded and spoke.

“That is a good idea…… Eventually, it might be better to have them teach the next person that task and then move them to a different job. If we do that, we will eventually produce a sufficient number of talented personnel.”

“Right. Then, let’s increase the number of signboards to match the specific jobs we’re recruiting for. That way people can choose, and it doubles the sense of security.”

“I am not sure if it will be double, but it may be a good plan.”

“Alright! Let’s execute it immediately!”

Elated by Esparda’s praise, I began preparations. This time, I aim to solve the labor shortage for sure.

Incidentally, I changed the title significantly along with the content.

The title: “Recruiting New Resident Registration Staff!”

The content: “Simple tasks that anyone can learn! If you can read, write, and do simple calculations, you are qualified! If you are even slightly interested, please visit the Lord’s Manor! It is perfectly fine to just come and talk!”

Since I wrote that the work content was simple, I think people will actually come to visit with this.

“After that, maybe add something like ‘Salary negotiable’ or ‘A workplace where you can aim to become a Castle Lord if you work hard’……”

“Let us not do that.”

“Ehh.”

Although there was a slight difference of opinion with Esparda, I got the OK for the time being. Well, let’s call it a win.

“Now, let’s set up the signboards! Let’s add more of them too!”

“Yes!”

“Put up a lot of them!”

“Yes!”

I gave instructions to Khamsin, and by that evening, all the signboards had been installed.

“Thank you! How many did you put up!?”

“At each castle gate, the plaza, and every street—I set up thirty in total!”

“I feel like that’s a little too many, but okay!”

“Yes!”

With that done, all that was left was to wait for applicants. Now, I wonder how it will go.

The next morning. Sunlight streamed into the room through the window, and I could hear the morning sound of birds chirping. Perhaps because I worked hard yesterday, I slept soundly last night and woke up feeling refreshed. Now then, maybe I should get changed before Till arrives and surprise her.

Thinking that, I got out of bed and stretched. Suddenly, I sensed someone approaching, their footsteps pattering down the hallway. It was Till. Did she oversleep today? I see, so that’s why I woke up earlier than her.

“V-Van……!”

“Ah, good morning. Till, you don’t need to panic like that. I am ten years old now. I can wake up on my own.”

Showing the composure of a ten-year-old, I spoke with a smile to calm the flustered Till. However, Till shook her head side to side with such force that it left afterimages. No, no! How cute.

“T-That’s not it, Lord Van! Applicants for the job have arrived!”

“Ooh! It had an effect already! We did it!”

As I raised both hands in joy, Till shook her head side to side again. No, no! Adorably calculating.

“T-The thing is! There are over one hundred applicants……!”

“Huh?”

What did she say? I almost asked her to repeat herself. But I reconsidered; if it were only around ten people, Till wouldn’t be panicking this much.

“……One hundred people? Are they all from Seatoh Village? Were there that many unemployed people?”

Genius Boy Van does not lose his cool. Desperately trying to project that atmosphere, I asked calmly. Till shook her head while bringing me my change of clothes.

“No, because of the phrasing that it was okay to just come and talk, it seems women and elderly people who had previously refrained from applying have also come to visit…… The number seems to still be increasing; shall we remove the signboards?”

“……No, since they’re here, maybe I’ll meet with all the applicants. While I’m at it, I’ll ask them about the situation in Seatoh Village and their thoughts on the future.”

Turn a pinch into a chance! The positive and brilliant Genius Boy Van switched his mindset immediately. I won’t waste time thinking, “Why did it increase so suddenly?” or “What should I do?”

“If they are immediate assets, it doesn’t matter how many there are.”

I muttered to no one in particular as Till helped me change.

“Yes! You look perfect!”

“Alright, let’s go!”

“Yes!”

Our battle starts now!

With that kind of energy, I dashed out of the bedroom with Till in tow. I have to interview over a hundred people. I need to psyche myself up. Once that is done, I have my regular duties as a lord, then swordsmanship training, then lunch. Then regular duties again. After dinner, I have to study with Esparda.

I wonder what’s for dinner tonight……

Escaping reality in a corner of my mind, I headed for the reception room.