Luria Nova/Events/Estate-Manager/A Debate Between a Farmer and a Merchant

One day, a farmer and a merchant visit your office, engaged in a spirited argument about the upcoming planting season. The farmer passionately advocates for maintaining the traditions of the estate, emphasizing the cultivation of crops that have been grown for generations. According to him, these time-tested crops are reliable and familiar, ensuring a sense of continuity.

On the other hand, the merchant presents a compelling case for embracing change and introducing a new crop – the Morekian white wheat. He points to its higher yield potential, which could significantly bolster the estate's crop production. This, in turn, might lead to increased prosperity.

The decision before you carries not only agricultural implications but also social ones. Listening to the farmer's wisdom will likely earn you the favor of the peasants, who hold deep reverence for tradition. However, it may slightly diminish your standing among the merchant class. Conversely, heeding the merchant's advice may enhance your estate's crop production, but it could breed discontent among the peasants, as they are wary of adopting an unfamiliar crop.

It falls upon your judgment to strike the right balance between tradition and innovation, considering the opinions of both classes within your estate.

Outcome: Failed Experiment with Morekian White Wheat

With a sense of determination, you convinced the local farmer to make changes to the crop selection, reducing some of the less popular crops and opting to plant Morekian white wheat. While the farmer didn't appear too thrilled with this decision, he understood that it was his duty to follow your instructions.

However, the outcome of this experiment was less than ideal. Unlike the vast Morekian plains of northern Dwilight, your fields contained more moisture, making the Morekian white wheat susceptible to fungal infections and other diseases. As a result, the crop didn't thrive as expected.

Despite the challenges, it wasn't a complete failure. Some of the Morekian white wheat plants managed to survive, albeit with lower yields than the local crops. The merchant who had suggested the Morekian white wheat couldn't help but feel disappointed with the outcome. The farmer, too, expressed his dissatisfaction with the results.

Despite the setback, the merchant still appreciated your willingness to listen to his suggestion and experiment with new ideas, even if they didn't always yield the desired results.