Finally, after walking around the streets of the town, Zephyr gained a general understanding of it.
The viscount's territory was connected to many fishing villages on the west coast. Therefore, the major export items were fish, live crabs, and clams. The majority of the money from the exports goes into the pocket of the viscount as tax, while a small portion trickles down to peasants and free men who worked.
Zephyr now knew why the manor of the viscount was so luxurious. He recalled the viscount's smiling face. It no longer looked pleasant.
Well, all nobles were like that. Viscount Whitewater was kind enough to at least give a small portion of the money to the peasants. That makes him better than most.
'...peasants were considered the lord's property. They were not allowed to move out of the land, nor were they allowed to own a business. Practically, they are slaves who have to work until they die and serve their lord.'
