Game of Thrones: The Red Dragon Lord.

Chapter 38 Establishing Prestige
The slave manager quickly lowered his head, his body trembling slightly, and answered respectfully: "Sir, the place we live in is dark, damp and crowded. The food we eat is just rough and barely enough to sustain life." As he spoke, his eyes revealed a hint of helplessness and pleading.

Gavin frowned slightly and said, "I will improve this situation for you. Now tell me, what kind of ships can you build?"

The slave steward quickly stood up, folded his hands in front of him, and said respectfully: "Sir, we have a lot of experience. We can do our best to build small fishing boats, medium-sized cargo ships, and even large sailing ships like this giant ship as long as there are enough materials."

Gavin nodded and continued, "What about the storage of wood? How many ships can be made?"

The slave manager looked embarrassed. He bowed and said, "Sir, we still have enough wood, but I'm afraid it's only enough to build one more longship." As he spoke, he gestured with his hands to indicate the quantity.

Gavin's face darkened and he said, "Isn't there plenty of wood? Why can we only build one ship?"

The slave steward was terrified and hurriedly explained: "Sir, there are not many giant woods for making keels. The other wood can only be used to build some fishing boats at most."

Gavin pondered for a moment and said, "I understand. I will find a way to solve the problem of wood. You must build it carefully and finish building this giant ship first."

The slave manager felt relieved and immediately knelt down and kowtowed: "Thank you, sir. We will do our best!"

Then, Gavin took out a blueprint of a three-bow crossbow from his past life memory. The blueprint was drawn very sloppily, and the lines were crooked.

Gavin pointed at the blueprint and patiently and carefully explained it to several slave craftsmen who were making the crossbow: "Look here, and here..."

The slaves gathered around, frowning, and listened carefully.

One of the leaders who managed the craftsmen said, "Sir, there is no need to remake it. We should be able to modify it."

Gavin's eyes lit up, and he asked eagerly, "Direct modification?"

The chief craftsman nodded affirmatively: "Sir, it can indeed be modified, using the crossbow we made before."

Gavin immediately gave a decisive order: "Okay, start building and testing the power of the bed crossbow immediately." He had a serious expression and a majestic look.

The head craftsman quickly responded, "Yes, sir!"

Gavin emphasized again: "Remember, once the test is successful, all the ballistae must be replaced."

The chief craftsman bowed respectfully and said, "I understand, sir, please rest assured!"

At this time, Gavin looked around at the slave stewards and craftsmen and said solemnly: "As long as you serve me conscientiously for three years, I will give you freedom, and I will also give you some compensation during these three years."

After hearing this, the slave managers and craftsmen's eyes lit up with hope. They all knelt down and kowtowed, shouting in unison: "Thank you, sir! We will do our best!"

Afterwards, Gavin decided to thoroughly reorganize this chaotic and disorderly group of pirates. He knew that if he wanted to dominate this dangerous sea, he must have a disciplined, well-trained and loyal team. In the morning, Gavin ordered Hassan to bring the fierce Blood Dragon Guards to gather the pirates scattered in every corner of the camp.

Many pirates gathered in an open area lazily and slowly. They whispered to each other, their faces full of curiosity and uneasiness about this call.

Gavin stood on a high place, his eyes like a hawk scanning the mob. He thought to himself: "These guys have always been lax and undisciplined. We must use iron-fisted measures to make them understand the importance of rules."

Gavin said loudly: "From today on, I will set the first rule for you. When you gather, no one is allowed to speak or whisper without my order. Anyone who violates the rules will be put to death!"

When the pirates heard this, they were immediately in an uproar. Gavin's face darkened and he shouted angrily, "Who's making noise? Stand up!" The crowd instantly fell silent.

Gavin did not take any other action next. He just asked the pirates to stand where they were, while he sat in a chair and closed his eyes to rest.

Finally, a few dissatisfied pirates could not help but whisper and complain to each other in private. Gavin, who had been listening attentively, noticed it immediately and ordered the Blood Dragon Guards to pull them out in public without hesitation.

He stared at the pirates with cold eyes and said coldly: "I have given you a chance, but you don't know how to cherish it."

Before he finished speaking, the Blood Dragon Guards raised their swords and slashed, instantly beheading the pirates who were whispering to each other. Blood splattered on the faces of other pirates. They looked at Gavin in horror, their hearts filled with fear, and they no longer dared to disobey.

In this way, the pirates stood there until sunset, and no pirate dared to say a word during this time.

As the sky gradually darkened, the Blood Dragon Guards brought a heavy box. When they opened it, it was full of shining golden dragons. Gavin climbed up to a high place again and said loudly, "Your performance today is quite good. I am not a stingy person. This is a reward for your obedience." Then he ordered Hassan to distribute it to them one by one.

The next day, Gavin did the same thing and gathered the pirates here. Then, Gavin began to personally ask the pirates about their past experiences and skills one by one. He was focused and took notes carefully, and arranged their groups accordingly.

Gavin divided the pirates who were familiar with sailing routes and wind directions and good at repairing ship equipment into a separate group, and then brought everyone together for training.

In the following days, Gavin did not slack off at all. He personally supervised the pirates' training every day. In the process, he gradually discovered that there were various small groups among these people.

Every night, Gavin talked with many sailors and captains who had been kidnapped here before. He knew very well that it was far from enough to just reorganize the pirates. Those kidnapped sailors and captains were also a force that could not be ignored.

At this time, Gavin was sitting opposite an experienced old captain. He said sincerely, "I am deeply sorry that you were forced to come here. But now the situation has been determined, and I sincerely hope to get your help. I am definitely not as cruel and ruthless as Black Shark 'Earl'. As long as you are willing to work for me, I guarantee that you and your crew will get the respect and preferential treatment you deserve."

The old captain looked complicated, and after hesitating for a moment, he said, "Sir, although I have been dragged here, I also understand my current situation. But how can I trust you?"

Gavin smiled and said, "Captain, time will tell. As long as you help us sincerely, you will definitely have a share of the future prosperity and wealth."

(End of this chapter)