★ Those slaves are young Beastfolk women.
One of them had battle experience before losing her hand and eye. That woman will later become Mark’s personal guard.
Meanwhile, the others will be trained as beginner alchemists under the supervision of Mark’s subordinate, who works as the head alchemist at the Braumont family’s factory.
The alchemy factory does not only produce potions, but also daily necessities like soap, shampoo, and other products.
★ One day, Mark receives information that most of the royal army in the capital has been taken by Prince Rokes to clear land in the southern forest in search of new resources.
Mark sees this decision as incredibly stupid. He had already warned the kingdom that a large demon attack might happen, but his warning was not taken seriously. Because of that, Mark starts preparing his own territory.