Sean had a fever.

He was talking nonsense, because he dreamed that he had become a werewolf and wanted to desperately find humans for food, but unfortunately he did not meet a single human in the wilderness.

Then he met the Bloodthirsty and fought with each other for a long time, and both sides used countless weapons, and the fight was dark.

The bloodthirsty man suddenly disappeared again, and a group of blood warriors came, and Sean had no choice but to flee, and suddenly fell into the sea. The fish demon has slain the shark army again.

Terrible world.

Sean sat up suddenly, sweating profusely.

In the corner of the bedroom, Rose was dozing off the table. Sean's movement brought her to her senses:

"Your Excellency, are you awake?"

"Oh. Sean calmed down a little, "Rose, why are you here?"

(Wood has!)

"The butler, fearing that others would neglect to take care of you, asked me to keep vigil. Rose explained, "Looks like you're feeling better." ”

"Thank you, please pour me a glass of water, plain water!"

Not drinking raw water is one of Sean's unique performances. But he likes to say words like "thank you" and "please", which impresses the people around him even more.

Rose turned around and poured a glass of water, which was just the right temperature.

Sean took it and drank it down, feeling much better.

Looking at the pocket watch placed at the head of the bed, it was already 3 o'clock in the night, Sean remembered that he had returned to the rose garden from the funeral at about two o'clock in the afternoon, and felt that he might have been drenched in cold rain and was not feeling well, so he went to bed, and this sleep lasted almost twelve hours.

In the evening, Cleveland noticed that something was wrong with Sean, who had slept unconscious, and his forehead was hot. He choked Nelson as he sent Arthur Young to bring in Nolan, Poitou's most famous doctor.

However, Rose brought in the ascetics of the True God Cult who had recently appeared in the town, as she had seen ascetics treat the townspeople with fevers, and they were said to be extremely curative.

The Cleveland Savior was so anxious that he asked the ascetics to treat Sean before Dr. Nolan arrived.

The ascetic just found some plants in the garden and boiled water for Sean to swallow.

Unexpectedly, Sean's body temperature dropped, and he was very surprised. When Dr. Nolan arrived, it was already night, and Arthur Young had spent too much time trying to find him, as he had been on a medical mission elsewhere.

Dr. Nolan examines Sean again, and he doesn't think there's anything wrong with him.

"Rose, I'm fine, you go and rest. Sean said.

"Are you sure, sir?" asked Rose, "in the middle of the night I heard you talking nonsense. ”

"What did I say?" asked Sean.

"Werewolves, bloodthirsty monsters. Rose said, her eyes bright by candlelight.

"Maybe I think too much during the day. The world is terrible, maybe I've always been insecure. Sean said.

"'Secure'? is that another word you invented?" Rose chuckled, "you're a nobleman, you can't be more insecure than those farmers, right?"

"Rose, I heard sarcasm in your words. That's right, the nobles are superior people, and when they lament the hardships of the world, they only see people who are better than him, and not look down with their eyes. The farmers, the workers, the servants, and all the other people who are running to live and feed their families are the foundation of the country's survival, and when these people can't stand it anymore, it's a great earthquake. ”

Sean felt that he seemed to just want to find a gap to vent his inner thoughts:

"Werewolves are not to be feared, bloodthirsty are not to be feared, and I have seen with my own eyes the tragic appearance of blood warriors when they are shot through the head by lead bullet.

There is nothing more powerful than gunpowder weapons, but when these inhumans are mixed with the chaotic situation, the huge power formed will engulf the world. ”

Rose looked at Sean's slightly tired face, blinked, she seemed to see Sean's truest heart, and said:

"Your Excellency, you are a truly merciful man. You have also said that with great power comes great responsibility. Why don't you make yourself stronger?"

"Huh. Sean smiled, "Rose, believe me, I'm actually a very lazy person at heart. If I live in comfort, as in the present situation in Vichy, where I have no food and clothing, and the inhabitants respect me, why should I be so ambitious? ”

"When it comes, I mean, what will you do?" asked Rose.

"Obey or rebel!" Sean replied succinctly, "but the peace that comes from begging is not lasting, and the peace that comes from struggle is the most sustainable peace." ”

"Your Excellency, you are a wise man. Just like my teacher. Rose said.

"Your teacher, I haven't heard you talk about it. Sean said.

"You don't think I'm self-taught and born literate. That was a long time ago, and my teacher was a learned man. Rose seemed to be recalling something, and her expression was very complicated.

She walked over and straightened the thin blanket on Sean's body: "I'll go back to my room to rest, and I have to tell the housekeeper, or he'll scold me." ”

"Go ahead. ”

Sean waved his hand.

There was not much time, and the butler Cleveland appeared at the door of Sean's room, and when he saw that Sean had fallen asleep peacefully, he breathed a sigh of relief and quietly retreated.

In the early morning, the sun dispelled all the rain and fog.

After continuous spring rains, the sky finally cleared, and people immediately felt the heat of late spring in the south.

Pink, white, purple, warm and fragrant, flowers are full of flowers, very beautiful. Jensen finally made the rose garden deserved.

Sean wore a light coat and sat in the garden basking in the sun, although the sun was already hot at this time, he thought it was good for his physical recovery.

It would be even better if you brewed another pot of tea.

Pierre, Feige, and Wesley report on their work.

The first two are primarily responsible for Sean's business activities, with Pierre in charge of all business day-to-day operations, and Feige, the treasurer, in charge of oversight and auditing.

The two cooperated with each other, but it was also smooth, and as Sean's career expanded, they each had a group of subordinates to assist.

All of their paperwork was gathered at Wesley, who compiled and categorized them, and then gave them to Sean to sign off.

Although the sparrow is small and has all the organs, Wesley's job is not so easy, he is equivalent to the role of an assistant to the chairman.

"The road to Rhônburg has been opened and some follow-up work is being done, such as reinforcing the fence and adding signage. Following your instructions, an opening ceremony is planned for April 1st, with our Vichy town and Rhônburg symbolically facing each other at the same time. Pierre said, paused and said, "Regarding the invitation list, we have discussed, in addition to the Countess Robinson, the governor and mayor must be invited, Viscount Brandon, Viscount Lincoln and other Poitou nobles, as well as the First Bank of Siyes and others must also be invited." In addition, Mr. Bess is expected to arrive by the end of March, and his factory is already up and running. ”

Sean said at this time: "In addition to government officials and aristocrats, in fact, I pay more attention to the merchants and factory owners in Poitou, who represent the future of economy and commerce. Victor, the opening of this road, and above all, its commercial and economic pull, is important for the future of our town of Vichy and the future of Vichyshafen.

Anyone you can think of as a rich man, whether he is a banker or a country landowner, you can send an invitation in my name. At this time, we are all about making friends, even our colleagues in Puerto Poitou. At the same time, you have to anticipate the hospitality problems of the time, and don't be afraid to spend money in this regard, and go to Paul for the money. Paul, at this time, don't be too protective of my bank deposits. ”

"Yes, sir!" said Pierre and Feige, nodding at the same time.

"And, Tommy, how is the brochure I want to print?" Sean looked at Wesley.

"That's exactly what I'm going to report to you. Wesley took three pamphlets out of his briefcase and gave one to Sean and his two colleagues.

He now has developed a habit of pinning a pen in his pocket and telling others that he is a man of culture, that is, he always carries a cowhide briefcase, walks in a hurry, and pretends to be very busy.

It was a rather well-printed booklet, with a cover of high-grade kraft paper, and by no means the cheap leaflets that were common in town. It introduces the various preferential policies for attracting investment in the town of Vichy and the port.

"It's a good print, and I hope every guest has a copy. Sean complimented.

"As you wish, my lord. Wesley said.

April 1 soon arrived, and the town of Vichy was filled with potted flowers to create a festive atmosphere.

The carriages of the VIPs arrived at the rose garden one after another, which immediately made the villa seem cramped.

Rose brought the orphans to a wide range of wines, cigars, a wide variety of refreshments, and of course, tea, a specialty of Vichy.

Obviously, people are more interested in tea as a drink, as they have learned about it from their friends in the Holy City, most of whom as locals do not know what tea is.

This is an unforgivable mistake.

Whether it is the governor or an unknown representative of a businessman, Sean will be presented with a can of this year's new tea. It is said to be worth a lot.

At 10 a.m., everyone was in front of the Rocky Hill Highway on the waterfront.

The prettiest girls in the town, dressed in the prettiest clothes, each carried a silver platter and a long strip of red satin.

People looked at Sean's tricks with novelty.

Under a huge banner that read "Opening Ceremony", Sean and Countess Robinson stand on either side of the Governor and the Mayor, respectively.

Each of the four took a pair of scissors and cut off the silk in front of them at the sound of an announcement from the host, Pierre.

People couldn't help but applaud.

Ronburg and the Rose Garden each prepared a convoy, and amid applause, the two sides walked in opposite directions.

The former transported some grain to Poitou via the newly completed Rocky Hill Road, while the latter transported the first batch of fabrics produced by Kang's Textile Company to the province of Javia via Rohnburg.

People can't help but have some rich associations with this highway, it greatly facilitates the flow of commerce, and normally it is a golden highway.

If the customs are set up to collect taxes......

No, no, there is no pass fee, whether it's the Robinson side or the Vichy side, anyone can pass for free.

For them, they were more interested in a booklet that Sean gave out for free. Especially when both the Governor and the Mayor were present at the ceremony, it was a testament to the official recognition.

Back in the rose garden, people ignored the exquisite buffet in front of them, but gathered around Sean to ask for news. Sean, of course, will not face them directly, and his two main assistants, Pierre and Feige, will be the main force, and he will accompany the most important guests.

Governor Byrne suddenly regretted it at this time, especially when he saw Sean's investment brochure.

"No, no, Your Excellency the Governor, you see only the tax reduction, not the agglomeration effect. Sean said.

"I only seem to see the income that originally belonged to the city government. Stanley complained on the side, and in order to avoid a misunderstanding by Sean, he quickly added, "Of course, this is a right granted to you by the Estates-General." I will definitely respect it. ”

"For example, my textile company, he needs to buy raw materials, raw silk, flax or cotton, where does it come from, of course, from outside the town of Vichy, when the farmers who raise silkworms or grow cotton find it profitable, they must grow seriously, and when their income increases, will the government's income rise?" explained Sean patiently, "I will also set up an essential oil factory, so that the flowers that are abundant in Genoa will not wilt in vain, which will bring tax revenue to the municipality, not to mention employment." ”

"There is also Mr. Bess's military factory, which must have greatly promoted the development of supporting industries. And industry has always been the weakness of our Genoa and even of the South. This must be well known to the Governors and Mayors of the North. ”

"That's true. Before Byrne could speak, Stanley said, "Industry is the representative of the economy, especially in Gyeonggi Province, where factories equipped with steam engines are simply monsters that mint money. Lord Viscount, I have this ...... of you"

"Free Trade Zone!"

"Yes, the Free Trade Zone program is very much appreciated and I believe that it will be the starting point for Genoa's economic take-off. ”

Unlike Byrne, Mayor Stanley is more focused on economic development, because that's what drives tax growth.

Byrne cautiously said:

"I hope so. In fact, we in Poitu are also an excellent port, and some people think that having another port in Vichy would undoubtedly dilute the government's tax revenue. ”

"Those people are just trying to put money in their pockets. Stanley scoffed, and it seemed, as mayor, that he didn't have a day or two of opinions about those people.

"I assure you that the tax payable in the free trade zone will not be less than a shilling. Sean hurriedly said, "At the same time, all our industries here will welcome the tax bureau to inspect them at any time." ”

finally got the last bit of doubt from the official, and Sean was in a happy mood.

In fact, the centralization of this plane is extremely weak compared to what Sean had seen in the history books in his previous life, and this is a kind of inheritance of the privileges that local people had in the past.

However, this kind of local privilege has also become a shackle to the development of the domestic economy, and the complex tax system that varies from place to place, and the tariffs for inter-provincial transactions have greatly hindered the free flow of goods, making each province a country within a country.

At this time, Sean saw Countess Robinson approaching.

It's like seeing a beautiful landscape.

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