"Chapter 13: The Merchant Program"
[Fatis: [Strike 2], [Iron Bone 2], [Riding 5], [Trainer 2], [Tactics 1], [Domination 1]; γ
Compared to the game, the Fatis observed by Byron in reality is much different, and he can't see attributes, only skills. And there are some changes to these skills, for example, the game Fatis does not have a level 5 riding skill.
However, from his status, it makes sense as a cavalry officer from a noble background.
Fatis was now out of his former family, and it was his own punishment for himself, repentance for his mistakes, even if his father was grieving over it.
But for Byron, such a fatis helped him even more. can not only say good things for him in front of the nobles, but also serve him without worries.
Considering Fatis and his excellent ability, Byron offered a weekly salary of 10 dinars, which was naturally not high among the aristocracy, but it was completely guaranteed that Fatis would still be able to live a decent life during non-combat periods.
However, Fatis himself cut this figure in half, and according to him, he did not have the luxury of making much money with Byron, but only wanted to find a new life on this journey.
Of course, Byron agreed, and there was naturally nothing left to save money.
Because Fatis didn't take anything else with him when he left the house, and he didn't have any good armor on him, so as a gift for joining, Byron gave Fatis his previous chain mail to Fatis, and this time Fatis was also very happy to accept it.
As a former officer, he was well aware of the value of good equipment to soldiers.
Byron also introduced them to Fatis after John and the others had arrived at the tavern, in the name of the former Suno officers, of course.
John and the others naturally regarded Fatis as the second person after Byron, after all, in terms of combat effectiveness and command, Fatis surpassed them too much, not to mention being an officer.
After everyone got to know each other, Byron began the most important job of returning to Suno, which was to purchase high-quality olive oil and find a suitable place to sell it.
"The olive oil trade in Suno is almost monopolized by the aristocracy and the big caravans, and they all have a relationship with us, but if you buy a small amount, it's still fine."
On the recommendation of Fatis, Byron came to a large oil mill, which had an aristocratic background behind it, and the production was of good quality, and even the lord's table had their oil.
"We have 20 cans of fine olive oil, 60 cans of ordinary olive oil, and of course, compared to other homes, our average quality oil is also very good, and it is all used at the banquet level."
The owner of the oil mill was very enthusiastic about selling his goods, and Byron showed the certificate given to him by the Paraven merchant at the beginning, which in the boss's opinion meant that the other party had enough financial resources and credit, so he personally came out to entertain Byron.
"So, what about the price?"
After listening to the boss's boast for a long time, Byron also asked the most important question.
"Okay 5 dinars, 3 dinars in general, that's a good price for you for the sake of that guy's face. If you sell it to Dehrim now, you'll make a lot of money. β
The price offered by the boss is still good, and Byron has also inquired before, and the olive oil can now be sold for 5 dinars a can in Parabun and Dehrim, and the quality is not as good as that produced in Suno. In particular, the price of high-quality olive oil can be doubled.
"What about the selling price of olive oil abroad? Did you know this? β
Byron had already pulled out his money bag, and the oil mill owner's eyes kept moving back and forth with the rise and fall of the silver coins.
"What? Want to go abroad? Then these oils probably won't satisfy your appetite. According to last year's market, the price of oil in Vicchia is not low, and the exchange of olive oil for steel and iron in Kulau can earn at least twice as much as a round trip. However, there was too much oil sold last year, so it's hard to say this year. β
"As for the Kugit Khanate and the Salander Sultanate, I advise you not to go, the caravan of 100 men is no match for the steppe bandits, and the herders are not interested in olive oil. This is probably the case in the desert, and many merchants die in the desert every year. β
"And what about the kingdom of Rhodok?"
Byron lowered his voice and added in passing.
"Of course, I'm just asking."
The boss gave him a surprised look at him, then a strange smile.
"King Haraus has now banned almost all exports to Rhodoc, including olive oil. As far as I know, the silver coins earned by successful border smugglers are now available in carts. But those merchants have cooperated with those adults, so if you rush there... I'm afraid that the soldiers on both sides will shoot it into a sieve with crossbows. β
An hour later, Byron walked out of the mill with his much lighter purse, and with deep thought.
Before, his idea was to find a town in the kingdom of Swadia and sell the oil, make a profit, and be safe.
After that, save money to recruit a troop to go north to the kingdom of Vekia to fight the pirates, just like in the game.
But now that I think about it, he was still too naΓ―ve, and he was also constrained by the habits of the game.
Reality is reality after all, the continent of Calradia is not something that can be walked in a few days like in the game, and the cold of the northern snowfields is no joke. It may take more than a month to go back and forth, just to run over and fight a few pirates? In reality, it is really a bit unreasonable.
And those pirates who are important assets for novices in the game are probably only more ferocious. If you get injured in the game, you'll get better quickly, but in reality, if you get an axe... Byron was scared to think about.
The most important thing is that the profits are not enough, the materials, salaries, and equipment losses purchased back and forth, as well as the possible high war damage, I am afraid that the clothes and weapons on the pirates can pay off, not to mention that people are not stupid, the ferocity and organization of the Nord pirates even the nobles of the Kingdom of Vekia have a headache, let alone him.
In contrast, the smuggling to Rhodoc business mentioned by the boss just now may be better done, and the profit is worth it.
Rhodok borders only two countries, Svadia and the Salander Sultanate, and the territory bordering Swadia accounts for ninety percent of the border, through which almost all foreign goods pass. Now that the kingdom has cut off this path, it is estimated that the prices of many foreign goods within the kingdom of Rhodok have skyrocketed.
Similarly, the Djerkhara velvet, which is the best-selling commodity in the kingdom, is now estimated to be in the warehouse, and the price of velvet from the outside world is also rising, what a good opportunity to make money!
As long as you can sell the olive oil through the border, it's a big deal to make a detour from Salander when you come back, and then do something else along the way.
Byron, a specialty product from all over the world, probably has the impression that if he really runs around the mainland merchants, then the silver coins he earns will probably have to be pulled by a horse-drawn cart.
"That's right, just find a way to cross the border......"
Thinking about the plan in his heart, Byron felt more and more excited.