"Entertainment venues, don't just think of it as just for entertainment. It's actually a big driver of economic growth. ”

Standing beneath the giant pitch, Rhodes patiently explained economics to Brandioto and Mondrar.

Although the two listened a little blindly, many points of view were slowly listened to.

"This stadium, well, an arena is also an arena. It appears to be of no practical value, and can neither be inhabited nor used as a storehouse or military fortress. However, when it hosts major events, it can attract the whole city to the city, even people from the surrounding towns and merchants. The ball game is not held in a day or two, these people watch the ball game here, they need to eat, drink and live, right? Therefore, it also drives the surrounding service industry. ”

"Service industry?"

Brandiotto asked.

"Yes, to put it simply, everything that you see around you right now belongs to the service industry. ”

Rhodes said, gesturing to the houses around the Colosseum.

It was then that Brandiotto discovered that most of these houses were not residential buildings, they were either taverns, hotels, or brothels...... Brandiotto had a bit of a realization.

"The tournament attracts people from all over the city and the surrounding area, and these people need a variety of services during the tournament. So, they will spend here. For example, going to a tavern to drink, talking about an event, such as going to a hotel to stay, or going to a brothel...... These activities are bound to prosper in the urban areas of the area, where the consumption of outsiders stimulates local consumption, and copper plates flow into the pockets of vendors, attracting more people to open hotels and other service establishments. Rents and land prices have risen in the surrounding area as a result. Unconsciously, a lot of jobs have also been created, and some people have gradually become rich through these activities. ”

Rod patiently explained. In order to reuse Brandi Otto as a person, he had to tell him what he knew. Help him integrate into his team as quickly as possible.

And what Brandiotto was thinking was that Rhodes was also a shrewd man. The Grand Arena was planned and built for him, and although the initial investment was huge, the surrounding land must have belonged to the private domain of the Great Lord for a long time. After the Colosseum prospered, these skyrocketing land prices and rents must have flowed into the pockets of the Great Lord himself.

As a businessman, Brandi Otto was sensitive to this. But at the same time, he also knows that in the future, what he has to play is not the ability to make money, but the ability to manage. It seems that the Great Lord of Kislev beside him does not lack the means to make money......

"This is the role of the service industry in driving and stimulating the economy. ”

Rod went on to explain -

"As you can imagine, when dense crowds come here, trade in goods will be more frequent. Where there is a crowd of people, there is an economy. The game is just an introduction to draw the crowd in. Every summer, the stadium hosts a week-long competitive tournament. After that, it's time for the Wine Festival. A feast for the eyes also needs a feast. Isn't it?"

Rod said with a smile. Brandiotto, on the other hand, felt that his knowledge was insufficient, and he had been in business for many years, but he had learned a lot in the backwoods of Kislev......

"Then let's talk about management. ”

Rhodes went on to say –

"Entertainment is not just entertainment, in fact, it is also a good means of maintaining social order. It can kill the leisure time of the population, not only relaxation, but also catharsis. Forget your worries and your pain in entertainment. Even if it's only temporary. ”

"But there must be moderation in entertainment. Excessive entertainment can make people indulge and sink in. This is something to be wary of. You know, it is easy for a self-disciplined person to sink, but it is difficult for a person who has sunk to regain self-discipline. ”

Rod's words are profound, not only in terms of management, but also about future chaos battles. In fact, the reason why Chaos has such a large legion in the crisis of the end of the world, many of them are fallen humans. Sinking and depravity not only changed their temperament, but also ultimately their appearance, making them look like monsters. But no one thought that these ugly monsters were once part of the human race.

"Therefore, whether it is a ball game or a wine festival, it cannot exceed a week at most, and it cannot add up to more than half a month. Laziness can become a habit, and relaxation should be done in moderation. Once the festival is over, patrols must be prepared to clear the streets. The sanitation team should also be involved in cleaning up the environment. ”

"A week-long festivities generate countless amounts of household waste and the environment deteriorates. This is a condition for the contagion of the disease. It must be stifled. ”

Rhodes said, turning the conversation to another aspect – urban sanitation and disease prevention and control. Brandiotto just listened attentively, and he knew these aspects before, but in the Empire, these things were not taken seriously. It's just that in the current Erengrad, under the rule of the Great Lord of the North, all the things that had been neglected in the empire have been re-emphasized.

"Lord Brandiotto, your arrival will bring the advanced technology of the Empire to this country, this city. But, before that, you have to know the kingdom first. This is a completely different kingdom from your impression. Even if you hear a lot about it outside, you still have to be there to really understand it. My 'Boss' will show you how to get acquainted with it. ”

Rod said, smiling and introducing Alves to Brandioto. This ruthless character has been quietly managing the city behind the scenes, and even the entire North.

"It's an honor to meet you, Lord Alves. ”

Brandioto turned his head and greeted Alves warmly.

But the shrewd Alves noticed the subtle change in the other man's gaze. First there was surprise, then there was compromise. The subtle disdain in his gaze was also keenly captured by Alves. It's just that he doesn't break it. It should be said that he is used to it. There is no normal person who would not despise a dwarf. No matter how much preparation this person had before, the moment he saw the real person, this kind of disdain would inevitably arise. After all, in human society, appearance is still important. Some people, even if they have no skills, waste one. But with his outstanding appearance, he can still mix well in human society. And a person with an ugly appearance like Alves has to rely on 200% of the hard work of the day after tomorrow to make up for this innate deficiency.

"It's not an honor, I think, you won't be honored to meet me. Discuss politics and economy with a dwarf about urban management, oh...... It's not very convenient. We'd better talk in private. ”

Alves said, patting the palm that Brandi Otto had handed him to shake hands. Then he turned and walked forward. Leaving Brandi Otto with an embarrassed face.

"That's how he is. It's good to get acquainted with it, and you'll see another Alves. A genius. ”

Rod said with a smile.