"It's rare for you to be in this place at this time, and it's surprising that your eyes look filled with something indescribable. Firmness. May I take the liberty of asking, what has just happened to you? ”

In the office of the cloister, Murphy, the dog planner who had just completed the "No. 003 Regiment Ben Rotting Corpse Land Planning Proposal", put down the quill in his hand and looked at Count Andrei who pushed the door in front of him.

The Governor's handsome face was full of smiles, and from the twinkle in his eyes, it was clear that the bad guy must know why André had come.

He just wanted to hear the Earl, who was a little younger than him, but no less ambitious, say it himself.

"I don't believe you didn't have eavesdropping in your corridor, but I don't care, and I must say it bluntly, I feel like you've recruited a bunch of awesome guys from another world."

The Earl of Baishan said angrily:

"One of their Excellency has just beenched me in a deep way, and I know that he intends to take advantage of my fame and position, but I have to admit that his nonsense is quite reasonable.

I've already made my decision, and I'm here to make sure that the property I'm about to invest in is promised and sheltered by the official government of Translasia?

Please understand, Governor Murphy, that my origins and my style dictate that I cannot do things that would disgrace my family. ”

"If you want to ask about this, I will tell you that I do not support their actions, but I will not object to it, and it will take time to verify whether the appearance of an otherworldly casino will have a good or bad impact on this land."

Murphy patted the casino plan that Miriam had just sent to him, and the group of guys had given the casino a nice name called "Treasure Bay".

The location they chose happened to be right next to a gulf stream in the Cadman River, and the name wasn't too outrageous, but don't think I don't know where you got your inspiration from!

This is a big goblin who has made up his mind to become the great goblin of Translasia.

But these thoughts and complaints could not be revealed to Count Andrew, so Murphy changed his tone to a gentler tone, and told the most true thoughts in his heart to the Earl of the North in front of him.

He said:

"My Archon told me that this project would definitely make a lot of money, and with your participation, it would be an instant hit with the Nord merchants who are already on the border of Translancia and are about to complete their first trade in Batasin, and go to the Crimson Keep to investigate.

This is a rare opportunity for this 'entertainment industry'.

But my advice to you is that for the sake of your reputation, it's best not to get involved yourself, and it's safest to choose a 'white glove'.

Need I introduce you to a few? ”

"Not necessarily."

When Andre heard Murphy's answer, he had a bottom in his heart.

Then, he replied with some embarrassment:

"My servant Vestal will take care of these issues for me, and I have come to you today with an unspeakable request.

It's a bit embarrassing to say, but I might need to borrow a sum of money from you for investment first. ”

This was probably the first time Andre had made such an unseemly request to others, and his white face revealed a blush from nervousness and thin-skinnedness.

Murphy was stunned for a moment when he heard this request, and then he immediately reacted, and said in his heart that this is a good bewitching ability, and three or two sentences brought Andre into another bull's horn.

The vampire lord immediately got up, and he said:

"Aren't you a little too extreme?

I mean, I know you want to distance yourself from your sister and the Grand Duke to prove your independence and growth, but there's no need for such a complete separation.

You need to grasp this subtlety.

I believe that if you return all of your current possessions to Borean Castle, it will be a rather unnecessary red flag to Her Majesty the Wolf Maiden, and that you may have to disown her in some way.

I mean, just don't ask for help from now on, you don't have to turn yourself into a pauper all at once. ”

"I understand, Your Excellency the Governor, that I have not been reckless to that extent."

Andrei explains:

"At the moment I have sealed the funds and supplies of the White Mountain faction, and they will not be activated until my personal risky speculation fails.

My thought is that I should be as self-made as you are, and that those supplies represent some kind of 'cowardice', and if I use them again it will prove that I am far from being as good as I thought I was.

It's a test of myself. ”

"Well, such an action shows me your determination, and of course, I will help you, as a friend and comrade-in-arms."

Murphy nodded and said:

"Later there will be enough money to be sent to your place of residence for your initial investment, but please understand that since you want to put yourself to the test, we might as well follow the rules.

The money I lend you will charge a certain amount of interest, which will definitely be lower than the market. ”

"I accept!"

Andrei let out a sigh of relief, and he said:

"Don't you need me to sign an IOU? If my investment fails, you can take it to Fort Boreas to my sister and ask for it. ”

"I'm afraid I'll be hacked to the ground by the Nord royal guards the moment I step into the Ice Palace."

Murphy rolled his eyes and said:

"The act of bewitching my dear brother to run away from home is unacceptable to any responsible sister, and my image in the eyes of Her Majesty the Wolf Lady is bound to be extremely bad because of this speculation of yours.

But it doesn't matter, it's a risk that must be paid for the sake of friendship.

A businessman from your home country will be arriving at the Crimson Keep in a week, and I know you've never liked to be involved in this kind of social interaction, but if you want to get a quick return on your investment, you might want to change your style.

What do you think? ”

"Well, good advice, I'll take it, then I won't bother you."

The Earl of White Mountain stood up and said goodbye to Murphy.

After he leaves, Murphy summons Adele, his trusted intelligence officer and butler, and asks her to go to the Vulture Treasury, and withdraw a piece of money to send to Andre's loyal servant, Vesta.

This is a private loan and is not accounted for.

However, the development and expenditure of the territory during this period have made the blood vulture treasure trove not as rich as before, and Murphy feels that he should engage in open source and reduce expenditure.

However, he also knew that this situation was not the time to worry about money, and if the rapid development of the territory could not be guaranteed, then when the black plague really arrived in Transnesia, the jackals would definitely give him a big "surprise".

"It's decided!"

Murphy made up his mind in his office, saying:

"Spend all the money in the treasury before the Black Plague really comes! Leave a maximum of one as a reward for the army and young players.

Hopefully, the construction that this money can bring will add more chances to this land.

But this kind of thing always sounds a little weird in casinos, why not issue a 'special management right'? lest this kind of thing for the sake of dominion should appear again and again.

Wait a minute

If it's a license, wouldn't it be more rewarding?

Tsk, Miriam and Professor Malcolm would certainly have complained about the moral offense, but they would have happily accepted the offer with realism in the end.

Well, that's it. ”

——

Merchants from Nordtov have already completed the first wave of deliveries in the city of Batasin, along with representatives of the Batasin Chamber of Commerce and the Kadman People's Army.

The deal was made within the framework of an "aid agreement" between the officials of Transllania and Nordtov, and the merchants who could participate were all well-known businessmen in the country and chambers of commerce with close ties to the royal family.

The Palian Knight, who presided over this settlement, can say without exaggeration that one of these Northern businessmen in front of her is counted as one, and all of them are the white gloves of the upper class.

There is no such thing as a person who really starts from scratch on his own and makes the business so that he can intervene in the business level of the country in this day and age, but there is nothing to be ashamed of or despise about it.

Because the Palian Knight knew very well that he was actually one of them.

Her current status and status are seen by others as the "white gloves" of the Governor of Translancia and the Scarlet Archon, and to be honest, without this status, Palian knows that she is not even qualified to look up to this circle.

And now she is taking two of her assistants, her two precious daughters, to take stock of the goods in a newly built temporary warehouse outside the city of Batasin.

Members and subordinates belonging to the Batasin's Chamber of Commerce were busy here, and all the merchants of Transencia had been gathered and twisted into a rope by the Palian Knights.

They are shrewd people, and they know very well that working hard right now can bring about the possibility of a class leap for themselves and their families.

Driven by such a thirst, there is no need for Parryn Knight's ears to be mentioned, and everyone in the entire venue is working very hard.

"Everyone work hard, finish the count before the evening, there is a banquet to attend in the evening, and all those who have obtained the status of 'civil servants' will wear the best clothes and bring their families."

Standing on a chest, the Palian Knight shouted to the people around him:

"If you don't prepare a dress in advance, go to my eldest daughter to pick it up later, Archon Miriam has designed and provided the dress for the civil servants."

"It's too tiring, Lady Parry."

An old merchant next to him sat on the box resting and beating his legs, and he said with a strange expression:

"I used to envy the leisurely life of those decent people, but after I really became one of them, I realized that their life was not easy at all.

It never occurred to me that going to a banquet would become a headache and a challenge to resist.

Now I'm going to listen to those northern guys reciting those sour poems at the banquet again, I think my little grandson writes better things than them! ”

"It's a job, Patan, no one wants to throw away their face to meet those guys, but they can make us a lot of money, so what's the burden of smiling?"

The Knight of Paryn shrugged his shoulders and thumped his shoulders as he replied, causing the merchants around him to laugh at the ledgers.

Soon, however, Parlian noticed that her second daughter was walking briskly into the warehouse, still holding a folded note in her hand, and the expression on her face was serious, indicating that something had happened.

Palian was shocked, said a word to the other merchants, then turned around and walked to her daughter's side, and without asking too much, she took the note and glanced at it, and then let out a sigh.

It's not a sudden bad thing, it's a message from the Scarlet Keep administration.

It said that Count Baishan and his servants would arrive in Batasin City tonight to participate in the reception of the Beikee merchants, and asked the Batasin Chamber of Commerce and Lady Parin to do a good job of receiving and assisting them.

Parlian is quite a shrewd person.

Almost immediately, she tasted the hidden meaning from it.

As far as she knew, Count André, who lived in Transnesia, was a very simple man, and she had never seen Count Baishan participate in a ceremonial reception so actively, which was enough to show that the count wanted to make a move at this banquet.

Considering that tonight's guests are all the "fellow countrymen" of the Earl of Baishan, maybe this banquet will also be given some political factors.

Palian Knight's mind was racing, and she quickly had an idea.

Returning to her fellow merchants, she waved the note in her hand and said loudly to the others:

"Good news, guys! There's a real big man coming to Batassin tonight, and for that we have to raise the bar for tonight's banquet.

The good thing is that everything is ready, just a few minor adjustments need to be made.

Fanny, and Lewis, don't be busy here, you used to serve the great nobles, now hurry to the banquet hall and adjust.

Take out the highest spec we can come up with right now.

Tonight we will no longer be the protagonist but the foil, which means that we can really enjoy the leisure time of relaxation. ”

Under her command, several merchants left in a hurry, while the rest discussed tonight's events in the warehouse.

Since the Batasim Chamber of Commerce is the only large business organization in Transnesia, they also have a certain official background, which gives these guys quite a lot of access to information.

They slowly pieced together the "truth" behind this banquet.

"I've heard that the new village chief at Farm No. 1 has signed an order with the Brotherhood of Stonemasons to modify a casino in the river bend outside the village!"

An old merchant smoked his pipe and whispered:

"On top of that, according to my fellow countrymen in the Brotherhood of Masons, that casino is exclusively for foreigners, and locals can't go there."

"There is an agreement between Farm No. 1 and Farm No. 2."

The other merchant looked left and right and whispered:

"Farm No. 2 has been making horse-drawn carriages for the past few days, and it happens to hire my former buddy, and he said that the head of No. 2 Farm is going to do transportation and reception between Batasin City and Crimson Keep, and the route he has drawn happens to take a detour past Farm No. 1, which is obviously to solicit customers from that casino."

"The Earl of Baishan is the younger brother of the Queen of the North Yankees, and he suddenly came out to party with the merchants at this time, which in itself reveals strangeness."

The Knight of Parryn sat down on the chest, and she narrowed her eyes and said:

"Do you think it's possible that the village chief of Farm No. 1 has already connected with Count Baishan and asked him to come forward to add a little popularity to that casino?"

"Possibly! But the casino hasn't been built yet."

"The Brotherhood of Stonemasons builds houses very quickly, and it only takes them a day or two to build a house with psionic energy, and if you don't think about comfort and prepare in advance, then a week is enough time to open a house.

It will take at least a week for the merchants of the North to get to the Crimson Keep, and they will have to settle the delivery of the follow-up supplies here. ”

"Why don't you wait and see? Look at the casino's business before deciding? ”

"It's too late to wait until people make money and then buy shares! The merchants of the North are also very shrewd, and now that they have the Earl of Baishan to stand on the platform, they will pretend to be very concerned even if they don't care about this matter.

They will definitely invest there!

Even if it's just to please the earl, it's a member of the royal family! Closing the distance in this way, the opportunity to earn favors is simply falling from the sky. ”

"The only advantage we have now is that the Northerners don't know the news until late, and they have at least two days to react!

Guys, we can't wait any longer! Send someone to Farm No. 1 immediately to check on the situation, if everything is true, I still have some spare money here"

"Invest in the name of the Batasin Chamber of Commerce!"

Lady Parlian reminded:

"I don't think they'll accept private investment, it's definitely with the approval of the Governor and the Lady Consul, it's an official project.

How can we, as merchants of Transansia, sit idly by and watch our property being encroached upon by outsiders?

My opinion is that a family can put together a little money to get our hands in before the deep-pocketed Northerners are out, and their casinos must need all kinds of supplies to open, which happens to be our forte.

I'll give you a piece of information in advance. ”

Knight Batasin lowered his voice and said:

"Next month, and at the latest, the Doge will send a group of merchants to the Genoa Peninsula on behalf of Transnsia.

The list is still undecided.

If you want to squeeze in, you have to say that this is the best opportunity now, and Lord Murphy's eyes have been on Transnesia, and everything that happens here cannot be hidden from him.

It's not just the businessmen of the North who need to make connections, everyone, we also have a thick thigh waiting for someone to pick it up.

Everyone, take action! ”

(End of chapter)