Chapter 513 Folks

Corder is a big businessman in the Carroll area. His family has been in business for generations. When he was young, he went out on his own and was well-known in the northern part of the south. He is a man of keen vision and dares to act but is cautious. He is a man who can seize everything. A standard businessman who pursues interests but abides by the spirit of the contract. His family business covers multiple fields such as furs, spices and pharmaceuticals. Because of his wide network of friends, he has channels in the Holy Spirit Plains and the Eastern Territory.

Pal is the eldest son of Cord - if nothing happens, this young man with business talent will inherit his father's business.

Gawain looked at the big businessman Carroll in front of him and matched it with the information in his mind - this was the first time he had seen Cord himself, but for this businessman He was quite familiar with the intelligence of the other party, and there were two things about the other party that impressed him deeply:

The first was the reorganization of the Carroll Business Association. After the Southern Territory Unification War, the Government Affairs Department took over After arriving in the Carroll area, the original loose alliance of local businessmen was reorganized and placed under the management of the Government Affairs Department. The first big businessman to sign at that time was Mr. Codd, and he later actively promoted the rectification of business order in the entire region. , thus entering the sight of the local governor and having a place in the Government Affairs Office.

The second thing is earlier - after the rise of Cecil's alchemical potion, cheap industrial potions quickly covered the entire southern border, and almost all merchants involved in the potion business were affected. Cord's family It was no exception. However, when businessmen were fleeing or changing careers or joining Count Horsman, Mr. Codd did an astonishing move: he abandoned all the family's finished pharmaceutical business without hesitation, and then started He started the wholesale business of herbal raw materials and alchemical potions, and became one of Cecil's earliest raw material suppliers and alchemical potion wholesalers...

An excellent businessman.

"Sit down, there is no need to be formal." Gawain chose to receive the businessman and his son in the study. Naturally, he would not show a condescending attitude. "Betty - prepare tea and bring it to the study."

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There were tables and chairs for guests in the study. Cord and Parr calmed down their nervousness and sat down in as graceful a manner as possible - it was such a thing to be able to sit face to face with such a nobleman. It was an almost unimaginable adventure for businessmen with commoner backgrounds like them. Even with Cord's mind, it was difficult to remain calm, but the big businessman still did not lose his basic judgment - he noticed that this was a study room. This is undoubtedly a good sign.

The living room is the most common place to receive guests, but the study is more private. Many things that can be discussed in the study cannot be brought to the living room.

There is a big deal today.

Gawain observed the reactions of Cord and Parr, and smiled slightly: "Don't be nervous, today we are going to talk about your professional field - Padric recommended you to me. Cord Sir, as far as I know, you have extensive business routes."

"They are all running for a living," Cord carefully considered every word, "in front of you.The past is nothing. "

"There is no need to be modest. The value of merchants is very important to the principality - Mr. Cord, I heard that you even have business in the East? "

Cord's heart skipped a beat. He didn't know how to answer for a moment, and sweat slowly broke out on the back of his neck.

The war between the East Territory and Wang** is going on... Although the South Territory He was not involved in this civil war, but merchants with extensive trade routes were affected to some extent.

In addition to the southern border, Code's business also has a large market in the Holy Spirit Plains. At the same time, he also had some contacts with merchants in the Eastern Territory.

Due to the changes in the situation in Rock Fortress, the trade route to the Holy Spirit Plain is currently slightly blocked. In order to avoid losses, many of them are in contact with the Holy Spirit Plain. Businessmen doing business are thinking of other ways out, and Cord has also strengthened his connection with the East - using the land corridor in the Gulen area as a transit, he has recently sent large quantities of goods there several times, mostly potions...

He did not violate Cecil's laws, all taxes were paid, and all goods were registered, but the Duke suddenly asked this... Should he answer yes or no?

Gawain Cecil is the founding Duke of Ansu, so who does he support in this civil war? From the perspective of legitimacy, he may support the king... But to be honest, who is the most important person in the current civil war? Is there anyone on both sides who is 100% orthodox...

Countless thoughts passed through Cod's mind in an instant, and a large number of interests weighed one after another, but he had to answer, so in just two seconds After hesitating for a while, he finally spoke: "...There are indeed some channels, but due to the impact of the civil war, the channels are not very smooth..."

"For me, the Eastern Territory and Wang** are both Same," Gawain said unhurriedly, "It's just a fight among the juniors. "

Korder's face straightened: "But the channels have been much smoother recently. "

"That's good," Gawain nodded with satisfaction, "The principality needs your business. ”

Code controlled the changes in his expression very well, but his breathing still couldn’t help but suffocate.

Big! Business! Business!!

A bigger business than he imagined!

The big businessman's face almost glowed: "I am willing to serve you - this is the highest honor of our entire family! ! "

Gawain nodded with satisfaction again, and then said: "Then, you should know about this business..."

Corder listened carefully, not daring to leave one behind.

Just as he expected - the Duke wants to do business with the Eastern Territory and sell the potion to the Eastern Territory.

This is a big and public deal. But it can't be done too grandly, so it needs an agent.

Corder and his family will be the agent to carry out the Duke's will and manage the flowing gold coins. p>

The conditions offered by the Duke can be said to be generous—although from now on, the family’s potion business in the East will beInstead of enjoying all the profits exclusively, more than half of the profits need to be turned over to the principality, but this part of the "loss" is nothing compared to the upcoming gains.

With the Duke’s support, how many times will the family’s pharmacy business in the East expand? ten times? Twenty times?

It can only be more than that!

Corder knows what kind of business it is to become an agent of a noble. As a commoner, he knows that there are many people like him who want to fight for such an opportunity even if they lose most of their family wealth: this is A path to join the upper class and obtain the honor of bloodline.

Excellent agents can seek a real title for future generations, and for this possibility, they are willing to pay a huge price.

Although the nobles in the South no longer have much real power and only have honorary titles and limited hereditary treatment, on the other hand, the Duke does not need him to pay a huge price, and he can even Make a lot of money - there's nothing better in the world.

After explaining most of the things, Gawain looked into Cord's eyes: "So, do you understand?"

"Yes, Lord Duke, I I completely understand," Cord nodded quickly. Then he pulled his tie and asked cautiously while calming down, "But I don't understand...why did you choose me specifically?"

Corder blinked, with a hint of understanding on his face. Then he stood up and lowered his head deeply: "I understand - Cord Baldwin, with his family. I swear in my name that I will be loyal and never betray my oath to you."

"You will," Gawain smiled and nodded, and took out a stack of documents, "Then let's sign. Let's make an agreement - Padrick will contact you later and make all preparations for your next business. As for how to start your business in the East... you don't need anyone else to help you."

Cord took the pile of documents solemnly and read it carefully from top to bottom twice - the agreement drawn up by the Duke was more strict and formal than he imagined, and even better than those signed between many businessmen. The contract was much more professional, and he couldn't see anything that could be questioned.

So he signed his name on it - and as the last stroke came down, he took a long breath.

The young man named Parr just watched quietly. He remembered his father's teachings and never said a word or missed a word on such occasions.

After the contract was established, Cord's heart was completely relieved. Then he looked at Gawain cautiously, with a trace of hesitation on his face.

Gawain was ready to return to his previous job at this time, but after noticing the reaction of the big businessman, he still asked: "CodeSir, any more questions? "

"Your Majesty the Duke - I have a very presumptuous question...it may be several questions. I hope you won't feel offended." Cord considered the words more carefully than before, and after getting Gawain After getting permission, he continued, "When we came here, we saw the new vehicles on display in the square... That incredible magic car was impressive. I would like to ask... Is it for sale to civilians? If you want to buy, what are the requirements? "

Looking at the expectant look on the big businessman's face, Gawain couldn't help but laugh: "Of course it is for sale. Like mining machines, magic vehicles can also be bought and sold. Of course, in the early stages it will It's expensive, like the earliest mining machinery, but it's an affordable price for a wealthy businessman like you who needs it. In addition, because this is a brand new thing, the factory production line is still undergoing further adjustments, and some follow-up management systems have not yet been made public. You may have to wait for a while before you can buy it. As for the conditions... first of all, we must be trained to master its control methods, and secondly, we must abide by the supporting traffic regulations, because it is a vehicle that is faster and more powerful than oxen and horses, and we must ensure that it Safety during use. "

"Oh, I completely understand this," Cord nodded repeatedly, "I have seen mining machines, and I can imagine how powerful a vehicle driven by a magic engine would be. Such a thing is on the road. Don't be careful when running. ”

Gawain was very happy to see that someone realized the role of a new thing so soon after its birth, and actively wanted to contact and use it. He saw that Cord still had something to say, so he Encouragement: "If you have anything else you want to say, just say it - I'm not a strict person, and you don't need to be nervous. "

"Thank you for your understanding, I still have a question," Code said while organizing his words, "About the magic network broadcast... There is no broadcasting device installed in the Carroll area yet, but in the future There are both Rock City in the north and the Kande region further south..."

Gawain sighed slightly in his heart after listening to Korde's words.

What the businessman said It is a fact that the current coverage of the Magic Network broadcast device is indeed quite limited compared with newspapers. This is because the production capacity of Magic Network terminals limits its laying. The limited number of terminals determines that Gao Wen can only install them first. Where necessary, Panshi City is a frontline fortress and Kande City is a new industrial city. These two places are naturally included, while the development of the Carroll area can only be postponed.

"Magic Network." The terminals are limited, so they were unable to cover the Carroll area in time, but you can rest assured that Cecil will not abandon any piece of land and the people there. In the next step, we will start to cover the Carroll area including Carroll. Install terminals in cities and towns. "

Hearing Gawain's explanation, Cord first expressed his gratitude, and then said: "Then if the Carroll Business Association is willing to provide funds... we will pay to buy machines and lay relay towers. Pay for maintenance, can you install it for us first? I only have a small request..."

Gao Wen was slightly startled, and then showed a scrutinizing look: "What request? "

Cord cleared his throat and began to describe his thoughts: "That's it. On the way here, I asked about a lot of things related to the Magic Network Broadcasting, and I thought of a... thing that has something to do with the Magic Network. The 'program' on the Internet is somewhat similar, but the content is different. I want to use it to introduce the specialties of the Carroll area and the business projects of our business association..."

The expression on Gao Wen's face did not change. , but he was already shocked. As he listened to Cord's words, his eyes couldn't help but fall on the unfinished plan.

Cord was already in a state of nervousness. It finally subsided, and the words became more fluent: "People say that Carroll has no specialties, but we actually have a good cheese there, which is extremely delicious when paired with the local ocher wine, but there is not much Even if outsiders know it, it is difficult to sell it. This time I heard that I was coming to Cecil City. Several of my friends talked with me for a long time. They wanted to rent a small space in the newspaper to introduce this specialty, but no one knew how. How to do it? We studied all the laws announced by the Government Affairs Department and found no provisions prohibiting this, so I decided to try my luck here, but after seeing the Magic Network broadcast, I thought it was better than the newspaper..."

Gawain couldn't help but interrupt the other party: "You still want to place an advertisement in the newspaper? ! ”

“Advertising? "Corder was stunned for a moment. This was a word he had never heard of before, but Gawain used the root word-making method, combining the two roots of "widely spread" and "inform", so he reacted slightly. Then he understood the meaning, "Ah, so you have already imagined this thing? "

"...No, this is what you created," Gawain pinched his eyebrows and waved his hands, "Continue, Mr. Cord, continue to speak, all your thoughts, all your thoughts , say it all. "

"Yes. I think Magic Network Radio is a better thing. You see, it is more impressive. The active pictures can also directly display the products, and it can spread faster than newspapers - but if it can also be published in newspapers,' Advertisement' That would be even better, because the newspaper is distributed more widely..."

Corder seemed to be more courageous after receiving encouragement from Gawain. He said with excitement on his face that the people next to him Pardu was stunned: This young man had not seen his father so excited for too many years.

“In fact, we also considered whether to spend money to buy a printing press and print the propaganda ourselves. things, but the Government Affairs Office told us that this is illegal...

"There are many businessmen in Carroll who are buying machines and want to build textile factories and brick and tile factories. The Government Affairs Office approved our request, but it is difficult for us to recruit people, and the things we create are not easy to sell... We strictly follow the requirements of the Government Affairs Department, but it is too difficult to promote the thingsNow...

Gawain listened to the big businessman's story one by one. When the other party finally finished speaking, he breathed out softly.

"Your Majesty, Duke," Cord seemed to realize at this moment that he had been too bold just now, with an uneasy look on his face, "These are just some bold ideas of mine, you can... "

"These ideas are very interesting," Gawain interrupted, "and very valuable."

Corder looked overjoyed: "Then... you are. Do you agree?"

"I think it is feasible - of course, this requires strict planning and supporting institutional constraints," Gao Wen nodded, "Can you imagine if businessmen were allowed to do so in newspapers and radio Will there be any results if I publish my own advertisement?"

Korder frowned and thought, and said while thinking: "It will be easier to sell things, and many people will know about the specialties from far away... ..."

As he spoke, he hesitated slightly, but continued: "...There may also be people who fabricate exaggerated descriptions or even completely false information...If the situation gets out of control, people He will even no longer believe what is in newspapers and radio programs..."

Gawain nodded secretly - this is indeed a smart man and a qualified businessman.

He had already thought about false advertising before advertising was really born - although it seems he had no intention of using it.

"As you said, Mr. Codd, this new thing needs to be treated with caution," Gawain said. "Before letting it go, we must formulate stricter rules to prevent Some people commit fraud to prevent others from harming the audience. We need to set up an audit system and a punishment system. On the other hand, we also need to set up a management system for those responsible for auditing in the Government Affairs Department to prevent them from using their power for personal gain and treating their audit qualifications as A tool for profit-making..."

Strict institutional constraints - Cord unconsciously thought of the soldiers in front of the outpost who did not accept a single coin.

Although he did not know what methods the Duke used to restrain the soldiers, he must have had strict systems and disciplines that played an important role.

The big businessman bowed his head in front of Gawain, convinced: "Governing a land is more complicated than I thought. I took everything for granted."

"Governing a land It is indeed complicated, but I am even more fortunate that there are people like you who are diligent and willing to think in this land. Every question you raise is making this land more progressive." Gao Wen stood up and left the office He came to the table, came to Cord, and took the initiative to reach out his hand, "Mr. Cord, thank you for your contribution to Cecil. I will remember your needs. Please go back and wait for the good news."

The big businessman left with his son in fear. Gawain stood quietly in the study for a while, then turned back and sat down at the desk.

He looked at the plan he had drafted and looked at theLooking at the half-finished articles in front of him, after thinking for a moment, he raised his hand and brushed it on the paper.

The unfinished page instantly turned to ashes.

Then Gawain stretched out his hand to the blank manuscript paper next to him, preparing to rewrite the plan. However, before that, Amber's voice came from the empty window sill: "Oh! ——Written in vain."

Gao Wen threw a ball of paper over without looking back. Listening to the "Oh my God" exclamation coming from the window, he picked up the pen again and took out another one from under the desk. A special notebook, open it and write a few words in Chinese characters on it:

On the 8th of May, 736 Ansu, a new lesson.

The people don’t need you to teach them.

Don’t make this mistake again.

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