Chapter 435. Merchants’ Daily Life (6) + Trade and Conscience (1)
“The problem after that was that they couldn’t give up their greed for smuggling salt.”
“Ah, I know roughly what’s going on.”
I could still use this smuggling method a few more times.
Thinking so, they would have forced her to sign a contract.
Even if you don’t have to sign a contract, it will be easy to follow that business.
However, it was not necessary to sign a contract to transfer the rights.
“Did you make an agreement on the premise that you would throw it away if caught?”
“There was nothing I could do about it.”
She put on a puzzled expression and shrugged her shoulders.
“Even if you refuse, I will accuse you after that.”
“I guess all that’s left is to figure out a way to hope they don’t get caught.”
“…that was it.”
I finally got it.
From the first somewhat wary attitude, why does the upper body keep watching even though it is simple smuggling.
It was as bad as I expected.
Ugh, this is a little more tedious than I thought.
I’m not just talking about her situation.
that’s nothing to me
It’s just that I’m stumped.
“…Why did those bastards come and install it now? Even at this time?
Is this also his trick?”
“yes? Who are you talking about?”
“No, no. By the way, did I mention that there are many guys who are in debt in the same way? And them too?”
“Yes, they will be struggling to survive in one way or another.”
“And accordingly, the merchants gulp down the money they’ve been earning like hell.”
She nodded when I compared it to her by swallowing a piece of duck meat that came out as a side dish.
“Then why are you telling me this story? I knew your circumstances.
what is that In the end, being cheated on is your fault. Of course, the one who cheated is worse.”
It might have been better to go to the lord and cling to him.
It’s unclear if the lord will really deal with it properly.
If big money moves, it won’t be easy to handle.
“That’s why I’m telling you all the more, Mr. Arell Ernesia.”
“Hoo?”
“Please forgive me for being rude even though I knew who I was….
You said you already noticed.
I don’t bother asking trivial questions like when did you know?
It was because I acted blatantly from the beginning, as if I had no intention of hiding it. Rather, it was done on purpose in the hope that you would notice.
“Arel Ernesia-sama is trying to get in the way of the Budell Company?”
I don’t think Ellium would understand.
No matter what injustice they commit, it doesn’t matter at all to Arnil and me.
There’s no way they’ll become opponents if they accumulate wealth like that.
“Personally, I find it unpleasant when such people exist.”
There was no need to hide it, so I nodded and revealed my true feelings.
“The entire kingdom of Ernesia. And the purpose is to expand the business network with other countries.”
In the end, the goal is to make our company take care of itself even if I am no longer involved in the business.
In order to do that, we need to set up a plan to control not only the products but also the distribution network for at least the next 10 years.
I don’t need those who obscure the commercial sphere.
“Arell-sama is displeased with them?”
“Yes, from my point of view, these guys are just muddying the water.”
If you want to grow your business, you need to become a floor where credit flows to some extent, if not until transparent.
However, if the number of merchants like them increases, the name of ‘trust’ in the Kingdom of Ernesia will be blurred.
I can’t put a stigma on the country that gave birth to the bad company.
That’s why I recognized them as obstacles.
“If you look at reality, you can’t be as honest as you make money. The most important thing is the weight of the gold and silver coins. I can’t deny that either.”
“…That’s right.
She can’t say anything else either.
Yes, because the number one priority is to make money.
If I earn one penny, I want to earn three pennies.
That is the principle that stimulates their desire to improve.
It is necessary.
“But a degree is necessary. and.”
“You mean to set an example?”
“what? It’s a combination of both.”
I do not deny the expression of example.
“Elium, you want to pay off your debts and get out of the clutches of the evil business.
And I hate them.”
Then there is only one thing to do.
“Aren’t you angry? give me a chance Let me repay you with your own hands.
how is it? Doesn’t that attract you more from your point of view?”
“Let me pay you back.”
what?
It wouldn’t be necessary to say that.
Shouldn’t we set an example for those without conscience with our own resentment?
Scales of Merchant and Conscience (1)
“Elium. You are making a mistake.”
Cherpal, the head of Budell’s company, threatened to hear about Elliom’s business, who had suddenly visited him.
What did she do when she suddenly came, but suddenly said that she would pay off the remaining debt and then cancel the deal.
It is not easy to break a unilateral contract, but as long as the other party promises not to have any complaints after handing over the right, there is nothing to regret.
Nevertheless, the reason he dares to threaten her is because this business is related to smuggling.
She recently had a private conversation with a person from the Arnil Chamber of Commerce.
I don’t know what was going on, but it was enough to make him wary.
“It looks like you had a drink with a pretty noble guest.”
“Yes, he was a very rare guest.”
Elliot didn’t hide anything.
She knew how influential their eyes and ears were in the city, and she had no reason to hide it.
Well, I really don’t know how far this guy can figure it out.
At the very least, he didn’t seem to notice Arel’s true identity.
If he had, he would have behaved differently.
At least he must have the discernment to lower his voice while looking at the other person.
“Thanks to that guest, I finally had a chance to walk on my own, so I’m going to seize that opportunity.”
“Ohh? Interesting indeed. What kind of guest did you have such thoughts?”
“It’s nothing special.”
She secretly revealed her intention to transfer to Sanghoe.
“We have also prepared enough cancellation fees for franchise fees. In addition, I prepared sincere intentions to bless the past with you guys. There will be no problems otherwise.”
A penalty for suddenly leaving Sanghoe and a little sincerity.
If they prepared that far, there would be no reason for them to catch her.
Above all, if the transfer company is the Arnil Company, you have to stop it so they will intervene anyway.
“….Right.”
Cherpal seemed to roll her head for a moment.
It seems that he would be bothered by antagonism with them.
“Are you going to stay in this city?”
“no. I’m thinking about going somewhere else for a while because I agree with them.”
“is it? That would be really sad.
I thought you were a pretty good merchant.”
“That is really overrated. I was in a position where it was difficult for me to just put one in my mouth.”
The two laugh softly.
However, in the atmosphere of the two, a cold chill spreads under their feet.
To put it bluntly, there is no good intention between them.
“I thought you were a good fit for this place.”
“I used to think so too. It must have been a relationship. Isn’t it?”
“Right. Hmm, I hope I can make good use of my experience here.”
“Don’t worry. I will remember my loyalty with you.”
Implicitly, she said that she had no intention of stabbing the Arnil store for the way the Budell store used low-end merchants to profit.
“Loyalty… that’s so reassuring.”
He also glares at her with a cold gaze.
If they pointed out something about smuggling, it would appear without saying that this side also had their own thoughts.
They must be emphasizing that stabbing with dishonest means is a loss to each other.
“The merchant’s world is small. Even if you go to another city, it’s easy to run into them. I will also remember the loyalty of the past. If you have any business, come find me.”
“I’m just grateful that you think so.”
Elliot doesn’t show his true feelings and just laughs it off.
However, her eyes are cold and unmoving.
It’s not like you don’t even notice it.
“Then I hope you pray for each other’s business.”
Instead, he applauds and obediently sends her away.
“I also wish you luck.”
Elyom didn’t lose either and left without saying a word.
“Hmm… Do you have a plan?”
Cherpal stroked his chin and recalled the conversation earlier.
Elliom himself has already conveyed his intention to withdraw from the Budell Chamber of Commerce, and has left the Chamber of Commerce after finishing his business.
“Are you not blocking it?”
Keigin, a treasurer belonging to the Budell Company, approaches at some point and asks a sneak peek.
“So what?”
Cherpal replied indifferently.
“It is ultimately up to the merchants to make or break a contract. Those who come and those who go do not have the talent for words to stop them.”
There is no reason to hold her.
only 5? Even six years ago, the meaning of joining a merchant association was absolute.
Once you join, it is impossible to defeat it unless you have a decent amount of breath.
But now it’s not as strong as that.
It is because times have changed little by little.
“Do you think she won’t blow it?” What
they are concerned about is that Elliom might use the means of the Budel store elsewhere.
“Who will listen to what a mere merchant says?”
Even if they insist, it is enough for them to deny it.
There can be no evidence.
Above all, the moment she accuses her, she will also be accused of being an accomplice.
“Isn’t there such a thing as an if?”
“That’s right… I guess.”
That cannot be denied.
Arnil is the company that I have to transfer to.
However, I do not believe that it is related to the high-ranking people.
And why would the Arnil Company show hostility toward them?
To them, they are just pebbles rolling at their feet.
….not yet.
I feel embarrassed to say this, but the number of gold coins they have is different from themselves.
From their point of view, there is nothing to worry about the dust that will fly away if you blow it.
he was so determined
“But… it must be annoying.”
Still, the emergency cannot be overlooked.
“Then should I have handled it without sending it out…?”
Cherpal regretted it a step later, but Keigin shook his head.
“It is a hasty judgment. She wouldn’t be that stupid either. I must have told you elsewhere before coming here.”
She must also be wary of being silenced after coming to convey her intention to transfer.
So it was obvious that I had told someone that I was going to stop by.
It’s about smuggling, but if you prepare a shield somehow, you can evade it.
But when something else steps on its tail, it becomes a nuisance.
“then??????
“I want you to stop worrying. Because I already had my hands on it.”
Keigin said calmly.
There is no need to deal with it internally.
There’s nothing strange about merchants who carry silver or gold coins in their pockets no matter what happens anytime, anywhere.
No matter how perfect the security is, the city doesn’t pay attention to the alleys, except for Pahilia.
And the Sanghoe, which has settled here, is very good at its ecology.
Understanding Keigin’s meaning, he smiled in contempt.
“It’s a miracle… Hey, it’s not like you don’t understand why you want to escape.”
