Chapter 224: Retribution for Folly (2)
Chapter 224: Retribution for Folly (2)
"What are you talking about? Therement?"
Baruka did not like Ollie's rude way of speaking. He was annoyed that a prominent Holmut merchant could speak so obscenely.
"You said I didn't remember? It was you who was doing the one-sided injustice."
“Although it is called unjust, but…”
Ollie also hated Baruka's intolerable attitude. Although he didn't know the history of the Tremends Chamber of Commerce, he felt that putting on a high profile and showing off was not like the attitude of a businessman.
"A contract is a contract. It should be the freedom of both parties to continue or stop, right? We delivered the goods this week according to the contract. Then we refused to renew the contract."
“But doesn’t this involve a trust issue? We have been cooperating normally and the contract has been renewed automatically, but now it is suddenly terminated without reason. Don’t you think there is a problem with losing trust like this?”
"Theremind, do you think I know nothing?"
"What's up?"
"I have a deep friendship with the adventurer you mentioned, the magic boxer Ye Kai."
The disturbance caused by Falsha spread secretly in Holmt.
The news came from the staff of the nursery. They were angry and helpless, and leaked what happened to the people around them. Because they led the orphans to actively participate in activities such as cleaning the surrounding area, they won the favor of the people around them, and such rumors were not distorted, but were conveyed and spread by word of mouth with good intentions.
"It can be said that the current Baden Chamber of Commerce exists thanks to him. How can I trust someone who looks down on magic boxers? It's impossible, right?"
"Is it because of this? How does Lord Ollie view the trust of merchants? If the trust relationship between chambers of commerce cannot be established, the business will not be able to continue, right?"
"I don't think so. If you want to put pressure on other guilds to destroy the Baden Guild, go ahead. I can destroy my reputation for that magic boxer, and I won't have any regrets. It doesn't matter if I go back to the life of a casual caravan guard. Although he will be close to me, and if time permits, he will even guard a caravan that I can't make money from. This is what I trust."
“Stupid…Are you going to give up your current position?” Baruka stared at Ollie with a painful expression.
"Indeed, the successful people who suddenly emerge are at ease. If you can say that, you'd better be prepared. If you say that you will be in trouble if you don't listen to advice, you will understand."
"Please, please. Because I am also busy and can't help myself, can you take it away?"
Baruka snorted softly and left. Ollie felt as heavy as if he had seen the pus of this historic metropolis.
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Baruka Trementz tracked the news to the largest business in Holzlane, the famous Krampus. As the king's royal merchant, his business has a great influence on the business community in Holmt and has a say in the business guild. If Krampus can be controlled, not only Baden Business, but even Magic Boxer may become a target.
Baruka went to Krampus Firm with the results of his due diligence. Although he was delayed for a while, he finally managed to meet with Muriel.
"I really appreciate you taking the time to see me today. Even though it's just a small gift, please accept it."
To be honest, for someone who claims to be the owner of Krampus Trading Company, these may really be insignificant, but for Baruka, an outsider, this is the best way she can express her sincerity.
"Oh, thank you very much for your thoughtfulness. We are all busy, let's talk business."
"Yes, that's right. Actually, I have a problem and I would like to ask Muriel for help..."
Baruka told her plight. She exaggerated Ollie's unilateral termination of the contract and the arrogance of the magic boxer that led to all this, hoping to gain support and condemn this arrogance together. She was ready to make all the accusations.
But in fact, Muriel is well aware of the current situation. As the president of the largest chamber of commerce in Holmut, his information network is always running and he is aware of everything.
He knew all about Mrs. Trementz's absurd behavior, Ollie's anger, and the fact that Baruka was disowned by Count Matanaly, but the Magic Boxer didn't care.
"I understand your dilemma. However, there is little we can do to help you. We have done our best to meet the demand for the production of reverse bracelets and make the best use of them. As for Monolicot, we have done our best to ensure that there is enough supply for those friendly businesses and partners, and we can't do anything about new demands. I hope you can understand this."
Well, this is the time. If we can get that annoying upstart off the stage, won't Monolicot's profits increase and flow into your pocket, and won't the volume of goods increase accordingly? If we can also bring that guy's craftsmen under the command of the Kraps Chamber of Commerce, our production will increase, and your market monopoly will become a reality. If Lord Muriel can make a decision, this Baruka will assist you wholeheartedly. "
(What a boring man.)
Although he didn't show it, this was Muriel's true feeling.
"Then I would like to ask. The Baden Chamber of Commerce is the Crown Prince's royal merchant. If the plan to plot his downfall is exposed, it is not difficult to imagine that it will anger the Crown Prince who will become the next king. For us, what is enough compensation to make it worth taking such a risk?"
"Yes, that's true..."
Baruka intends to use this opportunity to deepen the relationship with the Krampus Chamber of Commerce and secretly join forces to make the Magic Boxer lose power in the future. First, this negotiation must be carried out.
"Then I, Baruka, will take charge. I will publicly question the dishonest behavior of the Baden Chamber of Commerce at the gathering of the Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Muriel, please contact them secretly and help to gather opinions."
“Okay, so you’re going to take all the risks of this incident alone?”
"That's right! Muriel can ensure a large amount of benefits by just sitting back. Using this as a springboard, if the magic boxer who protects the Baden Chamber of Commerce can be impeached and lose power, the next target will be the Ludo Fund. If the lady who holds actual control can control the fund, it won't be too difficult for Muriel to hold real power. What do you think?"
“Useless effort.”
Muriel felt that there was no point in continuing the conversation and began to think about ending it.
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