Summoning the Holy Sword

Hearing Clause's words, Serek and Keller couldn't help glancing at the dark-haired boy sitting next to him, but Rhode didn't say half a word when he looked at them, on his face His expression didn't change at all, it seemed as if he hadn't heard anything from Clauser.

"Since Mr. Rhode refuses to say it, let me go first."

Seeing that Rhode refused to say a word, and Clauser no longer persecuted, he opened his mouth with a smile, and then looked at Keller sitting next to him.

"Mr. Keller, the Merchants Union has done too much lately. I have warned them about this, but these people have no intention of remorse. On the contrary, they think that the price of ore has been artificially depressed. Suspected, this hurts their interests, and I think that's why these guys want to do these things. "

Speaking of this, Clauser's tone was a little dark, and Keller was serious.

Rhode took the tea cup and stared at the black tea in front of him. On the surface, it seemed indifferent to Clause's words, but in fact he knew the cause and effect of the whole thing.

In the Principality of Munn, businessmen have no status. They can make a lot of money and gain fame in many ways, but they can't improve their power too much. The ruling class of the Principality of Muen has always been very tight on trade, especially on basic materials such as salt, ore, and grain, and has strictly controlled them to try to keep the prices of these goods and commodities in a stable situation. This is of course beneficial to the stability of the entire country, but for the businessmen, they have lost a good opportunity to make money. The businessmen's family name is chasing interests. Although they can now get a lot of benefits in the Principality of Munn, they cannot pursue the biggest Interest, which makes many business people very dissatisfied.

Not only that, but the lack of power of speech of businessmen is also a problem that they are very concerned about. In the Principality of Muen, the royal family is the supreme existence. To put it bluntly, they do not allow major businessmen to threaten their power through or through monopoly Therefore, once a chamber of commerce attempts to use this as a means to threaten the rule of the royal family, it is for the royal family --- fattening pigs, finally it is time to kill meat.

So those who do business in the Principality of Munn are very aware of one thing. If you just make money honestly, it doesn't matter. But if you want to use this to shake the authority and power of the royal family, then you are dead ... Although under such coercion, many businessmen have accused and even threatened the Principality of Muen with anger, thinking that they are In breaking the rules, if they continue this way, no one dares to do business with them. But for these threats, the Principality of Muen has never looked at it. After all, it is located in the main traffic corridor of the mainland, with trade routes extending in all directions, rich in products, cheap and good quality. If you don't come, others will come. If you don't want to make money, it doesn't mean that everyone doesn't want to make money. You think it's dangerous, but there are speculators who want to get rich in danger-chasing interest is the businessmen's family name, and morality and justice are never what they should care about.

In fact, the merchants of the Principality of Muen hope that they can be treated like the big chambers of commerce in the country of light-in the parliament of the country of light, the relationship between those parliamentarians and the big chamber of commerce is very close. Lawmakers use the money and manpower of the Chamber of Commerce to enhance their influence, and the latter pays for redistribution of political resources. Therefore, these large chambers of commerce have great power in the Lightland, and even some people have much higher status than the lords of those territories.

At this time, the Merchant Confederation of the Principality of Muen was very enthusiastic. They had proposed several times, hoping that the royal family of Moen could relax their restrictions, but shouted a few of the highest jumps in Lydia. After the fiercest guy hanged on the public square outside the Golden City, no one was stupid enough to bring up the topic.

After all, the goal of a businessman is to make money first, and the other is the other. If you have no life, how can you make money?

"I have once again issued a written warning to them, asking them to reduce the price of ore to a reasonable range within three days. Otherwise, I will consider taking some measures to force the price down."

Speaking of this, Krause sighed.

"I have contacted other commercial organizations in the region. I have promised to compensate some of the price difference, but they must keep their commodity prices unchanged. I do n’t want to see this cause any problems. Because of the attack, we are not as good as before in the circulation of goods ... "

Speaking of which, Krause smiled at Rhodes again.

"Thanks to you this time, Mr. Rhode, otherwise, it would be difficult to say what the Pafield area would look like if Commercial Road continued like this ..."

Rhode took a sip of black tea, but still said nothing, but Krause didn't mind it. Many people who didn't know Rhodes saw him at first glance, and it was easy for Rhodes's boss to hold one. The dead face felt that he didn't like to talk. In fact, only those who were more familiar with him like Serek would know. Don't look at the expressionless expression in Luo Deping, but his words were actually quite a bit.

Rhodes doesn't know why Krause always talks about himself. He can vaguely guess a reason in his mind, but this doesn't mean that he is willing to do what the other party thinks. In any case, Clause invited him to this secret talk, and we can see that he should have noticed something, but since the other party didn't plan to tear his face and open the skylight to speak brightly, then Rhodes naturally did not. I'm stupid enough to stand up.

"... but I think the Merchants Union is likely to reject my request."

At this moment, Clause's tone became much colder and colder. He was clearly sitting in the sunny and warm living room, but it seemed like a cold current was blowing, making people tremble.

"This will make me very disappointed. Mr. Keller, I know that the Keller family has always had its own set of ideas in mines, and the noble family has been in Deepwater City for a long time, and I also believe in your credibility. I don't know ... you Are you interested in expanding your industry? "

Hearing here, Keller's eyes widened slightly, and he put down the tea cup in his hand, his face was a little stiff.

Keller is not a fool, of course he knows what this means. Obviously, if the Merchants Union does not intend to accept Krause's offer, then in three days, he will be sitting in that position!

Now, the reason why Clauser made this suggestion to himself was in fact to imply that he should prepare early and take over as soon as possible.

Thinking of this, Keller couldn't help but feel a cold sweat behind him. Obviously, the reason why Krause offered this suggestion to himself must have been investigating the previous things and noticed the contradiction between him and the Merchants Union. And conflict, that's what made this decision.

When he thought of this, Keller was very grateful for his original decision. Although he had heard of the Golden City's methods long ago, he was so unbridled that it was beyond his expectation. If he had succumbed to the Merchants Federation Next, if you promise to join hands with them, then I am afraid that someone sitting here will now replace himself in his seat.

What will happen to your family if that is really the case?

Keller shivered, and at this moment he could not care about Rhodes and Serek, who were still watching good shows, and stood up immediately and answered firmly.

"Please be assured, Lord Clauser, I will be ready."

"That's fine."

After hearing Keller's answer, Clauser smiled, and then he turned to look at Serek and Rhodes.

"So, two people, what I'm going to talk about next is yours-especially about the emerald tears mercenary group."

"If it's about this topic, then I have nothing to say."

Rhode put down the tea cup in his hand.

"I just did what I should do, it's that simple."

Upon hearing Rhode's answer, Krause's eyes flashed, and then he narrowed his eyes and smiled again.

"I understand what you mean, Mr. Rhodes. But I think I need to tell you something ... just two days ago, Mr. Clinton, the envoy of the Dragon Kingdom of Light, had left here and set off for his return home. He was at I made a diplomatic protest before leaving ... "

"Humph."

Hearing here, both Rhodes, Serek and Keller couldn't help humming.

Clinton was originally from the Principality of Munn, and as a betrayer he ran to the kingdom of light. It was only after a few years that the watchdog ran back with vigour on behalf of his master. Be a thing?

Betrayers are not welcome everywhere.

"He thinks that the destruction of the Emerald Tears Mercenary Corps and the accidental disappearance of Captain Frank are related to you. Since Captain Frank is a well-known family member of the Kingdom of Light, this matter may not end so easily. Hearing his tone, it is presumed that in the near future, the State of Light may formally make a note to our country and ask to investigate you and your mercenary regiment. "

This is really interesting.

Rhodes frowned, and now he finally understood one of the reasons why Clauser invited himself.

"This is a baseless complaint. I don't think I need to worry about things that don't exist."

Rhode said the righteousness was strict, there was no pause or hesitation, as if the unlucky ghost who had died under his sword was completely stranger.

"Very well, young people need to have this momentum."

Upon hearing Rhode's answer, Clauser laughed and patted him on the shoulder.

"But you don't have to worry too much. After all, this is the internal affairs of the Principality of Munn. The width of the State of Light is limited. And this is Pafield, not the mouse nest of Basel. They want to be on my site. When it comes to wind and rain, you must first ask me if you agree or disagree. In any case, you are doing a good job ... "

Having said that, Clauser paused for a moment, then he raised his head meaningfully, staring at Rhode in front of him.

"So, I have a request, I need your help, and I expect you not to refuse."

Hearing this, Rhode was silent for a moment.

"please say."

"Is such that."

After receiving Rhode's answer, Krause quickly became serious.

"Recently, according to my subordinates, villages near the Lorende Mountains have been attacked by undead."

"Undead?"

Hearing this, Serek said with surprise.

"Yes, undead."

Clause nodded surely.

"Although I haven't seen it myself, I heard the messenger said that it should be something like ghosts and ghosts. They haunt the locals every night, causing great harm to the people there, although I also sent local garrisons. I went to help, but with little effect. So I hope that a professional can help out. Your starlight mercenary team ’s outstanding performance when facing undead is incomparable with other mercenary groups. The regiment suffered heavy losses, and for a while, I could not find a better helper, so I hope you can help them to deal with this disaster. "

Having said that, Clauser paused, then he looked at Serek.

"Mr. Serek, I know the recent ban by the Mercenary Association, but as an administrative officer, I'm afraid I can't wait for such a long time. After all, the villagers there are being attacked by undead. I'm afraid it's too late. And I think you know very well that our church here is not very strong, otherwise we would not allow undead to rag for such a long time. "

"Of course I can understand, Mr. Clauser."

Serek nodded hurriedly.

"Since it is the order of the Administrative Officer, our mercenary association can also handle it at our discretion. Please rest assured in this regard."

"The remuneration is paid by our deep stone city. I believe it will be satisfactory to you, and as compensation, I can pay half of your remuneration in advance, and the rest will be paid after you complete the task, so what do you think?"

Facing Clauser's inquiries, Rhodes did not immediately answer. He drank the black tea in the cup at one breath, and then leisurely crossed his hands, sitting on the sofa, his eyes narrowed slightly.

"If I am not mistaken, the request for assistance should be made by residents of Gaoya Village. Mr. Krause

(To be continued)