Chapter 263: Military Merit in Exchange for Shares (Subscription Request)
Luo Yi's words were like a bolt from the blue, causing a huge commotion in the conference hall.
Some of the people looked at each other in bewilderment, some whispered to each other, some were confused, and some remained expressionless...
Although they received an old aristocratic education, their information channels are definitely richer than those of ordinary subjects, and they also have a certain understanding of companies, factories, groups, etc.
But how could that be connected with the old aristocracy?
It is even more unreasonable that Luo Yi, as an earl, wants to meet with a group company!
However, the benefits of the war also became apparent. At least Roy's prestige is now high enough that no one dares to point at his nose to question or scold him.
Until the Grand Knight Commander Alfonso Zeke stood up, he asked: "My Lord, what exactly is this Raymond Magic Energy Group?"
"I want to promote the popularization of magic machinery in the Flower Territory, but I think this is not just my job!
It is something that you, I, and even all the people in Flower Territory must participate in.
I want everyone to feel the benefits and huge profits brought by magic machinery, so that naturally everyone will respond more actively.
Therefore, Raymond Magic Energy Group came into being."
Luo Yi stood up and walked to the whiteboard. He lifted the black cloth covering it so that everyone could see the words on it.
There, what is written at the top is Raymond Magic Energy Group, with this as the core, and six branches are divided out.
At the end, it says railways, mines, smelting, textiles, medicine and machinery respectively.
Going further down, there are more specific situations, and the largest number is naturally mines.
There are several mines currently being mined in Flower Territory, including iron mines, copper mines, gem mines and wilderness stone mines.
The smallest number of industries are naturally medicine, smelting and machinery, represented by three factories in the industrial zone.
Medicine and magic machinery are not so difficult to deal with, as they have already produced some output, but the steel mill under "Smelting" is still under construction. However, in terms of valuation, Luo Yi gave the highest valuation to this steel mill.
As for textiles, the valuations given by Loy to the two most mature factories were not high.
Luo Yi fetched a wooden stick from somewhere, pointed at the whiteboard, and explained to everyone: "This is what I have been working on these days. I have segmented and valued each of the industries of Flower Leader, and then displayed it.
You can exchange your military merits for the secret knowledge you need, advanced breathing techniques, potions, etc. You can also purchase shares in different industries."
"In other words, you're essentially buying shares through your military merit. When the industry grows and prospers, and the remaining profits are used to cover operational expenses, I'll distribute the remainder to you as dividends based on your shares!"
"In other words, as long as you invest, you will be the original shareholder of these industries."
There is a saying: The world is bustling with people because of profit, and the world is bustling with people because of profit!
Why did the old nobility insist on holding on to their titles and territories?
Of course it’s because of profit!
Even the lowest-ranking knight, guarding a village-like knighthood, lived a life of luxury with people serving him in everything from eating, drinking, and defecating.
If you ask them to give up their land and population without any reason, it would be strange if they don't fight you to the death!
But when you can bring them greater benefits by asking them to give up land and population, they will weigh the pros and cons.
Except for a few greedy ones, I'm afraid everyone can make choices that are beneficial to themselves.
This is Luo Yi's method, which is still the simplest way to divide the cake.
But simple does not mean useless. As long as it can solve the problem, it is a good solution.
Of course, the prerequisite for all this is that these industries can really make money!
After Luo Yi finished speaking, the eyes of all the vassals lit up, as if they saw the shining yellow gold coins.
He hesitated for a while longer. Luo Yi could see his hesitation and said, "If you have any questions, you can ask them now."
It was Grand Knight Alfonso who first raised his hand and asked, "My Lord, do these so-called original shareholders only have the right to dividends?
I mean, the only thing you can harvest is gold coins?"
“I understand what you mean, gold coins are just gold coins, but you can exchange gold teel for what you want.
For example, potions, esoteric knowledge, magical items, it's up to you to choose."
"Then can we participate in the management of internal affairs? For example, if I buy shares in the railway, can I also manage a station?"
The one who spoke this time was Cody Isaac, one of the four third-level transcendents, and his words made many people prick up their ears.
Luo Yi shook his head decisively: "That won't do!
In addition to dividends, shareholders' rights also include the right to make recommendations and the right of first refusal to purchase shares, but they do not include actual participation in management."
"The reason is simple. If you don't know how to get involved, you'll lose money, and it's everyone's money that's lost.
However, the industry does need talent, so your military achievements have a second purpose: to cultivate the children of your families."
"If you participate in the corresponding industry, you are eligible to send the descendants of your family, such as your sons, second sons without inheritance rights, and illegitimate children, to me.
I will cultivate new knowledge in them, including but not limited to basic meditation, knowledge of magic machinery, personnel management, and corresponding professional knowledge.
When they have learned something, they will be assigned to different positions based on what they have learned and their grades.”
"As long as they work hard and achieve brilliant results, their future will be limitless!"
As soon as these words were spoken, there was an uproar, and the noise was even louder than before.
The reason is simple. The nobles in this world default to the system of primogeniture.
Basically, the family's property, territory, and title are all inherited by the eldest son, which can maintain the stable inheritance of the family.
Besides the eldest son, what about the second son and illegitimate son?
Most of them would be sent to other noble knights to serve as knights' squires. If they could grow up, they would have the possibility of being canonized as new knights through the battlefield.
But this road is not easy!
Most of them make a living on their own after acquiring some knowledge and skills, but their lives are not easy.
This kind of thing has been happening constantly since the Old World was completely occupied by humans and no new territory was left.
Even the great nobles had to worry about the future and prospects of their offspring.
But now, Luo Yi actually provided them with another way out.
Cody Isaac stood up immediately after hearing this: "My Lord Earl, are you telling the truth?"
"Have I ever lied to you?"
"Then, what about the eldest son?"
I don't know who spoke up at this point. Luo Yi shrugged and said, "If you're willing, I have no objection!"
“However, I don’t train knights here, so if your eldest son doesn’t want to become a knight or doesn’t have enough aptitude, you can send him to me.
Of course, you also have to note that this training and education is in exchange for your military merits.
Your descendants will gain more knowledge, better resources, and see a wider world.
But if they don’t work hard and seize the opportunity, then there’s nothing we can do.”
A knight stood up and said in a gruff voice, "It's easy. If you don't obey, just give him a beating. If that doesn't work, give him two or three beatings..."
These naughty monkeys all live like this at home, Lord Earl, please don't worry about our face."
His words caused everyone to burst into laughter. Luo Yi also smiled and asked, "Does anyone else have any questions?"
A figure suddenly stood up, her strong body seemed to cast a shadow, and the laughter stopped abruptly.
It was none other than the third-order extraordinary female knight Tanya Anderson, who suddenly looked nothing like a woman.
This seemingly rough and powerful extraordinary person asked a very sharp question: "What if, I mean what if, what if we buy shares,
Then, the total amount of shares increased, even exceeding what you, My Lord, owned.
Does that mean, My Lord, that you have lost control of this property?"
No one expected that someone would appear at this moment to find fault, and it was Tanya Anderson.
However, Luo Yi did not hesitate, he nodded and said: "You are right, theoretically speaking, that's the case.
But, in reality, that doesn’t happen.”
"Because, no matter which industry it is, the maximum original shares you can purchase is only 49%. The remaining 51% is in the hands of Raymond Magic Energy Group.
In other words, I have absolute controlling stake.”
"Moreover, I can guarantee the profitability and growth of the industry in my hands, but if it ever gets out of my control, it will no longer have any reason to exist."
“If I buy it, can I trade it?”
"Of course, that's your freedom, but remember to ask for a premium. Otherwise, you'll lose a lot if you sell it."
Furthermore, you must notify the company of the change in its shares."
"Then, then, how can we ensure fairness?"
"You're asking about the accounts, right? It's simple. The original shareholders have the right to audit the accounts at any time.
Of course, it has to be an industry in which you have a stake!"
"My Lord Earl, could you tell me about the specific courses my second son is taking here?"
"You all know that I'm studying abroad at the Philante School of Magic in Auckland City, so the courses mainly focus on training people to become magic mechanics or magic gunners.
If they are interested in mechanics, they can work in railways, machine factories, or smelters.
If they also crave military merit, they can go to the battlefield and operate magic cannons to accumulate merit.
Of course, the prerequisite for both of these aspects is to get started with basic meditation.”
“Then why is there such a huge gap in valuations across industries?”
"This is naturally because of the difference in value and potential. I'll give you..."
"My Lord, can you predict the income of these industries?"
"A lot, a lot..."
"My question is..."
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It should be said that this meeting was definitely a success.
Luo Yi explained his ideas in detail to everyone and spent a whole afternoon answering questions and resolving doubts.
The vassal officials found it difficult to understand at first, but later on, they gradually understood Luo Yi's thoughts.
It should be said that compared to Count Karl's "forced approach", Loy's method is more sophisticated. He not only integrates them into the new system, but also helps solve the problem of the future of his offspring.
Even the most stubborn of the old nobles were thinking at this moment that the two earls were determined to promote this magical machine.
Obviously, this magical machine must have some extraordinary features.
Now that there is an opportunity and a way, why not get involved and see how things go?
When this idea came up, it was like a wildfire and could no longer be stopped.
The first update is here!
(End of this chapter)
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