Chapter 395: A Business (Subscription Request)
Brussels, industrial area.
Roy led the Imperial Ambassador, Lord Robin Water, through one magic power factory after another.
From the steel mill to the iron foundry; from the parts processing plant to the assembly workshop; from the secret medicine factory to the arsenal...
This place was originally a restricted area, and after the war outside intensified, it became even more of a restricted area within the restricted area.
Normally, there would be a legion of a hundred men, fully armed and stationed here.
One of the Iron Knight Phil and the Flame Sword Saint Otto will always be training here, not to mention the secret agents that Ang has arranged in every factory, and the police that Lien Vasquez has arranged here.
It can be said that any unfamiliar face that appears will attract the attention of countless people.
Although this place was built with the support of the Habsburg Empire, Lord Robin Water said that he had never seen the scene of these factories operating at full capacity.
Everywhere you look, you see machines running at full power. Above your head are transmission connecting rods, and the connected gears are spinning very fast.
The ground was made of lapis lazuli, shimmering with light, with visible magical energy flowing through it. Under each machine stood one or several people, operating the machines in an orderly manner.
Accompanied by the noisy sound of "boom and boom" filling the ears, the finished products were packaged and placed in fixed locations.
Lord Robin Water just watched, watching the ingots of refined steel being produced, the shells being loaded into the warehouse, the bullets being loaded into the magazines, the cannons being assembled, the heavy machine guns being adjusted...
The sheer quantity gave the imperial ambassador a more intuitive understanding of the production capacity and efficiency of the Flower Territory.
Until finally, the two of them walked out of the last arsenal and walked side by side into the distance along the wide road.
At the end of the road was a closed wall with a door on it, which was guarded by knights, each holding a heavy machine gun in his hand.
And through this wall, to further away, you can hear the workers shouting, accompanied by the sound of heavy objects falling to the ground and slight vibrations of the ground.
That’s right, that’s the first building in the new city, and the foundation is being laid at this moment!
Julius Martin was a smart man. After carefully studying the design, he immediately understood the plight of the city of Brussels.
Therefore, the first thing he started to build was not the office building or the manor square, but the most urgent residential building.
He was going to build a residential complex, the name of which had not yet been decided, but it was confirmed that it would have 26 buildings, each with 10 floors.
Modern equipment such as magic crystal lamps, escalators, filtration and cleaning techniques, sewage pipes, magic walkie-talkies, etc. will be installed...
Because so many workers were assembled, Julius Martin was confident that the project could be completed within eight to ten months as long as the arrangements were made properly.
By then, the completed community will be marketed through both sales and leasing.
There is no need to say much about the sale, just pay the money in one go.
Although Luo Yi doesn't care about letting his subordinates take out mortgages, you have to admit that if they really have to take out mortgages and face the pressure of repayment, they must work steadily and not think too much about anything else.
But without a formal bank, not everyone can get a mortgage.
Therefore, there are probably not many people who have the money to pay off the loan in one go, so they can choose to lease and pay on a monthly basis.
At that time, Luo Yi will set up a property management company to be responsible for the management of this community.
In this way, it may be possible to alleviate the financial pressure of subsequent city construction.
Of course, this is all in the past.
Since when, the people brought by Luo Yi and the people following the imperial ambassador retreated far away, at least a hundred meters away.
Luo Yi took out another silent scroll from the dimensional bag, and after unfolding it, a circle of soundproof barrier appeared around the two of them.
After doing all this, he finally spoke: “Your Excellency, we are acquaintances. We have cooperated with each other in the past and have a good relationship.
Now, I want to ask you something, and you have to tell me the truth - what is the Empire's attitude towards my Flower Territory?"
It's no wonder that Luo Yi is worried. Once the war breaks out, many previously established things and plans will be changed.
The empire's current attitude and policies are extremely critical. In a sense, they determine the future of Flower Territory.
Luo Yi doesn't like this feeling of being helpless, but he is still a pragmatic person. Before he has enough capital, he doesn't think he has to blame everyone.
Lord Robin Water was not at all surprised by Roy's question, nor did he rush to answer.
Instead, he narrowed his eyes slightly and asked directly: "Then I also want to know, what is your attitude towards this war?"
Luo Yi rolled his eyes and said, "Your Excellency, your question makes me want to laugh. What does this war have to do with me?
Or, does my attitude matter? Can it make a difference?
Robin Walter tilted his head slightly and said, "Then let me ask it another way. Which side are you on in this war?"
Luo Yi said without hesitation: "I am definitely on the side of the Empire. Is there any need to ask?!"
Lord Robin Water slowly stopped smiling and became extremely serious.
He said, "I thought both you and I could show enough sincerity in this negotiation."
Luo Yi smiled and said, "Sincerity in negotiations between nobles is rare!"
"But I still want to hear the Earl speak the truth, so I can confirm the Empire's policy towards the Flower Territory!"
Luo Yi nodded, indicating that he understood, and then said, "Since you want to hear the truth, I will tell you a few words of the truth."
After a slight pause, he continued, "In principle, I hope the Empire can win, preferably a big victory. I, Flower Territory, will also stand on the Empire's side and gain sufficient benefits.
But there is a prerequisite!"
"What are the prerequisites?"
"I won't let Flower Territory get involved in this war. At least, I won't send anyone to fight!"
Luo Yi explained: "I am optimistic about the magic energy industry. I believe that the popularization of machinery is the future and the general trend, but the flower collar is so small and there are only so many people!
Although I have trained three thousand soldiers, my meager resources are too limited to withstand the ravages of the battlefield."
"If the Empire insists that I send people to the battlefield, I definitely won't do it!"
Luo Yi smiled as he said this: "Of course, the Empire is so powerful that they probably wouldn't look down on my small force."
Lord Robin Water asked in return: "Is that all?"
"Mr. Robin, I have explained everything to you. This is the bottom line I can accept."
"If the Empire wants to make additional investments and ask Flower Territory to help produce enough artillery shells, weapons, and war equipment, would you be willing to do that?"
Luo Yi asked back, "It's just business. As long as the Empire pays, why wouldn't I be willing?"
Robin chuckled: "You have to think carefully. The support from the Empire is not that easy to obtain."
Having said that, he further explained: "You are right, the Empire does not value your small military strength. If they force you to send troops, they also want to know your attitude and make you take sides.
In this way, the empire will not be fighting alone in this war!
This is what I thought before, and it is also what you are worried about.”
"But it's clear that the Imperial Cabinet has more ideas and expectations about the Flower Collar."
Luo Yi narrowed his eyes slightly and asked, "How do you say it specifically?"
"The great Hohenzollern III taught us that this war will be difficult and that we need not only courage but also sufficient preparation.
I have to admit that since the support plan for the magic energy industry was formulated, the development in other places has been unsatisfactory, except for your place.
Only the flower leader has walked his own way and even given us enough surprises.
Therefore, the empire needs you to take on more production tasks, such as artillery shells, firearms, and processing machinery, which are all basic.
In addition, they also need food, canned goods, military uniforms, alcohol, medicine, etc...."
Luo Yi's eyes flickered, but his brows knitted slightly: "It's not that I don't like it, but this seems to exceed the limit of what the Flower Territory can bear!"
"So, the Empire will provide you with sufficient support, sufficient experts, talents, skilled workers, technology, and even various necessities."
Hearing this, Luo Yi's breathing became heavy. He tilted his head slightly, thought for a moment, and then said with difficulty: "These are indeed not easy to take!"
Lord Robin Water nodded and said, "If you agree, the Empire will allocate some resources to you. Although it won't be too exaggerated for the Empire, it will be a huge fortune for you, Flower Territory."
However, your flowery collar will also become a thorn in the eyes and flesh of some people, and this land will never be peaceful."
"By then, if the empire has enough strength, they will definitely protect you. But if the war gets intense, that's not certain.
You need to use your own strength to get through this difficult time!"
Luo Yi nodded, fully aware of the dangers involved, but also the huge benefits.
But he hesitated for only a moment before saying, "I agree. So, when will the Empire's support arrive?"
Lord Robin Water opened his eyes slightly and asked, "Have you thought it through?"
Luo Yi asked in return: "Do I have the right to refuse?"
"No!"
"That's fine, I'll agree to it quickly, and the cooperation will go more smoothly."
After a pause, Luo Yi continued: "Besides, after all, this is just a business."
"I paid and hired many professionals from the empire to help build the territory, legally and in compliance with regulations!
As for the guns and supplies the empire needs?"
"Since the Empire is willing to pay, and the price is fair, I must be willing to sell it!"
Roy looked at the Imperial Ambassador, Lord Robin Water, and said seriously, "After all, this is just a business!"
Lord Robin Water was stunned for only a second after hearing this, and then he said seriously: "Yes, it's a business!"
So, the two looked at each other and smiled!
The laughter echoed far away in the empty street!
I'm having a bit of a writer's block today, and I feel really uncomfortable!
(End of this chapter)
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