Chapter 606 Goblin's Advice
The God of Alchemy felt guilty towards his chief disciple, Amberxiu.
Although the God of Alchemy had been helping Ambersu since their reunion, Ambersu not only did not gain any advantage in alchemy, but instead gave the greatest benefit to Him.
Up to now, Amber is just an alchemist of decent level, not even close to the legendary realm.
This is also related to Amber's pragmatism. He doesn't care about alchemy or not. He just throws in all kinds of hodgepodge technologies, and most of them are copies of other people's original works. There are some improvements, but there is really no disruptive innovation.
As the concept god of alchemy, the God of Alchemy cannot be partial in this regard. He can only try his best to provide Ambersu with some inspiration, but there is no way to directly let him enter the legendary realm. Doing so would be against his duties as a god.
"Flynn, do you remember what you are best at making?" asked the God of Alchemy.
Gustavo Fring was silent for a moment, then replied, "Alchemical tools."
"Yes, I still remember the integrated automatic chicken fryer you made when you were an alchemy apprentice. It was a genius idea."
Most people have only heard that Gustavo Flynn's enchanted equipment is exquisite and unparalleled, and that he is a first-class alchemy master, but few people know that the reason he was promoted to a legend is that he actually improved a set of alchemical tools of his own.
Compared to those powerful enchanted equipment, Gustavo Flynn actually prefers to design newer and more user-friendly alchemical instruments, more accurate measuring tools, simpler and more effective mixing devices, safer and more efficient centrifuges, and so on.
But so many years have passed that Gustavo Flin himself has almost forgotten about it. He only draws some blueprints in his spare time, but he has not spent time doing what he really likes for many years.
Now, after hearing what the God of Alchemy said, Gustavo Flynn finally understood that this deity had really been watching him.
"But, did I do something wrong?" Gustavo Flynn couldn't help but ask, "If I hadn't done this, the Alchemy Association would have ceased to exist long ago!"
The God of Alchemy smiled and said, "What does it matter whether the Alchemy Association exists or not?"
Gustavo Flynn smiled bitterly, shook his head and said, "I am not a god, I don't have such open-minded ideas. This is the achievement of my life-long efforts. I can't just give up like this."
The God of Alchemy shook his head and said, "You still don't understand. There is no right or wrong in this matter, nor is there any position, let alone who I stand on. What I want to tell you is the fact, just like the final result of the alchemical experiment. Whether you believe in me, the Lord of Dawn, or even the devil of hell, it will not affect the basic laws of alchemy.
"Just like water flows to the lowest place and the sun shines, this has nothing to do with one's stance, right or wrong, or so-called effort. I am here to remind you of a fact. Alchemical knowledge cannot continue to be blocked. Alchemists who pursue truth and knowledge cannot be locked in a cage forever. Flynn, you need to accept this reality first, and then you can understand what you should do."
Gustavo Flynn frowned and said, "What exactly do you want me to do? Disband the Alchemy Association directly?"
Although his attitude was not humble, the God of Alchemy knew that Gustavo Flynn had admitted defeat.
He no longer had any cards in his hand. The moment the God of Alchemy appeared, Gustavo Fring knew he was doomed to lose. How could a mortal go against a god?
I can only blame myself for being too stupid. I can never see clearly what the lich's hidden card is.
"The Alchemy Association is not important. What's important is your knowledge. Flynn, if you are willing to give up what's in front of you, you will naturally find your own way. I just want to remind you that just like the experiment that has been done, the facts cannot be changed. The choice you can make now is to accept the results of the experiment and do it again, or give up this failed experiment. I believe you can figure it out yourself."
This is the last chance that the God of Alchemy gives to Gustavo Flynn. If he can let go of his power and status and become a simple alchemist again, the God of Alchemy can even reserve a place for him in the Kingdom of God.
But if Gustavo Fring persists, the God of Alchemy will have no choice but to watch him perish.
When the God of Alchemy disappeared on the magic mirror, Gustavo Fring clenched his fists tightly, knowing that he had been forced into a desperate situation.
He knew that the choice was right. If he left now, he could get out of this unscathed, only losing all his wealth and power. But when he really had to make a decision, Gustavo Flynn found it so difficult. He had worked so hard to rise from a poor boy to become an important figure in the kingdom. If he gave up like this, most of his efforts would be in vain.
That's hundreds of years, who can bear to throw it away like this? Feeling upset, Gustavo Flynn walked out of the Alchemy Association building and into the night.
Although it was late at night, the Dwarf Kingdom was still brightly lit. It did not look like a kingdom that had been defeated and lost most of its territory, but more like a vibrant new dynasty.
Especially recently the Ryan Empire sent a letter of surrender, admitted its mistakes, ceded land and paid compensation, which made the entire Dwarf Kingdom fall into a carnival, making it even more lively and prosperous.
This bustle was partly due to Gustavo Flynn. Alchemy developed very rapidly in the Dwarf Kingdom, and the reopening of a large number of alchemy factories was the main reason for the kingdom's economic development.
The more he looked around, the more unwilling Gustavo Fring felt.
How could he go back to hiding in a laboratory alone when he had already experienced the feeling of changing the world? Before he knew it, Gustavo Flynn walked to a magnificent building.
A huge sign of the Goblin Bank hangs on it, made of pure gold and inlaid with a large number of gems.
There is no aesthetics at all, just a simple and crude nouveau riche style, but this sign alone is worth millions of gold coins. The Goblin Bank uses this most direct way to show its financial strength, so that the residents of the Dwarf Kingdom can rest assured to deposit money here.
And this bank has always done well. Even when the dwarves migrated, these goblins followed them decisively, and not a single depositor's property was lost.
This made the Goblin Bank's reputation praised by everyone, and when the dwarves rebuilt their country, they generously gave a large amount of gold as an interest-free loan. With this simple and direct method, the Goblin Bank defeated all opponents and became the only designated bank in the kingdom.
Gustavo Flynn borrowed a large amount of gold coins here in the beginning, which helped him to secure his position as the president of the Alchemy Association.
Now, I am about to lose everything, how come I came to this place unconsciously?
Gustavo Fring looked at the huge sign and saw the words that everyone is familiar with - money can solve most problems.
This is a loan advertisement from the Goblin Bank, and it makes a lot of sense.
But can the Alchemy Association’s current problems be solved with money?
Gustavo Flynn walked in as if possessed by a ghost. Today he really needed to talk to these goblins.
Soon, Gustavo Fring arrived at the most magnificent room deep inside the bank.
Donald Grandet, the president of the Goblin Bank, was leisurely drinking date tea and seemed not surprised by Gustavo Fring's arrival.
"You should have come earlier, Master Flynn. We haven't finished our business yet." President Grandet said as he poured a cup of tea for Gustavo Flynn.
Gustavo Flynn had no mood to drink tea. He sat opposite the goblin president and said in a deep voice, "I remember our deal is over."
Gustavo Flynn exchanged some secret knowledge for a high loan from the Goblin Bank. Now the debt has been paid off and there is indeed no other transaction.
The goblin president didn't care about this cold and distant attitude. He rubbed his hands covered with gemstone rings and said politely, "Our bank's purpose has always been to help customers solve their problems and spend money to help them solve their troubles. If you have troubles, that's the premise of cooperation. I've also heard a little about the troubles the Alchemy Association has encountered recently. Why didn't you come earlier?"
"What can the Goblin Bank do to solve the association's problems?" asked Gustavo Flynn.
There is no mistake in the poem, post, content, and read the book on 6, 9, and bar!
Although he knew it was impossible, he still wanted to hear the president's advice, just in case there was a chance of a turnaround.
"Haha, let's talk about the difficulties you encountered first. The Alchemy Association has promoted too many alchemists recently, and your benefits can't keep up, right? But the so-called benefits are actually a matter of money. If they can be replaced with gold coins, I think those alchemists won't have too many complaints, right?"
Gustavo Flynn shook his head and said, "If you want me to borrow money to solve this problem, you'd better give up. This is not an emergency. Every alchemist's benefits are lifelong. Once the same amount of gold coins are issued, the Alchemy Association will quickly go bankrupt, and there is no way I can repay this loan."
Only when doing business do you need to deal with emergencies and borrow money, because it is possible to make money from business, and once you make money you can pay off the loan and everything will be fine.
But the benefits of these alchemists must be given every month. The problem now is that the Alchemy Association does not have such huge profits to support it. What is the point of borrowing? After borrowing for one month, the situation will be the same next month.
The Goblin Bank cannot provide interest-free loans forever, and will not lend money to someone who absolutely cannot repay the money.
"Master Flynn, you know a lot about alchemy, but you don't know how to operate funds. The Alchemy Association is currently unable to increase its production capacity, resulting in an inability to increase profits, and it cannot support the sudden emergence of a large group of alchemists. Your previous plan to expand overseas encountered serious obstacles and suffered some losses.
"You can't increase revenue or cut costs, and you seem to be waiting for death. But have you ever thought about this question? This is your Alchemy Association's problem, why do you have to bear it alone? There are so many members in your association, and all the senior alchemists are wealthy people with huge wealth. Why are you the only one who is troubled by this problem?"
Gustavo Flynn was stunned for a moment. This seemed to make sense.
There are indeed quite a few members in the association, and I am just one person with two votes. Why should other members of the association not care?
The goblin president seemed to have been prepared. Before Gustavo Flynn could think, he gave the answer: "Because they have found a new backer and are waiting for your downfall. Master Flynn, you have been sold out by them. They are going to put all the blame on you and force you to take all the responsibility and abdicate. Then they can reform the alchemist hierarchy. At that time, they will not only solve the association's major crisis, but also kick you out. It can be said that they will make a lot of money."
After all, people who do experiments cannot be compared with people who do business. Gustavo Flin's eyes widened. He had never thought of this possibility.
"Wait, why are you telling me?! Those big families should be working closely with your bank, right? You should be on their side and help them swallow me up."
Donald Grandet shook his head and said, "No, no, no, Master Flynn, you underestimate your own value. The nobles of your association did approach our bank to discuss the business of restructuring the association's assets after you go bankrupt. But what is this Alchemy Association? What we value is not this association at all, but you, Master Flynn.
"A legendary alchemist is much more important than this empty shell. If you can cooperate with us, our bank will help you solve the problem. We will first provide you with an interest-free loan to tide you over for the next two months, and then we will help you deal with those nobles. They can put the blame on you, but you can do that too.
"Kick out half of the association's top executives. This punishment should be enough to shut up those alchemists. By then, it won't be too late for you to slowly consider the issue of reform."
The proposal made Gustavo Fring's eyes light up.
This is indeed the case. There is no reason to be a scapegoat. Why can't you let others take the blame?
By kicking out those guys who just sit there doing nothing, the Alchemy Association will be more dynamic and subsequent reforms will be easier to implement.
Having said that, Gustavo Flynn suddenly frowned and looked at the goblin in front of him.
"Mr. Grandet, why are you helping me?"
This issue must be made clear. Gustavo Flynn does not believe in any nonsense about strengthening cooperation. This loan is very large, and it is unclear whether he can pay it back. The goblins will not do business at a loss.
The wrinkled old goblin smiled and said, "Of course it's not free. In business, we offer you something you can't refuse, so we naturally want to get something back that only you can provide. Master Flynn, we have restored most of the information you provided before.
“It’s just that we’re still lacking a true expert who can preside over the entire ceremony.
"We provide you with assistance, and you help us complete the ritual and successfully perform a wish spell. What do you think of this deal?"
(End of this chapter)