Chapter 195 Victory settlement after the dinner
The carriage carrying the wind and snow disappeared at the end of the street light, blending into the long night, leaving the hustle and warmth behind.
Looking at the silhouette that gradually disappeared at the end of the street, Irene's ups and downs mood could not be calmed down for a long time, and her right hand holding the pocket watch unconsciously pressed on her chest.
"Theresa..."
Walking to the side of Her Royal Highness the Princess, Teresa said respectfully.
"Do you have any instructions, Your Highness the Princess."
"No...I just...do I look strange now?" Irene reached out and touched her face, as if checking the temperature of the fireplace.
Looking at the face that lost its composure but pretended to be calm, Teresa smiled helplessly in her heart, nodded and said.
"With all due respect, I'm afraid that's the case."
"It seems that I should control my emotions...Teresa, take a deep breath with me, we have to calm down."
"Yes, Your Highness." Although Theresa felt that she had always been calm, she still cooperated with her obediently.
Irene took a deep breath and patted her face with both hands, seeming to calm down.
However, just when Teresa thought so, her Highness the Princess, who seemed to have calmed down, couldn't help but whisper.
"What kind of gift do you think I should give back? Is there something meaningful, not too cheap, but not too expensive, preferably something that our financial situation can afford..."
Although the Campbell family allocates a lot of money to family members to maintain their dignity, she does not have much "own money" that she can withdraw at will, otherwise she would not auction her pocket watch to raise funds for charity.
Teresa couldn't laugh or cry when she heard this, coughed slightly and said.
"Your Highness, meaning is something you need to think about by yourself. I'm sorry that I can't help you with your worries..."
"Indeed, it was my presumption, please treat me as if I didn't say this, I have to think about it myself..."
Erin took a deep breath of cold air again. Apparently she had realized that she was not really calm, but she just couldn't control her restless mood.
She held her forehead in distress and muttered to herself in frustration.
"Ah, why is it so troublesome, what's wrong with me?! Erin Campbell, you have to cheer up!"
She was extremely lucky at the moment that no one else was around, especially Mr. Colin, who was not here to see her unpromising expression... Otherwise, she would have been so ashamed.
But——
Not necessarily.
If it were that gentleman, he would definitely use a considerate, funny and elegant way to resolve the restless emotions in her heart, and he would definitely not make her feel embarrassed.
After all, she was always good when he was by her side. Even the self she saw in his eyes was more confident, elegant and shining than the self she usually saw in the mirror...even if he didn't say a word of flattery.
They had been separated for less than a minute, and she actually started to miss him.
She must be crazy...
Looking at Her Royal Highness the Princess who started talking nonsense, Teresa sighed in her heart, silently glanced around, and used her eyes to block her servants who were trying to come over and ask if they needed help.
At this moment, she looked like a young girl in love, completely losing her former calmness, elegance and dignity.
Teresa knew very well that Her Royal Highness the Princess, whom she respected, definitely did not want others to see the expression on her face at this moment.
And the only thing I can do is this.
But having said that, she was actually surprised that love really makes people lose their minds.
She always thought that it only existed in the stories written by bards, until she saw the clever and clever Princess Irene also showing a look of defense.
But speaking of the bard's story...
Theresa's heart moved slightly.
"How about writing a letter?"
Putting down the hands holding her head, Irene cast a surprised look at her.
Write a letter?
"Yes... didn't he say that you can write to him?"
Teresa nodded with a subtle expression and continued.
"I think that you don't have to be in trouble to write a letter. You can actually chat casually when you have nothing to do...for example, what interesting things happened today, or whether there were any pleasant or unpleasant things. Rather than just writing when you have something to do, I think this may appear more sincere."
This idea was not actually something she came up with on the spur of the moment, but was written in a knight novel she read when she was a child.
Although this metaphor is not appropriate, the princess in the castle seems to be flirting with her knight lover behind the king's back.
Of course, the last knight was seduced by the succubus from hell when she was about to triumph with glory. She tore up the book in a rage, so she didn't see the rest of the plot.
It’s a pity when I think about it now.
Irene's eyes gradually brightened, and she held Teresa's hand excitedly.
"Teresa, you are so smart! Thank you!"
"You're welcome, Your Highness, it's my honor to share your worries... I hope my immature suggestions will help you."
Theresa nodded slightly and prayed silently in her heart.
She has rich practical experience in riding horses and fighting, but she has never experienced this kind of thing after all, so she can only refer to novels.
I hope this won't turn out to be a bad idea...
I hope it won't turn out to be a bad idea...
On the carriage.
Looking at the Andes family's manor disappearing outside the car window, Luo Yan raised a faint smile on his lips and reached out to close the car window.
His driver has gradually learned to be sensible recently, and finally knows to shut up when the boss doesn't speak, which also makes him worry a lot.
Of course, to him, Punk's change was just the most inconspicuous of the many gains tonight. The biggest spoils were naturally the favor of the entire Thunder City's upper class and the friendship of the Andes family.
Baron Gus put on white silk stockings and made poses for more than a month without success, but he did it in just one dinner party.
Of course, this is also thanks to the "efforts" of his subordinate Immovable Soldier.
From tonight onwards, diamonds will become the new darling of the upper class in Thunder City, and will be sought after by Baron Gus's rural nobles who are eager to squeeze into the upper class circle.
The specialty products of the Rock and Earth Soul Tribe have completely opened up sales in Thunder City.
It’s not even just Thunder City and the surrounding baronies.
Soon the "Eye of Eileen" will become the most dazzling embellishment on the crown of Grand Duke Edward, and by then the entire Duchy of Campbell and even the Kingdom of Lane will look at these shining treasures again and become obsessed with the stories behind them and the myth of wealth in the New World.
This matter is definitely not something he can do by himself, but with the help of the people in the manor behind him, it is more than enough.
Especially the Andean families who directly "shared the spoils" with themselves.
Next, they will use their influence in the old continent to spare no effort to promote the long-lasting story and expand their business territory.
According to the agreement reached by the two parties, the Andes family will hold 30% of the shares of Colin Mining Company and will be fully responsible for the company's operations. Luo Yan only needs to be responsible for sending people to keep an eye on the accounts and replenishing the warehouse in time according to the output of the diamond mine.
Andes promised him that the annual profit would not be less than one million gold coins, and that the market share would increase by no less than 10% per year within ten years.
If it is not achieved, the Colin family can terminate the contract at any time.
In fact, this supplementary clause is purely redundant. After all, this diamond mine has been in Luo Yan's own hands from beginning to end.
As long as he wants, he can change the partner at any time. After all, the contract is guaranteed by power, and no contract can restrict the power itself.
But he won’t do that.
After all, no one is more suitable to do this than the Andes family, and he has no intention of finding another competitor for his business.
At this time, exclusive management is required.
Finding two people to compete with each other will only disrupt the market and allow "consumers" to take advantage.
Andes naturally knows this, so it kept its stance very low when negotiating this contract.
According to general practice, this kind of business, which is more profitable than robbery, is divided into 50% and 50% according to the rules of pirates, but he took the initiative to give up 20%.
One-stop version!
For the Andes family, which has no initiative, they need to use the 20% of the profits they voluntarily give up to ensure that the Colin family, who can get off at any time, sits on their chariot. And Luo Yan happened to need the 30% of the profits he gave them to buy off the entire Andes family. Money didn't mean that much to him, it was just a tool to buy people's hearts.
So the two sides hit it off immediately.
Soon after, someone may be motivated by profit and set sail to find the Kaa continent he mentioned.
However, Luo Yan was certain that even if they found the Elf's continent in the center of the Whirlpool Sea, they would not be able to find his territory.
No matter how to whet the appetite of this group of people, he will naturally have his own way, but that is not what he has to do now.
What he wants to do now is to make the entire upper class of Thunder City his captives little by little, selling their souls to the devil without even realizing it.
Conquering them is equivalent to conquering the wallet of the Principality of Campbell.
As for the respected Princess Campbell.
Perhaps she can be regarded as his trophy tonight, but in fact she is not his main target, or in other words, his goal has been achieved in the process.
Looking at the Demon King who was concentrating with his eyes closed, Youyou, who was floating aside, sighed from the bottom of his heart.
"As expected of the Demon King, he is truly a sinful demon."
As a roundworm in someone's stomach, although it does not know what Luo Yan is thinking, it can probably sense vague emotions.
Obviously!
This guy is having fun again!
Luo Yan glanced at the air beside him and replied casually in his heart.
"It's true that I am the Demon King, but I didn't do anything bad today, right?"
Yuyou: "Huh? Doesn't it count to deceive the feelings of an innocent girl?"
I thought it would say something, but I didn't expect that it would just come out like this. Luo Yan smiled faintly, crossed himself on his chest like the believers of Saint Sith when praying, and said.
"I just answered her inner prayer."
Youyou looked at Luo Yan in surprise, feeling nothing but admiration in her heart.
As expected of the Demon King!
The two sentences obviously mean the same thing, but they are said in different ways, giving people a completely different feeling!
At this time, Luo Yan suddenly remembered something, so he asked.
"By the way, Yoyo, how much has your faith value increased tonight?"
"Let's see...hiss! Mr. Demon King, your daily faith value has increased by ten thousand points! It's too strong...What have you done?! Did you put medicine in their champagne?!"
When looking at Luo Yan, Youyou's eyes were full of admiration, and she almost wanted to turn into the shape of a statue of the Demon King.
When he heard this number, Luo Yan was also surprised, but he soon felt relieved.
Silver-level souls and above are everywhere there, and it is not surprising that they contribute more faith points than ordinary people. I am afraid that Princess Irene alone has contributed a lot.
One hundred more qualifications for closed beta testing.
Sure enough, leeks still have to be carefully cut...
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The carriage stopped downstairs at the Dawn Embrace Hotel.
After Luo Yan got out of the car, he looked at Punk who was standing respectfully and said.
"What do you think?"
Hearing the boss taking the initiative to talk to him, Punk was slightly stunned, and after thinking seriously for a few seconds, he spoke.
"Sir, I found that there is a reason why the Andes family can rule this city."
Although it is nonsense, it is a big improvement for him before, indicating that he is also learning.
Luo Yan said with a smile.
"Then what is the reason for what you see?"
"Every guest, no matter whether he is noble or not, can get what he wants from him, whether it is money, honor, or something else. Whether it is the distinguished Campbell family, the ordinary wealthy people in Queens, or other nobles..." Punk glanced at his master carefully, and then said, "Even you."
Luo Yan nodded approvingly.
"Very good, you've made progress."
"Thank you, sir." A heartfelt smile appeared on Punk's face, like a big child who had been praised.
This recognition made him even happier than the gold coins.
Of course, it would be better if there are gold coins.
“You don’t have to thank me, I’m just telling the truth,” Luo Yan said casually, “Although you are still far from Andes, your current ability is enough to run a small business to support yourself and your family, and maybe you can also make a small fortune. If you are enough With your hard work and emphasis on education, your son or grandson may have a chance to become a person like Andorra, but if you want to go further, you will need some luck and opportunities. "
After hearing these words that seemed to mean farewell, Punk said quickly.
"Sir, please let me continue to stay with you, I think...serving you is the greatest meaning of my life."
Luo Yan was very satisfied with the expression on his face.
What the devil likes most is this kind of motivated person, and at this moment, his eyes were burning with unprecedented ambition.
Now, it’s time to open Roxsay Colin’s third magic box for the citizens of Thunder City.
"Very good, then you will do something for me tomorrow. In your own name, go to Silver Pine Street next to Queen Street to purchase five storefronts and turn them into tea shops. These shops do not need to be too big, they are spacious and bright, and the decoration is simple yet sophisticated... You can Referring to the styles of the banks in the port area, as for the signboard, it is enough to make it simple and easy to remember. Now is the time to test your learning ability. "
Although he couldn't guess Mr. Colin's intention, Punk still respectfully memorized every word and nodded seriously.
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(Happy New Year! Brothers! It’s another new year. I wish you all the best and all your wishes come true in the new year! I’m also going to spend time with my family, haha.)