Mage? Spell Engineer!

When Pierre Neusingen established the "Hercules" beverage company outside the "Hercules" pharmacy workshop, he actually played a trick: the first company, Tower of Stars, held 60% of the shares; Mr. Pierre was only one of the partners and general manager, and the "Hercules" later established had nothing to do with the alchemy department in terms of equity.

It's just that the "Hercules" company purchased a large amount of the concentrated extract of the energy potion produced by "Hercules" according to a long-term agreement to use as raw materials, causing the cash inflow of the potion workshop to increase in parallel with the popularity of the drink.

In addition, Pierre gave the chief professor's student 20% of the shares in the beverage company, and he still cooperated with the guild and the magic tower. The old guys in the Alchemy Department who made more and more money no longer argued with this somewhat clever businessman. .

As for Rorschach's shares, everyone admitted that since it was Rorschach who improved the process and developed new products, he deserved it, just like the Alchemy Department's 60% share without any money.

Now, Hasse, who does not know the inside story, originally planned to bypass the beverage company and contact the Alchemy Department. This is contrary to Rorschach's appeal. He hopes that the Bardorom Chamber of Commerce can open up channels for the "Hercules" company and let himself A little more dividends, a little more.

The most ideal situation is that the Baldorom Chamber of Commerce introduces technology, opens a joint venture branch and builds a beverage factory in the empire. As for energy potions, Rorschach doesn't think it is particularly important. Happy water can fill the entire continent with happiness. After all, human beings There is simply no way to resist the pleasure of sugar intake.

"Mr. Hasay, if you have no plans next, you can just follow me. I can directly invite you to visit the Purple Soda Beverage Factory."

The beverage factory on the outskirts of the city has expanded in size, and there are queues of horse-drawn carriages waiting to haul goods. The guard at the door recognized Rorschach, immediately greeted him and informed Pierre Neusingen.

"Master Rorschach, why are you here? Long time no see! Section 2 has been running smoothly since the last debugging, so I haven't disturbed you again."

The man in bright clothes was almost flattering to the boy who was about the same age as his own children, which made Hasai, who was watching, feel a little funny. He also realized that the young master's classmate, like the young master, was not a mage who could only tinker with magic.

"This is Mr. Pierre Neussingen, the 'King' of the 'Hercules' Beverage Company. This is Mr. Hasse from Imperial Bain, who wants to visit our factory on behalf of the Bardorom Chamber of Commerce. "Rorschach introduced each other.

"Bardorom Chamber of Commerce! When I was a nobody and a businessman, your company's reputation was known to everyone from the Douma River to the Seine River." In addition to wearing bright clothes, Pierre was very popular in Hasay. In the eyes of the gentleman, his actions are a bit too exaggerated. For example, now he is holding the guest's hand tightly, telling Hasai not to let go easily.

"But how do you two know each other?" Pierre asked finally.

"I'm not afraid of your jokes. I was saved from a robber by Master Rorschach." Hasai did not disclose the relationship between Rorschach and the young master of the Chamber of Commerce.

Pierre's expression changed from a smile to a serious one: "Sir, why are you laughing? You are a guest from afar. Being robbed in this city is a shame for us Valois people! I deeply regret it."

Are you done with the polite words? If you haven't said enough, go inside and say it. Pierre made the mistake of blocking visitors at the door to blow in the cold air again. Rorschach decided to remind him privately one day with the manager alone.

During the visit, Pierre introduced to potential partners:

"This was designed by Master Rorschach. It was improved by Master Rorschach to make it more efficient."

"Master Rorschach, are you a member of the Alchemy Department?" This surprised Hasai. The entire factory process had been designed or improved by Rorschach.

"No, it's just that I happened to be able to transform the theory I learned into practice." Rorschach was still very proud that his design could be turned into the largest and most advanced beverage workshop in Valouana. He did not pretend to be reserved and smiled. To supplement Pierre's unprofessional introduction.

After the visit, there is a discussion session. The reason why it is just a "discussion" is that Hasai, the representative of the Chamber of Commerce, is only a mid-level partner. His original task was limited to "inspection" and "investigation". Now he can only finalize a letter of intent for cooperation first. .

The general content and method of the cooperation are the same as Rorschach expected. The two parties will jointly build a factory in the empire. The Byrne Kingdom Chamber of Commerce can guarantee a smooth process from introduction, construction, production and sales. In the imperial capital, stricter approval and approval are required. More expensive promotion.

Factories within the empire can only prepare and fill soda. The concentrated extract of energy potions is stably provided by "Hercules" at a "reasonable price" (although it can only be regarded as a second-rate dealer). Potion versions and energy potions can only be used to prepare alcohol. Imported from the Holy Kingdom and not produced within the Empire.

The last point doesn't matter to Hasay. According to his observation, the empire loves to pursue high-end foreign wines, paying attention to the sparkling wine of Valois and the wort distilled wine of Istany. Now it has a magical "magic" imported from the Holy Kingdom. "Healthy wine", the profit margin will definitely exceed that of self-brewed and self-sold products.

During this period, whenever Rorschach put forward relevant opinions, both parties rushed to express their acceptance, making the meeting extremely smooth. What is good for him is that the branch will also have his shares and will continue to pay an objective consulting fee.

"I wish you good luck in your cooperation."

"Master Rorschach, our cooperation is smooth." The two businessmen said together in the accents of the southern empire and Valuana.

After struggling all day, the young man declined Pierre's dinner invitation and finally found peace and quiet in his small dormitory.

In the afternoon, Pierre had a vague feeling that Rorschach was very interested in building the empire. The reason for this was that Rorschach was also thinking about his future after finishing the research project.

Although he hasn't been at the Tower of Stars for a year yet, Rorschach must be ready to leave, whether his research is completed or not. He still remembered the reminder from the head of the agency. Even if there was no movement in the near future, if the Holy Kingdom and the Empire went to war in the near future, he would have to find a way out and not involve the Mekler family.

In addition to the Thirteen Magic Towers, there are also small-scale mage associations and even individuals building their own magic towers. Some are recognized by the guild, and some are not recognized or simply distance themselves from the guild.

Some of these scattered magic towers have been covered up and hidden in unknown areas. Some are mages recruited by lords to serve as magic consultants and accept the lord's sponsorship to build towers.

The empire also has resident mages who have made outstanding contributions and will be commended by the parliament or governors or princes for building tall towers. Towering buildings standing in towns have a meaning similar to monuments, and low-rise houses overlooking them are even more otherworldly. .

Rorschach now also has a vague and immature idea to build a personal magic tower in the future, but the "magic tower" will definitely have more than one tower, and more than one tower. Construction requires a lot of investment, maybe the Bardorum Chamber of Commerce can be a partner, at least now they will start the first steps.

After a little thought, Rorschach began to write:

"To Bart:

I'm Rorschach. I haven't heard from you since I separated from you after graduating from college, which makes me miss you very much.

Until yesterday, I accidentally met Mr. Hasay, a partner of the Baldorom Chamber of Commerce in Valuauna, and found out where you are based. It was a fun night, starting with a rustic restaurant."

The letter continued until nightfall, when Rorschach yawned.

At this time, most of the residents of Valuauna were asleep. At the end of Montogre Street, a gangster who was out at night came out of an alley and was immediately controlled, unable to move or make a sound.

Late at night, more than ten people surrounded the entrance to the Old Red Bar hidden in the alley. They were on high alert and not even a mouse could sneak in or out. These people are wearing dark gray or ultramarine blue cloaks whose faces cannot be seen clearly. Among them, the ultramarine cloaks are even embroidered with stars.

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