Realm of Power

The storm caused by Sokutus Stellan in Lisbon can be described as devastating. Several major chambers of commerce that monopolize the Sino-Biya trade route are also very powerful chambers of commerce in Lisbon. Otherwise, they would not be able to monopolize the Sino-Biya gold trade route. Road, but in front of the behemoth of the Imperial Bank, it is just a A small touch has already resulted in the collapse of the army, not to mention that other major chambers of commerce have chosen to sever ties with these major chambers of commerce in order to avoid being affected. For several major chambers of commerce that were already struggling because of the Yelu family's liberalization of trade For me, it can be said to be the last straw that breaks the camel's back!

"What's going on? What does the Imperial Bank mean? What does that crazy woman mean?"

In the lobby of the Blue Chamber of Commerce, a middle-aged man angrily pressed a notice on the table, his face was deathly gray. In front of the trade hall that had just opened this morning, under the golden morning sun, the past A dense crowd of people had gathered in front of the bulletin board used to make announcements. A copy of the bulletin board was stamped with the Imperial Bank's seal. The notice was posted in the most eye-catching position, and the content above caused a sensation throughout Lisbon. The Imperial Bank, which rarely appeared in the past, issued a quite severe notice this time. It said that because some chambers of commerce had engaged in trade fraud, the Imperial Bank The loan to it will be recovered, and among those listed above is the Blue Chamber of Commerce.

Sokutus Stellan has been in the business alliance for several years, and is very familiar with these powerful businessmen. He has hit the Achilles' heel of these large chambers of commerce that can monopolize a trade line. He is just one In the morning, before these major chambers of commerce could react, they fell into a situation of betrayal and separation. The president of the Blue Chamber of Commerce almost fainted when he saw the notice: "The Blue Chamber of Commerce is over!"

The Chamber of Commerce President Spike's face was ashen, like an eggplant beaten by frost. There was still a bit of the domineering president of the big Chamber of Commerce, not to mention that a day ago, he was standing in the same position with a proud face. Announced the Azure Chamber of Commerce to merchants throughout Lisbon The good news of getting a loan from the Imperial Bank made all Lisbon merchants know that even if the monopoly of huge profits on the Sino-Biya trade route was broken, and even if the major chambers of commerce were encircled and suppressed, the Blue Chamber of Commerce still controlled everything in the Sino-Biya trade line. Dominance of most commodities,

It’s only been a day, why did it become like this?

The attitude of the Imperial Bank is almost a 720-degree turn. Although this announcement has no official effect, it does not mean that the Imperial Bank will take punitive measures against several chambers of commerce. In a sense, it is a It is just a notice to withdraw investment. If it is just to recover the loan, The president of the Blue Chamber of Commerce, who has seen big storms, will not be so embarrassed. After all, they are large and powerful chambers of commerce. It is impossible for them to completely collapse just because a loan was called back. What really makes this Blue Chamber of Commerce think... What makes me despair is the reason mentioned on the notice.

There is fraudulent trade!

Isn't this nonsense? How can businessmen make money without fraud? The so-called huge profits are inherently unequal. He does not believe that the Imperial Bank does not know this, but this is the most fatal thing. What he knows well will definitely be When it is unveiled in public, the meaning is completely different. This notice was issued by the Imperial Bank. In the eyes of Chinese businessmen, it is like an official notice. Who dares to do business with the Blue Chamber of Commerce, which is accused of fraudulent trade? The Imperial Bank's withdrawal of the loan within one day also shows that the Imperial Bank has no regard for these few people. The Chamber of Commerce is not optimistic about the future. "We ask Miss Sokutus Stella in front of us!"

"As for the matter in the notice, we believe it is just a misunderstanding. We can explain it. As long as the notice can be withdrawn, it is even possible to renegotiate the interest rate of the loan." At the Lisbon branch of the Imperial Bank, several people were named in the notice. The president of the Chamber of Commerce said excitedly that in other places, they may be merchants. They are powerful businessmen, but in front of Sokutus Stellan, the business queen, they realize that they are no more fragile than a baby. The Imperial Bank wants to destroy itself without even using a finger, or even just a sneeze. In their case, their business empires can be wiped out in just one morning.

"I'm sorry everyone, Miss Sokutus Stellan is not in the branch at the moment."

The deacon of the Imperial Bank branch who was responsible for receiving them said calmly. His eyes swept over these distressed wealthy businessmen. The deacon of the Imperial Bank branch couldn't help but be touched in his heart. Miss Sokutus Stellan's action this time. , it’s really hard to figure out. Just yesterday at noon, Miss Sokutus Stellan returned to the branch from outside, and then wrote the original notice with her own hands. When she got the notice, the head of the branch was stunned for several seconds. He asked cautiously, "Does this notice need to be posted?" Tomorrow is the Wednesday with the most people in the trade hall, right? ’ Sokutus Dailan’s long black and smooth hair was tucked behind her ears, and her pretty face as smooth and fair as jade was extremely cold and charming.

"Yes, every Wednesday is the time for the merchant fleet to dock. Tomorrow happens to be Wednesday." The branch deacon took a deep breath. He was also very confused. Since the business queen took charge of the Imperial Bank, it seemed that she rarely Directly taking measures against a large chamber of commerce, and this is the first time in the past two years that Sokutus Stellan has targeted a chamber of commerce.

"Then post it on the bulletin board in front of Lisbon Trade Hall tomorrow." Sokutus Stellan's pretty eyes flashed, she raised her chin and handed the notice to the branch deacon.

"Yes, my subordinates will definitely post it in the most eye-catching place in front of the trade hall." The deacon glanced at the content of the notice and his eyes lit up. Ever since the Yelu family announced the lifting of trade restrictions during the annual meeting, , has already sounded the war clarion call for the Sino-Biya trade route. The powerful chambers of commerce began to look at the Sino-Biya trade line. A large amount of funds poured in, and the number of caravans tripled in a month. This Not that These small-scale wandering merchants, these chambers of commerce had finally managed to obtain loans from the Imperial Bank to stabilize the situation. Who knew it would be like this? Even Miss Sokutus Stellan, who was closely connected with the imperial high-level officials, Showing that she is not optimistic about these chambers of commerce is just a gesture. In the eyes of other interested people, Miss Dailan's seemingly innocuous announcement has actually been regarded as more cruel than a real sword. ,

I don’t know where these major chambers of commerce offended Miss Sokutus Stellan! Miss Dailan, who had not shown any thunderous tactics for nearly two years, suddenly issued this devastating announcement.

You know, in fact, compared to the national strategic financial behemoth like the Imperial Bank, these so-called wealthy businessmen in Lisbon are really inconspicuous. Even if they exist, to Miss Sokutus Stellan, they are just a Just a bigger ant, the main customers of Imperial Bank are from These are not ordinary businessmen. They are either the top royal family of each country or a tycoon who holds a certain power. Therefore, the reputation of the Imperial Bank is not obvious within the empire. On the contrary, it can be said to have an outstanding reputation in other countries. This is why It gave these big chambers of commerce in the empire an illusion.

That is, although the Imperial Bank has been established for more than a year, Sokutus Stellan is in charge of the Imperial Bank as a woman. The only thing she can do is to lend money. She has no toughness at all. It seems that the most impressive person in the business alliance was The Thirteenth Deacon, who was shocked when he heard this, suddenly became unknown after taking charge of the Imperial Bank! But at this moment, just one announcement turned Lisbon upside down. The battle for the Sino-Biya trade route that had stained half of the empire was finally resolved under the Imperial Bank's control after several major chambers of commerce struggled to support it for a month. I completely collapsed in front of this announcement!

This is the power of the Imperial Bank. For the entire Lisbonto, a casual blow is an earthquake.

The last ray of sunset has disappeared, and the beautiful night has quietly come again, and the brilliant stars begin to shine with silver light. The starry sky in April is like a huge inverted night sky, which is when the distant Andromeda constellation shines brightest. Lisbonto, known as the city that never sleeps, is also bustling at this time, in the large square of the pier. There were all kinds of different people standing. There are businessmen who have just arrived, as well as foreigners who look confused, some come to pick up people, some come to see people off, sailors in uniforms, guards with tight lips, workers following carriages carrying goods, There are also little children jumping up and down

In a tavern at the port, a young man with flaxen hair was sitting by the window. He watched several sailors on the opposite table wrestling with each other's arms. He couldn't help but let out bursts of cheers. He was wearing a black dress. It fits just right on the body, with a silver olive branch hanging on the shoulder and a thin square face. He exudes competence, but the light emitted from his eyes is very mature and cautious. There are faint wrinkles on the corners of his eyes and forehead. This face is not very handsome, but it is not ugly either. At first glance, you will think that he is He is just an ordinary manager, but his eyes reveal strong ambition, giving people A burning sensation like a flame, even the stout maid in the tavern's affectionate eyes glanced at the man who came here every day to buy wine on credit. If someone hadn't said hello, she would have eaten this guy long ago. Beat him up and throw him on the street. I heard this guy with a southern accent This guy is a smuggling ship owner from the south, but I don’t know who he offended, and the ship was seized by the Imperial Navy, so this guy comes here every day and sits at the window seat every time. Some people say that this guy is Prepare to snatch the ship out of the Imperial Navy's dock while the Imperial Navy is not paying attention.

"Arturo, when will you pay for your drinks?" someone asked jokingly.

"I'll give it to you when you have money. I won't owe you anything." The man smiled sarcastically. The following sentence was obviously superfluous.

"I heard that you have been to many places in South Europe?" A young man with black hair walked into the pub and sat down opposite the man seemingly casually.

"Yes."

"Have you ever been to Martin Tooth? I heard that the Martin Tooth people in the south are very barbaric and ferocious?"

"Cruelty is not considered cruel, at most it is honest." When Martin Liya was mentioned, the man's eyes were a little bright, and he said nonchalantly, "In fact, anyone who has been to Martin Liya knows that the people of Martin Liya are quite hospitable. Yes, if you are their best friend, you can even be greeted by their wives, but you are not very friendly to businessmen. Those businessmen who sell things from here to there just change the place and deliberately change the price. Too high, what’s the difference between being a liar!”

"This is a very interesting insight! But if there is no benefit, who is going to transport things from here to there?" The black-haired young man raised his hand and asked the maid to bring two glasses of ale beer. This kind of rye beer is popular in Lisbon. The man was quite popular among the sailors. The black-haired young man pushed one of the glasses of rye beer in front of the man.

"Actually, it's okay to make some money, but if you deliberately hurt people just to make money, then you really deserve to die, just like some annoying guy." The man picked up the glass and drank it all, touching the corner of his mouth with unfinished content.

"That annoying guy is not an ordinary person, right?" The black-haired young man smiled. "Sometimes it is necessary to use some means to achieve a certain goal, right?" "The black-haired young man looked through the window with deep eyes, looking at the dark sea in front of him. The white wavy waterline could also see the white foam rising in the darkness." I do not reject means, but there are despicable and noble means. "The man's eyes flashed, and for the first time he looked at the black-haired young man in front of him with a slight frown. The hand holding the wine glass tightened suddenly, and his breathing even became a little faster. After looking around, he said hesitantly, "It's Sha Sha. Lin asked you to come to me? ""Charlene? I guess." The black-haired young man smiled, raised his hand and placed a triangular green sign about the size of a fingertip on the table. "This is the token found by Charlene. I believe you should know what it is, right?" "Oh, is there a problem? The man's eyes fell on the blue mark, and he curled his lips with an unusually calm expression, "I'm not a fool. I got on the smuggling ship coming to the empire so smoothly, and it was still within that person's sphere of influence. There are good food and drinks on the way, and there are beautiful women accompanying me. I am not afraid to tell you that I did it on purpose. Otherwise, I am afraid that I will not be able to reach the empire and will be killed on the way."

"Haha, if you are still as upright as before, I will choose to leave. Now, I am beginning to be interested in talking to you." The black-haired young man laughed.

"Yes, I also want to say something. I, the Martin Sharptooth, are not cruel and barbaric. At least compared to you, there is no more cruel and barbaric person in Obarro!" The man looked like he had never seen anything before. The look of such a shameless person