After hearing her question, Catherine shrugged and said, "I don't know, because no one has ever gone deep into the territory of those orcs. Maybe they were killed, maybe they were captured and used as slaves. Maybe God Zhuosen will
You know."
Adele immediately turned pale and said, "It's so scary."
Then, seemingly intentionally or unintentionally, she leaned her delicate body into Lorraine's arms.
Seeing that Adele took the opportunity to sneak away again, Catherine gave her a very blank look, and then continued: "It's nothing, the human gathering place in the Nedel Plain is still very peaceful, and those monsters never dare to go there.
The garrison in Naian Province is still very strong. Even Naider City is very prosperous."
Adele said: "That's good, that's good. If I think about those people who never brush their teeth or take a shower, I will be scared to death."
As he spoke, he patted his plump chest with lingering fear.
The turbulent and wonderful waves immediately made Lord Lorraine lose his mind for a moment.
Catherine shook her head and said, "I have the nerve to say that I often travel on the mainland. You, a pretty young lady, really don't know how to travel."
Adele refused to give in and said: "Tsk, Nicole, do you have any conscience? Who accompanied you all the way from Maple Leaf Danlin to Ruman?"
Catherine said helplessly: "Okay, okay, I won't argue with you, just talk about business."
She paused for a moment, and then continued: "Because there are many foreigners and the terrain is complex, a big problem in Nai'an is the problem of the elves and dwarves living in the woods and mountains. In addition, there are a lot of
The barbarians who ran over. Some of them were convicted of murders, and some of them ran to that place where no one cared about them in order to escape heavy taxes."
When Lorraine heard this, he immediately remembered the eternal saying of Brother Kong, "A harsh government is fiercer than a tiger." The common people are all yearning for a paradise and light, and would rather survive under the tiger's mouth.
Don't want to be exploited by harsh government.
He said "Oh" thoughtfully and said, "I understand, please continue."
Catherine spread her hands helplessly and said: "Successive governors of Naian complained that when it came time to pay taxes, these savages did not think they were Naian, and they all fled far away. But when the orcs invaded
By that time, these savages have turned into Naian people, calling for us to protect them."
Leo was furious at that moment and said loudly: "Since we didn't pay the protection fee, of course we don't care about their life or death. If you want us to work for them for free, aren't you treating people like stupid boys? How can there be such a good thing in the world?
things."
Milena glared at him from the side, and then said: "If you don't understand, don't talk nonsense. How do you know which of the aliens have paid taxes and which have not? Some of the aliens also paid taxes.
If you can't protect them, they won't even pay taxes next time. What will you do then?"
Leo hesitated.
He scratched his head and thought for a long time, but there was no good way to do it. He said, "That will be very difficult and will affect the company's income."
Catherine smiled faintly and said: "You two brats are right. If the governor of Nai'an sends troops to rescue, he will be scolded by his own people. If he doesn't rescue, those aliens will not be obedient. So this is a dilemma.
Some governors were conservative and would put Naian's human interests first. Some governors wanted to expand their power and would show favor to these foreigners. Naian's policy kept changing over and over again, and finally it became a commotion.
The humans in Naian are dissatisfied, and the alien races have not joined us. Anyway, both sides are displeased."
Lorraine rubbed her cheeks and smiled bitterly: "It seems that this kind of problem is very difficult to deal with."
Catherine said: "It doesn't matter. As long as you stick to one principle, that is to satisfy the Ruman people of Nai'an."
Leo also emerged from behind Lorraine and said loudly: "Boss, you must give priority to protecting the taxpayers. To satisfy the taxpayers, don't bully the glorious taxpayers at every turn."
As he spoke, he waved his little white fists menacingly.
Lorraine looked at it and couldn't help but wonder. This little ruffian has always been willing to do nothing without profit. The discussion was about the tax issue of Nai'an Province. How could he suddenly be so excited?
At this time, Catherine glanced at Leo lightly and said, "I haven't spanked you for two days. Your skin is itchy again, right? Do you want me to peel off another layer for you?"
Leo immediately shrank down, got behind Lorraine, and then popped out half of his head. Then he shouted loudly and feigningly: "I am opposed to threatening taxpayers with violence. If you continue to do this, I will not pay you taxes in the future. I
I want to resist taxes! I want to revolt!”
Lorraine immediately woke up. No wonder this little ruffian was so energetic~! It turned out that he wanted to fight for his own interests~!
Catherine was furious at the moment.
She slapped the table and stood up, yelling angrily: "It's against you."
With that said, he walked up to Lorraine and wanted to pull Leo's ears.
What a heroic figure Leo was. Later, when the Iron-Blooded Lion was mentioned, even the demons would tremble in fear of the Iron-Blooded Hero~!
When he saw Catherine stretching out her hand, he immediately screamed, then held his head and ran around the table for his life.
Catherine looked at it and laughed angrily, saying: "You little rascal, let's see if I don't expose you today~!"
As he said that, he picked up the hem of his skirt and started to catch up.
Lorraine looked at it and couldn't help but smile bitterly. In recent days, Catherine has been busy dealing with the backlog of political affairs. In addition, she has been discussing the appointment issue with herself, and has never paid attention to Leo. How about that little gangster?
Tian hadn't been beaten, but from the looks of it, his skin was indeed itchy.
But now, if a fight breaks out, this meeting will be postponed again.
So, he hurried forward, hugged Catherine, and said: "Okay, Nicole, just let him go first. Business is important, business is important."
Catherine glared at Leo, snorted coldly, suppressed her anger, and sat down again.
Seeing that Catherine was not chasing him, Leo stopped and felt as if he had won a battle. He made a face at Catherine on the other side of the table, and pulled up a chair triumphantly and sat down.
Catherine angrily said to Lorraine: "Sooner or later I will be pissed off by you two guys~!"
Lorraine patted Catherine on the back and said: "Okay, okay, after all, Leo has paid your taxes, so you have to let him complain. At worst, you can just add his taxes in the future."
As soon as I said these words, it was like an arrow piercing my heart~!
Leo immediately screamed miserably.
He covered his heart with one hand, pointed angrily at Lorraine with the other, and asked loudly: "Boss, what's on your end?"
Lorraine rolled her eyes at him and thought to herself: Which end am I on? Of course the one on the bedside. Catherine started to get angry, but I couldn't bear to walk around. It's better for you to die than for me~!
Catherine waved her hands and said: "I don't have time to care about you now. Let's get down to business. What we just said, I was so pissed off by you two."
Adele smiled and said: "Governor Nai'an cannot collect taxes, so he cannot please both sides."
Catherine calmed down, then rubbed her forehead and said: "Well, this is still the most basic question of Nai'an. Speaking of which, Nai'an's situation is still very good. You see..."
As she spoke, Catherine pointed to the map and said: "There are two large rivers on the Nidel Plain, the Mamos River and the Beni River. Among them, the Beni River has abundant water and gentle water. It is the lifeline of the Nidel Plain and irrigates the entire plain.
The Mamos River originates from the mountainous area in the north, but the river is full of rapids and rocks, and is not navigable by boats."
Leo's little head arched up again.
He glanced at the map, then held his chubby little chin, chuckled twice, and said: "It's not bad, there are woods upstream, and there are more rapids, so the water power will be greater. We rely on the power of our Flying Eagle Company
With technology, you can build a hydraulic sawmill there, then put rafts in the water and pull them downstream to make boats. This is a big business to make money.
The investment is not high, and the construction period is not long. We can even collect deposits for ships in advance, so we can play with empty hands without investing a penny."
Catherine, Adele and Lorena all looked at Leo in surprise.
Leo raised his head and looked at them and said, "What's wrong? Isn't it possible?"
Catherine murmured: "It's not impossible, but it's very feasible. Why didn't I think of it?"
Lorena shook her head, sighed and said, "Leo is really becoming more and more like Lorraine. He's full of bad ideas~!"
Adele smiled sweetly and said: "Isn't it good? I think it's good. Leo is becoming more and more capable. As soon as his mind changes, the idea comes to him."
Catherine also forgot her anger, rubbed the black hair on Leo's head appreciatively, and said softly: "Yes, he is very discerning. To reward you, you can do whatever you want when the time comes."
Leo's eyes immediately shone with excitement, and he shouted happily: "This is what you said, don't go back on it when the time comes. We are going to pull it off."
As he spoke, he stretched out his hand very solemnly.
Lorraine reluctantly hooked her fingers with him and said, "I'll leave it all to you when we get there, okay."
Catherine waved her hand and said: "Okay, okay, I got it. Lorraine, let's continue. Look here, Nidel is at the intersection of the two rivers."
Catherine pointed at the map and said to Lorraine.
On the map, two rivers meet not far from the sea, forming a tongue-shaped impact area. Naider City is at the tip of the tongue, and its geographical location can be said to be very advantageous. It faces water on three sides and faces the plain on one side, so it can be defended.
Very easy.
There is also an excellent port on the Beni River, and sea ships can dock directly under the city of Nidel. The immigrants of Ruman started to build the city because they took a fancy to the superior geographical location here. The current city of Nidel is said to be still prosperous
Above many other provincial capitals.”
Lorraine nodded and said: "After all, there are so many foreigners there, and their handicrafts are in high demand on the mainland."
Adele's heart moved, and she also said: "That's right, those elves have very skillful hands. The handicrafts they make are very popular."
Catherine said: "I know this much about the basic situation. As for what is happening in Nai'an now, it is not impossible to find out, but it will take time."
Lorraine thought for a while and said: "It seems that Nai'an's basic situation is pretty average. However, we don't have confidence in Russell. I don't think pie will fall from the sky."
Leo said: "That's right, the boss said that being courteous for nothing is either cheating or stealing. I also think that old bastard has no good intentions~!"
Adele said: "In these circumstances, it is of no use at all. We must first find out why Russell let Lorraine become the governor."
Lorraine said: "This, according to Russell, is His Majesty's intention."
Catherine said: "No matter what, as long as Russell says it, we can't take it lightly. Got it~!"
Suddenly her eyes lit up, she looked at the female magician next to her, and said: "Luolina, I need you this time."
Lorena was immediately shocked.
She said "Ah" and said in a confused tone: "You are just playing with your own business, what do you care about me? Don't drag me into the water."
Catherine immediately asked back, "Why, are you willing to watch Lorraine be cheated?"
Luo Linna smiled bitterly and said: "Of course not, but I know that you and Dai'er are very thoughtful. If you are not careful, you might trick me."
Catherine said: "A small favor, let me tell you first whether you can help me or not."
Luo Linna helplessly spread her hands and said: "Okay, okay, okay, you have said it, can I not help you?"
"Only you can do this," Catherine said: "We need you to go to your father and ask for Nai'an's tax and expenditure situation in recent years. The Finance Department has detailed information on these things."
Luo Linna said: "Is this illegal? Let's just say it's illegal first."
Catherine made a 'cut' sound with disdain and said: "There is no law that stipulates this. I can get it if I ask for it, but you also know the style of those bureaucracies. Once I go there, those guys might still think that
I want to check their accounts.
At that time, it will definitely be a mess, absconding with money, or committing suicide out of fear of crime. Dozens of people will die, and I won't doubt it.
Or else, it is to delay the time and prepare a false account that is all right."
Seeing this, Luo Linna had no choice but to bite the bullet and said: "Okay, you've already risked your life, what else can I do? I'll go home and help you ask. If my father doesn't agree, then I have no choice."
"Don't worry, I know all the rules here, your father won't say anything." Catherine said carelessly.
Lorraine thought to herself that in her current state, even if she had all the skills, she would not be able to use them in Ruman City. She had to rely on Catherine for everything. She laughed at herself, thinking that she had really become a pretty boy.
Lorraine and Leo were used to Catherine's strong style, but it didn't matter. Melina next to them was fascinated by it, her eyes were starry, and she already admired Catherine's strong female style.
Next, Catherine and Adele were still worried and asked Lorraine to tell exactly what Russell had said to him.
And Leo has already grabbed his head and started planning his own Flying Eagle Shipbuilding Company.
They talked until the dead of night, and Catherine and Adele continued to talk. They sent Leo and Melina to bed. Catherine and Adele were wearing pajamas again, with boundless amorous feelings, huddled on Lorraine's bed and continued to discuss.
.
Although Lorraine was so excited that she almost burst into tears and thanked him in a circle from Master Zhuo Sen to Tathagata Buddha. However, although he guessed correctly, he did not estimate the persistence of the Queen and the Royal Sisters in their careers. The two girls were a little bit different.
He didn't mean anything and ignored Lorraine's anxious eyes.
Lorraine, who had thanked her for nothing, could only sleep in the corner of the bed with an infinitely depressed mood.
Early the next morning, Catherine and Adele woke up with sleepy eyes. When they saw each other lying on the bed, they first exclaimed and then remembered what happened last night. The two girls hugged each other.
They laughed together, and then kicked Lorraine out of the bed, who was woken up and wanted to come over to take advantage.
After washing up, everyone walked into the restaurant. Leo got up early and was holding a pen in his mouth, frowning and writing on the table.
Catherine looked at it, and like all parents who saw their children suddenly learn well, they were extremely pleased.
She said happily: "Leo finally knows how to study."
Leo bit the end of his pen and said impatiently: "Don't make any noise, don't make any noise, I'm doing math here."
Catherine walked over and grabbed what was in Leo's hand. It started with "Flying Eagle Shipbuilding Company Plan", and the bottom was densely written with small characters and various symbols.
Catherine took the pile of paper in her hand, patted Leo on the head, and said: "What a mess you wrote, sometimes practice your dog-like handwriting first."
Leo snatched the things back from Catherine's hand and said hurriedly: "What do you know? Just write your signature. No matter how beautiful the handwriting is, what's the use of working as a copywriter for others? What I'm doing now is to make a fortune."
Getting rich is a matter of enriching the country and strengthening the military. Women have long hair but short knowledge~!"
Catherine was so angry that she crossed her waist, pretending to be a teapot, and sneered: "You are still reasonable~!"
Lorraine hurriedly grabbed Catherine and said: "It's early in the morning, so we don't have to play out the scenes every morning again today. Didn't we agree that we will go to the home of the Chief of Military Affairs today? We have to prepare first."
Lorena walked in humming a song at this time. She had long been accustomed to the unusual atmosphere in Catherine's restaurant, and said easily: "Nicole is going on, do you want me to wait for you?"
Catherine snorted and pulled up a chair.
Luo Linna also sat at the dining table, stretched her body and said, "It's difficult for me to come here early in the morning and no one brings me a cup of hot tea."
Melina walked into the restaurant with a tea tray at this time. After hearing this, she quickly served Lorena a tea cup first.
Lorena pinched Melina's little face and said, "Nicole, you, the host, are worse than a little guest."
As she spoke, she turned to Melina with approval and said, "My little girl will definitely be the most gentle and virtuous woman in the world from now on."
Melina smiled, flashed her long and straight eyelashes, and said seriously: "Sister Luolina, you are so grateful. I have carefully calculated that I am at best the fifth gentle and virtuous woman in the world~!"