Facing this huge territory that belongs to him, Chen Rui couldn't help but feel a little emotional when he thought of how he struggled to survive in the Dark Moon Territory when he first crossed over.
However, he soon had no time to sigh, because Samuel was coming to report with a serious look on his face.
There was not a single white crystal coin or grain left in the inventory of the entire Jinyao territory.
All management personnel in key positions have been evacuated.
When Garfield was in office, he secured the qualification for the Jinyao Territory to be a branch venue of the Human World Business Conference. Now it has been less than two months since the conference was held, and the construction of many venues has reached the final stage. This was originally a good thing, but Garfield
How could Chen Rui be so advantageous? He demolished several key buildings on the grounds that the buildings were faulty and needed to be rebuilt, took away a group of key engineering personnel, and owed a large amount of wages to the migrant workers.
Garfield also secretly gave instructions to several thorny families to use some deliberately left clues as an excuse to cause trouble.
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These were naturally the "gifts" deliberately left by the former second prince Garfield to the "royal brother". If the three-day "handover" time had not been too short, Chen Rui had no doubt that this guy would have demolished the entire Jinyao territory into rubble.
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Garfield's reasons are very high-sounding. These materials and talents are the result of seven years of hard work in managing the territory. Now that the territory is handed over, he will naturally take away his own "property".
After Emperor Rex learned of this incident, he did not intervene or provide any assistance.
From the moment "Arthur" left the hall after the father-son argument that day, he was not only his most beloved son, but a true prince.
The overt and covert struggle between the heirs to the throne. As long as some bottom line is not touched, the emperor will not interfere. This is the unspoken rule of empires or kingdoms in the past. The one who can stand out in the battle and win the final victory is the best and most suitable.
Candidates to succeed to the throne.
The edge of the sword was sharpened. Emperor Rex also wanted to see the true ability of his son who had returned after seven years, not just in weapon making.
Suffering a heavy blow and unable to recover? Or will you become more courageous and resolve the crisis as you become more frustrated?
This is a test not only for Rex, but also for those who are waiting and watching, His Highness the Third Prince.
"Your Highness, the most I can offer here is 700 black crystal coins." Samuel lowered his head in embarrassment. In fact, these 700 black crystal coins are the money of Joanna and Ina, the Golden Knight.
I usually don’t have much concept about money, but now that a penny can stump a heroic man, I feel ashamed for the first time.
Joanna originally had a lot of money. But in order to rescue Samuel, running around to open the joints, she had already spent almost all the money. Ina had almost lost all her money in the Nightmare Field, and her money was tight.
Seven hundred black crystal coins is a large sum for a commoner's family, but for Jin Yao's territory, it is simply a drop in the bucket. It will have no effect.
"Money is not an issue, you don't have to worry about it." Chen Rui shook his head, "After all, the talent aspect gives me a little headache."
Chen Rui really doesn't worry about money. It's a bit exaggerated to say that the black crystal coins earned from the Demon World Magic Game alone are enough to cover the entire ground of Jin Yao's territory.
However, the management of a territory cannot be separated from people. This time, Garfield has taken away a large number of talents in key positions. Although Chen Rui and Isabella are outstanding internal affairs experts, they cannot replace so many grassroots personnel.
Talent is like a pyramid. If there is no foundation at the middle and lower levels, no matter how outstanding the top is, it will not be able to take shape.
In the long run, having money and policies can attract talents, but now time is very tight and there is simply no time.
"I grew up in the Jinyao territory. I know some good talents. Some of them are not reused in the family. I should be able to recruit them for His Highness. By the way, I still have a few close friends in the family..."
"The Camplot family?" Chen Rui seemed to have thought of something, and blurted it out at the same time as Isabella. The couple looked at each other and smiled in tacit understanding.
This scene made the fairy Miss Long on the side look a little jealous. Although she didn't know how to feel it, she pretended to understand: "Oh!"
Soon, Carlo Camplot, the patriarch of the Camplot family, one of the two major families in the Jinyao territory, and the former Secretary of Finance, was summoned to the Lord's Mansion.
This was not the first time Carlo came to this mansion, but his mood at this time seemed extremely complicated.
The third prince "Arthur" had been a great benefactor to the Camplot family back then, so Carlo swore allegiance to him and served as the fiscal and tax officer of the territory, and he was deeply trusted.
However, after the disappearance of the third prince seven years ago, the acting lord, the second prince Garfield, carried out a large-scale purge of the Jinyao territory. Carlo was dismissed from his position as finance and tax official. The Camplot family was also persecuted and suppressed by Garfield, and they were squeezed.
Countless benefits and money.
Since the Camplot family is the number one business family and is involved in various fields, it is truly extremely wealthy, which has aroused some fear from Emperor Rex. As a lord, Garfield has the absolute full power to deal with the problems in the territory.
affairs, so Emperor Rex turned a blind eye to Garfield's actions and did not interfere too much, which made the situation of the Camplot family even more miserable.
Later, Carlo's son Samuel defeated the first genius Paul in a duel, was appreciated by Emperor Rex, was canonized as a Golden Knight, and became a member of the Dragoon Legion. Only then did the Camplot family rediscover
Seizing the opportunity for his rise, Carlo was appointed Financial Secretary.
Under this favorable situation, Carlo inevitably had new ideas in his mind. Since "Arthur" has been missing for many years, the Camplot family must find new support if they want to maintain stability and further grow. Therefore, Carlo
After careful consideration, he accepted the olive branch offered by the fourth prince Luke to counter Garfield, who had been persecuting the family.
However, something unexpected happened. Carlo unexpectedly encountered the "Joint Appeal" and was dismissed from his post and imprisoned. Samuel also became a prisoner for "assassinating" Garfield. Although he was pardoned by Emperor Rex, Samuel was imprisoned.
He was labeled a "degenerate" and his life was in danger. Fortunately, the third prince "Arthur" who had been missing for many years appeared. Miraculously, he turned the situation around and cleared Samuel's name.
Now, after "Arthur" regained control of Jin Yao's territory, he immediately summoned himself. Should he accuse him? Or recruit him? Or both? So how should he respond? Should he continue to follow the current fourth prince Luke? Or should he go back and re-loyal to him?
The old owner, the third prince "Arthur"?
For a time, Carlo was caught in a dilemma.
"Lord Carlo." Chen Rui's voice woke Carlo out of his thoughts.
"How dare Carlo call you 'Sir' in front of His Highness?" Carlo bowed deeply, "Carlo apologizes to His Highness first."
"I once told Samuel that neither you nor him need to apologize to me." Chen Rui saw the contradiction in Carlo's heart and smiled slightly: "Don't mention the past anymore. You read it first.
Look at this."
Carlo took a magic leather scroll handed over by Chen Rui. When he saw the six words "Appointment Letter of Finance and Taxation Officer" on it, he felt secretly anxious. Sure enough...
"Don't rush to refuse or worry, listen to me first." Chen Rui saw what Carlo was thinking, "I used to be His Majesty Rex's favorite prince. Of course, I'm not sure whether I like him or not now.
However, what is certain is that now I am the third prince of the empire, the lord of the Jin Yao territory, and... one of the three great weapon-making masters of mankind."
Carlo nodded, Prince "Arthur"'s return this time is really eye-catching. Just the name of the master of weapon making is enough to make him famous all over the world.
"You used to be the fiscal and tax officer of the territory, and you have outstanding talents. I have always valued you. This time I come back. Naturally, I want to use an old man I trust. This appointment letter is not for you personally. It is for Kan.
Plot family, you will decide the specific candidate. I want real talents. The Camplot family is one of the two major families in Jinyao territory, and it was also a close family of mine, so accepting this position is the right choice.
It's reasonable to say that you don't need to refuse, and you can't refuse, otherwise... I don't mind following Garfield's method."
"Yes, Your Highness." The other party has already reached this point. Carlo naturally cannot refuse, unless the Camplot family does not want to hang out in Jinyao's territory.
This is definitely unrealistic, because this is the foundation of the family and has a history of dozens of generations. Even in the most difficult times, it has never left, let alone now.
"One more thing, Samuel, will not be returning to the Camplot family."
"I know, Your Highness." Carlo looked sad. He had tried to persuade Samuel, but failed. He knew very well that his son's character would not change once a real decision was made.
"Samuel following me is not a bad thing for the Camplot family or for him personally." Chen Rui saw Carlo's expression in his eyes and smiled: "It's like you can't put eggs in
In the same basket, as the controller of a big family, you should know this better than me..."
Carlo was once one of the Directors of the Third Division. He had so much experience that he realized the true meaning of these words. A look of surprise flashed in his eyes. Is this still His Highness "Arthur" seven years ago?
"I understand." Carlo nodded, "Your Highness, please let Samuel go home as soon as possible, and I will officially announce his expulsion from the family."
"Yes, Mr. Carlo is indeed a sensible person, but unfortunately... in some aspects, he is a fan of the authorities and chose the wrong direction to seek refuge, which is why he was imprisoned before."
Carlo smiled bitterly and lowered his head without making any excuse.
"It seems that you haven't really understood it yet." Chen Rui shook his head, "You and the Campelot family have only one person who needs to be loyal, and that is His Majesty. No matter what you have to pay, how many benefits you have to give up, and no matter what Luke gives you,
What benefits or promises do you have... This is the only way for the Camplot family to survive and develop. If you are willing to give up, you will get something. Although the Camplot family is currently experiencing a trough, it may not be someone who seeks from His Majesty.
An opportunity for real 'protection'. For the sake of Samuel, I will give you a better opportunity. The Jinyao territory is about to undergo great changes, shaking the entire empire and even the human world. As a prince and a master of weapon making, I will
Will be paid attention to by His Majesty again. There is a saying that 'the trees that are beautiful in the forest will be destroyed by the wind'. Even a father and son cannot ignore some potential threats for an emperor. So I need to have someone by my side.
I think a tax officer with a pair of eyes that can observe His Majesty's movements at any time is the most suitable candidate."
Carlo was shocked and looked at Chen Rui with incredible eyes.
When leaving the lord's palace after the summons, the biggest thought in Carlo's mind was: Samuel's choice may truly change the fate of the entire Camplot family... (To be continued...)