Facing a group of country bumpkins who had never seen the world, Li Lin lay lazily on his office chair, looked at the white ceiling, and said regretfully:
"If I weren't worried that Charlemagne's financial collapse would directly affect Lapland's ability to resist the United Duchy of Rus, I would squeeze every last penny out of this country."
"Young people, although it is good to have confidence, I want to remind you that career is not gambling, and money that is easy to come by is always easy to lose."
"Thank you for your advice, Mr. Carlos. After listening to my plan, I believe everyone will agree with my statement."[
Without raising his eyes, Li Lin began to introduce his fraud plan cordially and enthusiastically.
"You can skip the first part. You know what to do better than me."
They are all well-known tactics, hoarding information, spreading rumors, increasing public panic, and damaging the credibility of competitors.
"A wave of panic has initially formed in Charlemagne's territory. One month after the epidemic spreads, the company will reveal the truth about the mysterious disease - the contaminated wheat, and at the same time announce the origin of the poisonous wheat and the scope of the impact."
Originally, this kind of thing should be done by the government. Unfortunately, noble gentlemen, scholars of healing magic, and theological researchers in the church may not be able to come up with any reliable conclusions within three to five years. This work has to be done by people who are enthusiastic about public affairs and have ambitions.
ve company, which was trying to solve people's suffering, reluctantly took care of it.
Releasing relevant information does not solve the problem. There are serious problems with the autumn wheat used for the winter, and there is no alternative food. Charlemagne is very likely to have a famine and disaster that sweeps two-thirds of the country before harvesting the summer wheat.
Very panic.
Even in the scientific and prosperous 21st century Earth, a rumor about nuclear radiation can cause a rush to buy iodized salt and milk powder. In a country where the people are generally ignorant and communication technology is backward, the speed and scale of the spread of rumors cannot be overestimated.
"In this difficult situation, someone must step forward."
The dolls burst into malicious laughter.
Yes, there will definitely be a knight on a white horse and a savior who will appear in times of crisis to save all people.
It is none other than a model of enthusiastic, generous and charitable businessman: ve company owned by President Siegfried Otto Lilin.
"But our company is not omnipotent, and the wheat inventory is relatively limited."
Agentolaton, located in the inland area north of Charlemagne, has never been a grain-producing province, and people who don't know this situation can understand this.
"Despite this, our company will still do its best. Before the Royal Government selects edible grains from the granary or purchases grains from abroad for disaster relief, our company will use all means to alleviate the disaster."
In other words, during this blank period, only Ve Company can provide safe food, and the price of food is completely determined by them.
"Our company will use food exchange coupons for disaster relief."
The core of the conspiracy was presented grandly, and the attendees held their breath, waiting for what was to follow.
"Since the end of last year, our company has implemented a welfare system for its tenant farmers. At the end of each year, it issues grain exchange coupons that can be exchanged for 50 kilograms of flour or 100 kilograms of wheat to its farmers. After half a year, it has established initial credibility. For the victims of the disaster, our company
The vouchers will be issued at a limit of one voucher per household, and the circulation scope will be limited to the disaster-stricken areas from Agen Tolaton to the border with the province of Brittany."
That is to say, it covers most of Charlemagne's northern territories and connects the only continental territory of Agentolaton and Albion in the shape of a corridor.[
"Then it's your turn. You have stocked up enough low-grade wheat or old wheat in your warehouses, right? Those who want to cash in on the exchange coupons will definitely buy them in large quantities. Please feel free to sell them at a higher price. I have prepared a backup for you.
According to the estimation below, the grain exchange coupons will be sold for 10 grand or 8 guineas each. All exchange coupons will be handed over to you, and all profits will be distributed to you. As a small way to celebrate the first cooperation with you,
A small greeting gift."
He exclaimed again, the joyful tone overpowering the shock.
No matter how you look at it, these are unimaginably favorable trading conditions.
The participants at the meeting did not have any concept and could not understand the mechanism of speculation in buying and selling futures and securities. But they knew very well that when the hungry winter comes, in order not to starve to death, every family will definitely spend all their savings to buy Ve Company’s securities.
Charlemagne's speculators would not miss the opportunity to make a fortune from grain exchange coupons. The value of those exchange coupons would continue to rise with malicious speculation, and eventually turn into a gold mountain.
If there weren't the problems that Li Lin mentioned before, it would not be a delusion to squeeze out every gold coin from Charlemagne, but it was just that. It was so wonderful that they were satisfied.
"In the final stage of the crisis, the Department will announce a cure for wheat poisoning and methods to prevent wheat from being contaminated again. Of course, we will supply it in an unlimited amount. But this requires financial support from the government."
Telling where his profits lie, the young man added:
"Let the Schneider Grain Suppliers and Robert's Pawn Shop take the blame."
"Good idea."
No one objects to it. As the proposer of the plan, Li Lin has the right to ask for his share. As for those who take the blame - it is natural to crack down on those stumbling blocks. The foreign businessmen attending the meeting have long seen the gang that controls the transportation of materials in Lapland.
The guy in Quan is upset.
"You are really a genius, President Li Lin."
“An unparalleled plan!”
The dancing dolls were surrounded with applause and praise. The young man humbly said that he was just a newcomer and hoped that the seniors in the business world would give him more support.
Completely undisturbed, his red eyes were still looking at the ceiling coldly.
"Then let's do one last thing."
The noble puppet announced that everyone at the meeting was looking forward to this moment - dividing their own share of the interests.
Li Lin said nothing and waited quietly for his business partners to complete the matter.
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"Your Excellency seems to have some reservations about the meeting just now."
Many dolls have been removed, leaving only the noble puppet announcing the distribution of benefits in the room. Li Lin's eyes finally moved from the ceiling to his eyes.
"Compared with them, you seem to be more interesting to chat with, incredible young man."
From a glimpse of the entity hidden on the other side of the strait, you can feel the coldness of the luxurious doll looking down on mortals.[
"It's really scary for me to be favored by such a big shot like you."
The young man shrugged, his mouth crooked.
"His Excellency Francis Walsingham, Secretary-General of the State of Albion."
ps: Small quiz theater
Li Lin: My waist aches and my back hurts, so chatting with the old man is the best.
Nidhogg: Please act like an adult...
Li Lin: Yesterday’s grand prize winner is,,, please cheer up!
Nidhogg: Today's question 1. What is the prototype of the dwarf who doesn't eat pork and wears a round hat? Hint: No? 2. What's the story about Mr. Li Lin sleeping on a rope? Why can't I sleep?! Please help answer the questions.