Realm of Power

Seeing the dull expressions on the two guests' faces, a sharp light flashed imperceptibly in the fat man's eyes. No matter how ignorant he was, he knew what the name Julius meant in the entire northwest region of the Gallic Empire.

The northwest coast was in a state of chaos, but the main army of the Gallic Empire in the northwest region did not show up, which itself has always made Fatty worried.

The empire is not afraid of war, but it is not arrogant enough to think that it is invincible.

In the newly occupied Normandy, everything is in a state of exhaustion. Most of the supplies still need to be transported from across the sea. It will take at least three months to have basic supply capabilities. The long ocean line is like Le With the rope around the imperial army's logistical neck, the conditions for a direct war with the main battle armies of the Gallic Empire were not yet mature.

"How about 20 million gold coins to buy 200,000 slaves! This transaction will definitely not be a loss!"

The fat man picked up the water glass on the table, blew the misty white smoke from the mouth of the glass, stood up and went to the window. The sun was shining brightly outside the window, and the golden light spots shone through the screen window. Everything seemed so leisurely and extremely confidence,

Fight if you can, and use money to hit if you can't. Fatty has always been good at using both soft and hard methods. He doesn't believe that if 20 million gold coins are thrown at him, even a wealthy family like Julius, who has the most power in the Gallic Empire, , no matter how wealthy you are, you must lie on the ground and take a breath before you dare to challenge yourself.

When the fat man turned around, he curled his lips slightly and said, "Twenty million people. If you can really bring me such a large population, I won't mind giving you 20 million." In terms of profit calculations, he is known as The fat man who never fails is definitely a guy who is smarter than a fox.

The little calculation in his heart has already started to fly. 20 million gold coins are equivalent to the empire's fiscal revenue for a quarter, which seems like a lot. But if these 200,000 people are converted into migration from the mainland of the empire, you will know that the investment of 20 million gold coins is really just a drop of water.

The empire's expenditure on these 200,000 migrant population is definitely far more than this amount, and may even reach several times. Even if the cost of manpower itself is not counted, according to the existing transportation capacity of the empire's fleet, it is impossible to transport such a large population base. It's shipped all at once, even if it's in full operation. It would take more than half a year to put all the transport ships into operation. By that time, the Normandy region had already missed the land cultivation season.

In other words, the empire needs to be responsible for the food and production needs of these 200,000 new immigrants for more than two years. This is a bottomless pit with 200,000 mouths and requires cross-sea transportation. Oh My God! The fat man took a deep breath! No matter how rich the empire is, it will still be dragged down to death by these 200,000 people.

The Imperial Navy needs to concentrate its efforts for about 2 years of precious time, and invest countless amounts of money and manpower. Domestic development will also suffer from serious financial holes due to the drag of these 200,000 new immigrants. Compared with these, the fat man really wants to slap his chest and howl, "20 million is really fair!"

Sure enough, the two people opposite were frightened. There was no relief at all, he was immediately discouraged, and the fat man tilted his head. Turning back from the window, he looked at the embarrassed Julie Hayden and said kindly, "If you have difficulties, we can also choose to deliver the goods in installments. How about a three-month period?" this……"

Julier Hayden opened his mouth, and the focus in his eyes trembled. Under the other party's forcing gaze, he didn't know what to say for a moment, 20 million, self-esteem and arrogance, etc., in the face of the other party's sudden display of wealth. If you still cling to face in front of someone, then you are really stupid! Julien Hayden is naturally not an idiot with a strong sense of honor and pride. Instead, he is very keenly aware of the changes it will bring to the family's future.

What is the concept of 20 million? That is a year's finances of a large monarchy, and it is relatively wealthy. It is three times the amount of property plundered by Julius Fort, who has been fighting in the northwest for a year. It took the Else family five years of savings to get a real job. The amount spent on the consulship and the right to recommend a consul within the traditional sphere of influence of the family is only 10 million. Compared with the other party's arrogance of 20 million, the family has spent so much effort to rob it. With little wealth, he is as shabby as a beggar,

"It's really unacceptable to give up like this..."

All kinds of thoughts are running wildly in Julier Hayden's mind. If he was a little proud before, he has been beaten to pieces by now.

The opponent's overwhelming Jinshan offensive! Julie Hayden was completely unable to have any thoughts of competing. He suddenly felt that this was the worst year for the family, but it was also the best year for the family, because this sudden 20 million was enough to change a lot. thing,

On a larger scale, if the 20 million yuan can fall into the hands of the family, the family can completely use its connections in Kyoto to fight its way out of the fierce recommendation competition and win the position of an actual consul, which means that With the Julius family, they will become the first super wealthy family in the empire to have two actual local consuls.

This is not just a matter of face. Even the royal family does not dare to look down upon a family with two actual consuls. According to the calculation that one consul can mobilize 100,000 regular troops, the Julius family will have the ability to mobilize 200,000 troops of the empire. potential,

That is one-fifth of the empire's total military strength. This is strength, naked strength! With this slap in the face, the family can re-enter the ranks of the wealthy families of the imperial capital overnight, and it will definitely be among the top five!

From a young age, if the 20 million is handed over to the Fifth Legion of the Empire in Julius Fort in the northwest, the family's position in the northwest will be unbreakable, the military strength and influence of the Fifth Legion will reach an unprecedented level, and any small tricks and peeping of the hostile family will become a joke.

"Real strength does not need to be deliberately shown to others, but others will tremble from the heart as long as they think of you. In the face of such an opportunity, it is worth a fight!" In the end, Julius Hayden's bloodshot pupils wanted to drip blood. He gritted his teeth and made up his mind, saying heavily, "Okay, 20 million gold coins to buy 200,000 slaves, I'll do this deal! But for the first transaction, I can only give you 30,000 people! The others will be shipped later." "Okay, I will pay according to the number of people to be paid! I will never treat my friends unfairly! Except for the Normandy people, all others are fine! Happy cooperation! "

The fat man smiled at Julie Hayden and stretched out a hand, looking as pure as a newborn lamb.

He knew that in this negotiation, he had already stood at a height that was enough to make the other party unable to resist. With this order, even if someone on the Northwest Coast was dissatisfied, the Julius family would be the first to help him deal with him. He had completely established a foothold on the Northwest Coast. To be continued