Cod, a great merchant in the Carroll region, had a family business for generations. When he was young, he went out alone to explore the country. He was famous in the northern part of the southern border. He was keen and dared to act but was cautious. He was a standard merchant who could seize all interests but adhered to the spirit of contract. His family business covered many fields of fur, spice and potions. Because of his extensive friendship, he had channels in the Holy Spirit Plain and the East.

Palze is Cod's eldest son, and if nothing unexpected happens, this young man with a talent for business will inherit his father's career.

Gao Wen looked at the Carol businessman in front of him and matched the information in his mind. This was the first time he had met Cod himself, but he was quite familiar with the information about the merchant, and there were two things that impressed him:

The first thing was the reorganization of the Carroll Business Association. After the war of unity in the Southern border, the Government Affairs Department took over the Carroll area. The original loose alliance of local merchants was reorganized and under the management of the Government Affairs Department. The first big businessman to sign at that time was Mr. Cod. He later actively promoted the rectification of the business order in the entire region, thus entering the sight of the local consuls and gaining a place in the Government Affairs Department.

The second one was earlier. After the rise of Cecil's alchemy potions, cheap industrial potions quickly covered the entire southern territory. Almost all merchants involved in the drug business were impacted, and the Cod family was no exception. However, when the merchants fled, changed careers or defected to the Earl of Hosman, Mr. Cod did an amazing move: he abandoned all the family's finished potions business without hesitation, and then started to trade herbal raw materials and alchemy potions wholesale, becoming one of Cecil's earliest raw material suppliers and alchemy potions wholesalers...

An excellent businessman.

"Sit down, there is no need to be polite," Gao Wen chose to meet the businessman and son in the study, so naturally he would not show a high attitude. "Betty prepares refreshments and delivers them to the study."

There were tables and chairs for guests in the study. Kod and Palping regained some tension and sat down in the same manner as appropriate as possible to sit face to face with a noble of such a level. This kind of thing was almost an unimaginable adventure for a businessman of a civilian origin like them. Even if it was difficult to calm down with Kod's will, the big businessman still did not lose his basic judgment. He noticed that this was a study, which was undoubtedly a good phenomenon.

The living room is the most common place to receive guests, but the study room is more secretive. Things that can be discussed in the study room cannot be used in the living room to discuss.

There is a big business today.

Gao Wen observed Cod and Parr's reaction and smiled slightly: "Don't be nervous, today I'm going to talk about your professional field. Padric recommends you to me. Mr. Cod, as far as I know, your trade route is wide."

"It's all about making a living," Cod carefully considered each word, "it's nothing before you."

"No need to be modest, the value of a merchant is very important to the principality, Mr. Cod, I heard that you have business even in the East?"

Cod's heart skipped a beat, and he didn't know how to answer for a while, and sweat slowly emerged from the back of his neck.

The Eastern Frontier and the Kingdom Army are going to war... Although the Southern Frontier is not involved in this civil war, the merchants with wide range of trade routes have been more or less affected.

In addition to the southern border, Cod's business was also in the Holy Spirit Plain. At the same time, he also had some contacts with the merchants in the eastern border.

Due to the changes in the situation in the Rock Fortress, the current trade route to the Holy Spirit Plain is slightly unsmooth. In order to avoid losses, many merchants who do business with the Holy Spirit Plain are thinking of other ways out. Cod also strengthened his ties with the East through the land corridor in the Glen area as a transit. He has sent bulk goods there several times recently, mostly potions...

He did not violate Cecil's law, all taxes were paid, and all goods were registered, but the Duke suddenly asked this... Should he answer yes or no?

Gowen Cecil is Ansu's founding grand duke, so who does he support in this civil war? From the perspective of orthodoxy, he may support the Kingdom Army... But to be honest, is there anyone in the civil war 100% orthodox side now?

In an instant, countless thoughts flipped through Cod's mind, and massive trade-offs of interests were coming one after another, but he had to answer, so after just two seconds of hesitation, he still spoke: "... There are indeed some channels, but due to the influence of the civil war, the channels are not very smooth..."

"To me, the East is the same as the Kingdom Army," Gao Wen said slowly, "Junior fights."

Cod's face turned a little more: "But the channels have been much more open recently."

"That's good," Gao Wen nodded with satisfaction, "the Principality needs your business."

Cod controlled his expression changes well, but his breathing was still suffocated.

Big! Life! Intention!!

A bigger business than he thought!!

The big merchant's face was almost shining: "I wish to serve you. This is the supreme glory of our entire family!!"

Gao Wen nodded with satisfaction again, and then said, "Then, you should understand this business..."

Cod listened carefully, not daring to leave a word.

As he expected, the duke wanted to do business with the East Realm and sold the potions to the East Realm.

This is a big deal than an open one, but it can't be done too much, so it requires an agent.

Cod and his family will become this agent, executing the Duke's will and managing the flowing gold coins.

The conditions offered by the Duke are so generous. Although the family will no longer enjoy all profits in the East Pollut Business, but will need to hand over half of the income to the principality, this part of the "loss" is simply not worth mentioning compared to the upcoming income.

With the support of the Duke, how many times will the family's drug business in the East End expand? Ten times or twenty times?

It will only be more than that!

Cod knew what kind of business it would be to become an agent of a noble. He was a civilian, and knew that many people like him had to fight for such an opportunity even if they disperse most of their wealth: this was a path to enter the society and gain blood honors.

Excellent agents can seek a true title for future generations, and for this possibility, they are willing to pay a huge price.

Although the nobles in the southern border now do not have much real power, and only honors and limited hereditary treatment are left, on the other hand, the duke does not need him to pay any huge price. He can even make a lot of money that nothing better in the world than this.

After explaining most of the matter clearly, Gao Wen looked into Cod's eyes: "So, do you understand?"

"Yes, Lord Duke, I understand completely," Cod said quickly, then he pulled his bow tie and asked cautiously while calming down, "But I don't understand... why did you choose me specifically?"

"You are capable and a smart person," Gao Wen leaned against the back of the chair. "In addition, I didn't specifically choose you, Padric recommended twelve candidates, I just drew you from the twelve alternatives."

Cod blinked, a hint of enlightenment appeared on his face, and then he stood up and lowered his head deeply: "I understand Cod Baldwin, in the name of the family, he will be loyal and will never betray your oath."

"You can," Gao Wen nodded with a smile and took out a stack of documents. "Then we will sign the agreement and Padric will contact you and make all preparations for your next business. As for how to start a business in the East... there should be no need for others to help you."

Cod solemnly took the stack of documents and carefully looked at it from top to bottom twice. The agreement that the Duke had formulated was more strict and formal than he thought, and even more professional than the contracts signed between many merchants. He could not see anything to question.

So he signed his name on it and fell down with the last stroke. He let out a long sigh.

The young man named Parr just watched quietly from the side. He kept his father's teachings in mind, and did not say a word or miss a word on such occasions.

After the contract was established, Cod's heart was completely relieved, and then he looked at Gao Wen carefully, with a hint of hesitation on his face.

Gao Wen was ready to return to his previous work at this time, but when he noticed the reaction of the big businessman, he still asked: "Mr. Cod, what else is there?"

"Duke Duke, I have a very presumptuous question... and it may be several questions. I hope you don't feel offended," Coderby just thought about the words more carefully. After obtaining Gao Wen's permission, he continued, "When we came, we saw the new vehicles on display in the square... the incredible magic car is impressive. I would like to ask... is it for sale to civilians? If you want to buy it, what are the conditions required?"

Looking at the big businessman's expectant look, Gao Wen couldn't help laughing: "Of course it is for sale. Like mining machines, magic cars can also be bought and sold. Of course, it will be very expensive in the early stage, just like the earliest mining machinery, but for wealthy businessmen who need it like you, it is an affordable price. In addition, since this is a brand new thing, the factory production line is still being adjusted further, and some subsequent management systems have not been disclosed yet, and you will probably have to wait for a while to buy it. As for the conditions... first, you must be trained and master its control methods, and secondly, you must comply with the matching traffic regulations, because it is a faster and more powerful means of transportation than cattle and horse vehicles. We must ensure its safety during use."

"Oh, I understand this completely," Cod nodded repeatedly. "I have seen mining machines and can imagine how much strength a vehicle that is also powered by a magic engine will have. This kind of thing will not work if you accidentally run on the road."

Gao Wen was very happy to see that after a new thing was born, someone realized its role so soon and wanted to contact and use it. He saw that Cod had something to say, so he encouraged: "What else do you want to say? Even if I'm not a strict person, you don't have to be nervous."

"Thank you for your understanding. I still have a question," Cod said while organizing the language. "About Magic Network Radio... There is no broadcast device installed in the Carroll area yet, but there are also in the north, the Stone City and the Kant area further south..."

Gao Wen sighed slightly when he listened to Cod's words.

What the businessman said is the fact that the current coverage of Magic Network broadcasting devices is indeed quite limited compared to that of newspapers. This is because the production capacity of Magic Network terminals is limiting its laying. The limited number of terminals determines that Gao Wen can only install them in necessary places first. Panshi City is a front-line fortress, and Kant City is an industrial new city. These two places are naturally included, and the development of the Carroll area can only be temporarily suspended.

"The Magic Net terminals are limited, so they failed to cover the Carroll area in time, but you can rest assured that Cecil will not abandon any land and the people there. Next, we will start installing terminals in secondary towns, including Carroll."

Hearing Gao Wen's explanation, Cod first expressed his gratitude, and then said: "If the Carroll Business Association is willing to provide funds...we will pay for the purchase of machines, lay the relay towers, and pay for maintenance, can we install them first? I have only a small request..."

Gao Wen was slightly stunned, then showed a look of scrutiny: "What request?"

Cod cleared his throat and began to describe his thoughts: "That's it. On the way I came, I asked a lot of things related to Magic Network Radio. I thought of a...thing is somewhat similar to the 'program' on Magic Network, but the content is different. I want to use it to introduce the specialties in the Carroll area and the business projects of our business association..."

Gao Wen's expression had not changed much, but he was already shocked. When he listened to Cod's words, his eyes couldn't help but fall on the unfinished plan.

Cod had already entered the state, his tension finally faded, and his speech became more and more fluent: "People say that Carol has no specialties, but we actually have a good cheese over there. With local ochre wine, it is simply awesome delicacy, but almost no outsiders know it, and it is difficult to sell it. This time I heard that I was coming to Cecil City, and several of my friends pulled me to discuss it for a long time. They wanted to rent a small place in the 'newspaper' to introduce this specialty, but no one knew exactly what to do. We studied all the laws published by the Government Affairs Department and did not find any provisions prohibiting this matter. I decided to come here to try my luck, but after seeing the Magic Network broadcast, I thought it was better than the newspaper..."

Gao Wen couldn't help but interrupt the other party: "You still want to advertise in the newspaper?!"

"Advertisement?" Cod was stunned. This was a word I had never heard of before. However, Gao Wen used the method of creating lexicons by using the two roots of "widely spread" and "information". Therefore, he reacted slightly and understood the meaning, "Ah, you have imagined this thing?"

"...No, this is what you created," Gao Wen squeezed his eyebrows and waved his hand. "Continue, Mr. Cod, continue, speak, all your thoughts, all your thoughts," said Gao Wen.

"Yes. I think Magic Network radio is a better thing. You see, it gives people a deeper impression, and the screen of the event can directly display the goods, and it can spread faster than newspapers, but it would be better if it could also publish 'advertising' in the newspaper, because the distribution range of newspapers is wider..."

After receiving Gao Wen's encouragement, Cod seemed to have doubled his courage. He said with excitement, so that Pal next to him was stunned: This young man had not seen his father so excited in years.

"Actually, we also considered whether to spend money on buying a printing press and printing things for publicity by ourselves, but the Government Affairs Department told us that this is illegal...

"There are many merchants in Carol who are buying machines and wanting to build textile factories and brick factories. The Government Affairs Department approved our request, but it is difficult for us to recruit people, and the things we make are not easy to sell... We produce them strictly in accordance with the requirements of the Government Affairs Department, but it is too difficult to promote things...

Gao Wen listened to the big businessman's story one by one. After the other party finally finished speaking, he let out a gentle sigh.

"Duke," Cod seemed to realize that he had been too bold just now, and a look of anxiety appeared on his face, "I'm just bold and reckless thoughts, you can..."

"These thoughts are interesting," Gowan interrupted, "and they are valuable."

Cod looked overjoyed: "Then... do you agree?"

"I think it's feasible, of course, it requires strict planning and supporting institutional constraints," Gao Wen nodded. "Can you imagine what would happen if merchants were allowed to publish their own advertisements in newspapers and radio?"

Cod frowned and thought, and said while thinking: "It will be easier to sell things, and many people will know about the specialty products in the distance..."

As he spoke, he hesitated for a moment, but continued: "... Someone may also fabricate overly exaggerated descriptions or even completely false information... If the situation gets out of control, people will even stop believing in the newspapers and radio programs..."

Gao Wen nodded secretly. This is indeed a smart person and a qualified businessman.

Before the advertisement was really born, he had already thought of false advertisements, although it seemed that he did not intend to use it.

"As you said, Mr. Cod, this new thing needs to be treated with caution," said Gao Wen. "Before letting it go, we must formulate strict rules to prevent people from making fraud and preventing people from harming the audience. We must set up an audit system and a punishment system. On the other hand, we must set up a management system for those responsible for the audit of the Government Affairs Department to prevent them from using their power for personal gain and use the audit qualification as a tool for profit..."

The strict system constraints Cod unconsciously remembered the soldiers in front of the outpost who did not take up any copper coins.

Although he did not know what means the Duke used to restrain the soldiers, strict systems and disciplines must have played an important role in it.

The big businessman lowered his head in front of Gao Wen, convinced: "Governing a piece of land is more complicated than I thought, and I take everything too naturally."

"It is indeed complicated to manage a land, but I am more grateful that there are people like you who are diligent and willing to think about it. Every question you raise is to make this land more progressive," Gowen stood up, left his desk, came to Cod, and took the initiative to reach out. "Mr. Cod, thank you for your contribution to Cecil. I will remember your needs, please go back and wait for good news."

The big businessman took his son away in fear and fear. Gao Wen stood quietly in the study for a while, then turned around and returned to the desk to sit down.

He looked at the plan he had drawn up, the semi-finished articles on it, and after thinking for a moment, he raised his hand and brushed it across the paper.

The unwritten page instantly turned into ashes.

Then Gao Wen reached out to the blank manuscript paper next to him and prepared to rewrite the plan. However, before that, Amber's thug came from the empty windowsill: "Oh, write it out."

Gao Wentou threw a ball of paper without looking back. He heard the exclamation of "Oh my God" from outside the window. He picked up the pen again, took out a special notebook from under the desk, opened it and wrote a few words on it in Chinese characters:

Ansu 736 fog month 8, a new lesson.

The people don't need you to teach them.

Don't make such mistakes again.
Chapter completed!