pdf-ebookys Chapter 314 Never tolerate it
Chapter 314 Never tolerate it
Pearls and transparent coral are the essence of Hollandpur.
They have always been a very important part of Jiangyu's business plan.
"So what should we do?" Jiang Yu only gave a general outline, but Halbus had already subconsciously begun to devise his own plan in his mind. It was clear that the lord was already confident.
“When we were starting out, the empire openly supported us but secretly suppressed us, which meant that the territory I designed was never fully developed.” Although Jiang Yu had long since come to terms with it, she still felt somewhat resentful when she mentioned it.
"But recently their attitude has changed somewhat. Just by looking at the movements of the merchants, you can understand that these foxes are not only profit-driven, but also cautious."
It's unclear whether Turner's compensation was a result of learning they had resolved such a significant hidden danger as the Divine Light for him. In any case, the current situation is advantageous for her.
“That’s right.” Mr. Halbus nodded affirmatively. He had originally intended to report on this situation as well, but he hadn’t expected that the lord would not have lost his sensitivity to business matters even while recuperating.
“The Empire must have seen such remarkable results from us that it changed its mind and wanted to continue implementing our business model elsewhere,” Mr. Halbus said.
Jiang Yu did not refute it; she didn't care about the empire's motives.
"Our business model is obvious; it allows many goods that were previously difficult to circulate to become available, which is why it is admired and loved by everyone," Jiang Yu said calmly.
“Exactly!” Mr. Halbus agreed. “So now the county’s pearls will have no trouble finding markets; these big merchants and nobles will take them to every corner of the world!”
Hearing him say that, Jiang Yu smiled, slowly shook his head, looked into Mr. Halbus's eyes, and said, word by word:
"No. Our pearls and transparent corals must never participate in such circulation."
"...Ah!" Mr. Halbus's long and eloquent words choked in his throat.
"Things are valued for their rarity." Jiang Yu didn't keep anyone in suspense; he explained it clearly in just one sentence.
"So that's how it is!" Mr. Halbus wasn't stupid; he understood almost instantly and grasped the key to everything.
Jiang Yu nodded in satisfaction.
Goods that were difficult to circulate in the past did indeed sell poorly. Now that they are available, sales increase tenfold or even a hundredfold. Most people, seeing the immediate benefits, cannot resist the temptation and wish they could exhibit their goods to every corner of the world.
At first, people will naturally praise it highly. They once loved but could not get their hands on a completely unfamiliar product, which is now right in front of them and within reach. Of course, they want to buy it.
But people's enthusiasm will eventually fade.
Once a product loses its original rarity, it will gradually become unwanted.
Especially expensive goods, which can no longer fetch a good price.
Their pearls and transparent corals cannot be allowed to end up like that; once they get the idea of making quick money, the outcome is already predetermined.
Now that everything is circulating, those things that are difficult to circulate become even rarer and more precious.
"I instructed you beforehand to strictly control transactions during this period. High-quality pearls are not allowed to be sold, and transparent coral is strictly prohibited from appearing in commercial markets. How is it going? Have you strictly enforced this rule?"
Halbus met the lord's earnest gaze, a bead of sweat forming on his back. Such immense wealth was before him; even with his strict control, it was inevitable that some would succumb to temptation, uttering inappropriate remarks or engaging in clandestine transactions.
Fortunately, he had all these people's names in mind.
After listening, Jiang Yu's expression did not change significantly. Her eyelashes drooped, and her slender fingers gently tapped the papers on the table.
At that moment, Mr. Halbus suddenly felt that the lord before him was becoming more and more like the nonchalant divine messenger.
Jiang Yu picked up a quill pen and wrote down the names she heard one by one, circling them very slowly.
After a moment of contemplation, he let out a very soft sneer: "What a spineless coward."
She pushed the paper with the names on it to Halbus without hesitation: "Jeff's family is now the leader of the pearl divers in the county. Tell him it's my order to strip these families of their pearl-diving rights."
Jiang Yu coldly pointed to each of the circled names.
"When we inventoried their assets, we confiscated all the high-quality pearls and clear corals." She asked, somewhat puzzled, "Have I been too lenient with them all this time?"
“Tell these family heads directly that if I discover them engaging in such double-dealing again, I will confiscate their properties and expel them from Hollandpool.”
Halbus immediately stood up and respectfully agreed.
“Relax, Mr. Halbus, please sit down.” Jiang Yu instantly regained his gentle and mild demeanor, as if his previous coldness was merely an illusion. “Where were we?”
Halbus wiped the cold sweat from his forehead after leaving the lord's mansion.
With just a single word from the lord, these disobedient families were sentenced to death. Having lost their chance at pearl harvesting, there was no hope of ever rising again.
People usually only see the lord's soft heart and kindness, but the lord is also sharp and decisive. They should always be vigilant about his family background.
Remembering the lord's instructions, he quickened his pace and went to carry them out.
Jiang Yu stood up, looked at the shimmering sea in the distance, and revealed a smug smile.
When people realize that there are only average-quality pearls on the market, they can only come to Hollandpur to buy top-quality pearls and transparent coral.
In this way, no matter where her business model is replicated, it will not affect the county's pillar industries.
The finest pearls are always rare and expensive, and transparent coral is always priceless.
Only in this way can we do justice to every pearl diver who risked their lives in the storms, and only in this way can we be worthy of the wealth and fame that Hollandpur accumulated generation after generation.
Anyone who dares to disobey her will or disrupt her plans will be punished with swift and severe measures, without any leniency.
"Miss." Ador suddenly knocked and entered. "Commander Kong from the Forest Empire has arrived. He says he has come to visit you and Miss."
Having not seen Kong Yiche for a long time, Jiang Yu felt a surge of joy upon hearing that he had arrived. Thinking of those olive-green eyes that always held so much affection, she smiled and said to A'duo:
"Let's take Commander Kong to see Jingyue first. I'll go change and be there right away."