The Returned Sword King Decided to Become a Tyrant Chapter 86
Achievement (3)
A person from the Federal Empire? What are you talking about all of a sudden?
Reika, who had confirmed the reaction, whispered quietly again in a cautious tone.
“They’re trying hard to hide it, but that’s clearly the Federal Empire’s tone.”
“… …Is that true?”
“You can tell by the accent. Trust me.”
Those whispered words were full of conviction, so much so that it reached even him.
At this, Belderet clenched his palms and began to interpret the situation.
‘They clearly said they were merchants from Madra… … .’
But this situation was definitely strange. Any price was 1.2 times. Is it possible for Madra to afford to bleed like that for something like black iron?
The answer was no. Madra was not a wealthy country and had no reason to import black iron.
That was the reason why I was surprised when I first heard the name Madra.
‘Was there anyone in Madra who could handle black iron in the first place?’
He was definitely not like that either. His long experience told him so. If that was the case, then there was no reason for him to do something like that without a reason.
However, if there was someone else behind him who needed the black iron, the situation would have been exactly the same.
… … Yes, like a federal empire, for example.
Reika was a child who lived in the Federal Empire with her father.
That kid was so sure they had a Federal Empire accent that even if he didn’t really know, he was definitely a Federal Empire person.
That would also mean that they are people who have to turn the name of ‘Madra’ upside down.
Belderet nodded.
“… … I see.”
If the Prince had anticipated even this.
If that is true, then what would the First Prince say when he saw this situation?
Belderet slowly and very calmly pondered his thoughts.
And the correct answer was only one.
-Trampl them.
Trample them mercilessly, crush them mercilessly, and finally make them know their place.
That’s the price you pay for daring to aim for Esteban.
Perhaps that’s what he said.
… … Then the correct answer he had to give was already there.
“You said you would add 20% more?”
“That’s right.”
“Ugh… … ! But, what should I do with this… … .”
“… … .”
Belderet smiled awkwardly, as if he was embarrassed, but his lips were clearly drawn to a mocking expression.
“We were thinking of setting the trade price at three times the market price of black iron, you know?”
“What?!”
“… … !”
The upper-level staff members were taken aback, as if they had heard nonsense.
And the same was true for the mine manager.
“That, that’s nonsense… … .”
A cool breeze swept through the conference room. The shock of the unit price being three times higher was enormous.
But Belderet shrugged his shoulders as if he didn’t care.
“Well, if you say you’re willing to buy it at 3.2 times the price, I have no intention of stopping you.”
“How cheeky!”
thud-!
The merchants who had turned their identity around in Madra could not contain their anger and stood up from their seats.
His rage has already reached its limit. He can’t stand it any longer.
Then, without hiding his glaring eyes, he began to curse.
“Where the hell do you think you are using such an obvious method!”
“Tricks? What are you talking about?”
“Do you think it makes sense to brag about something like three times the price!”
The Madra side had long ago declared that they would add 20% more regardless of the conditions.
In the meantime, Esteban’s side said that they were thinking of a price that was three times higher, so for them, who suddenly had to pay 3.2 times the price, it became an absurd situation.
But even in the midst of all this, Belderet’s ridicule was gradually growing stronger.
“I don’t understand the method you are talking about. What can I do if it is true?”
“Do you think this is the flea market outside the castle? This is the first time I’ve ever experienced something like this. Don’t threaten me and only say things that you can handle!”
“Did you say that because you thought Esteban might not be able to pay triple the price?”
“Of course! If we give up the bid and leave, only then will they have any intention of having a proper negotiation!”
It felt like some thick lust would come out any moment now.
No, judging by the fact that his face was already red, he looked like he was about to swing his fist at any moment.
As the air grew so hot, the caretaker mediated them with confused gestures.
“Stop it. Shouldn’t we at least listen to what they have to say?”
“Tch!”
Finally, the merchants of Madra sat down, clicking their tongues.
The manager, who had confirmed the situation, looked at Esteban this time and asked cautiously.
“Even if they give up their bid, since you said three times, we will proceed with the deal on that basis. If the deal doesn’t work out, it’s only natural that we will come to an agreement with them on the cost.”
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“It doesn’t matter. I just quoted a price that I thought was reasonable.”
“… … .”
Belderet said proudly.
There was no way that Belderet, the uppermost manager of the kingdom, could not have been unaware of the strange atmosphere brewing between the Federal Empire and Esteban.
On the contrary, he was the one who knew better than anyone else that he was moving under the instructions of the First Prince.
Trade disputes. We have learned from history what kind of repercussions they can have.
So Belderet was moving with more confidence than ever.
‘This is clearly a prelude to that.’
He didn’t know much about politics, so he couldn’t read the prince’s big picture, but he could understand it because he had been involved in commerce his entire life.
This is… … seizing the initiative.
So as not to be looked down upon in what will happen in the future.
And a declaration of intent that there is a stronger faction than you, one that can draw its sword at any time.
Above all else.
‘I can’t give you the black iron that easily.’
The reason they were trying to save Heukcheol by putting Madra forward was because it meant that they had to do something secretly.
And there’s only one reason I can guess.
Probably stockpiling supplies for war.
If it falls into the hands of the Federal Empire, Esteban’s forces will have to deal with something made of or developed from black iron.
Whether it’s a weapon or a tool.
So to him, triple the price was a reasonable investment, but certainly not an extortion.
While he was thinking like that, the manager’s mouth slowly opened.
“Hmm, we like it. But what does Madra think?”
“… … 3.2 times. Yes, it’s certainly not a price that cannot be negotiated. But before that, isn’t there something you need to prove first?”
“If it’s proof?”
“If the Esteban Kingdom’s upper house really wanted to bid on the item at that ridiculous price, then it stands to reason that they had the discretion to do so.”
Do you still not believe me till the end?
The merchant of the Federation Empire, who had turned over the shell of Madra, regained his composure and spoke arrogantly.
It seemed that he was really sure that Belderet’s proposal was absolutely false. But even so, it wasn’t a big problem.
Because the proof was very simple.
“Please bring the contracts. As many as you can.”
“Okay.”
The manager who went out like that was holding contracts containing information about the black iron trade in his hands.
Soon, a contract was distributed to each of the merchants from the two kingdoms. Naturally, the price and signature were blank.
“Huh.”
Then, a sneer appeared in the eyes of the Federal Empire merchant who had checked the contents of the contract.
It seemed like a provocation, asking what to do now.
“You write first. 3 times.”
“… … .”
So, if Esteban’s side draws up a contract, they will sign a contract that adds 20% to it.
Literally, no-failure. This would completely block any bluff to eliminate the opponent.
but.
Swish swish-
“… … !”
This was a limitation only in the case where all of this was ‘blackmail’.
Belderet didn’t say anything. He just quietly filled out the paperwork.
After a while, he stamped it with Esteban’s official seal and handed it over to the manager.
… … 3 times.
The manager’s hands began to tremble slightly as he checked all the contents.
“That’s right… That’s right. It’s exactly as I said, three times.”
“… … .”
The merchants of the Federal Empire were also confused.
No, are you really saying that you’re crazy and wrote down a price that’s three times the current market price?
Buy cheap and sell expensive. Are you saying that they don’t even know the basics of spirit trading?
It was natural for them to be flustered, having assumed that the conversation up until now was just a bluff.
“shit!”
Eventually, the merchants, who had been cursing, had no choice but to write a contract stating a price 3.2 times higher.
The opponent seems to be really crazy.
It seems like they were determined to make a fuss over money, but unfortunately, no one could keep up with the Federal Empire.
It is laughable that a small country like Esteban dares to compete with it.
The bleeding is severe, but there is nothing I can do… … .
That was the moment.
Swish swish-
“What on earth are you doing!”
The merchants of the Federal Empire rose from their seats in shock.
The other party… …the upper echelon of the kingdom on Esteban’s side began to draft a new contract.
And the overwhelming price was evident to everyone present.
“Yes, your ship… …!”
Amazement flowed.
Yes. The new contract that Belderet had written was a contract that was worth four times the market price.
And then, without saying a word, Belderet pushed it to the manager, leaned back against the chair, and crossed his arms arrogantly.
… … That look was as if it was saying, what should we do now?
The voice that came out afterwards was very cool and calm.
“4.2 times, can you pay this time?”
“This is ridiculous… … !”
This is crazy. This is absolutely crazy and not in my right mind.
For the merchants of the Federal Empire, there was no other way to think.
What the heck is this, burning four times the amount of money for something like this?
Even they had to pay 4.2 times the price to win the bid. It was ridiculous to buy black iron at that price.
“Damn it! We give up.”
And then the guys finally declared they were giving up on the bid.
Those who wield money as a weapon may win, but there is no way around it against crazy people.
It just doesn’t feel like the opponent is someone you can beat.
On the contrary, a sneer spread across Belderet’s lips.
‘What the hell?’
It wasn’t the exclusive property of the Federal Empire.
No. Belderet, who knew about the existence of Mithril, did not think it was nonsense.
Rather, this level of nonsense does not even fall into the category of money-grubbing.
‘I was trying to show you what real money is.’
If it were ten times, I would pay it back ten times. If it were twenty times, I would pay it back twenty times.
It’s like buying time to make a quick trade.
And it was a very cheap price to pay for stopping their tricks.
But he too was quite satisfied with this situation.
‘This might become a habit.’
Because doing something that you don’t have to take responsibility for is enjoyable in itself.
