Chapter 184 – 41. Business. (2)
The magic lamp produced by the Allen-Mercenary Corps was sensationally popular enough to literally shake Vermandois.
It’s not enough to cut the price of a magic light that easily exceeds a thousand gold coins on average by less than half, and the brightness that can brightly illuminate a wide room and the durability that lasts all night are noticeably improved compared to the previous product in terms of performance!
So, there was no uproar about not only the upper ranks with plenty of money, but also the mercenaries with some money, who said that you and I would buy one. If it was 1,000,000 gold coins, it was certainly not a small burden, but if it was four or five hundred, it was worth living at the risk of a little bleeding.
In addition, the rave reviews of those who have used magic lamps have even aroused the desire to purchase from other customers. Exactly as Allen had hoped, a virtuous cycle is taking place.
… In fact, because magic power lights are gaining much more popularity than expected, the supply has begun to fail to keep up with the demand. The only person who can make the product is Elena, but dozens of orders have already been pushed back. Fortunately, the supply of mana beads is smooth. The price there is also cheaper than expected.
The business was certainly successful, but Allen did not overwork Elena. Only for a set time each day. It should not be forgotten that she is not a worker who makes magic lamps, but a member of the Allen Mercenary Corps. Business is business, but the role of a wizard is more important.
In any case, the income from the magic lantern business amounted to thousands of gold coins every month. Of course, if you subtract the material cost, transportation cost, and bonus money, half of it will be blown away, but compared to before, a huge amount of profit was squeezed into my hand.
Now that he had a clear business presence, Allen felt as if he had stood tall as one of the leading mercenaries in Vermandois. …… It was a position that she had finally won after enduring the hardships of five years away from her hometown, Berher. I’d be lying if I said she wasn’t proud.
But Allen wasn’t satisfied with her business success. In the end, what can be said to be his roots is not such a small business, but the mercenary corps.
Now that he has enough money to not run late, Allen has been more active in recruiting. …… Of course, that doesn’t mean that they just spread the wages. However, it means that you don’t have to mess around with a few gold coins anymore.
[Strength: 44] [Agility: 34] [Stamina: 48] [Intelligence: 11] [Magic power: 14]
[Brilliant] [Recklessness] [Reliance] [Stubbornness] [Overmotivation] [Efficiency] [Desire] [Sensitiveness] [Insomnia]
This long-haired, muscular man from the capital was still a young man in his mid-twenties. His name is Rudy Goreponte.
This long-haired man, who still had room for growth, apparently was trying to use Allen-Mercenary Corps as a stepping stone to rise to the top 10. However, Allen Danzoo did not think badly of such purpose. Because the desire to succeed in the first place is a common human nature. Just like Allen himself desperately wants to be in the top 10.
Rather, he was on the side of welcoming those who had a desire to succeed. He’s much better looking and more useful than the guy who just wants to sit back and play and eat.
“Did you say Rudi Gore?”
“Yep.”
“Your career has been brilliant. …… By the way, there are a lot of transfers?”
“It is my will to go higher.”
“Is the top 10 your goal?”
“…… Honestly, yes, it is.”
“It’s good to be honest.”
After skimming through the application, which was scrawled in bad handwriting, Allen immediately presented a hiring fee to the long-haired Rudy Gore with a sales smile.
“Twenty-eight gold coins.”
“…… In the previous mercenary corps, I received 35.”
“Because the capital is more expensive than here. We have to consider each situation.”
“Then why not thirty?”
Allen seemed to think for a bit, then accepted his opponent’s offer.
“…… Great. Would you be satisfied with thirty?”
“Yes, I am satisfied.”
“Okay. Thirty. Don’t do that.”
Allen held out her hand to Rudy Gore for a handshake. Then he jumped up, bowed his head, and held Danju’s hand politely.
So, the long-haired Ludi Gore newly joined Allen-Mercenary Corps.
Of course, not a small number of mercenaries besides Ludi Gore knocked on the office door of the Allen-Mercenary Corps to join or transfer, but were politely rejected before most of them even sat down at the negotiating table. If he was in the top 10, he wouldn’t have dared to challenge at all, but now his position is a bit ambiguous, so all kinds of mercenaries are flocking to him. … There were even wizards who tried to join the team by aiming for secrets such as magical powers. Of course, that guy was blocked beforehand.
…… Just like that, after dozens of mercenaries were rejected for several days after Ludi Gore. A young man came to Allen’s office.
The young man, who seemed to have just undergone a coming-of-age ceremony, had obvious signs of rolling down a rough road, but his eyes were not dead and he was alive and well.
[Strength: 10] [Agility: 12] [Stamina: 22] [Intelligence: 33] [Magic power: 27]
[Brilliant] [Firm Will] [Positivity] [Curiosity] [Honesty] [Sixth Sense] [Desire] [Linear] [Skillful] [Sleep Singer]
As soon as he entered the office, he stood upright like a newly enlisted recruit and started introducing me in a booming voice. …… Allen suddenly remembered the first interview he had during his time on Earth.
“My name is Asmond O’Kelpie! It’s an honor to meet you, Lord Allen! …… My specialty is fire magic! Uh… , I’m still only good enough to light a bonfire, but someday I’ll drop a meteor from the sky!”
The grasp of the subject and the future-oriented will are both excellent…… , The bonfire was a bit too much.
As soon as I heard his introduction, the furry Geese, who was on duty today, burst out laughing.
“Ah, I really like how bright he is!”
“Thank you!”
Of course, Allen looked at Asmond at the bonfire with a calm expression, not a single corner of his mouth twitching.
… He was certainly not without talent. Although the sale has been released more than before, it is still a rather rare wizard.
In fact, I rather liked the characteristics rather than the stats. Magicians are usually gloomy, but this one seems to have a bright and positive disposition…. That way, at least you won’t have to worry about falling into a strange path.
However, minimal procedures were required.
“What about the application form?”
“Ah, here it is!”
The campfire man hurriedly ran forward and politely held out the application form he had crumpled in her arms to Allen with both hands.
…… At first glance, the paper seems to have gone through the hands of many people. Allen glanced up at Asmond at the campfire with his eyes slightly raised.
“How many times is this?”
Asmond hesitated, then revealed the number.
“……… It is the seventh.”
“Can you analyze why you were rejected like a wizard?”
Is there really anything called analysis?
“Because it’s not up to standard, yes… !”
“Then why did you come to me?”
“Tell me honestly. I like honest people.”
“… Actually, I had no intention of coming here at first. But no one accepts…. Actually, this is the last time. If it doesn’t work, I’m thinking of giving up and going back to my hometown to start farming. So, I didn’t want to make any last regrets, so it was very reckless, but I came here… !”
“So… , Did you try it once, whether it works or not?”
“…… I’m sorry-!”
Allen put down the papers and stared at Asmond for a long time. Of course, when the gaze of the high-ranking person reached, the young man’s body inevitably stiffened.
…… Depending on the person, it might feel rude, but at least Allen didn’t feel that way. He had no intention of criticizing the challenge. That said, isn’t he doing it with all his heart, not pretending to be the opponent he’s going to be?
Even though not everyone can enter, the door is still open to everyone—-. The Allen Mercenary Corps was such a place.
Having made up his mind, Allen leaned back and spoke in a much softer voice.
“…… In my mercenary squad, there is a member named Elena. Have you heard?”
“Of course! I listened until my ears wore out! Respected wizard!”
“Even if the level is still low, you can’t treat precious talent carelessly. …… Learn from Elena once. Whether it will work or not, we will judge by the results.”
In fact, there were quite a few half-penny wizards like Asmond on the continent. Of course, it is natural that they are not treated as real wizards. There’s absolutely no way you’ll pay a lot of money for such bonfire magic that you can’t even use in battle.
In Allen’s judgment, his lack of standards was not a matter of numbers. There is a high possibility that he has become this way because he simply did not learn properly. He’s not guaranteed to make a great wizard, but he’ll do his part if he learns well.
…… If raised properly, I’ll do my part. Because we need a wizard right now.
To be honest, there was nothing I couldn’t find if I wanted to find a wizard with better stats than Asmond. But the problem is, they are too expensive, and they have too much pride. Their presence had room to hinder the cooperation of the mercenaries, so if they were a little uneasy, they cut them like a knife.
So Allen was waiting for a sprout like Asmond. If I see sprouts, I just want to grow them and use them. … It may take a bit of time, but this way is much more efficient and the view is good. There is also the advantage of being able to grow as you like.
“I… , Then, entered, is it…? ?”
“There is still one left. We need to negotiate employment costs.”
“Oh no! Money is fine as long as you have a place to sleep with Bob!”
“Can it be? … Still, considering your circumstances, five gold coins. What do you think?”
To be honest, as the campfire said, unpaid isn’t really a problem, but if you can get more motivation and loyalty for five gold coins, it’s much better this way.
“… Thank you! Thank you very much! I will work really hard! Really, really, I will work hard enough to die!”
“Just work hard enough that you won’t die.”
“All right!”
When the joining was confirmed, the furry laugh burst out.
“Baby, welcome!”
He was thrilled and clapped lightly as he watched the bonfire with tears running down his face.
“I’m the youngest, but I can’t miss the welcome ceremony! Danju, I will take care of everything!”
“…… Don’t roll too hard. He’s an innocent guy.”
“Ah, it’s not like that. How much do I take care of the youngest!”
…… As a result, the bonfire was also included as the youngest member of the Geese gang.
……… That would make me happy……… ?
