Chapter 51 – 12. To the West. (One)
To explain the mercenary business, there are a lot of small details, but in the end, the culmination was the recruitment. It was about how cheaply you can buy good mercenaries and sell them expensively.
In particular, compared to the eastern and northern regions where they constantly quarreled, a big thing was about to break out in the quiet western region sooner or later, so Allen needed to recruit useful personnel in advance before going west.
Of course, other businesses are also important, but the right order would be to first organize the mercenary corps to some extent and then proceed with the business with the remaining money. No matter what kind of business it is, if there is no mercenary group to be a reliable backing, it will eventually be eaten by other bastards.
So, Allen was once again indebted to the street office of the Guild House.
Still, the number of mercenaries wishing to join has increased noticeably, perhaps as if the status of the Allen-Mercenary Corps has risen more than before. There might have been rumors in the Silver City, Agnentia, but the decisive factor was that he was protected by Viola, a top 10 single owner. Everyone notices that Allen-Mercenary Corps is regarded as a satellite concept of Viola-Mercenary Corps.
… Rather good.
Since this happened, Allen decided to actively use the halo of viola. Compared to the other vicious top 10, Viola is nothing short of good. Even if, due to unavoidable circumstances, they go on different routes, she is not the person she will harbor her venom and retaliate against.
Anyway, thanks to the rumor that he was a person of Viola, the level of the mercenaries looking for Allen increased dramatically.
[Strength: 45] [Agility: 39] [Stamina: 49] [Intelligence: 11] [Magic power: 7]
[Sujae] [Recklessness] [Self-love] [Desire] [Sujeonno]
At first glance, the female warrior from the northern region came to Allen with eyes full of ambition.
Her rough, freckled skin, her swarthy-looking hair tied back in a random ponytail, her confident gaze that the world was nothing to be afraid of seemed to see her above Allen.
“The name?”
“Zunisha.”
“Are you from the North?”
“Yes.”
“… Have you heard any rumors? I am close to the viola master… , Something like this.”
Looking proudly at her Allen with her arms crossed, she nodded in affirmation without the slightest hesitation.
“Yes.”
He was so confident that Allen laughed out loud.
“It’s good to be honest. Do you like it.”
“You can’t stay in one place all your life.”
“Yeah, that’s right. Great. If you do well, I will recommend it to Danju.”
“Thank you.”
People who have [Narcissism] Definitely stand out. Just like Charlotte did.
“Then, it doesn’t seem necessary to make it too long, let’s go for a long term of one year.”
“How much will you give me?”
Allen took into account that her opponent had the [Desire] And [Mistress] Traits. … No doubt, a decent amount would make her snort.
Appropriate amount is about 25 pieces. Of course, if you call them all, it’s not Allen.
“22 gold coins.”
The woman’s eyebrows gathered at once.
“It’s too little.”
“Then what do you think?”
“You should give me 27.”
“No.”
Allen said she was nonsense, and she cut it off adamantly. … In fact, it was a skill worth giving. It’s because she’s a salty idol that he can’t touch.
“So you’re saying I’m going to work for pennies?”
“Instead, you said that if you do well, you will put a letter of recommendation to the viola master. Wouldn’t that make the salary a little bumpy? How many gold coins can the weight of the name 10 be shaken?”
When the names of Danju and Viola came up in the 10th round, Zunisha’s mouth fell silent. Is she right… , Facial expression.
It’s okay, the head is just moderately stupid.
There was no point in the mercenary being too smart again. Or do it without saying anything like a sucker.
“… Like. Then let’s do 25.”
“24. So will it be okay? What a recommendation letter. Do I look like someone who would write something like that for just about anyone?”
“I do not know. … I see. 24.”
“Ding. I just made 23 because they didn’t believe me.”
“Where is that!”
Zunisha objected. I feel that my intelligence has suddenly risen slightly due to my greed for money.
“Don’t hate it. … I thought a great mercenary had appeared for the first time in a while, but to be shaken by just a few pennies. The viola master won’t want such a talented person.”
Ugh
Is it [Narcissism] Or [Mistress]?
Allen struck the decisive blow.
“Next—!”
“Ah, okay…. 23 pieces. I really can’t give up any more.”
Allen laughed heartily.
“It’s great too. My eyes are not wrong.”
Her intelligence, which had risen slightly, returned to normal.
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Allen, who certainly benefited from her popularity, saved four crew members in just two days.
The female warrior of the north, Zunisha.
Bald, dark-eyed, Billy.
New daughter-in-law, Christopher.
Tattooist, Arnold.
In particular, Arnold, the tattooist, is the one that Allen came to with his feet by going through the list of mercenaries. And just in case, he searched all over the manpower station called the trash can, but there was no recyclables that could be used.
In the first place, the gravitational center that pushed the release target into it was not discarded accidentally or intentionally, so there was not much chance of a usable gemstone coming out. It’s just that I’m in such a desperate state that I’m going through the trash can.
In any case, her hair should have been adequately filled, and Allen slowly prepared to leave for the West.
After deducting the current amount to spend, the available amount is about eight hundred gold coins. It was a pity to just leave it alone, but it was an ambiguous amount to roll. At best, it would be enough to run a few street vendors here, but if you take the goods from the merchants of Vermandois and sell them, there will be nothing left after paying the rent. If that’s the case, it’s better to look the other way.
… Since I’m going to the West, should I get some stuff from there? The West is good at making jewelry.
If you set your main customer base as prostitutes and sell things, you’ll be able to earn pretty good money. It was a method that was often used in [Guild Master] As well. After all, luxury items leave a lot behind compared to their weight.
Of course, taking grain from the West and selling it to the East, where its value skyrocketed, could make a lot of money, but Allen wasn’t in the position to roll the upper ranks on that scale. At first, it was a luxury item like this, and it gradually grew in size while rolling.
Having made that decision, Allen headed to her house to keep her promise to Viola before she left for the West. She said that she would treat her to a meal and that she would come over anytime.
Allen, along with Kalisman, walked along the riverside, watching the river ripple with a reddish sunset.
The two soon arrived at Viola-House, nestled in a scenic strategic location. Arlen stood proudly in front of the front door and asked who the guard was.
“Tell the viola master that the Allen master has come to see you.”
“All right. Please wait a moment.”
The guard rushed inside, and it wasn’t long before he came out. He said, “Let’s go inside,” And opened the front door.
The two men entered the interior of a three-story building. Allen looked around the inside of the spacious and splendid house and nodded. This is why the mercenaries must be so anxious to succeed—.
Soon a young butler came out and ushered Allen into her drawing room. It was a place with a wonderful view. Kalisman, quick-witted, said he would step aside and went into the small waiting room next to the drawing room.
As Allen waited, sitting on a chair and playing with his fingers, a short time later, a solo viola appeared. He jumped up at her and greeted her.
Seeing her for the first time in a while, she was still beautiful. Is it just a model of maturity?
“It’s been a while, viola master.”
“Iknow, right. I was waiting for a meal with you.”
“Oh, sorry. I’m busy with this and that….”
“No. The meal is still being prepared, so let’s sit down and wait.”
“Yes.”
Allen sat down first on the viola, and then she.
“You look tired.”
“… Well, there are many things to worry about. Always.”
Shouldn’t she introduce him to one of her places of business, she thought. It’s still going to be too big, so it’s the right size he can handle. Of course, the profit is 80% on this side and 20% on the other side.
I invested all the capital on this side, of course I have to eat that much. Because she’s not a philanthropist.
“I… , Leaving soon.”
Viola, who was sighing lightly and looking at the leisurely river in the distance, was suddenly hit in the front without warning.
“…… Huh?”
Then he realized herself, and Hum Hum, she again refined her voice and then asked.
“Are you leaving? Why suddenly?”
“I have some business to do in the western area. … I think it will take several months at the longest.”
“… Are you coming back?”
“Sure. The viola master is here.”
Allen laughed softly and she said that.
…… Uh…… ?
At that moment, Viola rolled her head until it exploded, wondering what he meant by that.
“… That’s fortunate.”
“Anyway, I won’t see you for quite some time. Thank you for all your help.”
“I don’t think anything helped.”
“Didn’t you condone the rumors?”
Viola nodded her head lightly. Fortunately, he said, “I’m not a blind man.”
“So, when are you leaving?”
“I think I will leave within three days at the most.”
“Okay. … That’s too bad. She could have had a closer relationship as a partner.”
“… Wasn’t it?”
When Allen asked with a playful smile, Viola also laughed softly.
“Right. A close relationship.”
Then she held out her own hand.
“In that sense, come on.”
He saw her hand she held out of her and he reached out her hand too and grabbed it.
“Go and have a good look. Next time you come back, feel free to make me a business proposal.”
“… All right.”
The hands of the two men and women moved gently up and down.
