Chapter 271: Chapter 198: One Step at a Time

Almost all sailors like to deal with the Rosa People.

Like the Angsak Kingdom, the Rosa Kingdom is also a relatively wealthy maritime nation.

The Angsak Kingdom has close ties with the commercial union of White Oak Main Island, and the Royal Family makes a fortune by monopolizing the Refined Sunshine, while the Rosa Kingdom enjoys the dividends of Age of Exploration trade routes.

This can be attributed to the geographical location of the Rosa Kingdom. Rosa Island is close to the Fortress Main Island of the Alliance, both located in the southernmost part of the world.

Since the Alliance has been searching for a new world beyond the Chaos Sea, the sailors on the Fortress Main Island are all experienced in route exploration, and at the Governor’s call, the local citizens devote almost all their efforts to the Forbidden Route in the Extreme South Sea.

Rosa Kingdom, as a brother, closely follows the lead of Fortress Main Island, not only avoiding the ravages of Celestial Calamities but also purchasing rare items excavated by the Fortress sailors from the Forbidden Route at a low price, then selling them to northern countries at a markup.

Fortunately, the King of Rosa is a foresighted ruler.

He didn’t let greed blind his reason and take the opportunity to make a huge profit. Instead, he chose to proactively return half of the trade profits to Fortress Main Island in various ways, establishing a long-term stable trade relationship with the official higher-ups of Fortress Main Island.

Moreover, the local Royal Family never engages in disputes with others, preferring to use money to settle issues. Even if bullied, they don’t retaliate but instead seek help from Fortress officials...

And then the Fortress legion would quickly crush the enemy...

Thus, the stereotype of the Rosa People for most is ’very honest, very friendly, but definitely should not provoke wealthy people.’

"Actually, it was Lord Frank of the Ashen Battle Group and Lord Sigma who suggested we come and do business!"

Prince Ali continued to chatter on, with the little prince having a somewhat plump physique and face, appearing quite prosperous.

At this moment, he put forth his backing: "It’s said that those two lords have good relations with you, so could you sell me the house?"

"The qualification to purchase a house can’t be solved merely by ’connections’, but don’t worry just yet."

Charles smiled, trying his best to appease the little chubby prince who started babbling incoherently.

In fact, long ago, he connected smoothly with the Battle Team Inspector of Fortress Main Island through the Alliance Chamber of Commerce, which is why affluent Rosa People came to do business with the Ark Kingdom in the first place.

However, the rules set by Lord Lin Lan cannot be altered.

"But..."

Prince Ali peeked outside the window and whispered: "But I saw a terrifying Doragon live in the villa next to the manor, isn’t she also a foreigner?"

"Lady Eleanor has made immensely important contributions to the Ark Kingdom, so of course, she is entitled to have her own home in Seagull City."

Charles chuckled: "In fact, that’s also your only way to obtain the qualification."

"Making contributions to the Ark?"

Prince Ali was stunned, perplexed: "Isn’t giving you money considered a contribution? I have lots of money."

Charles was taken aback.

He explained with a hint of helplessness: "What I meant is that you need to actually take action."

"Do you mean I need to pay more money?"

Prince Ali murmured softly, looking a bit troubled: "But... my brothers and sisters only give me a thousand Bright Gold Coins as pocket money every month, I can’t offer more..."

Charles kept a smile on his face, but his forehead showed a vein popping.

He took a deep breath, deciding to clarify things: "The focus isn’t on money, my friend."

"As I see it, you can fully utilize your Royal Family status and try to build trade bridges between the Ark Kingdom and Fortress Main Island."

Charles advised: "Too much money is meaningless; only by doing our best to promote the unity of civilization can we protect from..." he paused, "the increasingly swelling Celestial Calamities."

The Ark Kingdom, backed by the Sun Mine, isn’t short on currency; it lacks technology, influence, and people willing to follow Lord Lin Lan’s philosophy and work for civilization.

"I understand!"

Prince Ali slapped his thigh: "Well, why didn’t you say so earlier? It’s just about hiring people to do the job with money!"

Civilization unity and such they didn’t understand, Ali only knew that the Ark Kingdom has been quite famous recently, he just wanted to show off in front of his friends with new and interesting things and then enjoy the look of amazement from his friends.

The pursuits of wealthy individuals are so simple and unadorned.

Charles: ...

Alright then.

"Building that, what’s it, bridge is a minor thing, really; I have lots of contacts on Fortress Main Island, surely I’ll get you plenty of good workers."

Prince Ali appeared full of confidence: "I can arrange for them to head over once I return!"

The young man couldn’t wait to stand up, beckoned to his servant, and excitedly exited the room.

Charles rubbed his temples, leaning back in his chair, watching the joyful departing figure, feeling his thoughts become increasingly clear.

Everything is proceeding according to Lord Lin Lan’s plan.

The Ark Kingdom has been founded for less than half a year, its influence in the world far less than the end-leaning White Oak Main Island, and to completely pull the temporarily neutral Fortress Main Island towards the Ark, the Rosa Kingdom is the best stepping stone.

As for Spiral Star Ladder Main Island...

Charles subconsciously frowned, suddenly realizing he had never truly understood that most mysterious Alliance Main Island, memories of that main island were like sand grasped in his hand, the more he recalled, the more blurred the memory became.

Whose side are they on?

Charles vaguely remembered when the Envoy of Star Ladder descended on White Oak Main Island, even the mayor, who managed a million-citizen city, humbly kneeled to pay them tribute...

A chill inexplicably surged within his heart.

Charles shook his head, discarding unwanted thoughts deep within, took a sip of indispensable hot coffee, and walked to the window, habitually overlooking the city’s scenery outside.

The shipyard built by the coastline belched steam, Empire craftsmen busily bustling, and even Feis could be seen wagging his tail, hopping nearby.

With everyone’s united efforts, the second New Hope ship was also nearing completion...

Whether it be the Alliance or the Empire, the Ark is striving to unite all during the Age of Exploration.

The Minister of the Ark couldn’t help but feel a touch of absurdity.

Just half a year ago, Empire people and Alliance people were deadly enemies on sight, yet now the two sides are unbelievably harmonious on the Ark, even Ed acknowledged the diligent Empire craftsmen.

Reflecting now, what was the root of their hatred? Who incited it? 𝒇𝓻𝓮𝓮𝙬𝙚𝒃𝒏𝓸𝙫𝒆𝙡.𝓬𝓸𝒎

The answer was already evident; the true enemy had long since lurked amongst people and climbed to unimaginable positions without daring to contemplate...

Charles sighed softly.

Is Lord Lin Lan still on time?