Liszt didn't argue when the Earl attributed his success to the noble lineage he and Melissa shared.
One must always give the other party some respect.
He changed the subject, "Father, how do you plan to deal with the sales of rubber?"
"I tested the rubber you provided yesterday. It is indeed an extraordinary item, more impressive and versatile than glutinous rice juice," the Earl said thoughtfully, then continued, "Tulip Castle has acquired quite a bit of supplies in the Iron Hoof Island campaign, so we're not heavily reliant on gold coins. I can purchase a batch of rubber to relieve some of your pressure."
"Rubber is a specialty crop of Black Horse Island, with a low yield. Moreover, harvesting rubber does significant damage to the rubber trees, so it won't be cheap."
"More expensive than glutinous rice?"
