It's been a week since I've been in Branz. I have learned many things here, from governance to the daily life of the general public.
Some of the things I can summarize are, the market in this week is quite developed where demi humans have started to appear. They sell a variety of goods. However, in terms of quality, they are very far below us.
Perhaps it's because of my creation skills that have made the tools efficient. I would feel guilty if I freely sold goods from my territory to the market because it could kill other people's livelihoods. Moreover, the relationship between human and demi-human has just been established. That's why I reconvened the discussion with the Queen.
"Your highness, I've done some research on the market and found that the quality of commodities from the people is very poor. Is it okay for me to release my commodities into the market? I'm afraid it will disrupt things."
I said that to the queen. It just so happened that today the Duke could not attend the meeting because he was traveling to several regions to maintain the stability of the country.
"Humm, it looks like you have a point. I've tried your products from raw to processed. It's too extraordinary. I'm also afraid there will be a lot of anger in the public regarding this. A monopoly would only create a price game that could strangle everyone. Do you have any suggestions, Mr. Rio?"
It seemed like the queen had thought of that as well. This will indeed be a serious problem in the future. If the price I give is the same as their price, it's the same as me destroying them.
"I have the solution. But, this requires good cooperation on all fronts. First, we can buy all their merchandise and I will process it into export products and export it to various regions in the kingdom of Nemorosa.
That way, the distribution of commodities to various regions can be fulfilled. However, we need to process them in the whisperwood region. The equipment we have is temporarily not allowed to be brought out."
I don't want our equipment to be introduced to the outside world. For one, it could be stolen and used by others since there were already modifications of the equipment in whisperwood.
I used my creation skill to change the machine system from electric power to magic power. It would be dangerous if outsiders got their hands on it.
The Queen thought about that and found it reasonable. Although the export fee became expensive, it was at least still acceptable since the processed goods could be spread throughout the Nemorosa region.
"Hmm that seems to be a solution but that means we will be changing the trade system. Because it is very difficult to organize all of this if it is only managed by us"
That's right, it must be hard - no, wait a minute. I think I have the solution. I find it strange but I don't see it existing in this world. The existence that has always overshadowed all fans of the fantasy world.
"How about we make a Guild"
That's right, a guild. Guilds currently don't exist in this world and trade only happens from two sides. Guilds could be the umbrella, the third side that bridges many transactions. Reports would also be easier to manage with this guild.
"Guild? What's that?"
It seemed like this was the first time the queen had heard of guilds. I wonder, were the first humans who came here unfamiliar with the game? Were they from the age of war? There was no point in thinking about that. The more important thing was to explain about the guild to the queen.
"You see, the guild will house the hunted from various people and various races. The guild will be divided into two, the adventurer's guild and the merchant's guild.
The adventurer's guild is a guild that will accept various missions from people. For example, your highness needs herbal plants, your highness can make a request in the adventurer's guild and the registered person can search for it anywhere. The pay will also be listed there. In the adventurer's guild, there are usually mercenaries, hunters who hunt monsters and herbal collectors. They are free to choose their profession. This is where raw goods can be sold and bought by merchants from the merchant guild.
The merchant guild itself is an extension of the chamber of commerce. Here, they are in charge of organizing trade licenses, becoming banks or money depositories and selling raw goods to merchants. For example, if a merchant wants to buy meat for processing, I can buy it from the merchant guild but if I want to buy meat for consumption, I can buy it from a butcher shop that has obtained a license from the merchant guild. I believe this can control trade and maintain the price of goods.
As for the bank, it can be a place to store gold for anyone and can be picked up anywhere in the Nemorosa region. It can also reduce the impact of robberies from merchants who carry a lot of money."
I explained the concept of guilds and banks to the queen for better and more organized management. The queen who listened to that became excited. This was proof that the queen could understand my point.
"Lord Rio, your idea is too brilliant. I didn't think it could be done like that. If this is the case, there won't be a problem in product inequality even if you're the only producer. All prices are controlled by the guild.
Moreover, the idea of a bank. This could be a new way of managing money. I feel that it should be managed carefully and by the state. If it's managed by someone else, I think that person could ruin the world's financial system."
That is indeed true. Banks must be managed wisely otherwise it could destabilize the entire country. There are many cases where banks destroyed the world economy.
This Queen Nemorosa is very wise. I feel that she is the most worthy person to be a business partner with. Her honesty and prudence make people feel comfortable.