System: Build My Own Territory

Chapter 862: Chapter 270: Profession System and Reassignment (10,000 Words)

Due to the distance, Lynn couldn’t hear the words that Mr. Alan was speaking.

But Lynn could clearly see that Alan’s expression, which was originally calm, gradually became serious.

The Guard Commander’s whispering stopped.

Alan stood still, seemingly contemplating something.

Until a few minutes later.

Alan stepped forward again towards Lynn.

When he reached Lynn, his words seemed full of regret.

"Master Lynn, I thought I could stay a few more days in your little town."

"Enjoy the idyllic leisurely life."

"But now it seems, I have to prepare to leave..."

Before Lynn could inquire, Alan began to explain on his own.

"I don’t know if you have received intelligence, Master Lynn..."

"My Guard Commander just informed me that Charlemagne VI, the Emperor of the Kaladi Empire, has been killed."

"The murderer is Charlemagne VI’s second son, Caesar Carolin."

Lynn nodded, "I also just received some information."

"However, I haven’t had the chance to tell it to you, Mr. Alan, as your carriage team has already returned."

Alan understood and continued speaking.

"But, Master Lynn... I’ve also received some other intelligence."

"In Charlemagne VI’s chambers, after the Imperial Guard entered, they only found Caesar and the dead body of Charlemagne VI."

"Inserted into the chest was the Dagger of Judgment, which Charlemagne VI had once given to Caesar as a coming-of-age gift."

"Apart from that, there was no one else in the chambers."

"Upon learning of Charlemagne VI’s assassination, the eldest son, Mitchell, went straight into the Emperor’s chambers."

"But Caesar, under the escort of an Imperial Guard unit, had left Triumph City overnight, heading towards the Duchy of the Red Dragon!"

Upon hearing this, Lynn’s brows furrowed slightly.

The information Alan was sharing now was evidently what his Guard Commander had just informed him of.

Regarding the Empire’s situation, he had no conflict of interest with Alan.

That is to say.

Alan could not be using false information to hide from him.

The most crucial thing is.

Alan had no benefit in doing so.

Merchants would not do things that hurt others if it doesn’t benefit themselves.

If it was truly as Alan said.

Caesar Carolin, identified as the murderer of Charlemagne VI, escaped from Triumph City.

Even if Caesar wasn’t the killer, he would be unable to clear himself of suspicion!

Thinking of this, Lynn felt even more puzzled.

If Caesar wasn’t the one who did it, why would he run away?

Once Caesar is identified as the murderer and leaves Triumph City.

Wouldn’t Triumph City naturally fall into Mitchell’s hands?

No matter how the situation unfolds afterward.

At least.

Defending the city holds much more advantageous geographical conditions than attacking it.

Soon, a thought occurred in Lynn’s mind.

He couldn’t help but sigh once again in his heart.

Gathering intelligence is truly critical.

At present, he can only obtain limited intelligence through spies hidden in the city.

Far less detailed and accurate than the intelligence Alan receives!

The establishment of an intelligence-gathering center must be expedited.

The words from Alan’s mouth were still continuing.

His tone seemed somewhat excited now.

"Master Lynn, the war... the war is finally about to break out..."

There was a peculiar glow in Alan’s eyes.

Seeing Alan’s expression, Lynn couldn’t help but frown.

He finally remembered that although the Alan in front of him wasn’t a slave trader like Grayson.

He was an undeniable war profiteer!

Exploiting economic chaos caused before or during the war to conduct speculative activities!

Buying goods at low prices and transporting them.

Then selling them at high prices to lords or armies engaged in warfare.

Thus, earning enormous profits.

The existence of war profiteers often exacerbates the destructiveness of war and even influences political landscapes.

Just like Audrey far away in the Portlands Empire!

Using her economic ability, she directly influences the course of the Portlands Empire’s war.

If it were up to Alan’s capability alone, perhaps it would be hard to achieve what Audrey accomplished.

But who can say.

What economic or military powerhouses lurk behind Alan?

Merchants are often tied up with many powerful and influential figures!

After waiting for the last batch of fine salt to be loaded onto the carriage compartment.

After saying goodbye to Lynn.

Alan led his fully loaded carriage team away from Lord’s Square, heading toward the shadow of the distant mountains and woods.

Despite it being evening now and the sky gradually darkening.

It was still impossible to stop Alan’s steps to leave.

Lynn stood fixed in place, watching Alan’s carriage team gradually move further away.

Finally disappearing from sight, he then withdrew his gaze.

The battle for Imperial Authority was finally about to begin!

War was finally coming!

For a war profiteer businessman like Alan, it presents both risks and challenges.

Firstly.

As the Empire enters war, merchants’ trade routes become unsafe due to military conflicts.

They might encounter robbery, attacks, or even have their goods seized and damaged.

Secondly.

The market will definitely be affected, with prices fluctuating wildly.

On one hand, war leads to shortages of goods, causing the prices of necessities to skyrocket.

On the other hand, people’s purchasing power declines due to war, and the market demand for luxury goods will surely shrink significantly.

It is difficult for merchants to control market demand and price trends.

But similarly.

With risk and challenges come greater opportunities and profits.