Chapter 28 The City Lord on the Other Side

Unlike the three Banta City lords that Xu Yi had experienced before, the new Banta City lord, Count Kanaino Kamadou, did not need Xu Yi to often take the initiative to go to the City Lord's Mansion to see him, but during the three months since he took office. During the time, Xu Yi would often take the initiative to find Xu Yi and meet him.

In what Kamadu told Xu Yi in private, this is because the magic industry represented by the Xinfei Chamber of Commerce is the most important pillar industry in Bangta City. As the chairman of the Xinfei Chamber of Commerce, Xu Yi is naturally the one he needs most. Get close to the object of wooing.

He said so, and he did so.

In these three months, not only did he often take the initiative to seek to meet Xu Yi, but he also behaved very politely to Xu Yi every time he met, which was completely unlike the normal attitude of a noble city lord towards an ordinary businessman.

In addition, in many public occasions, he often evaluates Xu Yi as the "business leader" of Bangta City, claiming that the development of Bangta City is entirely on Xu Yi, and that he, the city owner, only plays an auxiliary role. .

This statement has not been opposed by anyone, because the role of the Xinfei Chamber of Commerce is obvious to all, and this has almost become a fact recognized by everyone in Bangta City.

However, Xu Yi has always firmly refused to accept this statement. He is very clear that although the Xinfei Chamber of Commerce has a good development momentum, it has not been established for a short time after all. Compared with those old big chambers of commerce, it is still a bit weaker in terms of background.

For example, if Xu Yi wants to expand the guard team of the Xinfei Chamber of Commerce, he can only recruit some stragglers. However, an old big chamber of commerce like the Falcao Chamber of Commerce with the support of the Joseph family behind it can recruit several at any time with just one sentence. Thousands of strong guards.

And... as the saying goes, if something goes wrong, it will be a demon.

Kamadu is a castellan. But he was too polite to Xu Yi. This is absolutely not normal.

To know. It is clear that the reform of the new business tax policy aimed at the Xinfei Chamber of Commerce and the magic industry represented by the Xinfei Chamber of Commerce came from the hands of the city lord.

Xu Yi returned to Luoxing Manor, and as soon as he entered the door, he saw the Lord Kamadou who was pacing in the garden.

Seeing Xu Yi, the Lord Kamadu immediately greeted him with a big smile.

"President Xu, you are really busy. Every time I want to visit you in Luoxing Manor, you never stay at home to rest."

Xu Yi shrugged: "There is no way. There are too many things in the chamber of commerce. If I want to go home and rest, it is only possible at a very late hour. And many times I simply rest in the rainy valley. Don’t go home. Lord City Master, you came here to look for me, so of course you’re going to miss out.” City Master Kamadu smiled and said, “Isn’t that right? When Mrs. Steele was here, President Xu, you often Going home. Is it possible that President Xu has no reason to go home now that Mrs. Steele is not here? Or...President Xu, you found a new lover outside while your wife was away?"

Xu Yi rolled his eyes: "Even if I wanted to find a lover, I wouldn't dare, you see. Steele still has an eyeliner here to watch me."

After all, Xu Yi pointed to the side who was in charge of serving tea and water. Liz, who was left by Steele to take care of Xu Yi: "Liz, go and prepare lunch, the time is just right now, let the city lord stay here for dinner later."

Lisi just agreed, but the owner of Kamadou waved his hands again and again: "No, no, no, I won't bother you if the hostess is not at home, and I also made an appointment to have lunch with President Cruise at noon. Maybe Sir, let this beautiful lady maid move out two stools, we can just sit in this garden and talk about things."

"Have an appointment with Chairman Cruise?"

Xu Yi glanced at the Lord Kamadou, but did not ask any further questions. He asked Liz to move two stools and a small table according to the order of the Lord Kamadou, and prepare tea and cakes by the way, and then turned to look at Kamadou City Lord Ma, wait for him to speak.

The Lord Kamadu paused, looked around the garden, and suddenly shook his head slightly with emotion: "President Xu, it makes a big difference whether there is a hostess in a manor. I remember the first time I came to When we were here, the garden was neatly tidied up, and all kinds of flowers and plants bloomed very brightly. But now... don't you think it's a bit messy here?"

Hearing that City Lord Kamadou wanted to draw Steele in every word, Xu Yi sneered in his heart, but kept a smile on his face and said: "What the Lord City Lord said is very true. I am a person who never cares about these things, Si Since Till is not here, no one will take care of it. And now Liz is the only one left in the manor, and she has worked extremely hard just to serve my daily life, but she can't take care of so much."

"Hmm... I can understand this. But Chairman Xu, Mrs. Steele has been away for a month, isn't she planning to come back?" asked the Lord Kamadou.

Xu Yi shook his head: "Well...she had a good time at the Principality of Standing, and Freya is also very comfortable with the environment there. Since they like it, they should play there for a while longer, I won't rush They're back."

"Really?" City Lord Kamadu gave Xu Yi a meaningful look, smiled, and did not continue to ask this question.

After a few more casual chats, Liz moved out the tables and chairs, and the two sat down in the garden.

The sun is not too strong today, and there is a slight breeze. It is very comfortable to sit in the garden.

After the two drank tea and chatted for a few words, the Lord Kamadu suddenly put down the teacup in his hand and straightened his face.

"President Xu, I came to see you today because of what happened last time. I want to ask, how are you thinking?"

"Well..." Xu Yi made a look of embarrassment. "I have already told you, Lord City Lord, that the comprehensive cooperation with the Kingdom Academy of Magic is a major event related to the overall development of our chamber of commerce. Even if I am the president, it is impossible for me to be the master alone. So... this matter is still being discussed within the chamber of commerce, and there is no definite answer yet."

"Then President Yi Xu, is it possible to pass in the end?" City Lord Kamadu stared at Xu Yi with a hint of persecution in his expression. "Or, President Xu, what is your attitude towards this cooperation? Your influence in the Xinfei Chamber of Commerce. I don't think there is any need to say more. As long as you agree. I think this matter has Great hope of success."

"Myself...in principle, of course I agree very much." Xu Yi looked up to the sky and laughed. "Cooperate with the Kingdom Magic Research Institute. Joint research and development of magic machinery is very beneficial to our Xinfei Chamber of Commerce and the entire kingdom. How can I object?"

"President Xu, you are a wise and far-sighted person, of course you are aware of the pros and cons." City Lord Kamadu nodded: "According to His Majesty's instructions, as long as your Xinfei Chamber of Commerce agrees to this cooperation, then the Kingdom Academy of Magic Any resources can be mobilized by your chamber of commerce. That is to say, the noble magicians of the Kingdom Magic Research Institute. Your Xinfei Chamber of Commerce can directly ask them to do any research for you. I think... With so many powerful magic With the help of the teacher, your Xinfei Chamber of Commerce will definitely achieve better results than before."

"Well, I'm sure of that." Xu Yi nodded with a smile. "However, Lord City Master, you should also be clear that this is a big matter, so I hope you can give us a little more time to think it through, okay?"

Seeing the expression on Xu Yi's face, the Lord Kamadu thought for a while and nodded slightly: "Okay, I can understand your concerns. But President Xu, I hope you can think it over as soon as possible. Answer me. King His Majesty has given you and your Xinfei Chamber of Commerce enough patience, I hope you will not let him down."…

"Definitely." Xu Yi smiled all over his face. There was no reluctance to be seen.

President Kamadou took a deep look at Xu Yi, picked up his teacup again, and after taking a sip, he said casually: "By the way, President Xu, I heard that your chamber of commerce has recently shipped to Sewell City. A batch of new military magic machines?"

Xu Yi didn't show any surprise, and said calmly: "Well, these are military supplies for the Third Army of the Garrison Corps, prepared according to the orders of His Majesty the Thirteenth King before his death."

"I know. But... President Xu, please stop the next supply. It's fine to send ordinary civilian supplies to Sewell City, but don't send these military magic machines." Kama City Lord Du waved his hand.

"Why?" Xu Yi was slightly taken aback. "This is an order from His Majesty the Thirteenth King. I just follow his old man's wishes."

Hearing that Xu Yi always talked about "His Majesty the Thirteenth King", the Lord Kamadou couldn't help frowning slightly.

"The situation in the kingdom is different now. Of course, we can no longer follow the previous orders. Remember, any military supplies in the kingdom must be under the unified supervision of the kingdom's military department and can only be shipped after approval. This also includes Do you understand the military supplies shipped to the Principality of Standing?"

"Is this a blatant warning?"

Xu Yi glanced at the solemn Lord Kamadou, thinking that if other people in Bangta City saw the tone and demeanor of the Lord Kamadou when he was speaking to him, they would probably not think of this newcomer again. Does the Lord City Lord have any special treatment for Xu Yi?

After pondering for a moment, Xu Yi asked: "Then, my lord, what about ordinary household magic machines? The various household magic machines that our chamber of commerce sold to other countries before were all trading privileges obtained with the approval of His Majesty the Thirteenth King." , should it be taken back now?"

Lord Kamadou shook his head: "That's not necessary. After all, ordinary household magic machines will not affect the safety of the kingdom. However, the kingdom now has new relevant regulations for these products sold to other countries."

"Oh? My lord, why don't you come and listen?"

"According to His Majesty's instructions, the goods sold to other countries and regions must undergo corresponding tariff adjustments. As for the specific adjustment plan... If there is no accident, it should be announced at the end of this month. Your Xinfei Chamber of Commerce is our Bangta The Chamber of Commerce in the city is most involved in foreign trade, President Xu, you'd better be mentally prepared."

"Oh?" Xu Yi was amused, and asked, "Then, is this adjustment adjusted up or down?"

"There is no definite news yet, President Xu, so don't make wild guesses." City Lord Kamadu shook his head, paused, and continued: "But please remember, President Xu, that any tax adjustments , is for the prosperity of the entire Lampari Kingdom, so I hope you can understand any decision of His Majesty the King."

Xu Yi sneered in his heart, but still kept smiling on the surface, and nodded slightly.

"I see."