Defying the Fate of Beheading

Chapter 686 361: Inventory of Gains, Heading to the Battlefield_2

Beatrice had an epiphany.Once the volume of raw materials reaches a certain level, maneuverability increases significantly.

By smartly utilizing the time gap and information gap between product dumping and recovery, it's quite possible to suppress prices within an acceptable range.

Louis raised an eyebrow, with a playful tone, said, "And don't forget, the resources they obtained while exploring the sea, compared to what Limuru is continually siphoning from the depths, are they really that abundant?"

The two exchanged a knowing smile.

Indeed.

If it weren't for the need to consider the impact, and if Louis wasn't very clear about sending Limuru to the Fallen Star Sea for that purpose, he might have been able to swallow eighty percent of the resources seized by various countries.

This doesn't even include the deep-sea resources that countries cannot exploit.

Those resources that only Limuru can transport to the Soldier Tomb Demi-plane through his control over all things are pure profit for Louis.

That's entirely due to his own abilities.

This war is a triple victory for the United Legion, a total loss for the Mermaid Empire, and for Louis, a lucrative venture.

As a joke goes, from the first day of this war, the sin of Greed never showed any hunger towards him again.

It had a big feast.

"So what's the highest strategy?"

Beatrice widened her eyes; she already considered this method the best way to maximize profits as she could imagine.

What other tricks could there be?

Louis slightly curled his lips, "Beatrice, do you know what diminishing marginal returns mean?"

She shook her head.

Louis proceeded to explain it to her.

Beatrice looked at Louis with a strange expression:

"You're saying that as the quota for the Hall of Greed continues to rise, after the initial period of skyrocketing growth, fewer people across the continent will be eligible to purchase the quota.

So later on, we can simply tell the countries that to obtain a quota, they need to buy certain materials, letting them purchase it themselves, and we increase their quota for free.

That way, no matter how much the materials' prices increase, it's none of our business after that?"

"Exactly."

"But, in doing so, you'll inevitably face a problem."

Beatrice frowned, "Don't forget, after leveraging this development surge to its limits, if you want the Soldier Tomb Demi-plane to grow further, you'll need to strive on your own.

The greatest benefit of the Hall of Greed's quota is enjoying the growth brought by Martial Skills. All current quotas are arranged in such a way that those outside Ense pay a hefty price to obtain them.

It's essentially a means of foreign trade.

But when you get past the initial stage, to further strengthen the demi-plane, or even vie for the deities' throne, you must step out of the imperial framework and face the entire continent or even the world beyond it.

By then, those people you harvested will find they've spent a fortune only to enjoy the same services as other Martial Skills' holders.

At that time, we'll become public enemy number one."

Beatrice couldn't fathom how terrifying the continent's rage would be.

She didn't want to leave such a big potential problem for the Ense Empire.

Louis smiled and said, "We have prepared special gifts."

"Hmm?"

"Did you forget that the mass-produced infinitely evolving sword pill is originally our primary productivity, which in the future can't possibly be generalized to every Soldier Tomb Contractor?

What we should do now is first list those special services that only a few of the Hall of Greed's clientele can enjoy."

As Louis spoke, he noticed Bea looking at him with an expression so complex that it was as if she was looking at a demon.

Clearly, the modern financial extraction methods had shocked her greatly.

"Louis, I suddenly feel that the original sin you possessed wasn't Lust but Greed." Beatrice's voice was filled with complexity.

What else could Louis say?

He had nothing to say, except to continue explaining the membership plans he planned to offer to the Hall of Greed's VIP customers.

"Currently, only high-ranking personnel within Ense can use Soldier Tomb, and our VIP customers only have access to Martial Skills' slots.

After the first expansion of Soldier Tomb, we can distribute these slots as tokens of friendly exchange with other countries, allowing legendary to paragon-level strong beings to join in and enjoy the facilities of Martial Skills.

Simultaneously, upgrade the VIPs, offering them a free mass-produced sword pill.

During Soldier Tomb's second expansion, which should cover most paragon-levels and some extraordinary levels, ordinary Soldier Tomb Contractors can acquire mass-produced sword pill rights at cost, further solidifying the core group.

Meanwhile, upgrade VIPs again, allowing them to gather resources themselves to get a second, specific enhanced mass-produced sword pill to forge armor.

I can't believe armor appealing to both legends and demigods, guaranteed to be durable, wouldn't attract their interest."

Beatrice felt her teeth ache merely listening.

These tricks came one after another, enough to leave anyone dazzled.

But undeniably enticing.

By that time, just one word to the customers, and they might go mad.

Legendary or even demigod armor?

What a joke!

Previously, they would've begged persistently, yet even a small country's legend or demigod might never have touched it.

Regional wars were frequent over legendary and demigod gear.

Now?

You provide materials, the Soldier Tomb military will cover you!

Louis even discussed more frightening actions.

For example, even demigods might face sudden weapon loss, but with Soldier Tomb, users could consume magic power to send weapons back to Soldier Tomb and summon them again.

This tactic alone could utterly defeat many melee combatants in actual combat.

Like opening paid channels so partners can summon and experience the power of a true Ten Thousand Transformations Sword Pill.

Imagine Ense's partners claiming they were attacked and asking Ense for help.

Beatrice casually raised her fingers "Three."

"Three days for reinforcements?"

"Two."

"?"

"One."

Suddenly, Ten Thousand Transformations Sword Pill descended upon the frontline battlefield, assisting allies in achieving their great power dreams.

No concern over lacking skills to forge divine tools; big brother protects you.

What?

The subordinate's top fighter is so weak they can't win even with divine tools?

Come, let me add a nuclear blast technique buff to Ten Thousand Transformations Sword Pill.

Louis couldn't imagine how brutal the scene would get then.

However, this tactic must be used cautiously, not unless it's a full-time strategic partner.

What if they, like a certain monkey from another life, turn and bite him?

Beatrice took a long, deep look at Louis and exclaimed:

"Mass-produced sword pills could never surpass the Ten Thousand Transformations Sword Pill, right?"

Louis let out a snort, "You need to know... no matter how the mass-produced sword pill grows, the pill's essence remains in Soldier Tomb."

As long as the essence stays in Soldier Tomb, Ten Thousand Transformations Sword Pill can continuously acquire all the traits of the mass-produced sword pills.

Louis wasn't afraid of others developing mass-produced sword pills.

Because no matter how developed, they would trace back to the Ten Thousand Transformations Sword Pill.

Otherwise, how do you think Ten Thousand Transformations Sword Pill incorporates the powers of the Ancient Nine Swords and the Hero's Sword?

After assessing strategy and future gains, both Louis and Beatrice felt much more at ease.

"Darling, I'll leave the sale of Hall of Greed's quotas to you; I need to visit the Fallen Star Sea."

He pinched Beatrice's cheek, "Can't just keep some fool on the front lines forever."

...

The next day.

Louis embarked on his journey to the Fallen Star Sea.

When this news reached the front lines, it caused a stir in the United Legion.

"Did you hear? That individual is really coming."

"Just turned 20, wielding demigod-level power, I can't even imagine how happy they are over at Ense."

"They're not like that Little Dragon Emperor from Lokeshi Empire, who's full of flaws; this power was reached through natural growth, and just in terms of combat experience, I guarantee it far exceeds the Little Dragon Emperor's."

"You better keep your voice down, don't let anyone from Lokeshi Empire hear."

"I didn't mean to offend them, just stating facts."

"Wouldn't it be great if such a talent appeared in our country?"

"Don't kid yourself; that's the sin of Greed, can your country afford it?"

"True, to some degree, they even pawned off their Empress, can't afford it!"

If they knew, Ense sacrificed not just the Empress but a whole generation of royalty, one wonders what they'd think.