People in Terra, governing a weird little country

"It is such an honor that Mr. Magnus can come to Kjerag in person for field research. I won't say any more nonsense. The government has prepared a welcoming lunch for you. Please come and taste Kjerag's traditional food. How about we eat and chat at the same time?"

What he wanted to say was once again blocked in his stomach. Luther looked at the boy in front of him in surprise and nodded:

"Then I'll follow Prime Minister Ernst's arrangements."

Ernst smiled and nodded, turned around, and whispered to Lola:

"Take them to the Grand Hotel Tukarim. Order a table of Kjerag specialties."

After that, before Lola left, Ernst grabbed her hand again and whispered in a lower voice,

"Let's go with something cheaper. We don't have the budget for that."

Lola blinked, as if she wanted to say something: "But..."

But Ernst interrupted firmly: "No buts, go ahead!"

Lola could only look at the Magnus delegation with pity and said, "Everyone, please follow me."

As soon as Magnus's men left, Ernst came up to Enthiotis and asked with some dissatisfaction:

"Why don't you tell them to put on more clothes?"

Enthiotis glanced at Ernst, and that smiling expression seemed to say it all.

Obviously, this was a small revenge, a revenge for Ernst's betrayal of Karan Trade after he came to power.

Letting Magnus and the others suffer from the cold would obviously worsen their first impression of Ernst and Kjerag, but it would not be a big deal in the overall situation.

"Do you know how important this matter is to me?" Ernst frowned.

Enchiodis nodded. "I know. But this is your career, not mine."

Even if Ernst did not borrow (cheat) money, did not mess with his Kjerag government, and just acted as a puppet and sat in the position of prime minister for a few years, Enthiotis would not care, and his coup plan to seize power would not be affected in any way.

It would be better to say that Ernst is really trying to do something now, which will bring some unnecessary variables to his plan.

The reason why Enthiotis did not stop or even destroy Huang Ernst's plan was only because he could accept another person working for Kjerag's future in his own way, because this was also a reflection of himself.

But this does not mean that he will accept and help Ernst's plan completely, especially before Ernst's current actions have achieved real results.

You cheated me once, and I cheated you back once, so we're even now.

When it comes to determining the future of this country, we are in a relationship that includes competition and cooperation, occasionally cooperating, but always competing!

Seeing Enchiodis's half-smile and matter-of-fact expression, Ernst lost his temper. He could only pout and change the subject:

"Can you pay for this meal for me?"

Enchiodis was stunned by the 180-degree change in the topic and asked, "Why?"

"The government has no money." Ernst looked like a bachelor.

Enchiodis rolled his eyes: "I don't have any money either."

Unexpectedly, Ernst solemnly said to him, "It's okay. Business banquets can be reimbursed. Just come to my office and get the money."

Enchiodis was so angry that he laughed: "Didn't you say the government has no money?"

Ernst shook his head, with an expression that said, "You don't understand this, right?" He said, "If the deal is done, won't we get the money?"

What if the deal doesn't work out and you guys have no money, then my meal money will be wasted, right?

Enciodis glared at his younger brother in silence. How could this guy, who made up such a big plan and was so confident and bold when he went to defraud the Colombian bank of money, become so calculating and stingy when he got to the place where he had to take the money?

You are still making promises to me. If you want to deceive me, you might as well say that you know Yelagund. If I give you fifty, he will make me the Saint of Kalan.

Something seems to be wrong?

Enthyodis shook his head, forgetting the strange images that flashed through his mind, and said:

"I won't report something that's too expensive."

Ernst waved his hand, with an expression that said, "It's okay. I asked Lola to order cheap specialties. They won't cost much."

After two seconds of silence, Enthiotis covered his face after realizing what the special dishes Ernst was talking about.

I have to reimburse you for all this. When did you become so stingy? If you don’t know, you might think I didn’t give you living expenses when you were young and abused you!

In this regard, Ernst just wants to clarify that it’s not shameful to save money!

In Kjerag, even if he wanted to engage in corruption, there was no profit to be made. How could he make money if he didn't make some moves?

Life is not easy, Boss Silver, please be kind and give me more gold coins!

Chapter 11: Capitalists have nowhere to go because the small peasant economy is too stable

Tukarim Hotel is a newly built hotel invested by the Shivaash family, specially used to receive investors and tourists. Because it is the only modern hotel in Kjerag, it is given the very meaningless titles of "Kjerag's No. 1 Hotel" and "Kjerag's Oldest Hotel".

Brands are actually added value. Many of the services of the Kjerag Hotel are far inferior to those of even ordinary business hotels in other cities. However, it is precisely because of this series of brands and reputations that it has maintained a good reputation with zero negative reviews. All tourists who have stayed here will not only not be dissatisfied with it, but will actively defend it:

"If you want to stay, stay, get out!"

"In a place like Kjerag, it's already great to have such a hotel. Why are you still being picky? Hotels abroad are good, but is that the one in Kjerag?"

"I'm just a passerby. To be fair, I think we should still be patient with the Tukarim Hotel. Although it has various shortcomings, as a tourist who loves Kjerag culture, we should accept these shortcomings and urge it to continue to work hard. Your negative reviews are purely malicious slander. Do you want to destroy Kjerag's tourism industry?"

Although the style of the positive reviews was a bit strange, giving Ernst a strange sense of déjà vu, considering the fact that even an Originium heater is still a rare item for Kjerag, he still felt that perhaps the people who said these words really did it for Kjerag’s own good.

But as the saying goes, laymen see the excitement, experts see the doorway. The hotel can fool ordinary tourists, but for Colombian business tycoons like Luther Magnus, it will be seen through at a glance.

"Kjerag's development is not very good. It seems that Prime Minister Ernst is in great need of this loan."

He thought about it in his mind and prepared himself.

"I can use this as an opportunity to discuss this at the dinner table later. Maybe I can get a bigger contract."

After waiting for a while, Ernst and Enthiotis appeared in the corridor of the hotel.

After handing his coat to Lola, Ernst gave her a reassuring look. He turned around and immediately smiled warmly like the spring breeze. He walked towards Luther and stretched out his hand, saying:

"Sorry, sorry, I kept you waiting Mr. Magnus."

"It's okay." Luther shook his head, shook hands with Ernst, and then shook hands with Enthiotis who followed him. The three of them entered the private room one after another.

Ernst, who entered first, closed the door with a smile after both of them entered, returned to his chair and sat down, saying:

"We are all family here, so let's just close the door and talk in private."

This made Enciodis and Luther Magnus subconsciously adjust their sitting postures and straighten their backs. When they realized what was happening, they were both a little surprised.

Luther was particularly surprised. After arriving in Kjerag, this was the third time he was surprised by Ernst, and this time was the most surprising. The reason was simple: politics is a subject that takes time to develop.

Apart from other things, although Ernst is so young, he does not act like a child at all. He is very methodical, quick-witted and good at smoothing things over. He is also proficient in official language and unspoken rules like a veteran.

Apart from anything else, this little trick of speaking behind closed doors is something that many so-called "politicians" in Colombian prime-time TV dramas have spent their entire lives learning and still never been able to master.

Enchiodis was calmer. Although he was also surprised, he quickly regained his composure.

After all, he had seen Ernst's official rhetoric once before at the Three Clans Meeting, and he had become somewhat accustomed to it. Knowing that Ernst was about to start fooling people, he was ready to act as the supporting actor at any time.

Sure enough, after a slight pause, Ernst glanced at the two people present and said:

"To be honest with you, Mr. Magnus, I was picked up as the Prime Minister. I personally did not contribute much. It is all thanks to my brother Enchiodis and my sister Saint Kalan that I am where I am today."

"Being an official is all about making money. My brother made money from foreign trade, and my sister made money from religion. I am shy and young, so I can't compete with them. After thinking about it, I only found one way to make money."

Luther raised his eyebrows, leaned his head slightly towards Ernst, and asked curiously:

"what way?"

Ernst stamped his feet vigorously and said:

"Scrape some land money."

"Scratch the ground?" Luther Magnus looked at the young man in front of him in astonishment, with eight words written in his eyes: The young are to be feared, and the future is promising!

Young man, you are an expert in this field! The real estate industry is a real treasure trove. You chose this path right away. You have not only broadened your path, but have also taken the road to heaven!

Luther's appetite was immediately whetted, and he couldn't wait to hear what Ernst had to say. As for whether Ernst could get the land, he was not worried at all.

As an excellent banker, he did not make any preparations before setting off for Kjerag.

Although there is little information about this country due to its isolation, Luther still got a general understanding of the power relations within Kjerag from various contacts.

Who is the most powerful person in Kjerag? It must be Saint Kalan of Manzhu Monastery!

Who is the richest person in Kjerag? It must be Ensiodis Shivaash, the chairman of Kalan Trading!

Ernst introduced himself as soon as he came up. The Saint was his sister and Enthiotis was his brother. In such a small country, the two most powerful and richest people were his relatives. He was also the legitimate Prime Minister of the Kjerag government. What was a piece of land a big deal?

If his brothers and sisters could be so ambitious, Luther could build a Magnus Building in every city in Columbia, from the Special Zone to the Frontier Zone!

Seeing that Magnus was already interested, Ernst was not in a hurry and said in a long tone, "It's just that——"

"only?"

"It's just that he has a hard time dealing with the people of Kjerag. They say that every blade of grass, every tree, and even every stone in Kjerag was given by Yelagund. So, we are not allowed to buy or sell them at will."

"Hmm!" Luther laughed with disdain. He thought Ernst was going to say something, but after all this time, this was all.

Young people are still young people after all, they only have means but no skills. What is so difficult about resolving the problem of unruly people blocking the sale of land?

"This is easy, Ernst brother, I'll teach you," he shouted, closing the distance between them. "To deal with those unruly people, you can hire some thugs to block their door locks at night, disrupt their sewers, or simply light a fire when they are not around to make them restless. Once they get annoyed and scared, they will naturally leave."

Ernst's mouth twitched. He looked at Luther, who seemed to be very familiar with the operation, as if he had practiced it countless times. He unconsciously cast his gaze to Enchiodis beside him, as if asking, "Are all you capitalists such assholes?"

Enthiotis also looked innocent. He hadn't done any of these things, so why was Ernst looking at him?

Ernst retracted his gaze, coughed twice, and interrupted Luther's endless chatter with a helpless look on his face:

"Mr. Luthor, this won't work!"

"Why?" Luther was confused.

Ernst gave him a reason he could not refute:

"Is it possible that Kjerag doesn't have any door locks or sewers that can be blocked?"

Where is Kjerag? In most areas, the houses are just small houses made of wood, thatch and stone. Several small houses form a herdsmen's settlement. People are everywhere, so there is no need for luxury things like door locks. Not to mention the sewers. There are only a few arable lands in the lake area, and the grass for feeding the beasts of burden needs to be fertilized. How can such natural and pollution-free fertilizers be washed away by sewers?

Luther obviously had not expected this, and his "rich knowledge" was suddenly of no use.

The capitalists actually had no place to vent their evil intentions because the small peasant economy was too stable. This was like the Qing Dynasty in another world.

But at this time, he seemed to feel that it was his time to come on stage, or perhaps he felt that if he didn't say a few words, he would really have to serve food to the two of them. Enchiodis looked at Luther and said with concern:

"Actually, there is a solution. If the hard approach doesn't work, we can try the soft approach."

"Soft?" Luther didn't understand what Enthiotis meant for a moment.

“It’s just another way of saying it.”

Ernst explains,

"If we sell the land directly to a Colombian like you, the people of Shelag will definitely not agree. If they disagree and start a commotion, and even go to Manzhu Courtyard, my sister will be in trouble. I won't be able to sell the land, and I might even have to step down. Stepping down is not a good thing. How can I make money after I step down? So the land cannot be sold!"

Ernst paused, then changed the subject and smiled mysteriously:

"But as long as we change the name, everything will be solved."

"Mr. Luther, I can borrow money from your bank in the name of the Kjerag government to raise government funds."

"As for the collateral for the loan, it's this piece of land."

Chapter 12 Ernst wants to sell our home!

"Brother, with such a large sum of money, we can do many things with it!"

When the contract was signed and sealed in the most valuable safe in the entire office, Ernst could no longer conceal his deep excitement. He turned his head and looked at Enthiotis with tears of excitement in his eyes.

Even though he was a second-generation human being, even though he had quite a bit of experience in politics and had seen a lot of the ups and downs of society, even as a time traveler, this was the first time that Ernst felt that he had "really changed something."

The loan of 6 million Colombian gold certificates was a complete bargain compared to the six square kilometers of land that Ernst had put up as collateral. But for Kjerag now, it was also a huge sum of money!

An angel round investment is enough to give all dreams a beautiful start and start the gears of fate turning.

"What are you going to do with the money?"

Compared to Ernst's excitement, Enthiotis's expression at this moment was much more stable. Compared to hugging Ernst to celebrate, he was more concerned about the use of the money at this moment.

Ernst had almost no hesitation about this question and answered decisively:

“Build a school!”