Chapter 242 Transaction

Radek had long guessed the fury of Count Bergen.

But family affection was too extravagant for the royal family.

Radek had not had a deep understanding of it before, or rather, his experience made him have certain expectations of family affection.

It was not until the death of Louis II that the relatives in the past gradually revealed their true colors.

Even his grandfather still used him as a chess piece to manipulate him, so how could he talk about family affection?

Radek saw through it and acted more extreme.

Suffering can temper a person the most. After wandering outside for a year, he grew up very quickly.

His spies dare not say that they know everything, but they have also figured out most of it.

He had been holding back before because he had no chance.

Now that he has the chance, of course he has to remove it in one go.

Of course, he understands that Derek has bad intentions, but how can there be kindness without reason in this world?

All gifts have a price tag behind them.

But without the present, how can there be a future?

Radek was a little grateful. It was a kindness to allow him to overdraw his future.

It was so humble that it made people feel distressed.

His biggest gain in this year was to use the resources of war and southern nobles to train a group of middle and low-level officers.

Although the success rate of civilians was not high, there were always some people who stood out when many people died.

Radek usually kept the fire in case of emergency.

Since receiving Derek's gift, Radek expanded the army three times in one go.

If there are not enough soldiers, you can recruit soldiers.

Don't think that the world is so civilized just because Derek has been recruiting soldiers in a disciplined manner.

With the style of these noble lords, recruiting soldiers is considered to be kind.

It is wise not to let you bring your own dry food and weapons to fight for free.

As the saying goes, it is hard to find a three-legged toad, but there are many two-legged people.

The first thing Radek did after expanding his army was to turn the tables.

Of course, he would not attack his former sponsor, but it was not much different.

Southern nobles are just a general term. In fact, the nobles, big and small, are very complicated, and not all of them support Radek.

This is easy to understand. There are cliques within each faction.

In the past, Radek could only be a grandson. Even if someone did not support him, he dared not show his teeth.

But now that he has strength in his hands, he immediately turned his guns and settled the accounts.

Tens of thousands of troops swarmed in, not giving the other side time to react.

And this unlucky guy did not expect Radek to be so bold. In an instant, the territory was lost and the whole family was arrested.

Radek asked immediately: "Is the dock under control?"

That's right, personal grudges are just an excuse, and the real purpose is still this small inland river dock.

The dock is very small, and even large ships are difficult to dock, but it is of great significance to Radek.

"Your Highness, it has been controlled."

"Send the most elite soldiers to watch secretly," Radek knew what it meant to be low-key, and then he cared about the captured baron's family: "Hang this family of traitors who support the pseudo-king for me."

Resentment is one aspect, and attracting firepower is another aspect.

Radek didn't even bother to take a look, his target was not this small baron's family.

But to outsiders, this was the reason for his sudden outburst.

Be it criticism or suspicion, it can divert some attention anyway.

A few days later, Radek brought the gold, silver and jewelry he had confiscated to find Baron Cliff.

It was agreed before that in addition to the gifts, weapons and armor could be bought and sold in the future.

Baron Cliff saw Radek and smiled: "Prince Radek, your efficiency is too high. I believe you can drive the pseudo-king off the throne soon."

That's right, Prince Radek is related to his performance. He still wants to get promoted and make money in the future, so he hopes Radek will work harder.

Radek felt comfortable when he heard it, but when he saw the list of goods, he felt bad.

"Are you kidding me? A set of knight heavy armor costs 200 gold coins, and an ordinary knight needs 100 gold coins. This is too exaggerated."

When Derek first debuted four years ago, the price of these things was less than half of the current price.

Even if the price increased due to the war, it has remained stable. Radek felt that he was being slaughtered as a fat sheep.

"Dear Prince, I am not lying to you. The silver coin has depreciated recently in the market, and some people are buying equipment in large quantities. This price is very conscientious." Cliff said seriously.

"What does the depreciation of silver coins have to do with me? I paid gold coins." Radek almost jumped up and down. As for the fact that someone bought a large number of equipment, he didn't believe it at all. Is there anyone else who is so eager for equipment besides himself now?

Cliff smiled and said nothing, and didn't make any excuses. He just asked if you want it?

There is only one company on the market that can provide a large number of equipment to Prince Radek. You can take it or not.

Radek was sulking for a long time, but finally gritted his teeth and said, "Buy it!!"

He quickly made a list, and seeing that he had spent at least 50% more gold coins, he felt chest tightness and shortness of breath.

Cliff sent someone to collect the payment, and happily provided Prince Radek with two pieces of information: "Dear Prince, in view of our pleasant response to cooperation, I will provide you with two pieces of information for free.

There are indeed people on the market who are buying weapons and armor in large quantities. It happens to be your grandfather, Count Bergen. I am not lying to you. If the Duke had not specifically ordered it, I would not leave the goods in my hands to you.

In addition, the weapons and armor smuggled by your brother, King Arthur, are at least 30% more expensive than the price you bought. "

These two pieces of information were specifically provided to Prince Radek.

I believe that the other party can understand the meaning behind the news.

Sure enough, His Royal Highness, who was still sulking just now, was no longer short of breath.

Count Bergen's large-scale purchase of equipment is definitely not for himself.

"What is he doing?"

Thinking of the movements of the southern nobles, Prince Radek planted a seed in his heart.

As for the fact that Arthur bought it at a high price, it is of course comforting.

But the royal family already has a certain production capacity and reserves. Why are they still desperately smuggling equipment?

Attack the Northern Principality?

Radek didn't dare to think so. After all, he was the weakest. Once King Arthur attacked him...

"Expand the army, expand the army. "

Prince Radek no longer felt bad about the money. He wanted to see the result of this transaction before making a decision.

When you get something done, you need money first and then goods.

Prince Radek controlled a dock. Although it was small, it was convenient for Baron Cliff.

At night, a large ship stopped in the middle of the river. There was no suitable berth for it to dock.

But it didn't matter. It could be transported by small boats like ants moving houses.