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220Count of Tu Rondon (5)
Roman Dmitry.
He was an unexpected person.
As the executioner looked at him with puzzled eyes, Roman Dmitry naturally sat down and looked up at the other person..
“Please sit down.”
“……what are you doing here.”
“Count Rondon had an accident. I am his representative, so if you have anything to say, say it to me..”
The bailiff's gaze turned to the treasurer..
When asked what the explanation was, the treasurer also showed a puzzled expression and showed that he had no idea..
Anyway.
The table for negotiations has been set..
Since a representative had appeared, the bailiff sat down opposite Roman Dmitry, even though he looked disapproving..
the bailiff said.
“As an agent, you know how things work. Omitting the explanation of the previous situations, the amount that the Kingdom of Redford owes to the Golden Bank, including principal and interest, is approximately 100,000 gold. The problem is that it was like that until 5 minutes ago. If Count Rondon had shown up on time and repaid the 100,000 gold, Golden Bank would have covered up the previous problems and pursued smooth relations again..”
Squeak.
leaned in.
He looked at Roman Dmitry in a somewhat perverse manner..
“For us, time is money. This means that it is our job to collect interest on the money that has been taken out of our pockets, depending on when it comes back. So, 5 minutes after 9:00, do you think it's right for us to finish this problem for 100,000 gold? In my opinion, no. It was exactly 9 o'clock when the debt of 100,000 gold was supposed to be repaid, and as soon as a second has passed, we are entitled to classify the 'Kingdom of Redford' as a bad debtor and hold it accountable..”
“Don't spin around, get to the point.”
“All right.”
The bailiff twitched and laughed..
From the moment you pass the appointed time.
No, to be precise, from the moment the money was borrowed until the end of this transaction, Golden Bank had no choice but to be A..
“We will have to charge interest on late payments. 10% of the amount owed. If you repay the 110,000 gold right away, I will forget about your bad memories with the Kingdom of Redford. From then on, you don't have to worry about borrowing money again. As long as you are not a bad debtor, Golden Bank is always open for transactions..”
“……1110,000 gold!”
The treasurer screamed..
11ten thousand gold.
It was a huge amount.
10Even just raising 10,000 gold was impossible due to Redford's circumstances, and there was no way to repay the amount of 10,000 gold added to it..
Moreover, I kept feeling uncomfortable hearing that Count Rondon had an accident..
In addition to the recent attack on my home, I thought that the accident that occurred while moving a box of 100,000 gold coins was not a coincidence..
Roman Dmitry said.
“Count Rondon had an accident on his way here. I don't know how he knew, but he was attacked by citizens who wanted the gold coins, and now he can't afford to repay the 100,000 gold. Let me ask you again. The only way to solve Redford and Golden Bank's problem is to pay back 110,000 gold instead of 100,000 gold??”
“We have no obligation to consider the debtor's circumstances. The only important thing is the date on which repayment is promised. Even if we manage to secure 100,000 gold again due to lack of money, what we want from now on is 110,000 gold..”
It was a firm answer.
golden bank.
Bank of iron blood.
People think they are simply a money-lending force, but there is no more warlike force on the continent..
If you don't pay back, you will only be destroyed..
There were more people who fell down the path of Golden Bank than the evils of the continent such as the Kronos Empire..
Roman Dmitry paused for a moment..
I looked the other person in the eye and blurted out the words as if it was no big deal..
“Let me ask you one last question. Is it money you want, or destruction?.”
* * *
If you follow the history of the continent, you can find the name of the Golden Bank in the pages of history..
they were consistent.
Many people, both past and present, have fallen into the abyss due to those who only talk about debt..
“Golden Bank is the devil of gold coins. If you're going to do business with them, pay off your debt somehow, even if it means selling your soul. Otherwise, the demon of gold will lead you and everything around you to destruction..”
It was wise advice..
Roman Dmitry's question was quite aggressive regarding the actions of Golden Bank, which has shown numerous examples throughout history..
so that.
“what did you say just now.”
The executioner's expression became cold..
Roman's words.
It was a sensitive issue.
People did not hesitate to criticize Golden Bank's actions, but no one made such remarks right in front of their eyes..
A statement that I don't dare say even though I know it.
Despite his hostile gaze, as if he was going to eat him at any moment, Roman Dmitry looked straight into the executioner's eyes..
“Actually, I'm not sure about Golden Bank's intentions. You insist on fair debt repayment, but no moneylender in the world would go to war to collect debt. Even if you overthrow your opponent and rob him of all his property, the cost of war does not promise any financial gain. This is truly foolish. As a force that generates profits through interest, there is no need to make matters worse by forcing down those who want to repay the money..”
“Golden Bank is different from regular lending. This is a matter of promise. The reason people are paying off the Golden Bank's debt is because it shows us how we react when we break our promises..”
“I too wish Golden Bank was just a moneylending business. However, there are some parts I don't understand..”
The tension was high..
It's just that they didn't draw their swords, but the two didn't retreat at all, as if they were going to eat each other..
“When the Golden Bank lent money to the Kingdom of Redford. The Redford Kingdom's debt relationship was already very complicated due to the king's deviation. And yet the Golden Bank lent money. This means that you, who value the other party's trustworthiness and debt relationship, freely lent tens of thousands of gold even though you knew it would be difficult to get it back. It is impossible to understand just because the other person is the king. Haven't past precedents proven that Golden Bank considers situations so thoroughly that it's cruel??”
a page of history.
As you follow it up, the Golden Bank was a mysterious force that appeared like a mirage without any sign..
who is the owner.
Where does the money come from?.
no one knew.
They suddenly appeared with money that exceeded the national level, and quickly became a force with enormous influence on the continent..
Up to now, no one has any doubts about it..
As the past years proved their existence, people accepted the Golden Bank as it is..
but.
Roman Dmitry was different.
Even through Hao Wen, we were unable to find out the basis of Golden Bank, but we confirmed that they sometimes do things that are incomprehensible, such as this incident in the Kingdom of Redford..
Then, one inference could be reached.
The conclusion is that Golden Bank's actions are similar to the Kronos Empire, which wishes for the destruction of other countries..
offensive remarks.
The bailiff's expression distorted..
With a face that looked like it was about to explode, he let out anger..
“So you're saying we lent money to Redford hoping for his destruction? This is a statement that cannot be tolerated. Negotiations are broken. The Kingdom of Redford is considered to have no will to repay its debt, and the Dmitry family's comments will later be formally raised in the international community..”
Jump up.
got up from my seat.
Just when I was about to leave.
“Listen to the end.”
stopping steps.
Roman Dmitry said with a smile.
“Redford's debt. I will pay you back.”
* * *
the situation has been resolved.
Although the bailiff was angry, he could not refuse Roman Dmitry's offer to pay 110,000 gold instead..
at last.
The purpose of the loan business is money..
If I did not accept Roman Dmitry's money, I could not help but be caught by the question of whether I would wish for ruin under the pretext of debt..
For that reason, the situation was settled..
The bailiff filled out a gold coin box containing 110,000 gold, filled out a document stating that the Kingdom of Redford had fully fulfilled its debt, and left with an angry look on his face..
before leaving the room.
He said this with his back to Roman Dmitry..
“The Dmitry family made a big mistake today. I look forward to seeing you again in the future.”
Bailiff's Warning.
Roman Dmitry calmly drank his tea..
The treasurer, who was holding his breath due to the series of situations, spoke in a cautious voice..
“……thank you. Thanks to you, the Kingdom of Redford has overcome a major crisis..”
11ten thousand gold.
That's a lot of money.
The Dmitry family showed their wealth by lending a whopping 100,000 gold and later repaying an additional 110,000 gold..
The rumor that Principality Dmitry's wealth was enormous was true..
There is a saying that all the steel in the Salamander Continent comes from Dmitri, and Dmitri, who has a tight grip on one industry, casually offered an amount that even most kingdoms would find burdensome..
furthermore.
Due to recent technological cooperation with the dwarves, Dmitry has amassed even greater wealth than ever before..
“I don't want to hear you say thank you. Dmitry also didn't help without any reason..”
Roman Dmitry reacted coldly..
he didn't get up.
As if there was someone waiting.
Even after drinking all the tea, I sat down and felt suffocating tension..
How much time has passed.
Finally, I heard someone running outside the door..
* * *
Count of Rondon.
When he came to his senses, it was already well past the appointed time..
“Count! We're in big trouble! It is said that the group that attacked us gave away all the gold coins to the general public.!”
“……this.”
It was despairing news.
The 100,000 gold that was obtained with great difficulty literally evaporated, and there was no way to get back the money that was given to the citizens..
Of course, if military force is used, some will be returned, but bloodshed will be unavoidable in the process of recovering the gold coins held by starving citizens..
In the end, it was his fault.
Even though Roman Dmitry said he would protect safety, he proceeded with work excluding extreme situations and an accident occurred..
really.
It was foolish..
Although he was brilliant enough to become a wealthy man, he was not wise when it came to matters related to the country..
no.
If he had been wise, he would have abandoned his patriotism in the first place..
After taking care of the casualties and settling the situation, Count Rondon headed straight to the agreed upon location..
Although I had no ability to resolve the debt, I had to explain the situation and buy time to secure the money somehow..
however.
Roman Dmitry was at the meeting place..
And when the treasurer said that he had settled the debt, the Count of Rondon immediately fell to his knees on the spot..
dump.
“Redford owes a great debt to Roman Dmitry. I was robbed of 100,000 gold by the citizens, and if Roman Dmitry had not helped me, Redford would have collapsed due to the debt of the Golden Bank. Please tell me anything. Redford will do anything to repay Roman Dmitri's debt, and will repay Dmitri's kindness for the rest of his life. thank you so much.”
I lowered my head..
It didn't matter if the blood was flowing from my head.
In a tearful voice, he expressed his gratitude to heaven that Redford wasn't over yet..
but.
Roman Dmitry's expression was cold..
Even the treasurer, watching from the sidelines, knew that this was not an emotional occasion for expressing gratitude..
“Count Rondon. I think you are greatly mistaken..”
cold voice.
When the Count of Rondon raised his face in surprise, it was only then that he was able to face reality..
“The Count borrowed 100,000 gold from me and said he would not take on the responsibility. Dmitry accepted the Count's offer despite knowing that he could not hope for financial gain, as he mentioned the safety of the kingdom's union. But how did this situation come about? 100,000 gold was taken away and I lost the ability to repay it, and I spent an additional 110,000 gold to solve Redford's problem..”
When the carriage loaded with gold coins left.
When attacked by citizens.
Roman Dmitry was informed of the situation..
There were certainly opportunities to help if he had put his mind to it, but Roman Dmitry had reached a more important conclusion..
so that.
“Redford's incompetence made things worst. Count, now is not the time to say thank you..”
From now on.
It was Dmitry's turn to resolve the situation in his own way..
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