The Brain of a Duke Princess

Volume 2 Commercialization

"… Start a business, you say …"

Sebastian and Sei might be against it. Their facial expressions turned slightly cloudy.

“To do something you are not used to, there are many examples. I think it would be better if you stop thinking in that direction. "

Moneda, who was part of the Trade Guild, also opposed it. However, if money is not earned, my vision will actually end up being a pipe dream.

If we carefully take care of the mansion and reduce our spending on food and luxury clothing.

But after considering the reputation of the Duke household, we can't really cut down on too many expenses .. So, I came up with an idea, and that was to start a business. It was fitting because I found something interesting during the inspection.

"Well, Moneda. Can you not stop me before you hear me out? Because it is possible to make a profit. ”

When Moneda heard what I said, a doubtful expression appeared on his face.

“How should I say this. I am a noble princess after all. For someone like me who had never stood on the battlefield with another merchant, and suddenly announced that I wanted to start a business, your reaction was natural. "

"… No, I'm sorry."

"It's okay. Now, continue what I said. I want to sell this commodity. Rehme, please take that thing out. "

"I understand ~"

What Rehme took out of the bag was chocolate.

"…This is…?"

Sebastian and Sei, who seemed to have never seen him before, checked it out.

"This is a fruit called cacao ~ It seems that this is harvested in the tropics in the south, and the locals will occasionally grind them and make it a ~ drink"

Right, cacao. The land that stretches from the Royal City to our dominions experiences spring all year round. Our region develops from north to south, hence the southern region has a tropical climate. Because of this, cocoa appeared in the region.

“... I've heard of it. But if I'm not wrong, because it's too bitter, it's not something worth drinking … "

As expected of Moneda. Trade Unions should be well aware of these kinds of products. … But when I did the inspection with Rehme, I was quite surprised to find him. This kid really has knowledge about almost everything .. After all, he also knows the step-by-step process done by the locals to make raw cacao fruit into a drink. You might be surprised too.

“As I thought, not yet commercialized. I'm glad to hear Moneda say that. ”

"Yes-yes …"

No way, are you planning to sell this? Also, what is with your expression that is full of confidence? Maybe that's what he thinks.

However, I have a lot of confidence in this. No matter what people say, dessert is important for nobles. … For example, during tea time.

"… Q&A. Open the door."

"… Q&A. Open the door."

"Surely."

When Tanya opened the door, one of the cooks in our house, Merida, was waiting outside. By the way, Merida was one of the children I picked up when I was young. Tanya, Ryle, Dida, Moneda, Rehme, Sei, and Merida. These seven are the children I picked up.

Because Merida wanted to be a cook, she became one of the cooks in our household. He was the one who cooked my food, and because I was dieting, I made various requests, but he kept giving it away. In other words, he is a great cook.

"This is a dessert that Merida made using cocoa as its main ingredient."

What appeared was of course chocolate. Even though it was something I was familiar with, everyone looked at it in surprise.

"Please try."

Everyone timidly ate strange and unknown foods.

However, after eating that mouthful, there was nothing other than words of praise.

“This, something made of cocoa, right? Of course if this .. By the way, how is this price? "

“Because sugar is used, I mean to price it rather high. The target demographics would be nobility, and since it used abundant high-end ingredients, I intended to market it as a luxury food. But sometime in the near future, I will eventually make it a cheap commodity where more people will be able to buy the product. Now, Merida. Please bring another. "

"Surely."

"Surely."

What was brought just a moment ago was a plate of milk chocolate. What was brought next were plates of dark chocolate and various kinds of chocolate such as truffles.

“Although this snack is also made from cocoa beans like the previous one, it tastes completely different. Please try. "

This time, compared to before, everyone ate it without hesitation.

“Wow ~ Delicious! I like this round looking for ~ ”

"While I'm, I like this plain and easy to eat."

Everyone loves different snacks depending on their preferences. I was relieved that the overall evaluation was favorable.

“In this way, there are various flavors. As someone who was a part of the Trade Guild to date, what is your impression, Moneda? "

"This is an unprecedented commodity .. With the right advertising, it can be launched immediately. I believe this has a lot of appeal. It's also a good thing that the target demographic has been set. "

"thank you. Because that's the problem, Sei. I want you to be my hands and feet, and help me open a market outlet where these commodities can be sold. "

"…I? Although I may not want to say this, but, wouldn't Moneda be a better choice …? ”

“Moneda will be involved with the establishment of the bank I spoke about earlier. I assume that he is the right person for the job because negotiations have to be done one way or another. In addition, with the nobility being the target demographic, it would be best if someone like you, who works at the Ducal House, to take responsibility for this, he said, and you will also be able to respond quickly. "

“... With respect I obey. I'll do my best to answer your expectations. "

“Moneda will be involved with the establishment of the bank I spoke about earlier. I assume that he is the right person for the job because negotiations have to be done one way or another. In addition, with the nobility being the target demographic, it would be best if someone like you, who works at the Ducal House, to take responsibility for this, he said, and you will also be able to respond quickly. "

“... With respect I obey. I'll do my best to answer your expectations. "

“With that, it's been resolved. We will now focus on how we will get this commodity in the market on the right track. First things first, Sebastian. Please make a contract with the village that harvests cocoa beans. Also, Ryle and Dida, please think about how many people it would take to secure transportation from village to house and give me a report. I'm sure you remember the road we walked down when we did the inspection, didn't you? ”

"I understand. I'll start right away. "

Sebastian, Ryle, and Dida stood up.

“Merida, please make more of this snack for trial purpose. I'll hand over the other recipes I think about afterwards. And Tanya, please make preparations to write a letter to mom. "

"… To the Madam, you say?"

"Yes. No one else is better than mom when it comes to advertising. If we send him a commodity, he'll advertise it. "

"Surely."

“Moneda, please continue company establishment. When you do, please take Sei with you. If possible, please secure the place where this product can be produced. … For the next three months, as this will be the busiest and important time of the company, I'm sorry about this, but are you willing to offer your help? "

"of course. There's no way I'm going to miss the opportunity to partake of something this exciting. ”

"thank you. Rehme, please stay behind as there is something I want to confirm with you. Regarding the average price of the current product on the market, if that's you, you're familiar with them, right? ”

"Yes ~ If it's in the span of the last fifteen years, please ask me anything."

“Then, I thank everyone in advance for your personal work. If anything happens, please consult me at all costs. "