THE WORLD DEVELOPMENT SYSTEM

chapter 23's

“It seems they came to investigate this time after hearing the profit we got after 2 trips,” Joseph told Eric in a serious tone.

“Well, that's what I expected. Maybe one of your siblings or cousins told them about the source of the soap this time around. I'm guessing most of your brothers and sisters can't wait to get their soap that you're carrying right now.” Eric replied to Joseph.

“Well, that's true too. Plus my position increased this time after I made a deal with John. But I've got Dad's support for this business relationship. To him, the interests of the Morgan family always come first so we don't have to worry for some time, “ Joseph told Eric.

“But what about your uncle? I don't think they'd be happy to watch your business grow day by day,” Eric asked Joseph.

“We don't have to worry for now because dad supports us, but we have to be careful with their conspiracy and then there are nobles supporting them as well, hmm.

“Well, this problem will arrive in the end. Plus this deal is too good to throw around, you should know that the royals do not mind spending on luxury goods and you should already know the potential market for this soap, you should know, whether in the country or abroad. The Elf and Demon Region had shown a good response and so had the nobles from the imperial capital. We have to take everything when they come. Plus I've been negotiating with Marquis Ray. “Joseph continues.

“Because your father has negotiated with Marquis Ray then many of our outer problems are solved then that leaves only the internal problems of your brothers and our cousins. I think your father wishes you had done it yourself to prove your worth in the family, “ Eric replied.

“Well for now just planting more spies on my brothers and cousins ends up and trying to bribe their men so we can get the important Intel on the time they conspire. I think it will apply for now. I was just worried about my uncle helping them behind the scenes, “ Joseph told Eric.

“Because you betrayed me last time around I will need the Red Feather Bow that you bought last time from the auction for this job as compensation,” Eric laughed to Joseph to lighten the mood.

“Well, that won't be a problem, but I still won't help you peek at the woman you know,” Joseph smiled and replied to Eric and continued their usual conversation.

During these days on the ship, the, John is quite aware of Eva and Josephine's change in feelings but he deliberately acts solid because he is quite afraid of his previous relationship on Earth and it seems that the improvement in his brain abilities has reduced his emotions a little bit . But on some occasions, he will show his emotions, like when Antonio was aiming for his life or his time with Melanie's grandmother when he felt so affectionate from her care because she was an orphan on earth and yearned for such affection.

Meanwhile, Sally also joined them in training because she did not want to miss out. It was also during this time that he understood what was going on between them. She accidentally teases the two of them in front of John which forces John to act solidly on this occasion.

To that end John increased the effectiveness of his close combat. Since John didn't have much knowledge of his magic, he couldn't give them any clues.

Normally John would be carefree but he always kept his guard up when he was in Sally's presence. His instincts were quite good in judging the character he had seen on the previous occasion.

While Joseph and Eric were having a conversation in the cabin, John joined them for a drink and noticed a rather heavy mood between them. He understood perhaps it was related to pirates because from one of the previous sailors he knew about how large fleets were usually not attacked unless there was prior planning and most were done by Aristocrat.

So at first John thought that maybe it had to do with nobles.

So Joseph then told me about his family's politics and how they didn't have to worry about the other nobles for now when Marquis Ray supported them. Only the Dukes were most likely to attack them, but even Marquis Ray had a Duke to support him so it wasn't easy for the other Dukes either.

However, there was still an excited atmosphere as they did not let these things bother them too much and they drank later.

After 4 days of travel, beyond the horizon they saw a big port city unlike the city in the East Sea, the current was sunny and they had no problems at sea from the current weather. The name of the city is Pearl because its foundation is based on pearls harvested from the coast a long time ago by the ancestor of Marquis Ray.

It was a very large city and a thriving port with many Mercantile boats as well as fishing boats with Coastal guards patrolling the nearby area.

After watching the Morgan family flag, they were immediately allowed to land in the harbor and drop off their belongings in hangars and warehouses.

Upon arrival, the first thing Joseph ordered was to report to his family about his arrival through his people and let the others rest at a nearby bar.

Eva and the others first looked through the market while Joseph followed them waiting for the butler and his men to arrive by train.

While going to the market, Joseph introduced them to various specialties in Pearl City. The pearl and precious stone market was monopolized by Marquis Ray while the metals were plentiful and hence various families were given the rights to their mining and export.

The city is 7 times larger than the Eastern sea city and this shows how big the city of Pearl is growing.

After passing through the market, they returned to the bar where everyone rested. Then an old man who looked to be in his 70s came with Eric and greeted him. It seems they are waiting for their arrival. The old man was not very tall but was filled with energy as he greeted all of them. The parents' names were Phillip and Joseph's butler since he was young. He was used to handling all of Joseph's business dealings and advising him on certain situations. After the greetings, they all headed to the guest house that Phillip had prepared for them. After that they headed west of the city with a train prepared.