"But I can decide and purchase the milk produced in your territory at a price of 8,000 Crowns per liter. What do you think?"
Hearing this price, Cao Xing squinted his eyes again.
You should know, the last purchase price from Hilton was only 7,000 Crowns per liter.
And this businessman is offering 8,000 Crowns!
With this calculation, he could earn an extra 100,000 Crowns for 100 liters of milk.
He really needed money now.
It’s hard to deny, Cao Xing was deeply tempted.
Seeing the expression on his face, Hilton knew Cao Xing was moved by the price.
He gritted his teeth and said directly: "Lord Cao Xing, although the last purchase price was sowhat low, we didn’t understand the market’s circumstances earlier."
"Now, I am willing to offer 8,500 Crowns per liter!"
Hearing Hilton increased the price by 500, a smile gradually erged at the corner of Cao Xing’s mouth.
Across, Jes calmly said, "Then I’ll offer 9,000."
Hilton was shocked instantly, seemingly not expecting Jes to offer such a high price.
After all, at this price, there’s not much profit to be made from a liter of milk.
Plus, there are transportation costs, and selling milk requires paying comrcial tax to the Baron or City Lord.
In the end, not much remains in their hands.
He looked at the other party with confusion.
Yet Jes remained composed.
Hesitation flashed in Hilton’s eyes, then he recalled how Cao Xing ntioned the milk production had increased severalfold earlier.
He seed to make a decision and said directly: "Lord Cao Xing, I will purchase at the price of 9,500 Crowns per liter!"
This number made Jes’s eyebrows twitch.
Clearly, this exceeded his financial limit.
But he still gritted his teeth and said, "In that case, I’ll offer 10,000!"
"Lord Hilton, are you going to raise your price?"
Even Hilton hesitated upon hearing this price.
anwhile, Jes appeared calm and composed; it was clear he was determined to win!
Because rlin City’s proximity to Cao Xing’s territory ans he could significantly reduce transportation costs.
Moreover, as the local influence in rlin City, Jes had extensive connections.
He could even reduce taxes a bit.
So, even at this purchase price, he could still profit.
It was apparent that both sides had reached their financial limits.
Now, it was up to Cao Xing’s decision.
They all watched the young lord eagerly, hoping he would choose to trade with them.
However, Hilton lacked confidence, as his bid clearly wasn’t advantageous.
Anyone reasonable would choose to trade with Jes.
What they did not know was that Cao Xing was already thrilled internally.
Both of their offers far exceeded his expectations.
This essentially ant he could earn nearly 300,000 Crowns more for 100 liters of milk.
Of course, these businessn might earn a bit less, but soon the milk production in Cao Xing’s territory would continue to rise.
With thin profits and large sales, they’d still make a lot of money.
Cao Xing pondered for a mont and then smiled, "Sorry Jes, I still choose to trade with Lord Hilton."
Upon hearing this, the businessman Jes froze, his confidence and composure vanishing.
Hilton seed like he heard the most unbelievable thing!
The disappointnt in his eyes was wiped away, replaced by imnse joy.
The face full of fat even made the small eyes open wide!
The businessman Jes next to him was baffled. He asked, "Why make this choice, Lord Cao Xing?"
"Our offer is higher than Hilton’s, and our transportation is more convenient. You can notify us to purchase milk anyti you need."
Cao Xing explained: "Hilton and I are old friends and have collaborated well several tis before."
"Additionally, he supported my territory during its early days. I value reciprocity."
"So, I must apologize, Mr. Jes."
Hearing this, the businessman paused for a mont, then a look of realization appeared in his eyes.
So that’s where he lost...
Hilton shot a resentful look at Hilton, seemingly surprised at how insightful this guy was to form a connection while the territory was still weak.
And next to him, Hilton was beyond touched.
He gratefully said, "Thank you, Lord Cao Xing, you are a noble person."
[Due to your words and actions, Black Lion Comrce: Hilton’s goodwill has increased, current goodwill: close]
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Cao Xing shook his head and then said, "Mr. Jes, let have soone see you off."
Hearing this, Jes knew that the lord was seeing them out.
Although he was a bit unwilling, he could also feel how formidable this territory was.
Even a random soldier could easily wipe out all the people he brought.
Here, he dared not act recklessly.
rchant Jes smiled and shook his head, saying, "If that’s the case, then I won’t impose any longer."
He sighed, turned with his n, and walked towards the tavern’s entrance.
At that mont, Cao Xing’s words reignited a glimr of hope in him.
"Mr. Jes, I might visit rlin City in the future. If there’s other business, we can discuss cooperation then."
Upon hearing this, the once dejected rchant’s eyes lit up with renewed ambition.
Despite Cao Xing’s words only being empty promises, the lord could capture so many sacred Cloud Yaks.
No one could say whether he might capture more fantastic creatures later on.
To these rchants, Cao Xing was like an invisible big client!
He quickly turned around and said excitedly, "Our Woodpecker Comrce headquarters are in rlin City, ready to welco Lord Cao Xing at any ti!"
He slightly bowed to Cao Xing.
Then he took his guards and left the territory.
Now in the tavern, only he and Hilton’s two groups remained.
Hilton, the old fellow, was extrely moved, "Lord Cao Xing, I really owe you thanks this ti!"
Cao Xing waved it off, "It’s nothing, Lord Hilton, as I said before, we’re old friends, the previous few cooperations were very pleasant."
"You offered a fair price, that’s why I chose to cooperate with you."
After hearing this, Hilton couldn’t help but recall the first ti he approached Cao Xing to buy Black Diamonds.
It was during that transaction that he decided to foster a good relationship with the lord, offering a very high purchase price.
He originally thought.
Perhaps in two or three years, or maybe seven or eight years, this lord might develop enough that he could aid him in trading across the Gale Snow Plain.
Unexpectedly, Cao Xing developed to such a great extent so quickly.
His heart was filled with mixed emotions.
Cao Xing, unaware of Hilton’s thoughts, directly said, "Now, let’s talk business."
"Lord Hilton, you’re here to purchase the second batch of Cloud Yak milk, right?"
Hilton nodded, "Yes, Lord Cao Xing, the batch of Yak milk I purchased from you last ti sold exceptionally well!"
"Two hundred liters sent to the city sold out quickly; those nobles and wealthy folks are willing to pay high prices, even supply couldn’t et demand."
"So I thought of coming today to purchase another batch."
Hearing this, Cao Xing also nodded.
"No problem."
"Coincidentally, my territory produced 300 liters of milk in the past few days, you can take it all."
Hearing this number, Hilton was taken aback.
This was much more than what he acquired last ti.
Moreover, according to Cao Xing, future milk production in this territory would increase more than threefold!
aning, they could produce at least 900 liters of milk per week?
Hilton’s breathing beca a bit rapid with excitent.
He exclaid, "Fantastic, Lord Cao Xing, I will co to your territory regularly every week to purchase!"
"However... about the price..."
Cao Xing smiled and said, "Let’s go with what I just ntioned, how about 9,500 Crowns per liter?"
Hilton bead with joy, "No problem!"
As previously ntioned, at this price, Hilton’s profit margins would shrink significantly.
But such is business, it’s all about give and take.
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