"I'm providing you with a business solution."
"Think about it, with our authorization, you can legitimately drive out merchant ships from other countries."
"The competition costs saved will be much more than a mere million gold coins."
"You can do the math, right?"
Beckett fell silent.
He realized that his own business logic was completely inadequate in front of this madman.
The other party clearly understood what monopoly and capital meant better than him.
"Alright, it seems you agree."
Roger patted his face.
"Gibbs, get him some paper and a pen. Tell him to write a letter home, saying he's doing well here, and the company has arranged new development projects for him. Tell them to quickly send over the first year's licensing fee."
"And by the way, tell them that if they don't pay on time, we'll tear up the ticket... ah, no, we'll terminate the cooperation."
After dealing with the two major clients, Roger felt refreshed.
He walked to the center of the deck, looking at the pirates who were still excited.
"Alright! Brothers!"
"The clients are settled, now it's our turn to boost performance!"
"Mr. Wang!"
Roger turned to the new employee who was still in a state of shock.
"As our East Asia Regional President, you must be very familiar with the local market, right?"
"Recommend a target for us... one with the most lucrative pickings."
Sam jolted, instinctively straightening his back.
He knew this was the boss testing his business capabilities.
He quickly scanned his mind, going through all the valuable places in this sea area worth plundering.
Finally, he settled on a name.
"Iwami Ginzan."
Sam's voice was a bit dry.
That was Japan's largest silver mine, said to account for one-third of the world's silver production at the time.
It had been mined for over four hundred years and was still not exhausted.
"Silver?"
Roger's eyes immediately lit up.
Gold coins could unlock technology, copper coins could strengthen crew members, and silver was the key to upgrading his precious treasure!
"Ding! Keyword 'Iwami Ginzan' detected! The optimal route for 'Asset Restructuring' has been automatically planned for you, along with a 'How to Friendly Negotiate with Mine Guards' beginner's tutorial, only 998 copper coins. Would the boss like a copy?"
"Get lost, I can do it myself!"
Roger cursed inwardly, but a warm smile appeared on his face.
"Excellent! Mr. Wang's suggestion is very constructive!"
"Comrades! Our next strategic objective is Iwami Ginzan!"
"We are going to help the local miners break free from the oppression of feudal lords and achieve financial freedom!"
"We are going to crack down on illegal resource extraction and protect the Earth's environment!"
The pirates listened with surging excitement.
"Roar! Protect the Earth!" Buck cheered, raising his arm.
"Are we going to rob silver?" Billy asked softly.
"Nonsense!" Buck glared at him.
"But you need a grand reason first!"
Roger was very satisfied.
Excellent, the corporate culture was already taking root.
"Mr. Wang, your first task is here."
Roger pointed to the distant sea.
"You and your men will return now, consolidate your former subordinates, and then wait for us near Iwami Ginzan."
"Be a good guide for us and prepare the way."
"If this project is handled well, your probation period will be shortened, and I'll give you shares."
Sam no longer wanted to ponder what shares meant.
He just nodded numbly, then, escorted by the "friendly" gazes of a group of pirates, boarded the newly repaired chinese cargo ship.
As the chinese cargo ship slowly sailed away, Sam looked back at the explorer, which resembled a steel behemoth, his heart a mix of emotions.
One era, it seemed, was truly coming to an end.
And another, even crazier, more lawless era, was just beginning.
"Alright! We've seen off our new colleague, so we can't be idle either!"
Roger turned and kicked open the door to the Captain's Cabin.
"Hector! Start the explorer for me! Full throttle!"
"Billy! Buck! Polish those four Gatling turrets for me! Keep them well-maintained!"
"Jack! You, stop snatching bananas from the monkey over there! Come and massage my legs!"
Roger lay sprawled on the captain's throne, his saber pointing east.
"Target, Japan, Iwami Ginzan!"
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