Firearms in a Fantasy World

Chapter 152: Andrew

Translator: Cinder Translations

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"Baron Abbott, these 'canned goods' are indeed what the Kingdom's army needs."

Viscount William's complexion had improved significantly since their first meeting.

"So, how are they made?"

Naturally, it would be best if he had control over such things.

Hansel wore a somewhat apologetic expression.

"I'm sorry, my lord Viscount, I don't know how the canned goods are made either. The inventor and producer of canned goods is Earl Paul Grayman of Alden in the Northwest Bay. He simply commissioned me, as a royal commissioner, to promote this processed food to the Kingdom's army, but he didn't mention a word about how they are made."

Viscount William shook his head repeatedly. "That's truly regrettable, very regrettable. Earl Grayman should have directly offered the production method to the royal court. These local lords, what has become of their loyalty to King Rodney I's legacy? Have they forgotten their ancestors' oaths?"

In truth, what truly disappointed the Viscount was that the other party was a feudal aristocrat, moreover an Earl, making it difficult to forcibly acquire the canned goods production method, especially during this sensitive time of lordly rebellions in the South Marches.

Hansel thought to himself, bitterly: The original oath didn't say that lords had to obediently hand over whatever caught the royal family's eye.

Viscount William continued, "Baron Abbott, please convey to Earl Grayman that if he can offer the production method for canned goods, His Majesty the King will surely reward him generously."

"I will definitely relay this to Earl Grayman."

Hansel promised verbally but thought to himself: Since when can a quartermaster make decisions for His Majesty the King? Moreover, what use is such an empty promise?

"So, the Kingdom's army is interested in these military rations?"

"Interested? Certainly."

The Viscount rolled his eyes.

"But I wonder how large the production capacity of these canned goods is? Once the military decides to procure them, it won't be in small quantities."

Hansel replied somewhat nervously, "Um... to be honest, the current production of canned goods is still relatively low. However, please don't worry; Earl Grayman is expanding his canned goods factory on his estate. By February next year at the latest, he will be able to supply the Kingdom's army on a large scale, steadily and continuously."

I hope those merchants mobilized by Grayman will be effective, Hansel prayed silently.

After stroking his chin for a moment, Viscount William said, "Then let's discuss long-term procurement after he can produce them in large quantities. However, you can provide us with a small quantity of canned goods first for the troops to taste."

Hansel stood up and bowed to him.

"Thank you, my lord Viscount. I will send you another batch of canned goods. When I return to the Northwest, I will ensure they prioritize production and shipment to the capital. Earl Grayman remains loyal to His Majesty the King. This time, I am bringing back a batch of grain as a gift to His Majesty. If the Kingdom's army can purchase canned goods in large quantities, Earl Grayman will surely offer a very low wholesale price."

Viscount William nodded. "Hmm! Let's hope so. However, I must clarify one thing with you first."

"Please, my lord Viscount."