Chapter 217 - The Rich Quibble

There was a platform and a blackboard at the front of the assembly, and then some tables and chairs in front of that. It’s probably because there were so many attendees that the meeting room was arranged just like a school classroom.

When everyone was seated, the man who called out to everyone stood at the platform and spoke.

“Honorable friends, thank you for taking the time to come out here today. My name is Wanz, and I am the promoter of this event. I may be inexperienced, but I shall do my best to serve as the facilitator for today’s meeting.” [Wanz]

The man who named himself Wanz bowed and a round of applause welcomed him.

“Thank you. If I may cut to the chase, my friends, what do you think of the current state of the town’s public order?” [Wanz]

The reason he asked that question was to – aptly named – means that my store is equal yours, and that I possess equal wealth and income.

You think it’s because of my connection to the nobles? Because I’m a lucky brat? I don’t know how each one of you thinks of me — But don’t look down on me.

Even if fate did have a hand in it, just how strong are people with connections and wealth from their work? And just how important are those for business anyway? If you don’t understand, and if you still think I’m a coward for possessing those, then I suggest you give up on your business.” [Ryouma]

I dropped those words with a smile, but no one said anything.

I thought at least one would retort, but whatever.

“…Let’s go, Carm.” [Ryouma]

“Y-Yes!” [Carm]

Carm-san was also petrified, so I had to shake him awake.

After that we left the merchant guild.