The influx of large numbers of outsiders not only solved Snow Moon Port's labor shortage but also boosted New Moon Port's economy.
Lord Hudson's workers, whose food and lodging were covered, truly did not have much purchasing power, but they brought life to the place. With people constantly coming and going every day, the streets grew more prosperous as well. Even false prosperity was still prosperity; at the very least, shops in the city became much easier to rent out.
Taking advantage of this opportunity, the Ministry of Commerce wrapped up most of its loss-making
"How could it be this expensive?"
Count Pierce could not help but demand as he looked at the quotation list in his hand.
One did not know until one looked, but once he did, he was shocked. The prices listed had increased by at least double compared to before, while some supplies had risen severalfold.
"Your Excellency, these prices are already considered cheap. To be honest, ever since word spread that the investigation team would soon arrive, the prices of all strategic supplies have been rising rapidly.
"If you need them, you should place your order quickly. Prices here are adjusted three times a day. If you do not order now, the price may be completely different by this afternoon.
"We are only offering you this price because we had such a pleasant cooperation before. Otherwise, even if you had money, you would not be able to buy anything right now!"
The middle-aged man's words nearly angered Count Pierce to death. Just five days ago, he had been selling off a batch of strategic supplies here.
Compared to the current selling prices on the list, the overall difference was more than fivefold. If they looked further back, the price gap for strategic supplies would have