Before long, merchants began approaching Ross one after another.
They hoped to secure a larger share of the loans from Ross.
Though the interest rate was lower this time, the amount was greater, and the total profits it brought were even higher.
Moreover, since what was required was not Magic Stones but corresponding materials, this was even better news for many merchants.
It meant that the larger the loan share, the more materials they could sell.
It was a win-win deal. With profits flowing into every merchant's hands, the interest plus the profits from selling materials would let them earn at least forty percent.
For certain rare materials, especially those with opaque pricing, the profits could be even greater.
As the merchants made contact with Ross, he gradually divided up the shares.
As a seasoned merchant and the head of the Crimson Caravan Alliance, Ross understood human nature and these merchants all too well.
He even knew exactly how much wealth these merchants possessed, and could easily calculate how much each of them should lend Charles.
Days passed, and every merchant received a figure from Ross that satisfied them. They even sent Ross quite a few gifts, hoping to obtain a larger share for themselves.
Once the shares had been divided, more and more materials began arriving in Charles's territory through various channels.
Greenshade City.
It had originally been an ordinary city, but after Charles conquered it and made it the capital of his territory, it underwent enormous changes.
The most noticeable change was the military camp outside the city, which was constantly expanding.
At the same time, the resounding sounds of training and battle cries could be heard from within every day.
At regular intervals, new recruits were drafted and sent inside for training.
Meanwhile, soldiers who had