The loan was nominally made to the Kingdom of Lordaeron, but they might not even have had time to warm the gold coins in their hands before paying them to the High Elves taking part in the construction. Patrick could also gradually change the High Elves' outlook, helping them understand the meaning of diligence.
The long-term benefits involved were impossible to calculate, and that was only the part concerning "money." Once diplomatic interests, national interests, and a whole host of other factors were included, where else could one find such a good deal?
As before, Patrick's subordinates wanted to make money, and Quel'Thalas was a kingdom of mages. Mages burned through money. Patrick's approach of using foreign aid to give the elves under him a way to earn money while developing his own country was certainly a first for Azeroth. It might even become a classic textbook case compiled by the Silvermoon Council's Commerce Department.
What did you think of this so-called aid? Patrick would have loved for the Tuskarr and Furbolgs to come take out loans too.
Moreover, unlike the aid offered by a certain country in his previous life, Patrick did not demand that Lordaeron change its political or financial systems. He spoke only of infrastructure and urban construction, greatly reducing the political concerns of other powers' political elites. Although this kind of influence was gentle, it was certainly the easiest way to win people over.
What was a win-win? You thought it meant that I won and you won, but in reality, it meant that I won twice.
Nagrand, the Throne of the Elements.
"There are two more." Agna brought her emotions back under control. Although she had been somewhat nervous before, she quickly suppressed it. "You've already received a great gift. Perhaps Gordawg and Eblius