Chapter 47：Business Transformation

"Forget it, don't feel bad about it. It was my fault for arriving late this time. It's already commendable that you managed to keep the goods for me," Allen comforted Peter.

Of course, this wasn't entirely just to console him.

Allen had noticed Peter's progress during this period and was quite satisfied.

Peter had bought the goods from the Insect Valley tribe without asking Allen for a single penny.

He had gritted his teeth and insisted on paying for them himself.

The money he used was earned during this period, although it included the more than two hundred copper coins Allen had initially left for Peter.

But regardless, in the Red Cedar Country, where people's annual income is extremely low, the fact that Peter and Fisher had earned over a thousand copper coins in this period demonstrated their loyalty and competence.

No one would have thought that not long ago, these two youngsters were still struggling with hunger and lack of clothing.

"Tell me, how did you make money?" Allen asked, sitting in a vine chair and looking at the newly renovated base.

"It was all your idea, boss. You told us to pay attention to those orphaned beggars, so we used the money from fishing and delivering grilled fish to win over a group of little beggars who didn't want to beg forever."

Seeing Allen nod in approval, Peter continued, "These little guys, although they don't have much strength or combat ability, when there are many of them, they can walk the streets and alleys, and use the opportunity of delivering grilled fish to shops and stalls to gather information, which is very useful.

With these little guys, Fisher and I expanded the grilled fish business, and now the entire black market knows about a group of people who specialize in selling grilled fish. Of course, the most important thing is your guidance, boss, and the secret seasoning recipes for the grilled fish."

"You and Fisher have done very well. This is exactly how it should be done, starting from inconspicuous places, integrating here, and rooting here. Manage well, and it will be of great use in the future," Allen said with relief, pleased that Peter had not let him down.

Peter scratched his head in embarrassment at Allen's praise, while Fisher puffed out his chest, feeling proud.

"Boss, we were just about to ask for your permission to buy a permanent stall from the black market forces, or even open a shop. This way..."

Although Allen had already considered this, he patiently listened to Peter. A qualified leader must listen to the voices of his trusted subordinates.

"You've made a lot of progress during this period. Go ahead with it, I'll support you," Allen agreed to Peter's proposal.

Then he added, "But it's best to go all the way. Running a permanent shop, although it requires a large initial investment, has greater benefits. However, expanding the scale of the shop with just the two of you may not be enough manpower, and only selling grilled fish limits our business scope."

Allen pondered for a moment, "This time, I'll look for a medium-sized shop to take over. As for manpower, I'll send more people later. Regarding the business scope..."

Allen glanced at Peter and Fisher, who seemed to have something to say, "What are your thoughts?"

Peter couldn't hide anything from Allen and said directly, "Boss, can we do the spice business?"

Allen understood that someone must have asked Peter and Fisher for the grilled fish recipe and spices.

But on second thought, the grilled fish business was ultimately hard-earned money and not very prestigious.

Since they had already recruited a group of orphaned beggars from the black market, they might as well change their business model.

Open a shop selling fish and spices, let these little guys set up stalls selling grilled fish, and root themselves in every corner of the black market, serving as eyes and ears!

After the business transformation, it would be easier to connect with higher-level businesses and contacts.

Through the spice business, Allen could also use his expertise as a plant mage to gradually shift to selling pharmaceuticals, which was a highly profitable business.

Moreover, it would allow him to connect with top-tier people and more easily explore extraordinary and mystical information.

After several days of rushing, even with his strong body, Allen needed some rest.

That night, he didn't make any plans but found a treehouse to rest well.

The large-antlered deer was given to Peter by Allen with a wave of his hand.

This guy had worked hard for him in the black market of Bacha.

Back when they were in the forest patrol team, Peter had been very envious of the tall and majestic large-antlered deer.

Now, with Allen in control of all the resources of the estuary rainforest, giving his little brother some benefits was easy.

Who knows if the large-antlered deer was upset about being sold after following its master over mountains and rivers.

The captured woman was placed in a hidden spot near Allen's pharmaceutical room.

The temporary pharmaceutical banyan tree hollow had already been significantly improved by Allen.

After a restful night, Allen woke up early, feeling refreshed.

After a simple meal with Peter and Fisher, Allen briefly woke the female captive, fed her, and then put her back to sleep.

Allen had no extra energy now; the matters in the black market were more urgent.

Before entering the black market, Peter called all the members of the beggar gang to meet Allen.

Despite their small size, the thirty or so little beggars, only half as tall as adults, made quite a scene when they shouted their slogans together.

"Food from Boss Allen!"

"Clothes from Boss Allen!"

"Swear loyalty to Boss Allen!"

The simple and straightforward slogans were shouted in unison by these little guys.

Allen found it quite enjoyable.

For a moment, he felt like a general mobilizing his troops before a war!

It must be said that men are born creatures of power.

From a certain perspective, the increase in strength brings a sense of security, while power and beauty bring true satisfaction to men!

Allen inspected the team, gave a brief speech, and then ordered the team to set off.

For these little guys, who were poorly clothed and barely had enough to eat, actions spoke louder than words.

As the leader of a political entity and a violent group, if Allen wanted to truly lead this group, his orders and deterrence had to reach the most basic level of command.

In other words, Allen had to bypass Peter and Fisher this time and directly appoint these little beggars.

Of course, in such a simple and unstructured organization, Peter and Fisher wouldn't notice anything amiss.

After promoting five smart little beggars as team leaders, Allen clearly felt his prestige and control increase significantly.

After dispersing the little guys into the black market, Allen took Peter and Fisher to look for a suitable shop.

After several rounds, Allen finally settled on a shop in the miscellaneous goods market.

The place was crowded and inconspicuous, not as eye-catching as the timber market or fur market.

"Leave it to you to negotiate for this shop," Allen said, handing the task to Peter, also as a way to train his abilities.

By the afternoon, a parched Peter finally convinced the struggling shop owner to sell the shop.

Meanwhile, Allen had already left and was wandering the black market, searching for something.