Chapter 141: The Talks of the Top Brass of the Fortis Kingdom Before the Meeting Begins

Some time passed.

The predetermined time has finally arrived. This time is the time for the top officials of the Fortis Kingdom to hold a meeting to discuss the issue of reconstruction of the territory of the Kingdom of Alabasta. This meeting is different from previous meetings because not only the main officials who were present at the meeting this time but Nico Robin, Silver Rayleigh, and also Shakky participated in this meeting. Their participation in this meeting was to provide advice and input because they also knew Alabasta more than the higher-ups of the Fortis Kingdom.

At this time, all the top brass of the Fortis Kingdom have gathered in the meeting room with every seat to be occupied, there are already snacks that have been prepared because the meeting that will be held tonight is likely to last for quite a long time. For the bigwigs not to sleep in meetings, enough food has been prepared that can be eaten if they want to eat it.

"How is your work today?" Isshiki asked with a smile at Ikumi and Yoshino.

"There is not much to do today besides guarding the cows, feeding the cows, and also squeezing the milk owned by the cows" Ikumi replied calmly.

"Milk?" Nezuko asked, "Have the cows started providing milk?"

"Of course," Yoshino nodded vigorously, "The milk produced by the cows we get is also very much from every cow"

"So much?" Eina asked with interest, "How much milk does each cow produce? And where do you guys keep those milk?"

"Each cow has at least managed to produce as much as 45 liters of milk" Ikumi explained calmly, "Currently, only 100 cows have started to produce milk while the other 200 cows are still not. But it is estimated that tomorrow the cows will start to produce milk that can be consumed"

"45 liters?" Megumi was surprised to hear this, "Didn't it mean... Etto"

"4500 liters" Isshiki answered him calmly.

"That's right 4500 liters" Megumi immediately connected, "That's a lot. How can you guys hold so much milk?"

"That's still a small amount" Yoshino replied, "The milk storage area we have which is currently connected to a machine that helps in the absorption of milk can hold a large amount of milk... Etto. At least... How much can it accommodate, Ikumi?"

Ikumi sighed, "It can hold as much as 50 thousand liters of milk for each storage barrel" Ikumi paused for a while and continued, "Currently our department has 2 storage barrels which can store 100 thousand liters of milk. At least, for now, the milk produced by the cows can be stored in the storage barrel until the place to store it arrives"

"A cow that can already produce milk is at least 2 years old, isn't it?" Eina asked calmly, "Doesn't it mean that these cows can now be mated? Don't you guys have any plans to do it yet?"

"The plan to be mated is already in place" Ikumi nodded, "At present, it is still in the process of selection and also installation. It will take at least 1 week from now before it can be implemented."

"Is it that by the time the cows are mated, they can still produce milk?" Nezuko asked in confusion.

"Of course," Yoshino nodded vigorously, "Cows will have no obstacles in producing milk even if they are pregnant with babies. That's what makes them pretty special animals."

"Isshiki" Ikumi suddenly called, "Later when you have started harvesting, I hope you don't throw away the rice straw. That part will later be used as feed for cows. The nutrients of the rice plant, especially the hay part, are great for cows. I don't want you to throw it away when you can successfully harvest yours of rice"

"Take it easy" Isshiki replied, "I have also been told this by, Your Majesty. I won't throw it away and will directly store it in the storage warehouse for you guys to use"

"That's good" Ikumi nodded.

"When will the rice start harvesting, Isshiki?" Yoshino asked with interest.

"According to the estimated possibility that the first harvest will fall in April" Isshiki replied, "However, I am also still not sure when the rice will be ready to be harvested. It's also likely to be the next month. But, I hope that I can harvest soon so that my part has begun to be able to produce something"

"Have you guys determined what the price is for the sale of rice?" Ikumi asked.

"Sure" Eina nodded, "I think you two already know about price sharing too, don't you?"

"Yes. The price for the empire that builds cooperation with the one that is not more specifically the sale of the market to the general public" Ikumi nodded.

"For the rice itself, after having talks with your Majesty. The base selling price is 600 berries for each kilogram. As for the market price itself, we will take 700 berries for each kilogram" Eina replied calmly.

"What is the general market price?" Ikumi asked back.

"About 750 berries to 850 berries. It depends on the location" Eina replied.

"So" Ikumi nodded, "That price is pretty good, and also by selling it cheaply, our goods will be sold very easily"

"What about you guys, Ikumi, Yoshino?" Megumi asked, "What is the set price for cow's milk?"

"The cost of goods for each liter of cow's milk is set at 200 berries. As for the market price, it will be priced at 250 berries" Ikumi replied, "The general market price itself is at the price of 300 berries and can increase up to 350 berries depending on the location is the same as your case"

"I don't think it's just our case that's like that" Nezuko said, "But, every region where if the goods are a step. The price will also rise quite high"

They all nodded.

"What about the price of meat? Have you guys determined the price for beef?" Isshiki asked.

"Sure" Yoshino nodded, "We set the price for every 100 grams which for the cost of goods is 900 berries while for the market price it is about 1100 berries"

The talks conducted by the top brass of the Department of Animal Husbandry and the Ministry of Agriculture continued. While the bigwigs of the two departments were talking, the bigwigs of the Finance Department and the Intelligence Department were also currently in talks.

"You won't refuse this request for funds anymore, will you?" Hashirama asked with a grin.

"At least you are currently applying for funds with common sense, Hashirama," Kaguya said calmly, "Before that, who exactly gave you this idea? Is this your idea? Or an idea from someone else?"

"This is the idea of your Majesty"

"Your Majesty?" Kaguya asked with a weird face, "Are you serious?"

"I'm not kidding," Hashirama said, raising both hands, "Your Excellency said it to me. Your Majesty said that I can build a house in my territory according to the number of members who will later be recruited by my department and then apply to you for funds to buy the facilities."

Kaguya immediately looked at Hashirama strangely.

"Why with that look of yours? Is there anything strange?"

"Of course, stupid" Kaguya sighed, "Your Majesty only asked you to build a house according to the number of your members. But he doesn't ask you to apply for such a large amount of funds."

"Hm?" Hashirama instantly fell silent at this, "Is that right? Hahaha... I guess I'm the wrong one"

"At least before you do anything, especially regarding the funding request. Think about it carefully, Hashirama. Lest your actions will only harm the kingdom"

"Hahaha... Don't worry" Hashirama said with an embarrassed smile, "I will pay attention to it from now on. Well, now it's not a problem with my application for funds, right?"

"All right. You calculate how much funds are needed and then apply them to me. Later I will prepare everything"

"Awesome" Hashirama said excitedly: "I will do it immediately after this meeting."

"How are you preparing for tomorrow, Rin?" Lowellmina asked calmly.

"Everything is ready," Rin said, "It's just necessary to go and start doing recruitment tomorrow. By the way, you will come with us, aren't you?"

"Sure" Lowellmina nodded, "We will carry out activities in other kingdoms. Although the Prodance Empire has established a cooperative relationship with us. Still, surely I have to be there"

"I see" Rin nodded and continued, "By the way, you are quite awesome at building this reconstruction proposal to the point of being accepted by the Alabasta Kingdom side. If this activity goes smoothly. At least every month there will be a fund of 10 to 20 billion berries that goes into our royal fund through their kingdom"

"You don't need to praise me" Lowellmina smiled, "I only developed an idea built by your Majesty before related to his desire to establish a cooperative relationship with the Kingdom of Alabasta"

"You don't have to feel so inferior, Lowa" Rin said, "Oh, yes. By the way, Where is the fool? Why hasn't he arrived yet?" Rin asked strangely as she looked around him.

"I'm also quite curious. Where is your Majesty?" Lowellmina asked in confusion, "Usually if we've gotten together, he's also come"

"Did the fool forget this meeting?" Rin asked with an annoyed face.

"I don't think that's possible, Rin" Lowellmina shook her head, "There must be something to be done by her at this time. Because your Majesty can't forget this important meeting. Likely, at this time he is still talking to King Prodance since King Prodance is also right here"

"Hmph!" Rin sniffed, "Just look at it! If it comes to the fool forgetting about this meeting. Just wait, he won't let me sleep in his house tonight"

"You don't need to be so, Robin," Shiina said with a gentle smile, "This meeting itself is just like a meeting in general. There is nothing you need to worry about"

"Although you said this, Shiina" Robin sighed, "However, at this time I am around a very influential person in this world. How could it be possible not to feel nervous? Most important... I'm afraid I can't contribute to this meeting"

"Don't be afraid. We won't laugh at you or do anything if you do the wrong thing. All you need to do is be yourself and do the best you can. We will of course still appreciate it even if you are wrong"

Robin took a deep breath then her previous nervous feeling calmed down, "Thank you for your help, Shiina. That's very helpful"

"You're welcome" Shiina smiled.

"It's hard to believe that I can participate in such an important meeting" Shakky exclaimed calmly looking at the entire Fortis Empire bigwigs who were currently talking to each other, "Every one of them has the ability and also the skills that are superior in their field. This kingdom will become a very terrifying empire in the future"

"Don't it be in the future" Rayleigh said, "Just at this time, at the time of the development period. This empire is already the number one empire in this world, let alone in the future. I believe that none of the groups dare to do anything against this kingdom"

"I think so too" Shakky nodded, "By the way, how was your trip just now?"

"Hahahaha... The trip was very interesting" Rayleigh said excitedly, "I met a lot of old friends there."

"A lot? Isn't it just Whitebeard who is there?" Shakky asked, raising her forehead.

"No" Rayleigh shook his head, "In addition to Newgate, there are also others. Garp was there too."

"Garp?" Shakky asked with a weird face, "How could he be there? Didn't Whitebeard drive him away?"

"How could Whitebeard drive him away? While Garp made a reasonable excuse by making Ace the reason" Rayleigh said casually.

"Ace as the reason? Ah, I see. Ace is Garp's Grandson. Although it's just an adopted grandson. However, that's enough" Shakky said calmly, "But, it's quite funny to think a navy is partying with you guys with Garp who has a very high status. Doesn't the old man pay attention to his image?"

"We're talking about Garp here," Rayleigh said, "The old man wouldn't pay attention to such stupid things."

Simultaneously footsteps were walking inside the meeting room, "Ahah, I'm sorry for being late"

"You are so late, Your Majesty" Rin said sullenly, hugging her arms in both arms.

"It's rare for you to make such an action, Your Majesty" Gin said calmly, "Is there something going on?"

"No, no" Ars waved his hand casually, "At the time of coming here, I happened to meet the King of Prodance and also Dagama. We engaged in several conversations at that time to the point of forgetting the time. I apologize once again for keeping you guys waiting"

"No need to worry, Your Majesty," Kaguya said calmly, "We haven't waited too long either and also happened to be able to get time to have some talks with others"

"Really?" Ars asked, raising his forehead.

Everyone nodded.

"They respect him" Shakky muttered softly.

"He is a King worthy of respect, Shakky," Rayleigh said calmly, "The way he interacts with his subordinates is not like the interaction between superiors and subordinates. Their interaction was almost like a friendship. I'm sure if it weren't for the status issues they had or the hours worked. If they are involved in talks or are making time together. They're going to be like a friend"

Shakky stared closely at the Ars who was in front of the stage, "I think so too"

"Well, in that case, please take your place. Tonight's talk will be quite long and I hope every one of you has prepared enough energy" Ars said, "There is enough food that has been prepared. Anyone who wants to eat in this meeting is being siphoned off. However, please do not sleep. If you are already sleepy, please volunteer. I'm not going to make a big deal out of that."

"We get it"

Everyone nodded.

Although they say so. However, they naturally did not dare to do so. Although Ars allowed it. Because it concerns the self-esteem they have. Especially for people with high self-esteem like Kojiro who is unlikely he will do so. Because he knows, as long as he does this. A full mockery of Jouichirou was already waiting for him.

Everyone directly took their seats. All of them went to their respective positions that they usually occupy. As for Rayleigh and Shakky, the two sat in a seat close to Hashirama while for Robin to be beside Shiina.

"All right. Because everything is present and ready. Let's start a meeting to discuss the reconstruction plan of the Kingdom of Alabasta"