New business plans

After his conversation with Lady Olenna in her study, the young man decided to return to the tavern. On the way, as he crossed one of the main gardens, he met a young lady accompanied by her maids.

Ethan smiled as he saw Margaery in the gardens of Tyrell Castle. He approached her elegantly and greeted her politely. "Lady Margaery, it is a pleasure to see you again. How have you been since our last meeting?"

Margaery smiled back, her face lighting up with the kindness of her expression. "I'm fine, largely thanks to your brave intervention. I must say that you are making a great impression on my family, especially my grandmother. How was your meeting with her?"

Ethan shared some details of his visit to Lady Olenna and how he had introduced her to his alcohol. "I think she was satisfied with the sample I brought her. I hope business goes well here in Highgarden. She also granted me some land as a gesture of gratitude."

Margaery nodded approvingly. "I am sure that you will be successful in your endeavors. You are a talented and determined man. As for your future plans in this city, what do you have in mind?"

Ethan responded with a smile as he pondered his future. "Right now, I am focused on my business, but I am also considering expanding into other sectors, such as the textile industry or blacksmithing. I want my house to stand out for more than just sword skill."

Margaery, a little surprised by his ambition and versatility, she sincerely offered her help. "You seem like a man of many talents, Ethan. Don't hesitate to reach out to us if you need support or advice. We're willing to help you with whatever you need."

Ethan nodded gratefully. "I greatly appreciate your kindness, Lady Margaery. It is comforting to know that I have your support."

Margaery continued curiously. "It's interesting, considering your sword skills, I thought you might aspire to become a knight. Isn't that right?"

Ethan pondered for a moment before answering truthfully. "The art of the sword is something that I value deeply and have trained for a long time. While it is important to be a skilled swordsman, I also aspire to achieve more than that. My goal is to strengthen the position of my house in various areas, not only in the fight. I think there are many ways to serve my house and the community.

Margaery nodded in respect for his words. "You are a man of vision, Ethan. I hope you achieve all your goals. I wish you the best of luck."

With a shared smile, they said goodbye in the beautiful gardens of Highgarden Castle, leaving in the air the promise of future meetings and collaborations.

Ethan returned to the tavern where he met up with his group. He wanted to know how the alcohol negotiations had gone and if there had been any significant progress in his business. Sitting around a table, they shared their experiences and results.

Leandro, with his honest attitude, was the first to speak. "The taverns I went to showed great interest in our alcohol. Some of them immediately accepted our offer, and others are willing to give it a try. It looks like we're off to a good start here in Highgarden.".

Dario, always neutral in his opinion, added: "Yes, it seems that there is a market for our product. The taverns are willing to pay a fair price for the quality we offer. This could be very beneficial for us."

Elara, the quietest of the group, nodded and commented, "I agree. The quality of our alcohol seems to be appreciated by customers and tavern owners alike. If we continue like this, we could gain a good reputation in the city."

Sigrid, a cold man of few words, remained silent, listening to the others.

Ethan smiled satisfied with the news. "I'm glad to hear things are going well. Over time, our business could expand even further. Now, let's focus on continuing to provide a high-quality product and stay alert for opportunities that may arise."

"Now that I have more land thanks to the Tyrells and I want to dedicate half of it to the fruit plantation to continue with the production of alcohol. Dario from now on you will be responsible for running this business. You know the process already so it will not be too much complicated for you." - Ethan explained.

Dario, surprised but honored by Ethan's trust, nodded and replied, "I understand, Ethan. I am willing to take on the responsibility of overseeing the alcohol business. I will do everything I can to make it a success and will keep you informed of any important developments." ".

"I will start several businesses, the first thing I want to do is create a textile factory, I have certain ideas and ways of weaving that could be very lucrative."

Leandro, always willing to work hard, was interested in the new project. "If you need help with the textile factory, Ethan, I'd be happy to participate. Just tell me what you need and I'll be there."

Elara, although still the most reserved, nodded in support. "I am sure that with everyone's dedication, we will be successful in these new projects. Tell me how I can help."

Ethan continued, "Perfect. Elara, I want you to research possible locations for the textile factory and examine customer demand and preferences in this area. We may need to travel to other cities to investigate further."

Elara, ready to take on the task from her, nodded. "I will, Ethan. I will investigate thoroughly and provide you with the information you need to make informed decisions."

Turning to Leandro and Sigrid, Ethan said: "Leandro and Sigrid, as our most skilled men in combat, I want you to oversee our security and make sure that our business does not have problems with gangs or any type of threat. Several people will have to be recruited more to form a security team."