I Became the Younger Brother of the Female Protagonist in the Novel

– Yes, I know.

Those in charge of writing the contract will have heavy responsibility and obligations, but they will also be rewarded accordingly. A high enough pay to put their displeasure to rest.

And the auction items I’m going to register won’t be enough with one or two people in charge… … .

“About five of the staff to be placed at the reception desk are golden masters… … No, attach it to me.”

-All, five people? But isn’t that too much… … .

Albert was concerned that the efficiency of his work would decrease.

But I was still wondering if five would be enough.

“I intend to register that many things. So don’t worry and give me at least five people. And at the start of the auction, bring in two or three people to act as attendants.”

– He said he would come by… … .

“There are guys like windcats. Guys who deliberately charge a high amount for a subject they have no intention of buying. Most of those guys are from the auction house… … . Try planting a few of us.”

-… … All right.

It was a kind of fraudulent act, but it should be prevented from being sold at too low a price.

Albert nodded, and I added a finger.

“and… … There is one thing I want to try.”

-yes? which… … .

Chapter 94

94. Manned (1)

January 1, 1253 on the continental calendar.

The capital of the Labadian Empire, Eileed.

Numerous wagons began to enter the huge palace rising towards the sky.

Spectacular party to celebrate the new year.

When the music started playing, the nobles quietly moved to the center of the party with their partners.

and… … .

“Heh heh, long time no see.”

Middle-aged nobles having a conversation on the outskirts of the party.

“Oh, come to think of it, the Ardennes Auction House has prepared an event called a lottery.”

“Raffle… … You mean?”

“Before attending the auction, after choosing 6 numbers from 1 to 50, they said they pay 30 Dong and receive a lottery.”

“Hoo? So?”

“I heard that a lottery is held during the auction and prizes are given to the winners. You can purchase multiple lottery tickets, but the odds of winning are pretty low.”

“Hmm, it’s kind of like a gamble. But what is that prize?”

“Well, there are many different types… … . It is said to be worth hundreds of gold coins.”

“Huh… … . Are you really giving away those things as prizes?”

“The details will only become clear after the Ardennes auction house opens.”

Nobles showed high interest in the newly emerging Ardennes auction house.

And when Ryard heard the news, he went straight to Keynes.

“Hey~”

Ryard put his right arm on Kayneth’s shoulder.

“… … Long time no see.”

“Yeah, it’s been a while. You were thinking of something more fun than that, right?”

“What are you talking about… … .”

“It’s the auction house. I heard that the Ardennes auction house gives out prizes through a lottery? And prizes worth hundreds of gold coins.”

“Yeah, what… … . It was an attempt to get some attention.”

“Then, what if one person buys multiple lottery tickets with winning numbers written on them? Plus, the possibility of counterfeiting… … .”

“We have already dealt with counterfeiting to some extent. and… … There may be multiple winners, so you should prepare plenty of prizes.”

Measures related to forgery and duplication of lottery papers have already been taken through magic tools.

Also, I was thinking of preparing about 5-10 prizes in case there are multiple winners.

Honestly, the odds of getting all 6 numbers out of 1-50 are… … .

“It must be said that there are very few.”

“… … If so, wouldn’t that be a big deal?”

“Nevertheless, if there is even one winner… … . That one person will receive prizes worth hundreds of gold coins for just 30 copper coins. As the purchase price of the lottery paper is cheap, we expect that there will be quite a few people who will take on the challenge for fun.”

“Hmm, it certainly could be.”

Ryard nodded his head in agreement with Kayneth’s explanation.

Prizes worth hundreds of gold coins. The news was enough to attract customers’ attention.

One might say, ‘Hey, how do you get all these numbers right?’, but if the name of the Ardennes Auction House ever entered his mind, it would be a successful PR in its own right.

And as soon as even one winner comes out, the name of the Ardennes auction house will be engraved in the minds of many people.

“Rather than that, how is the lottery going?”

“Ah, if that’s the case… … Even His Majesty the Emperor said it was not a bad idea. However, a new law should be enacted to limit it to some extent. Considering the problems that will arise… … . In any case, as soon as the law is enacted, the project will be promoted as a joint venture between Gold Rush and Arden.”

“Yes, thank you.”

Although the idea was provided, the lottery is an issue that can cause social problems if one foot is misplaced. You can buy a lottery ticket with all your money, aiming for a quick get-rich-quick.

In addition, since TV and Internet did not exist, there was a possibility of various frauds occurring during the number lottery process.

so that… … .

“As you said, after holding a public lottery at the central plaza, the number will be announced in all cities in Korea. And lottery tickets should be limited to five per person. Of course, you should be very careful about counterfeiting and duplication of lottery tickets, but… … .”

If a winning lottery ticket is brought to a domestic lottery ticket sales outlet by the limited time limit, the amount will be divided and paid out according to the number of recipients after a few days.

Of course, if there is only one winner, he may be able to take all the winnings alone.

“Anyway… … Considering the population of the empire, you should be able to expect significant returns.”

“And you mean to use some of the proceeds for welfare for the poor?”

“Yes, then it will definitely improve the image of the imperial family.”

The amount of the lottery ticket is 1 Dong per ticket. Considering the fact that the population of the empire is 500 million, even if only 10% of the buyers are, a profit of at least 5,000 gold coins is made.

The profit if 50 million people, 10% of the population, bought one lottery ticket every week. If it were a month, it would probably easily exceed 20,000 gold coins.

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And assuming that 10% of the population buys 5 copies… … Even 100,000 gold coins in monthly sales is not impossible.

“Of course, you should expect some loss in the beginning. If you calculate the incidental costs such as publicity for the lottery, rental cost of the store building, labor cost, production of lottery ticket paper… … It will cost a lot of money. But it also means that it can create jobs. And if Ardennes’ forecast is correct, the deficit will surely be covered in 2-3 months. And in the long run… … As I said, it will make a huge profit.”

For that, the first winner was needed.

A commoner who gets hundreds of gold coins overnight.

If the story of his life reversal were published through newspapers, surely many commoners would be interested.

“By national law, the number of lottery tickets that can be purchased per week is limited to five, so it can be seen that few people get into trouble with lottery tickets.”

And the only people who can buy a lottery ticket are those who have an ID card.

When purchasing a lottery ticket, the idea was to set a limit so that the lottery ticket would not be sold unless an identification card was presented.

“The only people who have ID cards are those who have gone through a coming-of-age ceremony… … .”

“Yes, as you said, there will be some restrictions. Organize that part into a report later and send it to me. I have no intention of working here.”

“Yes, I understand. Then, even tomorrow, I will write a report right away and send it to you.”

For Keynes, I could have sent the report right away, even tonight, because I just had to organize the report that Albert sent me and send it to him.

On the other hand, Ryard shook his head and made a disgusted expression.

“Haa, having ‘competent’ subordinates is quite annoying.”

Lyard let out a sigh as if grumbling.

However, from Keynes’ idea, the royal family discovered a business item that could expect profits worth tens of thousands of gold coins every month.

Of course, Arden will take a certain percentage, but even so, you can expect more than 1,000 to 2,000 gold coins.

“ha ha ha… … .”

Kayneth laughed bitterly at Ryard’s sigh.

Thoughts that were possible because knowledge on Earth existed. I just used my memory, not my creativity.

That’s why Kayneth couldn’t help but feel a subtle feeling at Lyard’s expression of being competent.

“By the way, did you say hello to your fiancee?”

“We are not yet engaged, but… … .”

“Is it? If so, correct the question. Did you say hello to your ex-fiancee?”

Ryard corrects the question right away.

That’s right, I just went from ‘fiancee’ to ‘ex-fiancee’.

At his question, Kayneth let out a small sigh and shook his head.

“Not yet. I received all sorts of questions about the Ardennes Auction House from other nobles until Your Highness spoke to me. I never had a chance to approach it. No, I should say that Her Highness blocked even the long-awaited opportunity.”

“hahahaha, I’m so sorry about that. Well then, let’s go. I guess I’m waiting… … .”

Ryard nodded, and Keynes turned to look at Elizabeth.

Could she have been waiting for an opportunity to reach out to Keynes? Her hesitant gaze met Kayneth’s.

Took.

“Go see.”

Ryard shoved his shoulder lightly.

Thanks to this, Keynes was able to make time alone with Elizabeth, and some aristocrats who watched it began to stir up rumors of their re-engagement.

and… … .

again.

Neris, who was about to approach Kayneth, stopped.

While watching Kayneth and Elizabeth from a distance of 10 to 20 meters, she bit her lip and turned her head away from rumors of a re-engagement hearing around her.

‘Certainly, Lady Elizabeth is cute. still… … .’

Katarina’s rival has already disappeared. She was already on her way to a new love named Jade. You can guess the rough part just by seeing him bring him to the party as a partner.

In addition, rumors that the two had started dating were leaking from the academy as well.

“… … After all, Katarina becomes the heir to the family. I really envy you.”

The existence of the eldest son and eldest daughter was always the object of envy.

Of course, you will have heavy responsibilities and obligations, but you will be able to be confident and predictable for the future.

But the second son and the second daughter, the third son and the third daughter, etc. Children who were pushed out of the heirs had to maintain their position through marriage, and if marriage was impossible, they had to live by entrusting themselves to the main family.

Of course, there are rare aristocrats who depend on the main family, but most of them have been alienated whenever they attend social gatherings and official parties, and have no choice but to receive negative attention.

A society that has already created such a frame of mind.

And the young aristocrats, who have grown up adapting to it, set out to find their future partners while attending the academy.

It is safe to say that the place of education has become a place to find a future partner.

and… … .

“… … Do I really have to give up?”

The count’s second daughter, Neris.

There were numerous youngsiks who wanted to have a relationship with her.

Among them, there were many heirs who would inherit the family.

Neris passed the time by conversing with the spirits who approached him, averting his gaze from his first love, who spoke affectionately with Elizabeth.

‘Yes, because these are also people with upright personalities and promising futures. I’m sure if you meet these people, you’ll forget your feelings about them.’

Like a woman who has suffered a heartbreak like that, she was the one who soothed her heart.

On the other hand… … .

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“Why are you with a girl like that… … .”

Unlike Neris, who was willing to give up, some of the young ladies gave Elizabeth a look full of jealousy.

Currently, Keynes had a fan club that he didn’t even know he had.

Originally, he was the one who forged friendship with the ladies for the purpose of expanding personal connections and responding to customers. As for how that worked, a club in the form of a fan club was created at the academy centered around students who had a strong crush on Kayneth.

“… … Lady Elizabeth is a woman who does not suit Kaynes-sama.”

“More than that, I thought you were trying to monopolize Kaynes-sama… … . Such an outrageous thing!”

Overflowing with envy and envy, they glared fiercely at the direction of the terrace, biting their nails.

At the time when the party slowly began to ripen, Kayneth moved to the center of the party while escorting Elizabeth.

Chapter 95

95. Manned (2)

Kayneth and Elizabeth dance while holding hands.

“I was really happy today.”

“… … Didn’t do anything except talk for about 30 minutes?”

“Yeah, but just having a conversation with Kayneth made me happy and happy.”

Elizabeth answered with blushing cheeks and a shy expression.

Seeing her like that, Keynes smiled warmly.

“It was fun and happy with just 30 minutes of conversation… … . Then, what do you plan to do after entering the academy? I wanted to enjoy dating every day if possible.”

She is very different from the original Elizabeth.

She, who gave off a hard yet firm feeling in her writings, has now become a girl.

Keynes could no longer see her as a character in a novel.

‘After marrying Elizabeth and starting a family, I spent the rest of my life finishing it… … No, I want to live as long as possible, so the part about lifespan… … Let’s ask after we get married.’

Most men and women will have the desire to maintain their youth in their 20s.

And in the case of Keynes, youth is also youth, but the human life cycle felt too short.

An early death in a previous life is probably the biggest cause.

‘I want to live at least 150 years… … . Then, will I be able to see my grandson’s children getting married?’

Keynes and Elizabeth escaped to the outskirts of the party and had a good time.

And when the stories about the academy were mentioned, her face hardened slightly.

“… … Discrimination and conflict exist even within the academy.”

At her murmur, Kayneth couldn’t help but laugh bitterly.

“That part… … It must have been unavoidable.”