Pirates born to be kings

For the world of One Piece, such a civilization is very different. An island is like an independent world. What limits the development of Drum Island is its population. .biquge

Cigu Island has excellent medical technology, top-notch navigation submarines, and a group of citizens who are willing to work together.

Cigu Island also has a harsh living environment. The ferocious Labang, the snow that never melts all year round, the many bare peaks, and the food that must be imported to meet the demand all tell the story of the barrenness and hardship of this place. After the previous few Even Valpo found it incredible that the king's efforts could develop a winter island to such an extent.

The population that this island can afford is approaching its limit.

But even with this extreme population, there are only a handful of 50!

What kind of concept is this? Valpo remembers reading the population death report of China in a certain year when he was on Earth. It said that more than 2 people died in China every day. If it were replaced by the Drum Kingdom, all people would die in 25 days. , less than a month!

Population is both a burden and a potential. Only with a huge population base can we draw a blueprint for it. Now in the Drum Kingdom, building the rock houses of the Warm Winter Plan requires a lot of labor. Dalton's escorts are used to maintain security and shipyards. Reopening will require absorbing large numbers of workers, not to mention the numerous people employed in the medical industry.

In addition, industries such as catering, transportation, sanitation, navigation, leatherworking, etc. that Valpo has never paid attention to will also occupy a large part of the population. There is indeed no more population to convert.

It would be less than eight years before Luffy went to sea. Even if fertility was encouraged now, by the time the first batch of babies had grown up, it would already be too late.

Valpo hit the throne unconsciously with his fingers, and the three ministers bowed their heads in silence. Dalton also realized that he was reckless, but he was a little surprised why Chromamon always looked at him hatefully. Is he really still angry?

Valpo didn't stop thinking. To say what advantage he had over the three of them, maybe it was the 'prophet' and general understanding of the entire world brought about by roughly knowing the plot of One Piece before traveling through time.

Jace is forward-looking, but he rarely leaves the Drum Kingdom throughout his life, and he has no idea that Luffy has turned the whole world upside down since he went to sea. The World Government no longer has authority, and Whitebeard has also ceased to be the strongest man. , turned into a legend.

Since the country's population is not enough, we can only find solutions elsewhere.

Introduce talents, plunder other countries, establish colonies, and - buy slaves.

The introduction of talents is slow to produce results and takes a long time.

Looting other countries, well, I guess I can't beat them.

When establishing a colony, there are indeed many unclaimed lands along the Grand Line, such as small gardens and whiskey peaks. If they are to be developed, a large amount of manpower and material resources must also be invested.

Buying slaves... It seems that there is no other trouble except that it requires a lot of baileys.

So, it is true that Bailey is not omnipotent, but without Bailey, nothing is impossible?

This will also cost a huge amount. The extra population means more food, housing, and even wages.

Valpo stopped tapping his fingers, and the three ministers looked at each other and looked up at the king in tacit understanding.

Valpo did not omit the previous methods because he was inclined to buy slaves, and said them all together, "Which one do you think is suitable, or if you have other plans, you can also propose them."

Dalton opened his mouth and stood still with self-awareness.

Cromarimon proposed, "Your Majesty, there is no conflict between introducing talents and purchasing slaves. It can be done for a long time, but it needs to be targeted, must be in line with the development of the kingdom, or it must be an urgently needed talent."

Valpo nodded, "Of course, you can discuss this later and show it to the king. What about you, Jace?"

Jess pondered for a moment and asked, "Your Majesty, are you a little anxious? With the current development of the Ciggu Kingdom, in just 10 years, I am confident that the national power can be doubled or even more. You are still prosperous and there is no need to fight." For a while, this will consume the potential of the kingdom." He now has mixed feelings in his heart. It is a good thing that His Majesty the King is willing to revitalize the kingdom, but as the chief of staff, he has the obligation to put forward his own suggestions for every national policy, including prevention.

"Indeed." Valpo hesitated, but still could not tell the future he predicted. This fact was difficult to explain. He could only say, "But I can't wait. The plan to purchase slaves must be implemented." He thought for a while and said , "Let's use this king's own funds and use 30 billion beli to buy slaves. You can also draw up a list to see what the country lacks, including men, women, children, and you can also add A small amount of technical talent.”

Perhaps because of Bailey's origin, or perhaps because of Valpo's strong will, Jace bowed and said without any further persuasion, "Your will will be carried out."

"Huh, okay." Valpo asked, "Since it's passed, where can I buy slaves?" He did know that there was an auction house on the Chambord Islands where slaves were auctioned, but the price of this kind of bidding was always based on quantity. It's a little high, and transportation back and forth is extremely inconvenient.

Jace straightened up and said, "The most famous slave selling place can only be the 'Human Auction Hall' in Gr1 of the Chambord Islands."

As expected, Valpo frowned slightly, but heard Jace say again, "But we are different. We are a franchised country. If you just need slaves, there are better ways to buy them."

There are many benefits to joining this country. After the Navy is a gatekeeper, does it still provide human trafficking?

"Tell me."

"It's the World Government." Jace smiled, "The Navy, Shichibukai, Germa 66, including other subsidiary departments, will fight against non-joining countries every year, conquer the rebels, and capture a huge number of 'slaves' by the way. These Most of the slaves will be sent to the East China Sea to build the bridge that has been built for 700 years, but some will still be kept and sold as a hidden rule to use as military expenses. If His Majesty needs to buy slaves, these slaves left behind will be It’s a good choice.”

"I see." Life in the non-franchised countries was indeed not easy. Valpo found that he did not feel much pity. Instead, he felt a little happy that he could buy a large number of high-quality people at a low price. No, maybe... ...More than a trace, he shook his head. For now, the development of the Drum Kingdom should come first. He comforted himself that the slaves would like it when they arrived. "Okay, where do I need to buy it?"

Jace said, "On the Red Earth Continent, where the World Conference was held, I happen to have some connections, which should be of use." He recommended himself, worried that His Majesty would be deceived when buying a slave for the first time, and it would be much better to have him by his side. Dun...it would be nice if you don't sell yourself.

Is it the World Conference again? Valpo found that many things need to be resolved there. Fortunately, the time is not long, there are still two years, and this time is not too much to wait.

Valpo nodded on the table and made a 'doo' sound, "In this case, if there is no objection, let's make a plan for the goal."

Naturally, the three ministers had no objection, "I obey, Your Majesty."

After leaving the room, Dalton stopped Chroma Mon, apologizing, "I'm extremely sorry, Chroma Mon, for causing you to be hurt. I hope you can forgive me."

Cromarimon's mouth twitched, he raised the white gloves on his hands, and gritted his teeth, "I have accepted your apology! Thank you! Thank you!" After saying that, he turned and left, leaving a look on his face. Dalton was puzzled, "Does this mean you forgive me?"

Jace looked on and smiled unkindly, fanning the flames and saying, "Yeah, look how happy he is. If other parts besides the gloves can be put together, he will be even happier."

"Really?" Dalton mused. Maybe wait until the Labans come next week to shave some hair?

In the cedar forest, the leader of Labang felt his scalp was cold, and for some reason, his whole body suddenly started to tremble...