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Chapter 158 - Northwest District

"A gambling house. If I'm going to build one, I want to make sure it's profitable."

"Profitable? Isn't it already going to be, kid?"

"No, there are stories about casino owners being victimized by skilled gamblers, so I don't think it's guaranteed to be profitable."

"Great gamblers, huh? Is there such a thing as a gambler taking money from you?"

"Yeah, but I don't know much about it. Do you gamble, ojisan?"

"I don't do it much, except with my family. Actually, I had a bad experience once in a town in another territory and I've been trying to stay away from it ever since."

"Hmm? Well, you're right, though. If someone from another land comes to Barcania to gamble, it could be even more profitable. We'll make something that will attract more people than just the residents of Barcania."1Different territory's money —> Traveler —> Gambling House —> Ars' pockets —> Barcania. Basically, more money will be coming to Barcania's economy.

"What do you have in mind, kid?"

"Well, if we want to invite people, we need to create something that can only be done in Barcania. If that's the case, our options are limited, but are still there."

"Huh... then got any ideas on what the bets will be for?"

"Races. People riding Valkyries will race, and people can bet on the outcome. You won't be able to see them anywhere else, since all the other places use Valkyries as military weapons instead of normal steeds."

"So they'll bet on Valkyrie races? That could be interesting. You're right, it can only be done in Barca. If it catches on, the merchants might also start to drop a dime2Drop a dime —> to give information (as to the authorities) about another's improper or unlawful activities. to be favored." 

"Yes. The dividend of the stake can be accurately calculated if there are people from the Reed family who can use Kyle's magic. I'm sure the calculations will take less time with them around."

"But what about the important part — the profit? You're the one who said it's dangerous if there's an amazing gambler that appears."

"We'll take our cut. I'll make sure that the organizer gets a percentage of the money bet on the Valkyries. The rest of the money will be divided among the people who guessed the outcome of the race. That way, it won't hurt our economy, even if foreign or amazing gamblers appear and go."

"I see, you've thought of that. That's sly, kid."

"What are you talking about, ojiisan~? I'm just trying to bring a little entertainment to Barca for the residents. Making bets is just a little extra stimulation!"

"You're right. Well, let's do our best to enrich everyone's lives, shall we!"

"Yeah. Let's get to work."

　Thus, he and I began to build a gambling house here in Barcania.

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　Barcania is currently divided into two main areas surrounded by walls.

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　The northern area is the ranch and the southern side is the place where the city is actually located, and where people are living.

　In the central district of the south side of the city, there is Barcan Castle, a free market further in the south area, a church and school in the southeast area, and a lumberyard and craftsmen's workshop in the northeast district.

　The northeast district had a lumberyard and artisans' workplaces. The west district had a courthouse and a guard station.

　Basically, the west district was also the place where soldiers were trained.

　We decided to build the gambling hall in the northwest district of Barcania.

　We decided to build the gambling house in the northwest district of Barcania, because, for one, we knew that as a gambling area, there would be high chances for trouble.

　I thought that the closer to where my father's security guards were, the sooner they could deal with any problems.

　I'm going to set up a gambling house here in the Northwest District.

　However, it would not be a place where a lot of gambling would take place.

　We decided to build a kind of racetrack where people can bet differently from others, and also a facility for some of the major gambling events in the neighborhood.

　The purpose of the gambling hall was to cater to the "rich" people (farmers) who were looking for a place to spend their money.

　As the merchant ojiisan had said, if left unchecked, there would eventually be some ruffians who would try to run gambling areas themselves.

　However, the main purpose of the guards is to prevent those aforementioned ruffians from expanding their influence while we, who run the Barca Knight's domain, are unaware of them.

　Of course, it is important to make money by opening this gambling house, but it is even more important to let people know that only the main Barca family can open up more areas for gambling and that we don't allow others to become owners.

　I also took into account what Clarisse had told me the other day at the hot springs.

　If we are expecting visitors from other countries, it is important to ensure their safety.

　The building would have to be carefully designed and would have to function as a place to stay.

　Of course, we want to attract people with money, so it is important to have a prestigious building and to pay attention to the furnishings.

　Clarisse herself and members of the Graham family visited the gambling house and built it while paying attention to its appearance.

　In this way, a racetrack aimed at attracting people to Barcania, a gambling house attached to the racetrack, and slightly high-class accommodations were completed.

　By the way, of course, the construction further reduced the money in Barca's account.

 

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