The Princess of Northern Land
Chapter 803 Unusual Thoughts (2)

Chapter 803: Chapter 803 Unusual Thoughts (2)

At the very least, for the next hundred years, people in the North Country would not be able to fully master steam technology.

Moreover, the main economy of the Northern Land did not rely on milk and beef for support, so even if the livestock industry in the North Country were to develop, it would not pose any threat to the Northern Land.

The Emperor looked at her shining eyes, his expression already darkening. According to what Lin Ziyin had said, if the North Country wanted to develop, they would have to rely on the Northern Land.

As the ruler of a nation, depending on his competitor was something he could not do.

Who was Lin Ziyin? She was, after all, a modern elite in the business world; how could she not know what was troubling the Emperor’s heart?

"Actually, Your Majesty needn’t worry. Dairy cows and beef are not our main products in the Northern Land. Our specialties are products from beans, nuts, and rare mountain delicacies. Conversely, even if the Northern Land were also developing its livestock industry, there would be no conflict between the products of our two nations."

"How so?" The Emperor asked, his heart swayed by her words.

Alhatu sat nearby, on pins and needles, his heart fluttering up and down with Lin Ziyin’s words.

"With the circulation of Northern Land’s goods, we have undoubtedly opened up the markets for milk powder, soy milk powder, and beef jerky, but in reality, whether it’s soy milk powder, milk powder, or beef jerky, all are everyday consumable goods. The world is so vast that as long as the trade routes are open, production from both countries will not meet the market’s demand," Lin Ziyin explained. "We are contemplating producing fluid yogurts and pure milk for shipment." Lin Ziyin was not afraid of the other side knowing her marketing strategy.

In this era, there is no such thing as plastic packaging, making it challenging to sell liquid milk. However, Lin Ziyin had already figured out a method, which was to focus on researching glass bottles, driving down the price of glass to the lowest, then using it as a container for selling milk. Milk would then be sold in large barrels, just like modern barrelled beer.

Although the approach was somewhat unique, it was not impractical. However, if she talked about this idea now to the Emperor of the North Country, he did not have the technology to preemptively implement it.

Sister, it’s the technology that sells! Lin Ziyin looked at the Emperor with a smile, completely unbothered.

Conversely, the Emperor of the North Country was plunged into distress.

If the North Country agreed to cooperate with Lin Ziyin, then the future of the North Country might be restricted by Lin Ziyin. If they did not agree, watching a fat goose fly away right before their eyes, he again felt reluctant.

"Father, you have always wanted the North Country to become powerful and prosperous under your reign, to let the people have clothing and food without worry. Now, the opportunity is right in front of us, and your son believes that we should first consider agricultural matters," Alhatu said, after careful deliberation.

He also guessed the Emperor’s concerns, so he simply started from the most practical concern.

As long as they mastered agricultural techniques, there was no need to worry about technological concerns afterward.

The Emperor sighed softly in his heart, bitterly smiling to himself. Maybe what Lin Ziyin initially said was just an excuse. How could there be a difference in the climate and soil quality?

Unfortunately, Alhatu was smart, and Lin Ziyin was not foolish.

"Your Majesty might think that my initial words were an excuse. In truth, what I said was completely true. Oranges from the south differ greatly in taste due to the different soil and water conditions of Jiangnan and Jiangbei. In Jiangnan, oranges are incredibly sweet, while those from Jiangbei are exceedingly sour. If Your Majesty does not believe me, there’s nothing I can do," she said, her face showing helplessness.

"May I report to Your Majesty, the National Master is outside waiting for an audience," reported the eunuch, bowing his head and interrupting the discussion before the Emperor could make a decision.

The Emperor’s face showed a displeased expression as their good discussion was interrupted.