Chapter 317: 248. Meeting Dwayne Miller (2)
John didn"t probe more about the information and spoke with a cruel smile as he talked about Radiant Church, "You don"t need to worry about them. Our men are already working to welcome our guests."
John continued, "Anyway, I heard that you have been supporting a lot of our policies whether it is the abolition of slavery or promoting the Sky Dollars. After hearing about your actions, I am very satisfied with them. If you have any problems in the future then you may approach my office or our Minister of Law, Quill"s office. Previously I didn"t notice, but it seems that Power Capital is also a stakeholder of Demonic Agricultural Accessories, North-frontier times and the recent Illusion Cameras. From this, I can see that you have a very keen eye when you are investing in companies or individuals. So I would like your opinion on some of our state matters, What do you think should be promoted first currently in Sky."
Dwayne was quite surprised as he heard John praise and thought, "As I thought, he is always prepared and hence has been the most capable ruler in the previous world. However, I better not tell him anything unnecessary that may change the current path. The only thing I should warn him should be about the anti-nuclear catastrophe protests instigated by those otherworlders. No, I can"t. If Lord John suspects me to be a spy then that would be bad since the research is currently being conducted by the Top Secret DSDR lab that is directly under his supervision along with Lord Tornwall. And since nuclear weapons are the most top-secret I can"t blabber about anything."
Dwayne nodded as he decided and spoke, "It should naturally be ease of Travel and communication and that too at faster speeds. Just like how moving money is important. Ease of Travel and Communication should be focused first and foremost along with the defense of our country. A rich country without any fangs is bound to be trampled by others and hence a strong military should be there as well. Other than that I hope we can do regular background checks on the private media companies that may try to influence the culture and politics of our country. Who knows, we may miss some entertainment companies that may be up to some mischief after becoming mainstream."
John sighed and thought, "I am already focusing on that. Roads, Ports, Radios, bicycles then carts and then cars. Arghh, this is the problem with time travelers. Anyway, he has given a hint about the problem with Entertainment industries so it is better to do background checks instead of enacting some policies."
John spoke, "We are already focusing on that along with improving the quality of citizens by educating them in important fields so that there is better efficiency. Do you have any suggestions on what should we avoid? or on what should we specifically develop. And about the performance, among the State and private companies which do you think will perform better?"
Dwayne sighed as he thought a bit and spoke, "If we really want to focus on something then I suggest that we focus on food. Of course not natural food but one that is engineered in a way that enhances the physical capabilities of Humans, demons, devils, beastman and other species. But if it is developed then I hope it is only circulated within our Military. As for State and Private companies? If it was other countries then I would have no doubt said Private companies but If it is Sky then I am 100% willing to bet on companies that are led by you. That is also one of the reasons why I wanted a stake in Blue Paradise even at 10 times premium since it is a semi-private public enterprise and has enough backing along with a good brand name. As for which company I am most optimistic about? It should be the Sky central bank."
John thought as he looked at Dwayne, "He believes in State companies? I guess he knows about the trajectory which I am going to make for those companies. How does he know the term Brand name? Now, this term is not yet popularised but he still spoke. Hmm... I guess it is still hard to dig information out from him. Anyways, I will increase the funding on Improving products for now."
Dwayne continued as he spoke, "As for dangers, You should be wary of Prince Charlie and the venomous Prince Hector. Prince Hector may pull another stunt in the future so it is better to be prepared."
John nodded as he noted down everything and spoke, "OK, What do you think about Sky"s future Politically, economically, culturally and Militarily."
Dwayne was about to speak as he stopped and then spoke after thinking, "Politics is something which is ever-changing and can"t be predicted by normal factors. Economically and Technologically, we will be a powerhouse. Culturally, People here in Sky will be united whether it is short-term or long-term. I am very much sure about it. And Militarily, it depends on many factors, so we can only strive to improve as fast as possible so as to avoid dangers."
John thought as he heard Dwayne, "It seems he doesn"t want to change the politics by influencing me. He has some doubts about us Militarily, which means that we would sometimes face dangers. Anyway, it was a good meeting if Sarah"s guesses are correct."
John nodded and spoke, "It was good meeting you and it has been very valuable after hearing your insights. I will make sure to make some policy changes when I return. If you want a stake at Blue Paradise then you can meet Quill and buy it at 5x the current price, The amount of stake would be 6%, you will also be given your voting rights and you or your company can appoint 1 director for giving your opinions. As for Sky Central Bank, it will never be listed and owned by the state fully. However, we may enact some laws in future where people can make and operate private banks within the framework of Sky Central Bank."
Dwayne was quite surprised that this small conversation let him get a stake at Blue Paradise which made him quite happy. He thought, "Now, this is a windfall. This company will expand and rise by 500 times in the next 10 years."