Return to Africa to become a tycoon

Chapter 29 The Local Tyrant's Aspirations

It's the 19th century now!

In the 19th century, remnants of the Age of Exploration still existed—private colonies.

During the colonial expansion era, in order to establish overseas colonies, some countries allowed individuals to establish colonies abroad and granted them the power to manage those colonies.

As a result, some private companies were granted concessions—the government granted them powers such as signing treaties, managing land, taxation, customs, justice, and stationing troops.

In that land, the colonial company was the government, and the chairman of the company was the colonial governor.

To own a colony of one's own!

Moreover, it was a colony granted a charter by the Kingdom of Italy.

This meant that in the early stages of establishing the colony, there was no need to consider the direct threat from the great powers—because nominally, it was an Italian colony.

And most importantly—because it's Italy!

Italy, you know.

As everyone knows, it's very noodle-like!

Just a brief moment's thought made Liu Yide's heart pound wildly. To say he wasn't tempted would be a lie!

However, Alessandro's next answer was somewhat unexpected:

"Africa, but its exact location is unknown to outsiders!"

"What?"

Liu Yide asked, puzzled:

Why is that?

Alessandro explained:

"This involves many issues, because the Duke obtained a charter from the Kingdom of Sicily, which was later annexed by Italy."

The Italian government recognizes all orders and treaties signed by the Kingdom of Sicily, including the Duke's charter.

Although the Duke had confirmed his charter with Rome before his death, he went mad after the company was established and later died.

As you know, after something like this happens, naturally someone will want to take it all for themselves, so the Duchess has been putting the affairs of the African company on hold.

Alessandro shrugged and then said:

"Therefore, all these years everyone could only watch helplessly, without any recourse!"

Alessandro couldn't help but sigh:

"However, precisely because of this, everyone thinks that if you can win her heart, you will win everything."

Wealth, status... and even the possibility of becoming Italy's first governor of an overseas colony!

Staring at the manor in the distance, Liu Yide frowned. Sure enough—it was dangerous enough!

It seems this matter isn't as simple as I thought.

This is a bit tricky.

Seeing that Liu Yide was still gazing at the distant manor, Alessandro smiled and said:

"Sir, you don't need to look there. The Duchess lives in Rome most of the year and rarely comes to Genoa. This is just one of her many properties."

Uh... is this what life is like for the rich?

Industries are everywhere?

Okay, I still need to keep trying!

However, the goal of our efforts has now changed. If originally we just wanted to make money...

So now, in addition to making money, there is another desire—to get hands on that colony!

But how do you get someone who is already wealthy to sell their assets?

Can money alone solve the problem?

It's definitely possible, but you need to have enough money!

As he left the manor, Liu Yide kept thinking about this question.

This problem seems difficult to solve!

In the days to come, Liu Yide will still need to stay at the clinic for a while. Actually, there's nothing wrong with staying at the clinic.

For example, the days at the clinic were always pleasing to the eye. The clinic employed several nurses, all of whom were young, beautiful, and full of energy, possessing S-shaped curves that most Asian women could only dream of at such a young age.

Even wearing a nurse's uniform couldn't hide her full buttocks.

Sometimes, looking down can create the illusion that if someone were to sit down, most men would probably have to lie on the ground and beg for mercy.

Faced with these youthful and energetic women, whose eyes seemed to be hooking at him, Liu Yide himself would find it hard to believe he wasn't tempted.

After all, he transmigrated here to enjoy life, not to chant scriptures. His improved physical condition meant he needed to use the toilet immediately upon waking.

However, the rampant syphilis of this era and the clinic full of patients always managed to keep Big Head calm.

Despite possessing groundbreaking knowledge, it's still best to be cautious about this kind of thing.

However, chatting with these nurses every day and making them laugh is still very enjoyable.

However, at this time, I am always interrupted, sometimes by patients, sometimes by doctors.

And now, it is Alessandro.

However, he brought good news: the house had been arranged and would soon be auctioned off by someone else from the court.

However, it will not be given directly to Liu Yide.

"Sir, your reputation is of utmost importance. It's not appropriate for you to auction it directly. I'll handle it; you can rest assured."

Okay, I trust you to handle this kind of thing.

After exchanging a few brief words, Alessandro changed the subject.

"Sir, the other task you asked me to do has also been completed..."

As he spoke, Alessandro produced a patent document.

"Sir, this is the patent for aspirin. In addition to the Italian patent, I have commissioned professionals to apply for patents in France, the United Kingdom, and the United States..."

He took the patent certificate. It was just a thin piece of paper, but it was a protective wall. Some people thought that a patent was equivalent to revealing the secrets of a product, and then believed that a patent could not protect them.

In reality, a patent is a protective wall, but the core is the process. The patent only mentions "using the reaction of salicylic acid and acetic anhydride to produce aspirin," but how it is produced and what the process is are completely blank.

With this protective barrier in place, counterfeit products cannot be sold openly. Without a patent, if someone else registers it first, the original creator will be driven out of business by the patent holder. Such incidents have occurred countless times throughout history.

Therefore, it's best to keep the wall in your own hands.

"Also, this is the pharmaceutical company's license."

It's another piece of paper, but what does this piece of paper represent?

It's the foundation of any career!

Although there's no factory in sight yet, with this license, how far away is it?

Now I can be considered someone who owns a house and has a career!

Before transmigrating, I worked like a slave for so long, but in the end, I had no career, and my pockets were emptier than my face.

But how long has it been since we traveled through time...?

Most importantly, as long as you can make money from aspirin, you'll get closer and closer to owning a colony of your own.

Thinking of this, Liu Yide felt a surge of anticipation. Looking at Alessandro, he said:

"Leonardo, do you have money?"

"What?"

Before Alessandro could react, he added:

"The company will give you a share of the equity. How about it, Mr. Ya? You're an original shareholder of Double Lion Earth Pharmaceutical Company!"

Upon hearing this, Alessandro's eyes widened in surprise, and he murmured:

"I...Is it okay?"

"If you hesitate any longer, I'll take that as a rejection!"

Only an idiot would refuse at this point. As Alessandro excitedly agreed, he added:

"Sir, if you want to sell medicine, you need the support of doctors, but right now, the doctors in Genoa, especially the Genoa Medical School, are very opposed to you, which... might affect your business. Shouldn't we do something?"

If the reason why she worked tirelessly for Liu Yide was simply because their interests were closely intertwined, then now... they are truly one entity.

"It's that Genoa Medical School again..."

Liu Yide laughed heartily:

"It's just a small medical school, ignore them..."

Genoa Medical School... What's the big deal?

Rather than arguing with them, it would be better to go to the docks and ask Hyde and the others when they would be back.

This is the real business!