“You little brat, sooner or later I’ll pin you beneath me!”
If Daemon had previously been attracted merely by Princess Daniella’s astonishing beauty, then after spending more time with her, he found himself becoming increasingly fascinated by her bold and fearless personality as well.
As a result, the vulgar remark slipped from his mouth almost instinctively.
The entire hall instantly fell silent.
Prince Viserys Targaryen’s expression darkened immediately.
Without hesitation, he grabbed the silver goblet in his hand and smashed it directly into Daemon’s face.
“Watch your tongue!”
“If you dare speak so recklessly again, I will personally cut it out!”
Wine splashed across Daemon’s face and clothing.
The prince casually wiped the liquid away before smiling carelessly.
“Oh, my apologies.
I misspoke.”
“But I only spoke out of admiration for Daniella.”
Daniella herself appeared completely calm, as if nothing inappropriate had happened at all.
She merely smiled faintly and replied,
“Then thank you for your praise, Uncle.”
“I hope your stay on Dragonstone will be pleasant.”
“And if you happen to lack gold dragons while you are here, I can lend you some.”
“Do not worry, the interest rates are not particularly high.”
Aemma, who had originally been preparing to comfort Daniella, immediately swallowed her words after seeing how composed she remained.
Meanwhile, Rhaenyra secretly glanced toward Daemon with admiration.
In her eyes, her wild and unrestrained uncle seemed extraordinarily charming.
Fortunately, this awkward little episode was quickly overshadowed by another topic entirely.
Dragon porcelain.
Compared to noble gossip, the great lords of Westeros naturally cared far more about profit.
As the highest-ranking aristocrats within the Seven Kingdoms, they immediately realized the terrifying commercial potential hidden behind White Sheep Town’s dragon porcelain.
In the known world, only the distant Yi Ti Empire possessed mature porcelain-making techniques.
The porcelain used throughout Westeros and Essos was almost entirely imported from Yi Ti through long-distance maritime trade.
The voyage itself was dangerous and extremely lengthy, causing the price of fine porcelain to rise to astonishing levels.
Only the wealthiest nobles and richest merchants could truly afford it.
Even among the great houses of Westeros, most families merely owned several porcelain vases or decorative plates displayed proudly within castles.
Furthermore, Yi Ti frequently experienced wars and political turmoil, making the supply of high-quality porcelain unstable and inconsistent.
In contrast, the white porcelain produced in White Sheep Town possessed quality no worse than the finest Yi Ti porcelain currently circulating in the market.
The profits hidden within such a business were naturally enormous.
At present, Daniella remained highly favored within House Targaryen.
Thus, the nobles naturally did not dare openly scheme against her.
However, if there was an opportunity to involve themselves in the business, none of them intended to miss it.
Especially powerful maritime families such as House Velaryon and House Redwyne.
If they could obtain dragon porcelain at favorable prices and transport it across Essos, the profits would undoubtedly be staggering.
Moreover, products such as dragonflame wine and Goat Town’s unique barbecue seasonings were also extremely competitive goods within the eastern markets. This chapter is updated first at novelping(.)com.
Because of this, many nobles had already made considerable concessions during negotiations concerning Fire Kiss Garden.
Their purpose was simple.
Establish good relations with Samwell and White Sheep Town.
Naturally, Daniella and Samwell had already anticipated everyone’s reactions long beforehand.
Thus, Samwell accepted everyone’s goodwill politely while refusing to reveal too much.
Of course, everyone understood the value of dragon porcelain.
King Jaehaerys naturally understood it as well.
However, White Sheep Town officially belonged to Daniella’s personal fief, and dragon porcelain itself was a creation personally developed by his great-granddaughter.
Thus, the old king naturally intended to protect the interests of House Targaryen first.
Soon afterward, everyone hurriedly finished their meals before heading together toward the porcelain workshop and storefront within White Sheep Town.
Although the nobles had already witnessed the quality of the dragon porcelain during lunch, they were still shocked after entering the showroom itself.
Inside were porcelain works of various elegant forms and exquisite painted patterns.
Several quick-reacting lords immediately attempted to buy the entire inventory on the spot.
Samwell immediately apologized respectfully.
“My lords, I am very sorry.”
“The items displayed here are only samples and are not available for direct sale.”
“Furthermore, our porcelain-making techniques are still developing, and our monthly production remains limited.”
“At present, White Sheep Town can only produce one hundred complete dinnerware sets per month.”
“As for the remaining individual porcelain items, monthly production is limited to roughly three hundred pieces.”
The nobles immediately revealed disappointed expressions.
Meanwhile, Samwell inwardly recalled Daniella’s previous words.
“These great lords truly possess enormous appetites.”
Thus, he immediately continued loudly,
“However, White Sheep Town is already expanding production while training additional apprentices.”
“We believe output will continue increasing steadily.”
“By the end of this year, production should at least double.”
“So little?”
Lord Corlys frowned immediately.
“Yes.”
“The production process for dragon porcelain is extremely complicated.”
“And we must guarantee the quality of every individual piece.”
“This naturally requires significant time and effort.”
Samwell explained calmly.
“What about the prices?”
Lord Redwyne asked directly.
“The final prices vary according to size, shape, craftsmanship, and decorative patterns.”
Samwell replied smoothly.
“For example, this complete dragon porcelain dinnerware set requires extensive labor and craftsmanship to produce.”
“Yet despite that, its selling price is only one thousand gold dragons.”
Many nobles immediately became interested.
After all, porcelain of comparable quality imported from Yi Ti often sold for tens of thousands of gold dragons.
Compared to that, White Sheep Town’s prices were practically charitable.
Thus, everyone immediately began speaking at once, attempting to place orders.
However, Samwell quickly raised his hand.
“My lords.”
“The preciousness of porcelain hardly needs explanation from me.”
“You all understand its value perfectly.”
“Moreover, White Sheep Town’s dragon porcelain is personally fired using dragonfire.”
“This naturally elevates its status even further.”
“Therefore, the production quantity of dragon porcelain is destined to remain limited.”
“In the entire Seven Kingdoms, only the great lords gathered here truly possess the wealth necessary to enjoy such treasures.”
“So White Sheep Town has decided to adopt a somewhat special method of sale.”
“Our dragon porcelain will henceforth be sold through a subscription share system.”
“Taking these complete dinnerware sets as an example.”
“Only one hundred sets will be sold monthly.”
“However, in order to obtain the qualification to purchase one set each month, one must first pay an annual subscription qualification fee of ten thousand gold dragons.”
The moment these words were spoken, the eyes of the gathered nobles immediately brightened.
Lord Corlys laughed loudly.
“Interesting!”
“Truly interesting.”
“In that case, House Velaryon will subscribe for two million gold dragons immediately!”
Samwell immediately revealed an awkward expression.
“My apologies, Lord Corlys.”
“However, aside from members of House Targaryen, no individual family may hold subscription shares exceeding one hundred thousand gold dragons.”
“Then one hundred thousand gold dragons for every category!”
Lord Corlys responded decisively.
At this moment, King Jaehaerys finally spoke as well.
“And what special privileges does the royal family possess within this arrangement?”
Samwell immediately bowed respectfully.
“Princess Daniella specifically instructed us beforehand.”
“Thirty percent of every category’s shares shall be permanently reserved for the royal family.”
Jaehaerys nodded with visible satisfaction.
“Excellent.”
“Very excellent.”
“Lord Lyman, then I shall leave the remaining arrangements in your hands.”
With both King Jaehaerys and Lord Corlys personally taking the lead, the remaining nobles immediately began fiercely competing for subscription shares.
Because the quotas were limited, the great lords nearly argued among themselves before final allocations were eventually completed.
Even the porcelain display items within the showroom were completely purchased on the spot.
In only a single day, Daniella earned nearly two million gold dragons.