Court Wizard (Spellmonger Series: Book 8) - Plot & Excerpts
the Duke said, lightly, “but as you can see we have the situation in hand. In fact, if you need to supply your own estates, I think we can sell you our surplus for . . . call it twelve pennies a bushel? That’s far less than you would have to pay for your own grain. No reason why we can’t make a reasonable profit,” he sneered. One of the men clearly had less control than his mates as he fumed and stomped in place. “You! You’ve . . . you’ve ruined us!” he nearly shouted, shaking. “Do you have any idea—” “No one forced you to purchase all of that wheat,” reminded Father Amus, pleased. “Speculation is frowned upon by the Tiller. All investment carries some risk, my children. Those who wish to make their wealth from the bellies of their fellow man should be cautious how the favor of Huin changes!” Pentandra was a little irritated that Father Amus was claiming credit for her work, but she could understand the man’s passionate hate of the grain merchants.
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