During the Construction

During the construction of the Helmarte Soap Works, Ernest and Hollen were busy managing the forge as that was their original job. 

Ernest handled paperworks, ledgers, and work orders, while Hollen simply stamped and approved them. 

It will go on until the construction of the manufacturing plant is completed. Though occasionally, they would visit the site and inspect and observe how things are going.

For now, things are going smoothly as the progress was within schedule.

Meanwhile, inside the Merchant Guild headquarters, preparations for the future launch of the soap had already begun.

Actually, Laurent moved surprisingly fast once the permits were finalized.

The Guildmaster clearly understood the potential of the product.

And more importantly?

He understood the value of controlling the early narrative around it.