Industrial Cthulhu: Starting as an Island Lord - Chapter 33: Ores and Schools

... om.

Seeing the somewhat awkward smile on Alexei’s face, Hughes immediately guessed his reason for coming.

"Out of money?"

"Yes." Alexei sighed. "Whether it’s recruiting personnel to explore the island or establishing a school, everything requires money. Not to mention the renovation of the workshop."

There was no way around it. Any industry required initial investment, and this part of the expenditure was unavoidable. Hughes was already mentally prepared for it.