Every plan cannot be implemented exactly as the planner envisioned, due to numerous uncertain factors interfering with everything. For example, some unforeseen issues or unexpected setbacks.
This kind of situation is frequent and has become the norm.
Originally, Lynch's idea and what he is going to do now were quite different. His plan was excellent: to persuade the local rulers and divine authorities to become his partners, and everyone could get wealthy together.
However, the real contacts made him realize that things were not so simple. Mr. Pretton and his trading company had already become the third major power in Nagariel.
Regardless of whether those in charge of divine authority or political power acknowledge it or not, the status of Pretton Trading Company is hard to shake. They even have a grip on Nagariel's throat—controlling its resources.