Chapter 306: Business Invitation
Chapter 306: Business Invitation
As night fell, the stars shone brightly.
Merchant gatherings often took place in the evening, and tonight was no exception.
However, unlike previous occasions, the center of attention this evening was not the usual familiar faces but a young girl.
In a lavishly decorated hall in the northern part of the city.
Gorgeous chandeliers hung from the ceiling, emitting a warm glow that illuminated the entire space.
Aeliana entered the hall, her elegant and confident demeanor immediately capturing the attention of everyone present.
The merchant girl had carefully chosen her attire for the evening, perfectly accentuating her beautiful figure. But more importantly, a pair of transparent and delicate stockings encased her legs, swaying gently with each step, shimmering with a subtle luster.
"..."
"With this, even proactive sales pitches become unnecessary."
Aeliana noticed the gazes of the men and women around her.
She had already confirmed the success of this trip, and everything that followed would likely fall into place effortlessly.
"Miss Aeliana, you are simply enchanting tonight! And, may I ask, what is this garment you're wearing...?"
"These are called stockings."
Aeliana corrected the other person's statement, a charming smile appearing on her face:
"I discovered these on one of my travels. They're quite special, aren't they?"
A merchant standing nearby joined the conversation:
"They're truly beautiful! You world-traveling merchants always manage to find such exquisite items. May I ask how you do it?"
"Everyone appreciates the delicate and beautiful," Aeliana replied politely, steering the conversation away from the origin of the stockings, "And I believe true beauty lies in the heart. Whether it's stockings or any other commodity, they are merely a reflection of each person's style and taste."
Aeliana smiled and greeted everyone at the party.
Occasionally, she would gently sway her skirt, allowing the stockings to emit an even more captivating radiance under the light. Sometimes, she would step into the darker corners of the banquet, letting the appropriate environment showcase the perfect leg shape beneath the stockings.
Soon enough, a young man couldn't hold back any longer.
He approached Aeliana, offering his attentions, and casually inquired:
"Your stockings perfectly complement your outfit and figure. But I'm also curious about the symbolism behind this garment. Is it suitable as a gift for the ladies?"
Almost simultaneously, a merchant also eagerly joined the conversation.
The person was a prominent merchant from the Riverbank Chamber, holding considerable power in Nine Bays City, and his attitude towards Aeliana was noticeably different:
"I must admit, you've found an excellent product. And what I'm curious about is the possibility of us working together?"
Aeliana's response was dignified and appropriate:
"Thank you for your appreciation. I'm open to exploring new collaboration opportunities. Perhaps tomorrow during lunch, we can sit down for a detailed discussion?"
"..."
As Aeliana, wearing Lindsey's stockings, captivated the party, Lindsey himself did not seek the spotlight.
After parting ways, he returned home alone.
Lindsey found himself on a newly constructed fishing platform, with two brand-new fishing rods laid out before him.
One of the rods was intricately woven from verdant plants, its body appearing delicate yet imbued with resilient strength. The entire rod exuded a faint green aura, resembling a blooming green vine.
Upon closer inspection, tiny, exquisite flowers adorned it.
Each leaf and flower shimmered with natural luster, constantly displaying vitality and vigor.
The other fishing rod, in contrast, was rugged and robust.
Its material seemed extracted from the terrain's lava, the entire rod emitting a dark red glow.
The time was now night.
Under the cover of darkness, the rod seemed to contain flowing liquid, reflecting its surface with orange-red flame patterns.
Moreover, holding this rod, seemingly imbued with endless lava, felt warm but not scorching, a truly wondrous sensation.
[Tool: Floral Fishing Rod]
[Using this tool moderately increases the success rate of fishing.
The fishing rod contained the power of nature, enabling fishing within the Natural Sanctuary.】
【A rare fishing rod, moderately priced.】
【Tool/Weapon: Magma Fishing Rod】
【Using this rod slightly increases the success rate of fishing. It allows for fishing in lava and inflicts a certain amount of high-temperature burn damage when used as a weapon.】
【A fishing rod imbued with the power of flames, moderately priced.】
"..."
"Fishing in the Natural Sanctuary and lava?"
Lindsey raised an eyebrow.
The main material for the Floral Fishing Rod was obtained by defeating Flower Demons in the Black Mountain World. As for the materials to craft the Magma Fishing Rod, they were naturally Meteorite Ingots.
The former's effect was easier to comprehend; it was definitely some kind of special environment in nature, and it might even belong to the same category as the sanctuary Lindsey was planning to visit for treatment.
But the latter...
"It's just like in the game; you can really fish in lava?"
Lindsey scratched his head.
He picked up the fishing rods one by one and tried them out in the river in front of him.
The fish quickly took the bait and were caught. In the following attempts, Lindsey earned 13 silver coins.
After completing the fisherman's set and acquiring the special fishing rod, Lindsey finally bid farewell to the frequent trash catches. Most of the time, he could now enjoy a decent harvest.
"Phew—"
"I wonder how Elaine is doing?"
After fishing for a while, Lindsey sighed.
He didn't want to draw too much attention in the city.
So he handed over all the business operations to Elaine, and naturally, the risks she undertook increased as well.
What Lindsey could do—
"For this deal, after buying the medicine, compensate Elaine as much as possible."
Lindsey muttered to himself.
He raised his hand, though he couldn't see the golden ring, it was undoubtedly effective.
"This seems to be my money-making activity; I wonder if the Golden Law can indirectly affect her."
"Anyway, I hope things go smoothly for her too."
"..."
Lindsey didn't sleep that night.
He and Elaine had agreed to meet the next day to discuss the issues that arose during the sales process.
The next morning, as Lindsey was about to put away his fishing rod and head out, there was a knock on the door.
Knock, knock, knock—
A persistent knock sounded.
Lindsey casually opened the map and saw only a yellow dot representing a neutral party at the door, frowned and opened the shop door.
A young man dressed as a shop assistant stood before him, out of breath, with a patched-up pocket and anxious eyes.
Although the fluctuations were not strong, through his ability as a game player, Lindsey could sense the essence of essence on the young man.
An economically struggling young Awakener in a hurry? Lindsey made a guess, and the young man spoke up:
"Mr. Lindsey, right?"
Lindsey nodded:
"Yes."
The young man continued:
"It's like this:
"My master heard that you came from Lookout City and wanted to know some things, so he sent me to invite you over."
Lindsey tentatively asked:
"Who's your master? Do I know him?"
The young man answered with an air of superiority:
"My master is Alquin!"
The young man's demeanor exuded a sense of self-confidence.
As if by saying that name, Lindsey should know and immediately accept the invitation.
"..."
Facing this situation, Lindsey spread his hands, his tone puzzled:
"Okay, then who is Alquin?"
"You should introduce yourself before inviting me."
(End of Chapter)
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