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Chapter 472: A New Deal
Chapter 472: A New Deal
Lindsey and Will both reside in the Primrose District (Orange Zone).
Will's wife prepared dinner, and after a simple meal, the two set off for a stroll along the coastal area.
During their walk, the middle-aged designer, Will, inquired about Lindsey's design requirements for the project while rummaging through his bag for blueprints:
"Mr. Lindsey, do you have any specific needs for the house design?"
"I have some templates here, both for seaside and inland properties. Perhaps you can take a look first?"
Lindsey directly expressed his thoughts:
"I only need a design."
"For the construction, I have Awakened individuals with relevant abilities to assist me, so there's no need to build it slowly like a regular house."
Upon hearing this, Will's expression turned slightly dejected.
In the design industry, besides the design fees, the subsequent construction work could also bring in a substantial amount of money. Lindsey's request for only the design didn't bode well for Will.
However, this was a rare opportunity for income.
Will mentally encouraged himself and continued with renewed enthusiasm:
"Just the design is perfectly fine too!"
"What are your specific requirements for the house design?"
Lindsey shared the plan he had already formulated:
"For the storefront, of course, there should be a reasonable division of goods and display areas—I believe you have extensive experience in this, so I won't elaborate further."
"And most importantly, it's my backyard."
"I need a spacious basement with a high level of confidentiality; a field for cultivating and nurturing various plants; and a fishing platform that can accommodate different weather conditions and is convenient for fishing."
"As long as you can guarantee these three points, you can freely express your creativity in other aspects!"
Will nodded slightly.
He carefully noted Lindsey's requests and, after some thought, provided professional advice:
"Mr. Lindsey, your other requirements are all feasible."
"However, if you plan to construct a basement here, you should use materials that are corrosion-resistant and have sufficient strength. When building a basement in Thousand Sails City, it will inevitably go beyond the foundation and come into contact with seawater, so this aspect is crucial."
The two men discussed the design concept in detail.
With their backs to the setting sun, they continued their walk.
Lindsey also noticed the middle-aged designer's desire for financial gain.
He recalled Will's wife, Kona, and how her body seemed abnormal when she had welcomed him earlier.
"Mr. Will, it seems like your wife's health is causing some trouble?"
Will sighed and shook his head:
"Kona, she..."
"Mr. Lindsey, you seem to be an Awakened as well?"
Lindsey nodded in confirmation:
"That's right."
Will then explained:
"During the Harvest Day a few years ago, Kona was fortunate enough to fuse with Essence."
"But unfortunately, we were on a honeymoon on a sea island at the time. Kona was unexpectedly swept into the ocean by a wave, and I did everything I could to save her. However, her awakening process encountered complications."
"This distorted fusion with Essence not only failed to bring her any benefits but is now eroding her body."
Lindsey asked:
"Is there no way to treat it?"
Will nodded first and then shook his head:
"We've consulted physicians."
"This issue is quite unique; only the physicians in the Green Garden of Volcano City have the capability to treat it."
Will's tone was bitter and helpless:
"But the cost of such treatment is beyond what an ordinary family can afford."
"..."
This was a rare and challenging medical case in the other world.
Lindsey recalled his own experiences, remembering the treatment he had undergone to address the impact of the Extinction Crown within his body.
His treatment plan had cost him a hefty sum of over a thousand gold coins.
Fortunately, the Golden Law had supported him, allowing him to access a more affordable treatment option.
In any world, these rare and expensive medical conditions are burdens that are difficult to estimate.
"Lindsey suddenly spoke up: 'Will, how much money do you still need for Kona's treatment?'"
The number that flashed through Will's mind was staggering.
"I've managed to save up half the amount over these years. Just a bit more time..."
Will couldn't finish his sentence. For most people, this was an astronomical sum.
The effort it took to save half the amount had been backbreaking, but with Kona's deteriorating health, could she even hold on until then?
Lindsey stopped in his tracks. "Mr. Will, do you know anyone in the city who sells slaves?"
Will was intrigued. "What do you mean?"
"You're planning to buy antiques for your shop's decor, right? That's a considerable expense!"
Lindsey shook his head. "Not buying, selling. I have an antique chair at home. If you're willing to take on the sale, you can be my agent. The commission should cover your wife's treatment."
Will was speechless.
This was a risky venture, but for his beloved wife, he didn't hesitate. Without questioning the danger, he nodded in agreement. "Mr. Lindsey, I'm in."
Lindsey nodded back. "Then let's hope our cooperation goes well."
Lindsey turned to examine the contents of his bag. Inside was a chair belonging to a Nine-Stage Awakener.
The chair itself wasn't particularly special, but in a city like Thousand Sails, a hub for art and culture, antiques fetched high prices. And an item related to a Nine-Stage Awakener should sell for a good price, right?
...
As the sun set, Lindsey and Will arrived at the shop. As they pushed open the door and stepped inside, Lindsey witnessed an absurd scene.
Seraphina, adorned with Wah Wah Wah, was wandering around the shop. Below her, Seraphina was under the shop's control, walking aimlessly in circles with Wah Wah Wah on her back.
"Wah Wah Wah... you, are you testing her condition?"
Wah Wah Wah immediately jumped off Seraphina's back. "I'm just checking her status, after all, she's a Nine-Stage Awakener!"
Wah Wah Wah quickly changed the subject. "And Lindsey, how did you enslave her? Even the Platinum God's merchants don't have such power!"
Lindsey shrugged. What could he say?
The Simulated Management module, when activated, had a unique effect on human-related information. Even the shop's employee recruitment had never been utilized.
Indeed, Simulated Management seemed like a cold-blooded and efficient module. It clearly represented the underlying logic of those economic games.
Slap!
A loud noise came from the shop's entrance—Will, startled by the conversation, had stumbled and fallen at the door.
"Are you selling slaves? And her, a Nine-Stage Awakener, what's going on?" Will asked in shock.
(End of Chapter)
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