Hopeland, Anemye's family.

The small castle made of white stone bricks was built halfway up the hill. A long wall surrounded the land, and the interior was like a park, with dense treetops and blooming flowers everywhere. Even in autumn, the courtyard was not cold because there was heat circulation underground.

The ancestor of the Anemi family loved flowers very much. He once spent a lot of money to hire an alchemist to dig geothermal pipes. The water flowing into the ground and then returning to the surface can bring a certain amount of heat, which can ensure a certain temperature even in the cold winter.

The beautiful building on the hillside is brightly lit.

Feng Nai, wearing a bright yellow long dress, walked through the corridor where guards were standing guard, and then knocked on a door. Soon the door opened, revealing a lively scene inside. A dozen senior executives of the Chamber of Commerce were sitting in the small hall, and Noyes, the head of the Anemi family, was sitting at the top.

Noyes was only in his early forties, in the prime of his life, and he usually handled the affairs of the Chamber of Commerce well. If it weren't for the recent West Wind civil unrest, Anemie would have been thriving in recent years, which had fostered Feng Nai's carefree personality. After all, her father had taken care of everything, so it wasn't her turn to worry.

"Father, I'm here." Feng Nai lifted her skirt and bowed, then walked into the hall with a little curiosity and sat on the chair at the bottom.

"Lord Noyes, the Nisos family has fully mobilized. Lord Fenton has also deployed personnel to several districts in the east as previously agreed upon and has sealed off the east gate of Hopeland."

"Very good, how's Tisiphone doing?"

"Tisiphone has also sent people to control the north gate. The northern districts are mostly filled with workshops and poor people, so their methods will be more forceful."

Fengno was a little confused when she heard these words. What was going on? Why were the city gates closed? Also, when did her family become so close to Nissus and Tisiphone?

Just as she was about to ask, Noyce spoke. He had short dark red hair and his brown eyes were bright in the candlelight.

"With the closure of Hopeland's west gate and the patrols of the three families on the city wall, the only exit from Hopeland is now the southern dock."

"Yes, sir, there are not many ships at the dock, and few large ships. Even if someone leaves by boat, not many people can leave." An armored guard responded.

"But why don't we send people to block the dock as well?" a manager asked puzzledly.

"No need." Noyce shook his head.

"Our ultimate goal is to control Hopeland. Those few who are disobedient and powerful can just leave on the boat."

"This will also reduce bloodshed and conflict. After all, we still have to rely on Hopeland as our foundation for long-term development, so we can't overdo it."

"Your Excellency is wise." Several stewards present began to compliment him again. After the initial tension, everyone in the small hall relaxed a little.

"Father." Feng Nai finally waited for a free opportunity and asked.

"Can you tell me what happened?" Her long light red hair was draped over her exquisite dress, with spiral ends, giving the overall look a sense of luxury and elegance.

Noyes looked at Fengno lovingly, then began to explain what had happened and the fact that they were now allied with Tisiphone and the Nissus family.

"Tisiphone?" Feng Nai frowned.

Recently, Noyce invited Edley to visit several times. Edley has changed a lot compared to before. He even showed off his cooking skills, which made Fengno's perception of him change a lot.

But what happened today made her feel disgusted again. Did Tisiphone like to scheme so much? The little bit of goodwill that had been budding in her mind disappeared without a trace.

"What about the Carites and the Helis family?" Feng Noi asked.

Noyce did not answer immediately, but a senior manager of the Chamber of Commerce next to him answered Feng Nai's question.

"If they are willing to cooperate and don't resist, we won't make things difficult for them."

"But what if they don't want to?" Fengno was a little worried about her friend Meilu.

"That's not up to them." A guard captain replied in a low voice.

"Fengno, are you worried about Melu?" Noyce looked at his only daughter.

"Well, a little." Feng Noi nodded and looked at his father for help.

She and Meilu have been friends since they were young. Although they often quarrel, they actually have a very good relationship.

"I know, that's why I told them not to hurt Miss Melu. After this is over, you can also send Melu to live in another country and ensure that she lives a prosperous life. How about that?"

"Thank you, father~"

Feng Nai breathed a sigh of relief, letting go of her worries, because her father had never let her down. As long as he promised something, he would definitely do it. As for the other things he talked about later, she didn't care much.

Unlike Meru, who has been under family pressure since childhood, Fengno has hardly suffered any setbacks during her growth. Her leisurely life gives her plenty of time to pursue her personal hobbies, and she also has a natural self-confidence and pride.

Bloom like a flower and shine like a gem.

In the entire Verga Business Alliance, she is also a very famous young lady, sought after by many chamber of commerce heirs. Her reputation is far-reaching, and she has become the natural spokesperson for her own jewelry.

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Narcissus Street, 'Lake Shield' Alchemy Workshop.

In the dark and dripping basement, a young apprentice was tied to a pillar. The dim blue light of the alchemy lamp illuminated the bloody laboratory. A piece of cloth was stuffed in his mouth, and he could only make simple grunting sounds.

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