Chapter 086 Chamber of Commerce Establishment and Town Upgrade
Nicole was panting and running around the residential area in a panic.
Three or five guards followed her, shouting, "Miss, please stop! You're not safe alone!"
Bullshit! It’s not safe to stop!
Nicole cursed inwardly and ran madly.
The autumn sun was slightly hot, shining brightly. The hem of her light blue skirt, which symbolized her aristocratic temperament, hung on the ground and was severely scratched by the yellow branches and leaves that fell in autumn. The pearls on her skirt sparkled so brightly that it affected her running.
She never thought that the thing she was proud of would turn into a cold light like a sharp blade, affecting her progress.
“Damn it!”
She cursed inwardly, hesitated for half a second, and then resolutely took off her skirt.
"Ah!" The guard quickly covered his eyes and dared not look again.
"Stupid." Nicole raised the corner of her lips.
Isn’t the reason she wears leggings to prevent exposure?
The hem of her skirt was thrown into the air and carried by the wind like a spider web, blowing onto the guards and giving her time to escape.
She saw that there was a room with an open door nearby, and a woman was about to close the door after fetching water. She no longer cared about anything else, and slipped into the room, slammed the door shut, and covered the woman's mouth in front of her terrified and suspicious eyes.
Nicole's voice was almost pleading, "Don't move! Please!"
"Sophia, what's going on?" Hearing the noise, Russell came hurriedly with his upper body naked.
There were water marks all over the floor, his skin was still stained with water droplets, and a towel was draped over his shoulders, obviously he had rushed here before finishing his shower.
When the six eyes met, all three were stunned.
"Ah!" Nicole covered her eyes.
Russell:?!
Sister, it seems like the person being looked at is me*!
Sophia looked at Nicole, then at Russell, who was covering his chest in shock. The two looked at each other and confirmed the same fact in each other's eyes.
Isn’t this the noble lady who once shook hands with them?
He was so proud and unrestrained in the past, why is he so disheveled and unkempt today?
"Don't worry." Sofia stammered, taking off her coat and putting it on her. "What happened?"
Russell quickly put on his clothes and covered his upper body. "Don't be afraid! In Ankang Town, no one would dare to hurt anyone!"
"Someone is chasing me!" Nicole said in a trembling voice.
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Knock, knock, knock.
Russell heard a knock on the door and opened it uncomfortably.
At first, he thought it would be a guard, but when he opened the door, he saw a beautiful lady standing in front of him.
The lady smiled brightly, "Hello, I'm here to look for my daughter."
Russell's heart tightened and he swallowed subconsciously.
He's not good at lying! After all, Nicole is still hiding in the closet.
"The person you're looking for is not here." He said bluntly, wanting to end the conversation.
Marissa leaned against the door and smiled, "Sir, my guards saw her run into your house with their own eyes!"
Russell: "You read it wrong, just watch it again."
Marissa: “…”
No, did you learn this shamelessness from Lin Muqiu?!
"Trench into a residential area is against the ordinance of Ankang Town." Russell said without hesitation.
Marissa didn't hesitate, "What if I give you money?"
"Neuropathy."
With a snap, the door closed.
His hand was so strong and powerful that it was like the wind.
Marissa: “…”
After a moment's silence, she knocked on the door again. "What if I knew anything about your brother?"
After a long time, the door creaked open.
Marissa couldn't help but smile with satisfaction.
Russell leaned out half of his head and said in a low voice, "Are you telling the truth?"
"Well," Marissa nodded. "Your brother's name is Roger. He was sold to the slave market a few years ago. Am I right? From what I know, he was tossed around as a slave. His body is covered in whip marks. He almost died! Coincidentally, he was sold to the Western Chamber of Commerce this time... Even so, won't you let me in for a chat?"
Russell's face was as pale as paper, especially when he heard that his brother almost died, his fingers couldn't help but spasm.
He was silent for a long time, as if he was making a difficult decision.
Seeing this scene, Marissa couldn't help but curl the corners of her lips.
Under coercion and inducement, no one can resist the temptation.
"I'm sorry, I can't believe you." Russell's voice was hoarse and low. In front of Marissa's stunned eyes, he closed the door slowly and with difficulty. "Thank you for the news. The lord will help me find him."
Marissa's eyelids twitched.
She couldn't believe it. Could such an idealized and moral person really exist?
Or does Russell really trust Lin Muqiu to make the decision for him?!
But this kind of trust between people is not in the imperial capital, not in the big city, but in a remote corner, in Ankang Town.
It seems that Ankang Town can really serve as Nicole's backing.
Just as I was thinking about it, the door creaked and opened again.
Marissa's eyelids twitched again, "Are you changing your mind?"
"no."
Russell took out two silver coins and handed them to her.
Marissa was stunned. "What do you mean?"
"Intelligence fee." Russell closed the door again.
With a bang.
Marissa: “…”
Very good, the main point is to clearly distinguish between grudges and favors, right?!
Lin Muqiu, you are great, even your townspeople are so unique!
Everyone had their own thoughts, but Nicole couldn't hold it in any longer. She kicked open the closet door and rushed to the door. "Mother! You come to me when you have something to say. What's the point of making things difficult for me?"
Marissa was furious when she heard the question.
She slapped her daughter in the face, "It's all for you!"
"For me?" Nicole covered her face, as if wanting to release all the pain that had accumulated over the years. "But I'm not happy! All these years you've repeatedly emphasized that it was for me, but what have I done wrong?"
"Seeing you go through an unhappy marriage, my heart is bleeding! Why do you always blame me?"
"Mother, why can't you understand that you can also shine!"
"You could have shone brightly," these words turned into a sharp blade, cutting into Marissa's heart.
She never thought that her daughter thought this way.
She trembled her lips, but didn't say anything in the end.
Seeing her expression, Nicole's lips suddenly let out a bitter smile, "But it doesn't matter anymore, mother. You want to decay, and I don't want to accompany you. I am giving up my noble status, mother."
These words were like thunder, exploding in Marissa's heart.
She never thought that her daughter would be so resolute.
At this moment, she could only be thankful that she had cooperated with Lin Muqiu, otherwise in the end both sides would suffer.
As Lin Muqiu said, she couldn't lose the love of a daughter.
After a moment's silence, Marissa said in a hoarse voice, "What if I agree that you should try your hand at business?"
"I don't..." Nicole frowned, and was stunned when she realized what was happening. "Huh?"
"I said, I agree." Marissa's lips trembled slightly, and she shook her head with a wry smile. "Actually, when I was forced to marry your father, I did try to escape, but... I failed."
No one wanted to argue over her.
No one was willing to take the risk to protect her.
She had never had someone protecting Nicole like she did today.
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[Ankang Town has met the upgrade conditions and has reached 12,034 people!]
[Ankang Town has been upgraded to a first-tier city. Please pay attention to the changes in territory size and facilities, and check the new map!]
Due to territorial expansion, some major facilities will be undergoing renovation and expansion. Please inform your family and friends to avoid any inconvenience.
In the commercial street, Elizabeth was busy selling her wares outside her small shop. She was startled when she heard the system reminder hovering above her.
To be precise, everyone present was stunned, whether they were vegetable buyers or sellers, peddlers, or guards on patrol, they were all shocked by this feat.
As townspeople, they certainly hope that their territory will become stronger and stronger until no other territory dares to bully them!
Ankang Town did it!
It has been upgraded again!
They grasped several key points from the system reminders:
12,034 people,
This means that the population of Ankang Town has more than quadrupled!
They marveled in amazement and kept exclaiming in amazement.
Oh my God, how is this possible!
They couldn't imagine that the people of Ankang Town, who used to be hard-pressed to get enough food, could develop so well today and even accommodate so many people!
The most important thing is that Mr. Lin was talking about "renovation and expansion", not just "building relocation".
Expansion means the birth of new buildings!
In the moment they were distracted, a translucent panoramic building suddenly appeared in front of them. They stretched their heads and saw a plaque on it with the words "Ankang Chamber of Commerce" engraved in a sloppy and unruly font.
Chamber of Commerce? They have a Chamber of Commerce!
Everyone was shocked, and the newly settled townspeople were even more shocked. They couldn't believe how lucky they were to have caught up with such a good time right from the start!
Some people patted their chests and breathed a sigh of relief.
Fortunately, they settled down early, otherwise it would have been very difficult to settle down later!
Everyone had different thoughts and looked at the building carefully.
Though it was a rough sketch created by the Lord System, it already had a model. The building was imbued with a classical atmosphere, meticulously crafted and carved, resembling wings spread wide. Its eaves were sharp as knives, shimmering with silver light, awe-inspiring. The spire soared into the clouds, its apex seemingly containing a pearl, symbolizing its uniqueness.
There is an ancient bell under the spire.
One after another, the sound that knocked on heaven struck into everyone's heart.
Elizabeth couldn't help but open her mouth wide, her eyes full of her fascination and love for architecture.
It is rare to find a building that can balance aesthetics and practicality!
Apart from anything else, she is very happy to set up a stall under this building every day!
Her husband and other townspeople couldn't help but admire, "Lord Lin really loves this kind of extremely luxurious and impressive architecture!"
“It’s perfect!”
"My Lord, you are wise!"
But there is one thing...
They were a little puzzled.
After a long silence, someone finally spoke up for them, "Isn't this calligraphy a little too ugly?"
"Isn't it too inconsistent with the building?"
"Oh my god, what kind of aesthetic is this! Can't Master Lin find someone with a good sense of aesthetics to write it?"
Peter, who was patrolling the streets nearby, said quietly, "Is it ugly? Lord Lin wrote it himself, and he said he had to show you his handiwork."
Townspeople: “…”
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