Chapter 195: Victory Settlement after Dinner

The carriage carrying the snow and wind disappeared at the end of the street lamps, blending into the long night, leaving the noise and warmth behind.

Looking at the silhouette that gradually disappeared at the end of the street, Irene's ups and downs in mood could not calm down for a long time, and her right hand holding the pocket watch unconsciously pressed against her chest.

"Theresa..."

Walking up to Her Royal Highness the Princess, Theresa said respectfully.

"What can I do for you, Princess?"

"No... I just... do I look weird right now?" Irene reached out and touched her face, as if checking the temperature of the fireplace.

Looking at that face that had lost its composure but was pretending to be calm, Theresa smiled helplessly in her heart and nodded.

"With all due respect, I'm afraid that's the case."

"It seems I should control my emotions... Theresa, follow me and take a deep breath. We need to calm down."

"Yes, Your Highness." Although Theresa felt that she had always been calm, she still cooperated with her obediently.

Erin took a deep breath and clapped her hands over her face, seeming to calm herself down.

However, just as Theresa was thinking this, her Royal Highness the Princess, who seemed to have calmed down, couldn't help but whispered.

"What kind of gift do you think I should give in return? Is there something meaningful? Not too cheap, but not too expensive either. It would be best if our financial situation could afford it..."

Although the Campbell family allocated a lot of money to family members to maintain decent expenses, the "own money" she could withdraw at will was not much, otherwise she would not have auctioned her pocket watch to raise money for charity.

Theresa didn't know whether to laugh or cry when she heard this, and she coughed lightly and said.

"Your Highness, you need to think about the meaning of things yourself. I'm sorry that I can't help you with your worries..."

"Indeed, I was presumptuous. Please pretend that I never said that. I have to figure it out myself..."

Irene took another deep breath of the cold air. Obviously, she had realized that she was not really calm, but she just couldn't suppress her restless emotions.

She held her forehead in distress and muttered to herself in frustration.

"Ahh, why is it so troublesome, what's wrong with me?! Erin Campbell, you have to cheer up!"

At this moment, she was extremely grateful that there was no one around, especially Mr. Colin was not here and did not see her useless expression... otherwise she would be ashamed.

but--

Not necessarily.

If it was that gentleman, he would definitely resolve her restless emotions in a considerate, humorous and elegant way and would definitely not let her feel embarrassed.

After all, she was always fine when he was by her side. She even saw herself in his eyes, more confident, elegant and shining than she usually saw herself in the mirror... even if he didn't say a single flattering word.

They had only been apart for less than a minute and she actually began to miss him.

I must be crazy...

Watching Her Royal Highness the Princess start to talk nonsense, Theresa sighed in her heart, silently glanced around, and used her eyes to block the servants who tried to come over and ask if she needed help.

At this moment, she looked like a young girl who had just fallen in love, completely losing her former calmness, elegance and decency.

Theresa knew very well that her respected princess would definitely not want others to see the expression on her face at this moment.

And this is the only thing I can do.

But then again, she was actually quite surprised in her heart that love could really make people lose their minds.

She had always thought that it only existed in the stories made up by bards, until she saw that Princess Irene, who had been smart since childhood, also showed a broken expression.

But speaking of the Bard's story...

Theresa's heart moved slightly.

"How about writing a letter?"

Irene lowered her hands from holding her head and looked at her in surprise.

"write a letter?"

"Yes...didn't he say that I could write to him?"

Theresa nodded subtly and continued.

"I think you don't have to be in trouble to write a letter. You can actually chat casually when you have nothing to do... For example, what interesting things happened today, or what pleasant or unpleasant things happened. Compared to writing a letter only when you have something to do, I think this may appear more sincere."

This idea was not something she came up with on the spur of the moment, but was written in a knight novel she read when she was a child.

Although the metaphor is not appropriate, it seems that this is how the princess in the castle flirted with her knight lover behind the king's back.

Of course, in the end, when the knight was about to return with glory, he was seduced by the succubus from hell. She tore up the book in anger, so she didn't see the rest of the story.

It’s a pity when I think about it now.

Irene's eyes gradually brightened and she excitedly held Theresa's hand.

"Teresa, you are so smart! Thank you!"

"You're welcome, Princess. It's my honor to share your worries... I hope my immature advice can help you."

Theresa nodded slightly and prayed silently in her heart.

When it comes to riding and fighting, she has rich practical experience, but after all, she has never experienced such things, so she can only refer to novels.

Hope it doesn't turn out to be a bad idea...

…

In the carriage.

Looking at the Andes family's estate disappearing outside the car window, Luo Yan raised a faint smile and reached out to close the car window.

Recently, his driver has gradually become more sensible and finally knows to keep quiet when the boss doesn't speak, which makes him less worried.

Of course, Punk's change was only the most insignificant of his many gains tonight. The biggest trophy was naturally the favor of the entire Thunder City upper class and the friendship of the Andes family.

Baron Gus had been wearing white silk and posing seductively for more than a month but had failed to do so, but he accomplished it in just one dinner party.

Of course, this is also thanks to the "efforts" of his subordinate Fudo.

From tonight onwards, Diamond will become the new darling of Thunder City's upper class society and will be sought after by Baron Gus's rural nobles who are eager to squeeze into the upper class circle.

The specialty of the Rock and Earth Soul Tribe has completely opened up sales in Thunder City.

It's not even just Thunder City and the surrounding baronies.

Soon the "Eye of Irene" will become the most dazzling embellishment on Archduke Edward's crown, and by then the entire Principality of Campbell and even the Kingdom of Lane will look at these glittering treasures in a new light and be fascinated by the stories behind them and the wealth myth of the New World.

It would be impossible for him to accomplish this task by himself, but with the help of the people in the manor behind him, it would be more than enough.

Especially the Andean family who directly "shared the spoils" with him.

Next, they will use their influence in the Old World to promote the timeless story and expand their own business territory.

According to the agreement reached by both parties, the Andes family will hold 30% of the shares of Colin Mining Company and be fully responsible for the company's operations. Luo Yan only needs to be responsible for sending people to keep an eye on the account books and replenish the warehouse in time according to the output of the diamond mine.

Andes promised him annual profits of no less than one million gold coins and a market share growth of no less than 10% each year for ten years.

If it is not achieved, the Colin family can terminate the contract at any time.

In fact, this supplementary clause was purely redundant. After all, this diamond mine was in Luo Yan's own hands from beginning to end.

As long as he wants, he can change his partners at any time. After all, the contract is guaranteed by power, and no contract can constrain power itself.

But he won't do that.

After all, no one is more suitable to do this than the Andes family, and he has no intention of finding another competitor for his business.

Exclusive operation is required at this time.

Finding two people to compete and fight with each other will only disrupt the market and allow "consumers" to take advantage.

Andes was naturally aware of this, so he kept a very humble attitude when negotiating the contract.

According to general practice, this kind of business with more exaggerated profits than robbery was split 50-50 according to the pirates' rules, but he took the initiative to give up 20%.

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For the Andes family, they had no initiative and needed to use the 20% profit they gave up to ensure that the Colin family, who could get off at any time, would sit on their chariot. And Luo Yan just needed to give them 30% of the profit to buy off the entire Andes family. Money didn't mean much to him, it was just a tool to buy people's hearts.

So the two sides hit it off.

Before long, perhaps someone, motivated by profit, will set sail to find the Chao Continent he mentioned.

However, Luo Yan was sure that even if they found the elves' continent in the center of the whirlpool sea, they would not be able to find his territory.

By then, he would naturally have his own ways to whet the appetite of these people, but that was not what he needed to do now.

What he has to do now is to make the entire upper class of Thunder City become his captives little by little, and sell their souls to the devil without realizing it.

Conquering them is equivalent to conquering the wallet of the Duchy of Campbell.

As for the Honorable Princess Campbell.

Perhaps she could be considered his trophy tonight, but in fact she was not his main target, or rather his goal had been achieved in the process.

Looking at the Demon King who was resting with his eyes closed, Youyou, who was floating beside him, sighed from the bottom of her heart.

"As expected of the Demon King, you are truly a sinful demon."

As a worm in someone's stomach, although it didn't know what Luo Yan was thinking, it could probably sense vague emotions.

It's obvious! This guy is secretly happy again!

Luo Yan glanced at the air beside him and replied casually in his heart.

"It's true that I'm the devil, but I didn't do anything bad today, did I?"

Youyou: "Huh? Doesn't deceiving the feelings of an innocent girl count?"

I thought it would say something, but it just said this. Luo Yan smiled faintly, made the sign of the cross on his chest, and said, imitating the way the followers of Saint Sith prayed.

"I just answered her inner prayer."

Youyou looked at Luo Yan in surprise, with only admiration in her heart.

As expected of the Demon King! The two sentences clearly mean the same thing, but they are said in different ways, giving people a completely different feeling!

At this time, Luo Yan suddenly remembered something, so he asked.

"By the way, Youyou, how much has your faith value increased tonight?"

"Let me see...hiss! Lord Demon, your daily increase in Faith Points has actually increased by 10,000 points! Too strong...What on earth did you do?! Did you drug their champagne?!"

When looking at Luo Yan, Youyou's eyes were full of admiration, and she almost wished she could turn into the shape of the devil statue.

When he heard this number, Luo Yan was also surprised for a moment, but he was soon relieved.

Souls above the silver level are everywhere there, so it is not surprising that they contribute more faith points than ordinary people. I am afraid that Princess Irene alone has contributed a lot.

One hundred more closed beta test qualifications have been added.

It turns out that you have to pick the fattest leeks...

…

The carriage stopped downstairs of the Morning Embrace Hotel.

After Luo Yan got out of the car, he looked at Punk who was standing respectfully beside him and said.

"What do you think?"

Hearing the boss taking the initiative to talk to him, Punk was slightly stunned, thought seriously for a few seconds and then spoke.

"Sir, I discovered that there is a reason why the Andes family can rule this city."

Even though it was just nonsense, it was a big improvement for him, which showed that he was learning.

Luo Yan said with a smile.

"So what's the reason you saw it?"

"Every guest, no matter how distinguished they are, can get what they want from him, be it money, honor, or something else. Whether it's the distinguished Campbell family, or ordinary wealthy people in Queens, or other nobles..." Punk glanced at his master cautiously, and then said, "Even you."

Luo Yan nodded approvingly.

"Very good, you have made progress."

"Thank you, sir." A sincere smile appeared on Punk's face, like a big kid who had received praise.

This recognition made him happier even than the gold coins.

Of course, it would be even better if there were gold coins.

"No need to thank me, I'm just telling the truth," Luo Yan said casually, "Although you are still far from Andes, your current ability is enough to run a small business to support yourself and your family, and you may even make a small fortune. If you work hard enough and pay attention to education, your son and grandson may have the opportunity to become someone like Andorra, but if you want to move up, you need some luck and opportunity."

Hearing these words that seemed to be a farewell, Punk said quickly.

"Sir, please let me continue to stay by your side. I think...serving you is the greatest meaning of my life."

Luo Yan was very satisfied with the expression on his face.

The devil likes this kind of ambitious people the most, and at this moment his eyes are burning with unprecedented ambition.

Now, it's time to open Roxelle Colin's third magic box for the citizens of Thunder City.

"Very good. Then tomorrow you will do something for me. Go to Silver Pine Street next to Queen Street in your own name to buy five shops and turn them into tea shops. These shops don't need to be too big. They should be spacious, bright, and simply decorated without losing their elegance... You can refer to the style of the banks in the port area. As for the signboard, just make it simple and easy to remember. Now is the time to test your learning ability."

Although he couldn't guess Mr. Colin's intention, Punk still respectfully wrote down every word and nodded seriously.

"Yes, sir."

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(Happy New Year! Brothers! It's a new year again. I wish you all the best in the new year and all your wishes come true! I also want to go and accompany my family, haha.) (End of this chapter)