There's no need to hesitate. A 50/50 split would yield at least 25 million gold coins. The temptation of getting rich overnight is something not everyone can resist.
From now on, she won't have to be so timid about doing things anymore, and she won't have to worry about money. She can be more unrestrained. After thinking for a moment, Maggie decided to go for it.
Maggie turned and exchanged a knowing smile with Nydia; with just one glance, the two understood each other's meaning.
Negotiations have officially begun.
Maggie didn't reveal all her secrets to Nydia, but simply told her that she was willing to bear all the risks of failure.
Although she coveted the financial benefits, she knew that if this made Laurie wary of her and aware of her financial strength, it would be a loss for her.
No one can guarantee that Nydia won't tell anyone.
Being cautious is never a bad thing.
At first, Nydia hesitated, but after Maggie moved out of the Duke of Zefnia's mansion, she thought about it for a moment and then agreed to Maggie's request.
It wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that the Duke's wealth was comparable to that of a country, and no one would question that.
Maggie had also grasped this point, and was certain that Nydia would take the bait, which is why she dared to use this form of transaction.
So, a rather strange scene unfolded in the VIP area.
The Holy Maiden of Light and the president of the Mage Guild bowed to each other and chatted in hushed tones. No one knew what they said, only that when the competition ended, both of them left with satisfied smiles on their faces.
"That's strange..."
Burvin watched the two figures walk away, his expression somewhat puzzled.
Two people who were barely acquainted yesterday are suddenly chatting non-stop like they've met kindred spirits today, and the worst part is they don't let anyone else hear them, which is really annoying.
Indeed, Burvin had originally planned to ask Maggie for some spellcasting tips today, but Nydia took up most of his time, and he didn't get a chance to ask her anything before the event ended.
...
Inside the Temple of Light, in a dimly lit room.
The young man with long silver hair lay on the bed, half-conscious and half-awake. The thin blanket only covered his waist. His delicate face was flushed, and even his two pointed elf ears were pink.
Two long, snow-white legs seemed to be rubbing against the bed sheet with unbearable urges, causing a series of alluring folds in the room.
If Maggie were here, she would probably misunderstand that he had taken some kind of drug he shouldn't have, but in fact it was just that his magic had temporarily gone out of control, causing his body to become excessively hot.
After an unknown amount of time, he slowly opened his pale red eyes.
The young man struggled to get out of bed, supporting his upper body with one hand. The blanket slipped down, revealing his fair and delicate skin and his perfectly proportioned physique—any more would be unbalanced, any less would be too thin.
Her features were so beautiful that it was impossible to look away. The unique beauty and purity of an elf, unlike the mermaid who was cool and alluring, always gave people a sense that she was absolutely untouchable.
He tried to get out of bed, but could only fall back down helplessly. His physical discomfort made it difficult for him to even move his fingertips.
Elves nearing their coming-of-age ceremony should return to the Green Forest as soon as possible, otherwise they will be affected by the monthly magical fluctuations, switching back and forth between their adult and juvenile forms.
Their strength will plummet, leaving them extremely weak.
"I'm still a long way from adulthood, how could this be...."
The voice was more mature than that of the young Nesser, no longer childish but still pure enough. The adult Nesser gave a bitter twitch at the corner of his mouth and helplessly covered his eyes.
"No, Maggie is very busy right now, we can't disturb her..."
Nesser shook his head, clearing the thought of going to Maggie from his mind, and almost greedily clutched the other half of the candy that Maggie had given him.
Maggie saved him and brought him here, so we absolutely must not cause Maggie any trouble.
Maggie had no idea that Nesser didn't call her "sister" behind her back, but instead called her by her first name, in a tone as intimate as if she were addressing a lover.
For the rest of the day, Nesser neither went to the temple library nor practiced magic in the training grounds; he simply locked himself in his room.
The figure on the bed would switch back and forth between a child and an adult, and each time it did, Nesser would break out in a cold sweat.
Until the entire sheet is soaked and wet.
"If we just wait a little longer, Maggie promised me she would come back to the Green Forest with me."
Nesser muttered to himself, as if it were a pillar of support, helping him get through this difficult day.
Only when the fairy stone placed on his bedside table flashed did he stretch out his fair white arm from under the covers and grab the fairy stone in his hand.
The Mother Tree of Elves is calling the elves home, but they cannot return now.
With Nesser's talent and the blessing of the Elf Mother Tree, his strength will grow even faster, so theoretically the sooner he returns, the better.
But Nesser only wanted to become stronger and achieve a higher position in the competition for the Forest Spirit seat.
"We must win one for Maggie."
He gripped the spirit stone tighter and tighter, his mind flashing back to Maggie, who had gradually turned to dust over the long years, and the sense of urgency in his heart grew stronger.
He didn't want Maggie to die; he wanted Maggie to stay with him forever.
As long as she can get the fruit, Maggie can have a long lifespan like an elf and stay with him forever.
Always... always... always...
Nesser thought about it almost pathologically.
...
On her way back to her room, Maggie suddenly felt a chill run down her spine for some reason, as if she were being stared at by some vengeful ghost, and she shivered involuntarily.
The little ghost, who had been missing for several days, had returned at some point. Like Roy, he stayed beside Maggie. When he saw Maggie suddenly shiver, he laughed out loud in a very wicked way.
"What, you got sick from being upset by someone just because I was gone for two days?"
The little ghost crossed her arms, and DouDou's eyes were full of disdain.
"It's a pity it isn't, I'm sorry to disappoint you."
Maggie shrugged, pushed open the door and went inside. She carelessly kicked off her shoes, threw herself onto the soft bed, and said lazily.
"They might be my enemies, plotting to kill me behind my back."
She spoke of it casually, as if it were as simple as eating and drinking.
"Indeed, there are countless people who wish you dead."
The little ghost nodded.
"So where did you get this Soul Fire from? Its quality is so pure, without any memory residue. Don't tell me you defeated the second Queen of the Dead."
After the little ghost returned, Maggie gave him the extinguished undead fire, hoping it would help them advance in their level.
"Hmm... a gift from nature, found in a flower bed by the temple road."
Maggie lies without batting an eye, her face full of seriousness, making full use of her ability to spout nonsense.
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