6kv Chapter 201 Matching the Wolves
Chapter 201 Matching the Wolves
Paul and Melanie exchanged a glance, both seeing the smiles on each other's faces. They had been ordered by the King to help defend the Black Pine Forest, and were about to return home after completing the clearing mission.
Unexpectedly, we were able to secure a stable supply of essential crops, which was a pleasant surprise.
Richard was in a good mood. His trip was originally just to purchase anti-cold agents for the ice-bound layer of the mine, and he had no intention of discussing trade cooperation at all.
Since we happened to encounter the snow deer and snow fox, we might as well finalize the cooperation agreement and save ourselves the trouble of making a special trip later.
Of course, for the Qifeng Trading Company to truly get things running, it would have to wait until the thousands of family members of the soldiers were brought over from Benlang.
Only then will there be enough citizens to choose from, enough to form a basic business team, and enough to customize relevant processes and rules; otherwise, opening up rashly will only lead to chaos.
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Richard raised his glass, then looked up at the Snow Deer heir and smiled:
"Sir Paul, once you return, you can have Oscar come directly to my Chiffon Market to trade for life crops. He can also bring Frost and Snow Fox crops along with him."
"However, I would like to wait until the last day of summer to sign the formal trade contract. Chiffon will hold its opening ceremony on that day, and I will be waiting for you all in the territory."
As soon as she finished speaking, Lucy's eyes widened in astonishment.
"Open the city next month? Richard, are you kidding me? The construction speed of Chiffon Territory is actually this fast?"
On countless quiet nights, she couldn't help but miss the boy who started from scratch in the wilderness.
Several times I had the urge to visit Qi Feng, but when I thought about how he was too busy to even attend the summer hunt, I could only silently endure it.
Who would have thought that after such a short time, he would say the city would open next month!
Richard, seeing the shock in her eyes, couldn't help but chuckle softly, and said in a calm tone:
"I've spent all the thousands of gold coins I earned from selling farming techniques. It's hard to be slow. Besides, I have a few mages helping me, so it's normal for it to be a little faster. You'll see when the time comes."
The reason it was scheduled for the last day of summer was because Richard had estimated that all unicorns would reach the advanced transcendent realm by then.
At that time, Chiffon's overall combat strength will be able to rival that of the Wolf Riders!
After working so hard for so long, Richard really wanted to get Chiffon to stand openly in front of everyone as soon as possible, instead of having to hide things like this, which was so boring.
As long as Qi Feng's apparent combat strength is on par with Benlang's, even if others are curious about Qi Feng's construction and development speed, they will only keep it to themselves and dare not utter a word in front of others, and that is enough.
It's like I have a huge pile of steel coils. You might be curious about how I got them, but when I casually hold them up and play with them, you'd better not be curious.
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Melanie took a sip of wine, her eyes sparkling with curiosity, but she didn't press for answers like Lucy did.
Since Richard has set a date, we can go to Chiffon Territory in person to find out the truth. Asking too many questions would be impolite.
She winked at Richard and smiled:
"This time, it won't leave me disappointed like it did with the summer hunt. I'll not only prepare generous gifts, but also invite familiar nobles to come and support me."
Paul, on the other hand, appeared much calmer.
He already knew about the changes at Chiffon Collar through the Ferret Trading Company, but judging from Melanie's appearance, he knew that Snow Deer hadn't gossiped about it and was keeping his mouth shut.
"Xuelu will definitely come, bringing his family and generous gifts to congratulate Qifeng on its opening day."
Richard smiled and thanked him.
The four men raised their glasses and clinked them together in a relaxed atmosphere. After a few rounds of drinks, Richard finally steered the conversation back to the core purpose of their trip.
"Besides discussing cooperation with you all today, I have another request. I've been busy with various matters concerning my territory lately, and I'm worried that I won't have time to stockpile cold-resistance potions by the end of autumn. I wonder if any of the three of you could resell me a batch?"
When her sweetheart spoke, Lucy had no reason to refuse, so she spoke first.
I have over five hundred bottles of frost.
"Take them all. It's summer now; I'll stock up on another batch before winter."
Paul and Melanie nodded in agreement without hesitation.
"I still have several hundred bottles of Snow Deer liquor left, and I'll have Oscar deliver them to Chiffon as soon as possible."
"I don't know how many Snow Foxes have left, but providing two hundred bottles is definitely not a problem."
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Although cold-resistance potions are basic potions, they are strategic winter supplies in the North. When winter comes, heavy snow closes off the mountains, and without cold-resistance potions, even extraordinary soldiers cannot stay active for long periods of time.
Although they still had plenty of time to stockpile, without even setting a price, they resold hundreds of bottles without batting an eye. That's the advantage of having many friends.
Richard thanked them one by one, and then took the opportunity to bring up another request, which was to make a complete set of parts such as metal bearings and wear-resistant hinges needed for the city gate.
Such special items can only be crafted by artisans in large workshops in the capital or the South. They are hard to find in the North, so Lucy and Melanie have no way to make them.
Such special items can only be crafted by artisans in large workshops in the capital or the South. They are hard to find in the North, so Lucy and Melanie have no way to make them.
Paul smiled and said that the Southern Territory was the home of the Ferret Trading Company, and there were still caravans traveling between the North and South Territories year-round. He could have the Ferret Trading Company find them as quickly as possible.
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With this, all of Richard's requests for this trip were resolved: the cold-resistant medicine, the city gate parts, and the trade cooperation were all finalized.
Richard was in a great mood!
He raised his hand to signal to the old butler, Frosty, who was serving him.
"Old butler, please go to the guest room and call my maid Nicole over. I have brought some good things to share with you all."
The old butler bowed and withdrew after receiving the order. A moment later, Nicole slowly walked over carrying a wooden box and placed it on the stone table in the garden.
Melanie squinted at Lucy, but teased Richard:
"Lucy said that when you visited her last time, you gave her a bottle of 30-year-old Elven Moonlight Wine, which is Earl Wolf's prized possession. You really gave it to him."
At this point, she sighed, turned her head, and looked at Paul with a pitiful expression.
"Hey! If I were ten years younger, I might have had a chance to try it too, don't you think, Paul?"
"Hehe." Paul didn't say anything, just smiled.
Lucy's face flushed slightly.
Her original intention was to promote Chiffon's generosity and give her beloved a good reputation, but now that Melanie said it, it had a different flavor.
Seeing his rose being teased and looking shy, Richard smiled at Melanie as he opened the wooden box:
"That was originally a gift for Miss Lucy, but thanks to her, you're in for a treat today too."
The moment the wooden crate was opened, a rich sense of life rushed out!
The emerald green melon, shimmering with pale purple light, lay heavily on a cashmere mat. Just looking at it made one feel as if every pore on their body was opening up.
Everyone present was stunned. Paul swallowed hard, his aristocratic composure almost crumbling at that moment.
Melanie's red lips parted into a rounded arc, and her originally alluring eyes widened... He looked on incredulously.
Lucy immediately covered her mouth, freezing on the spot.
God...
--Iridium watermelon!
Richard burst into laughter at the sight of the three men's shocked expressions!
"I have been constantly experimenting with and improving new farming techniques, so I planted a batch of seasonal fruits. I just didn't expect to be so lucky. In one acre of watermelon field, I actually harvested an Iridium-quality watermelon."
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Richard winked at Lucy.
"I originally planned to save it for Miss Lucy to enjoy slowly, but since the four families happen to be gathered here today, I might as well bring it out for everyone to enjoy, as a way of thanking Snow Fox and Snow Deer for their help with the chiffon cake."