Chapter 153: Dekan's Superficial Brother
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Chapter 153: Dekan's Superficial Brother
Both of them covered their mouths and noses, looking disdainfully at each other.
Then, the guard showed a resigned expression and shook his head in helplessness. His appearance shifted, seemingly removing the disguise, and turned into a young man.
"Oh, it's you. Didn't expect to meet you here," Dekan said, the slightly familiar voice not surprising him. He had already guessed it was Mauleon when he saw the [Hypnosis Gas.]
"Unscrupulous merchant, you're quite lucky to still be alive," Dekan said bluntly.
"Pot calling the kettle black, you unscrupulous card maker of the border town," the young man with pear-colored hair replied, his face revealing his usual casual smile. He always carried this demeanor, effortlessly navigating through social interactions.
His actions before swindling people were smooth and sophisticated, and his face was handsome. Although Mauleon always carried a smile, his eyes never showed much amusement. He exuded a strange charm mixed with a hint of danger, a contradiction that drew people in.
Even with Dekan wearing a mask, Mauleon recognized the eerie priest before him as Dekan.
However, Dekan remained silent at this moment, seemingly staring death at Mauleon.
"Don't be so scary. Our deal was fair and square. I just made a little profit," Mauleon said, sensing the unfriendly aura coming from Dekan. He quickly raised his hands in a gesture of peace.
He knew why Dekan was angry. It was probably about that batch of [Goblin Gangsters.]
"Is it really just a little?" Dekan found Mauleon's words somewhat amusing and asked in return.
"Absolutely, let me calculate for you..." Mauleon said as he took out a small ledger from his pocket, beginning to jot down calculations and doodles.
He muttered to himself about the price differences between the border and the capital, market supply and demand, transportation and sales costs, investment risks, and so on.
Dekan remained silent, but his fists were gradually clenched. The more he listened, the more uneasy he felt.
Dekan found himself having a strange illusion - he felt like Mauleon wasn't doing calculations, but rather preparing to issue fines like a traffic cop!
"Wait a moment, if you keep going like this, I might end up owing you money!" Dekan quickly stopped the merchant.
Mauleon: "I always stick to fair business practices, how could I possibly cheat you?"
"I had planned to lock them in the confessional, increase the dosage of the hypnotic gas so they wouldn't wake up for a day, leave some food and water inside, and then weld the door shut," Dekan explained.
"After gathering information from the town, we'd leave as quickly as possible for the city-state. Even if they managed to report the incident, it would take about four days for news to reach the city-state."
"We'd get 100 gold coins as operational funds and use the four days to quickly navigate through this Shadow World. If we're wanted afterwards, it doesn't matter. After completing the mission, we could have a carefree journey through the Holy Land."
Dekan didn't hide his intentions as he shared his plan with Mauleon.
Dekan's goal was clear - he had finally encountered a Shadow World with an open map and wanted to ensure there was plenty of time to explore the limited-time Holy Land map without regrets.
"Well, our ideas are a bit different," Mauleon said, stroking his chin.
Dekan replied, "Tell me yours."
Mauleon explained, "The first two steps are similar to yours, but after obtaining the starting capital, I would use it to establish myself and build wealth. Within four days, I would consume the city-state. Then, utilizing the power of the entire city-state, I will complete the Shadow World within the remaining six days. I'd also issue warrants and hunt down all the followers of the Resurgence Church."
Dekan thought Mauleon's plan was decent and perfectly reflected the style of this unscrupulous capitalist.
However, Dekan couldn't help but mock Mauleon inwardly.
What a pitiful solo player, having to play this game all by himself. I, on the other hand, have a great companion to enjoy this journey with."
"Since the two of us have met, there must be an even better solution, right?" Mauleon smiled suggestively.
He continued, "After all, I'm quite interested in the journey you mentioned. Besides, the more funds we have during the journey, the better, don't you think?"
Dekan replied, "Indeed, and I'm also curious about the wealth building' you mentioned."
Mauleon proposed, "How about...?"
Dekan didn't hesitate, "Then what's there to think about? Saving the endangered city-state and town is our duty."
Mauleon extended his hand to Dekan, who quickly grasped it.
With an agreement sealed by their handshake, the two of them decided to go and do some good deeds.
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Chapter 153: Dekan's Superficial Brother
Both of them covered their mouths and noses, looking disdainfully at each other.
Then, the guard showed a resigned expression and shook his head in helplessness. His appearance shifted, seemingly removing the disguise, and turned into a young man.
"Oh, it's you. Didn't expect to meet you here," Dekan said, the slightly familiar voice not surprising him. He had already guessed it was Mauleon when he saw the [Hypnosis Gas.]
"Unscrupulous merchant, you're quite lucky to still be alive," Dekan said bluntly.
"Pot calling the kettle black, you unscrupulous card maker of the border town," the young man with pear-colored hair replied, his face revealing his usual casual smile. He always carried this demeanor, effortlessly navigating through social interactions.
His actions before swindling people were smooth and sophisticated, and his face was handsome. Although Mauleon always carried a smile, his eyes never showed much amusement. He exuded a strange charm mixed with a hint of danger, a contradiction that drew people in.
Even with Dekan wearing a mask, Mauleon recognized the eerie priest before him as Dekan.
However, Dekan remained silent at this moment, seemingly staring death at Mauleon.
"Don't be so scary. Our deal was fair and square. I just made a little profit," Mauleon said, sensing the unfriendly aura coming from Dekan. He quickly raised his hands in a gesture of peace.
He knew why Dekan was angry. It was probably about that batch of [Goblin Gangsters.]
"Is it really just a little?" Dekan found Mauleon's words somewhat amusing and asked in return.
"Absolutely, let me calculate for you..." Mauleon said as he took out a small ledger from his pocket, beginning to jot down calculations and doodles.
He muttered to himself about the price differences between the border and the capital, market supply and demand, transportation and sales costs, investment risks, and so on.
Dekan remained silent, but his fists were gradually clenched. The more he listened, the more uneasy he felt.
Dekan found himself having a strange illusion - he felt like Mauleon wasn't doing calculations, but rather preparing to issue fines like a traffic cop!
"Wait a moment, if you keep going like this, I might end up owing you money!" Dekan quickly stopped the merchant.
Mauleon: "I always stick to fair business practices, how could I possibly cheat you?"
"I had planned to lock them in the confessional, increase the dosage of the hypnotic gas so they wouldn't wake up for a day, leave some food and water inside, and then weld the door shut," Dekan explained.
"After gathering information from the town, we'd leave as quickly as possible for the city-state. Even if they managed to report the incident, it would take about four days for news to reach the city-state."
"We'd get 100 gold coins as operational funds and use the four days to quickly navigate through this Shadow World. If we're wanted afterwards, it doesn't matter. After completing the mission, we could have a carefree journey through the Holy Land."
Dekan didn't hide his intentions as he shared his plan with Mauleon.
Dekan's goal was clear - he had finally encountered a Shadow World with an open map and wanted to ensure there was plenty of time to explore the limited-time Holy Land map without regrets.
"Well, our ideas are a bit different," Mauleon said, stroking his chin.
Dekan replied, "Tell me yours."
Mauleon explained, "The first two steps are similar to yours, but after obtaining the starting capital, I would use it to establish myself and build wealth. Within four days, I would consume the city-state. Then, utilizing the power of the entire city-state, I will complete the Shadow World within the remaining six days. I'd also issue warrants and hunt down all the followers of the Resurgence Church."
Dekan thought Mauleon's plan was decent and perfectly reflected the style of this unscrupulous capitalist.
However, Dekan couldn't help but mock Mauleon inwardly.
What a pitiful solo player, having to play this game all by himself. I, on the other hand, have a great companion to enjoy this journey with."
"Since the two of us have met, there must be an even better solution, right?" Mauleon smiled suggestively.
He continued, "After all, I'm quite interested in the journey you mentioned. Besides, the more funds we have during the journey, the better, don't you think?"
Dekan replied, "Indeed, and I'm also curious about the wealth building' you mentioned."
Mauleon proposed, "How about...?"
Dekan didn't hesitate, "Then what's there to think about? Saving the endangered city-state and town is our duty."
Mauleon extended his hand to Dekan, who quickly grasped it.
With an agreement sealed by their handshake, the two of them decided to go and do some good deeds.
Chapter 153: Dekan's Superficial BrotherBoth of them covered their mouths and noses, looking disdainfully at each other.Then, the guard showed a resigned expression and shook his head in helplessness. His appearance shifted, seemingly removing the disguise, and turned into a young man."Oh, it's you. Didn't expect to meet you here," Dekan said, the slightly familiar voice not surprising him. He had already guessed it was Mauleon when he saw the Hypnosis Gas."Unscrupulous merchant, you're quite lucky to still be alive," Dekan said bluntly."Pot calling the kettle black, you unscrupulous card maker of the border town," the young man with pear-colored hair replied, his face revealing his usual casual smile. He always carried this demeanor, effortlessly navigating through social interactions.His actions before swindling people were smooth and sophisticated, and his face was handsome. Although Mauleon always carried a smile, his eyes never showed much amusement. He exuded a strange charm mixed with a hint of danger, a contradiction that drew people in.Even with Dekan wearing a mask, Mauleon recognized the eerie priest before him as Dekan.However, Dekan remained silent at this moment, seemingly staring death at Mauleon."Don't be so scary. Our deal was fair and square. I just made a little profit," Mauleon said, sensing the unfriendly aura coming from Dekan. He quickly raised his hands in a gesture of peace.He knew why Dekan was angry. It was probably about that batch of Goblin Gangsters."Is it really just a little?" Dekan found Mauleon's words somewhat amusing and asked in return."Absolutely, let me calculate for you..." Mauleon said as he took out a small ledger from his pocket, beginning to jot down calculations and doodles.He muttered to himself about the price differences between the border and the capital, market supply and demand, transportation and sales costs, investment risks, and so on.Dekan remained silent, but his fists were gradually clenched. The more he listened, the more uneasy he felt.Dekan found himself having a strange illusion - he felt like Mauleon wasn't doing calculations, but rather preparing to issue fines like a traffic cop!"Wait a moment, if you keep going like this, I might end up owing you money!" Dekan quickly stopped the merchant.Mauleon: "I always stick to fair business practices, how could I possibly cheat you?""I had planned to lock them in the confessional, increase the dosage of the hypnotic gas so they wouldn't wake up for a day, leave some food and water inside, and then weld the door shut," Dekan explained."After gathering information from the town, we'd leave as quickly as possible for the city-state. Even if they managed to report the incident, it would take about four days for news to reach the city-state.""We'd get 100 gold coins as operational funds and use the four days to quickly navigate through this Shadow World. If we're wanted afterwards, it doesn't matter. After completing the mission, we could have a carefree journey through the Holy Land."Dekan didn't hide his intentions as he shared his plan with Mauleon.Dekan's goal was clear - he had finally encountered a Shadow World with an open map and wanted to ensure there was plenty of time to explore the limited-time Holy Land map without regrets."Well, our ideas are a bit different," Mauleon said, stroking his chin.Dekan replied, "Tell me yours."Mauleon explained, "The first two steps are similar to yours, but after obtaining the starting capital, I would use it to establish myself and build wealth. Within four days, I would consume the city-state. Then, utilizing the power of the entire city-state, I will complete the Shadow World within the remaining six days. I'd also issue warrants and hunt down all the followers of the Resurgence Church."Dekan thought Mauleon's plan was decent and perfectly reflected the style of this unscrupulous capitalist.However, Dekan couldn't help but mock Mauleon inwardly.What a pitiful solo player, having to play this game all by himself. I, on the other hand, have a great companion to enjoy this journey with.""Since the two of us have met, there must be an even better solution, right?" Mauleon smiled suggestively.He continued, "After all, I'm quite interested in the journey you mentioned. Besides, the more funds we have during the journey, the better, don't you think?"Dekan replied, "Indeed, and I'm also curious about the wealth building' you mentioned."Mauleon proposed, "How about...?"Dekan didn't hesitate, "Then what's there to think about? Saving the endangered city-state and town is our duty."Mauleon extended his hand to Dekan, who quickly grasped it.With an agreement sealed by their handshake, the two of them decided to go and do some good deeds.
