Shadow Covenant

Chapter 12 "Desire"

Before Woody reached the study, he met his target in the corridor.

Susan Edith.

She is currently one of the heads of the Edith family's publicity.

She is also the manager of the winery and the sales liaison responsible for all channels.

Today's Susan obviously dressed up seriously, wearing a dark red court dress that is fashionable in the Palermo aristocratic circle, and her ears and fingers are also adorned with gorgeous jewelry of various colors.

Although the traces of the years can be seen from the corners of the eyebrows, they still look graceful and luxurious.

But when she saw Woody at the other end of the corridor, Susan, who was about to go to the gate of the manor to receive the guests from the Lutov family, was stunned.

Because of Woody's current attire, apart from a thin set of clothing, the most conspicuous thing is the black ribbon that covers his eyes.

If it wasn't for Woody's active call, she wouldn't have even realized who this black-haired, blindfolded teenager with a sunny smile was.

"Woody, your eyes..."

Subconsciously, she thought that Woody's eyes had been hurt, and she said as she approached.

Fortunately, Woody had expected it a long time ago, according to the draft he had already prepared in his heart.

First, as usual, he opened his hand to catch his aunt's hug, and then patted her on the back, comforting her.

"Aunt Susan, I'm fine. I just stay in the dark for a long time, and I'm a little sensitive to light. I can still see clearly."

"I can clearly see several lines on the carpet on the floor. This ribbon doesn't affect my eyesight."

Hearing Woody's words, although Susan felt something was wrong, she saw that he could still see, so she didn't ask too much. Anyway, her eyes were fine, so she was relieved.

At this time, Susan asked Woody's purpose.

After hearing this, Woody looked a little hesitant, but finally looked at the lady in front of him who was arranging his clothes as if nothing had happened, and finally said.

"Auntie, that's it. Is the Rutov family trying to sell the winery to you today? Or shares?"

As soon as the lady heard this, she subconsciously frowned, and her voice became much harsher.

"Who told you that?"

Before the matter was completed, she hardly told anyone about the acquisition of Rutov Winery.

Including his own daughter Willand, only Cromwell knows about it, but his mouth has always been strict...

How did he know?
"It really is……"

Susan's words were self-evident, and Woody knew it.

"Since this is the case, then naturally we can't let the family who takes care of him like this..."

The determination in the eyes can be felt through the ribbon.

"Auntie, I heard a piece of news..."

He began to organize his words without waiting for his aunt to ask how he knew the secret sale of the Rutov family winery.

He told the lady in front of him half-truths and half-truths about the information that had been drafted on the way.

He also reported his conjecture and told her.

The signing of the trade route agreement between elves and humans is not a trivial matter.

In addition to the extra trade opportunities, the products exported by the elves also had a serious impact on many commodities in human society.

In the previous life, on the eve of the dark year, Woody remembered that there were many small street shops with elf gimmicks in various regions, including Northland.

The "Excellent" quality +1 Elf-style magic sword once became the most cost-effective weapon for players in the early stage.

Occasionally, legal professions will take one for a rainy day.

In addition to these, the rare herbs, furs and spices produced by the sublime forest, as well as the products made by elves are also very good.

When these products poured into human society one after another, the original market began to change.

Among them, the most well-known and occupying a large market share is the fine wine brewed by the elves.

Whether it is "Moon Dew" that exudes a scent of grass and trees, slightly sweet in the mouth, and has a long stamina, or "Senge", a spirit that is not inferior to the "Fire of the Furnace" brewed by the dwarves, players are full of praise.

After all, after drinking these wines, the buff effect for the players is really good.

It can be said that apart from being expensive, there are no other disadvantages.

And it's normal for elves to brew wine.

After all, elves have a long lifespan. Although most elves don't like to drink, the elves who can't stand each have a longer life span.

As long as there are elves who can drink, then after hundreds of thousands of years of improvement and precipitation, the wine-making technology far exceeds that of human beings who cherish themselves.

When Woody was talking about the elf agreement, the lady with a slightly sullen expression stopped immediately.

Originally, he wanted to say it out, so that Woody would not think about getting involved in business now, but he also swallowed it back.

It is impossible for her, who has been immersed in the business world for many years, not to know the impact on the liquor industry if the elf agrees to open up.

Smuggling activities have always been going on, and there are several bottles of elf wine that have flowed to the Palermo area. As the owner of the wine estate, she is also fortunate enough to drink a few glasses.

That taste is really hard to forget.

However, due to the scarcity of the quantity, and many materials are not available to humans.

At that time, it was regarded as an experience, and it was nothing.

Didn't think that much at all.

But today, when Woody said it, Susan suddenly recalled the elf wine she had tasted a few years ago.

If that kind of wine is sold publicly in human society, then...

Thinking of this, Susan turned pale.

Although she has already believed most of it in her heart.

But he still couldn't help looking at the handsome young man who was blindfolded with a ribbon and couldn't see his expression clearly, and asked.

"Woody, are you telling the truth?"

Woody didn't respond to his aunt's question, but asked her back.

"Auntie, even if the news is false, do you dare to bear the risk behind it?"

The answer was very clear to both of them.

Naturally it cannot.

If she really wants to buy Lutov Winery, she will definitely use up all the funds that the current wine estate can have.

A couple of East Palermo properties might have to be added as collateral.

It’s okay if you don’t know the news about Woody, just wait until the two wineries produce fine wine at the same time.

Then you will be able to usher in a turning point and flourish.

In the future, the alcohol industry under her control will monopolize the entire Palermo, and even radiate to other cities in the Kingdom of Bavialo.

But if it is known that the elves may sign a peaceful trade agreement.

What Susan is buying now is not an inexhaustible gold mine, but a powerful bomb that may explode at any time and destroy the Edith family's foundation.

She couldn't afford to gamble, neither could the wine estate.

Although some people say that businessmen can sell ropes to hang themselves for profit, the premise is that the profit is directly proportional to the income.

The Lutov family's winery is far from enough for Susan to be able to overwhelm the entire winery's foundation.

Seeing Susan's expression, Woody naturally knew that his task had been completed.

As for the rest.

This Susan Edith, who is known as the "Queen of Wine" and is well-versed in the Palermo aristocratic circle, will know what to do.

Seeing that Woody was about to leave, Susan, whose mind was full of peace and trade agreements, didn't have the heart to stop him.

Just asked him what he wanted, and sent him to Cromwell.

She has now given up on buying the winery and turned to thinking about how to seize this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

In this prosperous world that is about to start, get a share.

Woody, on the other hand, went to Cromwell to withdraw a sum of generous pocket money.

His savings had been exhausted in the "Green Grass Trial".

Walking out of the room, Woody took out the heavy money bag he just got, and looked at the golden coins the size of his thumb filled with it.

He twitched slightly.

valuation.

At least two hundred gold coins.

Woody frowned, feeling a little happy in his heart.

It seems that my aunt is still very kind, and it's not worth reminding her.

Two hundred gold coins is for a first-level player.

But a lot of money.

At least in the next purchase of weapons and supplies, it can be greatly improved.

Although magic items cannot be purchased directly.

But if he goes to buy basic alchemy potion materials for demon hunters, it will be absolutely sufficient.

This extra alchemy potion is enough to give him a little more insurance in the next "upgrade plan".

Woody asked the housekeeper to prepare the carriage, and when he went out, he asked the coachman to go straight to the busiest and hottest neighborhood in Palermo.

——"Market Avenue" under the North Quayside District

There, it is also where sailors, mercenaries and adventurers gather.

There are many taverns on both sides, with candles burning day and night.

The Adventurer's Association, the guilds and trade unions of various professions are also located there.

And as a professional, he finally has the qualifications to enter there.

Thinking of this, the noble boy sitting in the carriage couldn't help but clenched his hands.

The stable and comfortable aristocratic life these few days may allow ordinary people to indulge in it and forget the disputes outside - but it does not include him.

Even without the cyst curse behind him, he still felt that his heart was yearning for adventure.

The heart of the witcher.

longing for...

fighting.

(End of this chapter)