Vol 12 Chapter 5 (1/2)
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at 17th of August 2019 02:26:16 PM
Chapter 5
Only after the sound of waltz arose did I realize I was obligated to lead the first dance
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Speaking of this particular activity, none of iven me any positive testiivebecause only in this way could he scold me fairly and openly
Even with Fischer’s devoted instruction, I had only learned so much due to my preoccupied job nature
As the overture was nearly half played, I helplessly peeped about for an appropriate-looking lady to carry on this social activitycustouest cannot start before I finished half of the dance
As I scoped, I tried not over-intensifyface till I found herShe can’t be too young for dancing was a tea or everybody will think , she was like a newly-blooo
My choice had proven worthyShe stepped into the center of the dancing ground with me, a hint of pride showed, she was able to follow my lead after a moment or so adjustments
It looked like I will be able to finish safely because the audience began applauding
“It was a delight to dance, thank you” I let go of her at the finishi+ng tune
“It was a great honor to share a dance with Lord Viceroy” She curtsied and leftAs a gentleman, I cannot look elsewhere before she irlfriends’, she glanced back and smiledOnly until then I headed to Kirk and at this veryhboring hall?” Kirk said
“I’d love toWalk with me, you all” I nodded to all ere nearby Kirk and replied with a gentle smile
The destination was separated by several layers of a heavy curtain in order to completely cut off sound from the ball
“Sit down, make yourselves at hoed to have a forh lack proper opportunityI suppose you have been looking forward to tonight’s dance as much as I do, haven’t you?”
“AbsolutelyIt never occurred to e uess I should make it clear beforehandAnyway, our Lord Viceroy is always open to suggestionsTonight is a private party, you have questions, you ask; you have dissatisfaction, you tellSpeak out freely before our Lord Viceroy goes back to nor procedure tomorrow”
Hence my interaction with Winper’s ht-hearted atlorious ed noblelorioushere longer so that all of us canhowhere)
“Rest assured, I have lers and I’ll be around longer”
“So what kind of business You Excellency intends to deal with? Pardonto share your concern if it’s within our ability” An anxious merchant said
“That is very kind, thank youSpeaking of that, I do need a favor as well as your understanding and supportAs we all know, our homeland is at risk” I sipped my wine
“Er… we do, more or less” Half a moment later, a voice said, “But I’ business than warfare here in Winper, a commercial harbor”
“Of course I know thatI doubt I would put any of you to fight a battle” I laughed
“Then, Your Excellency, what else can we be of service?” A second prudent voice said
“You’re all s needs money, a lot of itWhat I need fro face
Hearing that I went straight to asking money from them, the ones who presented shared their looks and looked away from me at the same time
I spared them a look, “Well, you’re all fat, second-to-none businessovernment is low on funds”
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“Of course not…” They answered carelessly
“My friends, cal to support the war” Said Kirk, “He and I still need you to run business for our great province”
“But we are… small business, really small”
“Small? Don’t be absurdMister, you have 4 spice stores, a food staff workshop, a coastal fleet, and 3 ocean linersAnd you call your business sued with a low voice, “But it’s a tough ti is easyTalking about business hardshi+p, our viceroy has a whole province’sI’m sure of is that you all did make a fortune because of His Excellency’s policies in Winper City, and I don’t see a reason why you can’t offer so in return
Kirk’s rhetorical question drove every poor businessmen’s eyes to me
“Yourfor support instead of forcing you to give up your fortuneIt ently
“And sure enough, consider your support as venture capital, which will benefit you proportionally based on the extent of your contribution, as long as I, Cohen Kheda, holds the power of Dark City”
The said reward te eyes
At such a ti to be in the futureAnd the in my army meant enormous risk
I doubted anyone would make up his mind if no benefits were promised”
“Pardon me, Your Excellency, may I ask you a question?” The ‘small businessreat patience
“Thank you, and may I humbly inquire the kinds of benefit if we choose to support you”
“Decrees!” I said firive me support noill do the saine the benefits you’ll get if your contribution is large enough”
“Meaning?” Slinted
“As a business cole industry, a monopoly of one merchant, or have total jurisdiction of all businesses in a certain area?”
He turned into a stone at rew confusion, then obsession, and finally his body lost control and slumped into the chair
I chortled and sipped my wine
(Hmm, the liquid tastes better now)
“What say you? Howthat everybody has uous to tell
“Since the viceroy has asked, I… I’ve offering 1,000 in gold”
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“Count1,000”
“I… I’ll take 1,500”
The agony on their faces and sincere eyes made me almost believe these few thousands were all they had
Indeed, 1,000 gold was impossible for any commoners to make in their livesEven my dear wife Dior Merlin orth less than 4,000 when I met her, besides she had a lavish father
After beco my wife, Dior had no choice but to spare other businessest merchant in the darkAnd she had infor to meet at lunch today
Therefore I was fully aware that these despicable hu lanced Kirk