108 Chapter 108: Checkpoints (1/2)

”Then, let's make it formal.” Dylan reached out his hand for it to be shook by the four heads.

A handshake is the most common way of concluding a business deal. To offer your hand means that you are in an agreement with the business partner you gained. It also implies that the two parties have mutual trust with each other.

”Mhm.” Okemos took the initiative and was the first to shake Dylan's hands.

After him, Dylan shook the other entrepreneurs' hands next in the order of Arman, Steven, and Yander.

When the formalities were done, Dylan looked at the four and smiled, ” We can discuss the other details of the partnership inside the store. It may be inappropriate to continue our negotiation with bystanders divulging such valuable information to others.”

”Mhm.” All four nodded with the arrangements.

They knew that Dylan not only did this for his sake but also for them. If they were to openly state the details of their negotiation, their competitors in business might take advantage of it.

Dylan's actions gained the approval of the four entrepreneurs. Even Steven Bulwark who had a little bit of conflict with Dylan felt that he was no longer as annoying as before. They were beginning to have this hunch that maybe they did not lose out in this deal after​ all.

”Can I also invite you four gentlemen for a drink inside?” Dylan offered with an amicable smile. He walked to the door and opened the door for these four tycoons.

”Hahaha, then we must taste Young Noble's collection of wine.” Okemos laughed heartily as they walked inside.

”I must say that I am quite fickle when it comes to wine. Hahaha!” Yander smiled as well when he followed Okemos and entered the store. Naturally, Steven and Arman also entered.

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”He.. he really did it!”

”Amazing!”

”Damn, I wish I could be as calm and awesome as him!”

The crowd was shocked by this business deal. Dylan Ford had successfully made Charon Clanmaster Okemos , Schoolmaster Steven Bulwark, Sectmaster Yander, and Sectmaster Arman concede in a business deal!

These four were known to be business experts but in the end, they were forced into a deal by a newbie! This was an inconceivable matter! Subconsciously, the crowd gradually accepted Dylan as a formidable businessman.

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To the crowd what just happened maybe unfathomable, but for Dylan it was just a usual business deal. Truthfully, Dylan was a bit disappointed because if the four stayed stubborn and proud, Dylan would have been able to extract a whole lot more profit from them.

'But, this is fine as well. I was able to profit in this deal without giving any monetary exchange or barter of products.' Dylan thought inwardly while the smile in his face turned even more radiant as he walked inside the main Soaring Herbal Garden.

Indeed, Dylan's promise with the four was only to make the Premier Hall agree to be their backing while they would supply him with their high quality goods. Dylan, of course, had confidence in making Azelmek and Sheldon agree by giving them the method to boost their by half in just three weeks!

With the endorsement and protection of the Premier Hall, the Okemos Clan, Firebull School, Steelheart Sect, and Quadra Fang Sect would have a much better foothold than before and have increased profits with there business!

In this arrangement, Dylan would gain the favor of both the Premier Hall and the four sects while gaining the supplies of both parties without giving away his herbal goods!

The shocking thing was that all of this was still within the first phase of Dylan's Plan!

”I have reached the second checkpoint of the plan. After the meeting, the third checkpoint will be finished and I can finally proceed to the second phase.” Dylan smirked as he scaled the stairs.

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On the second floor of the Soaring Garden Herbal Store, Dylan and the four sat on a round table and were drinking wine joyously.

”Young Noble, where have you acquired such an exotic wine?” Arman could not help but ask after one shot of the wine. He looked at the bright-purple wine in his glass with awe. It was the first time he drank such a good wine.

”Yes, the wine has a strong yet fragrant aroma! As it passed through my throat, a burning sensation of pleasure came with it! Even among the wines I have tasted in 2 centuries, this has to be one of the best!” Yander's explication was filled with fervor and passion!