128 Chapter 128: Gamble (1/2)

”We...” The Thundercloud guards and the group of nobles could not say anything.

”Will you do it or not?” Dylan and Barry questioned at the same time.

”How can we be sure that we won't be decieved?” Fred gritted his teeth and asked.

”We will show it everyone present.” Barry answered.

”That way, the public shall be our witness. We'll make ”Honesty” as our main principle for this contract. If either side will lie, they won't only recieve mental retardation but also public condemnation.” Dylan added.

”Sounds fair, no?” Barry said.

”...” Pedro, Fred and his group could not think of any more retorts. They have been pushed back to a corner. If they were to flee, they would be labeled as cowards and liars but if they were to take the risk, then they would be nincumpoops for the rest of their lives! Both choices would lead to a path of certain death and humilliation.

Suddenly, horse gallops could be heard from the back of the crowd. A white colored carriage that showed grandiose and nobility with matching handsome white steeds in front. This garnered attention from the bystanders. The door of the carriage opened and a man as beautiful as a woman emerged. He had striking eyes and a beautiful pale white skin. His cold demeanor only added to his charm. His clothes showed that he was rather fashion forward. He was publicly known as the Fashion Prince, Steph Raider, the owner of the Excellent Tailors franchise.

”Make way.” A cool and deep voice that contained great charisma resounded from Steph Raider's mouth. The crowd automatically created a pathway for him. As he was passing by, some of the girls could be seen trying to snatch a glance from him.

”Kyaaaah! It's the Fashion Prince!” The girls in the crowd could not help but scream out.

”He is just as dreamy as the rumors say!” The ladies commented in adoration once more.

”L...lo... Lord Steph! This humble servant is in awe of your presence.”The fatty was the first to step out and knelt on one knee.

”Your humble servant greets Lord Steph.” The feminine young man and Fred also reacted and did the same thing. Their servants also followed their example and knelt.

”Greetings, Sir Steph.” Pedro and his guards respectfully bowed. When they straightened their backs, they saw a figure that frightened them. It was Captain General Virtuouso!

”Pedro, you are now dismissed. I will handle this matter myself.” Captain General who was loyally following Steph ordered.

”Yes, sir!”Since it was a direct command from a Captain General, a captain like himself could not disobey. Thus, with his guard, they quickly left the scene.

As these three were bowing their heads, they were sweating bullets and were pale-faced. They thought that Steph was out on a business trip outside the city and would still need one more day to arrive. They never thought that he would arrive today!

Since he was already here, his intel group must have already informed him of what happened. With him here, these three felt a foreboding feeling on what's going to happen next.

”So you are the boss. I believe you already know what has transpired during your absence. Since your underlings did not answer my question earlier, I will ask you instead. Will you sign or not?” Dylan stepped out and negotiated.

”That would be not necessarry.” Steph said.

”Why is that?” Barry asked.

”Because these three are dispensable. I have many tailors in my command that are far more capable than these three fools who stains the reputation of my business. I could simply fire them and take the noble ranks I bestowed to them this instant.” Steph nonchallantly said.

The three knew the gravity of Steph's words. They trembled where they stand because they knew how merciless he was to those who did not conform to his ideals.

”My lord, please forgive us. We mean no harm for the brand. We just wanted to chase off these slanderers to prove that the dignity of the Excellent Tailors are not to be taken lightly.” Fred kowtowed in front of Steph without hesitation to appease his anger.

”Please forgive us.” The other two also kowtowed without hesitation.

”I have no use for arrogant trash who could not deliver in work and does not even have the slightest dignity. You three should get out of my sight this instant.” Steph looked at these three with a condescending gaze. To him, they were nothing but trash that were waiting to be disposed of.

The three felt horror. They knew that they would be scum without their status and their job. If Steph were to really do as he say, they were dead meat.

”But, I won't fire you...” Suprisingly, Steph said those words.

”Really?! Does that mean, sir? Has already forgiven us?” The three stood up wanting to come near Steph.

However, a beautiful woman wearing glasses abruptly appeared in front of them and held a bow with three arrows ready to shoot down the three if they were to come nearer. A terrifyingly dense amount of killing intent followed the cold gaze of the beautiful woman. ”None shall came near Lord Steph without his permission. Take one more step or you shall all die.”

”Caira Dowell...” The three were frozen in place. They knew who she was the famous Black Arrow, Caira Dowell, one of the top five beauties of Thunder Cloud City. She is not only known for her beauty but also for her attainments in cultivation and in archery! It is said that only few would survive her attacks within the same generation.

'Caira Dowell, what a fierce woman.' Dylan thought.

”You caused such a ruckus here which damaged the name of my business and now, you did not even let me finish what I was going to say. Tsk, your value in my eyes has decreased even more.”Steph contemptuously said to the three.

He continued after a slight pause, ”What I intended to say was 'I won't fire you yet because I still have one more use for you'.”

”One more?” Dylan frowned because he felt there was something off about this guy.

”As long as we could be of service, no matter what it is, we are willing to do it!” The three pledged while kneeling on one knee and their right hand touching their left chest as they bowed their heads.

”I have a proposal for you and it is written on this scroll.” Steph stepped forward and gave Dylan a paper.