1248 The Hindrance from the Local Tyran (1/2)

Translated by XephiZ

Edited by Aelryinth

The two went to the Oriental Pearl Tower and headed straight up to the sphere. Mo Fan was wondering when he would ever have the chance to come up here to enjoy the view, and never expected he would be here to buy some land.

They went to the Evaluation Committee. Mo Fan discovered there were fewer visitors than workers.

Most interesting, even though there were not many visitors around, they waited for a long time before they were attended to. Mo Fan looked at Mu Ningxue and said, ”It seems like the people here really have a grudge against us?”

A plump middle-aged man finally showed up after a long time. He said apologetically, ”Sorry for the wait, there was a meeting that I had to attend. I've checked the land that you bought. The land is indeed inhabitable, especially with how you registered for three hundred people to inhibit the land. Three hundred people are basically a village. Being in the safe zone isn't enough, it has to be a hundred kilometers away from the demon creatures' territory, too!”

”That's something I don't understand, Mr. Pan. I already asked my friend to evaluate the land for me. Your men told my friend there wasn't a problem with the land, but now you're telling me otherwise?” Mu Ningxue asked seriously.

”Well, it's subject to changes. After all, demon creatures are constantly on the move. According to the report from the Hunter Union, there's a huge pack of demon creatures around thirty kilometers from the land. There's also a huge tribe of demon creatures around forty kilometers to the north. We are more than happy to let you set up your clan there if you have a barrier protecting you, or if you have enough Mages patrolling the vicinity. However, you have neither of them. How can I possibly give you the green light? The safety of the people is our priority. If something happens, you can easily compensate people for the loss with money, but wouldn't the public be doubting us then?” Senior Evaluator Pan said sternly.

”Why do you sound like we don't really care if our people die?” Mo Fan asked in return.

Senior Evaluator Pan kept his gravity and said, ”I'm just talking about facts. Well, if you'll excuse me, I hope you will think about it. The land is strictly off-limits.”

The man turned and headed to his office proudly.

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After Senior Evaluator Pan left, Mo Fan glanced at Mu Ningxue, who was looking at him too.

”Do you know that guy?” Mo Fan asked her.

Mu Ningxue shook her head. ”He's very powerful. The lands that he considered risky have all turned into wastelands. You do know that every inch of the lands along the borders of the safe zone are worth gold. Even though the government hasn't developed them, it's difficult for private organizations to buy them!”

”Haven't the renowned families and clans already claim the good places?” Mo Fan asked.

”Yes. By the way, the land I bought is pretty close to Feiniao City.” Mu Ningxue took out a map and handed it to Mo Fan.

Mo Fan took a look at it, and saw that Feiniao City was indeed very close to it.

Feiniao City had been growing rapidly since the sea monsters were removed. It was a pretty good choice for Mu Ningxue to set up her clan there. It was not too far away from the Magic City, too!

”I've asked the Magic Association at Feiniao City to evaluate the land for me. They told me that there isn't much of a problem with using it. The risk is just within the acceptable range. The local Magic Association submitted their approval to the headquarters, but for some reason, Senior Evaluator Pan has rejected it,” Mu Ningxue said.

”I'll try sneaking inside...” Mo Fan went to the man's office.

The door had a little gap. Mo Fan easily snuck into the room with the Fleeing Shadow. Mu Ningxue tried to stop him, but he already vanished.

Mo Fan was pretty bold to eavesdrop on the man inside the Magic Association. The Dark Noble Mantle allowed him to trick the eyes of the people there, who were just as strong as he was.

Mo Fan heard another woman's voice when he reached Senior Evaluator Pan's office.

”Don't you worry, she will not get the approval for her land as long as I'm in charge. I have been doing this for many years. No one dares to question my decisions,” Senior Evaluator Pan said.