Chapter 61 Outing with Collin (Part 2)

'It's been a while since I went out. I can finally oversee some areas that needs my presence. Finally, I can employ my learning from my previous world.'

"I hope today's transaction will fall in our favor."

"I hope so too. However, if I may say, we already had the hand in this meeting."

Aillenne nodded.

"Indeed."

Time is of essence. Today's the scheduled day for a new transaction of the business. After having a great deal with the drying lands of Sequoia kingdom, a new opportunity knocked on their door.

She felt that the way things were are easy to handle. Of course, with the help of the top guild, everything supposed to be smooth sailing. However, a feeling of something amiss kept on bugging the corner of her mind.

Swish!!!

The sudden surge of cold air permeated the carriage, Collin hurriedly closed the window and handed her a thick leg blanket.

However, urgent as it may, Aillenne recalled what had happened earlier. Thanks to the cold air that felt like she's being doused in cold water.

'What was that? Why did the Marquis did that? He's so confusing. Anyway, was that the first time I've cut his words off? Gosh! You're so stupid Aillenne. What will happen now?'

A series of scenario played in her mind. She tends to overthink and her excitement for today's occasion suddenly subsided.

Collin and his party felt the sudden change in atmosphere, but they cannot simply knock her off of her negative thoughts.

'Is that kiss a threat or a warning from my action? Ugh! I didn't know now.'

Useless thoughts swirled her head. As the carriage carrying Collin and Aillenne to their destination.

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First District.

The sun was already up but the people around were busily walking and talking with each other disregarding the sudden spike of heat.

"Hey... how are you madame? I have a new product to offer---"

"Hear ye! Hear ye! Our store offers--!"

"Oh my! You really have this product?"

"I heard that there is a new flavor of tea a new merchant had released..."

"Welcome! Welcome to---"

"We don't have booze here! Goodness this is a pastry shop!"

"Hahaha really? I never it would come to that, if I did, I might have bet my heirloom..."

"Mama! I want that! I want that!"

Chatters, laughter and almost every noise filled their ears. The first district is the busiest among all districts in this empire. Stalls, carriages, dogs barking, children cries, giggles of some noble ladies, and even some drunkards from another district were piled up in the busy place.

"Heave ho!"

"Come! Come! We have the best offer just for you---!"

Streams of merchant carriages passed by and others were already putting their products on display. The place was filled with different colors and different people. Men and women, young and old, they were full of activities and vibrance making the atmosphere festive.

The streets were busy, but not to the extent like when there's a festival. Nevertheless, the place is crowded. The cafés and stores are full because people from work came to eat or will have an afternoon tea.

We walked around until we came to Wayward restaurant. It is one of the famous restaurants, which is suitable for business talks. The building is quite huge and striking unlike the deal it's giving its customers.

'I am glad that Collin had thought of this beforehand. Well, as expected of a genius. Of course with the hand in almost all of the information in the empire, doesn't that mean he's a cheat character?'

She glanced at Collin feeling cheated as her character is nothing but a villainess without any power, just beauty.

'Well, I'm just glad that we're allies.'

Today's transaction is important at the same time risky.

'This talks should not be disclosed since this amounts my survival. At the same time, it will be a catalyst for the speedy movement of the business industry.'

'So how long will I be able to pay the remaining balance of the estate, the employees salary then the maintenance? I need money to make 100,000,000,000 gold. I hope this transaction will go well.'

We walked around the hall and we can see that there are rooms that are shut tight. It was such an amazing idea; you can eat and you can meet and talk with people while discussing sensitive information. Just like a VIP room in one of the videos we are tasked to watch.

As we arrived at our room, a man with a distinctive feature rose from his seat. His long silver hair cascaded down his back and his dark skin tone with a lot of unnatural scars engraved in his arms and face, can be seen in his huge build. He wore their own clothing despite being in the Dominique Empire with specific clothing rules.

He smiled gently and bowed low. He rose again and made a handsign as a form of greeting similar to the north.

We followed the same greeting as a form of respect.

"I am Kanesh Lakma from the northern frontier. I am the representative of the Morqitia family."

"Pleased to make your acquaintance, Sir. I am Collin Frederick, a representative of the Sierra Corporation."

"The pleasure is mine."

"This is my assistant, Miss Dahlia Victoria." Collin introduced me in a different name.

Kanesh smiled softly and returned the greeting and turned back to Collin.

"So shall we start the discussion?"

"Yes, we should."

They talked for a while and the food ordered beforehand arrived a few minutes after. The negotiation moved further and Aillenne could already see the outcome.

Kanesh talked with Collin and Collin would sometimes ask my opinion in guise of having my assistance despite being the owner, about the negotiation. He is actually the best man I can ever have as the representative of the Sierra corporation. Collin played his role well.

Of course, I've employed a little of what I've learned in my previous world. Corporation. Such a new word in this place. I feel proud of myself knowing I knew a few things that were advanced than theirs.

They talked about this and that and Collin answered sincerely to all the questions asked. Kanesh would sometimes ask about who the owner is, may it be due to curiosity or something that almost made her laugh. Little did Kanesh know that the owner is right in front of him and the corporation he meant was filled with a lot of employees, though we only have a few.

'Hmmm... it's a good thing to negotiate with people in need. I mean, those people who badly needed food and supplies. Because whatever needs they had, they will surely bite on the bait to secure themselves and wring out of the problem without thinking much of the conditions offered.'

'Keep going Collin. Make the best out of this transaction!' Aillenne sent her support through eye and body gestures. This boosted Collin's confidence in handling the situation and also... have some other ideas.

'How cute Aillenne... how cute... ahh... why are those cheeks pink? Why are those lips red? She's smiling... Should she be my wife, would I also feel this kind of support?'

Collin imagined having Aillenne by his side and getting their heads together in devising ideas for a business.

'I'm sure we had the same mindset. That makes us perfect fit.'

Collin smiled and did his very best to make a good and manly impression to Aillenne, sadly it didn't reach her eyes. All Aillenne's thoughts ran on how much she can earn in this deal.

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