Chapter 1223: Chapter 917, The Consortium Has Arrived

Afternoon, the church.

In a private room, Wu Heng was discussing with the designer about the reluctance to add more seats and a large screen inside the church.

The large screen was intended to play some promotional videos or missionary films.

Of course, it’s not ready yet, and will be recorded later.

Ring ring ring~!

The phone rang.

After connecting, Mini’s voice came from the other side, “Master!”

“Hmm, what’s up?”

Mini said, “Master, someone from the Snake Badge Consortium is here, claiming to be the person in charge of Lopaz City, named Retili, an elven lady.”

Lopaz City?

Retili!

She actually came to Gold and Silver Island.

“Is she still at the Island Lord’s Mansion?” Wu Heng asked.

“She’s chatting with Sister Veera in the living room, do you need her to wait for you?” Mini continued to ask.

Wu Heng said, “Let her wait for a while, I’ll come back after I finish here.”

“Okay.”

Hang up the call.

Wu Heng continued with the dwarf designer, finalizing the remaining plans, which would be carried out after the church closed.

Once this was done, Wu Heng didn’t linger, casting a [Teleportation Technique] to return to the Island Lord’s Mansion.

…

Island Lord’s Mansion, living room.

The elegantly dressed Retili sat on the sofa.

As the person in charge of the local consortium from Lopaz City, one reason for this visit was to see if the island was as legendary as rumored, and the second was to finalize the auction plans.

The first requirement was confirmed upon her arrival on the island.

The construction on the island was the most tidy and complete city she had ever seen.

Aside from those, the brightly lit small island from last night was also qualified as an auction venue.

“Miss Retili, have you toured the island?” Andre Willow started the conversation.

“When I got on the island, I glanced around from the carriage. The construction on the island is excellent; it’s hard to imagine this was once a pirate’s island.” Retili looked at the little fox girl across from her, with a bunny girl and catwoman in the corner of her eye.

It seems the rumors outside are true, Island Lord Wu Heng has a fondness for the Beastman tribe.

Fortunately, they are the human-like beastmen, not the robust beastmen with giant tusks from the northern regions.

“You just looked around on the way? The island’s cinema and exhibitions are also nice places.” Andre Willow continued to introduce.

Retili nodded, “I also inquired a bit before coming, I’ll go take a look after visiting the Lord Island Master, especially the cinema, it’s said to be quite impressive outside.”

“True, business is important.”

The two chatted casually, and the sound of footsteps came from the direction of the main door.

Looking over, they saw Wu Heng walking in.

Andre Willow, Mini, and others stood up to greet, displaying the etiquette of maids in front of outsiders, “Master.”

Retili also turned to look, her eyes lit up when she saw Wu Heng, and she followed with a courteous bow, “Leader, forgive me for the sudden visit.”

“No need for formalities, have a seat!” Wu Heng said with a smile, sitting opposite her.

The catwoman, Robey, obediently served tea, and Retili sat back in her place.

Retili’s mind drifted for a moment.

She remembered the first time she met him, Wu Heng was still wearing a mask to cover his identity. In less than a year, he had become a hero.

The gap in status between the two had widened significantly.

Wu Heng asked, “Is it about the year-end auction again?”

Retili nodded and said, “The representatives from the consortiums across the Emerald Sea had a meeting, and all agreed to hold the auction on Gold and Silver Island. The main purpose of my visit is to finalize this matter with you.”

“I have no objections. You can refurbish the venue yourselves when the time comes, or just let us know if you have any requirements,” Wu Heng said directly.

Gold and Silver Island also needed the consortium’s auction to restore vitality.

The last time, both parties agreed, and there was no intention to change anything.

Retili glanced at him, her eyes carrying a hint of pride, “Last time I mentioned in the letter our cooperation would pay 5% to Gold and Silver Island. After further discussion, we’ve increased the venue rental rate to 30%.”

Saying this, she slightly raised her chin.

Wu Heng was taken aback, they had voluntarily increased the price.

“Why was it increased so much?”

Retili sighed, “5% is the normal venue cost, and Gold and Silver Island has two leaders stationed, so getting more money doesn’t seem unreasonable. Besides, if the price is too low, those guys might not take it seriously, so I simply raised it to 30%.”

Wow, this woman is more ruthless than anyone else.

“I’ll gladly accept more money, but please don’t advertise Lilith Leader’s matters all over the place,” Wu Heng reminded.

If Lilith found out that they were using her fame to charge outside, she’d definitely be angry.

Last time, when she came to Gold and Silver Island, Wu Heng advertised her stay on the island, and she was mad at him for a long time.

Later, he sent a motorcycle and racing gear to finally smooth things over.

“I understand, I haven’t mentioned anything about Lilith Leader from beginning to end,” Retili continued, “Leader, there’s one more thing I would like to discuss with you.”

“What is it?”

Retili leaned forward, her neckline revealing a slight cleavage, she said seriously, “I wonder if the elixirs from Gold and Silver Island could be included in the auction. I can promise that the proceeds from the auction will be fully paid to Gold and Silver Island, just to give the auction some more momentum.”

Gold and Silver Island’s elixirs were somewhat different from the consortium’s auctions.

The consortium’s auction was regional, with the main clientele being the aristocrats and wealthy merchants from surrounding cities, while Gold and Silver Island’s elixirs were different. The prices last time had been driven up to several thousand gold coins.

Participants were generally Level 18 or above, even hero-level figures.

Both were auctions, but they were not in the same league.

Retili’s move was also a way to direct more traffic to the auction.

Attracting those top nobles or heroes who wouldn’t normally attend local auctions to this auction.

Retili indeed had a keen mind.

In his original world, she would probably be a sales champion-like figure.

Skilled in using the chips of both sides to negotiate, obtaining conditions where both parties could gain.

“The matter of elixirs is not under my jurisdiction, I need to discuss this with my subordinates and give you a definite answer tomorrow,” Wu Heng said directly.

“That works.” Retili smiled.

Not refusing meant there was still hope.

Wu Heng went on to say, “Are you resting for a day, or going to check out the venue directly?”

“I’m going straight there, I’ll visit the venue tomorrow, and stay on the island for the time being,” Retili replied.

“Hmm.” Wu Heng turned to look behind him, “Veera, tomorrow take Miss Retili to see the venue, note down whatever is needed, and try to assist the consortium in completing this auction.”

“Yes, Master.” Andre Willow nodded.

Retili noticed the conversation was coming to an end, so she stood up and said, “I have nothing more, I need to arrange for accommodation, so I won’t bother you further, Leader. I’ll wait for your message tomorrow.”

“Alright!” Wu Heng stood up, escorting her to the door.

Retili bowed once more, then left with her attendants who were waiting outside the Island Lord’s Mansion, returning to the local Snake Badge Consortium.

…

The door closed.

The maids discussed the consortium auction as they walked back.

Wu Heng asked, “Where is Sister Shanela?”

“Sister Shanela went out, she’s not at home.” Mini said.

Wu Heng picked up the phone and dialed Shanela’s number.

After two rings, Shanela’s voice was heard from the other side, “Not at home?”

“I’m at the Chamber of Commerce filling out orders, what’s up?” Shanela asked.

“People from the Snake Badge Consortium are here, I’ll talk to you about it when you come back.” Wu Heng sat back in the living room.

“Okay, I’ll be back soon.”

“Hmm.”

Hanging up the phone, Wu Heng looked at the time and headed straight upstairs.

…

Snake Badge Consortium.

Retili walked into the hall beaming with smiles, and the local consortium leader ‘Rostand’ came up with a smile, “Miss Retili, how did the talks go?”

“Pretty good, the Island Lord invited us to see the venue tomorrow, let’s go together then.” Retili replied with a smile.

Rostand raised an eyebrow.

The Island Lord did have some rapport with this leader, they settled the matters so quickly.

Smiling again, he asked, “Miss Retili, in the meantime… did you say a few words for me?”