Chapter 604: Chapter 498, Crisis in Lundham City (one update today). Chapter 604: Chapter 498, Crisis in Lundham City (one update today). For businesses looking to engage in trade on the island or facilitate cargo transit, maintaining close cooperation with the Island Lord’s Mansion presented an excellent opportunity to foster relationships, especially for those trading companies that hadn’t previously written letters of recommendation to help Wu Heng become the Island Master.

They were even more eager to seize this chance for collaboration.

Each one appeared quite enthusiastic.

On Wu Heng’s part, for the procurement of the trading companies, he actually preferred to have Shanaela assist him.

However, Shanaela had just returned to the Wood Elves and would need some time to come back.

The representative of the Starflower Trading Company was also present, holding the same status as the other representatives.

“These are the items I need to procure; take a look at them first,” Wu Heng said, taking out several neatly arranged material lists and handing them to the representatives of the trading companies present.

The material lists were reorganized by the Mechanist.

They included several materials like 3mm copper coins, White Gunpowder, and lead.

White Gunpowder was similar to the modern world’s smokeless powder, with the difference being in the ingredients.

The gunpowder in this world was mixed with the scale powder of fire magical beasts.

The Mechanist adjusted the materials while organizing them.

The representatives from the various trading companies looked over the materials list, some with delight, others helplessly shaking their heads.

One person stood up and said, “Island Master, our company won the auction for the mining rights to the eastern copper mines of Roshful at the Snake Badge Consortium auction; we can supply the copper ore you need.”

Another promptly stood up as well, “Sir, we also export a large amount of copper ore, and we can meet the specifications you need and deliver them to you.”

“We can supply the White Gunpowder….”

“….”

Several people stood up in succession, stating the materials they could provide for collaboration.

Wu Heng sat to the side and listened.

He felt a sigh of relief at the prospect of successful procurement.

He gestured with his hand for everyone to sit down.

“Go back, compile a list of the types of materials and prices you can offer. Once you’re ready, deliver them directly to the city hall. We will choose a few companies based on price and transportation conditions to sign an agreement and make the procurement. Don’t worry about the payment; it will all be settled normally,” he said.

“Yes, yes!” The crowd nodded flatteringly.

“Then let’s leave it at that; please submit your offers as soon as possible so we can make our selection,” Wu Heng said.

Everyone stood up, bowed, and walked out together.

…

After everyone had left.

Wu Heng also left the association directly.

Taking a carriage back to the Island Master’s Manor, he put on the Train Captain’s Hat, and the Phantom Train appeared.

He traveled straight to ‘Netalee City’ in the Yeko Kingdom.

The train stopped in a deserted area, and Wu Heng, wearing a cloak and a veil, entered the city directly.

Unlike before.

This time, there were fewer people on the streets of Netalee City than on the previous visit a few days ago, each hurriedly on their way, and many shops had already closed.

He made quick purchases of some materials in an alchemy store and a mining goods shop before heading to the semi-underground Snake Badge Consortium at the Mermaid Tavern.

Inside the Snake Badge Consortium, it was not as bustling as before.

A scattered pair of individuals stood in front of a bulletin board, conversing in low tones.

Wu Heng walked straight into a prearranged room.

Soon after, an unfamiliar young woman cautiously entered.

She glanced at Wu Heng and respectfully asked, “Sir, are you here to trade Elixirs?”

Wu Heng assessed the woman and nodded, “You weren’t the one I dealt with before, were you?”

“My mistress had some matters to attend to, so she arranged for me to conduct the trade with you here. Rest assured, mistress has educated me on the process,” the woman said, leaning forward slightly, half-bowing as she spoke.

Wu Heng continued inspecting her.

The young woman spoke again, “Mistress also said, if you would like to assist her in concocting Elixirs, the original offer is still valid, and she is prepared to provide even more generous terms.”

The mention was also meant to prove her identity.

After all, the conditions between the two were not public knowledge, unless the blonde woman herself disclosed them.

“Hmm.” Wu Heng nodded and immediately took out two Elixir bottles, placing them on the table.

The woman in front of him also pulled a brocade box out of a Space Ring.

She carefully opened it and slid it across the table.

Inside was a vibrantly blooming Floral Crown.

[Fairy Flower Crown]
(Description: A Floral Crown crafted by reclusive fairies, possessing self-healing, body nourishing, and beast communication abilities.)
This time it wasn’t a Special Item, but a Magical Prop.

But its effects were still quite exceptional.

Some magical props, in terms of effects, were no less impressive than Special Items, and they came without side effects.

This ‘Fairy Flower Crown’ was also rather decent, and though not a battle gear, the self-healing effect wouldn’t allow one to fight wearing a floral crown.

It was more for post-battle use or daily wear, nourishing the body.

The woman softly explained, “The Floral Crown of the fairy race, its self-healing effect is comparable to a mid-tier Healing Potion. Wearing it daily can greatly nourish your body and provide the ability to communicate with animals and wild beasts.”

So, the beast communication truly was literal–conversing with wild beasts.

After the introduction.

The woman carefully inquired, “Sir, are you satisfied with the item?”

“Yes, it’s quite satisfactory,” Wu Heng responded, taking the item.

Upon hearing his satisfaction, the woman also smiled and tucked away the Elixirs.

With that, the trade concluded, Wu Heng asked, “Why are there so few people on the streets?”

The woman gently shook her head, “I’m sorry, I can’t speak carelessly, nor do I wish to be dismissive.”

Wu Heng raised his eyebrows, surprised at the response.

He stood up and said, “No problem, I will take my leave then.”

The woman once again showed her respect with a bow.

Wu Heng walked out directly.

Not lingering outside, he boarded the Phantom Train at a secluded spot and returned to Gold and Silver Island.