Chapter 125 Chapter 43: Ambush
Having obtained what she desired, Verafia had no intention of lingering in the stuffy hall.
The girl turned her gaze back to the youth who had once again collapsed beside her, blinking her large eyes, a hint of confusion appearing on her exquisite little face.
“Ig, why the long face? Worried about not having enough money?”
*Ig thought, so the young lady actually knows that.*
However, as a attendant, he could only obediently follow his young lady and ponder how to overdraw his father’s credit again to get another two hundred gold coins.
Of course, Ig was completely overthinking.
Upon arriving at the private room for item handover, the staff, professionally trained by the Balosais Trade Union and dressed in spotless black formal attire, appeared elite and seasoned.
Behind him, several powerful professionals were present, eliminating the possibility of forceful robbery.
“Beautiful lady, this is the Flame Crystal Jasper you bid on. You may inspect its quality.”
The staff member said with a smile. Verafia scanned it with her spiritual power and sensed that the Fire Spirit Essence was indeed genuine, so she nodded vigorously.
“No problem! Oh, by the way, does your trade union accept the sale of high-grade materials?”
“Of course. The trade union has specialized appraisers to evaluate and price materials from various magical beasts. Miss, if you have needs in this area, the Balosais Trade Union would be happy to provide its services.”
“That’s good!”
Verafia let out a hum, her delicate, porcelain-like face breaking into a smile. With her fair fingers, she pulled out a blue scale from her embrace and placed it on the table.
“This is!”
The staff member’s gaze froze. On the scale the girl had casually placed down, a crystal-like luster flickered.
His eyesight was not bad; years of experience told him this was definitely a top-quality treasure.
“It’s just the scale of a young dragon. Can you help appraise it?”
Hearing the young girl’s voice, Ig finally remembered that his young lady had also snatched a scale from that Ice Dragon Princess.
*If that little dragon princess knew her scale was being used by our young lady like this, would she get angry and jump up?*
Ig thought amusingly.
“Of course, beautiful lady, please wait a moment.”
The staff member said quickly. His eyes were tinged with a hint of fervor. In the human world, anything connected to the powerful Dragon Clan was bound to be extraordinarily valuable.
And this ice crystal scale before him was clearly no ordinary dragon scale. If a transaction were made, it would represent a very generous commission!
Turning around and giving an instruction, the staff member hurried away. Verafia didn’t pay much attention. She rested her chin on her hand, took the warm red tea served by the maidservant, and took a sip.
Before she could finish her tea, the staff member returned with the appraiser.
The appraiser, clad in a black robe, was a middle-aged man with grayish hair and beard, wearing glasses with thin metal frames. His receding hairline was proof of his extensive knowledge.
The appraiser carefully examined the subtle magical traces within the dragon scale with an alchemical instrument. After a long while, he raised his head and spoke in a low, hoarse voice.
“Miss, this dragon scale originates from a high-ranking dragon of pure blood. The magic contained within is exceptionally pure. Whether used for alchemy, making dragon scale armor, or other weapons, it is a very good material. If you are willing to sell it, the Balosais Trade Union is willing to offer four hundred gold coins.”
“Four hundred gold… Hmm, alright.”
Verafia pondered for a moment before nodding. Although it was much lower than her estimated price, she figured they were trying to lowball her, but she didn’t mind it for now.
*Initially, when I snatched this dragon scale, I planned to refine a magic potion for Ig, but I haven’t even found the corresponding materials yet… Of course, no matter how much this guy is, could he compare to End’s favor?*
*Using Ig’s non-existent magic potion to trade for End’s materials, this deal is worth it!*
The girl’s delicate lips curved into an arc, and she nodded, agreeing to the transaction.
As the foremost trade union on the continent, the Balosais Trade Union’s efficiency was quite high. In no time, the staff member had finished packaging the Flame Crystal Jasper and handed her a purse filled with gold coins.
“Miss, you can count the amount of gold coins… Of course, if possible, may the Balosais Trade Union know your family name? Perhaps we can offer you greater discounts.”
Verafia shook the money bag, and the crisp clinking of metal coins was pleasant. The young girl nodded with satisfaction, raised her large eyes, and said in a clear voice.
“This young lady trusts the reputation of your trade union. But about the discount you mentioned…”
Veiled greed flashed in Verafia’s raised golden eyes as she glanced at the person hiding a smile. She chuckled coldly, then suddenly turned her face and raised her slender eyebrows at Ig beside her.
Ig understood the girl’s intention and stepped forward, presenting his identification. He smiled,
“If the Balosais Trade Union in Rubiel City also has a good relationship with the Landislofen family, that would be even better. Sir, I am Ig Lints Landislofen, and Marquess Eggesti is my father.”
“So it’s Young Master Ig of the Landislofen family!”
The staff member quickly bowed and paid his respects, showing an unprecedented level of deference. The greed in his heart naturally extinguished.
As the sole heir of an influential Marquess and a Saint Rank expert in the Kingdom, Ig was not someone he could offend.
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After revealing Ig’s family name, the Balosais Trade Union did not break its promise, returning ten Kingdom Gold Coins to the girl with a five percent discount.
Having bought what she wanted, Verafia’s mood improved, and she dragged Ig around to select suitable magic scrolls for him.
As they walked out of the Balosais Trade Union, the bright afternoon sun met the boundary between the sky and the clouds, its brilliant rays dyeing the firmament pure.
Ig walked half a step behind the girl. A gentle breeze touched her radiant, sun-like hair. The faint light of the setting sun in mid-air was scattered by the wind, falling onto the girl’s flawless, youthful profile.
The twilight sky was quiet, and all the beautiful sunset clouds seemed to gather around her form, yet could not enhance this beauty that seemed to exist only in fantasy.
Suddenly, the girl’s steps halted. The illusory beauty turned into reality, and Ig, who had been lost in thought, almost bumped into her.
“Young lady, what’s wrong?”
“Ah, nothing. It’s just that some people are waiting for us.”
Verafia turned her head and smiled at the boy. With her pale fingertips, she lightly brushed a strand of hair that had caught the sunlight, then clasped her hands in front of her and raised her fair chin, shouting loudly.
“Hey, you guys are hiding too poorly. If you’re going to rob us, how can you let this young lady know? That’s no fun. Hurry up and come out!”
