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Chapter 365 365 Robbing
Chapter 365 365 Robbing
Chapter 365 365 Robbing
"Why would you need to buy my elixir? Doesn't your high-level chief alchemist conjure up something better?" Selina inquired, her eyes steady.
Selina's question struck a chord. Mary who is known for her astuteness, recognized the inherent complexities of their conversation. It wasn't merely a transaction; it was a dance of alliances and rivalries in the intricate web of Castra City's power dynamics.
"Name your price, Selina," Mary persisted, breaking the momentary silence.
Selina, a shrewd negotiator, didn't rush her response. She leaned forward, intertwining her fingers. "You know the exclusivity of the elixir and my arrangement with the Russells. I have the sole supply rights. Why do you think they chose me? I can't just give out the expert information because you request it"
Mary's expression remained resolute. The implications were clear, Mary sought not just the elixir but a piece of the influence and power tied to its supply. Selina, though, was equally aware of the leverage she held.
"So, are you saying you'll pay any amount?" Selina questioned, probing the depth of Mary's commitment.
"Yes," Mary replied without hesitation, and Selina seized the opportunity to assert her terms. "Fifty gold coins per elixir."
Mary, confronted with Selina's quoted price of 50 gold coins per elixir, couldn't contain her fury. The room, once a battlefield of negotiations, now felt like a storm brewing.
lightsn?v?l "Are you out of your mind, Selina? Fifty gold coins? You must be joking! This is an absolute rip-off! Are you trying to rob me in broad daylight?" Mary raged, her face contorted with anger. She cursed at Selina because the most she had ever quoted to anyone else would not be more than 30 gold coins a piece, she was probably doing it on purpose.
Selina, seemingly unfazed by the verbal onslaught, remained composed. Without uttering a word, she gracefully moved to a nearby sofa and seated herself, an elegant gesture inviting Mary to either accept the terms or vacate the premises. The silence that followed was filled with tension, both women locked gaze in a fierce battle of wills.
"Selina, this is outrageous! You can't seriously expect anyone to pay such an exorbitant price for your elixir. Do you think gold coins grow on trees?" Mary spat, her voice sharp with frustration.
Selina responded with an arched eyebrow, her calm demeanor a stark contrast to Mary's boiling anger. "Mary, the demand for the vitality elixir is soaring. If you want to secure a steady supply for your clientele, you must follow the flow and understand the market dynamics."
Mary scoffed, "Market dynamics? More like highway robbery! You're taking advantage of the situation, Selina. This is not fair business."
Selina leaned back, her eyes fixed on Mary. "Fair is subjective, Mary. In business, it's about supply and demand. The vitality elixir is a rare commodity, and we set the price accordingly."
Mary's face turned crimson with rage. "You're exploiting the situation! I won't stand for it."
Selina maintained her poise. "Mary, you're free to explore other options, but I can assure you, you won't find a better elixir in Castra City. This is a premium product, and its price reflects its value."
Mary, seething with resentment, assessed her options. The quote was exorbitant, a direct challenge to her financial calculations. Yet, the demand for the elixir in her brothels left her with limited choices.
In a begrudging acknowledgment of the harsh reality, Mary Kay concurred and said dejectedly, "Alright," she begrudgingly took a seat. She swallowed the bitter pill of acceptance not out of defeat but as a strategic move to maintain stability in her business landscape. The unspoken agreement echoed: Selina held the reins, and Mary, for now, would dance to the tune set by the Vitality elixir's extravagant price.
However, Mary's resentment didn't subside. The curse words continued to flow, a ceaseless stream of invectives punctuating her every sentence. She accused Selina of exploitation, manipulation, and every imaginable sin in the business world.
In the face of the oppressive circumstances, Mary's begrudging acceptance only served as a surface layer concealing the seething discontent that brewed beneath. Despite the facade of compliance, a tempest of frustration and disillusionment raged within her.
Mary, seething with anger, stormed into her manor, her steps echoing her frustration. In the privacy of her room, she couldn't contain the turmoil within. Papers flew, and items crashed to the floor as Mary unleashed her pent-up fury.
"Blast it all! I won't accept such a loss without making them pay dearly for it!" Mary Kay's voice was filled with resentment.
As a seasoned businesswoman, Mary Kay wasn't one to accept a substantial loss without retaliation. Revenge coursed through her veins like a burning fire, fueled by the desire to settle the score. In her mind, there was no room for defeat.
Summoning the leader of the Kay family's intelligence network to her office, Mary delved into a strategic and intense discussion about the Russells. The intelligence network was a shadowy force under Mary's control and was tasked with uncovering the secrets behind the Russell family's extraordinary elixir.
"I need you to uncover every secret behind their elixir. I won't be undermined like this. This defeat won't go unanswered. I want every detail about the Russells. Their elixir is not some miracle; it's a secret, and I demand to know it." Mary Kay said with a steely tone.
The intelligence leader, an adept strategist, nodded his head "Understood ma'am. We'll dig deep, and leave no stone unturned. The Russells won't know what hit them."
Mary's orders were explicit "I want you to unveil the methods, resources, and secrets that fueled the Russells' alchemical prowess. I want to know everything. Their suppliers, their processes, every detail. Nothing should elude me."
"Alright ma'am, we will make sure to give our best on this mission, we have infiltrated tougher targets. The Russells won't be an exception. Consider it done." the intelligence leader said with a serious expression.
Mary, with a stern expression, issued directives to her intelligence leader, emphasizing the importance of understanding the Russells' alchemical prowess. With an affirmative nod from Mary, the intelligence leader left her opulent office, disappearing into the shadows of secrecy.
The Kay Intelligence Network immediately began its meticulous investigation, delving into the heart of the Russell family's secrets. It had been a week now and Mary had not been given any news, she wasn't worried about this because she had complete trust in her intelligence network and their leader.
As Mary leaned back in her chair, contemplation etched on her face, she knew that information was power. If she could unveil the mysteries behind the Russell family's success, she could turn the tide in her favor. Little did she know that her pursuit of knowledge would unveil a web of intricacies that reached beyond mere alchemy.
In the midst of her scheming, an urgent report reached Mary's desk. The intelligence network had unearthed crucial information about Nexus, the key figure behind the Russell family's alchemical achievements.
"We are back with all information regarding the Russell family," The intelligence team leader said as he stepped in.
Mary was glad when he heard this "I trusted you will do a perfect job and you never disappoint me" she said as she adjusted herself on her seat.