Sural wasn't surprised by the other party's request.
As a businessman, he had already considered what strengths of his could catch Digital Phantom's eye.
Digital Phantom had made its name by searching for the Rebel Organization in the Black Zone, and had ultimately obtained the Bright Family's artifact.
But hearing them say it now still left a bad taste in his mouth—were they really asking for it as though it were only natural? He even knew that because of Digital Phantom's appearance, artifact prices had risen slightly.
Sural had a special fondness for artifacts—at least, that was what he believed.
As for other people liking artifacts too? That had nothing to do with him.
If not for that passion, with his wealth, he would not have repeatedly risked traveling to the Maiden Star Region while still only A-rank.
He had collected eleven artifact fragments in total—strictly speaking, most of them could only be described as scraps.
Yet there was no doubt that among the entire Empire, very few people had personally collected so many fragments while still at A-rank.
And the intact artifact faintly inscribed with Divine Script was the only complete artifact in his possession.
For a time, he had thought it was a Divine Script Weapon and treasured it beyond measure.
After his second brother-in-law had it appraised through others and confirmed it to be a Divine Script Artifact, it became the most precious thing in his heart.
Part of the reason he had been able to refuse Digital Phantom the first time was that he could not bear to part with this treasure—most likely.
But now, he had no choice but to face this difficult decision.
He remained silent for a long time before finally speaking. "Is there no other option?"
"No," Yuanyuan answered crisply. "You should