We've Met Before

Shanala Estate.

"Madam Shanala, this exhibition has been an enormous success."

"Your business instincts and judgment are truly admirable."

"Yes, no one had ever thought of holding an exhibition in this format before."

"..."

Inside the sitting room, the Merchant Association Representatives took turns offering praise.

The fountain pens had already gone on sale, with people lining up to buy them. There was naturally no need for them to handle that.

What they cared about more was Treasure Island's future plans.

From early that morning, people had continuously come over to set things up, and the crowd had grown larger and larger.

Listening to their flattery, Shanala smiled faintly and said, "You're too kind. This exhibition could only succeed thanks to everyone's support."

Her tone was calm, but she felt somewhat pleased with herself.

The Wood Elf had made her an Honorary Guild Master, which essentially meant she no longer had any say in the Starflower Merchant Association.

Wu Heng was still repaying his debts.

Her agreement with the Wood Elf was that a certain number of orders would be returned to Shanala each year, on the condition that she be allowed back.

The success of this exhibition and the praise from merchant associations both large and small—

They all proved her abilities.

News of Treasure Island's exhibition would certainly reach the Wood Elf.

Then, the Council of Elders would realize it.

Driving her out had been Star Flower's loss, and the Wood Elf's loss.

The group exchanged another round of pleasantries.

One of the dwarves stroked his beard and asked, "Madam Shanala, now that the fountain pens have gone on sale, do you have any inside information about the other two items?"

The others immediately fell silent as well.

Shanala raised her teacup and took an elegant sip before