Locke had not expected them to agree so readily. Without worrying about which of the two was in charge, he took out a contract he had prepared beforehand and said, "Then let's sign. If you have any ideas or requirements, we can add them to the contract. We'll use the version protected by the Eye of Truth."
Fubangge applauded and smiled. "That couldn't be better. Mr. Augustine, you certainly don't waste time."
"Let's sign."
Fubangge took the contract from Locke. At the same time, Gertrude Elien pressed her hand onto the document they were both holding and looked anxiously at Fubangge. "Sign? Sign what? Do we have that much money? Where are we supposed to find a hundred million Magic Stones? Wizard Locke Augustine needs money too. He'll want those stones as soon as possible."
"If we can't delay payment, where are we going to find that much ready cash?"
Assets and ready cash were two different things.
Fubangge smiled. "This is the one exception. I can provide the hundred million Magic Stones myself. It's also a chance to make friends with Wizard Locke."
"Besides, I have high hopes for the Potions Shop Alliance Wizard Locke founded. It's called Gungnir, isn't it? A memorable name."
Moon-Ring Wizard Fubangge glanced at the name listed as the other party on the contract and learned what Locke's Potions Shop Alliance was called.
Gertrude looked at Fubangge in confusion. "You're paying? You're actually willing to invest more? That's not like you at all. The last time I saw you spend money was probably when I first met you at a gathering. Back then, you—"
Fubangge smiled. "This project is an exceptionally good investment."
He quickly signed the Green Exquisite Shop Alliance's name. "That's why I'm willing to invest more. If Golden Elixir Sand sells