The Spirit Network Will Level Every Monopoly

"This couldn't be better." Duke Kardia paused with his scepter, a smile appearing on his face.

"Outsiders can't enter the Cloud City district. What about Cloud City residents?" Anse asked.

"Of course they can't view information from other districts either. Otherwise, unilateral closure would be meaningless," Kardia said after some thought.

"In that case, Cloud City might need an outpost nearby," Anse said with a smile.

"Why? To guard against the Githyanki?" Kardia failed to understand at first.

"If I completely seal off Cloud City, its residents will definitely leave it frequently to view news from other districts. Just think about it..." Anse prompted.

Cloud City had few people, making it practically a deserted district.

If its residents could not stand the loneliness and all left, the Spirit Network would inexplicably take the blame.

"This..." After considering it briefly, Kardia quickly realized the issue.

This was a dead end from both sides. Opening it up would expose Cloud City and bring chaos.

Half-opening it would not work either. If Cloud City residents learned about the outside world every day, their hearts would grow restless.

After pondering for a long while, Kardia said solemnly, "Better to guide than block. Cloud City residents must follow the Spirit Network's rules as well. There is no need for special treatment."

"Fine." Anse nodded and informed Sacos of the rule.

The Spirit Network was expanding at breakneck speed. Before long, it would reach the Cloud City region.

Kardia studied Anse, his palm continuously stroking the Scepter of Order. "I have another piece of bad news."

"Mm, go ahead." Anse immediately thought of the Star Sea Merchant Race.

"Maozi sent word that your joining the Star Sea Merchant Alliance has not gone very smoothly." Kardia's voice was heavy. "Quite a few registered merchant guilds objected. They