A Failed Transaction

On the morning of April 30, 1347, Altair and Vivian woke up one after the other, as if they were of one mind.

After their early morning kiss, the two struggled to get out of bed, rang the bell by the bedside, and waited.

The maid brought in hot water and a change of clothes, and then dressed, washed, and groomed the two of them.

After changing clothes for the last time, Altair and Vivian left the bedroom together and went downstairs to the small dining room.

As soon as Altair arrived at the restaurant entrance, he saw people sitting at a table in the distance, having a meal.

So she quickly stepped forward, smiling as she greeted him, "Good morning, Uncle Leif."

"Good morning, Altair. Good morning, Vivian," Uncle Leif said with a smile as he put down his knife and fork upon seeing the two.

After greeting them, he gestured to the seats next to him and smiled at the two of them, saying, "Come sit near me."

As Altair and Vivian began to walk toward the spot designated by Uncle Leif, servants quickly stepped forward and pulled out chairs for them.

After the two were seated, Uncle Leif said to Vivian, "Vivian, why don't you try today's breakfast? I specifically instructed the kitchen last night to prepare it according to the Intis people's tastes."

"Okay, Uncle Leif." After saying that, Vivian picked up her knife and fork and began to taste the food.

After only a few bites, Vivian smiled and said, "Uncle Leif, today's breakfast is just to my liking."

"That's good." Uncle Leif replied with a smile.

Seeing the two of them, Altair couldn't help but sigh, "Uncle Leif, am I your granddaughter or Vivian?" Uncle Leif laughed heartily at Altair's teasing and said, "Both of you, both of you."

"And I didn't forget your favorite breakfast either, so I had the kitchen make it for you."

As soon as Uncle Leif finished speaking, Altair noticed that another servant was bringing over a brand new breakfast in the distance.

Upon seeing this breakfast, Altair stopped paying attention to the two people who were chatting and turned his gaze to the various exquisitely arranged breakfast items in front of him.

Altair randomly picked a piece and began to savor it slowly, like a bird pecking at food.

After a meal that lasted more than half an hour, everyone went to the Reception Hall and chatted.

Seeing Altair's dazed expression, Uncle Leif couldn't help but advise, "If it really doesn't work out, let's give up."

"Judging from the Sanguine attack on your house the night before last, their meaning is quite clear: they do not agree to the deal you proposed."

After listening to Uncle Leif's advice, Altair shook his head expressionlessly and said, "I still want to give it a try."

"While the Beyonder Characteristic of the Apothecary Pathway aren't exactly a necessity for me."

"But this opportunity is so rare, I'd feel really bad if I didn't make as much money as possible."

"Besides, haven't I increased the number of bargaining chips I can use for transactions now?"

After speaking, Altair added, "Furthermore, I don't believe that my current actions are making things difficult for them, because this is inherently a win-win situation."

"I'll provide the technology, they'll provide the manpower, and we'll all make money together."

"I was just curious and wanted to collect a Sanguine Moon pathway with Sequence Four or higher Beyonder Characteristic, that's all."

"Looks like I'm getting old; I can't understand the way young people think anymore." Uncle Leif sighed, then gave up trying to persuade him and sat down to silently sip his morning tea.

"How could that be, Uncle Leif? If we calculate based on the average age of Demigod, you're currently in your prime," Altair explained with a smile.

However, Altair's words did not gain the approval of Uncle Leif.

Looking at the silent person before her, Altair couldn't help but tremble. Because at this moment, she dared not make any promises.

Altair thought that she could easily attract the attention of the Sanguine elites by simply pressuring them and offering them a lot of business concessions, so that they would invest in her and give her the Beyonder Characteristic of "Moon pathway, Sequence Three High Summoner".

But who knew that the day before yesterday, on the afternoon of the 28th, after Altair had her Butler Hahn mail the letter, her house was attacked by Sanguine that very night.

Although these Sanguine misjudged and underestimated the strength of her Beyonder, resulting in not only failing to capture and rescue the original Sanguine, but also losing two new Vampire.

But they actually stormed in, without any intention of negotiating at all.

If Vivian hadn't been home that night, they might have actually rescued the Sanguine prisoner.

Seeing the two of them, Vivian couldn't help but shake her head. Although she knew Altair's plan, she couldn't say it outright because Uncle Leif was present. She could only pat Altair's back gently to comfort him.

May 1, 1347, Bexland, Empress Borough, Sheffield Manor.

Altair watched the carriage disappear into the distance, and couldn't help but think to himself, "It seems the Beyonder Characteristic of 'High Summoner ' isn't so easy to obtain."

Back at the villa, Altair went to the sofa in the living room and nestled into Vivian's arms for comfort.

Vivian gently patted Altair's back as she comforted him, "If it really doesn't work out, then we'll just give up."

"Hmm~" Upon hearing this, Altair nodded slightly and said with a wronged expression, "Actually, I am very clear about the importance of the Sequence Three High Summoner Beyonder Characteristic to Sanguine."

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"But I just can't help wanting it."

"Alright, alright," Vivian said, comforting Altair. "Didn't those Sanguine just say that even they don't have enough Sequence Three Beyonder Characteristic to advance—let alone trade them?"

"If you really want to, we... um... we can hunt ourselves in the future."

"As for the hunting routes, haven't we already been given them?"

"Let's wait another two years, until we both advance to Sequence Four, before making any plans."

After Altair nodded, he said to Vivian, "Aren't you curious about my strong desire for the Beyonder Characteristic of Moon pathway Sequence Three?"

"No," Vivian replied softly. "You have your own plans and concerns. Tell me when you're ready."