Back to Londinium / The Mercurial Noble?

Suika looked at the card and saw that it was not much different in appearance from the one Swire had given her, except that the lettering on this one was a plain light silver, while Swire's was a beautiful purple-gold.

After accepting the bank card, Suika opened her small bag to put it together with Swire's.

"Holy crap, you even have a high-end VIP card from Victoria Bank?!"

Closure immediately noticed the card in Suika's hand, and her eyes widened in surprise.

"Know?"

"Of course, I didn't expect you to be such a super rich woman. But Victoria has a noble family of Oni, how come I've never heard of them?" Closure Suika up and down, unable to discern any connection between her ordinary clothes and strange accessories (referring to the belt with three chains) and a rich heiress.

"Huh?" Scout was also somewhat surprised by Closure's words.

"That card she has isn't something just anyone can get; it's a bank card that only nobles can obtain, and you have to deposit at least 500,000 yuan into it every year to prevent the card from being downgraded."

As the head of external procurement for Rhodes Island, Closure was very familiar with these things.

"This card isn't mine; a friend gave it to me when they found out I was in Victoria."

Suika waved her hand. She didn't need to use other people's money to show off. Of course, she would still spend money when necessary. Anyway, with so much debt, she didn't feel any psychological burden.

Closure chuckled, put her arm around Suika's shoulder, and gave her a fawning look.

"Um, how about we make a deal? I was in a bit of a rush this time, and I'm a little short on cash..."

Seeing this, Suika knew exactly what she was up to, and casually tossed over the bank card she had just received.

"You can use this card however you want, but not this one..."

"Alright!" Closure wasn't greedy; she took the card Suika handed her and happily tucked it into her pocket.

"By the way, how much money is on that card?" Suika asked curiously, since she had given the card away as soon as she got it and hadn't even checked it.

"Hehe, I can't say about other things, but I do know about this."

For this emergency rescue, the town mayor provided 100,000 yuan in rescue funds, and there was also a 10,000 yuan reward for each person rescued.

Kal'tsit said that all the people you rescued were brought out of the mine at your own risk, so the entire reward went to you, and the rescue cost was split equally among the participating operators, probably around four or five thousand each..."

Upon hearing that all the rewards were for her, Suika couldn't bear to hear any more. Her eyes glazed over as she clutched her chest, expressing her profound heartache.

I thought there was only ten thousand or so yuan in this card, maybe twenty or thirty thousand at most. I never imagined there was more than two hundred thousand in it.

The high reward is understandable, considering the mine had just been hit by an explosion and no one knew what was going on inside. Moreover, multiple explosions are normal in Originium, so saving lives is inherently risking one's life.

If you don't offer a generous reward, why would anyone risk their life for you?

I originally thought that at most we could save two or three people, which would only cost twenty or thirty thousand, and wouldn't be much of a problem for the town.

As a result, they encountered Suika, who was unreasonable and rescued more than twenty people. The mayor didn't dare to provoke such a powerful person who dared to enter the mine and rescue so many people. Moreover, they had to rely on Rhodes Island to help quell the riots in the town, so they paid the money obediently.

Chapter 161 Return to Londinium

Suika is heartbroken right now. She truly lives up to her reputation as Rhodes Island's most cunning and treacherous merchant. She cheated me out of money in the game, and now she's ripping me off outside of it too.

Two hundred thousand...

That's no small number.

But I couldn't bring myself to ask for it back.

Thinking of this, Suika's gaze towards Closure became somewhat unfriendly.

Closure felt a chill run down her spine. When she looked up, she saw Suika staring at her menacingly, looking like she wanted to cause trouble. This made her scalp tingle.

Although she had never met him, Scout told her about this amazing man's recent feat on the way.

He single-handedly ventured into a highly concentrated vein of Active Originium was at risk of exploding at any moment, and rescued more than twenty people.

If Scout hadn't witnessed it firsthand and told it to her, she would have thought it was some kind of joke or folk tale.

She was just greedy because Rhodes Island was too poor, and she wasn't stupid. Seeing that Suika was about to get angry, she quickly said...

"This money isn't just taking it for nothing; consider it a loan from Rhodes Island!"

"I'll return 10% to you after one year. Given the current stability of Victoria Gold Notes, you definitely won't lose out."

Upon hearing that it wasn't a freebie, Suika nodded in satisfaction.

She could grit her teeth and part with 30,000 to 50,000 yuan just to make friends, but she really couldn't bear to give away more than 200,000 yuan for free.

After all, it's over 200,000 yuan; if I scrape together a little more, I can draw three more good items.

She did the math: with interest, she'd have around 300,000 yuan in a year, which would be enough to start drawing lots without having to save up. Although it would be a year later, it wasn't a problem for her.

After all, Suika believes that her current combat strength is more than enough, and she will probably choose abilities and items when she draws next.

Seeing that Suika had given up her malice towards her, Closure wiped away non-existent cold sweat from her forehead.

While walking down the street Suika suddenly thought of something.

"By the way, are you two even allowed into Londinium?"

If I remember correctly, most major cities in various countries refuse entry to Sarkaz!

"If the main entrance doesn't work, there are other ways to get in, it just costs more money, but it's not a big deal."

Furthermore, we contacted the supplier in advance, and they will help handle these matters."

Closure is quite adept at using all sorts of unorthodox methods.

Considering that this person is also the head of the Engineering Department and manages Rhodes Island's procurement work.

No wonder they didn't even realize someone had planted a backdoor in Rhodes Island's security procedures.

With such a hectic day, there's no time to check and modify the underlying programs and code.

That evening, on a small hill beside a stream, the three sat together around a campfire.

"Hmm, shouldn't there be mosquitoes and flies in this weather? How come..." Closure after sitting down. In summer, they could hear frogs croaking and cicadas chirping by the river, but they didn't see any mosquitoes or insects around them. This was very illogical, since most insects are attracted to fire and should be drawn to flames.

Scout looked at Suika, recalling her ability to gather Originium and disperse Originium, and concluded that it must have been Suika's doing.

"A special use for Idle Dispersal: Mosquito Dispersal!" Suika had already come up with an excuse. Her ability could also be used to repel or gather crowds or various living beings, so her statement wasn't exactly a lie.

"This is possible?"

And when did you do this?

Closure somewhat shocked. She also knew magic, and given time, she could create barrier-type spells like Idle Dispersal. However, she was surprised by how easily Suika could modify a spell and use it so discreetly.

"It was there from the beginning!" Scout suddenly said.

Suika gave a thumbs up. "Indeed, Scout has sharp eyes. Ever since he created this spell, he's basically been stationed in the wild."

After all, there are too many insects in the wilderness; you can't walk safely outside without some tricks up your sleeve.

Closure thought it made a lot of sense. As someone who often travels, she knew how annoying it was to encounter mosquitoes in the wilderness. Moreover, based on Suika's imagination, she felt that this spell could have even more room for development.

For example, you could inscribe runes on your tent and set them to repel animals or Needle Flea, so that you don't open your tent in the morning to find a Rift Beast squatting at the door ready to eat at a buffet, or find yourself surrounded by disgusting and dangerous creatures like Needle Flea.

The more she thought about it, the more she felt there was potential for growth.

Rhodes Island has quite a few field operators. If they could get this out and sell it to everyone, that would be another considerable source of income.

Thinking of this, she couldn't help but chuckle wickedly.

When Closure suddenly started acting out, with a sinister grin on her face, Suika and Scout instinctively moved a little further away, afraid that she might infect them with her madness.

Over the next few days, Closure spent even more time chatting with Suika on the road.

Because she discovered that Suika's imagination was different from most people's; she would always come up with strange questions or unusual ideas in strange places.

While many of them were useless, quite a few still broadened her horizons.

She took notes of the things that interested her in her notebook, especially the use of several spells. When she mentioned repelling animals or Needle Flea, Suika gave her a live demonstration.

The group found a nest of Needle Flea by the roadside. Under the watchful eyes of Closure and Scout, Suika walked up to the Needle Flea and Flea Dispersal one away. The Needle Flea that were wary of Suika, the intruder, scattered quickly in all directions.

This piqued the interest of not only Closure, but even Scout.

While most people cannot use this spell as easily as Suika, this barrier-like spell can be inscribed onto items for use.

Rhodes Island has many professional magic masters; if you can get them to do it, they can make all sorts of items, including Idle Dispersal.

The group arrived at the city walls of Londinium amidst their discussions.

"We've finally arrived. Hopefully, Viscount Scott will be a little stubborn."

Although I am not Xiao Zizai, and I cannot learn his Great Mercy and Compassion, but..."

Looking at the crowd queuing ahead, Suika's smile grew increasingly arrogant.

Suika had said goodbye to Scout beforehand. After all, they were Sarkaz and couldn't enter the city as openly as Suika. However, because they had made connections in advance, they were able to enter the city first through a passage next to the city wall.

Chapter 162 The Unpredictable Noble?

After entering Londinium

Suika did not meet up with Scout and Closure, but instead contacted them directly via communicator.

After exchanging ideas, both sides agreed that since Londinium is so large, it would be better to split up and search for the target rather than meet up, as this would increase their chances of finding it.

Closure mentioned that one of their suppliers here Blacksteel International, had dealings with many nobles, and she could use that connection to contact Viscount Scott.

Suika then prepared to visit the Swire Family to see if she could find any clues.

Upon arriving at Swire's estate, she discovered that Elisa was no longer in Londinium.

The housekeeper said she had left a week ago to Kestrel Dukedom.

Currently, the person remaining here is a manager of a branch of the family, primarily responsible for selling the Swire Family's fixed assets in Londinium.

There were questions raised within the Swire family about Elisa's demand to sell off all remaining fixed assets of the Swire family, except for the manor.

However, as the highest-ranking Swire Family member in the area, she had the authority to make decisions on this matter arbitrarily, so even if they didn't understand, they had no choice but to accept it.

The butler whispered to Suika

"Many people in the family believe that you are spreading rumors, which is why Elisa has acted so absurdly."

The temporary person in charge who remained here was the one who most vehemently opposed it.

So..."

After listening, Suika nodded. If the other party was really as the butler said, then it was probably not advisable to ask the Swire family for help in finding the person so easily.

After all, these nobles, who were used to sabotaging him behind his back, would be asking him to help them find someone if they already disliked him. That was simply a pipe dream.

Even if they agree, dragging their feet is the easiest and most annoying tactic. Revealing their information to the person being searched for, and then digging a hole for themselves, are all normal methods.

"It seems I'll have to figure it out myself..." Suika sighed.

She soon met the temporary person in charge, an old cat-like man in his forties.

As soon as she entered, Suika couldn't help but frown. The man was wearing a sharp suit, and a gaudy-looking pen was pinned to his chest.

Her golden hair was covered in an enormous amount of hair wax, giving it a glossy, shiny appearance.

With the room filled with the scent of incense, an image of a very rigid, aristocratic young nobleman formed in Suika's mind.

"Ms. Ibuki Suika, right? Although Elisa said you are a friend of the Swire family forever."

However, as you can see, I have a lot on my plate right now.

So if you need anything, please feel free to ask, and I will arrange for someone to do it. But please keep it brief, because my time is very valuable..."

As soon as the man opened his mouth Suika frowned even more. After all, the man spoke in a loud and rhythmic manner, with his voice rising and falling in pitch. It was more like he was singing an unpleasant opera than speaking.

Moreover, his tone was clearly just as the butler had said, making it obvious that he disliked Suika very much.

Suika pursed her lips and took out a photo album.

"When I left Lungmen, I promised Beatrix that I would take pictures of the scenery along the way and send them to her."

I've collected almost a whole book now, but I'm not going back, so I hope to deliver this photo collection to her through Swire's logistics.

The man took the photo album and began to carefully flip through it.

"Ms. Ibuki Suika, I must remind you that although this photo collection is being transferred to the main family, it still needs to be reviewed to ensure that no photos that do not comply with regulations are included. I hope you can understand."

"Of course, that's your right..."

"Is there anything else?"

"No, that's not necessary. Of course, if possible, it would be great if you could find me a nice place to stay for a while."

Suika answered with a smile.