Appeal (Part 1)

Romon hesitated for a moment, then shook his head. "Where can you get hold of stone? If it has to be transported from a long way off, that'll be far too troublesome..."

"Don't worry about that. Did you think the stone would be given away for nothing?" Aivisi covered her mouth with one hand and spoke with amusement.

"Ahem, that's good, then. I hope this batch of stone can arrive as quickly as possible. I'm waiting to use it here. I've troubled you again this time." Thinking of how every trade had brought him considerable benefits, Romon looked at Aivisi with some emotion.

Aivisi nodded lightly and smiled. "Rest assured, I've also profited from these trades. You needn't be so sentimental."

"Suit yourself. So long as the goods arrive, that's all that matters." Seeing this, Romon said no more. He smiled and sighed. "Let's go. We've been walking around all day. You must be tired too."

"Yes, I should rest a little. I'll be returning tomorrow. The next time I come, I'll be bringing the stone. You can't deny the debt then." Aivisi spoke half-jokingly.

"How could I? In that case, let's seal it with a high-five. As long as you transport the stone materials I need here, we'll trade at once." Romon raised one hand.

Aivisi smiled and slapped her palm against his. "It's a deal."

After reaching this agreement, Aivisi did not linger. She rested for only one night, then bade Romon farewell early the next morning and departed. After leaving those waters and traveling for several days, an island far larger than Gold and Silver Island appeared between the blue sea and sky.

This was Hope Island, the place Aivisi was returning to. After a long period of construction, Hope Island had completely changed beyond recognition.

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