Fantasy Lord: Beginning with Daily Intelligence-Chapter 168 - 129: Obtaining the Purple Gold Grass, the Assad Family’s Investment (2)

Chapter 168: Chapter 129: Obtaining the Purple Gold Grass, the Assad Family’s Investment (2)

He is the current head of the Assad Family, and the current Count Assad.

"What a pity there are only six months left; otherwise, if the Fruit of Life from the family arrived, my father might have one more chance to become a Sky Knight."

Shaking his head with a sigh, the blonde middle-aged man showed a hint of helplessness.

Six months is really too short. That Fruit of Life can’t possibly arrive within half a year, not to mention that the Star Moon Fruit needs time to mature.

By that time, the Purple Gold Grass would likely have lost its effect. Rather than keeping it, it’s better to auction it off so at least we can get quite a few Gold Coins in exchange.

"Knock knock!"

As he was pondering, the door was knocked on.

"Come in!"

The blonde middle-aged man frowned slightly, but still spoke.

Soon the door opened, and Dery walked in.

"My lord, a Golden Card holder wants us to keep that Purple Gold Grass."

Once Dery came in, he didn’t dare to slack off; he hurriedly spoke respectfully, reporting the situation.

"Oh? Seems like someone really needs it?"

"Which family is it from?"

The blonde middle-aged man paused for a moment, then asked with a smile.

"It’s from the Dressrosa Family."

"I don’t know how they got a Golden Card!"

Dery spoke respectfully, with a look of puzzlement, as he handed over the Golden Card.

"A Rajos Golden Card?"

"My son is really generous."

The blonde middle-aged man glanced at the Golden Card and chuckled softly.

"Young Master Rajos?"

Hearing the blonde middle-aged man’s words, Dery was momentarily surprised, somewhat taken aback.

"Alright!"

"Most likely that Count Engle wants to become a Sky Knight!"

"Well then, keep that Purple Gold Grass for now, and tell that little fellow to bring out twenty thousand Gold Coins, and it will be his without needing to auction it."

As Dery pondered, the blonde middle-aged man’s gentle words sounded.

"My lord, this!"

Dery hesitated.

"Go ahead."

"Consider it a heads-up then; that young eagle of Dressrosa isn’t bad."

The blonde man waved his hand, speaking with a light smile.

"Yes!"

Although Dery was still full of doubts in his heart, he complied and retreated.

Once Dery was gone.

The blonde man shook his head and chuckled.

He didn’t care too much about it.

He’s not losing out anyway.

A piece of Purple Gold Grass that can only be preserved for six months, even if auctioned, won’t likely attract many; at most, it fetches fifteen thousand to twenty thousand Gold Coins.

As long as the Dressrosa Family can provide twenty thousand Gold Coins, handing over the Purple Gold Grass naturally isn’t a problem.

Similarly, the Dressrosa Family isn’t losing out; after all, this ensures getting it safely and avoiding various unexpected events.

Of course, an arrangement like this isn’t typically possible, as the Assad Family and the Dressrosa Family aren’t particularly friendly.

However, due to Thor, Count Assad didn’t mind showing some goodwill.

After all, he’s learned quite a bit about the Northern Province recently, giving him a vague glimpse of a noble family’s rise.

As a businessman, speculation is undoubtedly the most profitable action.

This is just an initial speculation anyway.

"Thor Dressrosa!"

Count Assad whispered.

Then he shook his head and continued savoring his red wine.

This was just a casual speculation, naturally unnecessary to overthink.

On the other side, Thor and the others soon waited for Dery’s return.

"Lord Count said the Purple Gold Grass might be directly given to you; only twenty thousand Gold Coins need to be paid."

Dery relayed respectfully.

"This!"

Upon hearing Dery’s words, the few were somewhat astonished.

Especially Ruby.

He knows the rules of the Assad Commerce Association.

Even if a reservation is made, bidding is still required; when did direct purchases become possible?

Just in comparison to their shock.

Thor couldn’t help but have a smile emerge.

He didn’t realize things would go more smoothly than he imagined.

The Assad Family even offered it directly to him.

As for twenty thousand Gold Coins.

The price is indeed a bit high.

But the issue isn’t about expense, it’s about availability.

"Sure!"

"When to make payment."

Thor readily agreed.

"Anytime!"

Dery nodded, responding softly.

"Alright!"

"Here are twenty thousand Gold Coins."

Thor nodded and then handed over two different Golden Cards.

In this world, similar to banking, a monetary system has long been formed; after all, you can’t really take ten thousand Gold Coins with you for transactions.

The Two Great Empires established a new system for this, using Copper Cards, Silver Cards, and Golden Cards as units for large-scale goods.

One Copper Card represents ten thousand Copper Coins, one Silver Card represents ten thousand Silver Coins, and one Golden Card represents ten thousand Gold Coins.

"Alright, one moment please!"

Dery nodded.

Soon withdrew again.

This time, only moments later, a wooden box was brought over by an attendant, handed to Thor.

Thor received it, carefully inspecting it, then had Ruby check it to confirm there were no errors, then nodded.

"Thank you!"

Thor spoke softly.

"You’ve spoken too highly, my lord. If you need anything, feel free to call me anytime."

Dery replied with a smile, then withdrew.

Once Dery left.

Looking at the wooden box in their hands, Ruby and Morris were still somewhat incredulous.

"Thor, you’re familiar with the Assad Family as well!"

"That family, because of the Nanyue Province affairs, has had several unpleasant encounters with our Dressrosa Family. Although not materially significant, they aren’t that well-disposed."

Ruby spoke with surprised tones.

"Yeah, when I went to the Assad Family before, those guys didn’t show me much good face."

Morris also echoed with curiosity.

Their gazes were upon Thor, even making him feel slightly embarrassed.

"Just luck!"

"I met a descendant of the Assad Family in the Northern Province."

Thor explained with a smile.

"I see!"

Listening to Thor’s words, Ruby nodded.

His expression carried a hint of understanding.

The Northern Province is quite unique; as the new Pioneer Land, every Pioneer Lord there is a competitor, but also potentially cooperative.

After all, the real enemies are Beastmen and Demon Beasts.

In such a situation, the minor conflicts between the Assad Family and Dressrosa Family are insignificant.

It’s quite normal to have intersecting interests.

"Ah, Thor, the more you talk, the more I want to go to the Northern Province to pioneer."

Morris spoke with a trace of frustration.

"Haha, Morris, pioneering the Northern Province isn’t easy at all, Thor managed it because Thor is strong enough."

"Others may not be as fortunate, Emerson Family’s fool lost their entire territory, and now supposedly had to retreat shamefully."

Ruby spoke earnestly.

As Knight Commander of the Pat Family, he knows quite a bit.

The Northern Province that seems so relaxed through his brother’s eyes, yet he understands the challenges behind it, which is why he hasn’t decided to send his son to the Northern Province yet.

After all, how many can succeed like Thor?

The Dressrosa Family has sent countless Pioneer Knights there, but less than one-tenth become noble.