Chapter 556

March 7th: "Stelle, how come when you say it, this grand thing sounds completely worthless?"

Welt: "The Jade Stone's function should be to draw power from desire, right?"

Welt: "In any case, it's definitely not simple."

Hu Tao: "So Young Lady Topaz really dislikes Penacony?"

Hu Tao: "No one wants to come here much."

Topaz: "If it were just for a vacation, that'd be fine."

Topaz: "But the moment you think it's about negotiating with the family, it becomes utterly dull."

Himeko: "Negotiating with the family is nothing but a string of profit-related matters."

Himeko: "This is truly unpleasant."

Sandgold: "Heh, lucky for me I only need to secure the opportunity—the cleanup isn't my job."

Sandgold: "Otherwise, I'd be driven mad by Old Otto's loud voice."

Miss Qingque: "You handle the slashing, Young Lady Topaz and Jade Lady handle the noise."

Miss Qingque: "Not bad—it's a perfect division of labor!"

Ying: "Ugh... if it were me, I'd rather listen to Old Otto's 'hohoho' than get slashed."

The video continues.

【What that child resolves to do, no one can stop—not even fate.】

【At least he's still alive—that's already the best outcome.】

Jade shakes her head, somewhat wistful.

【Hmm... it seems we've strayed a bit off-topic, Jade Lady.】

【Shouldn't we discuss our next strategy?】

Topaz tries to steer the conversation back on track.

【No need. I'll go in alone later.】

【You go greet our esteemed guests. Wait for my signal before acting.】

Jade instructs Topaz.

【Understood.】

March 7th: "Huh?"

March 7th: "Is Jade Lady going alone to negotiate?"

March 7th: "Is that really safe?"

Stelle: "Look at Jade Lady's aura of complete control."

Stelle: "Do you think she'll lose?"

General Feixiao: "From the display of presence alone, she's already won this negotiation from the start."

Furina: "Mmm... then it looks like Jade Lady is finally about to truly unleash her power!"

Furina: "I can't wait!"

The video continues.

【Huh? Is that... the Robin?】

【So she's on the Hui Changshi too.】

Jade prepares to return to the negotiation hall,

but spots the Robin standing nearby, gazing at the distant scenery.

【Robin Young Lady, hello. I didn't expect to meet you on this ship.】

Jade approaches and greets the Robin.

【Jade Lady? Hello.】

【The Harmony Festival's opening ceremony has been moved to the Hui Changshi—I came ahead to make preparations.】

【And you? Have you spoken with Mr. Old Otto yet?】

The Robin smiles and begins chatting with Jade.

【Actually, I'm just about to go see him.】

【Are you close to him, Robin Young Lady?】

Jade asks.

【Unfortunately, I've never met him—only heard a few remarks from the former Oak Clan head: Mr. Old Otto is a formidable merchant, but in other aspects... I can't say I admire him.】

March 7th: "Ahhh!!! It's Robin Young Lady!"

March 7th: "Robin Young Lady has finally appeared again!"

Furina: "Robin Young Lady is still as beautiful and elegant as ever."

Furina: "She seems... to be in decent condition?"

Hu Tao: "Do Robin Young Lady and Jade Lady know each other??"

Hu Tao: "How did they meet?"

Ying: "Maybe they met before."

Stelle: "Oh! Birdie! I'm so glad you're safe!"

Silver Wolf: "Can you not be so cloying when you call people?"

Stelle: "What's wrong, Wolfie?"

Stelle: "Are you jealous?"

Silver Wolf: "I....!!"

Silver Wolf: "Fine, I give up—I'm scared of you..."

Stelle: "Tsk, I have to say, Sunday's evaluation of Old Otto was spot-on—blunt to the point of being outrageous!"

Paimon: "Old Otto Mr. is a formidable merchant, but in other aspects... I can't say I approve."

Paimon: "So you're saying this Old Otto has no moral底线 at all except for making money and being a merchant?"

Paimon: "Oh my god!!!"

Paimon: "May Penacony never fall into the hands of someone like this!"

Botio: "He's got his precious Oooh-Ba!"

Botio: "I despise scum like this who have money!"

Amber: "Better to fall into the hands of the Strategic Investment Department than into Old Otto's."

Amber: "At least, judging from what we've seen so far, the Stone Heart Ten of the Strategic Investment Department all seem quite decent..."

Brother Dan Heng: "Following a true Guardian Envoy differs somewhat from the other departments of the company."

Sandgold: "Haha, we won't pretend to be good people."

Sandgold: "But if you compare us to the Market Expansion Department, I'm definitely the good guy!"

The video continues.

【What do you think lies ahead for the Star of the Grand Festival?】

Jade wanted to hear what the Robin thought of Penacony at this moment.

【Just as the晖长石号 once halted, yet set sail once more.】

【I believe the Meimeng Society will welcome its rebirth.】

【The Concord must find a new direction—only by bidding farewell to the past can we sail toward tomorrow.】

【There are no eternal allies, nor eternal enemies.】

【I hope we may each gain what we seek from this deal...】

The Robin spoke calmly, uttering words tinged with deep meaning.

【Of course.】

【I look forward to your performance—we shall meet again at the celebration.】

Jade smiled.

【Yes, Ms. Jade, until we meet again.】

Sunday: "Sister, to speak such words shows you've grown immensely."

Sunday: "I am glad—this version of you no longer needs my protection."

March 7th: "Indeed... after all she's been through, Miss Robin has truly become more composed."

March 7th: "I feel somehow... Miss Robin now carries a touch of leadership about her."