readease #487 - Chapter 476 News about Elek (Part 2)
#487 - Chapter 476 News about Elek (Part 2)
"Alright, Master, stop beating around the bush, just name your price."
Having dealt with Melz for so long, Jiang Han naturally understood what he meant.
"What are you saying? With our relationship, would I ever ask for your gold coins?"
Melz said with a smile, "This is called a friendly sponsorship, no reward needed. I'll send you the coordinates right away."
"Are you really being this nice?"
Jiang Han was a bit suspicious.
Despite how the previous times looked, with Melz seemingly being the one doing all the work for little gain,
Jiang Han knew very well that this old man was not one to act without a benefit in sight. Why the sudden change of heart today?
To say he was moved by love and morality, Jiang Han would absolutely not believe it.
"But then again, you are the Grand Duke of the Dragon Phoenix Empire, the behind-the-scenes ruler of Windleaf City, practically a god of wealth, richer than a country."
Sure enough, Jiang Han hadn't been wondering for long before Melz spoke up, "Someone like you probably doesn't need any so-called sponsorship, even if our friendship is quite deep."
"However, knowing you, you would never let me suffer a loss."
"If you were to take advantage of me, it would definitely tarnish your reputation as Lord Yehan. Even for the sake of Windleaf City and your Grace's reputation,"
"I absolutely cannot allow such a thing to happen."
Melz said with righteous indignation, "No matter how many gold coins, I think you should still offer a token of appreciation."
"Of course, I don't care about money. I have no interest in money."
"The happiest time for me was when I didn't earn a single coin. I don't love money at all."
"So, you can decide for yourself."
"Understood."
Jiang Han nodded thoughtfully, "Then Master, do you think one gold coin is enough?"
"Enough!"
Melz nodded, "Absolutely enough! If you, Yehan, think your reputation is worth only one gold coin, then so be it!"
"This is simply a testament to our friendship, a one-gold-coin transaction! How noble and legendary."
"I will definitely write about this extraordinary event and introduce your noble character to others."
"Alright, alright..." Jiang Han's head was about to explode from listening, "Master, stop reciting."
"Ten million, ten million for your coordinates, is that too much?"
"Ten million?" Melz's eyes lit up instantly, "That's definitely not too much, a very reasonable transaction."
"Reasonable, right?"
Jiang Han smiled, "What if I add a clue to a level 100 Legendary equipment from the Apocalypse Continent?"
"Level 100 Legendary equipment?"
Melz's eyes shone even brighter, nodding like a chick pecking at rice, "Reasonable, reasonable, that's just too reasonable!"
"What if I add a Forbidden Spell scroll?"
"Forbidden Spell scroll? You, you, you..."
Melz's eyes were like two embedded gems, like a hungry wolf hiding in the darkness, with only his eyes shining brightly, "Are you playing with me?"
"I'm not that bored yet."
Jiang Han smiled faintly and said, "These things are all friendly sponsorships."
"Are you about to kick the bucket tomorrow? Coming here to leave your inheritance?"
Melz was completely dumbfounded. So many good things, friendly sponsorships?
Heavens!
"Master, don't curse me, that's called biting the hand that feeds you."
Jiang Han's mouth twitched. What kind of talk was that?
"That's not what I meant, I just don't understand, what are you trying to gain?"
Melz looked wary, "I still understand the principle that pies don't fall from the sky. What do you want?"
"I'm warning you, I'm old, I can't handle the stress. Although I don't have any children, that's because I'm too engrossed in cultivation, it doesn't mean I'm interested in men."
"You already have Sophia, don't get any funny ideas!"
"What are you even talking about?" Jiang Han's mouth twitched, forcibly suppressing the urge to hit him.
Was this old geezer's imagination too rich?
"Then make it clear, otherwise I won't feel at ease," Melz asked warily, "There must be a conspiracy."
"A conspiracy is too strong a word, but you're right about one thing, these things aren't for nothing."
Jiang Han calmed down and said, "And it's not just for you alone."
"Then who else are you giving them to?" Melz asked.
"Of course, Sol and Alessia and the others."
Jiang Han said, "I'll probably be leaving Windleaf City for a while again. During this time, maintaining order in Windleaf City will depend on you."
"I don't trust anyone else."
"I see."
Only then did Melz relax, patting his chest to assure him, "Don't worry, with me guarding Windleaf City, I'll hold up the sky even if it falls."
"I don't doubt that."
Jiang Han knew very well how dedicated Melz was.
Although his prices were a bit high, he really stepped up when things happened!
When Windleaf City was on the verge of falling, everyone else didn't even take half a step back, they just charged forward.
That courage and reliability were completely worth the resources and benefits.
If someone else tried to overcharge him, Jiang Han wouldn't even bother.
Moreover, the Saint's Judgment item was indeed too important. Even if there was a glimmer of hope, Jiang Han had to pursue it. Then, in the future, he would most likely have to leave the Lost Continent.
During this time, Windleaf City could only be entrusted to Melz and the others.
It was necessary to provide a friendly sponsorship to improve the overall strength of Windleaf City.
In addition, with Sol currently forging a set of Divine equipment, the clues to Legendary equipment were of limited help to him personally. It would be better to just give them to Melz and the others to maximize their value.
"As for equipment forging and the like, go to Sol and the others if you need anything. You can also freely use the resources in the city,"
Jiang Han continued to instruct, "The speed of accumulating gold coins can be slowed down appropriately."
"It seems you really want to find Elek."
Listening to Jiang Han's words, Melz sighed softly.
"Yes." Jiang Han said in a deep voice, "The Pseudo-gods may invade the Lost Continent soon. I must improve my strength as soon as possible."
"The situation is urgent."
"Understood. I will do my best to guard Windleaf City. If there are any accidents, I can just go to the Boundary Battlefield and bring back reinforcements. You don't need to worry too much."
Knowing that saying more was useless, Melz agreed, "I've sent you the coordinates of the main temple. Good luck."
Jiang Han responded and then cut off the communication.
"Pseudo-gods..."
Melz lowered his head and stared at the communication token in his hand, seemingly thinking about something.
After a moment, he withdrew his gaze, looked up at the sky, and his eyes were complicated.
"That's..."
"A very important reason..."