The Necromancer is amassing troops like crazy in the apocalypse
Chapter 1378 - 990: You Have No Right to Use Private Punishment

Chapter 1378: Chapter 990: You Have No Right to Use Private Punishment

Retili’s words were unexpected to him.

The Snake Badge Consortium’s operations span the entire continent, hailed as a small association; wherever there’s an association, there’s a Snake Badge building.

Even in places where local policies don’t permit, there exists a clandestine consortium black market nearby.

Cooperating with the Snake Badge Consortium is enough to let the goods of Gold and Silver Island break through the blockade of The Holy Court and penetrate into every corner.

Wu Heng quickly pondered in his heart, yet remained calm outwardly, and spoke slowly, "The collaboration between Gold and Silver Island and the Snake Badge Consortium has always been pleasant; if we can also closely link commercially, it will be mutually beneficial and advantageous!"

Retili’s eyelashes fluttered lightly, her tense shoulders subtly relaxed; it could also be heard that Wu Heng still showed considerable care for her.

The former local head did not have an easy time.

Retili slightly opened her red lips and continued, "About the procurement price...?"

Wu Heng understood her meaning and said, "There is someone responsible for business planning; I need to discuss it first."

Retili said, "Alright! I’ll wait for your message."

After a brief discussion, confirming nothing else was up, Wu Heng stood up, "I’ll be off then; if there’s anything over here, just go to the Island Lord’s Mansion and find Mini."

"Thank you for your attention, my lord." Retili also stood up, swaying her hips as she escorted him out.

After leaving the consortium building, Wu Heng donned his hood and looked at the church across the street.

Confirming there was nothing amiss, he returned to the Island Lord’s Mansion.

...

Entering the living room.

The maids at home were training in the training room; upon seeing him from afar, they waved cheerfully to greet him.

Wu Heng indicated he had nothing to discuss and sat directly in the hall.

He used [Animate Object] to pour himself a cup of cold tea and took a light sip before picking up the communicator to dial Shanaela’s number.

After two rings, a somewhat lazy voice answered, "...What’s up?"

Upon hearing Shanaela’s voice, a smile instinctively appeared on Wu Heng’s face, "Just seeing how you’ve been lately?"

"On the way to the Wood Elf Main City; the Elder’s Council convenes tomorrow." Shanaela spoke as the sound of a carriage traveling could be heard.

The Elder’s Council had been mentioned last time.

Shanaela would be discussing with the elders about setting up additional churches within the entire realm.

"All the designated churches have been handled?" Wu Heng asked.

"Handled, don’t worry!" Shanaela replied confidently.

Wu Heng said, "Thanks for the hard work; our Spirit Awakening Sect relies entirely on you."

"Hmph! As long as you know." Shanaela snorted lightly.

Wu Heng continued, "There’s something I’d like your opinion on — matters of commerce, which are your forte."

"Oh?" Shanaela’s tone rose slightly, hinting at curiosity, "What is it? Tell me."

"The Snake Badge Consortium wants to cooperate with us to sell pens and watches at their outlets, those products from Gold and Silver Island."

"That’s great news!" Shanaela’s tone suddenly lifted, dispelling her earlier drowsiness, her voice filled with excitement.

She was more aware than anyone of Gold and Silver Island’s current situation. Securing cooperation with the Snake Badge Consortium could undoubtedly open up a broader market.

Wu Heng chuckled, "I just wanted to confirm with you, is there any problem in collaborating with the Snake Badge Consortium? And what price would be reasonable for them?"

The other end of the communication line was silent for a few seconds, only her soft breathing could be heard.

Three to four seconds later, Shanaela’s voice rang out again, steady, "Currently, the market price for regular chambers of commerce is a 5% discount; for the consortium, we can offer about a 10% discount. Additionally, to show our respect for the consortium, we can promise priority supply, and even if there is a supply shortage, we will prioritize meeting their needs."

Wu Heng nodded, "Alright, then I’ll negotiate as you suggested."

"By the way," Shanaela suddenly recalled something, adding, "It’s best for the consortium to avoid selling in the Wood Elf areas. I can use this as a bargaining chip at tomorrow’s negotiation to secure more church constructions."

Wu Heng raised an eyebrow, "Sure, the Wood Elves previously supported us under the pressure of The Holy Court; we mustn’t let them lose their market. I’ll make it clear to the consortium."

"Good, then go talk to them; the cooperation agreement is in the drawer of my bedroom, sign it directly if there are no changes, and contact me immediately if there are." Shanaela’s voice carried a hint of a smile.

Hanging up the call, Wu Heng picked up the teacup and took another sip.

Shanaela had been the President of the Wood Elf Chamber of Commerce; if she said there was no problem, then indeed there would be none.

When the time comes, he and Retili will finalize the matter.

Tap, tap, tap~!

The sound of footsteps resonated.

The witch Viola approached from the direction of the training grounds, bowing slightly, her voice cool yet respectful, "My lord!"

Wu Heng smiled and nodded, gesturing for her to sit, "Yesterday Mini mentioned you’re quite good with the dance machine?"

Viola seemed taken aback, her face showing a bit of shyness, "You’ve caught me off guard."

Not wanting to tease her further, Wu Heng took out a phone, sliding it toward her, "This is for you. It’s a communication device; you can directly contact me or Mini, usable in most areas across the continent."

He demonstrated the operation method simply; Viola curiously took it, fingers gliding softly over the screen, her eyes flashing with surprise.

"Did you invent this device as well?" Viola asked with curiosity.

"I can’t claim to have invented it, but it’s unique to us; feel free to use it." Wu Heng replied.

Viola nodded, carefully storing the phone away.

She had essentially become a member of Gold and Silver Island, so receiving such a communication device was reasonable.

Looking up again at Wu Heng, she asked, "My lord, is there anything you need me to do?"

Today was her second day on Gold and Silver Island, and as a Level 18 professional, Wu Heng could not simply have her act as a maid.