ATPnovel Chapter 4125 I've been cheated on?
Chapter 4125 I've been cheated on?
Chapter 4125 I've been cheated on?
In the underground river, a small boat discreetly sailed towards the Ghost Market.
Sherman was quite uneasy at this moment.
He originally did not plan to go to the Ghost Market alone, but for some reason, he suddenly could not contact several of his "investors".
However, since the funds had already been transferred to his account, Sherman didn't think too much about it.
This wasn't his first time entering the Ghost Market. He would occasionally come here to find some exquisite trinkets to please His Highness Anle, so he was quite familiar with the Ghost Market.
Wearing a black robe and a mask, Sherman wandered around and soon entered a tavern.
There are a large number of assassination organizations stationed here, as well as many lone wolves... Before coming, Sherman had already done his homework and made prior contact.
In the small room provided by the tavern, Sherman soon saw the three people he had contacted in advance—two of whom were twin brothers.
Sherman met with the three men separately in two separate meetings. The first men he met were the twin brothers, the Leo brothers.
The twin brothers came from the Empire of Arantides. They were initially wanted for killing a young master of a noble family due to a personal grudge, and later simply became assassins.
The two brothers worked together seamlessly and completed several challenging tasks, gradually building their reputation in the industry.
His greatest achievement was once lying low for three years and finally successfully assassinating an immortal being of the [Radiant Moon] level.
The ordering process went very smoothly. Sherman provided the other party with Levi Titus's basic information and address, and the Leo brothers readily accepted the prepayment and then left.
Sherman wasn't worried about the scam, because this was the "Ghost Market," and the assassin's tavern had a good reputation. If an assassin took the money and ran away, the "Ghost Market" would handle it privately, recovering the deposit, and punishing those who broke the rules.
Next, Sherman met a female assassin, rumored to be a demonic cultivator from the [Mythological Side]. Sherman couldn't understand a word of her descriptions: "entering the path through killing," "born with a demonic heart," "jade-faced Asura"...
This was simply someone listed on the assassin's tavern's recommendation list; the price was right, and Sherman thought that a female assassin might make it easier to approach the target.
"...That's how it is, Fairy Linglong." Sherman looked at the female assassin named Fairy Linglong with amusement.
A delicate silver mask partially obscuring her face, a unique black updo, and a seductive figure—she gave off a feeling far less like an assassin and more like a woman of the night.
Sherman suddenly felt his throat go dry and quickly composed himself. "Your main task this time is to follow the Leo brothers. If their assassination fails, you'll fill in. Don't worry, the Leo brothers don't know I've also asked you to come."
Fairy Linglong smiled and said, "You're very cautious, sir. I've heard of the Leo brothers... but what if they succeed?"
“Of course you’ll get your share!” Hillman quickly said. “If Brother Leo succeeds, I will still pay you the full reward. If you are the one who ultimately completes the mission, Brother Leo’s share will also be yours.”
"Our benefactor is indeed generous; it's a pleasure doing business with him."
"Pleasant to work with."
Soon, Sherman left the Killer's Tavern... Since he was already in the Ghost Market, Sherman didn't plan to leave just like that. There was still a long time before the Ghost Market closed, so he planned to go to the Ghost Market's famous pleasure house to release some evil energy.
Outside, Sherman never dared to act recklessly for the sake of his position in the male servant corps, but in the Ghost Market, there were fewer such concerns—even the Pale Goddess couldn't detect him here.
It's a place where if you have money, you can enjoy everything.
Sherman even planned to stay in the Ghost Market for the rest of the time, waiting for the Leo brothers or Fairy Linglong to complete the quest.
Although the Ghost Market closes at dawn, you can actually stay overnight... just pay money, but you can't leave during the day.
Entering the pleasure house, Sherman waved his hand and rented it for ten days straight—he had plenty of money this time, and he could always get reimbursed by the Queen in the end…
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Linglong Fairy has a fixed place to live in the Ghost Market. It is an old metal shack on the outside, but the interior is not simple.
"It's almost a hundred years."
Linglong Fairy took off her mask and lay down comfortably... According to the sect's requirements for true disciples, she had voluntarily applied to come to the [Science Side] for training, and she would be able to return in less than half a year.
Return to the sect of [Glorious Ruins].
"Recently, news has spread within the sect that the Dao Heaven Immortal Path is about to open. Perhaps I can catch up and compete for that wisp of immortal destiny to the [Ultimate Realm]..."
Linglong Fairy felt somewhat anxious. If she missed this opportunity, the next opening of the [Glorious Return to the Ruins] Immortal Path would take at least five thousand years. Missing this opportunity meant waiting another five thousand years, which was something she didn't want to see... If she missed the next one, the waiting time would only be even longer.
The opening of the Dao Heaven Immortal Path takes longer each time.
"The four sides of the void are ultimately just the starting point..." Fairy Linglong thought to herself. "Although there are many powerful individuals within the four sides, the truly powerful ones have already entered the [Primordial] node and rarely return. This [Science Side] is never a place for me to stay for long. If it weren't for... I wouldn't have chosen this place."
With that in mind, Fairy Linglong opened the information on the target provided by her benefactor and began to read it carefully. At the same time, she placed an order with the intelligence agency of the Ghost Market to buy an additional copy of the information.
With her sect's true disciple training nearing its end, she certainly didn't want to capsize at this crucial moment...
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Three days have passed in a flash, and there are fresh news happening every day in Marindo.
But these past few days, the most talked-about person has to be the Imperial Chancellor, Lord Babylon.
The common people were unclear why this once powerful Lord of Babylon had met with such misfortune, but the great nobles knew very well!
[Babilon] failed to subdue Lord Francis!
Many members of the [Babylon] clan have also had their accounts temporarily frozen for various reasons... Many planets developed in conjunction with the [Void Bank] have also seen their projects come to a standstill.
All commerce and industry within its territory suffered an unprecedented blow.
But that's not the most critical issue.
Most critically, within just a few days, all the Void Bank branches in Lord Babylon's territories withdrew, ceasing all transaction and settlement operations with Lord Babylon's territories!
This truly hit the snake where it hurts.
The money people have in the bank is still there, but they can't withdraw it! There's nowhere to withdraw it! They'd have to travel to other star systems to withdraw it!
Within just twelve hours of the incident, thousands of riots and protests erupted across more than a dozen territories and star systems under Lord Babylon, overwhelming the local garrison...
Of course, the actions of the Void Bank have seriously damaged its reputation, but this time the Void Bank seems determined to go its own way and nothing seems to matter.
The entire imperial court seemed to have fallen silent.
In a manor arranged by the Imperial Embassy—a residence specially prepared for Lord Francis by the Imperial Ministry of Foreign Affairs, its luxury goes without saying.
Thanks to their encounter on the road, and the earlier acquisition of the company by the Void Bank, it was only natural that Miss Sheryl, the Galactic Fairy, would also move into this manor.
Sheryl was enjoying a delicious breakfast... while absentmindedly scrolling through the headlines.
Miss Xizi naturally accompanied him. Since moving into this manor, she has been enjoying herself. The poor working assistant even wished that the coronation ceremony could be extended indefinitely.
"Miss, do you think that Lord [Babilon] will come again today?" Miss Xizi asked gossipy.
These past few days, Lord [Babilon] has come to visit, but he has been turned away each time; Francis simply won't see her... Miss Xizi remembers that on the first night, Lord [Babilon] brought a woman whose beauty was no less than her own young lady's.
I heard she's the eldest daughter of the Papillon family, Mercedes.
Sherry said casually, "As long as the Void Bank doesn't stop its sanctions against Lord Babylon, he won't give up."
“Yes!” Miss Xizi rested her chin on her hand, taking small bites of an expensive pastry cake, and exclaimed, “The Void Bank is truly terrifying. Even a high-ranking noble like Lord Babylon can be killed without any resistance.”
Sherry said calmly, "After all, the commercial sector on the [Science Side] is too developed, unlike other Void Sides."
Xi Zi couldn't help but look at her young mistress with a puzzled expression.
These past few days, she had a distinct feeling that her young mistress wasn't as attentive to that Lord Francis anymore. Although she would still greet him as usual and be polite in every way... it just gave her a very perfunctory feeling.
As the assistant of the "Galaxy Fairy", Miss Xizi actually knows that Sheryl has always hoped to find someone she can truly rely on.
This Mr. Francis seems to be the best fish in Miss's fishpond—you can't find any bigger than him, because if he were any bigger, Miss herself would probably be the one to become a fish.
Miss Xizi even has a rather scary feeling... Does Miss Sheryl have someone she likes?
Judging from her occasional absent-mindedness and preoccupied look when she was with Miss Sherry, it seemed as if she was missing someone... It seems that she only became like this after returning from the Royal Academy that day.
While she was lost in thought, Sheryl had already stood up.
"Miss, where are you going? Aren't you going to eat?"
"You eat, I'm going to practice singing," Sherry said calmly. "You don't need to come along, I want some peace and quiet."
"Okay?"
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"...Hello, Lord Karl."
"Good morning, Miss Sheryl," Karl greeted politely. "Are you going out?"
"No, I'm just planning to practice singing. With the gift coming up soon, I can't slack off," Shirley smiled politely.
Carl nodded, then suddenly said, "The boss ordered a new microphone for you, from the Angel series designed by Master Pompeii."
Sherry exclaimed in surprise, "This is too precious, I can't accept it..."
Carl casually said, "Miss Sheryl is the company's most important star. The more successful your performance is, the better it will be for the company. There's no need to refuse."
"Then...please thank Lord Francis for me. I will definitely work hard."
"You're welcome."
She watched Carl's assistant leave, and soon after, she arrived at the karaoke room... Francis's care for her clearly exceeded the level of how a typical company boss would treat an outstanding employee.
Even as a [Galactic Fairy]...
But Sherry could sense that Francis didn't seem to be interested in her in that way... Could it be because he really thought highly of her commercial value?
Well, as the "Galaxy Fairy," she has a long-standing reputation and is confident that her commercial value is still very high.
Sheryl suddenly sighed.
As Xizi said, Francis was such a good target, which was originally the most ideal - anyway, she didn't intend to invest real feelings, so what difference did it make who she was a caged bird?
Rich, powerful, influential, and good-looking... and all of these are top-tier qualities from a scientific perspective.
"What's wrong with me...?"
Sherry gently touched her heart. Ever since returning from the Royal Academy that day, a figure had been haunting her mind, and even these past few nights, her heart would pound in her chest when she dreamed of it...
It's absolutely toxic.
There's no way to practice singing. In this state of mental unease, not only can the "Divine Voice" not be brought to life, it might even turn into an "Evil Voice," which is not what she wants to see.
Just as my thoughts were in turmoil, an avatar that had been lying dormant for a long time suddenly lit up on my communicator.
Sherry's fingers trembled slightly. After hesitating for a moment, she chose to click... What she saw was that face that she both loved and hated—a certain witch!
"Hey, you slut, I heard you've come to [Marindo]? Want to sneak out and have a go at it?"
"You shameless wretch, you're as despicable as ever." Miss Sheryl's voice turned icy. "Give me my money back!"
The witch that appeared on the screen was not the real [Star Witch], but rather a certain scoundrel who had replaced the larger version.
Miss Nan narrowed her eyes. "Why should I pay back the money I borrowed through my own abilities? I'll just let you have your fun a few more times, you slut, are you coming or not?"
"Then get lost." Sherry was very annoyed and looked like she was about to cut off the communication.
Xie Nan was taken aback for a moment, and asked in surprise, "Are you out of your mind? What, you didn't manage to get close to that CEO?"
"What's it to you?" Sherry said coldly. "Take care of yourself first! You're still wanted... You didn't actually come to [Marindo], did you? Should I report you?"
"...So, how about you come out and have a friendly spar?"
"roll!"
【Galaxy Fairy】pressed the end-of-communication button with a look of disgust.
She took a deep breath, but the air felt stuck in her chest, making her feel even more uncomfortable.
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The royal court is located in the former residence of Princess Odina.
Xie Nan subconsciously rubbed his ears. "This bitch actually yelled at me. That's rare... Usually, she'd yell at me and then immediately say no, then suddenly act all different. Could it be that she's really found a sugar daddy?"
Miss Nan, who was usually so carefree, suddenly frowned.
Something's not right, something's not right!
hiss……
Xie Nan suddenly felt like he was being cuckolded... That bitch Sherry Lu seems a little strange?
— Minotaur, you have already chosen your own death!