Trafford Buyers Club

Chapter 4054 The Empire, the Eldest Princess
Soon, a piece of information about the [magic side] appeared on Young Master Meron Fox's desk.

With enough wealth, there's practically no intelligence you can't buy, given the existence of the intelligence industry giant, the Secret Society.

As for "that place"... it's far too inefficient for intelligence gathering, unless it's something even the "Secret Society" can't find out about.

Because [that place] has always only been used for high-level matches.

Of course, with Master Merlon Fox's current channels, it is currently impossible to contact "that place"—unless the messengers from "that place" take the initiative to find him.

I heard that the head of the family has a reliable connection to the messenger from [that place]...

However, young Master Meilong had been preparing since birth—he was ready, but the messenger never came.

……

This is information about the Titus family of gods. Because they are willing to spend money, and the gods of the Titus family are not some kind of immortal beings that cannot be offended, the information about all the core members of this family of gods is basically complete.

This naturally includes information about the eighth divine child, [Black-haired Li Wei], who came to observe the ceremony.

"During this ceremony observation trip, they suddenly disappeared for a period of time, and then reappeared, having already entered the [scientific] realm?"

Looking at the intelligence report, Young Master Meilong couldn't help but frown.

Because it doesn't match.

The accompanying personnel information contained no details about the green-haired girl—could it be that this girl only appeared in the [Levi Titus] viewing group during this period of absence?

In addition, there is another matter, which is that Momojiro seems to be hiding something.

That was the transformation potion produced by the Titus family of gods. It did have something unique about it. In Melon Fox's opinion, one of its effects could be considered excellent. However, in Momojiro's words, it seemed to be similar to other products on the market.

Momojiro, this shrewd and calculating fellow, doesn't seem to want me to pay too much attention to [Levi Titus]?
“Butler, give the Secret Society more money to continue their investigation, and get our people moving as well.” Melon Fox casually tossed the intelligence files onto the table. “I need to know what Levi Titus did and who he met during the time he was missing.”

"As you wish, young master."

Mellon Fox tapped his fingers lightly on the table a few times, then suddenly said, "I'm going for a walk in the courtyard."

……

This is a detached villa inside the hotel, offering excellent privacy. It's clear that Momojiro really put a lot of effort into getting it... [Shohiko] was quite satisfied with this.

Along the way, the sailors of the Black Pearl were completely replaced by the true attendants of Levi Titus, and the magical airship also belonged to the Titus divine family.

At this point, the sailors had been ordered to remain on the magic ship.

For the pirate sailors who had just finished serving their sentences in Rogue and were now facing another prison sentence in Marindor, this was worse than death, so they decided to rebel.

Then [Xiang Feihu] killed them with swift and decisive action... and then, that was the end of it.

Who said that [Xiang Feihu] is beautiful inside and out?

After making an example of a few troublemakers by hanging them, the sailors on the Black Pearl suddenly became clear-headed and realized that staying on the ship for further training might not be such a bad idea...

Captain Luo didn't care about Li Huamei's ruthless methods at all. Since he had become a Void Pirate, he would act as much as possible like a pirate.

As for the Black Pearl itself, it can actually be stored away, which is very convenient—there is a way to shrink and store the Black Pearl inside a bottle, just like a ship in a bottle ornament.

"Lord Xiang Feihu, did you say that all the other captains have safely arrived at [Marindo]?"

"[Gold] Shaq asked curiously as he moved some furniture around in the villa."

The reason was that the maid didn't like the environment of the villa, so she made some slight modifications to the layout—which was taken care of by [Brother Xian] Shak that day.

Even though it was only a few days' stay, Shaq felt that this "sister-in-law" was being too particular.

"According to the plan, each captain participating in the operation will enter under a different identity," [Xiang Feihu] said calmly. "It should be within the next few days. You don't need to ask any more questions; just do your job."

Shak thought to himself, if it weren't for the fact that [Xiang Feihu] wasn't a [Long-Eared] tribe member, he could have fed her that half-eaten magical carrot and made one of the "goddesses" of the [Freedom and Wildness] Gorge so obedient to him!
"Haha, you're right..." Shak chuckled, then moved closer to Bai Zhi, "Miss Bai Zhi, this vase is placed here, isn't it?"

"Wait a minute, Miss Yuya said she was going to throw it away. This vase is too ugly. Didn't you hear me?"

...I didn't take it to heart at all.

"Never mind, I'll just throw it away." Bai Zhi handed her broom to Shaq. "Uncle Shaq, you can clean the floor!"

—I, the most feared and ruthless "Great Pirate," am the most likely candidate to be promoted to "Legendary Pirate"...

"Okay! I'm going right now!"

……

The vase wasn't large, but the angelica was petite, so holding it made it seem rather heavy.

It's not that she throws it directly into the trash can, but rather she finds a place to put it in the courtyard outside—the maid doesn't want things that don't fit her aesthetic sense to continue appearing in her sight... unless there's a reason to tolerate it.

"Such a beautiful vase, isn't it a waste to throw it away?"

The sound came.

Bai Zhi blinked and looked around. She saw a handsome man with blond hair walking towards her with a smile on his face and his hands behind his back.

The young man has an extraordinary air about him, and he has the presence of a wealthy young master.

Bai Zhi: "Are you talking to me?"

Melon Fox was staring intently at the green-haired girl in the white dress, his gaze momentarily lost in thought.

The person had already walked up to her, but didn't say anything, just stared blankly at her... Little Bai Zhi couldn't help but wave her little hand in front of the person, quite puzzled, "Are you alright?"

"Merlon Fox," Young Master Merlon said abruptly, snapping out of his daze.

"Huh?" Bai Zhi looked completely bewildered.

Melon Fox chuckled softly and said indifferently, "And your name, lovely lady?"

"..."

—What's wrong with this guy?

—It feels so greasy…

Having watched countless popular Chinese idol dramas and contributed numerous吐槽 (tu cao, meaning to criticize or ridicule) comments, Miss Bai Zhi pursed her lips slightly at this moment.

She knows a lot, okay?

Do you really think being a mouth double for a maid is so easy...?

Without answering the question from the man who called himself "Melon Fox," Miss Bai Zhi simply smiled slightly, nodded gently, and then quickly headed back towards the villa.

Watching that departing figure, Melon Fox was once again lost in thought, muttering to himself.

"They look so alike, so incredibly alike..."

"Could it be an [isotope] on its side?"

A moment later, a servant noticed Young Master Meilong standing alone in the courtyard and quickly ran over. "Young Master, what's wrong?"

"Arrange the spaceship; I'm going to Area One," Melon Fox said calmly.

……

The administrative regions of [Marindo] are divided into very simple numerical regions—the first region is basically the location of the royal family, royal family-related personnel, some important imperial officials, and the headquarters of the major administrative units of the empire.

The Empire, the Princess's Residence.

Inside the mansion, in a huge sports field built in the central courtyard, a silver-white [Godslayer Armor] was undergoing high-difficulty training.

It wasn't a wide-ranging attack, but rather a series of rapid dodges within an extremely confined space.

"Her Highness the Eldest Princess's data has been updated again!"

"Your Highness is still improving. This is just a training machine. I really don't know how terrifying Your Highness will be when you pilot the [Starlight]!"

The coaches who were sparring with the students were constantly amazed.

Meanwhile, in the cockpit of the training machine in the arena, a communication request from a maid popped up on the screen.

“Your Highness, Melon Fox of the Fox family requests an audience.”

There was no response; the empire's eldest princess continued her training methodically and without disorder—until she finished half an hour later.

As soon as the training aircraft landed, a group of dozens of maids rushed forward.

The hatch opened, and a tall, slender figure in a white, tight-fitting combat suit jumped out... The moment the tactical helmet was removed, a head of slightly wavy, center-parted green hair fluttered gently.

Mature, noble, beautiful, with eyes as bright as the Milky Way... and imperial.

Moreover, he's a C-rank expert!
The Empire's eldest princess casually tossed aside her tactical helmet and said calmly, "Have Melon Fox come over in an hour."

An hour... naturally, because after training, Her Highness the Princess needed to take a bath and clean herself.

……

Having waited for nearly two hours, Melon Fox felt no dissatisfaction whatsoever… Given her status, the fact that this princess was willing to meet her was already a favor, given the name "Fox".

If his eldest brother, who is the first in line to the throne, were to arrive, it would probably take at least an hour and a half.
The eldest princess appeared, dressed simply... in riding attire that perfectly accentuated her tall figure.

But Melon Fox dared not look too long. People often said that the princess's beauty belonged to the empire and was sacred and inviolable.

“Meron Fox, the third son of the Fox family.” The Imperial Princess glanced at him casually. “What brings you here?”

Melon Fox, who had already prepared his speech, said solemnly, "Your Highness, the number of guests arriving in Marindo recently has been increasing, and one of my hotels has been fortunate enough to host quite a few delegations..."

"Get to the point," the princess said indifferently. "I'll give you three minutes for Lance Fox's sake."

Lance Fox... The current head of the prestigious Fox family, and also the grandfather of Melon Fox.

“Among the guests staying at the hotel, I discovered someone.” Knowing the temperament of the Imperial Princess, Melon Fox laid his cards on the table. “Your Highness, please take a look. This is what I have to report.”

He swept his palm forward, and a projection screen instantly appeared in front of the princess.

What appeared on the projection screen was a little girl named Bai Zhi, wearing a white dress, with long, smooth green hair, and a shy face, like a little white flower.

Visibly, the moment the princess saw the person on the projection, a strange light flashed in her star-like eyes.

Melon Fox was once again deeply shocked.

But when the green-haired girl and the princess appeared together in the projection, he couldn't help but marvel again.

One of them is mature, the other is young.

One is like a flower on a high mountain, the other is like an orchid in a secluded valley...

The atmosphere was eerily quiet. Melon Fox could only wait—the first words the princess would utter would determine her attitude and, consequently, his next actions.

After a long while, the empire's eldest princess slowly said, "Where are the documents?"

“It’s still under investigation!” Melon Fox suddenly looked up. “It happened so suddenly that I came here immediately after I found out about it.”

"When is the earliest you can send the information?" the princess asked expressionlessly.

Melon Fox gritted his teeth and said, "Before midnight today!"

"So what if you can't produce it?" the princess said calmly. "I don't need people who lack ability."

Melon Fox took a deep breath and said solemnly, "Since I am not capable enough, then I will no longer covet what does not belong to me... I will disappear from Your Highness's sight forever."

The empire's eldest princess immediately waved her hand.

Without any promises, Melon Fox was overjoyed, knowing that he had indeed struck gold and a golden opportunity had just fallen right in front of him!
If I handle this matter well, I might be able to move up in rank, and I might even be able to get my sister-in-law's position...

Filled with immense pressure and excitement, Melon Fox left the Imperial Princess's residence as quickly as possible!
……

Inside the study of the Princess's residence.

Princess Lucia was standing in front of the window, her back to a mature woman with short silver hair, a sword at her waist, and dressed like a swordswoman.

On the desk, a 3D projection is showing... a green-haired girl.

The silver-haired female swordsman pondered, "How come there's still a counterpart of yours in the [Science Side]? Shouldn't they all already be..."

"She is not."

Princess Lucia's voice slowly rang out.

The female swordsman slightly opened her mouth.

The eldest princess spoke again, but this time about something else: "News came from the royal court today that a new heir has emerged for [Ether Galaxy]."

"【Ether Galaxy】!" The female swordsman's gaze sharpened. "Isn't that Princess 【Otina】... Could this girl be..."

Princess Lucia remained silent at this moment.

The moment she saw it, she had this thought—but she immediately dismissed it. If it were true, how could it appear among the attendees of a small, medium-sized god family's delegation in the [magic side]?

On the desk, there was a document about [Levi Titus].

Mellon Fox even had to send someone to plead with him.

For this imperial princess, a single sentence was enough to summon the Secret Society directly—of course, she wouldn't just listen to Melon Fox's one-sided account.

But like the intelligence obtained by Melon Fox, the intelligence she received also had a gap in the information regarding [Levi Titus].

"Atesleia, what exactly do you want to do..."

The silver-haired female swordsman frowned and remained silent; it seemed that the new emperor's ascension to the throne would not be smooth sailing.