Chapter 76 - 10%

"My powers. Well. I recently discovered them.  Thankfully only an Ignite was around the scene and she didn't rat me out."

Said Michael in a calm tone and added

"What brings a good lady like you on this hell hole?"

"King Zar sent me here. He wants to strike a deal with Gaster Kingdom to use the Port!"

Said Alama in a casual tone.

"Why use the port of Gaster Kingdom when he can use Many ports near the main river? Including Crutal Kingdom!"

"I suppose the word of mouth is slow here considering people mostly leave this place instead of coming here."

"Oh there is something new?"

Asked Michael in curiosity.

"Yes. Something big. Zar left the ill.u.s.tratian alliance, banned the religious organization called "illas" and declared that ill.u.s.tratos and ignites will live equally.

Hence the quote "Status shall be declared by work experience. Not the colour on one's skin."

"Hmmm. Interesting indeed. But is it a smart idea to trust an ill.u.s.tratio? This could be just a scheme to gain more power!"

"No one would risk going against an entire continent for a small fortune.

He is even building new houses and giving them away for free. But the people owning the house, have to pay 40 gold coins. They don't have to pay 40 each either."

"Well i definitely need to check this for myself soon. But please, let me escort you to the Castle. This town is not safe for anyone anymore."

Seeing that the man is very well mannered and he literally just saved her life even though he could of joined the rapists, Alama decided to follow Michael.

He was walking in front leading the way while Alama was on the back with her hand on the battle axe handle just in case any other guy has any funny ideas.

She will not make the mistake of having her Guard down again in this disaster of a Kingdom.

But when she couldn't be focused on her surroundings for a second or two was because of Michael's hair. It was unusual for her to see a man with such beautiful hair.

His hair looked so thick and filled with life that it seemed like he washes them everyday.

For people here or even in Crutal Kingdom, one is considered clean if they took a swim down a river or ocean once in 2 to 3 weeks.

Yet this man's aroma was a blessing from above. No stench was to be smelled from him.

(His manners are something even the rich and royal have trouble competing against. What is he doing in this crap hole?)

She thought but every time she had a small thought about him, she couldn't help the weird feelings she had on her stomach. This is new to her. She isn't used to it.

A lot of men in Pameres Kingdom show no difference from pigs who roll around in mud!

After what seemed to be an eternity, they reached the Castle in the middle of the Kingdom.

They didn't exactly walk far. But the Kingdom's appearance in general is too unsettling, making it look like a long walk. As if time slowed down.

"Oh you don't have to go in there with me Sir Michael. I can handle it from here."

"Oh trust me i have too."

"Do you work in the Castle?"

"Not exactly. I work for Gaster Kingdom."

As they walked in, the King's Throne room or King's hallway(both terms acceptable) was to be seen.

They walked towards what seemed to be an empty throne at the other side of the throne room.

"So what do you work exactly? I'm thinking that you are the King's assistant!"

"Well you are close but not exactly."

Said Michael as he sat on the throne and continued

"Now tell me. What deal does King Zar have for me?"

"You are the King!?

But how? Ignites can't be Kings!"

"Need i to remind you that we were kicked out from the ill.u.s.tratian alliance long ago.

It doesn't just prevent us from getting support from the ill.u.s.tratian alliance anymore, it also makes us independent."

"Meaning their rules don't apply here."

Alama was quick to catch on.

Afterwards she asked

"What about the "illas"? Do they have influence here?"

"No no. They departed long ago. I didn't even have to force them out. Without their influence, ill.u.s.tratios and ignites are able to coexist better now."

"Yes, I did notice that half of the rapists were Ignites. This town is a hellhole.

No offense to you, your highness!"

She said with a followed bow which was done sarcastically. She felt like she is close enough to Michael to do a few harmless jokes.

"Oh I know how bad this place is. Without Gold Coins, we met an economical collapse.

Many people left to Pameres Kingdom for a better life. And I suppose they are very close to reaching it thanks to King Zar.

All that are left here are low lives and bandits."

"Look. I'm here for business but apart from that, this is just one job the King sent me too doo.

After that i'm free to come here and help you form your Kingdom to its former glory.

If not anything, i can bring professional bargaining skills to the table."

"That offer is most generous miss Alama. But i can not afford to pay you. The Kingdom has no financial income at all. Even the Guards are only paid with free fish."

"I do not need a payment Just give me a small empty room and free food, when I manage to help you gain income, we can talk about payment!"

Alama was willing to help, but her businesswomen instincts kick in as well.

She can help these people, plus herself. Not to mention, she tried to impress King Michael!

"I suppose I am desperate for opportunities. Now let's get to that business offer."

"Certainly. King Zar wants to sell his weaponry to another Continent. To the Zamerians more precisely.

Building a port so far from the Kingdom takes a lot of time, effort and gold. Not to mention dangerous, he likes to offer you a deal."

"And the deal is?"

Michael was losing his patience just a little bit because no matter what, his first question was still yet not answered.

"For every Weaponry sale Zar makes to the Zamerians, you get 10% out of it.

If he earns 300 Gold Coins, you get 30.

If he earns 3000 Gold Coins, you get 300.

It is not a huge profit, but Zar is constantly recruiting.

His profit will increase over time. If you strike a deal now, you will earn big in the future."