CHAPTER 98: CHAPTER 98: RISING PRICES

The sea voyage was full of surprises for Fang Yu and the others...

Returning to the public port of Qiyun Port, the sea ship unexpectedly...

Had to queue?

Everyone was dumbfounded as they gazed at the long line in front of them.

"Forget it, let’s go to the Ji Clan Trading Association’s port."

Fang Yu waved his hand, too lazy to stop at the public port, and directly steered the ship to dock at the Ji Clan Trading Association’s port.

"This is terrifying..."

"The level of competition has risen several levels..."

"Who would have thought you have to queue even to dock a boat back at the port..."

They all felt like they were back on Blue Star, haunted by the fear of lining up at ’internet-famous stores’.

Luckily, with the influential level of the Ji Clan Trading Association, they could use some of their resources. Otherwise, lining up would be a waste of time.

"Mr. Lin, take care, let’s get together when we have time!"

Fang Yu said, smiling, watching Lin Kemian in front of him, ensuring Lin Kemian was safely sent into Qiyun Port.

"We can definitely gather, I’ve sold off my previous businesses and am in a semi-retired state now. I have a lot of time, once I settle down, I’ll invite Mr. Fang for a drink!"

Lin Kemian replied with a laugh.

"Absolutely, absolutely."

Semi-retired state?

Fang Yu didn’t believe it.

Reaching the level of sponsoring the Ocean Court, how could Lin Kemian’s enterprises be confined to just the West Qinghai Sea Region?

This guy is a real big shot, probably even bigger than the Ji Clan Trading Association’s enterprise, Fang Yu planned to cling to this big leg.

After sending off Lin Kemian with a smile, one second Fang Yu was as steady as an old dog, the next he jumped up and dashed toward the market like a madman.

Leaving the sailors bewildered, looking at each other, "What’s up with the captain? What’s the rush?"

"No idea..."

They were baffled, but still stayed on the sea ship, tidied it up, and then headed to the market of Qiyun Port one after another.

...

Why is Fang Yu in a rush?

Of course, it’s about money.

On the way back, Fang Yu had already seen on the forum that with a bunch of veteran captains flooding into Qiyun Port, the prices in Qiyun Port...

Had risen!

Moreover, this rise was continual, if he fancied something today and didn’t buy it, he might not afford it the next day.

Now that Fang Yu was back from the sea, the first thing he had to do wasn’t to settle tasks.

But... to quickly refurbish the sea ship before prices soared completely!

He moved through the streets and indeed saw that many Blue Star Navigators had flooded the streets, even blonde-haired and blue-eyed people from Europe and America were there, making the area packed, which was previously filled with new captains.

Sigh...

Fang Yu shook his head.

The West Qinghai Sea Region, whether in commerce or extraordinary level, was several tiers above the Southern Island Sea Region.

Now with all the veteran captains returning, there’s a sense of rich people from high-consumption areas descending to low-consumption areas.

The merchants in Qiyun Port didn’t get it at first, but they figured it out in no time:

Damn, these guys are fat sheep.

Raise the prices! Let’s earn!

Prices skyrocketed, averaging an almost 1.3-fold increase, which could make it even harder for new captains.

Fang Yu kept moving forward and soon reached the previously visited—Alchemist Branch.

He didn’t hesitate, walking straight to the office of the senior alchemist he had collaborated with before.

Refurbish!

This time when Fang Yu ventured out to sea, he encountered many things, making him suddenly realize that he might face warfare-level dangers in the future.

And in such a level of danger, the individual’s strength, unless it can achieve absolute crushing power, is actually very limited in what it can do in such a battle.

War is still the domain of battleships and artillery.

Moreover, even without the threat of war, when facing extraordinary creatures in the water, the ability of sea ships is needed.

Sea ships are the most crucial factor for navigators to survive in this world.

He previously cared too much about enhancing his individual strength, now that he had money, it’s time to properly fix up his sea ship.

Opening the door, Fang Yu was somewhat surprised to see... in front of the alchemist he was looking for, sat a Blue Star Captain.

At this moment, the two seemed to be negotiating some business.

Seeing Fang Yu enter, the senior alchemist nodded slightly at Fang Yu, signaling him to wait.

"Mr. Li, as for the two-level deactivation cannon you mentioned, it’s currently out of stock. Please understand that it’s perfectly normal for there to be a shortage of such powerful captains in Qiyun Port."

"The guild has taken notice of the situation in Qiyun Port and is currently gathering captains in large numbers to transport scrolls from headquarters. You can come back in three days, and I will specifically reserve a deactivation cannon scroll for you."

"Alright, notify me as soon as it’s available. Don’t worry, I have the resources to cover these costs."

The man nodded slightly, then stood up and left.

As he passed by Fang Yu, Captain Li paused slightly, then nodded at Fang Yu.

...

Is this... a veteran captain from the West Qinghai Sea Region?

Fang Yu glanced at the departing man, sensing a strong energy level from him, causing his heart to jump.

The level of this person... is probably not low.

"Captain Fang!" At this time, the voice of the senior alchemist reached Fang Yu’s ears from the side, then he with a smile pointed at the chair in front of him: "Please sit down, are you here to purchase some new enchantment projects this time?"

Fang Yu glanced at the departing captain, then sat down, curious: "Mr. Wang, have many powerful captains come to buy high-level scrolls recently?"

This senior alchemist had previously given Fang Yu his business card, so Fang Yu knew his name was Wang Yuanwei.

But hearing Fang Yu casually calling him Mr. Wang, he was still slightly taken aback.

Wang Yuanwei coughed lightly, then nodded, smiling wryly: "Recently, a large number of powerful captains have flooded into Qiyun Port, wanting to buy high-level modification scrolls, causing the branch here a lot of trouble. Everyone is expecting the modification scrolls to arrive quickly."

After hearing Wang Yuanwei’s words, Fang Yu’s eyes lit up, and he couldn’t help but say: "Do you need sea ships to help you with transportation? Perfect, my sea ship is empty, why don’t I help you transport the scrolls?"

Wang Yuanwei glanced up and down at Fang Yu, coughed lightly, then said: "Captain Fang, although we are short on hands to transport scrolls, the sea ship tasked for transport has requirements. The captain must be employed within the Alchemist Association and be at least level B. Besides..."

Wang Yuanwei glanced at Fang Yu again, speaking softly: "The scrolls... are just too valuable. If you were to transport them, you might not survive a few nautical miles..."

"Not survive a few nautical miles?" Fang Yu was taken aback; isn’t this a contradiction?

But soon, he understood, feeling embarrassed and angry.

Good on you, Wang Yuanwei, who are you looking down on?!

Fang Yu snorted coldly, giving Wang Yuanwei a harsh look, how dare he speak to a customer like that?

"Alright then, if not, then not. How about this, forget the cargo order, give me a discount instead this time, how about that?"

Fang Yu waved his hand, being reasonable.

Wang Yuanwei: ???

What... Bro?

Are those two things even related?