305: Chapter 305 Abstract Art Style

Next, Nie Ning went to check on Amelia.

Due to overloading her Transcendent treasure earlier, Amelia's body was overextended, leaving her in a weakened state.

After exchanging a few brief pleasantries, the people from the Yishi Mansion took Amelia away from the abandoned warehouse.

Watching the Transcendents still gathering demon remains, Nie Ning's eyes darted slightly, and a meaningful smile appeared at the corners of his mouth.

"Ahem, everyone, hold on for a moment."

Nie Ning shouted to the crowd of Transcendents.

The Transcendents present looked at Nie Ning in confusion, not understanding what he was trying to do.

"To celebrate thwarting the demons' conspiracy, starting today for one week, everything at the Heloise Clothing Store is 20% off!"

As Nie Ning finished speaking, all the Transcendents in the area were stunned.

Whispers broke out among the crowd; even those Transcendents who didn't know Heloise recalled the recently popular clothing store.

Once they realized what was happening, they understood this guy was actually running an advertisement!

So he's treating them all like suckers to be fleeced?!

However, most of the female Transcendents showed expressions of excitement.

After all, Nie Ning's clothes were truly expensive!

Transcendents of the Second-Order and above were fine; buying one or two pieces to wear wasn't a big deal.

But those below the Second-Order were a bit worse off, barely able to scrape together enough for a single item.

The most annoying part was that the same style of clothing worn by Amelia—the most expensive piece—already cost as much as 15 mid-grade magic crystals!

Someone couldn't help but roll their eyes and gave Nie Ning the universal friendly gesture.

Nie Ning smiled slightly at the sight.

"Did everyone see the outfit Miss Amelia was wearing just now? That is the new product the Heloise Clothing Store will launch tomorrow."

"Because the materials are difficult to collect, quantities are limited. First come, first served. Don't miss out!"

After Nie Ning finished, the crowd grew restless.

"Hubby, I want it."

"Dayi, don't you like me? I'm giving you a chance to show it."

"If you buy it for me, we'll do something exciting tonight."

"Actually, never mind. If it's too exciting, I won't be able to handle it."

"I like exciting things. Why not consider me instead?"

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"..."

"Asking timidly, can we all do it together?"

"Get lost, you creep. What kind of person are you? If you have the guts, don't leave later..."

"If I don't leave, will you support me?"

"Ahem, it's not impossible. Let's go sit over there in a bit. I brought a bottle of aged fine wine; we can chat while we drink."

"Stop it, I can't drink alcohol."

"I also brought some milk..."

"..."

Gradually, the vibe of the scene became increasingly skewed.

It wasn't until he saw two men leaving with their arms around each other's shoulders that Nie Ning involuntarily shivered twice and quickly left that place of trouble.

Before leaving, Nie Ning circled the area but couldn't find Truman, who had escaped at some unknown point.

...

The next day, early morning.

Saya arrived at Nie Ning's villa with an uneasy expression.

Thinking of what happened last night, Saya clenched her fists, then relaxed her hands as if she had lost all strength.

"Why are you so nervous?"

Nie Ning walked down the stairs.

"Boss, I..."

Seeing Nie Ning, Saya didn't know what to say for a moment.

She wanted to play the victim to gain Nie Ning's sympathy, but Nie Ning usually treated her very well and even paid her a high salary that she hadn't dared to dream of before.

This was also the reason for her great distress and low spirits.

She was afraid that Nie Ning would look down on her because of it; after all, her family background was rare among wizards of the same rank.

After learning about her situation, many people were even afraid to hire her for fear she would steal, and it was ultimately a friend who introduced her to her previous shop.

Seeing Saya's conflicted expression, Nie Ning waved his hand.

"There's nothing to explain. Everyone runs into difficulties. However, even between brothers, accounts should be clear; that money will have to be deducted from your salary."

At least based on Saya's usual conduct, he didn't think there was anything wrong with her.

Besides, he hired Saya to work; as long as she did a good job, there was no need to make a big deal out of everything.

Furthermore...

Saya's current value was not small.

Even if there really were an issue, he would handle it depending on the circumstances.

It had to be said that sometimes he actually hoped Saya was a bad person so he could dissect her with a clear conscience.

"Thank you, Boss."

Saya looked at Nie Ning with great gratitude and said.

"Tell me about that Ice Desolation Devouring Extreme Body of yours. I've never heard of such a constitution before."

Nie Ning sat on the sofa and gestured for Saya to sit down.

"Actually, I'm not very clear about it either. That's just what the debt collectors said. I've checked, and there's no special constitution at all."

Saya pinched the corner of her clothes and said with an embarrassed expression.

Back then, because she heard about some special constitution, she specifically went for an examination, but there were no abnormal signs at all; she was just an ordinary person.

Hearing this, Nie Ning looked puzzled. "Could it be that you and the debt collectors are relatives? Otherwise, why would they say that?"

After all, 12 high-grade magic crystals were no small sum.

Even though Saya could earn a few mid-grade magic crystals a month at the previous shop, that was by relying on her modeling skills.

For an ordinary First-rank Wizard, it was uncertain if they could ever possess that many magic crystals in their entire lifetime.

Moreover, in Nie Ning's view, given that Saya owed so much money and the other party could still be so calm, they were clearly certain that Saya possessed some kind of trait.

Of course, it definitely wasn't her aptitude or strength.

Twelve high-grade magic crystals were enough to hire a Tier 5 Transcendent to do odd jobs.

"No."

Saya shook her head, denying that notion.

Then Saya began to explain.

The twelve high-grade magic crystals were a debt left by her father.

It started because her father wanted to break through to become a Fourth-Order Wizard, but he failed many times, causing his debts to pile up.

During an adventure where he lost contact, her father never returned.

In such a situation, one didn't need to think twice to know what the outcome was.

"Hmm..."

After listening, Nie Ning fell into deep thought.

Could there be something wrong with the location where Saya's father went exploring?

Perhaps there was some treasure hidden there that the moneylenders wanted, which was why they acted this way?

"Boss, there's no treasure. My father just went to the Godal Forest to hunt exotic beasts."

As if seeing through Nie Ning's thoughts, Saya said quite helplessly.

Never mind Nie Ning; even she had thought the same thing.

But she had searched through everything in her house and found nothing related at all.

Furthermore, eight years had passed, and the moneylenders had never mentioned this matter. She didn't believe anyone could wait that long.

Nie Ning scratched his cheek somewhat awkwardly.

He really had read too many novels; how could he think of such a cliché plot?

But if it wasn't for that reason, why would the moneylenders grant such a long extension and claim that Saya had a special constitution?

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