From Terra to Terra, the Star Emperor's Holiday

Si Ye naturally had no complaints about the free official publicity from the Casimir Supervisory Council. He even arranged for many infected workers to participate in the promotion. For a time, the popularity of Rhode Island Pharmaceuticals in Casimir was second only to the Knights Championship.

"I understand that opening a factory is to attract the infected and the lower-class civilians, but why do you have so many shops? They can't provide many jobs."

Nian and Si Ye were strolling around the city. With the main tournament about to begin, the whole of Casimir had become even more lively. There were even activities like parades and floats, which were worth seeing.

However, before they had walked a few streets, Nian went to get some drinks when she discovered several shops with the Rhode Island Pharmaceuticals sign, which made her curious.

"Ah, that was prepared for the second phase of the plan, but the Commerce Federation and the Supervisory Committee got into a fight, which left me hanging, so it hasn't been used yet."

"There's still a second phase? The factories of those companies in Casimir are on strike every day because of your salary demands. You still have a second phase?"

I feel a little sorry for companies and factories like Casimir. Si Ye has an empire spanning the starry sea behind him. Any output leakage on a planet can bury Terra. Rather than spending money and materials, Si Ye can smash them to death.

It turned out that this was not enough. Si Ye actually had other plans, and it sounded like there was more than one.

"The Supervisory Committee is using Rhode Island Pharmaceuticals as an example to seduce the Business Federation. However, my presence has made the issue of improving worker wages a bottomless pit. Whether it's out of a balance of power or revenge, they're cutting up those factories, which have become unstable assets, and throwing them into my hands through some means, hoping to make me suffer the consequences."

Si Ye shook the drink in his hand and said slowly

"In their eyes, I'm increasing worker wages in this way to rapidly expand Rhode Island Pharmaceuticals' production capacity in Casimir, so that we can have sufficient strength to integrate into the local market."

"So, whether my cash flow is cut off and I leave Casimir in disgrace because I can't fulfill my promises to the workers, and the workers' treatment in Casimir returns to its original state; even if I have the ability to take over all the factories, because the raw materials and sales channels are still in their hands, those factories will still be part of their system."

It seemed that the drink in his hand was not to his liking, and Nian put it on the trash can with some disgust: "But your plan doesn't really care about these things."

"Yes, whether it's a factory or a shop, they're just tools I use to win people over. My goal has always been only one: to force them into a corner so they can only choose to attack me."

"That's too bad, too bad. You forced the other party into a corner and had no choice but to take action, and then you claimed it was self-defense and let those businessmen bear all the responsibility. Tsk tsk."

"Who told these people to be so cautious? I thought these merchants would yell and ask the No-Horn Alliance to come and take action when they saw Margaret coming back, but it turns out they're all more cowardly than the other. I haven't even seen the No-Horn Alliance monitoring the synths these past two days."

Si Ye spread his hands. The Chamber of Commerce was too cautious and had been secretly observing and trying to find out Si Ye's background.

However, due to the misleading information from Si Ye's simulated dragon tail and dragon horns, they really went to Yan Country to look for information. But there was no hope of finding anything. After all, no one could imagine that a powerful company with two registered land ships came from a place like Kazdel.

"And the factory has another purpose. When everything is over and I declare my occupation and rule of Casimir, these infected people and lower-class civilians who have experienced the rewards of their efforts will become my most loyal supporters. They will help me soften and disintegrate the last remaining resistance within Casimir. It's a win-win situation."

"Win-win, you win twice, right?"

He placed his hand on his forehead and observed half a second of silence for a business association he had never met.

"After all, Casimir is the hometown of Margaret and Maria. Don't go too far."

"A society where effort is rewarded. Aside from those useless nobles who inherited their ancestors' glory and just want to eat and wait for death, I can't imagine anyone being dissatisfied with such a system."

Si Ye took a sip of his drink, his expression immediately becoming very subtle, and he picked up the cup in his hand to take a look.

"What is this... glutinous fragrance... lemon tea... where did you get this..."

"The roadside shop over there, I also felt the taste was a bit subtle, so I've thrown it away."

Nian pointed to the other end of the street, as if he suddenly remembered something, and suddenly moved closer to Si Ye.

"Speaking of which, I've been feeling like someone's been nagging me these past couple of days, with a lot of resentment. Could it be that your psychic seal is failing, and the Year Beast is nagging me?"

"There's also this matter, Kang Kang."

Si Ye stretched out his hand and touched Nian's forehead with a finger. The psychic barrier was still faithfully doing its job, pressing Nian's soul into her body, preventing the Sui Beast's ability to recall Sui Pian from taking effect.

"The psychic barrier is fine. You've been within my radiation range the entire time, and the barrier hasn't even been damaged. Perhaps it's an illusion because you're not used to losing the connection with your original Year Beast."

"Maybe? Something feels off."

Nian gathered the messy hair around her ears. Although Si Ye said it was okay, she still felt uneasy, as if she had overlooked something.

"I have cultivated myself for 400 years and can control all kinds of illusions. I am willing to use all my strength to dispel the illusions for you, my lady donor."

Si Ye made a weird hand gesture and pointed at the love hotel in the distance with a sly smile.

"What kind of demon are you? Go away, I know you have bad intentions."

Nian swung his tail and gently whipped Si Ye's arm.

"My body is 1400 degrees Celsius, melting gold and forging iron. Can you handle it?"

"Hey, Nian, you're really provoking me. Come on, let's heat the cricket to 1400 degrees Celsius and see if I can do it."

Si Ye grabbed Nian's arm as if to let her see if he could do it, but Nian just stood there, looking around in fear.

"Hey, hey, I was wrong, I was wrong. Look, the parade float is coming out over there."

The two of them laughed and played, completely forgetting what people were saying.

……

Above the wilderness, an indigo dragon shadow landed on the ground. Ling, looking exhausted, leaned the sword at his waist on the ground, his lavender eyes fixed on the front.

Ling couldn't understand why Nian, who was riding on a landship, could fly to Casimir as if he had teleported, and she could only chase after him in a desperate manner, but she couldn't catch up. Fortunately, she was about to leave Leithania, and Casimir was already very close.

"You won't respond to my induction! You won't even accept my power in my dreams! Damn sister, when I find you, I'll definitely beat your ass to pieces."

Ling said this viciously, confirmed the direction again, then turned into a dragon shadow again and continued on his way.

Chapter 49 Threat

Golden Feather Avenue, Knight Arena Bar "Horror Martin"

This is a little-known bar. Compared to the knight bars that can be seen everywhere in Casimir, this bar has a feature, that is, the customers here are mostly retired knights.

And among these retired knights, many have old ties with the Linguang family, so this has become a place that Zofia often visits.

At this time, in the terrifying Martin Tavern, the owner Martin was sitting around the counter with the regular customer Old Fu and the craftsman Koval. The whip-blade knight sword that Nian had personally forged for Zofia was placed there, being watched by everyone.

"I've never seen this kind of casting technique before. It's really eye-opening."

Koval is an old craftsman. Zofia's previous equipment and Margaret's previous equipment were all his work. But even so, Koval was amazed at the exquisiteness and power of the Whip Blade Knight Sword in front of him.

"How did you get to know this casting master, Zofia? Could you introduce him to me?"

Kaval rubbed his hands a little embarrassedly because of his pursuit of casting skills, and looked at Zofia who was leaning on the counter.

"Have you heard of Rhode Island Pharmaceuticals?"

Martin and the others nodded repeatedly. Rhode Island Pharmaceuticals has become well-known in the Great Knight Territory these days. The mineral disease drugs they sell are highly sought after by the infected people because of their significant effects, long-lasting efficacy and low prices.

"This sword was made by someone from their company, and it comes with a set of armor. I plan to use it in the Knights' Tournament."

"Company, Zofia, have you accepted the sponsorship?"

Martin paused in wiping the cup and nodded.

"That's good. The people in the Commercial Federation won't allow an independent knight to go too far. If you accept the company's sponsorship, at least you will be safer in the competition."

This is the general trend of Casimir. Capital has transformed knight competition into a ridiculous drama. It is basically impossible to fight against the trend of the times with the insignificant power of an individual, so Old F and Koval do not have any excessive emotions about this.

"Not really. According to them, this is payment for staying at my house. Anyway, for various reasons, I couldn't refuse."

Zofia pointed at the wine glass with her finger and looked as if she was thinking.

Old Fro asked, "Stay at your house? So, are the executives from Rhode Island Pharmaceuticals friends of yours, Zofia?"

Martin on the side looked at Zofia, seeming to be hesitant to speak.

Noticing Martin's gaze, Zofia raised her eyebrows. "It seems Martin has more information channels. What about you, Koval?"

"Hmm? What are you two hiding from me?"

Old Fu stretched out his sturdy body, and put his powerful arms directly around the necks of Martin and Koval. The sound he made seemed to be able to directly shatter the tavern.

"Keep your voice down. I just heard some gossip from the workers and I'm still hesitating whether to confirm it with Zofia."

Martin broke free from Old Fu's arms, looked around, and lowered his voice.

"I heard that there are Rhode Island Pharmaceutical employees providing free medical treatment in the marginal area. Among them is a blond Pegasus who looks a lot like..."

"Blond Pegasus? Casimir has quite a few blond Pegasus. Let me check with Zofia..."

Old Fu suddenly widened his eyes.

"Majia...hiss..."

"Keep your voice down."

Koval slapped Old Fu hard, stopping him from shouting out Margaret's name, and instead cast an inquiring look at Zofia.

"Margaret has indeed returned to Casimir and has long since entered the Great Knight Territory."

Martin and others are trustworthy and reliable friends, and Zofia has nothing to hide.

"She joined Rhode Island Pharmaceuticals and has been busy helping infected people in marginal areas lately."

"It's really Margaret. I thought it was just those workers who were drunk and talking nonsense."

After getting the answer, Martin nodded, and then suddenly frowned, not knowing what he thought of.

"That's not right, Zofia. Is Margaret okay like this? She played a big role in getting the Chamber of Commerce expelled. Now she's operating openly in the city. Won't the National Council come knocking on her door?"

"Rhode Island Pharmaceuticals is a powerful company, and the Chamber of Commerce doesn't want to directly clash with them. As an employee of Rhode Island Pharmaceuticals, Margaret will naturally have no problem with them."

Sofia has witnessed the wealth of Rhode Island Pharmaceuticals these days. She thought she had some savings, but the money Si Ye spent every day to acquire factories or shops was several times her savings, which made her doubt her life for a while.

"I always feel that I wouldn't be able to afford this weapon even if I sold my house, so I guess it's all thanks to Margaret."

Martin and others looked at each other in bewilderment. The fact that the Chamber of Commerce did not want to directly conflict with such an enterprise was indeed beyond their imagination, but they were relieved that Margaret had such a backer.

"So Margaret's return this time just happened to be a job for a company that's going to do business in Casimir? And she's going to leave after that?"

Old Fu scratched his head, his tone a little regretful.

"But this is also true. Otherwise, with the attitudes of the current Chamber of Commerce and those nobles, Margaret will sooner or later go down the same path as before."

Naturally, no one wanted Margaret to take the risk of trying to resist the trend of the times with her own strength. However, Sophia's expression on the side was a little unnatural.

Because Si Ye was staying at her house, and they were together day and night, Si Ye and his Rhodes Island Pharmaceuticals' various plans in Casimir did not escape Zofia.

So Sofia knew that Margaret might not have the ability to carry out her own will, but Si Ye, who brought her back, had the means to stir up a storm in Casimir.

However, as a Yan nationality, Si Ye seemed to care more about legitimacy, which led to the current situation where the great knight was about to lead a storm.

Martin and the others were still discussing Margaret's return in a low voice when the wooden door of the tavern creaked open. Into this somewhat narrow and cramped tavern walked a Kuranta man dressed in an expensive suit who looked out of place in the surroundings.

Martin and the others immediately stopped communicating, and everyone's attention was focused on the man who suddenly walked in.

"Excuse me, Miss Whip Knight Zofia, but on behalf of Allen Select Technology, I'd like to discuss some matters concerning tomorrow's tournament."