Mystery: Mr. Witch and Ms. Hunter

Chapter 184 New Year
"Then, on behalf of my fleet, I thank you for your generosity."

In the captain's room of the "Little War Horse", Captain Basque took off his captain's hat and bowed deeply to Adele, with a relieved expression on his face, and handed a document to Adele.

Adele gave it a quick inspection and then handed it to Vinata for detailed confirmation.

"You seem to have prepared the relevant documents long ago."

Adele asked curiously, "Have you had similar intentions before?"

"After drifting on the sea for too long, I always yearn for a stable life." Captain Basque smiled, "Maybe I used to yearn to become a knight, but now, I just want to buy a manor in the mainland and live an ordinary pastoral life. This sailor rebellion has also strengthened my determination to do so."

"In that case, I wish you all the best - but I don't think it will be too difficult."

Adele gently pushed the brim of her lady's soft hat. "Even if this fleet doesn't belong entirely to you, you can still get about 8000 to 10000 pounds from this transaction, which is enough for you to buy two or three similar manors."

The details of the deal between Adele and Captain Basque were as follows: Adele first used 6,000 pounds to purchase the original whaling fleet. Only by spending this money could Adele purchase six new ships to restore the size of the fleet to its original level. If Adele did not purchase this license, she would only be able to keep the "Little War Horse" and the defenders of Constance could directly sink the new ships in the fleet.

Secondly, Adele spent another 12,000 pounds to fill the gap and buy new finished ships at the shipyard. The structure of these ships was relatively simple, four passenger ships and two cargo ships.

In addition, there is an agreement signed with Captain Basque to transfer the right to use the "Little Warhorse" and the jurisdiction of the sailors. The Little Warhorse does not belong entirely to an individual. Captain Basque only has the right to operate and 40% of the ownership. During the war, Rune has the right to take back the ship and make corresponding modifications, and decide whether to return it after the war based on the degree of damage. However, this 40% ownership alone is equivalent to the cost of building four ordinary ships.

Of the remaining four thousand pounds, half was used to build a mining site on the island, and the other half was used as employee wages and working capital. Managing such a large amount of assets was not an easy task, even for Vinata, but fortunately Audrey said that she would send a professional team to help them run the business after she had finished her work.

The negotiation with Captain Basque didn't take too long. More than 20 minutes later, when Adele came out of the room, she was wearing Captain Basque's hat.

"How does it feel?" Vinata asked jokingly beside her.

"It feels a bit heavy." Adele shook her neck, "But it's quite warm."

"Come to think of it, today is actually the last day of December. If I hadn't just signed the agreement, I wouldn't have noticed."

Vinata said with some emotion.

"Yeah... I was clearly preparing for the New Year a week ago, but I didn't expect to be out at sea a week later. I was so busy with the acquisition of the fleet that I even forgot the date."

Adele sighed, bringing out white mist on the cold deck. Vinata carefully held the railing with her thickly gloved hands and spoke incoherently.

"Honestly, at this time a year ago, even if you could kill me, I probably wouldn't have thought that I wouldn't die of illness in the gutter of Backlund, nor would I eat hot chowder by the warm stove, but that I would be blowing the cold wind on the ice cap of the Interstellar Sea with the woman my fiancé had turned into, while my adopted daughter was sleeping quietly in the cabin."

Vinata sighed.

"I didn't realize you were so sentimental before."

Adele curled her lips, but soon her eyes became blurred.

"But speaking of the unexpected, I think my experience is more tortuous. After all, it wasn't long since I drank the assassin's potion. Who could have thought that it would turn out like this... Alas."

Adele hesitated and sighed heavily.

"You're still talking about me..." Venata laughed, her voice was a little unclear wrapped in the thick leather coat. "Would you like to warm yourself by the fire? Although it's definitely not as warm as a fireplace, it's better than nothing."

"Will the crew see us?"

Adele looked behind her worriedly. Audrey had previously erased the crew members' memories of "the two ladies possessing powerful extraordinary abilities". If they saw her again, although Adele could use the "Heart Stealer's Lip Gloss" to erase the relevant memories, after all, it would be difficult for magical items to disguise the memories perfectly, which would bring unnecessary risks.

"It's ok."

Vinata took out a small glass jar with a blackened interior from her pocket with some pride, and then snapped her fingers, causing a flame to quietly ignite inside the jar. The flame floated in the air and did not actually touch the jar, which made the temperature of the glass jar not so high that it could be held in the hand.

"It will be fine if it is placed in this jar. Besides, the sun hasn't completely set yet, so it won't be very noticeable on the deck."

She held the outer wall of the jar as if to invite credit, and handed the small glass jar to Adele. Adele hesitated for a moment but still took it, feeling the warmth in her hand, and stretched with satisfaction.

At the end of the horizon, the sun is slowly falling into the sea.

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At the same time, Backlund, Earl Hall's Mansion.

Audrey Hall wore a black dress today, which was unusual for her. She walked among the guests and chatted softly with all kinds of guests, which caused some subtle changes in the wishes of the nobles.

There are many new faces among the servants... So many people died in the events of the past few days...

While Miss Hall was socializing with the nobles, she focused on the letter that suddenly appeared on the table. It was Audrey's usual way of communication, and it was a letter that only the audience could see.

The letter asked her to tell everyone at today's party that she would devote herself to the recently proposed economic recovery plan for the Jianhai region, but she didn't need to be too high-profile. Just tell a few guests that she would be there as a consultant and be a good vase. After all, the purpose of the personality of "Miss Hall" was to keep Earl Hall's family away from disputes as much as possible.

Miss Hall suddenly chuckled, and then walked briskly to the center of the banquet hall. At this time, the dance music played by the band just ended, and everyone looked at this noble lady who suddenly seemed to have a bit more majesty with astonished eyes.

"Everyone, I want to announce something." Miss Hall said in a confident voice, "Some time ago, my father, dear Earl Hall, proposed a plan to revitalize the economy of the Inter-Sea region. The specific person in charge has been selected. Gentlemen who are interested in participating, I, Audrey Hall, daughter of the Earl of Eastchester, will be honored to work with you."

The light left a triangular silhouette behind her, like a knight's cloak.

(End of this chapter)