The Wizard's Secret Journey

Chapter 175 The Broker
Lynn was taken aback by the short broker's words.

The cave black market... is it the Silver Ring Academy's black market?
After thinking carefully for a moment, Lynn realized what was going on.

'No wonder this is the largest and longest-standing black market in the entire Silver Ring City… If it has the backing of Silver Ring Academy, then everything makes sense.'

No official agency can tolerate the existence of an unregulated black market.

However, from an objective point of view, the black market is an inevitable product of the wizarding world, where there are too many illicit trading needs.

The administrators of Silver Ring Academy clearly understood this, so instead of endlessly cracking down on the black market, they chose a more intelligent approach—

They proactively established a black market and secretly brought it under their control.

The broker, unaware that Lynn had already figured out the key to the matter, continued skillfully:
"You need not be surprised or worried. The cave black market is still a black market. As long as you do not infringe on the interests of those big shots, no one will bother you."

“Of course, as I said, this isn’t the right place for you to buy the Blessing of the World.” The broker gave a smug smile and looked at Lynn. “However, I happen to know some information on how to obtain the Blessing of the World.”

Behind the cave black market is Silver Ring Academy... This is a common icebreaker tactic used by brokers, although he doesn't know if it's true or not.

However, this information has already helped him make many successful deals, and this time will likely be no exception.

Lynn squinted at the broker, pondered for a moment, and then asked, "How many magic stones?"

He desperately needs the world's blessings, but he has no way to obtain them. So if the broker's price is reasonable and the information is reliable, he wouldn't mind doing business with him once.

The broker smiled and held up one finger: "One hundred basic magic stones."

This price is nothing to Lynn now, and he decisively took out a high-grade magic stone: "If I find out that your information is false..."

The broker paused, then quickly said earnestly, "You are welcome to inquire freely. I, Greytooth, have been doing business here for over ten years, and integrity is my top priority."

This statement is half true and half false. What Greytooth values ​​most is not integrity, but rather the absence of greed.

For example, with this information, Greytooth could have offered a higher price, because he could tell that the wizard in front of him really needed this information.

But Gray Tooth didn't do that; instead, he just set a price that was normally on the higher side.

'After all, excluding communication time, this information has absolutely no cost; selling it any amount is profitable. Enough is enough; being greedy will only put you in danger.'

Lynn neither agreed nor disagreed, and handed over the magic stone.

Greytooth took the magic stone, casually cast an isolation spell, and then began to communicate with Lynn via telepathy.

"The World's Blessing is produced in another world, so the place where it can be bought most often must be the free market outside the World Conquest Association."

"As for the World Conquest Association... you may not know, but it is one of the most important high-level institutions controlled by Silver Ring Academy. It is only open to second-tier and above wizards who have passed the review or to a small number of first-tier wizards within Silver Ring Academy."

"The good news is that there are no eligibility restrictions for entering the free market outside, but the bad news is that the World Conquest Association is located in Upper Silver Ring City."

At this point, Greytooth began to make excuses, since Silver Ring Upper City was a place that was difficult for most ordinary wizards to enter.

"Don't think my information is useless. You can definitely buy a place blessed by the world within the entire Silver Ring Academy's sphere of influence. Only the free market outside the World Conquest Association is available. Other places are just a matter of luck."

"If you need it, I do have some purchasing agents in Silver Ring Upper City. However, I can't guarantee I can buy it for you; it depends on whether the agent is available, and you should be prepared for the price to at least double."

"No need," Lynn shook her head.

'The free market outside the World Conquest Association... I've never heard of this association before. It seems it really is an association only for high-level wizards.'

Ultimately, Lynn was just a wizard from a remote primary school. Although he had lived at Silver Ring Academy for a while, his narrow social circle limited his knowledge of these higher-level information.

Now that he knows the specific details, Lynn can head straight to the World Conquest Association tomorrow... The hundred magic stones are barely worth it, as they save him some time.

Grayfang was taken aback by Lynn's refusal: "Does Your Excellency have some concerns? A contract can be signed during the purchasing process..."

"No need." Lynn smiled, not intending to explain anything, and turned to leave.

His behavior only made Greytooth even more confused.

'If there weren't some concerns... could it be that this wizard could travel to Upper Silver Ring on his own?!'

Graytooth almost instinctively chased after him, saying, "Wait, sir."

He used the isolation spell again, and cautiously asked, "Does Your Excellency possess the qualifications to travel to Upper Silver Ring City?"

Lynn did not answer, and a displeased expression appeared on her face.

"Excuse me, sir." Grayfang realized his mistake, quickly dispelling the impolite isolation spell, gave an awkward smile, and handed over the magic stone he hadn't even warmed yet.

"It was indeed presumptuous of me to stop you, and I will accept this magic stone as an apology. However, I stopped you because I have a highly profitable business opportunity to introduce to you."

Lynn hesitated for a moment, then accepted the magic stone and gestured for Graytooth to continue.

"This is not the place to chat. Please follow me."

Greyfang turned around and led Lynn away from the cave market, arriving at a shop called Greyfang Grocery Store on the outside commercial street.

The shop wasn't large, and it was filled with a variety of items: crystals, witchcraft tools, potions... A young female apprentice with chestnut hair and blue eyes stood in front of the counter. When she saw Graytooth come in, she asked in surprise, "Why are you back so early, Father?"

Graytooth waved his hand: "Didn't you see my distinguished guest behind me, Xena? Hurry up and get my Clear Spring Tea! Remember, the best one."

"Oh, okay," Xina nodded quickly and stood up to get the tea.

Upon arriving at the reception room behind the shop, Greytooth, knowing Lynn was likely already impatient, didn't keep them in suspense any longer. He skillfully activated the restrictive magic array and went straight to the point:

"The business I'd like to discuss with you is purchasing goods on behalf of others, specifically goods from Silver Ring Upper City."

Lynn raised an eyebrow, intrigued, and asked, "Don't you already have a purchasing agent?"

Graytooth coughed dryly and stammered, "That gentleman is usually very busy..."

Lynn immediately understood and laughed:
"I understand. Let's talk about this business in detail."

(End of this chapter)