After dining with Count Theodore, Yan Xing returned to his embassy.

The weapons supplied by the Eternal Domain had just arrived.

The use of muskets, cannons, and rocket launchers was key to Yan Xing's victory in the two battles during the day. Employing such weapons resulted in the consumption of vast amounts of ammunition.

The newly established armory of the Eternal Domain was now operating at full capacity, preparing for the next phase of the battle. With the support, the artillery was replenished.

Yan Xing increased the number of cannons at the square's artillery position to fifty. This location could provide fire support for both the Lord's Mansion and the embassy simultaneously, making it a very important strategic point.

Eddie, responsible for guarding the square, took advantage of the night to send people to demolish houses around the square, preventing the rebels from approaching and launching a surprise attack under cover of darkness. The Eternal Domain's assets within Nuta City were also reinforced.

A large number of drones patrolled the city's skies for reconnaissance.

While Yan Xing was inspecting the defense system, Chui Chui reported, "Grey Mouse has left a message at the Intelligence Exchange. Xue Jun wishes to see you, Master."

Xue Jun was none other than Li Jiya.

Hadn't he provided her with an army to lead on a rescue mission to the Rose Court? What was she doing looking for Terence in the middle of the night?

After ensuring there were no oversights in his own defenses, Yan Xing decided to meet with Li Jiya as Terence to figure out what the Rose Court was up to.

Yan Xing changed into a set of clothes. It was an attire he designed exclusively for thieves, inspired by many fantasy games. It managed to maintain a thief's mystique and practicality while fully exploring aesthetic appeal.

Additionally, Yan Xing designed a backpack and pouch for thieves to carry small tools, which could be tightly strapped onto the shoulder and waist belts without hindering movement. The design replaced vision-impeding hoods with head coverings that only revealed their eyes.

Anyway, all these items could simply be claimed to have been stolen from the embassy. Yan Xing had already thought it through. The Eternal Domain must lead the fashion trends of the era and stand at the forefront of style. It needed to control the secrets of influence and make a fortune from the riches of the wealthy. The first initiative would be the promotion of professional attire for various occupations, and the legendary thief Terence would personally endorse the professional attire for thieves.

So when the greatly altered Yan Xing stood before Li Jiya and Grey Mouse, they both took a good long look to recognize him.

"Lord Terence..." Grey Mouse circled Yan Xing in amazement. "Where did you get this outfit?"

"I stole it from the embassy in Thunderous Swamp. It feels better than the old clothes. Everything is placed close to the body and doesn't swing around like before. Short weapons can be sheathed on the outside of the thigh, making them more accessible without affecting movement. Wearing a mask is also more convenient than a hood."

Yan Xing eagerly pitched the idea to Grey Mouse.

At this moment, Li Jiya said, "Grey Mouse, you can go back now. I have a personal task I wish to entrust to Lord Terence."

After speaking, Li Jiya tossed a Gold Coin to Grey Mouse.

"Thank you, Miss Xue Jun... Goodbye, Lord Terence!" Grey Mouse, having received his payment, bowed to Yan Xing and then turned to leave.

In a shadowy corner between buildings, only Yan Xing and Li Jiya remained.

"What do you need me for? You know the situation in Nuta City. If you want to hire me for something, you'll have to pay more!"

Li Jiya asked with a smile, "You, who robbed the Orc Treasury, are still short of money?"

Yan Xing laughed heartily. "Money is something I'm always short of. Get to the point. What is it that your Assassin's Guild can't handle within Nuta City, that makes you need me?"

Li Jiya, knowing time was of the essence, didn't waste words and went straight to the point. "I want you to help our Assassin's Guild rescue someone and escort him out of Nuta City."

"Who?"

"I can't tell you his identity yet, and I hope you won't pry. All I can say is... he's an Elf."

"An Elf?"

Yan Xing and Count Theodore had long guessed that the Silvermane Principality was secretly contacting the Snow Elves. However, it was uncertain whether any Elves were inside Nuta City. Now, from what Li Jiya was implying, not only was an Elf Envoy trapped inside the city, but he was also facing dangers the Assassin's Guild couldn't resolve.

Li Jiya knew the relationship between humans and Elves wasn't good, so she explained, "This Elf is a friend of our Assassin's Guild. He has provided us with a group of very skilled Elf assassins. It's just that he has some grudges with the Farsight Mercenary Corps and is currently being hunted by Leader Donald and his men. Although we're trying our best to protect this Elf friend, our Assassin's Guild isn't strong enough to confront the Farsight Mercenary Corps. Therefore, we want to ask for your help. The Assassin's Guild is willing to pay you fifty thousand Gold Coins as a commission for this mission. Furthermore, we will not charge any additional fees or deposits."

"If you hadn't mentioned the deposit, I would have almost forgotten. The Assassin's Guild still owes me the thirty thousand Gold Coins deposit you haven't returned. And for such a dangerous mission... just fifty thousand Gold Coins? Do you think I'm short of fifty thousand Gold Coins?"

Li Jiya also felt her offer was unlikely to sway Terence, who had just acquired the Orc Treasury. She asked, "You name the price."

"Two hundred thousand Gold Coins!" Yan Xing made an exorbitant demand, treating the Assassin's Guild like a fat sheep ready for slaughter.

Two hundred thousand Gold Coins! Li Jiya felt a jolt. She hadn't revealed Prince Elrado's identity, so she thought offering fifty thousand Gold Coins to rescue an Elf was already quite high. To her surprise, the thief Terence had quadrupled it as soon as he opened his mouth. Had he noticed something?

"Two hundred thousand Gold Coins is too much... This Elf is just a friend of ours."

Yan Xing said, "I don't care who you want me to rescue. The offer of fifty thousand Gold Coins simply insults me. I'm now considered a famous thief. To hire me, the appearance fee alone should be at least one hundred and fifty thousand Gold Coins. Plus your offer of fifty thousand Gold Coins, that makes two hundred thousand Gold Coins. This is considering your standing; otherwise... given that our opponent is the Farsight Mercenary Corps, I'd have to add another hundred thousand Gold Coins."

By now, Yan Xing was sure he had Li Jiya where he wanted her. The Farsight Mercenary Corps was backed by the Temple and could deploy Donald to personally capture the Elf. He was absolutely worth two hundred thousand Gold Coins. If the Assassin's Guild—no, if Rose Court—wasn't willing to spend that money, they could let the Elf die at the hands of the Farsight Mercenary Corps. After all, Count Theodore would definitely wish for these Elves to die too.

"Alright... come with me. We're going to find the Elf," Li Jiya said, agreeing to his terms. She was afraid the thief Terence would raise the price to three hundred thousand Gold Coins if she hesitated.

Rescuing the Elf Envoy was worth any price for the Silvermane Principality.

Yan Xing followed Li Jiya as they leaped onto the rooftops, running toward a certain district of the city. Above their heads, several drones with activated infrared sensors were tracking their position and providing early warnings for Yan Xing.

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