Of course, producing these diamonds is not without cost; only when those stone beings consume coal and drink magma do they have a chance to produce them... although the probability is not low.

As for the color of the diamonds, they have slight differences due to the trace elements and varying sulfur content in the coal. However, natural diamonds themselves come with flaws, so it's not a big deal.

"...I believe that with Mr. Andes' insight, you will surely understand the intricacies within. If Mr. Andes is interested, we can run this company together. As for how to calculate the profits, we can discuss it in detail at tomorrow's banquet."

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Luo Yan believes that if Andes is interested, he will definitely seek him out and present a proposal that would delight both parties.

Pausing for a moment to ponder, Luo Yan confirmed that nothing was left out, then turned to look at Punk, who was carefully memorizing every word.

"Just reply to him like that."

Punk nodded quickly and said respectfully.

"As you command, my lord."

...

On a winter night, Thunder City lay clad in silver under the bright moonlight, like a baby asleep in its cradle.

However, different from that calm and peace, at this moment, in the center of the wealthy district, a vast mansion was brightly lit, shining like a dazzling pearl in the night.

Since evening, carriages had been coming and going on the road in front of the mansion, with guests continuously streaming through the grand marble gate.

On tables covered with white linen, exquisite dishes were laid out, from seared foie gras, creamy lobster to venison roasted to crispy perfection on the outside while tender inside, each dish meticulously crafted by top chefs, and the desserts, made from fresh fruits and chocolate, were artfully arranged in gold-rimmed porcelain.

To the accompaniment of elegant symphonic music, waiters in tailcoats moved lightly, filling glasses with mellow champagne and red wine for the guests, or serving warming tea and sweet wine.

The guests here were either wealthy or noble, including businessmen engaged in ocean trade, industrialists managing thousands of workers, the manager and true master of the Harbor District Bank, and various nobles from Thunder County as well as neighboring Baron Territories or Earl Domains, or their honored guests.

Even a magnate like the former owner of the Embrace of Dawn, Andor, would vie desperately for an invitation.

Compared to Mr. Colin's hotel, this was the true arena of fame and fortune in Campbell Duchy, with the only drawback being that it was not always open to the public.

A long red carpet stretched from the mansion's main entrance to the exquisitely decorated marble gate, seemingly connecting two entirely different worlds—

On one side, snow fell heavily, making people shrink their necks, while on the other, the roaring fire made foreheads sweat involuntarily.

In that magnificent hall, gentlemen were dressed in perfectly tailored suits, with family crests adorning their collars or shoulders. The ladies wore silk evening gowns, their necks sparkling with dazzling jewels, and during conversations, they occasionally let out soft laughter.

The last time it was this lively here was when Prince Edward had just visited Thunder City.

As for now, the esteemed Prince Edward had become the new Duke, and Thunder City welcomed a new prominent figure.

The moment Luo Yan stepped into the hall, he naturally garnered the attention of all the guests present.

His deep purple hair was like a night sky illuminated by the silver moon, with slightly curly tips falling naturally, swaying gently above his high nose as he walked.

His well-defined features seemed blessed by Saint Sis, especially his deep and bright eyes, possessing an effortless composure as if they could see through everything. The unintended air of arrogance and unrestrained demeanor only made numerous noble ladies present blush involuntarily, restraining their breath's rhythm.

The genes of the Colin family were indeed strong, and Luo Yan thought perhaps part of the reason he couldn't dislike his father was due to this.

On this equally looks-conscious planet, the greatest "injustice" he suffered during his student days was probably Miss Mia's harmless mischief.

However, those "small actions that wished to attract attention, yet feared going too far and being disliked" were things his magnanimity would not take to heart.

"Respected Mr. Colin, I've long admired your reputation!"

A flamboyant and obsequious voice, accompanied by hurried footsteps, greeted him from the direction of the hall's main entrance.

Luo Yan looked at the three people approaching, only remembering that one of them seemed to be the manager of Harbor District Bank, William Crichton, as for the other two, he didn't recognize them.

Seeing perhaps the indifference in his eyes, the manager immediately plastered a fawning smile on his face and introduced.

"This is Mil Lucius, the mayor of Thunder City! This is Lennon Banbridge, the chairman of the Thunder City adventurer guild!"

"Honored Mr. Colin, it's a pleasure to meet you at such a grand event!" said the mayor, Lucius, his face rosy with enthusiasm.

"Pleasure to meet you, gentlemen." Luo Yan shook hands lightly with the two, his face bearing a gentle yet aloof composure.

In a city like Thunder City, the mayor usually lacked real power, with the true authority primarily held by the governor sent from above.

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