Everyone Is A Lord: My Talent Is A Little Too Strong Chapter 2600: 1432: The Administrators' Surprise and Delight (Part 2)

Consequently, establishing trade connections and generating revenue is of paramount importance for every individual market.

However, when one considers the immense generosity shown by Your Imperial Majesty of the Human Race, the petty squabbles over those minor connections seem entirely unnecessary. Dedicating their service solely to Your Imperial Majesty of the Human Race would be more than sufficient!

Both Administrator K and Administrator L felt their hearts swell with excitement at this realization; the opportunity to reverse their fortunes was the fulfillment of their greatest dreams. They saw His Majesty of the Humans as the pivotal figure who would make this transformation possible!

Administrator M was even more ecstatic, nearly dancing with joy. Having previously stood at a total dead end, he had not only crawled out of the abyss but was now soaring to heights he had never dared to imagine.

The initial contact, Administrator N, also radiated intense excitement. While he had expected some level of compensation, he never anticipated that Leo Ray would make such a magnificent gesture, placing the entire operation under his jurisdiction. This act firmly established his superior rank among the four administrators.

“Now then, can we proceed with the discussion regarding the senior market meeting?”

Leo Ray remained composed at the head of the conference table, a faint smile on his lips as he addressed them.

At his prompt, the four administrators took their places simultaneously, the movement creating a sharp clatter of heavy armor.

“Having these four as my personal guard would provide the ultimate level of security.”

Leo Ray observed them, nodding to himself in thought.

“Achieving that is clearly a challenge, though. The Shadow Market maintains a strictly neutral stance, and neither the administrators nor the market guards are permitted to venture beyond the market’s boundaries or step outside the gates.

“While this is a rigid decree of the Bazaar Brotherhood, the Shadow Market is fundamentally a Land of Divine Favor. According to what I have gathered, the power of God’s Attendants withers significantly once they depart from a Land of Divine Favor. It is likely that the same limitation applies to these administrators and their guards. This is a theory I have considered before.

“It seems quite possible that the figures hidden within this heavy armor are actually a group of former God’s Attendants. It is certainly a curious mystery.

“Nevertheless, exploring their true identities isn't the priority right now. I must resolve the immediate crisis, which means identifying who kidnapped Dana and Davis and securing their rescue.

“Even if a confrontation is inevitable, I need to pinpoint the actual adversary so I don't end up as a mere pawn in someone else's game.”

Leo Ray’s brow furrowed deeper as he weighed these thoughts.

Seeing Leo Ray’s grim expression, Administrator K was the first to pledge his loyalty, stating, “Rest assured, Your Majesty. Should the leadership of the Desert Alliance seek my counsel, I will strongly urge them to participate in Brother N’s senior market!”

“I concur as well, Your Majesty. If it pleases you, I am prepared to contact the leader of the Rainforest Fortress Alliance immediately to personally endorse Brother N’s senior market!”

Administrator L nodded fervently in agreement.

As for Administrator M, although he was desperate to gain favor with Leo Ray, he was already residing within Leo Ray’s territory and had alienated three of the four major powers, so he remained silent.

“There is no need for personal contact. Appearing too desperate is poor business practice.”

Leo Ray nodded slightly and replied, “Simply agree if they ask for your opinion. Furthermore, I require your help with a different matter.”

The moment Leo Ray finished speaking, Administrator L interjected, “Your Majesty, you have my full cooperation. I feel deep remorse regarding the tragedy at the Forest-side Fortress. However, I beg you to believe me—I truly do not know who orchestrated the attack.”

“I am also unable to provide a definitive answer, Your Majesty,” Administrator K added with a troubled tone. “While I have a close working relationship with the Desert Alliance, it is strictly professional. They would not share their clandestine plans with me.”

K continued, “To be perfectly honest, Your Majesty, it is difficult for me to picture the Desert Alliance as the mastermind.”

“Your Majesty, I feel the same regarding the Rainforest Fortress Alliance!”

L spoke up quickly, but then added a cautious disclaimer: “However, the hearts of men are unpredictable, and I cannot claim to know every thought of the Rainforest Fortress Alliance leaders. If they are indeed the culprits, I pray Your Majesty does not hold me responsible.”

“I understand completely and will not hold it against you. Besides, I am not asking you to identify the mastermind. I simply need you to provide every piece of information you have regarding these two alliances.”

Leo Ray offered a small smile. “That shouldn't be an issue, right?”

“You have our word, Your Majesty. We shall reveal everything we know!”

L and K responded in unison, nodding their heads.

“Excellent. We can now proceed to submit the proposal for the senior market to the Bazaar Brotherhood.”

Leo Ray nodded in satisfaction and turned his gaze toward our administrator.

“Great Human Majesty, what of my duties?”

M grabbed the chance to finally engage Leo Ray in conversation.

“I have no specific tasks for Your Excellency M at this moment.”

Leo Ray maintained his smile as he continued, “However, once this meeting ends, I would like Your Excellency M to keep a close watch on the movements at the border fortresses. This applies to Excellency L and Excellency K as well.”

With those instructions, Leo Ray steered the conversation back to the senior market, gathering specific details about the opposing side.

By sunset, Leo Ray had obtained a comprehensive profile of both alliances. After gifting fifty pieces of high-grade equipment to each of them, he saw off Administrators K, L, and M.

The administrators were delighted by the gifts and expressed their profound gratitude. Meanwhile, our administrator arrived with the news that the Bazaar Brotherhood had approved the request to convene a temporary senior market.

“Your Majesty, since the authorization was granted, I have dispatched the invitations for tonight’s session as you directed.”

Following these events, our administrator had effectively become Leo Ray’s trusted aide. He reported, “The notice was short, but temporary senior markets are often triggered by the sudden arrival of a major patron, so this won't be seen as unusual.”

“You have handled this with impressive speed and efficiency, Administrator.”

Leo Ray nodded his approval before asking, “Do you believe the other three administrators might leak our plans?”

“That is impossible, Your Majesty.”

The administrator’s voice was filled with absolute certainty. “They have worked too hard to build a bridge to Your Majesty to throw it away now. They won't breathe a word to the two alliances. The small favor Your Majesty granted them is enough to sustain their operations for centuries.”

“As for informing other administrators or the Brotherhood, that is even less likely. More participants mean fewer profits for them. They are far too cunning to sabotage their own wealth.”

Leo Ray raised an eyebrow, finding that the administrator’s logic mirrored his own perfectly.

Just as M had suggested earlier, the Shadow Market functioned as both Trade Guardians and profit-driven merchants. Provided the incentive was high enough, anything could be negotiated.

For a relatively small price, Leo Ray had secured the resources of four Lands of Divine Favor. Even if they couldn't fight, their value for scouting and rapid logistics made this a highly profitable arrangement.

“Now, it is time for me to face the leaders of those two alliances. The identity of the mastermind will soon be revealed.”

Leo Ray’s eyes sharpened as he narrowed his focus on the task ahead.