Ocean Lords: Start Harvesting Double from Dice Rolls Chapter 696 - 344: Brutal Yuanqi, Contract Obstructed (Part 3)

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Previously on Ocean Lords: Start Harvesting Double from Dice Rolls...
Yuanqi, betrayed by his allies, decided to join forces with Zhang Yi to capture Fang Yu. He gave Zhang Yi a page of the Ocean Scripture, which could trap Fang Yu in the deep sea. Meanwhile, Fang Yu, now cautious after a previous attack, visited Essence Feast Company with military authorization. The security guards, recognizing the document's authenticity, granted him entry. Inside, Fang Yu noticed the lobby's layout was identical to a previous illusion, including a small stain, making him suspect the illusion creators had spent a prolonged time observing the location.

Accusations against a resource company are not to be made lightly, particularly when the military system of the Southern Island is still dependent on the resources from the Essence Feast for its war efforts. Every action must be taken with extreme caution.

"Mr. Fang Yu, this is the office of our Market Director, Chang Dong."

At this moment, two security guards ceased their movement, turned their heads, and spoke to Fang Yu with a smile.

"Chang Dong? Wasn't your Market Director named Li Min?"

"Li Min?"

The two guards exchanged puzzled glances before shaking their heads. "We've never heard of anyone named Li Min. Since we joined the company, Director Chang Dong has always been the Market Director."

Fang Yu observed their expressions, noting that their confusion did not appear to be feigned. He nodded slightly, choosing not to speak further.

The guards promptly knocked on the office door, announced their presence, and soon ushered Fang Yu inside.

Fang Yu stepped forward, maintaining his guarded stance. His eyes quickly settled on the man seated behind the desk—a figure who exuded sharpness and integrity, clad in a perfectly tailored suit that instantly conveyed an image of professionalism and competence.

This was a stark contrast to the cunning and ruthless "Director Li Min" Fang Yu had encountered previously.

Witnessing this discrepancy, Fang Yu began to harbor doubts.

Could it be that he had wrongly accused Essence Feast?

Might the twelve experts of the Phantom Realm have no connection to Essence Feast, perhaps merely lurking secretly within the hall, subtly projecting illusions?

"Colonel Fang Yu!"

Upon seeing Fang Yu enter, Chang Dong immediately rose from his seat, a friendly smile gracing his features. He walked towards Fang Yu, extending his hand.

"Hello, I am Chang Dong, the Market Director of Essence Feast. Here is my business card!"

As he spoke, Chang Dong clasped Fang Yu's hand in a handshake and deftly produced a business card, respectfully offering it with both hands.

Fang Yu nodded, casually pocketing the card, then shifted his gaze to the Chang Dong before him and stated directly:

"Director Chang, is your company owner available? I am here under orders from the military district to discuss the recent developments in the Lanyun Sea Country and to finalize a frontline resource procurement contract with your company."

Hearing Fang Yu's words, Chang Dong glanced at him, then suddenly displayed a look of concern.

"Oh dear, Colonel Fang Yu, you've truly arrived at an inopportune moment. Our boss is currently on a business trip overseas, exploring business opportunities in other sea countries, and is not within the company."

"Not in the company?" Fang Yu's brow furrowed as he looked at Chang Dong. "Even though your boss is abroad, he should have received intelligence regarding the recent events in Lanyun Sea Country, shouldn't he? He should have anticipated the military district's arrival to sign a contract and should have authorized other management personnel within your company to sign the frontline procurement contract, correct?"

Chang Dong’s expression shifted to one of troubled embarrassment. "Well... to be perfectly honest, Colonel Fang Yu, when our boss departed, there were no signs of impending war in Lanyun Sea Country, so he was unaware of the situation."

"Furthermore, the sea country our boss visited is situated quite far from Nanhui City, making it difficult for conventional communication methods to reach him. I have already dispatched someone to the area where our boss is located to inform him of this matter."

"However... the round trip will necessitate at least five days. Therefore, Colonel Fang Yu may need to wait for a few days..."

Chang Dong’s face conveyed a deep sense of apology. "The contract for frontline resource procurement is of too high a caliber. Even as the Market Director, I lack the authority to sign such a significant contract. My apologies!"