And so, after the arrangements were settled, Jona Velli gave her orders... Scene transition.
Looking up at the blazing sun in the sky, Jona Velli suddenly slapped her forehead as something occurred to her.
It was about the alcohol in White Crystal City.
The alcohol had been stockpiled for decades, filling the wine cellars specially excavated beneath White Crystal City.
Since the alcohol in White Crystal City was almost entirely produced without being exported, it had accumulated to a terrifying amount.
Jona Velli lay in the shade of a tree, watching her Dependents building the palace in the distance, and contentedly took a bite of the dried apple Liya held to her mouth.
"Medusa, tell me about the development of alcohol in White Crystal City."
Medusa, who was waiting quietly by her side, gave a respectful bow upon hearing this.
"Yes, Great Master. Which aspect would you like to know about?"
Jona Velli thought for a moment and then said,
"Everything, from brewing to storage."
"I understand. I will start with the brewing process.
Regarding brewing, the Snakemen and Demi-humans are generally responsible for the production, though other monsters also take on odd jobs.
As for storage... blah blah blah."
Medusa spoke for a long time. Jona Velli's brow would furrow and then relax, until finally, she was just left with a silly grin.
Medusa noticed the gleeful Jona Velli and realized that, looking like that, she definitely hadn't heard a word she said.
So, she tried to remind her.
"Ahem, Master? You..."
Jona Velli hurriedly composed herself and gave a light cough.
"Ahem, I'm here, I'm here. Emmm, continue."
"Yes, Great Master."
And so, Medusa continued her explanation, but Jona Velli's mind was no longer on it because she had discovered a business opportunity.
'Judging by the quality of alcohol in this world, a barrel of top-tier brew sells for 240 copper coins. My purified alcohol will definitely be of higher quality; I can sell it for 500 copper coins a jar.
But commoners definitely won't be able to afford it. I'll just dilute it with a bit of water then, hehehe~
As for the same type of alcohol, the price can vary depending on which monster stepped on it. For example, ordinary Minotaurs sell for 500 copper coins, beautiful Demi-humans and Snakemen sell for 700, and Dragon-vein Demi-humans and Snakemen sell for 1,000 copper coins a jar.
OK, it's settled then.
As for where to sell the alcohol? Humans are out of the question; they're too greedy. Selling to them would only invite trouble.
The most suitable customers are naturally the alcohol-loving Dwarves.'
At the thought of countless little cuties flowing into her embrace, Jona Velli couldn't help but giggle foolishly.
Seeing her master show that expression again, Medusa felt somewhat helpless.
Her master was great in every way—powerful and charismatic—but she was just a bit too "wise." The only things that made her better than an ordinary White Dragon were probably her ability to speak and her greater strength.
"Ahem, Master, Master? Are you alright?"
Medusa's call brought Jona Velli back to her senses.
"Alright, no need to say more. I understand everything now."
"Medusa, get ready. I'm going to the Yiqia Continent."
"What?!"
Medusa was stunned, not understanding why her master suddenly wanted to cross continents on a whim.
Jona Velli glanced at her sideways.
"It seems you haven't fully become a true maid yet. A true maid doesn't ask questions; they just get things done."
Realizing her presumption, Medusa quickly prostrated herself on the ground, begging for Jona Velli's forgiveness.
"Medusa knows her mistake. I beg for Master's punishment."
"I don't want to see this happen again. Go."
"Master is right to lecture me. I will go prepare at once."
Just as Medusa was about to turn and leave, Jona Velli spoke again.
"Bring more monsters with great strength, like Minotaurs."
"I understand, Master."
After finishing this, Jona Velli looked at the two Fox-eared Girls who had already stood up and curled her lips slightly.
"Liya, Gelina, do you want to go out for a stroll?"
The two cute Fox-eared Girls looked at each other and said in unison,
"We will follow Master's wishes."
"Good. Then go prepare what you need to bring. We're going on a long trip this time."
"Yes, Great Master."
After saying this, dragon wings grew from Jona Velli's back, and she soared into the air.
She was going to ask those other two fellows; after all, how could she go out to play without bringing them along?
Fortunately, the two dragons didn't have much of an objection to going out for a stroll.
Once it was confirmed that the two dragons would accompany her to the Yiqia Continent, Jona Velli ordered Ershunzi and Xiaolengzi to build a large sailing ship.
Since they didn't need to build defensive structures, what should have taken several months was compressed into just over two months.
Naturally, they couldn't build it in White Crystal City; after all, the Sam River couldn't accommodate the draft of such a sailing ship.
Even if it were built, sailing from the Sam River to the sea would require passing through the Barossal Swamp and the Renault Forest.
Besides, Jona Velli only had a mid-tier Spatial Ring at most, which couldn't possibly hold such a large object.
Therefore, the construction site for the sailing ship was naturally on the coast of the Slumbering Forest.
To build this ship, a road was specifically cleared, and a place that could barely be called a port was established.
With everything ready, the day of departure soon arrived... Jona Velli sat on the newly built ship's railing, swinging her fair legs, while Liya and Gelina stood quietly behind her.
Quite a few White Crystal Knights and Minotaurs stood guard around them.
Just then, a shadow swept past, and Jona Velli's lips curled slightly.
"Are they here?"
As soon as she spoke, a red-haired young woman stood behind Jona Velli, her gaze fixed intently on the two Fox-eared Girls.
Liya and the other felt their scalps tingle under the gaze, but they still bowed respectfully.
"Greetings, Lady Friel."
Jona Velli also turned her head at this time and looked at Friel with a beaming smile.
"You seem to have arrived a bit late."
Friel said coldly,
"What are you bringing these two vases for?"
"I brought them because I wanted to. Why, do you have an objection?"
Friel clenched her fist, then released it.
"Hmph! Suit yourself."
With that, she stepped toward the cabin.
The two Fox-eared Girls breathed a small sigh of relief, while also feeling a little touched.
Just as Friel was leaving, Gris also boarded the sailing ship with some Dependents.
"Older Sister, I'm here."
Seeing that the last guest had arrived, Jona Velli stood up.
"Since everyone is here..."
"Set sail!!"
The huge white sails rose quickly. As a sea breeze blew, Jona Velli and the others embarked on their voyage to the Yiqia Continent.
However, unexpectedly, Gris got seasick, and it was a very severe case.
Furthermore, Friel didn't like the salty, fishy smell of the sea.
So, during the month-long journey across the Black Reef Sea, Gris spent most of his time flying in the sky, while Friel rested inside the cabin.
Overall, it was rather dull.
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