Mystic Overlord: Reading Gives Strength
Chapter 152 - 151 Work Content

Chapter 152: Chapter 151 Work Content

"An exhibition...?"

"I don’t think you’re referring to the one I saw in the newspaper, are you?"

Hearing Everton’s question, Ronald raised an eyebrow.

Conversing with him, the other party wouldn’t be asking some common sense questions; there must be more to it.

"Of course, it’s not the one in the newspaper!"

Sure enough, Everton immediately laughed and clapped his hands.

After that, he no longer continued questioning but went straight to the point, saying,

"Since it’s an invitation to a knowledgeable Caster like yourself to provide assistance, it’s naturally not an exhibition for the general public."

"In fact, as a member of the ’Gingko Leaf Business Alliance,’ my main purpose for coming to Blenheim City this time is to make some new friends here and open up new markets for the upcoming activities of the business alliance."

"And for this reason, I need to carry out corresponding activities in both the business world of Blenheim City and the mystical side. A private exhibition caters to the ordinary world, while the mystical side..."

At this point, Everton stopped speaking and gave Ronald an unfinished smile.

Ronald nodded slightly to show his understanding, then followed Everton’s words and replied,

"And for the mystical side, naturally, there are also exhibitions that suit this circle?"

"Exactly!"

While loudly praising Ronald, Everton continued to explain,

"But, Mr. Ronald, you must be aware."

"Some time ago, the city of Blenheim was suddenly disturbed by the affairs of occult Magicians, and as a result, not only was the exhibition for the general public postponed, but the events on the mystical side were also greatly affected."

"And now..."

"Sigh—"

Speaking of this, Everton couldn’t help but sigh, his eyes taking on a sharp hue.

"Now to restart these projects, the situation is quite different."

"My early advantage has been lost, and naturally, there are no shortage of people looking to cause trouble; the situation is quite bad."

"..."

Having introduced the situation, Everton stopped speaking and picked up his teacup.

While sipping tea to moisten his throat, he quietly watched Ronald.

With a single gesture, the businessman smoothly passed the conversational baton to Ronald.

Everton’s attitude was clear; he respected Ronald’s choices.

Knowing this, if Ronald desired to continue the conversation, then he would take the initiative to speak.

If he was unwilling, then the conversation would naturally come to an end.

Under the calm gaze of the businessman, Ronald pondered for only a few seconds before promptly making his decision.

With a smile for the other party, he immediately replied,

"Next, let us discuss the specifics of the work."

"Delighted!"

Hearing Ronald’s answer, Everton’s smile widened.

However, he didn’t rush to unfold the topic but first pulled several sheets of paper with writing on them from under the coffee table and placed them on the coffee table in front of Ronald, clearly well-prepared.

"Here, take a look at this first."

"..."

Picking up the pages from the coffee table, Ronald immediately began to review the contents.

But upon examining them,

he fell silent.

In front of Ronald, the contents were plainly spelled out in black and white on the sheets of paper.

Under the sacred legal protection enacted by Her Majesty Queen Dantrian, this agreement shall be inviolable and will provide legal protection for both the signing parties...

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In summary, this is a contract for commissioned work.

Although it’s not as comprehensive as the employment contracts Ronald had seen in the 21st century, this contract details the specific duties and corresponding rewards for both the employer and the employee.

Furthermore, given the nature of the mystical side work, the contract is particularly strict about confidentiality.

Frankly speaking, Ronald wasn’t annoyed by such matters.

But for someone from the mystical side to honestly sign a contract protected by national law...

It gives off a strong sense of incongruity, doesn’t it?

Based on his past work experience, Ronald naturally scrutinized the contract carefully from beginning to end.

With his level of knowledge, he couldn’t find any obvious traps in the contract.

For Everton to offer such a contract as a businessman in this time period...

Ronald really wasn’t sure how to assess it...

Meanwhile, as Ronald meticulously reviewed the contract page by page to the end,

A look of admiration appeared on Everton’s face.

"Mr. Ronald, it’s quite rare here in Blenheim City to see someone take a contract as seriously as you do."

"In this city, far from Springs, most people still rely on trust based on those so-called ’school guarantees,’ ’secret technique contracts,’ or ’guarantors,’ and don’t possess the due diligence for pure written contracts."

While Ronald looked over the final contents, he replied:

"Living in a mystical circle, it’s understandable to prefer these methods."

As he said, those who have long relied on mystical powers tend to underestimate such paper contracts, which is a normal psychological reaction.

With the end of his words, Ronald also finished reviewing the last of the text.

He neatly piled the contract pages on the coffee table and then refocused his gaze on the businessman opposite him.

"I’ve looked over this contract, and there’s no problem."

Immediately taking out a pen from his pocket, Everton grabbed the contract and quickly filled in his details.

Then, he pushed the contract and the pen towards Ronald.

"Please—"

Nodding, Ronald began to sign his name, not forgetting to ask the other party:

"Mr. Everton, can we discuss the details of the job now?"

"Of course, we can."

With a rather good mood in his tone, Everton spoke generously:

"At the manor I’ve rented in the suburbs, every weekend for two days is when we host the mystical side exhibition. I’m confident in securing its safety during the week, but not so much during the open days."

"Your job is to provide defensive assistance for me on the weekends."

"The Mystic Events Investigation Bureau of Blenheim City did dispatch some staff to provide protection, but your job actually..."

At this point, a bitter smile suddenly appeared on Everton’s face.

Shaking his head as if it was somewhat genuine, he spoke with at least a generous tone:

"Never mind, pretty words are of no use at this point."

"In short, my rivals will inevitably try to damage the exhibition through various means—attacking guests, stealing exhibits, or causing disturbances. Your job is to prevent these actions as much as possible, or handle them if they occur."

Ronald looked up sharply, fixing his eyes on Everton:

"By handling here, you mean just dealing with the incidents, right?"

Everton immediately returned a smile:

"Of course—"

"I am a law-abiding businessman."

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