After leaving Natlan, Mu Yang originally planned to go back and see Jeht.
He would also personally hand over the accessories that belonged to Candace.
The matter of opening the Natlan trade route had already been mostly completed.
The remaining execution and details could be left for Candace to handle herself.
Mu Yang only needed to act as a hands-off boss and be the person collecting money from behind the scenes.
This was his original plan, so he still headed into the desert.
However, just as he was riding his surfboard in a carefree manner across the desert like a boat on sand,
he encountered Jeht on the [Divine Chessboard]. She had already fully recovered and joined Aaru Village, becoming Candace's deputy.
"Correction, I'm only repaying you for saving my life. I'm not anyone's deputy."
"Jeht, do you read light novels?"
"No."
"What you just said is a very classic tsundere line. It doesn't really fit your character."
Jeht was full of question marks. Could you say something a normal person could understand?
Compared to Jeht, Benben seemed to have better taste.
It kept circling around Mu Yang's surfboard.
"Is that also a product from Natlan?"
Mu Yang gave a simple explanation.
Then he took out several big and small packages from his inventory.
"Give these things to Candace. She will know what to do."
"Understood."
After finishing his instructions, Mu Yang immediately turned in one direction and sped toward the direction of Port Ormos.
The wind and sand stirred up by the shark surfboard quickly obscured Mu Yang's figure.
But Jeht's escort team still stood there dumbfounded.
They were just short of writing the words 'envy' and 'want' on their faces.
If they had this magical vehicle, their traveling speed in the desert would be unmatched.
At that time, who would still dare to target Aaru Village's merchant caravans?
"Boss Jeht, stop looking. He's gone far away."
"I heard from Candace that Mr. Mu Yang does things very thoroughly. The equipment upgrade is probably also within his considerations."
The speaker pointed at the several boxes Mu Yang had left behind.
"I really hope so. I want to try that speed so badly!"
"Then let's turn back and find Candace. After all, he instructed that only she can open them." Jeht gave the order, and everyone together with the merchant caravan turned back toward Aaru Village.
Mu Yang had indeed given Candace several samples.
But it had not yet reached the mass production stage, so of course not just anyone could use them.
He wanted Candace to come up with a way to make this Elemental Energy Surfboard become a trendsetter in the Sumeru Desert in a short time.
This was also part of the test for Candace.
"Boss Jeht, will the Great Guardian be okay? She hasn't said anything for most of the day."
"It seems the interests involved with this surfboard are huge."
"I knew things weren't that simple."
"Why think so much? I only listen to Candace's instructions. I'll do whatever she tells me to do."
Jeht, who had just come out of Candace's room, was blocked. She simply didn't know how to answer.
She couldn't possibly tell this group of elite subordinates that Candace hadn't considered any of those things at all.
Their Great Guardian had been staring at the earrings Mr. Mu Yang gave her in a daze for an entire afternoon.
How was she supposed to say that?
"Let's go drinking. My treat."
Jeht shook her head. She was new here and didn't know exactly what was going on between Mu Yang and Candace.
It was already quite good that she could rely on connections and strength to get a deputy position.
She didn't dare to speak recklessly about things that could offend people.
In fact, if she had joined Aaru Village a few days earlier, she wouldn't have misunderstood like this…
On Mu Yang's side, after crossing the sea of sand, he arrived at Port Ormos.
This sea-and-land universal surfboard was indeed flashy and cool enough to attract the attention of many tourists.
However, Mu Yang had no time to waste on these travelers right now.
Things are valuable when rare. The first batch of products should be sold to Fontaine's nobles.
Earning money from commoners wouldn't amount to much.
Whoever has money, earn from them — that's how you make money fast.
The day after returning to Fontaine, he went to find Navia.
Arriving at Poisson Town, Mu Yang's popularity was extremely high.
Although the sudden rush in construction schedule had dissatisfied a small group of people at the time,
Mu Yang had paid them high wages and helped them avoid the crisis of the Primordial Sea water eruption.
He was a great benefactor of Poisson Town.
Declining the enthusiastic invitations from various households, Mu Yang went straight to Navia's residence.
The one who opened the door and led the way was Melus.
The one serving tea, pouring water, and offering snacks was Silver.
"Mr. Mu, Miss, please take your time."
These two were also old butlers.
Thanks to Mu Yang's intervention, the two of them had not met with any misfortune.
The blade regarding Navia had also been repaired into her father's blade…
Navia was as enthusiastic as always.
"How was the scenery in Natlan? Is it really as suitable for tourism as they say?"
Mu Yang explained his experiences in Natlan to Navia while tasting the macarons she had made herself.
As the topic turned to the People of the Springs,
Mu Yang also brought up the matter of the Elemental Energy Surfboard.
The construction of Port Ormos had almost been completed. If they wanted further development, it was naturally time to return to the Court of Fontaine.
The Elemental Energy Surfboard in Mu Yang's hands was an opportunity.
In this nation of water, how could surfing and diving be missing?
Navia very much agreed with Mu Yang's idea.
However, this was Fontaine.
Actions were not as free as in the desert.
She called Melus and Silver over and had them draft several documents.
"Although the Spina di Rosula has people inside Palais Mermonia as well, judging by their work efficiency, it will probably have to wait until the Fontaine Film Festival ends."
Mu Yang had no expectations for these civil servants.
That was why he had never been to Palais Mermonia up to now.
Some matters could just be left to that work machine Neuvillette to handle.
But Mu Yang still reminded Navia not to underestimate the people from the Fontaine Research Institute.
Once the product was sold, it would definitely be taken for research.
Navia understood immediately. "I know what to do. Don't worry."
Mu Yang could learn to use the Arconic energy, but he did not do so.
This was a test for Navia as his partner.
After talking for an entire morning, they finally finished the official business.
Navia stretched. "Before the reply comes, do you have any plans? This time's Fontaine Film Festival is said to be on a very large scale and has invited people from many nations."
"Are you interested in participating?"
"Of course I'm interested."
"Right? Let's make a film together. How about The Furholm Case Files?"
Navia spoke while striking a detective pose.
"What do you think, peanut?"
This level of performance was effortless for Navia, who often played role-playing tabletop games.
Clorinde pushed the door open and entered.
"The adaptation rights for The Furholm Case Files have already been bought by a noble gentleman. He claims he will not easily start production before finding a suitable lead actor."
"He actually found the legendary Lin Yuan Xian Yu?!" Navia was shocked.
"Is that the surprising part?" Clorinde pulled out a chair and sat down.
"It's said that they conducted a bidding through letters. The highest bidder wins."
Navia pouted. "I thought someone had met the author in person."
Mu Yang rested his chin on both hands. "I actually have a story that's more suitable for the two of you here. Want to hear it?"