The Villain’s Cheat Code: When a Gamer Becomes the Evil God’s Sidekick-Chapter 405: Your Child Has Grown So Big
Zora slowly raised her head, her gaze drifting between Lia's face and the handgun in her own palm.
The barrel appeared to be crafted from some special material, engraved with strange yet delicate red patterns that wound around it like blood vessels.
On the grip, the matte-textured handle was carved with a deep black rose, exuding an aura of mystery and nobility.
Her thoughts momentarily went blank, her eyes filled with utter disbelief.
What kind of small contraption was this? Was it some form of magic?
She hadn't even seen clearly just now, but in an instant, that wall had been blown apart by her shot.
Feeling the slight recoil still lingering in her arm, Zora felt as though she were in a dream.
Viktor's fiancée had just called this thing a "gun"?
She really couldn't fathom why this object would be called such a name.
Just then, Lia pointed at the small device in her hand and explained with a gentle smile.
"The item in your hand, by my understanding, should be called a magical engine-assembled propulsion launcher."
Simply put, the black projectiles are loaded into this launcher called a handgun.
Stored natural magic power serves as the kinetic energy to propel and fire them.
The resulting power is sufficient to demolish a wall.
"This is the first-generation product manufactured by our family."
This was developed after obtaining that firearm from the Reiser family. After a series of assembly modifications and improvements.
Eventually, it became the first-generation product of the Kravina family.
First generation?
Hearing Lia's words, Zora's body couldn't help but tremble.
She immediately grasped the value in this.
Because she noticed what Lia had said.
It wasn't some individual magical artifact or a weapon difficult to produce.
This was a "product."
As long as it's a product, then it potentially has mass production capabilities.
And this small weapon—its power was undeniable.
And it was perfectly suited for the trading association.
Setting other considerations aside, there are actually many important figures in the Casidra Trading Association who are ordinary people.
Perhaps because their innate talent for making money conflicted with any fighting talent they might have had.
Or perhaps it was the curse left by the gods when they departed.
In any case, many wealthy individuals in the Casidra Trading Association lack power themselves.
So these wealthy people need to spend more money to hire strong individuals as their guards to ensure their personal safety.
This is actually the original intention of the trading association.
Why invite Viktor to join the Casidra Trading Association?
Based on current evidence, the power Viktor has demonstrated is definitely that of a world-class mage.
If such a mage joins the Casidra Trading Association, even if only nominally, it would intimidate the enemies of the association.
Moreover, the Casidra Trading Association has never forgotten.
The threat from the gods years ago made everyone feel that this was not just a simple joke.
To oppose the gods, one must have power.
And at present, the person most likely able to oppose the gods—
They can only place their hope on Viktor.
At the same time, Zora came back to her senses.
As Lia said, trade is essentially mutual benefit between both parties.
To get Viktor, or even the entire Kravina family, to join the Casidra Trading Association, the association must also provide appropriate returns.
Similarly, what is the value of the Kravina family? What can they bring to the association?
Obviously, it's the weapon called a "handgun" in her hand.
A small defensive weapon.
It's simple to use, but its power is far from simple.
And in a moment of surprise, no one would be prepared to defend against this weapon.
Extremely useful.
This is the unique bargaining chip in the hands of the Kravina family.
However, after Lia revealed this chip, the association almost had no choice but to consider incorporating the Kravina family.
Therefore, what they need to pay is likely to be more than initially expected.
Zora slightly narrowed her eyes, curiously yet probingly asking:
"Miss Lia, can this weapon truly meet the standards for mass production?"
Lia smiled gently, crossed her legs, placed one hand lightly on her abdomen, and elegantly picked up her teacup with the other, taking a slow sip.
When Zora raised this question, it meant that her negotiation with the association was gradually moving in a favorable direction.
"Miss Zora, although we would like to tell you that this weapon can be mass-produced, but..."
She smiled as if helpless.
"Due to material constraints and engineering limitations, our production capacity is insufficient."
"Every day, we can only produce a few dozen at most."
A few dozen is already quite substantial.
But if this weapon were to be sold as a commodity...
Lia seemed to see through Zora's thoughts and said calmly:
"I'm sorry, Miss Zora. I understand your thinking."
"But even if we could produce in large quantities, we don't intend to sell it externally."
Zora was slightly taken aback. Before her brain could begin weighing the pros and cons, Lia continued:
"You should know that the man in our family is a member of the Mage Council."
The Mage Council has always been known for its high standards of justice and morality.
Don't forget, even the Goddess of Justice has manifested in the City of Mages.
Zora pondered for a moment, somewhat understanding, but not fully comprehending Lia's meaning.
So, Lia provided her with a simple explanation:
"Once this weapon is publicly sold, everyone can obtain it, regardless of social class or intent."
"Lords who possess such weapons will have more stable rule, but that rule would be built on violence."
Indeed, whoever doesn't obey gets shot.
Bullets are much cheaper than hiring guards.
"And enemies who have weapons will only think about which adversary to target the next day."
For civilians without power, this weapon is extremely deadly.
Weapons have no eyes, especially this kind of gun that only requires pulling the trigger. It can kill a person from a considerable distance.
"If everyone has a gun, the outcome will only be more chaotic."
Everyone having a weapon doesn't mean everyone is equally armed.
Ordinary people without supernatural powers obtaining weapons that could potentially kill supernatural beings.
What would they do?
Human nature is unpredictable, just like a dog without a leash.
You say it won't bite, but will it really not bite?
So often, only a dog with a leash and a muzzle is truly safe.
Similarly, this kind of weapon absolutely cannot appear in the hands of civilians and lords.
Simply put, it cannot be publicly sold.
"We don't want our weapons to cause a village or city to fall into chaos."
"There are many greedy people in the world, but we won't do such things for money."
After saying this, Lia gently placed the teacup on the redwood tea table.
Seeing Zora with a blank mind, unable to utter a word, she smiled slightly.
"I hope you understand, but if we really join the association, these weapons might appear among the high-level members of the association."
"As a small gift for self-protection, I think this is most suitable."
Zora came back to her senses and finally understood Lia's meaning.
They won't sell this kind of weapon, but are willing to give it free of charge to those important figures who need self-protection.
But, will this weapon really be free?
Don't forget, this weapon is exclusively possessed by the Kravina family.
And Lia just said, this is only the first-generation product.
Later, there will be second and third generations.
Those important figures, even if they don't need Viktor's protection—
After experiencing the sense of security brought by this weapon, they will inevitably gravitate toward the Kravina family and develop friendly relations.
As long as no one else can develop this kind of weapon.
The Kravina family has achieved a monopoly.
And perhaps they have already developed the second and third generations.
What is currently seen is only what Lia wants her to see.
At this point, whether the Kravina family can join the association is no longer up to Zora.
She lowered her head, looking at the delicate yet powerful handgun in her hand.
As long as this small handgun appears in the homes of those important figures that evening.
Early the next morning, they would all be begging the Kravina family to join the Casidra Trading Association.
Zora was completely outmaneuvered.
She couldn't imagine that the woman before her, who looked almost the same age as herself, had crushed her in just a few words.
She even made Zora's heart race with excitement.
Zora suppressed her inner feelings, her hand trembling.
As if afraid the gun might accidentally discharge, she placed it on the table.
Then she raised her head and solemnly said to Lia:
"Miss Lia, I need to consult my father, Chairman Nandena, about this matter."
"I think I need to stay in the empire for a few days, and we should discuss the details later."
Having said this, she intended to leave.
Because the level of negotiation was too high, she had been led by the nose by Lia all along.
She could no longer control the situation by herself.
If she continued talking like this, she feared she would end up giving the entire association to the Kravina family.
But Lia didn't want to let her leave. Covering her mouth with a light laugh, her eyes still filled with amusement, she said:
"In that case, why not stay in Bryston for a few days?"
"You know, that's our Kravina territory, and also the only allowed territory under a different surname in the entire empire."
"My original intention was to have a detailed discussion with you in Bryston, but I didn't expect you to come so quickly. Coincidentally, we also need to return to Bryston, so we can go together."
Zora thought, since Bryston is so far from the capital, she was about to say there's no need, and that she would visit in a few days.
But then Lia suddenly called upstairs.
"Viktor!"
Zora's heart trembled violently.
This unceremonious tone was just like when her mother would command her mountain-like authoritative father when she was at home!
This is definitely a tone that can only exist between intimate partners.
No wonder, after all, Viktor is even willing to let the woman before her manage everything in the house—they must be deeply in love!
Thinking of this, her gaze expectantly looked at the stairs above.
Until the moment that familiar black coat appeared, Zora suddenly froze.
That cold-faced man was holding a sleeping girl.
The girl looked young, small in stature, with her head resting on Viktor's shoulder, her face not visible.
Only her ears seemed pointed and long, but otherwise she looked no different from humans.
But in that moment, perhaps due to the extreme pressure of being led by the nose by Lia—
Her brain completely shut down, and without thinking, she blurted out:
"Your family's child, has she grown so big already!?"
Lia: "?"
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Chapter 405: Your Child Has Grown So Big
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