So the question arises. <br><br>What kind of formula is required to equate Gold Fortune's eighteen years and six months of life with the value of a factory? <br><br>You Ye had mentioned that the decision was entirely in his hands. In other words, it wouldn't matter if Xavi rejected the deal. <br><br>It wasn't because he thought this deal was absurd that he hesitated. In fact, he completely believed in it. It was precisely because he believed too much in the mysterious capabilities of Buyers Club 66 that he couldn't agree to it so easily. <br><br>For twenty years, Xavi had lived his life as a straight-laced and upright man. Though his father, who had been a steadfast policeman his whole life, had passed away, the principles his father taught him as a child still lingered firmly in his mind. <br><br>As a child, he might have thought those lectures were annoying, his father too nagging and old-fashioned. Yet, after his father's death, those memories began to resurface. Though Xavi always considered himself someone who preferred solitude, he never felt that he was different from others. <br><br>There were times he felt lost, moments he was in pain, and nights he missed his father so much that he cried alone under the covers. <br><br>Why hadn't he listened to his father more back then? <br><br>Why, when his father's number was saved the very moment he got his first phone, were their call logs so sparse? And why was it mostly his father reaching out to him, not the other way around? <br><br>Goodwill and Honesty. <br><br>Reflecting on his father's teachings, Xavi increasingly felt how absurd Gold Fortune's deal was. He wasn't someone who harbored resentment against society or held grudges against anyone. Twenty years of upbringing hadn't instilled in him a sense of entitlement, even after obtaining such extraordinary abilities. Instead, it taught him to exercise caution. <br><br>“You only have thirty days left, Master,” You Ye's voice pulled Xavi out of his thoughts abruptly, like a bucket of cold water dumped on him. Startled, he instinctively asked, “Has the club frequently conducted transactions using lifespan as Bargain Payment before?” <br><br>You Ye replied calmly, “Humans are creatures with pressing desires but often lack the means to fulfill those desires. At such moments, all they can offer is themselves. Body parts, cherished possessions, intelligence, emotions, memories...even their souls. In fact, due to self-preservation, people care more about tangible losses than intangible ones. Hence, they are more willing to use the unseen ends of their lifespans as Bargain Payment rather than part with something directly taken from their person.” <br><br>Calming himself, Xavi asked suddenly, “Trafford, Devil... it actually means demon, doesn’t it?” <br><br>You Ye smiled faintly. “Have you made your decision, Master?” <br><br>Xavi shook his head, muttering to himself, “If I only have thirty days to live, I certainly won’t let myself die so easily. I’d find a way to survive, no matter who I have to deal with. To survive, I should abandon Goodwill.” <br><br>He glanced at the items displayed in a nearby cabinet. “I can’t escape The Club’s Enchantment. Even if I reject Gold Fortune's deal this time, there’ll be similar situations in the future. Avoiding it once won’t mean avoiding it forever. So, I should abandon Goodwill.” <br><br>He suddenly looked at You Ye and said, “But Honesty—I refuse to discard it so easily. I’ll agree to this deal, but only if you teach me how to evaluate whether it’s fair.” <br><br>Since offering his lifespan as Bargain Payment was Gold Fortune’s choice, Xavi believed the best he could do was ensure the man received a fair trade. <br><br>He didn’t like overthinking things. Instead, he preferred taking practical action. Goodwill and Honesty… As his father often said, some things are better understood through action than thought. <br><br>“Then, Master, let’s appraise the value of Gold Fortune’s factory. Please wait a moment; I’ll change clothes before we leave.” You Ye smiled. <br><br>The maid automaton ascended the stairs. <br><br>Moments later, she returned, now dressed in something different. <br><br>The black-and-white theme remained, but her new outfit consisted of a chiffon tank dress. The neckline extended to her chest and shoulders, designed predominantly in white. Below the chest, the dress transitioned into a sleek, form-fitting black skirt that reached mid-thigh, revealing a swath of pale skin. <br><br>She finished the look with simple, silver-grey flats. <br><br>The transformation was striking. Given her Westernized features, she now resembled a model more than ever. <br><br>Standing before Xavi, You Ye clasped her hands gently near her lower abdomen and said softly, “Master, I’m ready. We may leave now.” <br><br>“Leave?” Xavi was taken aback. “Are we really going to Gold Fortune’s factory?” <br><br>You Ye nodded. “Yes. Additionally, we need to assess the factory’s operations, employee count, and so on. Only by restoring its original value can we provide you with accurate references for your judgment.” <br><br>“...But we don’t even know where Gold Fortune’s factory is, do we?” <br><br>Still graceful, You Ye replied, “You need not worry, Master. As long as you wish to go, you’ll arrive there. In fact, it shouldn’t be far, and with your current abilities, it won’t be an issue.” <br><br>With that, You Ye stepped closer to Xavi. She reached out and gently adjusted the bangs on his forehead. Her fingers glided down to his cheek before retreating. Smiling softly, she took his hand and whispered, “Close your eyes and imagine. Picture in your mind the place you want to go—Gold Fortune’s factory. The club will respond to your wish...” <br><br>Close your eyes. <br><br>Imagine. <br><br>The feeling that followed was peculiar. Xavi’s body seemed to become weightless, and soon, it felt as if gravity no longer existed. <br><br>A fleeting daze overcame him. <br><br>When he snapped out of it, the familiar pull of gravity returned. Opening his eyes, he found himself surrounded by rows of factories, their machinery humming loudly. <br><br>“This... is my ability?” Xavi looked around in astonishment, pulling out his phone to check his location on the map. <br><br>The outskirts... <br><br>“Yes.” <br><br>With reverence, You Ye replied, “This is one of the Skills of Managing a Club. You’ve only just taken over, so your abilities are still in their infancy. As more transactions are completed, your powers will gradually grow stronger... Eventually, Master, you won’t even need to come here in person. A single thought would grant you all the information you need about this factory.” <br><br>Regardless, all Xavi could think in that moment was two words: Impressive as Hell..."<br>)
