Remora City was not under the control of any ordinary noble. It is a central city directly governed by the Royal Family.
This is known as the strongest city in Northern Wasteland, as the Royal Family has invested a lot in here for the last 120 years. All the nobles and pioneer knights in this wasteland come here to buy supplies and learn about different information.
As Luis and his group neared the city gate, the sight of their large army caused a stir. Many people who were lining up gave their way as they saw such a huge army approaching. This must be noble that they dare not offend.
"Stop, show your identity." A guard stepped forward and shouted, blocking their path.
Arthur calmly stepped forward and presented the identity symbol of the Hartmann family.
The guard's eyes widened with respect when he saw it. In this chaotic battlefield where war occurs every moment, strength is very respected. The Black Cavalry of the Hartmann Family is the most fierce and famous cavalry. On the battlefield, wherever they rode, the ground was soon littered with the bodies of orcs.
"Welcome to the Remora City! Please Come in" The guard didn't make things difficult for them. Without further delay, the guard signaled them to pass. More than 400 knights entered the city in a mighty manner.
They headed towards the Hartmann Family station in this city to rest and store their horses.
"Biggs, take the knights and buy all the necessary supplies for the Hartmann Chamber of Commerce," Luis instructed as they gathered.
Biggs face was full of hesitation as he heard. After thinking for a while, he spoke.
"Young Master," he said cautiously, "I've been thinking... this plan might bring suspicion and trouble to the Hartmann Family."
Luis frowned. "Why?"
"If we buy such normal day items in this city. Interested forces will try to find where these things go." Biggs Continued
Luis was shocked and realized the issue. It was really a foolish decision.
"You're right, Biggs. That would be a mistake. We should've just bought the supplies back in Hartmann Barony."
"Do you have any plans then? It would be bad if the Chamber of Commerce is closed."
Once inside, Xiao Wei wasted no time. He began to roam around the major stores and began to buy all the things on the list.
As Xiao Wei bought a lot of things, he got a lot of discounts. He almost spent 7,000 gold coins buying all kinds of things. The items were perfume, soap, mirrors and glassware, jewelry and accessories, wine, coffee, tea, candles and lanterns, furniture, leather goods, foods, spices, Western-style clothes, and many more.
As he roamed the markets, Xiao Wei marveled at the city. The clothes worn by people in this city are really unique. As he bought things, he also got to know everything about this place. He befriended a lot of shop managers, securing discounts for future purchases.
'This is totally different from those guys. Here, the kingdom is supreme rather than sects dominating. Xiao Wei's mind was full of thoughts as he made his way outside the city.
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Meanwhile, in a dimly lit room elsewhere in the city, several men gathered.
"Something's off with that Sirius Merchant Group."
"Yes, why would they buy such things in this Western Wasteland? It is very expensive here. They could buy it in the peaceful province inside the kingdom."
"I don't care what they're doing. Let's gather our knights and rob them. I saw their wagons earlier—they don't have many people."
"Yes, I agree."
One by one, they all nodded.
"I will send 1 official knight and 10 apprentice knights."
"20 apprentice knights, 40 reserve knights."
"2 official knights, 20 apprentice knights."
"...."
They quickly made a deal and gathered around 10 official knights, 80 apprentice knights, and 200 reserve knights. This was already very strong to deal with Sirius Merchant Group, as there were only 40 people in the Sirius Merchant gang.
The plan was to ambush them far from the city. There was an unspoken rule: no fighting inside the city walls. They would wait until the merchants were out of sight, then strike.