Chapter 3376: There Were Always People Coveting the Ordinance Imprint

The more people there were, the better business the shops had, and the more tax revenue she got.

Just thinking about it felt wonderful.

But she also had to bear the risks that came with it. There were always people coveting the ordinance imprint.

No matter what, she had to survive, and she couldn’t let what belonged to her be taken away.

Ning Shu wandered around. The city had everything—food, clothing, housing, and transportation. It was like a miniature society.

There was even a gambling establishment.

And quite a few task-takers used it as a way to relieve stress.

It all depended on personal self-control.

Ning Shu stood at the entrance of the casino, watching the people come and go.

After some thought, she walked in. Surprisingly, the casino was very clean—no one was smoking or drinking, and there was no loud ruckus.

Those who could enter the ordinance space were all ultra task-takers.

And they had all gotten here after passing the examination tasks.

There were many types of bets—treasures, faith power, merit points, and even soul power.

Basically, anything that could be gambled on was being gambled.

At least the bets were fair—no one here was foolish.

“City Lord, our boss invites you,” someone approached Ning Shu and said.

Ning Shu raised an eyebrow. “Lead the way.”

This was her territory—why should she be afraid?

The person led Ning Shu upstairs, lifted the curtain, and said, “City Lord, please enter.”

Ning Shu walked into the room, where a man was waiting.

He wore a long robe with wide sleeves, his hair tied up with a jade crown. He was dressed like an ancient nobleman.

His features weren’t particularly striking, but he had a calm aura that made one overlook his ordinary face.

“Si Tian greets the City Lord,” Si Tian gently brushed back his sleeves and cupped his hands toward Ning Shu.

Ning Shu nodded, acknowledging him with a hum.

Si Tian said, “Please, City Lord, have a seat.”

Ning Shu sat down. There was incense burning in the room—a scent she had smelled before in the consultation room.

This incense was priceless. Just one whiff could purify the soul.

As expected from a casino owner—he was rich.

Ning Shu stared at the delicate bronze burner emitting wisps of white smoke.

“If the City Lord likes agarwood, I can have some packaged for you as a token of respect,” Si Tian said in an unhurried tone.

Just listening to his voice was a pleasure—deep and smooth, with a slight upward lilt at the end, like a whisper at the ear.

The kind of voice people described as “making your ears pregnant.”

Ears: What did you just do to me?

Ning Shu said coolly, “No need, thank you.”

Si Tian poured her tea. “It’s just a bit of agarwood, no need to mind.”

“What am I supposed to be minding?” Ning Shu retorted.

Si Tian paused, then smiled slightly. “Just a token of friendship, a little trinket for the city lord.”

A little trinket?

Ning Shu held the small, rustic teacup, took a sip, and said, “I don’t want trinkets. I’m just a newly appointed city lord of the City of Water, walking around to familiarize myself with things—not to collect trinkets.”

Si Tian’s expression remained unchanged. “It seems I misunderstood.”

Ning Shu put down the teacup and stood up, ready to leave.

“Oh, and remember to pay your taxes on time. Don’t let me catch you evading them,” Ning Shu said with a slight smile.

Si Tian cupped his hands. “Understood. I will see the City Lord off.”

Translator: Kaho

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