I've Become the King of Villains in the Game

"Mrs. Caroline, we are just doing our routine duty, so please don't interfere."

A hint of dread flashed across the guard's face.

The flower shop under the Viscount Pompey Brewis's patronage was well-known to these Patrol Guards from the Outer City District. If it wasn't necessary, they certainly didn't want to offend Viscount Pompey.

Connie was unaware of the relationship between Mrs. Caroline and Viscount Pompey, so she didn't want to get Mrs. Caroline involved and simply shook her head in silence.

The two guards exchanged a look, knowing they couldn't drag this out any longer.

"Alright, break it up!"

One guard started to disperse the bystanders, while the other prepared to escort the three away with his sword at the ready.

At this moment, the coachman tied the horse to a lamppost and hurried over.

He sensed that something was amiss; Miss Connie seemed to be encountering trouble. He then remembered something Mr. Jack, his employer, had instructed him.

"Miss Connie."

The coachman approached Connie and discreetly handed her a silver badge.

"Mr. Jack said to use this if you run into any trouble."

Connie's face lit up with joy as she took it.

"What are you whispering about?!"

The guard scolded.

Connie sneered and shoved the silver badge in the guard's face.

"Are you sure you want to arrest us?"

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The two guards were taken aback.

The silver badge they were now looking at bore a family crest with the inscription "Pompey Brewis" below. They couldn't fail to recognize it; it was the badge of identity for Viscount Pompey.

Nobody dared to falsely claim the name of a local noble in Amber City lightly, as it was too easy to be exposed and arrested for the impersonation.

To produce the crest of the Viscount Pompey demonstrated a significant connection.

The guards felt a growing anxiety, immediately realizing that trouble was brewing.

"Ah-ha! So you do know His Excellency Viscount Pompey... Why didn't you say so sooner?!"

The guard wiped the sweat from his forehead with a smile.

"Truly sorry, we made a mistake... Alright, then you're free to go."

"You derelict scoundrels!"

Mrs. Caroline, having grasped the cause of the incident, reproached them angrily.

Poor Connie had just lost her father, and life must have been difficult since accompanying little Jack to the Inner City District. And now, back in the Outer City District, even the guards were extorting her — it was an insult she did not deserve.

"I will definitely write to the Security Office! I'll see you two sorry excuses get what's coming to you!"

Mrs. Caroline rebuked.

The two guards were somewhat irritated but helpless. If it came to a confrontation, they would be the losers. After all, if the matter reached the Security Office and disturbed Viscount Pompey, their immediate superiors would certainly punish them.

So, apologizing profusely, the guards quickly skedaddled.

Mrs. Caroline continued to curse at their retreating backs, while Connie stepped forward to console her.

"Miss, thank you very much for your help."

Keying expressed her gratitude.

Connie turned her head and, looking at the man and woman, revealed a slight smile.

"It was nothing..."

Polaris suddenly thought of the "Jack Estate" the girl had mentioned and wondered if it could have any connection to the notorious "Jack" who was wanted by the Red Apple Church in Emerald Town.

Polaris discreetly used "Scout" on Connie without drawing attention.

Name: Connie

Race: Human (Eastern Continent)

Level: 13

Life: 120/120

Profession: [Craftsman LV10 (MAX)][Butler LV3]

Attributes: ——

Skills: Genesis Genius LV2 (Passive), Flash of Genius LV3 (Passive), Integration Mastery LVMAX (Passive)——

Combat Power: 12

[Danger Level: High-Level]

[Affection: Friendly]

[Evaluation: You don't want to know what weapons she's carrying because by the time you see them, you'll be dead! A friendly reminder, her boss is no simpleton...]

Polaris was startled, never having expected this seemingly harmless girl to be so strong.

That orange Danger Level signified she was not someone to be trifled with.

As for the description of her boss mentioned in the evaluation, could it really be that ruthless individual? If so, this could be a great opportunity!

"—Keying, this girl is an opportunity! Cling to those coattails, and there might be a surprise in store!"

Polaris sent a short message.

Keying was slightly taken aback, then looked towards Polaris and nodded gently to show she understood.

"Miss, we are from the rural...the countryside, strangers here, looking for a job to make a living...May I ask about the 'Jack Manor' you mentioned, do they still need people?

Please rest assured, we can work without pay, as long as we have a place to eat and stay!"

Keying said to Connie with a pitiful look.

These lines were all dictated privately to her by Polaris.

Connie showed a troubled expression, wanting to help the young man and woman but not feeling that she could make decisions for Mr. Jack.

"Oh, so young Jack has already secured a foothold in the Inner City District?"

Mrs. Caroline asked.

"Yes, Mrs. Caroline... Mr. Jack has bought a large manor and is now tutoring Viscount Pompey's daughter, Miss Rebecca."

Connie spoke of Mr. Jack with great pride.

She briefly discussed their situation after moving to the Inner City District, and Mrs. Caroline repeatedly marveled, believing that Jack was no ordinary person and was bound to make something of himself in the future.

Mrs. Caroline then recalled something, fell silent for a moment, and then smilingly invited Connie to sit in her flower shop. Polaris and Keying were also included in this invitation.

Connie, thinking that she still had to deliver a letter for Mr. Jack, felt somewhat troubled.

"Let's go, Connie, come in for a cup of flower tea... I've missed you so much since you left."

Faced with Mrs. Caroline's warm invitation, Connie finally nodded. Discover stories with empire

She glanced at Polaris and Keying and said with a smile:

"Then follow me for now. I need to ask Mr. Jack about the job, so I can't give you an answer just yet... But Mr. Jack is a kind and upright gentleman, I think he will help you."

Polaris and Keying were immediately overjoyed.

Everyone entered the flower shop and took a seat while Mrs. Caroline prepared some flower tea for them.Nôv(el)B\\jnn

"Just a moment, Connie..."

Mrs. Caroline said softly.

She then left the flower shop and went up a side staircase.

Polaris sipped the flower tea and suddenly received a short message.

"—Polaris friend, this is Horseman. We've found an opportunity in the Outer City District, near the sewer strand. There's an underground force called 'Iron Fist Gang' with lots of benefits. Come quickly.

Also, I'll tell you a secret, the boss here, 'Mr. Dolly', is a Transcendent!"

Polaris was slightly startled and turned to look at Keying, who also had a surprised expression, it seemed she too had received the message from Horseman.

"—What do you think? Shall we go?"

Keying asked.

Polaris frowned slightly, he didn't want to let go of the opportunity at hand.

"—Wait for a bit."

The trio representing two major guilds wouldn't be sharing an opportunity for free, and upon going there, they would most likely have to pay a price.

If it had been earlier, Polaris might have gone, but now that he had met Connie, he had a choice. Opportunities found on one's own are always the best.

Soon after, Mrs. Caroline came downstairs with two letters in her hand.

She handed one to Connie.

"Connie, could you please deliver this letter to little Jack for me, and have him pass it on to Mr. Pompey... And tell him that I don't blame him, Henry has always seen him as the best of friends."

Connie tipped the letter in her hand, noticing there seemed to be a metal object within.

"Of course, Mrs. Caroline."

Mrs. Caroline let out a sigh of relief, as if she had let go of years of pent-up feelings.

She smiled, waved the other letter in her hand, and looked at the three young people.

"Don't worry, I will surely report those two guards who troubled you!"

Connie was touched but amused, feeling the warmth as well.

She thanked her, finished her flower tea, and stood up ready to say goodbye.

Just at that moment, Polaris and Keying suddenly received a mission alert—

[Triggered D-level Mission: Save Connie!]

Mission description: Entrusted by her boss Mr. Jack, Connie is to deliver a letter to the Iron Fist Gang at the sewer strand. However, times have changed, and the Iron Fist Gang has a new leader. If Connie steps into the territory of the Iron Fist Gang, she will be in danger!

Whether to reason with Connie to stop her from delivering the letter is up to you.

Mission reward: 200 Experience Points, 1 Silver Ducat, and increased Affection with Connie.