The Swordswoman's Revenge Story after Rebirth

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The next few places they visited didn’t compare to the one in Eastville. The stores in prlocations had high

rents, but the incwas stable, making it hard for Pruden to give up the opportunity for Clark.

After considering the options, Clark finally said, “I'll take the one in Eastville

“Good, Pruden replied gently, “whichever you want, your grandmother will give it to you?

“Thank you” Clark felt a deep sense of desolation in his heart.

“What are you planning to do with the store? Pruden asked.

Clark had originally intended to open a fabric store, but the location was so far out of the way that it was unlikely

anyone would find it unless it had a notable reputation. But how could a new store immediately build such a

name?

I'm not sure yet, do you have any suggestions, grandmother?” he asked,

Pruden thought for a moment. “The store is big. You could sell daily essentials-pottery, pots, pans, things like

that. You don’t have much capital, so this would be a good option.”

“Yes,” Clark replied quietly.

He didn’t have much money. His monthly allowance was just three thousand, and after spending a portion. he

only had twenty thousand left. The sense of emptiness grew stronger inside him.

The situation was worse than he had imagined.

After thinking for a while, he said, “If I sell daily goods, | think it's a waste of such a big store. I'm thinking of

setting up a stall instead.”

“That's not an option. You're from Duke’s estate. How could you set up a stall? There's a store right here, why

not use it? I've never held anything against you,” Pruden said, clearly displeased.

Clark fell silent before replying. “Alright, then. Thank you.”

Perhaps realizing she had made him feel a little neglected, Pruden added, “If you do well, | have other stores. You

can pick whichever one you want later.”

“Yes.

Clark didn’t go back home. Instead, he headed to Isolde’s silk store to meet Collin and Vincenzo.

Though he had done business before, he knew he wasn’t as good at it as Collin. He wanted sadvice.

Collin listened to his plan and said. “To be honest, setting up a stall would be more practical. The area around the

store is poor, and people there are used to buying things at stalls because they're cheaper without the added

rent costs. In the long run, who doesn’t want a cheaper option?”

“What if | don’t want to sell daily essentials? Do you have any other good ideas?” Clark asked.

“Grain stores,” Collin answered promptly.

“Grain stores?”

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“Yes, the locals can’t live without food, and there are hardly any stalls selling grains. It's a business mostly

focused on the local people. Though the profit margin is low, it's stable. “And as for the area you mentioned, I've

walked around a few times and there aren't many grain stores there.”

“However, if we do grains, the initial investment will be high,” he added hesitantly.

“How much capital do you have?” Vincenzo asked.

Clark hesitated, then sheepishly raised two fingers.

“Two hundred thousand?” Collin thought for a moment. “If you're stocking up and running a store, two hundred

thousand is a bit tight. But it’s workable, at least for a first go. It would mean lower profit initially. but it could

work if the cash flow is quick.”

Clark’s face fell. “Twenty thousand.”

Collin and Vincenzo stared at him, exchanging glances, both at a loss for words.

Clark awkwardly muttered, “Never mind, | was just asking.”

Collin, after thinking a bit, advised, “Even if you're selling daily items, twenty thousand is really not enough. The

store will need renovation, shelves, employees... and don’t forget things like carts. This amount really won't cut

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Clark felt even more hopeless now.

Vincenzo, looking at him, said, “Last night | went to Duke's estate to see Isolde. She said Lord Becker wanted you

to join the Parliamentary Library, but you didn’t go. Why? It's such a good opportunity.”

Clark laughed bitterly. “Grandmother said it was a bad idea.”

“Did you think it was a bad idea?” Collin asked.

Clark shook his head. “I don’t know.”

Collin patted him on the shoulder. “Whether it’s a good idea or not, you know best. Do you want to stay under

someone else’s thumb your whole life, or do you want to be in control? You can be filial, but don’t be foolish. Go

to the Parliamentary Library-your future will be bright. “If your family truly cares about you. they'll support you,

not oppose you. If they don’t care, then why bother considering their opinion?”

“Foolish,” Vincenzo added bluntly, not mincing words.

“And you're not just going to be a dog yourself, but you'll drag your future children into the slife, watching

their every move? Are you okay with that? Think about Geoffrey. He was in your position, but he didn’t give up.

Did he ever turn down an opportunity?” Collin continued.

Clark had wanted to go all along, but had hesitated because of Prudence. After spending the day with her, he felt

drained and cold. Now, hearing Collin’s direct words, his heart swelled with passion. He nearly wanted to rush

straight to Lord Becker.

Seeing the change in his face, Collin smiled slightly. “If you're really going to the Parliamentary Library. then let's

talk about that store in Eastville.”

Vincenzo shook his head with a wry smile. Collin was truly relentless.

That night, Clark returned and told Pruden that he would take the store.

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Pruden was pleased, handing him ten thousand of silver to support his business and giving him the store lease.

Clark took the lease and went to see Isolde. She accepted the lease and said, “I'll go to the government office

tomorrow to change it into official red-sealed deeds in your name. “Since you and | share the smother, her

dowry belongs to you too. Rent out the store to Collin, and you can keep the rent.”

“That's not necessary, it's yours. You can keep it,” Clark said gratefully. “Tomorrow, I'll go to find Mr. Becker and

tell him. After 1 join the Parliamentary Library. I'll explain everything to grandmother.”

“Smart,” Isolde smiled, clearly pleased. It seemed Collin had given him a good nudge in the right direction.

“If you're afraid of grandmother's wrath, just tell her I forced you,” Isolde added.

Clark shook his head. “No need. | can’t hide forever. Thank you, Isolde.”

Isolde smiled. “Alright then. Ill talk to Lord Becker, and make sure they guide you.”

“That's not necessary. Once I'm in the Parliamentary Library, it will depend on my abilities. If | have no real skills

or knowledge, I'd be ashamed to stay,” Clark said firmly.

Isolde felt relieved seeing the determination in his eyes. He should have fought back earlier.

“By the way, do you know which of the contracts grandmother has changed into official red-sealed deeds?”

Isolde asked.

Clark shook his head. “I don’t think any of them. Grandmother says it’s not worth the tax fees to do that.

“Good,” Isolde smiled, her mind calculating.

The next day, before Clark could go see Doug, he heard loud drumming and cheering outside. Someone said that

Lord Becker from Southern Watch had arrived-carrying a bridal sedan.

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