**Chapter Four: Hiring a Wife with a Fortune! People with a Vision Start at 100 Million Mora!**
"You're going to issue a commission directly to the Adventurers' Guild?!"
Upon hearing Ye Xi's plan, Aether exclaimed in surprise. He hadn't expected Ye Xi to be so bold.
"That's right. Khaenri'ah has been asleep for centuries; it's time to return to the light of day!"
Ye Xi had been investigating the Abyss Order's actions over the years, and he had to admit they had made significant progress. They had at least established outposts in several nations. These strongholds could be used for exchanging intelligence, hiding allies, and finding the remaining forces of Khaenri'ah.
His proposal was simple: first head to the nearest place, Sumeru. He would use a fortress there as a base and publicly issue a commission. The offer? Any women willing to marry into the kingdom of Khaenri'ah would receive a generous dowry! And those who bore heirs would get an additional pension! He planned to spend money to attract interest directly.
This method would save time and effort.
After hearing Ye Xi's plan, Aether nodded thoughtfully. "Indeed, this seems like the fastest approach."
"But in doing so, the Sumeru law enforcers will certainly come to investigate! And if they find Abyss creatures nearby..."
Ye Xi nodded and replied, "I don't plan on bringing everyone. I'll go alone."
"What?! That's too dangerous!" Aether protested. "You're the new king of Khaenri'ah. If something happens to you, the future of our kingdom will be ruined!"
Not only Aether, but several Abyss Apostles also grew alarmed.
"My lord, your safety is paramount!"
"We cannot risk our new king!"
"Please reconsider!"
Ye Xi silenced them with a wave of his hand. "Don't worry. Remember, I was also an elite swordsman of the kingdom back in the day. And as long as I present myself as an ordinary Khaenri'ahn with no threat, the Church and law enforcement won't have anything to do with me."
"I've already made my decision."
Once the king had spoken, no amount of protest would change his mind.
Aether saw that the matter was decided, but his eyes were filled with worry. "Xi, please be careful!"
...
A few days later, Ye Xi arrived in Sumeru City.
Everywhere, the air was filled with an exotic atmosphere, and the passersby exuded a sense of seriousness and wisdom. This was the City of Wisdom! Here, Ye Xi had acquired a stronghold. After several days of renovations, the place had been transformed into the courtyard of a large family estate.
Curiosity about the grand complex grew among the people of Sumeru. Real estate in Sumeru was precious; each inch of land was worth its weight in gold. Soon, rumors started to spread.
Inside the towering walls, Ye Xi dressed meticulously, ready to head to the Adventurers' Guild to issue his commission. He looked at his reflection in the mirror and nodded with satisfaction. His unique star-like eyes, a signature of Khaenri'ah, combined with his handsome face, gave him an air of both strength and reliability.
Recently, he had unlocked the system's beginner gift pack, which had reshaped his body. His previous form, ravaged by five centuries of destruction, had long lost its vitality. But now, after the system's transformation, it was as if he had been reborn! His muscles, skin, meridians, and bones had been remolded—stronger, younger, and more powerful than ever before.
The system had used the snowmelt from Dragonspine Mountain to create his blood, replaced his bones with those from Liyue's peaks, and shaped his flesh with the fruits of Sumeru's Daocheng Forest. His skin was woven with the thunder of Inazuma, his spine filled with ice from the solstice, and his tears and sweat mingled with the nectar of Fontaine. His meridians were forged with the flames of Natlan.
In summary, he had become a new man! His DNA was blessed by the starry skies, his soul baptized by the Abyss. At this point, all that was left was to acquire an official [hukou] from Teyvat!
He had also gained a portable storage space to keep his belongings, where he stored a large sum of Mora and various gems.
After everything was prepared, he left his estate and headed for the Adventurers' Guild.
When Catherine, the guild's receptionist, saw the commission Ye Xi issued, she was stunned.
"Are you sure you want to post this?"
She could hardly believe what she was reading!
**[Hiring a Wife with a Fortune!]**
**[To expand my bloodline, I, Ye Xi of Khaenri'ah, am recruiting healthy young women!]**
**[Requirements: No bad habits, good personality, willing to bear children!]**
**[For an ordinary woman from a good family, the dowry is 5 million Mora, with another 5 million Mora for bearing a child!]**
**[For a powerful adventurer, the dowry is 10 million Mora, with an additional 10 million for bearing a child!]**
**[For an intelligent scholar, the dowry is 15 million Mora, with another 15 million for bearing a child!]**
**[Those with a Vision in any of the above categories will receive ten times the pay! Bearing a child will bring another tenfold reward!]**
Upon seeing the sheer amount of Mora listed in the commission, Catherine's mind went blank. What was the concept of millions of Mora being handed out like this?
In the Adventurers' Guild, most commissions were modest. A simple delivery might cost a few thousand Mora. More difficult missions might rise to tens of thousands. Only extremely challenging tasks involving entire adventure parties went above 100,000 Mora.
But this commission wasn't just in the millions. If someone with a Vision accepted the job, they could receive ten times that amount! An adventurer with a Vision could potentially earn 100 million Mora!
And after bearing a child, they could receive another 100 million Mora!
That kind of money could set someone up for life! It would instantly elevate them into the ranks of the wealthy elite, ensuring the prosperity of future generations.
Catherine was left wondering about Ye Xi's financial resources.
Sensing her doubts, Ye Xi pulled out a bag filled with gems. Each one was a rare treasure worth millions of Mora! And there were at least a hundred gems in the bag!
"Miss Catherine, please issue the commission. This bag of gems will serve as the commission fee."
Catherine: ...
A **bag** of gems... She fell into deep thought.
'Just how many wives does this man want!?'
Though shocked, Catherine quickly got to work.
Soon, Ye Xi's commission was posted on the board and announced to all the adventurers.
Passersby glanced at it, but when they saw the details, their eyes immediately widened in disbelief.
A few moments later, they all exclaimed in unison:
"100 million Mora—?!"
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