First Steps to Riches

The gates of the city were close by and the road was far more crowded so he had to go Grandpa speed. the roar of his engine attracted the gaze of the tens of thousands of people doing their daily business outside the main gate. He ignored their gazes and continued to drive forwards but was stopped by a grey haired young man in his 20s " may i ask what it is you are riding? " a confused face faded in and out of Julian's face, The Cringy light novels, manhwa, manga and especially the Manhua he read in the past made him think this guy was going to cause trouble but instead he Respectfully asked what he was riding. " Its a mechanical contraption called a car, This model is known as a Legendary Bugatti, why do you ask? "I've never heard of such a thing, did you create this yourself or is this some artifact from a forgotten civilization? "

As the two talked peacefully about the Bugatti several other people made their way over to them. A stocky blue haired man came over and pushed the young man aside. " how much for the artifact? " both of them looked at him annoyed. a depressed sigh came from Julian and he made a flicking gesture at the blue haired man. " shoo shoo, Cant you see that I'm talking with Mr. Adam Flores over here, and my Bugatti is not for sale." The man's face turned red and he raised his fist in the air and slammed it into the Bugatti's hood. " how dare u speak to me that way KID! *sigh* Julian flicked at the man once again but this time he shot two small balls of killing intent into the mans head. His eyes became blood shot and piss moved down his right leg, his right knee gave out and he fell down onto his hands. * Bleurgh * His lunch spat all over the floor and he began to crawl away in a very pitiful state. the mortal citizens saw the disgusting act and walked away, leaving only the cultivators in the crowd watching. Julian looked at his Bugatti with a sad look before tossing it in his inner world. " well General Adam, lets get going to my new Auction hall, I'll treat you to some mead while we watch the grand opening.

As they walked away the crowds attention left them and things outside the city went back to normal.

" So tell me Sir Adam, how are things in Nanashak? "

The city is in a prosperous age, a rich and very influential family within Nanashak known as the amogi Clan has financed the construction of several dozen acre wide Spiritual herb gardens within Nanashak central district. As you yourself are likely aware the Nanashak central district is also where your auction house has been constructed. The city lord himself is waiting for us there. "

Julian's eye brows raised and he looked at Adam with intrigued eyes.

" I would very much like to meet with the Amogi clan head while I am Here. I hope you vsn help me with this little wish of mine. "

" OF COURSE, of course I can denfintly arrange a meeting with him, once we meet up with the city lord we can discuss this in more detail. "

The two men walked down the crowded roads of the massive city and chatted for more than 3 hours before they arrived the entrance to the center district.

" So this is the center district huh? "

The buildings within his sight were amazing, beautful brick and stone stores and restaurants were everywhere alongside amazing mansions and large sects.

" That right there is the Amogi clan, and that large building right there is your Auction hall. "

In the distance sitting on a restaurant balcony in view of both large buildings sat city lord Ratliff, A proud Half immortal stage 8 cultivator.

" City lord sir! General Adam and The guest from the south have arrived just below. "

" I know, I felt their presence the moment they entered the city, I just wanted some more time to listen to my music. "

Ratliff stood up and walked out of the restaurant into the massive Central Square.

The sky was a dark blue and a weak wind blew threw the square sending a chill down everyone's spines. A sliver of fighting intent was released into the air, the light smile on julains face disappeared and he looked to his left. slowly walking his way was a skinny figure with flowing black hair and silvery gold armor. His eyes were bright purple and stared at Julian, a beast looking at its prey. An intricate looking blue Gem Axe hung from the right side of his waist and a plain silver sword hung from his left. The strange figure moved towards him unimpeded, the citizens of walking through the square didn't even notice him, not even Sir Adam.

" is everything all right sir Julian? "

Adam looked into the direction julain was looking and saw nothing out of the ordinary, just regular civilians going about their daily lives.

" Leave us General! "

A frightening voice echoed in Adam's ears and he realized who sir Julian was looking at so intently.

" Yes my lord! "

Adam bowed to the air infront of him and hurried away from the area. just as he ran out of sight the Two men met face to face.

" So you are the self proclaimed God emperor of humanity? I must say I am quite Dissapointed. "

" That makes two of us, I never thought the Valiant hero Of the Border city of Nanashak would be a skinny emo with a pitiful cultivation of half immortal stage 8. "

" hahahahaha you are funny, if it weren't for your status I would kill you where you stand for that comment. you are quite lucky. "

" Well Sir emo, If you would like a duel later today I would be happy to oblige.. Right now however I am here on business and care not for your personal agendas. "

" Although I do not know what this word emo means I understand that you are insulting Me. Therfore I City lord Liam Ratliff accept your offer to duel later today. I hope you will not back down. "

" haha good joke, that's enough comedy for today don't you think? come, show Me my new Auction house, I am excited to host my first ever auction within the Zavalla empires borders. In celebration I will be auctioning off a Perfect condition Rank 7 Lighting wyvern Core. "

The city lord stopped abruptly once he heard these words leave Julian's mouth and began to laugh

" Hahaha I thought you said no more jokes? not even the great profound Immortals of my great empire would dare make such a claim. "

" No no I am being serious, here take a look. "

in Julian's hand appeared a perfect condition Rank 7 core and the city lord's face dropped. seeing the unbelievable sight in front of him he stammered backwards and almost collapsed onto the ground. he looked up at Julian with eyes of pure amazement and disbelief and slowly spoke in a grizzly tone.

" I am sorry for doubting you Sir Julian, but will you allow me to invite an expert to guarantee this core is the real thing. I can clearly feel the power emanating from it but fake cores are widespread. "

A little angered Julian shouted at the kneeling man.

" You are a brave man for daring to question the authenticity of my items, but I won't lie, getting it confirmed by a Profesional would indeed make things easier for me in the future so go ahead, Invite this Core expert here. It will only serve to make me richer. "

The two men made their way into the auction house and were greeted by one of the Krieg soldiers who spoke in a monotone voice.

" welcome to The Nanashak branch Auction house Emperor, I am happy to see you arrive safely. "

Ratliff Interrupted the robot and looked at julain with a puzzled look

" what are these strange metal puppets? I don't sense any qi from them nor do I sense any other energy types, I would like to purchase a couple if possible "

" I will not sell them but in the future I will create a construction company that you can hire for any of your cities construction needs. As for the energy source you will one day learn about it all for free. " ' The day I conquer your empire '

" that's good news. I will look forward to it. As for now I will take my leave, if you need me again simply ask the guards outside in the central square. "

" Wait! before you leave, I would like for you to set up a meeting with the Amogi clan head for me, tell him it's a business meeting and to come prepared. If he is wise this meeting will make him a very powerful man. "

" That's easy, Farewell Emperor of the Imperium, I look forward to our spar. "

As he left Ted within the Kreig robot began to rant.

" How dare that Puny emo bitch interrupt me! Who does he think he is! HuH!!! "

" Calm down Ted and tell me about anything serious I have missed while on my way here. "

" You haven't missed much master. The infrastructure plan is proceeding smoothly, Although the cost is great thousands of Matter converters have been set up across all of our land. We have even succeeded in setting up our first thousand matter converters within the Sold Land. Unfortunately all of the worker bots sent into the Eastern Dwarven territory The " Iron hills " have been destroyed by a patrolling army. 800 matter converters have been set up succefully within the zavalla empire under fake mining and lumber groups run by the Original 40 Men of the Imperium. Construction within Isvan City and outer Isvan have progressed perfectly. The inner wall surrounding the Isvanni maountian range is fully completed and the First outer wall is half way completed. Over 8.5 million Citizens have settled down within the capital, it is estimated that 14.7 million more will arrive within 2 weeks. This amount has put a great amount of strain on the newly formed government but with plenty of food, great pay and a safe city to live in the new workers are working very hard and very efficiently under intense pressure. I request you pay attention to your achievements window, Thanks to our population as a whole empire the empire tab has many new updates. please look at it immediately "

Julian listened to Ted report all of that information and did as he asked opening the empire Window.

[ Empire ]

Imperium of man

Capital city: Isvan City

Cities: 18,345

Largest city Currently owned: Bahe City

Largest city ever owned: Mithril Aduanta

Population 4,674,283,222

Official army size 445,484,988

[ Bonuses ]

* 100% Absorption rate

* Patriots Pride

* 200% faster healing

*15% resistance to poisons/curses/chaos

* Newly born Humans have 10% chance for a special constitution.

* Newly born humans will have 1% of their blood replaced with 100% Pure White ape golden blood.

[ Current mission ]

Reach 5 billion population

Rewards: " Wise monkeys "

all Newly Born humans will have 15% more intelligence.

' What is this Patriots Pride Perk?'

[ Patriots Pride ]

The ability to momentarily Lend your power to anyone who calls themselves a citizen of your Empire.

'interesting '

" Ted proceed with everything, you guys are doing great. "

" Thank you Master! "