Chapter 403: Yaya's Daily Life
"Ah, another bounty payout exceeding two million gold coins. My poor gold coins…"
"The elves contributed 1.5 million gold coins. They should spend more later, probably adding another 500,000 to our income."
"The profit from this deal with the elves is about 1.2 million gold coins. Selling weapons and equipment is really profitable!"
"This month, the number of trolls hasn't increased much. The potions we've crafted will bring in a total of 1.9 million gold coins for the territory."
"Military supplies are increasingly profitable, thanks to Carlos and the Eighth Legion. They've already paid 1.5 million gold coins, with a profit of one million."
"Production in this area is already high. The key now is finding buyers."
"Distributing sales through the Thorn Merchant Guild yields decent profits, but it's not particularly stable."
"The focus has to remain on the nobles in the Eastern Province…"
"The sales of magical items continue to climb. Although prices have been heavily suppressed, profits still exceed 60%. This month's earnings amount to 800,000 gold coins."
"Forty Six-Armed Golems have been produced, totaling 3.2 million gold coins in revenue with a profit of 1.6 million."
"We've given quite a bit to Bloodmoon City…"
"Revenues from manufacturing daily necessities are gradually rising. We're already earning 50,000 gold coins monthly, nearing the break-even point."
"Food doesn't bring in profits and requires further investment. Grain prices are beginning to rise…"
"…"
Having grown significantly, Yaya tallied the accounts for the territory from February 15 to March 15 while counting gold coins.
Her mind worked quickly, easily calculating various figures after just one glance.
"Ah! Total income is 5.7 million gold coins. Considering the stockpile, there should be seven million…"
"Last month, we spent seven million gold coins. There should have been plenty left over… Boohoo…"
"This month, we've already spent three million. If that were turned into drumsticks, it'd pile higher than me…"
"Ah, my poor gold coins. Since I have time, I'd better spend more time with you…"
After finalizing the accounts, Yaya sprawled across the mountain of gold coins, rolling around as if trying to bury her massive body within.
The crisp jingling sounds echoed through the lair.
This continued for half an hour.
Just moments ago, Yaya had been frolicking wildly, but she swiftly shrank in size, sliding down from the pile of gold coins. Reluctantly, she placed the coins in her claws back onto the heap and dashed out cheerfully.
Matthew had been waiting in the dining room for some time. Upon hearing Yaya's account summary, he cheerfully gave her a thumbs-up:
"Well done! Here, have another drumstick!"
Yaya gobbled it up in two bites, somewhat offsetting the bitter taste of the magical materials she had consumed earlier in the morning.
She joyfully eyed the large bowl of pickled fish, first serving everyone at the table a bowl before gleefully claiming the rest for herself.
"Gulp gulp…"
The fish was tender and delicious, and the broth was a perfect balance of sour and savory.
With her acute sense of taste, Yaya immediately recognized the fish as being from the Misty Swamp. She exclaimed excitedly:
"Ah? Are the black fish we raised ready to eat so soon?"
Matthew picked up a bowl of pickled fish. Though it lacked chili peppers, the familiar flavor earned his praise:
"That's right. The cyclical farming in the Misty Swamp is beginning to show results. The swamp crocodiles at Bull Fortress are the ones we've selected to keep."
As for the rest, they were well-fed to encourage more breeding.
Wild captures and breeding both progressing simultaneously.
After enjoying a hearty breakfast, Yaya dashed off to her spellcaster class at lightning speed.
Today's lesson was on a second-circle spell called "Strength Amplification."
Yaya didn't care much for simple spell models. Even if her innate talents allowed her to learn them, she rarely delved deeply into their mechanics.
She had a natural affinity for blood magic, which she found incredibly engaging.
The experienced instructor.
Presented various examples of how Strength Amplification could be applied.
Analyzed the proper usage and effects of the spell, along with its practical limitations.
Then, as usual, the instructor invited others to demonstrate the spell before cautiously calling on Yaya.
On her first attempt, Yaya successfully cast the spell.
This surprised no one but evoked envy among the younger spellcasters.
Yaya practiced the new spell repeatedly in a corner.
Two hours later, having mastered the lesson, Yaya left the classroom feeling lighthearted.
She snuck over to the snack street as usual, spending three gold coins from her little treasury.
Everyone adored Yaya, greeting her warmly.
The little dragon not only looked adorable but had a sweet tongue and always enjoyed the carefully prepared treats from others.
Even those waiting in line had no complaints; they felt a sense of pride.
Everyone loved Yaya!
Respected her!
Admired her!
Including a bunch of kids just out of class.
The little ones who hadn't yet started formal schooling always waddled after Yaya's swift steps.
Babbling, they laughed gleefully.
Humming a tune, Yaya passed through the academy and the ongoing construction zones, heading straight for the druid greenhouse.
The dutiful guards greeted Yaya with a crisp salute.
"Ah, the new rice strains have made another breakthrough…"
"Guoguo, you're too picky. That won't do! Eating more will help you grow taller!"
"Elona, you're amazing! You're almost done with the Eastern Red Mulberry project!"
"Ah, Grandpa Li, tell me more about the Eastern Continent…"
"Wisdom Tree, today I learned a new spell. Teach me properly, and I'll secretly fertilize you…"
"Alright, alright. I'll read you a new book then…"
"…"
After spending over an hour at the druid greenhouse, Yaya reluctantly left.
Lunchtime had arrived!
In the afternoon, Yaya was equally "busy."
Sampling afternoon pastries, heading to the special training grounds for enhancement training, and returning to the lair once her day's learning was complete.
Not for a nap, since dinner and a midnight snack were still to come.
She shifted her consciousness to her avatar.
Her vertical pupils gleamed faintly as her massive wings unfurled. Taking a deep breath, she exhaled a faint heat. Her curling tail swayed back and forth.
Sensing the information in her mind, she suddenly flapped her wings and shot out of the fortress with her immense body.
Under countless watchful eyes.
Bathed in radiant sunlight.
Her majestic draconic presence swept across the sky.
The afternoon hunting "game" had begun!