Weapon seller in the world of magic

While explaining her theory, Shen Ling was also observing Mark's expression so that she can know what he is thinking.

She also had a couple of theories that can indicate that the Emperor might be aware of the truth but she wasn't hundred percent sure of them and neither did Mark appear to be welcoming such a theory. Hence, she didn't bother to reveal them.

Anyway, the princess ended her analysis with the final topic, Mark's revenge, "I have analyzed your movements from your arrival to the Imperial City. First, you acquired a store, then, slowly lived the life of an ordinary weapon seller but sold unique weapons called firearms.

Then, you get into a fight with the Song clan and you acted on an impulse, showing off the power of your battle vehicle.

After that, you traveled hundreds of kilometers just to kill the Cerberus, showing off your own power and impress the second prince.

Right then, you picked up a fight with the Sui clan, causing a lot of destruction, this time, showing off the power of your helicopter and missiles.

Then, you showed off the power of the helicopter in front of everyone in the public trial, defeating Song Yun fair and square. I wondered why you did that when you can easily defeat him through your fists.

At first, I thought you probably didn't have real strength in the first place and you probably used some kind of powerful enhancement pill or potion to improve your strength temporarily and defeat the Cerberus.

But, on the day of your engagement, you clearly defeated an eight-circle realm expert with a skill of yours. So, that means your strength is a real deal. So, were you toying with Song Yun and other opponents in the past?

I'm not so sure about it but when I saw the rate at which how you release your new weapons to sell, I realized something.

When you first arrived, you only sold single-shot pistols, then, you sold the revolver after seeing that you are generating profits and the firearms are working in this society.

Eventually, the number of weapons and their firepower improved exponentially as the Imperial Palace is frequently buying more weapons.

For the sake of maintaining your relationship with the Imperial Palace, you even let go of hundreds of thousands of gold coins that you got from Feng Wu, the leader of Kunyu bandits.

Then, I realized that you are trying to make sure that the Imperial Palace depends more on your weapons."

"And that explains my revenge?" Mark found a lot of inconsistencies in her latest analysis. Her conclusion might be correct but the way she connected with the things that happened with him to reach such a conclusion was wrong.

Some of his acts weren't just because he is impulsive or wanted to show off. It is the result of the system's emergency quests and their hefty rewards.

For the first time since she started to show off her scary analysis, Mark felt like he can breathe properly. His mood recovered a bit upon realizing that even an intellectual like her isn't that perfect.

However, he cannot ignore the fact that she somehow found the truth. Either way, as he intended to see it until the end, Mark patiently listened to her.

Meanwhile, Shen Ling was slightly surprised by the sudden smile on Mark's face but she didn't dwell on it for much time and proceeded to explain, "If you know the truth, then, it is obvious that you will be angry at your parents, especially your mother for switching you with the other baby all because you weren't born with ether.

But, your actions don't make sense. Logically, you should have sold those aircraft and other powerful weapons to enemy states like the Leon Empire but ever since your first contact with the second prince, you are just empowering the Imperial Palace.

It clearly states that you wanted the Imperial Palace to completely depend on you. You wanted the Emperor and every powerful person with authority at your mercy.

And I see that your plan is working quite well if I guessed it right.

You showed the palace that you are personally stronger than their top experts.

You displayed the might of your firearms.

With the beast king, you displayed the might of your support.

Finally, with Wu Weibao, you showed that you also have powerful allies that the Emperor cannot dare to offend. So, everyone will try their best to keep you on their side.

I just don't understand what you plan for their future, though. I feel like I missed several things and there might be a few inconsistencies as I took the highest probability route but once I covered all of that, I will be able to come to a more detailed conclusion.

Anyway, what do you think of my analysis, so far?"

If she had revealed one secret, Mark would use some excuse, but now that there are several things that he heard one after another, he didn't want to explain himself to her, and neither did he plan on admitting the truth.

Without commenting on her analysis, he simply responded with a question, "If you know that much about me, then, what will happen if these truths will come out? What do you think?"

It appeared that Shen Ling was also prepared for that question too. She answered, "Well, either you will go on full rebel mode or just deny everything stubbornly."

"Good," Mark nodded with a fake smile and leaned forward with his arms resting on its knees, "and do you believe that I won't silence you to protect my secrets, Princess Shen?"

The princess shook her head in confidence, "no, you won't. It's because marrying me brings more benefits to you than rejecting me or killing me. And I think you can already see that."

"You are intelligent for sure and are worth befriending but this isn't enough for me to marry you." Mark wasn't convinced yet as he felt that she gains a lot more than him.

If she wants to have a marriage of convenience without any feelings involved, then, he should also treat this as a business. And in business, one should always look at the profits.

To even open a store branch, he asked the king what he gets in return. If it is a love-less marriage, then, he has to see enough returns from a business perspective.

Even if she was intelligent, he could still offset that intelligence with his strength. Not to mention, the system's assistance will open when he upgrades it to maximum rank. So, he might need her advice.

As for the Western Moon kingdom, if he wants to rule it, he can topple it down at any moment. His current prowess could make that a reality.

And once again, the princess anticipated this exact reaction from him. Seeing that he was considering the marriage, the princess felt happy and she decided to make her next move.

She rose to her feet right away and said, "I knew that it might not be enough. That's why I have prepared something else that will surely convince you. Follow me."

The princess started to walk toward the exit. Mark followed her.

They walked for about ten minutes, eventually, reaching the treasury room, which is guarded by a team of 5-circle and 6-circle realm experts.