Synopsis

The Heavenly Dragon Escort Agency offers a cheaper contract to the Nanjing Merchant Union, attempting to break the Golden Dragon's long-standing monopoly. Discussions reveal their plan isn't just about undercutting fees but leveraging the Prince's association with the Pear Flower Garden to promote their manor protection services, hoping to rival the Flying Dragons. The chapter concludes with a face-off between the 17th Pavilion Master and the Nanjing Merchant Union leader, who reveals his strategic motives and makes the seemingly inexperienced 17th Pavilion Master the main contact.