Chapter 63

**Acacia Point of View**

"How was it?"

"It was neat, Milady. I say, they were enthralled by your words." Mrs. Leto praises.

I released a sigh when I heard her. For now, it doesn't matter if they took my words seriously or not because if change can happen with few simple words, this kingdom wouldn't have turned out to be in this way.

For now, if my words can enthrall them temporarily, enough to make them purchase my company products then that is already good.

The servicemen who were appointed to show people how to ride a bicycle were busy explaining how to operate and ride it.

Some people seemed to be interested in the invention itself while some were glad that there was a simple vehicle to carry them around for short distances.

The small basket that was attached in the front of the bicycle to contain the rider's belongings impressed them.

Thankfully, there was mostly positive response.

While there were a few who were either neutral or did not prefer to consider buying something a woman has designed and sold; I didn't follow up on them much.

Something that I learnt before and that has been confirmed after coming to this place was, 'Success speaks everything'.

"Lady Dawn, it was pleasure to meet the person behind such marvelous invention." A gentleman of mid thirties bowed lightly with a smile.

I looked at him with a smile and waited for Azar to tell me who this person was. "Milady, he is Mister Myx Ranas, from the land of Gnolls and the heir of one of the esteemed families of that kingdom."

Land of Gnolls?

Those Hyena like people that usually seen in old literature and games?

They are real?

Aren't they said to be extremely cunning and ruthless?

But then again, looking at how peacefully he was smiling down at me, I got the answer.

They are indeed not simple.

So I played my part well and responded back with a smile of same kind and gave him a friendly nod.

"Mister Ranas, it is very nice to meet you. You must be here on a vacation yes?" I asked.

Myx Ranas grinned brightly, like a hyena getting ready to snatch something. "Indeed. However, I never thought there was a woman who came out to be merchant and set up her own business. Your invention truly impressed me."

"Thank you, Mister Ranas. I hope your time here was a pleasant one and you enjoy your vacation well. Our Oudad is still undergoing great changes so I ask you to visit again a couple years later to experience a new side of Oudad." With a simple smile and a small nod, I left after I said what I wanted.

After walking a few measures away from him, I turned to Azar to ask how people from Land of Gnoll are.

"They are cunning and ruthless, Milady. They are known for their aggressive attitude. It is better to keep less interaction with them when we do not know how and what they are like."

"Hmm, when this Ranas guy comes for a appointment to meet me, give him an appointment for fifteen minutes"

"'When' and not 'if'? Are you that sure he would come knocking the door to meet you?" He exclaimed curiously.

"You said it yourself that they are cunning by nature. One thing that any cunning creature has is curiosity. They love to snoop around when they find something new. He will come knocking our palace door soon. If we think and act out correctly, we might as well pave a safe path of more business in future."

"But they are evil minded, Milady."

"I guessed that well. However, if we don't see and talk to them, we don't know if we can handle them in future or not."

By the end of banquet it was already night. I met many people, spoke to many and gained a lot of information.

With the help of my partners from several renowned families from Oudad, having showrooms for the selling the products in Oudad was an easier process.

To those partners, one bicycle for family was given as an act of both promotion and gratitude.

Not only did bicycle have the attention of many, the baby pram also garnered good attention. Many with kids approached to know more about the convenient wheeled compartment for kids.

I've already gave instruction to Aguelli and servicemen to tell the people who were interested in prams should place a pre-order first. This way, the hype for prams will be created before they are available in showrooms.

With everything on right track, I had a good sleep that night. I was happy and contend with how things were proceeding.

The next few days, Oudad roared with the gossips of Dawn incorporation. Many were curious and interested about the company and the small vehicle we released into the market.

The next few days after the launching ceremony were packed with loads of work. I hardly had some free time to breath freely and so does others working for me.

"The sales were rather slow, Milady. Only thirty four bicycles were sold all over Oudad in the last three weeks." Sales executive shared the reports.

"Not a problem. This is a new concept for people so it will take time for them to accept a new invention. There is no hurry." I nodded as I read the compilation of the sales report of all the showrooms.

When I asked Azar to find me a sales executive, a PR executive, a finance executive, HR executive and an operations executive, he was stumped by the new terminology he heard.

To them there are accountants and general managers along with shopkeepers who handle every aspect of a business. However without a proper order, there are more chances to internal scams so I insisted we have these departments to make everything clear.

"How many orders for prams did we have till today?"

"Surprisingly, the orders for prams were quite higher than expected, Milady. There are a hundred and eleven orders from all over Oudad. Not only from Oudad, but we have people from other province who visited Oudad to specially place orders for baby prams. From other provinces, we have forty orders."

Not surprising to me. I had expected that baby prams will receive higher attention than bicycles. However, I know for a fact that bicycles will have great sales too. Only, it is ought to start off slow.

"Then I will leave it to you to handle this. Have a meeting with other departments to cooperate and compile all the records."

"Yes, Milady." After he left I asked someone to call Eelk and soon he arrived.

Now that my business was setup, it was time I think of next step in developing Oudad. Now that the Union has been up and working as per the rules, the management of handling tourists and visitors has become easy and profitable.

"Eelk, It's time to take our next step. Did you find a suitable island for it?"

"Yes, Milady. It was a medium sized stable island and good for the park you were planning." Eelk spoke quite happily.

He was once very serious but now he only speaks with a smile. This guy changed a lot over few months.

"It's not that kind of park, Eelk. It's called Extreme activities zone. Anyway, just start preparations for that."

"Yes, Milady. Right away. Also, there is a Mister Ranas who asked to meet you and was waiting for you in the receiving hall."

Ah, he is indeed here.

"Bring him here." He came three weeks after the ceremony which means either he was looking into my background or he was contacting his people or both.

Tapping my fingers on the desk, I waited for Eelk to bring this Ranas guy over. In the short period of time, I thought of many reason he would want to meet me.

In these past few days, I myself learnt a lot about Gnoll people and came to know that they can't be trusted at all.

They are crafty and turn white to black with a flick of finger. I came to know that these Gnolls love poking their nose in other people's business.

Now, I want to know what this Ranas guy want from me. It can't be a simple curiosity that led him here. That much, I know.

"Milady, Mister Ranas is here." Eelk brought him inside.

"I nodded and asked the both to take a seat. Right after they took their seats, a maidservant got us some tea and snacks to which Mister Ranas raised an eyebrow with a sly smile.

"Mister Ranas, to what do I owe a visit from you?" I cut to the chase and asked directly.

"Lady Dawn, pleased to meet you again. I was just curious of the only female merchant I ever came across. My family runs some business too so came to exchange pointers." I smiled at his nonchalant behavior and shrugged.

"That can't be the only think you are here for. Is it not?" I asked looking into evidently sly eyes.

"Indeed as expected from a very intelligent woman. I was actually wondering how a simple human became a merchant on a mystical realm as this."

This time, my smile wavered a little and shock stuck me for a moment.

How did he know?

The locket from Jerk was supposed to cover it up. Is it not?

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