Money Can Buy Everything

002: Authority of Trading

"Crash!"

With a loud noise, a flowerpot plummeted from the sky and smashed onto Momo's head, knocking him down.

"What happened?"

"Sir, are you okay?"

"Call an ambulance!"

Onlookers gathered around, and a few kind-hearted people rushed to help. Momo struggled to get up, elegantly shaking off the blood from his head, and spoke fluent Japanese, saying, "It's okay, just a minor incident. No need to trouble everyone."

After much persuasion, the crowd gave up on the idea of taking Momo to the hospital.

"Are you... alright?"

Reimu wondered if she had gone too far.

Momo smiled lightly and said, "I'm fine. Next time, I'll make sure to wear a helmet in advance."

"Next time, I'll just throw a stone at your head!"

"Alright, Reimu, stop messing around. As a mature shrine maiden, can't you view everything in the mortal world with a calm mind?"

Reimu eyelid twitches. In the end, it seemed like she was the one at fault?

"I have a general understanding of your existence. You're just a beginner tutorial spirit, right? Now, tell me if I have any tasks to complete or if there's anything you need to explain to me."

Reimu nodded in front of Momo and said, "See for yourself. Also, others can't see this barrier and me, so you don't have to worry."

A barrier appeared in front of Momo, displaying his attributes.

Name: Momo, Heroic Spirit of Alaya's Side.

Strength: E-

Endurance: E-

Agility: E-

Mana: None

Luck: A

Noble Phantasm: EX

Looking at Momo's silent expression, Reimu said, "Have you finally realized how weak you are?"

"No, actually, you don't know, but I'm a Virgo. The three E-'s above and below make me feel really uncomfortable. Can't we change them?"

"Do you think this is a single-player game? And I'm not a character editor! Just accept the fact that you're a total weakling!"

"But I still have a Noble Phantasm, right? Let me see it, the Noble Phantasm I've been looking forward to the most."

A smile appeared on Momo's face, blending his pride and confidence, radiating a glorious light that even made Reimu, who disliked Momo, a bit absent-minded.

"Hmph, that's all you've got."

Noble Phantasm: Trading Authority, ranked EX.

Fusing his past experiences and historical facts, Momo is hailed by future generations as the greatest leader in history, nearly unifying the entire human race and guiding them into an era of peace as a remarkable merchant. His trading abilities are extraordinary, and it is said that he can purchase anything from anyone, even engaging in transactions involving virtual or conceptual goods.

Current Level: LV1, Additional Skills: None. Please have the heroic spirit Momo randomly select an additional skill for Trading Authority LV1. As part of the tutorial, you will have an extra trading opportunity today, which means you have a total of two trading opportunities. Please complete the first trade under the guidance of the assistant spirit.

Level Up Rules: To reach LV2 from LV1, one experience point is required, and one trade can be conducted per day at LV1. To reach LV3 from LV2, ten experience points are needed, and two trades can be conducted per day at LV2. To reach LV4 from LV3, one hundred experience points are required, and three trades can be conducted per day at LV3. The pattern continues for higher levels, with trading opportunities resetting upon leveling up. For example, if LV1 advances to LV2, the trading opportunities will be restored to two.

"Well, isn't this interesting? Reimu, does this mean I can trade anything with anyone using my authority, even something like your ki...?"

Reimu crossed her arms, looking wary, and said, "Put away your thoughts! Trading Authority must adhere to three principles: equivalence, voluntary participation, and fairness. Otherwise, it cannot be called a trade."

"Equivalence, voluntary participation, and fairness?"

"Equivalence means both parties reach a consensus on the value of the traded items. Voluntary participation refers to the rational agreement of both parties to complete the trade. Fairness means that neither party can directly or indirectly interfere with the pricing and willingness to trade in any form!"

"So, no matter what cost you want to make me do something, I won't agree. Stop daydreaming!"

Momo looked regretful and said, "Is that so? I was actually thinking of using fifty years of my lifespan to exchange for a sweet kiss from you, Reimu. It seems like I overestimated."

Reimu widened her eyes upon hearing this. Did Momo already know that she agreed to work for the gods in exchange for lifespan?

Damn it, fifty years of lifespan, what a pity, and it's just a kiss...

"Are you tempted? However, suddenly I'm not interested in the current you anymore. We'll talk when I meet the real you someday!"

"Ugh, even if you give me ten thousand years of lifespan, I won't kiss you. You are nothing but a mere toad wanting to eat swan meat! Also, stop interrupting. Now you need to choose the additional skill for Trading Authority LV1. Here's the selection interface."

As Momo looked at the vast array of choices, he felt helpless and said, "Can't I specify a particular additional skill?"

"Hmph, dreaming won't help! But with your A-ranked luck, your luck should be good, right?"

"No, no, no!"

Momo waved his finger and said, "It's not wishful thinking. Rather, Reimu, you haven't utilized your imagination. Everything I possess is part of the Trading Authority. Trade represents circulation, encompassing everything in the world. There's nothing that cannot be traded."

"Huh? You must be insane. I want to see what you're going to do."

"In that case..."

Momo looked up at the sky, extended his arms, and said, "Great Alaya, I activate the Trading Authority and propose a trade with you. I offer fifty years of my lifespan in exchange for the right to choose an additional skill for Trading Authority LV1."

"What do you think?"