That's right, this thing is just for showing off, but Jack Carter would never tell them that. He brushed it off, saying, “My wife likes it and insisted on buying it. I had no choice.”

The other players fell silent.

This kind of situation is too conspicuous and not very good; it’s bound to attract interference from other troublesome players during quests. As a professional booster, one must be cautious. So Jack Carter waited in a secluded corner near the jewelry store until almost 7 o’clock. As soon as the time came, he appeared punctually at the jewelry store’s front door, waiting for the owner as the shop was closing.

With a creak, the door opened and the owner came out, dressed to the nines and exuding an air of wealth. His outfit alone was worth at least a hundred gold coins, not to mention the various rings, accessories, and cane that highlighted his status as a jewelry store owner—those were worth at least a thousand gold coins. Compared to him, Jack Carter’s outfit, which cost only a few dozen silver coins, made him look like a beggar.

Oswald once again squinted and sized up Jack Carter for a long moment, then nodded in great satisfaction. “Very good. As an attendant, your attire is appropriate. Once inside, be even more mindful of your behavior—don’t be presumptuous.”

Jack Carter quickly replied, “Thank you for the compliment, boss. Please rest assured!”

See that? See that? You didn’t know, did you? Now you know what the formal wear is for, right? This is the power of a transmigrator! Wahahaha, Jack Carter was secretly overjoyed.

If players couldn’t figure out what “go get ready” meant, or were reluctant to spend money, or simply didn’t have any, then too bad—the boss would get furious: “What do you think this gathering is? Can I take you in looking like that? Please leave, and be sure to pay attention next time!” Next time? When is next time? If your favorability stays up, it’s a week later; if it drops sharply, who knows when.

Besides, if it really drags on for a week, what advantage does the quest route have left? You might as well go grind monsters, at least that increases your skill proficiency. So, for the quest route, success is the only option! That’s why Jack Carter spent everything he had on the formal wear and didn’t dare be stingy in the slightest. That’s also why the shortbow rewarded by Audrey Collins earlier had to be sold—otherwise, there wouldn’t be enough money. Buying a shirt without a tie is pointless.

With a neigh, a silver-white unicorn pulled an exquisitely carved, fragrant sandalwood carriage over and stopped steadily in front of the two.

Jack Carter immediately trotted over, opened the carriage door, and called out, “Boss, please get in!”

Oswald gracefully boarded the carriage, and Jack Carter gently closed the door, then climbed up to sit beside the coachman.

“Mm, very good, you have excellent manners!” Oswald nodded in satisfaction again from inside the carriage.

You should know, attendants—especially male attendants—are not qualified to sit in the same compartment as their master. If a player, not knowing this, cluelessly sat inside, although Oswald might not say anything out of politeness, their score in the subsequent storyline would inevitably be lower.

Soon, the carriage arrived at a small manor. Guards stood watch inside and out, but this didn’t dampen the guests’ spirits at all. In fact, only with a sense of security can one truly enjoy themselves, right?

The attendees were all either officials or nobles—prominent NPCs in town—drinking toasts and inviting ladies to dance. Jack Carter dutifully followed his boss, eyes straight ahead, never leaving his side. In the manor, jewelry, silver trays, and goldware were everywhere, and all sorts of rooms with unknown purposes stood open. These were all temptations, all fleeting illusions. In his previous life, so many players made it this far only to fail at the last step and ruin their prospects!

The town clerk went around toasting and exchanging pleasantries with each guest. When it was Oswald’s turn, he naturally noticed Jack Carter behind him and said in surprise, “Oh? Mr. Oswald is known for his sharp and discerning eye, just like when appraising jewelry. For someone to serve as your attendant, he must be quite extraordinary, right?”

Oswald laughed, “Indeed, he’s a remarkable young man. Thanks to him, my shop’s procurement tasks this year have been over-fulfilled.” Then he raised his left hand and made a strange gesture. As a transmigrator, Jack Carter understood immediately—this clerk had shares in the jewelry store, and with Jack Carter completing two massive tasks, they must have made a fortune.

Sure enough, the clerk’s eyes lit up and he said happily, “Oh? With such an outstanding young man, you must introduce him to me!”

Oswald turned and smiled at Jack Carter, “Come quickly and greet the clerk.”

Jack Carter immediately stepped forward and bowed, “I am Jack Carter. It is a great honor to meet you, sir.”

The clerk smiled, “Good, good! To have earned Mr. Oswald’s appreciation proves you are truly talented. I am never stingy with talented people. Would you be interested in becoming an honorary citizen of our town?”

Haha, here it is! This is what all the hard work on the quest route is for—the honorary citizenship!

Jack Carter immediately said joyfully, “Thank you for your favor, sir. I am deeply honored!”

The clerk nodded in satisfaction, took a bronze medal from his pocket, and personally pinned it to Jack Carter’s chest, encouraging him, “From now on, you are an honorary citizen of Sainayang Town. You must contribute to the prosperity and development of our town.”

Jack Carter said happily, “I will remember your teachings, sir!”