Transmigration: Step Into The World of Books And Become The Strongest!-Chapter 46: Vanessa’s Difficulty and Providing Help (2)

Upon hearing those words, Vanessa was startled and looked at Arthur in confusion.

"The demand for weapons has increased by a thousand percent?" she asked, frowning as she slowly shook her head. "If that’s true, we’ll make a huge profit. But... it sounds impossible. Unless..."

Her voice trailed off. Her heart began to race, and her eyes widened.

Noticing the change in her expression, Arthur chuckled softly and nodded. "Yes, you’re right. There’s only one thing that could cause this—war."

War is the most feared thing in the world. Death, destruction, and the loss of loved ones—those are nightmares more terrifying than anything else.

But there’s an old saying from the Roman era: "In every chaos, there is opportunity."

War may bring fear and devastation to most, but not to everyone—especially not to merchants.

They are the ones who benefit most, particularly weapons merchants.

The kingdoms involved in the war would need weapons, and that demand leads to unimaginable profits.

That was why he wanted the Everhart family to partner with the Maple Leaf Trading House. Together, they could secure the largest share of those profits.

Vanessa remained silent. In a major war, it was inevitable—the weapons industry would surge.

It wouldn’t just be a thousand percent—two or even three thousand percent wasn’t out of the question.

But one question remained: Will the war really happen?

Keep in mind, the outbreak of war would mean that the enmity between the three kingdoms had reached its peak—beyond the point of control.

Unfortunately, considering the three kingdoms have remained silent for hundreds of years, it seems unlikely that war will break out within the next five to ten years—let alone in just six months to a year.

"Do you really think the possibility of war is that unlikely?"

Arthur’s calm voice pulled Vanessa from her thoughts. She took a deep breath and nodded slowly.

"Yes, I doubt it," she replied honestly. "As you know, the chances of war between the three kingdoms are slim. Even the strategists at our trading house estimate only a two to five percent chance within the next seven years—and fifteen percent in the next ten to twenty."

Every trading house employs strategists—figures capable of analyzing and forecasting market trends.

Wars, natural disasters like floods or droughts, and civil unrest are catastrophes no one wishes for.

But for merchants—especially ones as powerful as the Maple Leaf Trading House—such disasters are opportunities waiting to be seized.

It may sound cruel, but that’s the reality of the world.

In the end, they were merchants—and in their eyes, profit was everything.

Arthur remained calm and replied without hesitation, "I don’t deny what you said. But as the heiress of the Maple Leaf Trading House, you should understand—your strategists’ calculations are based on the assumption that everything continues as normal."

"That’s where you’re mistaken. Nothing in this world is ever truly certain. The current peace only exists because the three kingdoms haven’t made any overt moves. But... do you know what’s happening behind the scenes?"

His words struck a chord, and Vanessa’s eyes widened.

Just as she opened her mouth to respond, Arthur cut her off.

"Within the next six months, the Crown Prince of the Elarion Kingdom will be assassinated by an assassin hired by a minor noble from the Kingdom of Vadoria."

"That will shatter the fragile peace the Three Kingdoms have been clinging to. Still, war won’t erupt right away—the culprit won’t be discovered immediately."

"Four months later—exactly one year from now—the truth will come to light. And that’s when war between the two kingdoms will break out."

"The scale of the conflict will grow, and eventually, our own kingdom—Valdom—will be drawn in, even if only indirectly."

Arthur paused, then leaned forward with a knowing smile.

"That will be a golden opportunity for the Maple Leaf Trading House. A chance not only to secure your position as heiress... but to surpass it. You could remove your father from power—and become the true leader."

In the original future, the conflict between Vanessa and her father would only grow worse—all because of his illegitimate child.

But Vanessa was an incredibly strong woman.

Despite the intense struggle against both her father and younger brother, she ultimately emerged victorious.

She removed her father from power and exiled her younger brother to a distant land.

But now... things were about to change—drastically—from the story written in the book.

With the agreement between the Everhart family and the Maple Leaf Trading House, the upcoming war would become a goldmine for both sides.

And since the one cooperating with the Everhart family was him—Vanessa’s personal representative—it was clear who the real winner would be.

The future’s path had already shifted. And this time, Vanessa wouldn’t have to wait long to overthrow the man who had always suppressed and restrained her. 𝐟𝐫𝕖𝗲𝘄𝚎𝗯𝕟𝐨𝕧𝐞𝚕.𝕔𝕠𝐦

"How do you know that?" Vanessa tried to steady her racing heartbeat.

What Arthur said sounded like a prophecy—detailed, precise... yet impossible to verify.

Arthur simply shrugged, his expression calm. "I can’t tell you how I know. And I get it—it’s hard to believe. But..."

His eyes softened. "I swear, I’d never lie to you about something this serious. So please... trust me, young lady—no, Vanessa Caldereth."

The sincerity in his gaze—so different from the cold, detached look she had known—made her breath hitch for a moment.

A hint of shyness surfaced, warming her cheeks with a soft blush.

However, she didn’t respond immediately. Instead, she sank into a long silence, deep in thought.

Several minutes passed before she finally drew a deep breath and nodded firmly.

"Alright, I’ll believe you. Even if there’s a lie in it... I’ll still believe it."

Her bold declaration left Arthur speechless for a moment. A faint smile tugged at his lips, and he let out a quiet sigh.

’Truly... such heavy, unwavering love.’

Others might have called her foolish. Who would believe something so drastic would happen in just six months?

But Vanessa did. No protests. No doubts.

Her love was so pure, so steadfast, that Arthur couldn’t help but wonder...

’Had the real Aron become a fool from spilling too much blood?’

He shook the thought away and smiled in quiet satisfaction. "Thank you for your trust, Young Lady Vanessa. I promise you—everything I’ve said is true."

Vanessa gave a small nod, though a slight frown crept onto her face.

"Why do you keep calling me ’Young Lady Vanessa’? Just use my name," she said with a hint of irritation.

Arthur blinked, then chuckled softly.

"Alright... Vanessa."