Chapter 334: Value

I pulled out a cigarette and leisurely took a drag.

Ophelia glanced from me to the man attempting to extort money.

At that moment, it was clear she wished for my assistance in resolving the situation. However, she seemed unsure of how to articulate her request.

Observing her, I suddenly asked, “Do you recall the day we discussed the notion of fairness?”

Ophelia nodded in confusion, not fully grasping my meaning.

“Keep in mind that your theoretical framework is utterly unviable in this world. There exists no such thing as fairness here. Everyone jostles for personal advantage, and the sole objective is to maximize profit. Just like now…”

I noticed Ophelia’s capacity for comprehension appeared quite robust.

She nodded and countered, “Then what should I do now?”

“The solution is straightforward: resolve it through force!”