Unmasking Mrs. Newton's Secret Identities novel Chapter 870

Jenson shamelessly clung to Helen's side, asserting, "Yes, she spoils me. So what? If you don't, someone else will. It's none of your business! From this moment forward, I declare myself Helen's sworn brother. I wish to sever all ties with you!"

Chandler shot Jenson a scornful look and muttered, "Ungrateful brat."

With that, he angrily retreated to his room.

Night fell swiftly.

Soon, Helen and the others boarded a vehicle headed for the black market, following the directions on their tickets to the venue.

It was situated in a remote suburban area, with no residents living within nearly a hundred miles around. This made it an ideal choice for the black market's location.

As Helen and the others exited the vehicle, they were met with a bustling commercial street that mirrored a lively marketplace.

The entire black market had the ambiance of historic streets, yet it was lit with modern technology, creating an atmosphere reminiscent of a vintage commercial district.

At first glance, it seemed vibrant and lively. Nonetheless, everyone knew this was a place where anything could be traded—whether as small as a needle or as abstract as influence.

Transactions here were certainly far from straightforward exchanges of money for goods.

Having checked in at the entrance, Helen and the others proceeded through the bustling market.

The outer perimeter was lined with vendors selling smuggled everyday items.

These merchants imported low-cost goods from abroad, anticipating affluent buyers who would purchase them in bulk at marked-up prices. Acting as middlemen, they profited from these margins.

Once acquired, buyers would repackage the goods at a minimal cost and label them with obscure foreign descriptions.

They would then resell these items at a markup of ten to twenty times the original price, aiming for substantial profits.

The black market proved to be a lucrative hub for individuals driven by profit, attracting a flood of eager newcomers hoping to strike it rich.

"Helly," Chandler suddenly called out, "I need to buy something over there. Please stay here and keep walking straight. And remember to go slowly. Wait for me to return, okay?"

"Don't worry about me. Go ahead," Helen assured him.

With that, Chandler and Carles departed.

Upon arriving earlier, Shawn had already set his sights on the herb market. With Chandler no longer around, he quickly made his way to a nearby stall specializing in herbs.

Helen was now left with Ambrose and Jenson.

The trio wandered casually, displaying little interest in making any purchases. As they turned a corner, a burly man suddenly emerged, glaring fiercely at them.

"Do you want a new face?"