"Why are you here?" Preston demanded.
"I came here for one thing and one thing only," Alex declared. "I want a Platinum Card of the Merchant Alliance. Please give me one."
"Only our VIP Customers can get the Platinum Card." Preston glared at the young man. "I'm sorry, but you're not qualified."
The Platinum Card of the Merchant Alliance was one of the most useful items in the academy.
Not only did it give a 10% discount on items sold in stores affiliated with the Merchant Alliance, but it also gave a 20% discount on some travel expenses, which was especially useful for long distance travels like airships.
As for short distance travels to the next city or town, such a card would grant its holder a 50% discount.
People with the Platinum Card were also given access to the VIP lounges that were available in every transport station, where they could rest.
