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Section 13 Slave Market

The two of them stared at each other like black-eyed chickens, and then they were reluctant to stop their emotions. Wan Renming said first: "Mr. Li, I didn't expect you to have no residence in the imperial capital? Alas, if I had known I would have given you a place. I don't have any servants yet. Why would you choose a few in my mansion?"

This old man was very enthusiastic, obviously he received the latest news that Wu Feng was promoted to the title, but Gong Renquan did not react slowly: "Mr. Li, since this imperial capital has an oath house given to you by His Majesty the Emperor, I dare not argue. However, my brother said that the house on the Fuqin River in the center of Gusu Prefecture is a place to rest when you have time to travel to Jiangnan. In the past two years, the business of the Jinling Money House was so prosperous. Now the business of the Jinling Branch of the four northwest governments is booming every day. My brother has long wanted to visit you, but he has been plaguing with trivial matters. So I have to go to congratulate you." The Fuqin River is a famous scenic spot in Gusu Prefecture. Most of the famous families in Jiangnan have built vacation villas here.

Seeing that Gong Renquan refused to give in and even intended to suppress himself, Wan Renming was even more angry, "Hmph, now Lord Li has just returned to the imperial capital, and his holy family is in full bloom. How can I have time to go to that deserted village? If Lord Li doesn't dislike it, I have a mansion on Xihe Street, although it is not as spacious as His Majesty the Emperor gave him, it is quiet. Why don't you live there first? What do you think?" Xihe Street is also a famous wealthy family settlement area in the southern part of the imperial capital. It is said that every inch of land is valuable. Wan Renming's investment is unwilling to be reluctant to leave.

Seeing that the two were about to quarrel again, Wufeng had to stop and make a decision: "Two, do you think this is OK? I only want to buy two slaves today. Let's talk about other things later, okay?"

Seeing Wufeng's face unhesitating, the two finally stopped the quarrel and stopped talking.

Wufeng has completely lost his interest in visiting the slave market. With these two people in front of him, I am afraid that he will be quiet. He thought for a moment and said, "You two will invite you back first. I have just returned to the imperial capital today, and there are still many private affairs to be handled urgently. I also know the purpose of the two. However, the Northern Luzon has entered the empire and I have only stayed there for less than a month. Many situations have not yet been clarified, so there is no new policy. However, I assure you that Northern Luzon must be developed and constructed, and financial institutions are also needed to support it. I think there will be news from the Northern Luzon side in two days. Since you are so enthusiastic, I should consider it. How about I invite you again at that time?"

The two of them waited for Wufeng to finish speaking, and a stone finally fell in their hearts.

Northern Luzon is rich in resources and rich in resources, especially local specialties, but its economy is relatively backward. Once the empire takes over, it will inevitably set off a frenzy of development and construction, and merchants will also flock to it. If they can seize the initiative, the profits they get are definitely not a small amount. At this time, they will get a promise from the new governor of the Northern Luzon region of the empire, it will be like taking a insurance rope and feeling much more at ease. When the time of the waterworks in the next period will be spent, this news may spread throughout the upper class of the imperial capital tonight. There are definitely many people who want to make this idea, but I have already taken the lead, so I feel much more calm.

The two exchanged glances, knowing that Tu Zeng Wufeng was unhappy when he stayed, and were worried that he would leave the other party and stay. In the end, Gong Renquan said: "Since that is the case, Boss Wan and I will not disturb you, Lord, but tomorrow morning, we must visit the mansion."

Wan Renming also quickly answered the conversation, fearing that he would fall behind: "Yes, yes, you are busy with your journey and your business is busy. Brother Gong and I will not delay you. You must give me and Brother Gong and I a thin person tomorrow at noon and let us welcome you."

Gong Renquan nodded repeatedly, and in a blink of an eye, the two formed an alliance to invite Wufeng.

Seeing that the two of them were looking at him, they knew that if they didn't agree, they probably didn't know how long they would be tortured by these two people. They had to reluctantly accept the invitation, and the two left happily.

After driving away the two of them, Wufeng breathed a sigh of relief and finally calmed down. But who will lead the way for him? Just as he was in trouble, a crisp voice came from the side: "Sir, do you need me to serve you?"

Wufeng turned his head and saw a little boy asking shyly three meters away from him. Because the guards were protecting Wufeng in wings, it was difficult for the little boy to get close, so he had to stay a few meters away.

"Wow, what can you do for me?" Wufeng asked with a smile when he was very interesting.

"I think you don't seem to be familiar with this place. You must need a guide to guide you. Do you think?" The little boy is only eleven or twelve years old, with fair skin, sea blue eyes, and black hair. It can be seen that he is a mixed-race boy.

The imperial capital has a population of more than five million, with ethnic groups and races from all over the mainland, and the number of white people is quite large. At that time, when the Tanghe Empire was established, two of the five major families that helped the Situ family to conquer the country were white.

Seeing that Wufeng was kind, the boy became bolder.

"Well, I need a guide, but can you do it?" Wufeng replied with a smile.

"You underestimate me too much. My little Willy grew up in the imperial capital since I was a child. I am not familiar with the streets and alleys in the imperial capital? I don't know what major events happen every day in the imperial capital? Sir, it is definitely a wise choice for you to hire me!" The little boy's face turned red, obviously a little excited.

"Oh, your name is Willy?" Wufeng asked with a smile.

"Well, my name is Willy Brooke. Have you promised to hire me?" the little boy asked excitedly.

"Well, then how do you calculate your salary?" Wufeng thought the little boy was quite cute. Qin Gu and the other girls beside him also thought the little boy was quite likeable. They all looked at Wufeng with a smile, hoping that he could agree.

"Sir, I think you are all from other places. You probably have to stay in the imperial capital for a while. You only need to pay me one silver coin every day. If you hire me for a month, then paying me two gold coins and five silver coins is enough." The little boy looked eager, which made people unbearable to refuse.

He smiled and nodded, Wufeng said, "Okay, I'll hire you, three gold coins a month, but you have to do it well. If I'm not satisfied, I can fire you at any time."

"Sir, don't worry, you are satisfied." The little boy jumped up with joy.

"Then let's go. You lead the way and take us around the market to see if there are any suitable ones. I want to buy a few slaves as servants." Wufeng signaled Song Tianxiong next to him to take the little boy. Song Tianxiong gently stretched out his ape's arms and lifted the little boy onto the horse.

The little boy was surprised and happy, and touched the mane of the horse beneath him enviously, "Sir, what do I call you?"

"You call Duke Lord." Song Tianxiong continued the conversation. The news that Wufeng was promoted to Duke and served as the governor of the Northern Luzon region made the group very happy. Qin Shuangying, Gu Yunxia and Gu Dengyun were secretly happy. How could they be unhappy when they thought that their respective sects could expand their power?

The little boy's face changed and he quickly looked around, "Sir, this noble name is not fake. If it is discovered by someone, it is a crime of beheading."

"Haha, who needs to pretend? You little guy is really interesting. Lord Li is a dignified first-class duke of the empire, so he needs to pretend?" Song Tianxiong smiled, urging the horse forward.

The little boy looked up and down Wufeng with suspicious eyes. Wufeng had already changed into court clothes and was dressed in casual clothes. He couldn't see anything unusual, but when he saw that Song Tianxiong was not talking like a joke, he had to nod.

"Why don't you know what kind of slave you want to buy?" This little guy seemed to be very familiar with this slave.

"Oh? Is there anything else to pay attention to?" Wu Feng asked with a smile.

"That's of course. If you want to buy slaves who do stupid physical work, you must get the Fei business there to buy it. Uncle Fei has a good relationship with the officials in Guanxi. The strong and strong man Gao Yue, who is often sold here, is fair. If you want to buy some slaves who are literate and understand the rules, you have to go to the southern merchants there. Most of the slaves there are from the Wuhu area in Jiangnan, but the price is more expensive." Little Willie said with great confidence.

"What else?" Wufeng still wanted to test him.

"There is also the Sihai Tower in the east. The female slaves there are particularly famous. Whether it is white people from the Chinese and Western continents, yellow people from the Jiangnan, or mixed-race slaves, there are all there, and they are all beautiful and charming. Many wealthy families and brothels in the imperial capital like to choose here. However, the price here is not affordable for ordinary people. There is also the Gongpingfang in the west, which is the largest in the imperial capital. It is handled by the imperial government. All the families of officials who commit crimes and imprisonment are dealt with here. The slaves inside are often traded here. The slaves inside are complex, the quality is uneven, and the prices are also different. If you encounter an opportunity, you can buy high-quality slaves with just a small amount of money." Little Willie intends to show off his understanding, and speaks happily.

Wufeng didn't speak for a long time, and he was tempted. Dilena was probably sold to a brothel here. If she hadn't met herself, her fate might still be desolate. Although this system is quite disgusting, its existence must have its own reason. Didn't she completely abolish this ugly phenomenon in the northwest and even in the Northern Luzon? Not only was it not abolished, but it also had to provide appropriate protection for it. It's really funny.

Seeing that Wufeng didn't say anything, the little guy was tactful and didn't continue talking. The group was wandering around the market silently. After a while, Wufeng took back his thoughts.

"Oh, I just want to buy a few servants in my house, such as looking at the door, serving tea and water, cleaning and other chores, and also want to buy a few maids, so those who can read books can better understand literacy." Wufeng said his request.

"That's not simple, then go to the Southern Store, where the supply is sufficient and the price is fair." Little Willy suggested.

The group went straight to the depths of the market under the leadership of Little Willie. The little guy seemed to know the old horse. He walked in front of a business that seemed not very eye-catching. However, the door posts of the business looked a little old, showing the long history of the business.

"Oh, it's Little Willy, it's been a long time since we saw the little boy bringing in a few buyers, and the servants who were receiving at the door greeted the little boy enthusiastically.

"Brother Zhang, go and call your shopkeepers. Today, these are all nobles with status." The little boy looked familiar with this place and seemed very casual, but he still didn't dare to say that Wufeng's identity was a duke, but he just vaguely said that he was a noble person. Because he really couldn't believe that Wufeng's age would have the title of duke. If he was a count and viscount, no one would believe that he was a duke. He didn't want to lose a chance to make money because of this.
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