The slave master leader didn't immediately agree to Shao Xuan's request. Instead, he carefully studied the short, thin, sickly, and weak old slave. He really couldn't find anything special about this slave.
As the largest slave organization, the slave masters in the organization all had a pair of good eyes. They could see which kind of slave could be sold for a high price and which kind of slave was useless. This was especially true for those with high positions. Of course, their eyesight was better. However, as a leader, he had sold more slaves than a tribe. Yet, he couldn't see anything special about this slave in front of him. There were so many slaves being escorted this time, and more than half of them were healthy and fit to be coolies. Why did this Flaming Horn tribe member choose an old slave who didn't look special?
"Do you know him?" the slave master leader asked.
"An old acquaintance." Shao Xuan didn't deny it.
The slave master leader looked suspiciously at Shao Xuan and then at the slave. Indeed, many people bought people they knew, but it didn't feel right when it came to a Yanjiao. Even if they did know each other, this "old acquaintance" was definitely not a friendly relationship. Enemy?
No matter how much he thought about it, he still couldn't figure out the strangeness of it. However, the leader still agreed. They were professional slave traders among the slave owners. Buying and selling slaves was their primary task. Since someone wanted to buy slaves, he would sell them. However, the price was a little higher.
Mu Fa walked over and haggled with the other side. He had been to Chao Qiu City many times and knew the slave trade well. He knew very well what kind of slaves were worth.
In the end, Shao Xuan bought the slave with a water moon stone that wasn't very bright.
After the deal was done, the slave master leader took off a palm-sized, animal fang-shaped metal object from his neck.
This object was called Xi (xi), and it was a tool used to untie knots.
When there were no metal locks, knots were simple, convenient, and low-cost locks. Even after wooden and stone locks appeared, knots were still the mainstream. Sometimes, for the sake of the safety of property, knots would be made into complicated, dead knots. Some knots could produce the effect of nine rings. Without the help of tools, it would take at least half a day to untie them. However, with a tool like the Pyrolyte, it could be untied in two breaths of time.
If the knot was the earliest lock, then Pi was the earliest key.
In the past, slave owners would always carry the Yu with them. At the same time, it was to tell others that they had slaves!
Sometimes a person would wear several types of buttocks at the same time, just like the buttocks worn by the slave owners who were escorting the slaves. Some were short and thick, some were slender, some were straight, some were more curved, some were simple, some were more complex, and there were even many hollow patterns.
Shao Xuan was quite familiar with knots, so he could tell at a glance that there were nearly a hundred knots on the ropes that bound the slaves in front of him. Shao Xuan had never seen more than half of the knots before. Although some of the knots looked simple, Shao Xuan knew that they were not easy to untie.
It was truly amazing.
Different shapes are used to untie different types of knots. Wearing too many buttocks would naturally give people the impression that "I have more slaves, so I need more buttocks".
Slaves were also a kind of wealth. This behavior of the slave owners was also a display of wealth.
As the craftsmen's imagination ran wild, new ideas appeared one after another. Some more complex and sturdy locks were born, but they were difficult to make, expensive, and very expensive. The nobles who had the means to use metal locks realized the benefits of these new locks, and gradually reduced the frequency of using knots. The more gorgeous metal locks, in addition to being useful, could also be used to decorate the facade, showing the nobility of the slave owners, and were very popular among the nobles.
With sturdy locks as a substitute, the knots in daily life no longer needed to be tied. Thus, the buttocks used to untie the ropes were gradually used less, but they did not disappear. Nowadays, the Pyrolyte continued to be passed down, but its function continued to fade, and it was developed in the direction of accessories.
The nobles continued their habit of showing off — wearing the Pyrolyte to show their noble status as slave owners. Since the Pyrolyte was no longer used to untie the ropes, it did not need to be so sturdy and durable. The Pyrolyte made of beautiful gems was a good accessory, and it was more impressive. Some female slave owners would also use it to fix their hair as hair accessories. The Pyrolyte's production leaned more towards the gorgeous appearance, and not the functional practicality.
Therefore, many slave owners still had the tradition of wearing the Pyrolyte, but the people who wore the Pyrolyte might not really use it to untie the ropes.
However, there was a special group among the slave owners.
The people of the "Pyrolyte" organization had always been fond of the Pyrolyte. The Pyrolyte they wore was still used to untie the ropes. When escorting slaves, they mostly used the ropes, and the ropes were also specially treated to be more sturdy.
The people of the Pyrolyte were good at making knots. If they did not use tools, it would be very difficult to untie the ropes. Of course, if they used a hard and sharp weapon to cut the ropes, they would naturally be able to cut the ropes. However, who would risk offending the "Pyrolyte" organization by snatching their slaves?
Most of the slaves who tried their best to break the ropes and escape would still be found by the "Pyrolyte" organization through various means and punished in a more cruel way. Some of them were sold as food to the cannibal tribes after being squeezed dry of their labor.
Very few slaves who fell into the hands of the Pyrolyte could escape safely.
The leader of the slave owners used a machete-like Pyrolyte to untie a knot that was connected to the slave team. He held the untied rope and handed it to Shao Xuan. The other end of the rope was tied to the old slave.
"This slave is yours."
The other slave owners who were escorting the slaves were full of joy when they saw that the deal had been made. They felt that this deal was worth it. They had made a lot of money. Water moon stones were rare here. They could also be used for illumination and were more valuable than ordinary gems. An old slave who did not have much labor in exchange for such a gem was not bad.
However, the leader of the slave owners did not have much joy on his face. Instead, he became more and more puzzled. He did not regret making this deal. Whether it was a loss or a gain, he would admit it himself. However, there was still a strange feeling in his heart. When he left, he looked back at the old slave with a crooked back several times. Unfortunately, he still could not see anything.
When the slave team left and went far away and could not be seen, Shao Xuan looked at the old slave who was standing there with his head down.
"Still pretending? Do you think I don't know who you are? "
The others were even more curious by Shao Xuan's words. They looked left and right. They had never seen this person before.
"I … I don't know … what are you talking about." The old slave's hoarse voice trembled as he spoke in a native dialect. Even the Longboat tribe who came here had already learned the local dialect, but they were not as good as him.
Guigou and the others were even more puzzled. Who was this? Could it be that Shao Xuan knew him when he came here? They had been on the other side all this time so they definitely did not know this person.
While thinking, Guigou heard Shao Xuan say, "Stop pretending, Robber Seven."
Robber Seven?!!
Thousands of pairs of knife-like eyes swept over.
The Yanjiao people's view of "robbers" was as disgusting as feces. Ever since they knew that "robbers" came here, the Yanjiao people were excited and gloating. Now, they actually saw "robbers" again! What an old acquaintance!
Years ago, Robber Seven went to Yanjiao's farm to steal cabbages and was caught. Shao Xuan beat him down. Later, this person teamed up with other robbers to steal the green-faced fanged beast but was chased by Shao Xuan. In the end, he could only whistle for reinforcements while being demoted. Now, they met again.
Knowing that he could not hide, Robber Seven's face contorted.
Previously, when he was in the group escorting the slaves, he thought that he was a genius. Once he got into Chao Qiu City, he would find a chance to escape and piss off the Bi people. La la la la ~
The victory song of the "robbers" kept repeating in his heart. Robber Seven was very pleased with himself. However, before he even got to Chao Qiu City, he met Shao Xuan, his nemesis. He had already put on a disguise, but Shao Xuan still recognized him!
Every time he met a Yanjiao person, nothing good happened!
Robber Seven felt that he was so unlucky because he did not pay respects to his ancestors before this operation.
Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, the old slave, who was originally weather-beaten, dispirited, and weak, gradually began to change. He was no longer stooped, his back straightened, and his shriveled body bulged like an inflated balloon. There was also a burst of creaking sounds of bones dislocating.
Guigou and the others looked at the slave with surprise, confusion, and then anger. At the same time, they all thought, "F * ck, it really is him!"
"Robber Seven!"
The Yanjiao people stretched their shoulders and surrounded Robber Seven in the middle. They laughed coldly and their eyes seemed to say, "See if I don't beat you to death!"
Robber Seven seemed to be frightened. He stood there in a daze, his eyes glazed over. However, Shao Xuan knew that this guy must be thinking of a way to escape.
Looking at the surrounding terrain, Shao Xuan confirmed that it would be difficult for Robber Seven to escape. He asked again, "Tell me, what did you steal this time?"
"Thieves" wouldn't hide after stealing. Others were afraid of being found out, but they were afraid that others wouldn't know. They would even show off. The more precious an item was, the crazier they would show it off. They wanted to let everyone know about it.
However, Robber Seven might not tell the truth in order to protect his gains.
As expected, Robber Seven did not respond to Shao Xuan's question.
Shao Xuan did not rush him either. He said, "We will be going to the Royal City this time. At the same time, we will bring a message."
Robber Seven lowered his head and did not move. However, Shao Xuan knew that he was listening. He continued, "We will tell the people of the Royal City that Robber Seven used all his effort to steal the underpants of Chao Wen, the Lord of Chao Qiu City."
Robber Seven raised his head and looked at Shao Xuan, "This is an insult to my robbing skills!" Not to mention Chao Wen's underpants, he could easily steal the underpants of the people in the Royal City's palace! This kind of low-level method was something that only newbies would do. Why would Robber Seven do it?! He was going to be the head of the robbers!
The Royal City was filled with large caravans and traveling teams. This kind of entertainment news would probably spread like wildfire. Perhaps, some people who had already been harmed by the robbers would enthusiastically announce Robber Seven's "gains" and add some extra information to make the news more interesting.
Obviously, Robber Seven had thought of many things.
"Heh, you think people will believe you?" Robber Seven looked nonchalant.
"You can try," Shao Xuan said calmly.
Robber Seven did not say anything. If the Yanjiao people threatened him with violence, he would have made up all kinds of lies to deceive the Yanjiao people. However, Shao Xuan mentioned this, it was a matter of reputation. This was simply pouring dirty water on his reputation!
Moreover, these words were not that damaging if it was said by others. However, since it was said by the Yanjiao people, Robber Seven had to be more careful. He was afraid that the Yanjiao people would slander him even more. He was preparing to increase his ranking, he did not want to be affected by this.
After thinking for a while, Robber Seven said listlessly, "Ah. It's a Ah. The Bi people call it the 'Leader's Bone Lock'. "
Robber Seven could not help but feel proud. He had stolen it from the leader of the Bi group. He planned to use it to increase his ranking in the "robbers".
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