"Of course, why not!"
Hank revealed a happy expression and invited Li Ke and Sarah into a luxuriously decorated, half-open, quiet room. Not only were there all kinds of expensive sofas, tables, and chairs, but there were also all kinds of completely mechanical animal sculptures, each of which had a unique function.
For example, there was an owl beside Hank. Li Ke saw Hank gently scratch the owl's wings and a maid with a pocket watch came out and served them black tea and some exquisite pastries. However, when Li Ke sat there and crossed his legs like a noble, Mr. Hank took out a document from the maid and pushed it to Li Ke.
"Although I'm more than happy to tell you about our excellent and magical products in person, Mr. Li Ke, I'm sure that a resolute and resolute person like you would prefer a more straightforward approach, wouldn't you?"
He still maintained his smile. After Li Ke picked up the document, he picked up the black tea with a smile.
"Of course, why not?"
After replying to Mr. Hank with his own words, Li Ke looked at the document. At first glance, he narrowed his eyes and looked at Mr. Hank, who was drinking tea. Mr. Hank also gave him a kind smile.
"This is really something."
Li Ke's smile didn't vanish, but his mood instantly turned sour.
The products on the first page were slaves.
"Beautiful young ladies from Ionia. They are very pure and ignorant of worldly affairs. They have signed a lifetime service contract and are the best choice for you to build your family and increase your foundation."
Below these words was a lifelike portrait of three young girls playing musical instruments. It was obvious that they were 'hired' as employees. Beside the portrait was a series of dazzling numbers written in an artistic yet clearly recognizable font. However, it was obvious that the so-called 'hired' price matched the young ladies' looks and talents.
As well as their identities.
Daughters of nobles from Ionia. Based on Li Ke's understanding, they were probably the daughters of temple elders or village elders. Either way, they were all girls of the ruling class and received elite education from a young age.
"I didn't expect you to sell this."
Kieran asked calmly and Hank's reply was rather appropriate.
"Ensuring suitable employees for the gentlemen, as well as sufficient human resources, this is the quality that an outstanding chamber of commerce should have. Don't worry, they are all legal and civilized. They will never betray you. As for how we do it … please forgive me for not being able to tell you. After all, this is our trade secret. "
Li Ke didn't reply. He had made up his mind. Praising a slave in front of a former slave was an insult that even a Gentleman wouldn't tolerate. But now, he only looked at the item below him quietly.
A Vastaya woman with cat ears and eight pairs of cat ears, a total of 16 universal truths. Her body was covered in fur and stripes, but the price was indeed three times that of the three Ionia girls combined.
A Freldrod woman who didn't look so fierce. Her iconic white hair revealed her identity. Not only did she have a strange collar around her neck, but there was also a young boy beside her. It was also stated that she could only be sold as a package. However, what made Kieran speechless was that this beautiful Freldrod woman was actually a free gift. It was obvious that her son was the real 'product'.
Li Ke almost laughed out loud. He flipped through the pages and finally saw something that didn't excite him as much after a dozen pages. There were cannons, ordnance, various weapons with gears and mechanisms, but it could be seen that they were produced in an assembly line, and many mechanical prosthetics.
Li Ke still wasn't interested in these things. Although he was very interested in a large mechanical sword that could transform into three or four weapons, after looking at various types of ships, he didn't find anything that he needed. So, he casually handed the document to Sarah. Mr. Hank also handed over another document at the right time. In terms of thickness, it was much thicker than the previous one.
Li Ke opened the document and found that it contained more exquisite paintings and descriptions. Pieces of jewelry and all kinds of decorations appeared before him. There were even many sculptures and antiques from Shurima and Ionia. Li Ke quickly flipped through the document, then put it down in disappointment and shook his head at Mr. Hank.
"I'm sorry, Mr. Hank. Maybe I'm different from the mainstream customers you usually deal with. What I need is something more practical."
After Mr. Hank tactfully stated his request, he put on a look of realization.
"Oh! I'm sorry. Can I know something more specific? "
His expression was one of astonishment, as well as a tinge of guilt. It had to be said that, without considering this gentleman's physique and combat prowess, just his ability to receive guests, as well as his amiability, was enough for him to become a diplomatic assistant in Demacia. After all, the diplomatic assistant in Demacia only needed to speak official language and receive guests. The strict hierarchy made it impossible for them to do anything wrong. But Noxus couldn't do that, because Noxus' diplomats were usually very good at fighting. The general requirement was to be able to kill their way out of a city surrounded by enemies after declaring war. Or, when diplomatic means couldn't achieve their goal, and the assassins under them weren't very useful, they had to be able to get rid of those who were hindering their actions.
So, this gentleman definitely couldn't be a Noxus diplomat.
"It's practical. It's related to the people who need guidance. My territory is very backward, so I urgently need the light of civilization. Do you understand what I'm saying?"
Li Ke shook his head and waved his hand, showing a helpless expression. What he meant was very simple. He was referring to the most basic industrial facilities, which were the basic industries. But he didn't expect that after hearing his request, this Mr. Hank's face suddenly showed a look of fear and shock. Then, he immediately laughed unnaturally, and used the action of drinking tea to cover up his loss of composure. After a brief moment of calming himself down, he replied with an awkward tone.
"I'm sorry, sir. We can't do anything. And I think ….. "
He looked around as if he was afraid of something. Then, he lowered his voice and urgently said his answer.
"The entire City of Pi, or even the entire Zu An, I'm afraid there's nothing that can satisfy you, sir. In fact, erm ….. this isn't a business problem. "
Then it's a political problem?
Li Ke instantly thought of the rabbit that was isolated by the world, which was his hometown.
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