Chapter 265: The Slave Market
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Although the light of dawn was mostly obscured, the morning light blessing shimmered faintly, and Ryan awoke from his meditative state.
Looking out of the window, the bright O'Dullin was already crowded with pedestrians. Either way, hard work is the most basic way to change your life.
Ryan didn't return to Castle Shining Star last night, and if nothing else, he won't be going to the academy for a while. After all, it was a forbidden area for mortals, not to mention the Red Twilight, even if it was Victor himself, without the orders of the Regent and the Senate, he would never have set foot in the academy for half a step.
This is also the reason why Ryan is so bold, if he fails, he will hide back in the academy, and if he succeeds, a lot of wealth will pour into his pocket.
After checking the gear, Ryan put on his hood and quietly jumped out of the window.
As Facurrest said, Ryan and he are in a relationship, and both parties have to be honest with each other, at least, to some extent.
Strength is not something to look at, Ryan wants to get more rewards, so he must naturally make corresponding achievements.
Therefore, today's Odulin is not destined to be peaceful.
Deep in the slums, there is a mix of fish and dragons, and management is poor. Even with a sewage system as powerful as Odulin, there was still garbage everywhere, muddy water mixed with large disgusting yellow and white things, and the stench was terrible.
Everywhere there were ragged homeless men, their eyes drawn to a man swaggering in the middle of the road, their greedy eyes seemed to guess how much wealth was hidden under the pitch-black cloak?
But no one dared to offend him, dared to shuttle alone in the chaotic ghetto, either because he had a bad brain, or that man had enough confidence in his own strength.
Clearly, Ryan is the latter.
Ignoring the scavengers' gaze, the half-elf slowly pushed open the door to an inconspicuous room.
The noisy sound came to his face in an instant, and the huge contrast made Ryan frown slightly, and then raised his feet and walked in.
As soon as he left the range of the door, the latter suddenly slammed shut, and suddenly stopped in front of him with a tall figure: "The Heavenly King covers the Tiger ...... Earth."
Poof!
Before he finished speaking, a silver light flashed, and with a slight sound of flesh tearing, a straight line of blood appeared on the strong man's neck.
It wasn't too late for Ryan to reach out and cut the blood that burst out of the major artery. However, under the control of the mage's hand, not a single drop fell on him.
Grabbing the dead guard by the collar, Ryan carefully placed him in his place, blood streaming down the drain and quickly pooling on the ground. However, with the silent apparition in effect, everything returned to its original state.
And Ryan has already gone to the depths.
Ahead, shirtless men gathered around various tables, red-faced and angry, and from time to time there was a big fight, but they were soon subdued and taken away by the guards who were hiding on the side.
The smell of sweat fills the air, and the choking smell of tobacco renders the room as if it were a layer of mist, making it difficult to see deeper.
That's right, it's a casino, and it's the messiest casino in Auddurin.
But at the same time, it's more than just a casino.
Compared to those who are in full swing and squander their hard-earned money, from time to time you can see one or two calm-faced and well-dressed people in the corner, and they don't fit in with the atmosphere here.
Of course, so did Ryan.
"Brother, do you want to buy meat?" A sharp-eyed guard spotted Ryan wandering in the crowd and immediately crept up to his side.
"If you don't buy it, do you have rat skins?" The corners of his mouth rose slightly, and Ryan turned around and said inexplicably.
"Of course, this way, please." The guard's vigilant expression also relaxed, and after signaling to Ryan, he took the lead and walked to the corner.
Casinos are not completely black industries, as long as there is a little bit of power people can participate, but as a neutral commercial city willing to accept most races, the most intolerable thing is human trafficking.
Attention, not 'slaves'.
There were not many wars going on around the Fallen Star Sea, and the profits and sources of the slave trade were greatly reduced, so some frenzied slave owners turned their attention to the non-slave population.
No lord, regardless of the size of the territory, would not be happy to see his people disappear for no apparent reason, the impact of labor loss is self-evident, and more seriously, some rare talents are also trafficked.
This is a serious offense to the lord's bottom line, even the evil race will not tolerate this kind of behavior, and Odurin naturally spares no effort to crack down on this kind of trade. Unfortunately, as a neutral territory, a variety of ethnic groups can appear here, so human trafficking is not uncommon in Sambia.
Compared to the audacity of Red Twilight, the Syndicate did not want to take over this kind of industry that was hated by O'Dullin, after all, they were the local organization of Sambia, and once they were completely regarded as a thorn in the side of O'Dullin, it was likely to attract the entire army of Sambia to eliminate themselves.
No matter how powerful the syndicate is, it can't be compared with the state apparatus, and if it really develops to such an end, it will never be what the Duke wants to see.
Therefore, his first target for Ryan was the slave market, which was hidden by casinos.
The narrow, dimly lit steps went straight down, and Ryan could faintly hear the mournful wails and the sound of the whip tearing flesh through the flesh, which made people shudder.
The basement seems to be connected to the sewers, not only to facilitate the secret transportation of slaves, but also to allow customers to go wherever they want to go in Odurin through the sewers.
And I heard that after the transaction is successful, the shipping service is free?
The corners of his mouth curled into a cold arc, and Ryan followed the guard into an inconspicuous narrow passage.
Soon, Ryan's vision finally brightened, but by now his attention had already been elsewhere.
Although it is not tall enough, if you don't look at the supporting columns, the whole space is comparable to a football field, and there is no end in sight due to the countless iron cages.
That's right, the iron cages, countless iron cages cover the surroundings, like building a labyrinth, and the intricate roads can easily make people dizzy.
Humans, dwarves, orcs, including a large number of bound beasts, although not all the iron cages were filled, at a glance, at least half of them.
They were ragged, most of them covered in scars, but at least they looked healthy. The only thing that puzzles me is that most of the slaves here are men, and occasionally women appear, and if you don't look at the breasts and lower body, they are no different from the others.
Judging by their bland gaze, it is clear that these people are authentic slaves.
"I'm so disappointed, you can handle this kind of goods?" Ryan's face was visibly dissatisfied, as if he was about to turn away the next moment.
"Don't worry, I don't know what kind of goods the adults want?" The guard was startled and hurriedly blocked Ryan's face.
A hint of lewdness appeared in his eyes, and Ryan showed an expression that all men understand: "Since ancient times, elves have produced beautiful women, and Odurin is not far from the valley, I don't know you?" ”
"My lord, you're really embarrassed for me......"
Throwing down a gold coin casually, Ryan said domineeringly, "What? Look down on Lao Tzu?! ”
With his eyes lit up, the guard quickly picked up the gold coin, and then continued to lead Ryan as if nothing had happened: "My lord, please come here!"