Chapter 57: The First Step
As an oriental-style imported goods store, the address of this merchant house is not difficult to find. So Barre made it the last leg of his errand mission. After all the mail delivery commissions undertaken by his family were all dealt with, he came here with a tired pace and a full of joy after completing the task.
Looking at the black and gold plaque hanging high in front of him and in front of the door, Barrett's head seemed to have a band beating gongs and drums. The phrase 'sail home', a group of four Karatu lingua franca, seems grammatically unsatisfactory to Barrett.
Originally, after hearing the Earl's story in the city of Poitou, Barrett thought that there was something wrong with the other party's slip of the tongue to obtain the message. In his mind's eye, the correct name should be 'Sail House'.
But the cruel reality once again told Barrett what the world is so big, don't judge it by your own past experience. At the same time, such a thought suddenly appeared in Barrett's mind: "The owner of this store must be bullying the locals for not being able to read Caratu!" ”
The beams and columns of the all-wooden zuò are completely covered with red lacquer, and the walls are made of blue bricks. It is accompanied by alchemy paper-covered windows and a roof covered with glazed tiles. Just from the outside, the 'sail house' in front of you is a very rare Karatu style building.
It brought back some memories in Barrett's mind that were worth savoring. As he stepped through the door, he stepped on the elastic pine floor, and the characteristic "crunch" sound on the floor gave Barrett a unique feeling of pores gradually loosening, although the sound became continuous and even irritating in the busy situation of busy business. However, in this kind of luxury store that has not been open for three years and has been open for three years, it can be used as a unique means of attracting people......
And with that comes a unique scent in the air. During his immersion, Barrett felt like he had just soaked in a sauna. The original exhaustion of the body was cleared. The whole person feels more energetic.
From these two points, it can be seen that the store has put great care into the interior layout. The smell in front of you requires a special combination of spices and a lot of spices. In order to achieve a certain amount of relaxation in the spirit of the visitor, but not feel lazy and greasy.
In terms of difficulty, it's not as simple as making a spice packet. It needs to be proportioned according to the smell and the characteristics of the spice itself, to determine which spices in the store can be exposed and which must be sealed and preserved. Combined with special ventilation and lighting, it is possible to create such an overall atmosphere.
Barrett, who felt this qiē, felt as if he had been exposed to a similar atmosphere before, and he couldn't help but blurt out: "This smell seems to be 'Cheering Anqiong'!" ”
"Gentlemen, have you been to our family's ancestral shop before? Then you should be a visitor from the kingdom of Norhan. This voice came from behind a teak counter. However, the two security guards who stood on either side of the gate like door gods did not even show the slightest change in their facial expressions at this time, as if nothing could cause their emotions to fluctuate.
From the moment he saw the exotic shop, Barrett's instinct was to tell himself that something seemed to be wrong. Seeing the actions of the two security guards deepened his suspicions in this regard: 'Could it be the family's secret intelligence station?' Or is it another organization that is in a collaborative role? Forget it, I don't want it, anyway, this has nothing to do with me for the time being......
Of course, the strange feeling in Barrett's eyes is imperceptible to most Aborigines and players. Even a few people who are a little unusual now think that this is the unique style of this exotic shop!
After quietly suppressing his thoughts, Barrett began to take a closer look at the store's furnishings. On the table in the center of the store are pieces of intricately patterned blue and white or bean-colored porcelain.
Although these items can be found in many luxury stores. But what makes it different here is that the precious porcelain is not left empty. The dishes were filled with cloves, cardamom, nutmeg, black and white pepper, turmeric, saffron, and other precious spices that Barrett couldn't name.
In the glass window to the south of the porcelain, there are brightly colored tapestry paintings. On the weapon rack in the north, in addition to the Xida 6, which is already considered a common Taidao, Yetaidao, and Jiuhuan Knife, there are also chicken knife sickles, Emei thorns, and hook sickle swords, which are rare in Dongda 6.
On the white bone china plates on the east side, the small gold bricks are as dazzling as the winter sun. But when he thinks of the pù furnishings in this shop, Barrett understands that it will never be a real nugget - it is too cheesy to suit the atmosphere of this shop at all, and their storage will only make the other items of this foreign store cheaper.
After closer inspection, Barrett showed some clues on the 'gold nugget', and the slightest undetectable crease made Barrett sure that what he was looking at was a piece of tea brick cut to the size of his thumb and wrapped in gold leaf.
"Young sir, you seem to be interested in the new black tea in our shop! I can proudly say that the quality of our 'sail home' in terms of tea is by no means worse than that of the head office. The middle-aged man behind the counter had already stepped to Barrett's side at this time. The hands that had been in their sleeves were now carefully pinching a tea brick and placing it in Barrett's eyes for him to look at - it felt like admiring a work of art, in terms of price, of course. In Repulse City, these tea bricks can also be called an alternative 'work of art'.
"Forget it! I still like unfermented green tea, and I'm not interested in this fermented tea. Barrett shook his head and took two steps back, then turned his gaze to the source of the voice beside him.
Barrett's eyes were a slightly flattened face, a somewhat collapsed nose under the eyes of the phoenix, and a mustache that made up a typical oriental appearance - I wonder if the owner intended to show customers this. Are the imported goods sold by this Oriental real thing?
The oriental man in front of him looked at Barrett and said, "Unleavened green tea? It's a drink other than the elves on the island. On the Big 6, it seems that only the Boreham family has a hobby in this area. ”
"I seem to be quite familiar with this aspect. I guess you're the owner of this shop, right? Barrett, who turned to face him, said politely.
"That's right! I am the main owner and direct operator of this 'sail house'. You can call me Smith. King. The Oriental man arched his hand at Barrett as he spoke.
Barrett, who has some understanding of this kind of oriental etiquette, also immediately gave his own return gift: "Mr. Wang, I just came to Repulse City to do business this time. At the same time, I was entrusted by someone to bring you a package by the way. ”
Barrett then took out a package from the large backpack he was carrying from a package he had obtained at Boreham Castle. Don't look at the size of this square-shaped item tightly wrapped with waterproof oil in your hand, it doesn't seem to be big, only those who carry it know that this thing still has a lot of weight.
On the way to piggyback on the way, Barrett was still very interested in what was wrapped under the tarp. However, out of respect for his client, he suppressed the desire in his heart. Resist the urge to untie the knot in the package.
After seeing the items in Barrett's hand, Smith. Wang's expression changed slightly, and he said with a wry smile: "I didn't expect that gentleman to remember a little person like me." ”
Smith, who then took the package. Wang turned around and walked to the counter, and at the same time this voice was heard: "Although I know that you must have been paid for piggybacking on the goods from that big man, since I have arrived at the store, I, the landlord, cannot say nothing. Say what you like! I'll give you a 20% discount. ”
'Twenty percent off? You still make a lot of money with a 20% discount in this kind of luxury store, okay? Don't think I'm young and haven't seen the world! Barrett immediately thought of the Smith in front of him. Mr. Wang was included in the group of profiteers. However, on the surface, he still had to show that he was in a good mood: "I'm very happy that you can provide such a discount!" But I don't have any imported items I want to buy right now! ”
As he spoke, Barrett immediately shifted his gaze to the shelves in the store. Mr. Wang then launched a fierce sales offensive against himself. As his gaze roamed over the shelves, a folding fan came into Barrett's line of sight. Because it's Claymatis. The one in Both's hand was very similar, and it seemed that the eldest lady had been slaughtered here.
After seeing Barrett's expression, Smith. The king knew that his previous actions were completely flattering to the blind man, but as a qualified profiteer, he did not give up these two words in his dictionary. "Oh! Look like you've come to Repulse City looking for a job opportunity! Do you want me to introduce you to a suitable one? My fees for this are very fair! ”
Faced with someone's enthusiasm, Barrett waved his hand in embarrassment: "Forget it, sir!" I appreciate your kindness. However, I have now signed an employment contract. It's either tomorrow or the day after tomorrow with your employer. ”
"How can you sign a contract in such a hurry! You don't know! There are more and more scammers in Repulse City, and outsiders like you can easily fall for them. "Smith. The king immediately put on a bitter face and began to preach to Barrett. It seems to want to make him change his mind.
I always felt the urge to punch people! In this profiteer's eyesight, am I really so much like a wronged man? The resentful Barrett wanted to turn around and leave, but knowing that he might have to return to Repulse City next, he didn't want to get into trouble with the snake in front of him.
Imported goods stores are not something that anyone can open if they want to, and this kind of lucrative business is not easy to get the rich to trust in the quality of the goods.
So this Smith in front of me. Shopkeeper Wang, Barrett can not be offended, and it is best to be able to make a good impression on him. Who knows if Barrett will have something to ask him for in the future!
In the difficult season of Barrett, who is not good at toughness, his eyes rolled, and then he said: "My current employer is Mr. Wang, your customer. Like that kind of fan, she also has one in her hand! I think that a rich person who can spend money to enjoy that kind of pleasure should not pay attention to the head of a poor bastard like me! ”
"Poor bastard? I don't think you're a poor bastard! The light is the cuirass you wear. It's enough to buy a decent property in the wealthy area of Repulse City. "Smith. Wang said as he took out a pipe from under the counter. "But she's in your words. I'm a little impressed! It seems to be a servant of Her Royal Highness, the goddess of wealth! It seems that the women who have bought that kind of fan have also been there in the past six months. If that's the one, you shouldn't be too miserable after signing the contract. His Highness's priest still had to follow the rules on the surface, although only on the surface. ”
It's like capital comes into the world, dripping with blood and filth from head to toe, every pore. Trade and the accumulation of wealth are sometimes inseparable from dirty means, so it becomes difficult to define the good and evil of the members of the church.
Although the Church of Wealth and Commerce on the table seems to disdain the use of rumors, monopolies, hiring bandits, etc. to manipulate trade activities. While criticizing these methods, he has always denied that his own side has committed these acts. But privately it requires pastors to use these techniques in the most secretive way possible—so that no one suspects that these actions are related to the church.
In the church, 'the ability to accumulate one's own wealth' is seen as synonymous with 'success'. Of course, the premise must be that the money is made through investment, participation in trade, etc., and not earned by improper means. As for whether there is something else hidden under the glamorous cloak of investment and participation in trade. The most important thing for them is not to let others seize the evidence!
Although I don't know this Smith in front of me. For what purpose the king said that, but Barrett still thought he meant well: "Don't worry! We're not that easily deceived. ”
"Speaking of which! You seem to be going out on an adventure. I'm not just an ordinary exotic shop! I think there are some nice things that will help you on your adventures. "Said Smith. Wang pulled out a tray from under the counter. On top of the tray were many bandaged linens.
"Sure enough, I still want to sell the goods!" I don't know how, Barrett always had a feeling of relief in his heart: "What are these things?" ”
"Some unique spices." Said Smith. Wang grabbed one of the packets, "This formula has a unique irritating effect, it can make some animals with a keen sense of smell lose their mobility for a short time. ”
"In a short time? How long. Barrett asked suspiciously. He doesn't like this kind of vague, highly uncertain words.
For Smith. The king's words struck at once at the weakness of the artifact in his hand: "This is a bit difficult to say, because it works differently on different animals. Even the same animal will have different effects due to the different individuals and the influence of the surrounding environment. But the shortest impact is no less than a minute! ”
"Forget it! I wouldn't dare use a drug that you weren't sure about. Taking advantage of this opportunity, Barrett turned around immediately, but unfortunately as soon as he made a move, his hand was blocked by Smith. The king was held back.
"Look again! Let's take a look! And that's just the first one! I have other different kinds of spice products here. "Smith. The king began his own sales pitch again.
After a lot of bombardment, Barrett left the store with a packet of potions designed to relieve fatigue and restore his body. Holding this small bag worth 2o gold coins in his hand. Barrett didn't know if it was to be bitter.
From the smell of spice that permeated the room as he entered, Barrett knew that the owner of the shop was as skilled in pharmacology and herbalism as his home in Karada. The opponent can use spices and herbs to concoct a variety of potions that do not have any effect. Barrett wasn't surprised.
Not enoughFor Barrett, their potion had a fatal flaw - the lack of trials to prove its effectiveness. The shopkeeper simply didn't have time to take every potion for a lot of verification—just like the so-called Qing Palace secret recipes and other advertisements were all fakes, without enough verification, which doctor would dare to prescribe such a prescription to the Tartar Emperor, and if something accidentally went wrong, he would die.
Compared with several other agents that interact with the external environment, or produce certain adverse effects. Barrett's choice of this pack of deodorant was the most important thing because it was used the most. Smith. The king often sold them to tracheitis, who was fond of having fun outside, to deal with the excess body odor afterwards - with this the men would not have to kneel on the ground to count the ants when they returned home.
It's a little expensive, but it's worth it for the 1oo points of family contribution. With this in mind, Barrett's originally indignant heart finally calmed down. Having completed all the family tasks, he suddenly walked a lot brisker on the way back to the old mansion of Auditore.
Claymatis. Bot is very efficient, or rather the Church of the Goddess of Wealth and Commerce is extremely efficient in Rewater. When Barrett stepped into the old house of Auditore, he saw the dancing ticket in the girl's hand.
The special alchemy paper with a four-color overprint has a row of unique numbers that effectively prevent the appearance of counterfeit tickets - of course, this does not mean that no one can copy this kind of ticket, but the cost of making a fake ticket is greater than buying a real ticket.
So that no one goes back to do such a loss-making deal unless it is for some special purpose. As long as the owner of the ship in charge of the operation of the route does not suffer any loss as a result, the rest of the matter is not in the consideration of the ticket seller.
Early the next morning, players who had already prepared for the game carried their bags and headed to the pier near the business and affluent districts. Far from Clematis. Bot pointed out to Barrett the passenger and cargo ship Igra that everyone was going to take.
Although the Igra in front of it can be regarded as an old ship, its owner has carefully maintained the 32-year-old as a brand new ship. As a careful brig of more than 9o feet, this guy was much shorter than the Bordeaux Belle that Barrett had ridden before, not to mention the other aspects of the feeling.
However, as a ship running around the coastal area, in order to guard against fishmen and some bandits on the seashore, the Igra is still equipped with ample force. Special firing holes have been made in the erected flaps on both sides of the ship, which will provide a powerful cover in the face of attacks. As for the interior configuration, judging from the appearance alone, even in Barrett's experience, it is a blind man's elephant.
"Wait! Wait! Something is not right. Just as Barrett and his party were about to approach the dock, several porters on Barrett's current dock seemed to be approaching him, intentionally or unintentionally. With this action, he immediately reached out and stopped his companion behind him.
After seeing Barrett's movements, several of the porters who knew they were exposed shouted, "Damn! ”
Then he immediately abandoned his original disguise, and with the advantage of the wide winter coat, he drew a short knife from under his coat and rushed towards Barrett. At the same time, at least 2o people poured out of a mountain of cargo on the docks. Although these guys have a variety of weapons in their hands, they have a better way to hide them, and they use the main battle weapons that are common in the army.
"There are a few guys in there, I remember seeing them in the Dawnbreaker group." While smiling and talking, the heavy giant blade, Barrett seemed to be nothing in his hand, and with a few swings, he knocked the rushing Daybreak player to the ground.
Barrett, who had dealt with the few people in front of him who were pretending to be porters, instructed: "Lalu, Noodles, remember to keep the lady safe." I'll leave the rabble to me. ”
After finishing speaking, Barrett's whole person was like a humanoid tyrannosaurus, and he suddenly killed among the two dozen players. I saw him lightly knock the long sword or hand axe in the opponent's hand with a Mo knife.
Then he swept it over the opponent's chest and abdomen, 'Bang! Bang! Bang! Each sound represents a player taking to the air as a dawnbreaker takes to the air. I saw that they had a huge depression, and they couldn't survive. (To be continued!)
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