CHAPTER XXXVIII

What is the most worthless thing about the main god space? There is no set statement, but money can indeed be included in it. Cash is worthless here. Even precious metals such as gold can be exchanged for one kilogram with only ten reward points. For example, some ordinary gemstones are even cheaper.

The main god space adheres to a basic physical rule for the exchange of these things. Those complex alloys are worth much more than gold. Because according to physical rules, it takes more energy to synthesize this metal than it does to synthesize gold. There is no economic system in the world of the Lord God, there are only the most primitive rules.

The same goes for all kinds of gemstones. Ruby, sapphire, diamond, etc., these are ordinary gemstones with a single structure and no energy attributes. The same is the price of cabbage. And this time, you, Lu Qiming's return, brought a batch of gems.

In this era, the value of diamonds in Europe and the United States is not high. But all kinds of rubies, sapphires, agate, and so on were the objects of pursuit by the European aristocracy. Lu Qiming brought a few pieces of gems the size of eggs produced by the main god without the slightest flaw. Various categories one by one. After all, there are no such things as gemstones, and if you have more, they are not worth much.

How rich were the families of the aristocratic colonists of Europe in this era. To put it simply, the private land of some large families is the size of a small town. Their overseas colonies have brought them endless wealth. The extravagance of those people's lives belongs to the kind of level that money can't even imagine.

Those European noblewomen, in order to be able to dominate the crowd at the banquet, are willing to pay a price that can scare people to death. How many of these gems, which are enough to be passed on in the family, can be exchanged for in this era? Lu Qiming felt that at least two more ironclad ships could come.

There's nothing that a whole lot of money can't solve, and if there is, then another one. Chi Chi-hsiung arranged a meeting with European arms dealers. When the egg-sized ruby appeared on the trading table, everyone present could hear the sound of several arms dealers on the other side swallowing.

In this era, there was no such high-imitation gemstone technology. The likelihood of cost is low. The point is that those gemstones are really of good quality. In the not-so-bright light, the ruby reflected a confused glow. The arms dealers who had made the pirates start to breathe hard.

They have conquered many small kingdoms and plundered various royal treasury more than once. But never seen a ruby of this quality, so large.

Arms dealers are also businessmen, and they are existences that pursue profits. And this thing in front of you is typical, a representative of interests. If you can bring it back, dedicate it to the Queen. It may even be exchanged for a knighthood. This is an unspeakable temptation for arms dealers, most of whom are civilians.

For a while, they even had the urge to do it now and snatch the gem. But they eventually held back. These people have been in Dongying for a while. They know that this strange country has a very weak military force. A few ironclads were able to pry open their gates.

But at such a negotiating table, if they dare to turn their faces directly. Any person on the other side can cut them all down in a matter of seconds. The revolver on their bodies does not give them effective guarantees. Because those people are simply perverts.

"May I take the liberty of asking, where did Mr. Chi Chi Woong get this gem? It never seems to have appeared in history. A representative of the United Kingdom raised a question.

"This is a top-secret collection from the Japanese Imperial Family. Treasures stolen from the palace by my subordinates. It has been passed down for thousands of years in the Japanese Imperial Family. I know the big names in your country love this gemstone. So, I'm doing business with all sincerity. ”

Zhi Zhixiong, a hero who prepares for a certain country, is not a pure reckless man. At least not as crazy and hysterical as in the comics or movies. At least when it comes to these arms dealers, he presents himself in the image of a leader.

"We want this gem. 1,000 rifles, 100,000 rounds of ammunition, plus 10 artillery pieces in exchange. "The Americans were the first to make a direct bid.

There were three groups of British, American, and French. The Americans are the most powerful. But they are not yet the superpowers of later generations. In the face of his old masters, the British, he still has some lack of confidence. In fact, the commander had a private idea of getting the gem and going to England to exchange it for a knighthood and become a real 'nobleman'.

The British, however, were more direct.

"We're giving double as much and this gem will be present at the Queen's birthday feast. Mr. Chi Chi Hung, you will get double the supplies, as well as the friendship of the Queen of England. ”

The century-old feud between Britain and France was perfectly verified at this moment. The French immediately came out to stir up the situation.

"Mr. Chi Chi Woong, I think you should be the one to decide the price at this moment. So, what do you want? ”

Lu Qiming, who was standing behind Zhi Zhixiong, smiled slightly. The situation is already under control.

In fact, it is very dangerous to negotiate business with these arms dealers, especially as a kind of rebel. The essence of these guys is pirates, as well as colonists. The kind that will do it if you don't agree with it. It's just that now they are far away in Dongying, and the supply line is too long. Moreover, the melee combat ability of Zhi Zhixiong and the others is really dangerous, so they will sit down and negotiate. If one place is not handled well, they will turn their faces in the next second.

"I want a battleship, an ironclad battleship."

This was suggested by Lu Qiming. At this time, the Japanese Navy had just begun to prepare for the assembly of ironclad ships, and within three or five years, it would not be able to really take shape. As long as you can take the lead in this regard, you will be able to attack, retreat, and defend, and be invincible.

It was a tough deal, but neither side had any intention of giving up. And after several rounds of consultations, several arms dealers on the opposite side soon reached a consensus agreement. Sure enough, in the eyes of these arms dealers, everything that the country hates and the family hates is a drizzle, and the immediate and visible interests are everything. After much tug-of-war, the two sides reached a final agreement.

Zhi Zhixiong took out two gems, one red and one blue, as well as a few gems of inferior quality, in exchange for an ironclad ship, plus 1,000 rifles, 100,000 rounds of ammunition, 10 artillery pieces, and 2,000 shells. Both sides are happy with the results.

As for Lu Qiming's previous farewell, Zhi Zhixiong seemed to have forgotten. Ordered the first guard beside him, Heavenly Sword Sojiro, to teach Lu Qiming swordsmanship.