Wushiluo's mansion, living room.
Zhao Hao sat in the main seat, Wu Shiluo sat on his left, and Xiao He sat on his right.
Zhao Hao only introduced Zhongxian yesterday and left Xiao He to introduce today because the people who came today were all businessmen and he didn't need to introduce them one by one.
At this time, Asan, who came to the banquet first, was tasting the Daqin delicacies prepared by Wu Shiluo's people.
Zhao Hao, on the other hand, was sipping tea while looking at the foreign businessmen present. Everyone who looked at him smiled at each other and looked very amiable.
Foreign merchants are basically a group of 'frugal' people. In order to bring more Daqin products back to the Western Regions, they are reluctant to eat or wear them, and spend all their money to purchase goods.
So facing such a sumptuous feast, each of them was like a starving ghost reincarnated, eating and drinking without pleasure.
Obviously, Wu Shiluo had known their nature for a long time and did not show any displeasure. On the contrary, he enjoyed this feeling of "being charitable".
Somehow, a strange idea suddenly popped into Zhao Hao's mind. Did the Wushiluo also regard them as savages?
While thinking about this, Zhai Ji walked in with Kermit and Kulu.
Zhao Hao heard Wu Shiluo say that these two Wusun people often come to Daqin, know the most secret passages, and are the best at dealing with dangers on the road, so he is very interested in these two Wusun people.
"Meet Young Master Hao!"
Zhai Ji took Kermit and Kuru, saluted Zhao Hao and Wu Shiluo in turn, and then said apologetically, "I'm so late for coming down. I've made Young Master and Wu Jun wait for so long. I'm really ashamed!"
"You're welcome, sit down!"
Zhao Hao smiled and waved his hand, motioning for them to sit down.
At the same time, Zhongxian behind Zhao Hao was secretly looking at the two Wusun people. Compared with the foreign businessmen present, these two Wusun people looked very strange. Sitting in his seat, silent.
When everyone in the living room arrived, Wushi Luo, as the host of the banquet, cleared his throat and took the lead in explaining to Zhao Hao: "Sir, these are all the foreign businessmen who cooperate with Wushi Trading Company."
After he finished speaking, he said to the foreign businessmen present: "In name, Wu is inviting you to this banquet. In fact, the young master has something important to discuss with you. If you have any questions, you can ask the young master in person."
"As long as you agree to our conditions, everything is easy to negotiate. If you don't agree, everything is off the table!"
As soon as Wu Shiluo finished speaking, a businessman from Loulan immediately stopped talking.
The other foreign businessmen nodded after hearing this.
Zhao Hao glanced at them and smiled slightly: "I can decide and agree to your conditions, but are you willing to agree to my conditions?"
"May I ask, Master, what are your conditions?"
Kermit asked calmly.
Zhao Hao glanced at Kermit and said with a smile: "My conditions are very simple. I hope that all of you will go on the road with me and Da Qin's envoy to the Western Regions together!"
Hearing this, all the foreign businessmen present were shocked and couldn't help but look at Kermit.
However, Kermit seemed not to understand what Zhao Hao said, and asked with a puzzled look on his face: "What do you mean, Master?"
"What I mean is that Da Qin is preparing to send envoys to various countries in the Western Region. You are the best guide that can be encountered but cannot be asked for!"
"Guide?"
Hearing this, Kermit looked at Wu Shiluo, who was sitting on the left side of Zhao Hao.
Wu Shiluo naturally understood what Zhao Hao meant, and explained with a smile: "You are traveling between the Western Regions and Da Qin. You are very familiar with the terrain along the way and the conditions of the countries in the Western Regions. You know how to avoid danger. Therefore, the young master hopes that you will join the Da Qin envoy. Get on the road and head to the Western Region together!"
"this"
When the foreign businessmen heard this, they couldn't help but look at each other and looked at each other.
But Kulu, who was behind Kermit, smiled coldly; "It turns out that today's banquet is not to discuss business, but to cut off our financial path!"
"Yes, Wu Jun, we have cooperated for so many years, you should understand our bottom line, take your people to the Western Region, what will we do in the future?"
"No, no, absolutely not! We won't do this business!"
"Yes! We won't do it anymore! Farewell!"
Seeing all the foreign businessmen suddenly filled with righteous indignation, Wu Shiluo looked at Zhao Hao in embarrassment, only to see Zhao Hao calmly said: "I can guarantee that no trading house will cooperate with you after you leave this hall. No one dares to accept the things, please think carefully before making a decision."
As soon as these words came out, the foreign businessmen who were about to stand up were suddenly startled and couldn't help but look at Zhao Hao who was sitting in the main seat.
Although it was their first time to see Zhao Hao, the legend of Zhao Hao had long been known to them. This son of the First Emperor, who looked about the same age as a seven or eight-year-old child, had always been a ruthless character.
He is not only cruel to outsiders, but also to his own people.
For example, none of the remnants of the Six Kingdoms, such as the Ying Qin clan, was merciful to him.
Therefore, many people secretly teased him as the 'little emperor'.
There was no way, the First Emperor's trust in him would allow him to do whatever he wanted.
"You heard what Young Master said, are you planning to threaten us?"
Kermit remained calm.
Zhao Hao smiled and said, "We, Da Qin, have made good friends with all our foreign friends in the spirit of friendly exchanges, but you don't appreciate it and can only deal with official matters;
As for the threat, I'm just stating the fact that most of the things you purchase are my property. I don't want to sell them to you, and it won't be easy for anyone to do it! "
After saying that, he turned to look at Wu Shiluo: "Didn't Wu Jun tell them that I made the porcelain and silk?"
"this"
Wu Shiluo hesitated for a moment, then smiled awkwardly and said, "Young Master is a great talent. I thought they all knew that it was the old minister's fault."
After saying that, he looked around at everyone and said seriously: "Young master is right. If he doesn't want to sell to you, no one will dare to agree to your conditions!"
"But haven't we always cooperated before? It's against business ethics for you to do this!"
"You're right. I didn't expect that the great Qin Dynasty would bully us foreign merchants like this!"
"It's just too much bullying! It's too much bullying!"
As soon as Wu Shiluo finished speaking, the foreign businessmen suddenly became furious.
But this is Da Qin, and no matter how furious they are, they don't dare to take action rashly, they can only roar helplessly.
Seeing that the atmosphere in the hall was a little tense, Wu Shiluo once again turned his attention to Zhao Hao, only to see Zhao Hao staring at Kermit without blinking: "Kermit, what do you think?"
"Young Master asked Wu Jun to invite us here. He definitely doesn't want to cause trouble with us. I want to hear Young Master's preferential treatment before I think about it."
Kermit smiled lightly.
Zhao Hao raised his eyebrows, feeling impressed by this Wusun businessman.
The other party was right, he would not really have trouble with these foreign businessmen.
The reason for the threat was to give these foreign businessmen a show of strength and let them understand who is the one who calls the shots.
"hehe."
Zhao Hao smiled noncommittally and said, "Wu Jun has mentioned you to me many times, saying that you are a shrewd foreign businessman. Now that I see you, you are well-deserved!"
"Young master, you've received a great reward. Compared with you, I really don't dare to be 'smart'!"
Kermit replied with a non-smiling smile, then turned to look at Asan at the door.
Ah San nodded calmly, and left everyone quietly while everyone's attention was on Zhao Hao and Kermit.
At this time, Zhao Hao was unaware and said: "Let's not say any polite words. Let's talk about the benefits you are most concerned about first. As long as you are willing to take the Daqin Merchant Group to the Western Regions, all the goods you purchase this time will be Half price.”
"in addition."
As he spoke, he paused, looked around at the foreign merchants, and said, "I will make the decision again, and I will give you ten pieces of porcelain and ten feet of silk each!"
"this"
When the foreign businessmen heard this, they couldn't help but feel shocked.
Porcelain is the main product they purchase, and the price of each piece of porcelain is ridiculously expensive.
The specialties from the Western Regions they brought this time, including fine horses, could only be exchanged for twenty pieces of porcelain.
Now that Zhao Hao has given each of them ten pieces of porcelain and ten feet of silk, they simply can't even think about it.
If these porcelains are brought back to the Western Regions, they will definitely be able to sell them at a good price, and they will even have food and drink for the rest of their lives.
Seeing the foreign businessmen being tempted by Zhao Hao, they were stunned.
The corner of Wu Shiluo's mouth twitched slightly, and he couldn't help but think of what Zhao Hao told him before the banquet: "Businessmen pursue profit and have no vigilance under the national system. As long as they are promised huge profits, businessmen will still take risks for profit!"
"It seems that the person who understands businessmen best is the young master."
Wu Shiluo sighed in his heart.
Once upon a time, he also wanted to allow these foreign businessmen to use him with huge profits, but what he had in his hands was not enough to impress them.
Even if you give them money directly, these foreign businessmen will not make as much money as selling their own goods.
Because the market they faced was the countries in the Western Regions, and Da Qin's products were very popular in the countries in the Western Regions, so they could sell as much as they wanted.
Therefore, the money they make is immeasurable.
And Zhao Hao naturally took a fancy to this and accurately understood their thoughts.
"Young Master is so courageous!"
Seeing that all the foreign businessmen were about to make a move, Kermit's expression finally changed, and he looked at Zhao Hao coldly and said: "However, although we have benefited from you, we have also completely cut off the wealth of the countries in the Western Regions;
Buying and selling is not just done once. You get the benefits this time. Without the next time, our descendants will have nowhere to go. Do you think we are all fools? "
As soon as these words came out, the foreign businessman who was just about to make a move immediately calmed down.
Because Kermit was right, their secret passage was bought by their predecessors with their lives. If they only think about themselves, then their descendants will have no way to go. This is unacceptable and unacceptable to them. of.
But Zhao Hao smiled noncommittally and said: "I don't want to hide it from you. Da Qin sent envoys to the Western Regions. One was to convey Da Qin's goodwill, and the other was to open up the trade routes between the Western Regions and Da Qin, so that the two places would be closer and more friendly. ;
Although it will have some impact on your business, it will never cut off your financial path. On the contrary, you will be safer in the future, because as long as I, the Qin Dynasty, open up this trade route in the Western Regions, we will station troops along the way to protect you. There is no need to worry about the Xiongnu and other man-made people. threaten! "
"this"
After hearing this, all the foreign businessmen became excited again and couldn't help but cast their eyes on Kermit.
It's obvious that these guys are headed by Kermit.
However, Kermit remained unmoved by Zhao Hao's words.
Because what he wanted was not porcelain and silk, but the technology for making porcelain and silk.
As for Zhao Hao, it was impossible to give him skills.
Therefore, these temptations thrown by Zhao Hao have no effect on him at all.
But I heard him say, "They say that Young Master Hao is eloquent, and now that I see him, he is well-deserved. However, what Young Master said is just one-sided words. There is neither an imperial edict from His Majesty the First Emperor nor an official document issued by the court. You How can we trust you?"
"Huh!" As if he was not used to seeing these foreigners being shameless, Wu Shiluo's face immediately darkened and he snorted: "You are a little presumptuous!"
"Wu Jun forgives me, it's not that we don't want to go with the Da Qin envoy, but we can't guarantee their safety. If they are in danger, we can't absolve ourselves of the blame!"
"You often travel between the Western Regions and Daqin. Don't you have any way to protect yourself?"
"Yes, yes, but accidents will inevitably happen."
Kermit was quite polite to Wu Shiluo.
But after hearing what he said, Zhao Hao suddenly smiled: "Life and death are determined by fate, and wealth is in heaven. As long as you don't ignore them on purpose, even if they are all dead, I will accept it!"
"this"
The foreign businessmen were once again stunned, including Kermit.
None of them seemed to have expected that Zhao Hao was so determined.
However, at this moment, a strange flute sound suddenly came from outside the door.
"Um?"
Zhao Hao frowned and thought to himself, who the hell is this? Playing the flute sounds so ugly? !
He turned to look at Wu Shiluo, but saw that Wu Shiluo also looked confused, and quickly ordered Zhai Ji to go and check.
However, Zhao Hao and the others did not notice that under the table where A San was sitting just now, in a sack, a poisonous snake that was as black as ink and exuded a faint light was spitting out a letter and slowly approaching the main seat where Zhao Hao was.
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The scarlet snake letter shrank back and forth, a pair of erect snake pupils, cold and cruel.
Not long after, the poisonous snake swam under Zhao Hao's desk.
Perhaps it was because the poisonous snake was too small, perhaps because there was not enough light in the living room, or perhaps everyone was attracted by the sound of the flute, but no one found any trace of the poisonous snake.
"Junior brother, be careful!"
While everyone was waiting for Zhai Ji to return from the investigation, a hurried shout suddenly came from outside the door.
The moment Zhao Hao heard the shout, he felt something touching the hem of his skirt under his feet, and his expression changed drastically.
Zhongxian rushed to Zhao Hao and wanted to pick him up.
However, at this moment, a black venomous snake as small as a loach suddenly jumped up from under the table and went straight to Zhao Hao's crotch.
"Master!"
The moment Wu Shiluo saw the venomous snake, his soul escaped and he immediately pounced towards Zhao Hao.
However, the poisonous snake moved too fast. Before he could save his life, the poisonous snake had already bitten Zhao Hao's crotch.
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