Chapter 0002: Transactions

Lin Xisuo

Cultivation solution? Lin Xisuo picked up a glass bottle beside him, which was half filled with oil. Shaking it produced a large number of bubbles. He inwardly scoffed, "As expected, there is no business without deceit; selling them separately would probably yield a greater profit."

Years of misfortune and the intrigues of the village chief's family have gradually matured the young man, making him reluctant to trust anyone easily, especially regarding such important matters

I purchased 69,000 credit coins, but it is essential to include three bags of fruit, ten traditional energy blocks, and five mini searchlights; otherwise, I will have to forgo the purchase

It is interesting and well thought out. I am curious how you are so well informed about the purchase price of the premium mycelium, as it is unlikely that the village chief would disclose such information externally

It is not expensive; this was sent over by a friend for consignment. The medical plant costs 39,000 credit coins, and a bottle of high-energy cultivation liquid costs 30,000 credit coins. You can fully afford it

Wood appeared somewhat embarrassed, and the client wondered how to ascertain that the specific pricing was indeed unrelated to the transaction. He shrugged his shoulders and, feeling a bit awkward, said: "Please continue, I won't say anything more."

Wood nodded and said, "Alright, we can proceed with the transaction. The question is, how will you take the goods away? Aren't you afraid that we might destroy the bridge after crossing it? Moreover, do you know the specific price of the premium mycelium? The Tuhuan Star rarely uses credit coins; transactions are mostly conducted with equivalent items. The goods in your possession are sufficient to purchase a large amount of supplies, and I do not wish to fall out with the village chief, which makes things quite difficult"

Lin Xisuo stood upright, unafraid: "Your stun gun looks impressive, but you might as well put it away! I have electronic sensing devices on me, and in the event of an accident, the pouch containing the mycelium will detonate immediately, ensuring everything is incinerated within three seconds. Merchants are ultimately driven by profit; it would not be wise for me to perish along with the precious jade and books."

"Are you really willing to risk everything? I underestimated you, child." Wood glanced at the satchel and indeed saw several soil-based detonators. The black-haired youth before him not only possessed courage but also had a sharp mind.

Lin Xisuo strode into the room with a bag in hand and said directly: "Hello, President Wood, I have brought all the premium mycelium I collected, totaling forty-five kilograms. I hope your chamber of commerce can offer a fair price."

He set down the list in his hand and rubbed his temples. The personnel sent out to gather information had yielded little result. The villagers were extremely secretive about Lin Xisuo's whereabouts, and some even displayed strong hostility. It was indeed an interesting phenomenon

Two hours later, Lin Xisuo returned home fully loaded, taking a bite of a sweet apple, and felt a surge of emotions: "It has been five years since the misfortune five years ago, and I have not tasted such fresh fruit since then. Who can understand the bittersweetness of it all? The only thing that has supported me to this day is a sentence from my mother before she passed away: to live, to live like a person, and to live better than anyone else. While other children reach out to their parents for milk candies, I have already learned how to fight against sand rats. The only thing that has supported me to this day is a sentence from my mother before she passed away: to live, to live like a person, and to live better than anyone else. While other children reach out to their parents for milk candies, I have already learned how to fight against sand rats. While other children enjoy the warmth of family affection, I have become accustomed to the toxic spores in the burrow. I once fell into despair, I once complained about fate, but ultimately I deeply realized that to survive, I can only rely on myself; there is no other path to take.

Are you asking about this plant? It is a medical product cultivated through gene cross-linking technology. Chewing a leaf after the organs have been harmed will produce a strong therapeutic effect, with side effects being negligible. However, unfortunately, it is on the verge of dying, and unless you purchase the high-energy culture solution next to it, there is little chance of it revitalizing.

A little black-haired imp secretly sneaked into my room and said he wanted to see you

Wood feigned helplessness and said with a short breath: "I have never seen such a picky customer as you. A perfect medical plant is worth at least 550,000 credit coins in Capital Star. You also want us to include other supplies. Fruits are easy to handle, but the old-style energy blocks are in high demand and in short supply. We managed to get a few micro searchlights last month. We can basically meet your requirements, but I must say, next time you acquire premium mycelium, you must prioritize us, Green Ark. What do you think?"

It is settled; if I am fortunate enough, I will take care of Uncle Wood first

Wood was quite angry, but upon reflection, the actions of the black-haired youth were entirely reasonable, and in fact, this was the best solution at present. Unbeknownst to him, this also elevated Lin Xisuo's standing in his eyes. Calming his emotions, he said: "I must inspect the goods first"

"Who is it? What is the matter at this late hour?" Wood shouted angrily, his gaze filled with vigilance as he drew an electric stun gun from his waist. It is essential for traveling merchants to have means of self-defense, and this stun gun has an effective range of 150 meters. Upon hitting a target, it causes localized carbonization, and even a slight brush of the electric current poses significant danger to an ordinary person

With a bang, Wood pushed open the door and saw a black-haired youth standing outside. His eyes were sharp and piercing, and at his waist hung a worn dagger. At his feet lay a heavy bundle, with deep purple mycelium casually protruding from it, and a faint fragrance in the air caused one's pupils to constrict

What is the name of the little black-haired ghost

The guest room accommodating the merchants emitted a faint glow. As the president of the chamber of commerce, Wood has developed a habit of staying up late over the years.

"I am very sorry, but this is already the best price," Wood said earnestly, though he was secretly delighted. The efficacy of medicinal plants was not as miraculous as claimed; they merely reduced harm. He did not expect the dark-haired youth to take an interest in this item. Since verification was impossible, perhaps he could make a substantial profit from it.

Lin Xisuo picked up the items one by one to examine them and asked many questions about the products. After reviewing everything, he first chose a long-range crossbow, then took away a ceramic dagger with exceptional corrosion resistance, along with a pouch of vintage energy blocks

Wood felt a mix of admiration and disdain; in his view, the dark-haired youth was overly reckless for daring to bring all the mycelium. Did he not fear that others might harbor ill intentions?

Is it all top-grade mycelium at forty-five kilograms? Wood's heart was stirred uncontrollably.

Next, we turn our attention to the second item, which resembles a pen holder but is capable of emitting a traction beam. It is reported to easily hold up to 10 tons of cargo and also serves as a climbing tool, valued at 22,000 credit coins

Uncle, do not use these worthless items to dismiss people. Although I have not seen much of the world, I can still distinguish between good and bad.

The first item is truly astonishing; it is a three-headed baby elephant confined in a cage. It is said that this creature was not small in size in ancient times, but through genetic modification, its size has become increasingly diminutive. Today, it is only the size of a mouse and has become a pet for children, with each one priced at 13,000 credit coins

Not bad, these are all top-grade mycelium. The other grades of mycelium were used earlier to repay the debts in the village. The village chief exploits us severely, and the uncles and aunts in the village dare not voice their anger. However, I am just one person, so I am not afraid

"Let's go to the side hall and take a look! Perhaps we can find some equipment that suits you among the illustrations and books." Lin Xisuo was invited by Wood to the side hall, where twelve items were displayed on a small table. In terms of both design and craftsmanship, the items here were clearly superior, but their prices had also multiplied several times.

This is easy to handle

I have calculated that after deducting debts and commissions, the remaining mycelium is approximately worth 98,000 credit coins. In order to ensure that you fulfill your promise, I hope you will forgive my rudeness; I have installed a timing device inside the bag. Any slight touch within three days will trigger an explosion. If you do not believe me, you may try it, but I will not be responsible for the consequences

Well, forty-five kilograms of premium mycelium, precisely! Then, let's have a pleasant cooperation. The remaining ninety-eight thousand credit coins is not a small amount; how do you plan to handle it

Lin Xisuo casually replied: "I want to see Uncle Wood's personal belongings, such as the stun gun from earlier. Since we cannot purchase them in bulk, we can only seek quality, rarity, and excellence!"

How expensive it is! Can it be a bit cheaper?

After looking for a long time, Lin Xisuo couldn't help but ask: "How much do these medicinal plants cost? What is the value of the high-energy cultivation solution?"

Lin Xisuo cautiously avoided the traps and made his way toward the bottom of the sunken ship. The village chief would certainly not let him off in the past few days, so he needed to take refuge in the cave first, hiding as far away as possible until the merchant convoy departed

Lin Xisuo smiled gently: "Uncle, there is no need to rush. As long as you are sincerely interested in purchasing, all problems will be easily resolved. First, let us discuss the price. Seven years ago, it seemed to be 3,000 credit coins per kilogram; nowadays, it should be raised by at least 20%, so let’s calculate it at 3,600 credit coins per kilogram! Therefore, for 45 kilograms, it amounts to 162,000 credit coins. Of course, receiving the goods can be quite troublesome, but that is not an issue. I owe many debts to my neighbors, and if you follow my suggestions and have your subordinates make a few more trips, the delivery commission will be 5%, and you will certainly not suffer any losses."

Suddenly, a rapid knocking sound echoed, "Bang, bang, bang"

Hehe, what a clever little rascal. Doing business with you gives me the feeling of being led around at every turn. I will immediately have someone make arrangements.

Yes, the subordinate understands. The attendant hurriedly went down to give orders, waking up some important personnel, as it is necessary to be prepared at all times for significant business opportunities.

After glancing at the little elephant, Lin Xisuo set down the cage. Ultimately, it is merely a plaything, of little practical use; spending all day guarding against sand rats leaves no time to raise a pet

The black-haired youth rolled his eyes and said, "Uncle, you should listen carefully. Interrupting others casually is not a good habit"

Wood's expression changed; the black-haired youth truly surprised him. Just a moment ago, he had been asking questions repeatedly. If he had boasted excessively at the beginning, he would inevitably reveal his flaws in the subsequent responses. He had never encountered such a difficult little rascal before

Lin Xisuo snapped his fingers, and then took out the mycelium in batches for Wood to identify. Once the other party was satisfied, he only delivered one quarter, while the rest was put back into the pouch to "urge" the other party to complete the entire transaction process

The nights in the desert are extremely cold; no matter how scorching the days may be, by deep night, no one is willing to venture out.

"Eh, what is this thing? It wouldn't be here just to fill the space, would it?" Lin Xisuo pointed to a withered yellow plant, which had only three strangely green leaves; the other leaves seemed like they would fall off with just a slight shake.

What, how can you ... ...

"Alright, let's go inside to talk. Inform those below to keep quiet, and everything will proceed as usual," Wood urged earnestly.

Approximately fifteen minutes later, the two individuals walked into the lobby downstairs, where the table was filled with a variety of items, a dazzling array.