Chapter 7: Attitude and Reasoning

Alright, I understand

Long-distance human trafficking often involves two major countries, which trade their border populations with each other. It is certainly unacceptable for a ruler to kill their own citizens, but there is no issue with killing the citizens of another country

He is the chieftain of the "Baisha Clan", a person of noble status

The villagers erupted in an astonishing cheer

What is the pricing structure?

I am not the village chief, but the clan leader

Village Chief Li was momentarily at a loss for words. After a moment of contemplation, he raised the axe in his hand and said, "This is the reason."

Beep beep

Oh? There are indeed quite a few old and weak individuals in Baisha, which can be sold to Yunting.

After bidding farewell to Village Chief Li, the arbitrator sitting on the cart on the road was filled with emotions: "Bai Sha Li Jie, a fierce person from the grasslands."

The slave markets in the two places have different focuses. Yanling primarily engages in the import and export of slaves, while Taicang is different, mainly focusing on serfs for agricultural labor

The term "shiquan" refers to two types of identities: one is the market administrator, who is part of the established system; the other is the market intermediary, who belongs to the private entrepreneurs

I will choose a day to go to 'Black Dragon Sand'!

Village Chief Li had long since passed the trial period of time travel and had a slight understanding of the Wu Kingdom. Upon hearing the words of the arbitrator, he immediately understood that Yun Ting's "Five Watch" was not a good character either

Thinking of this, the village tyrant looked at the village tyrant's wife with a complex expression. No wonder Shadan suddenly exhibited such a significant change when facing the former "neighbors." This is not the superiority of a newly rich person, but rather the attitude of someone in power, a ruler.

However, regardless of which type it is, they are all not to be trifled with. The former usually has ancestors who are relatives of the king or may even belong to the same family, while the latter is the most formidable local power among local powers

This morning, let us practice one last time, and tomorrow we shall head to 'Heijiao Sha'. We must go and have a good discussion with the people of 'Heijiao Sha' about reason!

Village Chief Li was momentarily taken aback by his wife's words

The slave market of the Wu state is not located in Gusu, but rather in Yanling and Taicang. One of these places was once the territory of a feudal lord, while the other is an important grain production base of the Wu state

No wonder, no wonder I always felt something was off before. The problem was here all along

... ...

After putting away the stone axe, both parties entered into a peaceful and creative dialogue

It is therefore very reasonable and scientific that the slave markets appeared in these two locations

Thus, the "shrewd merchants" in the two places are primarily private entrepreneurs in Yanling, while in Taicang, they are mainly state officials with formal positions

Although he has already seen the box full of "dysprosium," Shadan does not appear surprised. The value created by her husband during this period far exceeds that of these "dysprosium."

The villagers looked bewildered, completely unable to understand.

Shadan gently caressed her rounded belly, noticing her husband lost in thought. She simply embraced Li Jie, allowing him to sink into deep contemplation...

Seeing Li Jie like this, the arbitrator could only respond with a forced smile; what else could be done?

As a family elder, to neglect the profits right in front of you while instead worrying about the country and the people is indeed contrary to professional ethics

This is a deposit; the price shall not be discussed for the time being. We will negotiate further after resolving the contest and achieving victory.

"So, you mean to say that I can sell the old and weak of Baisha?"

Can slaves be bought and sold in Suzhou

Li Jie suddenly shouted loudly, startling the older arbitrator, who shivered again and felt a sudden urge to urinate

At first, Village Chief Li thought that with his high combat ability, he could subdue the villagers one by one, thus leading a life of endless joy

The food of the person is granted as a relief; the dwelling of the person is built as a relief

He wants to buy a slave

Village Chief Li stroked the stone axe in his hand and said, "This large axe has long been eager and restless."

... ...

This complaint will not be heard by Li Jie anyway. As the family elder of Yun Ting "Wu Geng", his duty is not to criticize others, but to strengthen the family of Yun Ting "Wu Geng"

Shadan saw the arbitration leave in Daxie, and only then did he come over to inquire

What does it mean? Why can't I understand what my wife is saying

... ...

Li Jie, the leader of the tribe, is the chieftain of the "Bai Sha Clan"

Hehehe ... ...

Village Chief Li was momentarily taken aback: "You all understand quite well."

In the eyes of the subdued people of the "Shaye" region, the tyrant Li Jie is regarded as the "conqueror," who subsequently established the tribe of "Baisha Village"

Upon hearing the words of the arbitrator, Village Chief Li immediately put away the forty-meter-long axe

With his eyes closed, Village Chief Li fell into deep contemplation, secretly thinking to himself: It seems that I must correct my mindset

What does the solution mean

What is the purpose of arbitration?

If one acquires wealth, it can be shared with some...

I thought one would truly be loyal to the great Wu, willing to die a thousand deaths for it

Wait a moment

In Yanling's "Tooth Market," the prices of slaves are categorized by rank, with distinctions made for the old, weak, sick, disabled, men, women, and the young and strong... Each type has its own price.

The heart is pounding vigorously, too intense!

The arbitrator, who was smiling, secretly wiped away a cold sweat. Dealing with savages has its downsides; they are quick to resort to violence, threatening to kill at any moment, which is quite barbaric! At least with the king, if someone is to be executed, it is done with justification, right?

Upon seeing Village Chief Li swing the axe again, Old Zhong hurriedly said: "This is for the purpose of redeeming a person. It is rare to encounter a fierce warrior like him. Engaging in battle with the 'Black Flood Dragon' will surely lead to victory. If we can capture him, I am willing to redeem him as a slave."

Moreover, when the great powers in the north conduct large-scale sacrificial activities, they require high-level "sacrifices," which have traditionally involved using the Rongdi for offerings. In this era, the expansion of great powers is quite significant, and many territories of the Rongdi have long been annexed and assimilated. Therefore, attempting to procure high-level "sacrifices" solely through warfare and plunder presents considerable challenges; one cannot possibly use "city dwellers" for ancestral sacrifices.

Thus, even if it was merely for the sake of "sacrifice," a rather peculiar long-distance slave trade was born

Finally, the silly younger brother cautiously asked: "Brother Kun, what is 'reason'?"

After a significant mental cleansing by his wife, Village Chief Li's spirit and soul have darkened considerably. Consequently, he now instructs the villagers to do the dirty and laborious work for him, without any pressure at all, and without offering any payment.

Village Chief Li immediately exclaimed, "Good! This old predecessor of arbitration is commendable. He is principled, does not engage in extortion beforehand, nor does he partake in futures speculation; he is a genuine person

The business of a "shrewd merchant" will always find its way

Although the villagers have many private plots, the king's private land must certainly be the essence of the State of Wu

In this way, great powers sell to each other and kill each other... It is a win-win situation, quite delightful indeed

Currently investing in Li Jie is for the sake of the slaves, the more ruthless Li Jie is, the better. As for the concern that Li Jie may become too ruthless and potentially threaten the family business of Yunting's "Wugeng", that is a matter for the future

It seems that there is a slight cognitive deviation now

Now is not the time to stop illegal wage claims; one must correct their attitude!

Oh oh oh oh oh oh

The sound of the assembly whistle rang out once again, and this time, the villagers were more agile than ever before. Some even had a hint of excitement on their faces, their eyes shining brightly as they all focused on the village chief, Li Jie

Hmm?

Good

At this moment, the imposing and powerful village bully was somewhat unsettled, "Wait, wait, wait... Why should I sell them? No, how could I possibly sell them?"