"I must memorize it so that I can discuss it with Lord Shi."
Shi Nanfu nodded: "Okay, then I'll just tell you directly."
He slowly took a sip of tea and gracefully set down the cup.
“If your goods are to be obtained through legitimate means, you can’t go to ordinary places to get them. We need to choose a dangerous place that is difficult for others to explore. That way, it will be safe.”
Qiao Lian'er listened attentively.
"To the west there is a neighboring country called Xiyan. To get to that country, you have to cross a mountain range of flames that stretches for dozens of miles. The heat of the flames is unbearable and ordinary people cannot endure it. Therefore, no one from the Central Plains has ever successfully gone to Xiyan."
"After crossing that fiery mountain, the climate is cool and humid, with good weather all year round. Therefore, crops are well-developed in Xiyan Kingdom, and there are many crops that Daze Kingdom does not have. Even if Daze Kingdom has them, they can be grown better in Xiyan Kingdom."
"To the north of the Western Flame Kingdom is a natural trench, to the west is a sea, and to the south are snow-capped peaks; there are natural barriers in every direction."
Shi Nanfu gave a mysterious smile: "So, Miss Qiao, choosing Xiyan Kingdom is the safest option for us."
Qiao Lian'er had seen the map and knew the exact location of the Western Yan Kingdom.
This is a country with a vast territory, but it is inconvenient to travel to and from other places. I never expected that under such restrictions, it would have such a uniquely favorable climate and be able to be self-sufficient from top to bottom.
"However, given the unbearable heat, I'm afraid your cavalry won't be able to get through."
Shi Nanfu gently waved his hand, took out a picture from his pocket, and placed it in front of Qiao Lian'er.
“Miss Qiao, look.”
Qiao Lian'er opened it, and there was a picture of a bird that looked like a large eagle, but several times larger.
This bird spreads its wings, with a huge basket hanging from its body, filled with things, yet it flies with great ease.
She was utterly astonished: "This is—"
"This is a unique bird of the Western Flame Kingdom called the Fire Eagle. Due to geographical limitations, the Western Flame Kingdom could not communicate with other countries. A thousand years ago, they began training these Fire Eagles. They selected strong and large Fire Eagles for breeding. Each generation of Fire Eagles has been improved, and now they have become the overlords of the sky. Each Fire Eagle can easily lift 500 catties, and the more superior ones can even carry 1,000 catties."
Qiao Lian'er was shocked. In ancient times, there were many skills that were beyond the comprehension of modern people, but some of them had become extinct or lost over the long years.
Shi Nanfu continued, "The fire eagles deliver the goods outside the Flaming Mountains, and then the horse caravans transport them here or throughout the country."
"In that case, it's really hard on you, Master Shi, to keep going back there."
Shi Nanfu said, "After all, Xiyan Kingdom is a neighboring country, and Flaming Mountain is not far from here, so it's easy to operate and not troublesome for me."
"Actually, I prefer it here to Beijing."
"Why?"
"Let me put it this way, Miss Qiao. My job in the capital is to coordinate the relationship between the Hu people and the officials in the capital, as well as the business dealings, to prevent them from causing trouble and to ensure that everything proceeds amicably. It takes a lot of effort."
Qiao Lian'er understood that the capital city had always been a place of turmoil.
Staying away from that place means staying away from trouble.
"Where is Lord Shi from?"
Shi Nanfu's azure eyes seemed to ripple slightly, but the emotion quickly vanished.
"I am a citizen of the Western Yan Kingdom."
"So, I know that place very well."
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