Titan City during the day.
Merchants freely entered and exited the city gates, and trade flourished as always. They carried large quantities of goods, traveling between towns to earn profits. However, the most profitable industry was that of slave traders.
Because slaves had many uses, such as mining, quarrying, cultivating crops, and feeding livestock, they were an important productive force for a city.
Having a few slaves is a source of great pride for any resident of the city, and the neighbors are incredibly envious.
Unfortunately, a strong adult slave costs an average of fifteen silver coins, which is a considerable burden for ordinary residents.
Moreover, slaves also need to eat, drink, and sleep. If they get sick, they have to endure a minor illness on their own, but if they get seriously ill, the master has no choice but to accept his misfortune and abandon the slave to fend for himself.
You said you have medicine for treating illnesses?
Hehe, a bar of magic soap is worth three silver coins. If the price of a potion is more than a third of the price of a slave, it would be wise to just give up!
The medicine was like a life-saving coin for its master. How could a lowly slave be worth the master's life?
This is the true picture of adult slavery. If the slave is a beautiful woman, that's fine. But in a rich family, a canary imprisoned in a cage and played with is something to be celebrated.
In times of war, the destruction of a town, if the conquerors so desired, would reduce most of the city's ordinary residents to the level of slaves, subject to rampant oppression. They would then be sold to various factions, earning a substantial profit, which they would then use to recruit soldiers, build weapons, and strengthen themselves.
Conquest and being conquered led rulers to establish the unspoken rule of the big fish eating the small fish, which resulted in the slave trade flourishing for over a century. Coupled with the fierce and valiant nature of the people of Northern Europe, the destruction of a kingdom within the Nordic region was commonplace news every now and then.
Fortunately, Titan City is located in a remote area and is more powerful than the surrounding towns, so it has a high safety index.
Recently, most of the slaves being sold have come from Bizhu City, which is something that the Titan City leadership should be concerned about.
We learned from them that Bizhu City had been conquered by wild forces, which is truly lamentable.
"Hey, there's a fox sign here. Hehe, the street managers are really thoughtful in trying to make a good first impression on us merchants."
The tall and imposing Gladys, with his muscular physique and rugged appearance, possesses a delicate mind.
He glanced in surprise at the parasols placed behind the road sign. Under the parasols, on the carpet, lay a pile of fresh fruits and vegetables, interspersed with a few exquisite leather boots and finely crafted trinkets, all neatly arranged.
"This means... take it for free, right?"
Glady was puzzled. Since he entered the city, he had noticed that there was a large flow of people and that there were cute little fox signs at the street entrances, which made a good first impression.
Just as he was taking a bite of an apple, a faster figure beside him carefully placed a bright green honeydew melon on the carpet.
Immediately afterwards, he made a praying gesture and muttered something:
"Kind and loving little fox spirit, bless my business to prosper this week, and I offer you this finest honeydew melon..."
Gladys: "..."
His expression was stiff, and his lips twitched slightly.
This road sign isn't welcoming... it turns out it means offering to the gods...
Who is this little fox god? Is he a false god?
Before he could react, a rather robust man, leading a shy girl, knelt respectfully before the little fox road sign from behind.
"Thank you, great little fox, for saving my daughter. I have no way to repay such a great kindness. I am willing to be Your Highness's most loyal servant and serve Your Highness."
He stood up and presented three bronze eagles. Although his family's weekly income was less than twenty bronze eagles, as parents, their gratitude to Xiao Han for rescuing their daughter was profound and unforgettable.
"Hey, it's you again. How many times have I told you? Our little fox god doesn't accept money. Take these and get out of here."
A bear-man clad in heavy armor picked up his scabbard, walked over, and said menacingly.
The girl hid behind her father in fear, while the middle-aged man waved his hand and said, "This is my wife and I's gratitude to Lord Little Fox. Although three bronze eagles are nothing to the esteemed Lord Little Fox, I still want to repay Lord Little Fox in some way."
After the middle-aged man left with his daughter, Bearman Jerry instructed his teammates, "Send some vegetables and dried meat to that family. Tell them it's a gift from the Little Fox God, a random draw, and they've won the prize."
"Who do you think you are...?"
The gnoll, clad in light armor, looked disdainful and carried a long sword. In the Third Urban Management Brigade, besides Little Fox and Jay, he held the highest rank.
George casually touched a badge on his shoulder, which represented the position of second vice-captain, making Jerry the bear feel a surge of envy and jealousy.
Damn it, you old sly fox, besides your regular job, you're always doing odd jobs to build up your reputation and become known. You're no ordinary dog!
Are you bullying my little bear cub from the forest because I haven't been weaned yet?
"team leader……"
"Okay, do as Jerry says. Remember to promote the Little Fox God at the end, and remind everyone that our Third Urban Management Brigade is the guardian of the Little Fox God and the embodiment of justice."
George laughed, and his teammates, after hearing this, gave him a thumbs up to show they understood.
In order to build the Little Fox Temple and make the little fox who is so powerful that he can reach the heavens and become a god, the Third Urban Management Brigade unanimously approved and began their god-making plan.
Once upon a time, Xiao Han led the urban management brigade to fight battles everywhere, making the gray forces flee in terror. He visited all the territories under the jurisdiction of the neighboring second urban management brigade, and even caught several corrupt officials within the urban management team. He didn't even give them a chance to finish speaking before ransacking their homes and running away. He was powerful and domineering, and no one dared to mess with him.
Before leaving, he said with a regretful look that he had given them the reward for finding the corrupt officials, but that he was too busy to do so. He left the Second Urban Management Brigade looking at each other blankly and led a group of enthusiastic members to wipe out the hidden gray forces.
This led to the Third Urban Management Brigade reaching its peak of prestige, and the team members became more confident, carrying out sweeping reforms on the streets under their jurisdiction, no longer hesitant and timid as they had been at the beginning due to their status.
In short, following the noble little fox means that others always suffer losses and have to fawn over you. It's incredibly satisfying.
Even though Little Fox has recently gone on a mission (according to the official statement), and the influence of the Third Urban Management Brigade has declined several levels, the situation is now stable. Anyone who dares to cause trouble for Little Fox should first open their eyes wide and take a look at the road signs. The refined and easy-going Little Fox welcomes everyone. It would be best to leave an address so that when the real Little Fox returns, they can visit her again.
"These urban management officers are a bit off."
Grace watched as the group of city management officers walked into the street, laughing and cursing. He glanced at the little fox's road sign again, looking completely oblivious to its severity.
"The little fox is so famous, let's go take a look first."
He pondered for a moment, then, with the help of his attendants, led a carriage carrying slaves into the street.
These days, those who sell slaves are all burly, fierce-looking, and powerful individuals with capital to manage.
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