The affairs of the Sea Soul Master received only brief attention.
The many forces on the continent had nothing to do with them. Moreover, under the current situation, no one wanted the war to really start.
Time passed quietly, and in the blink of an eye, the new headquarters of Haotian Sect had been completed.
After Tang Xiao settled his people, he had a short break. During this time, he and Tang San kept in close correspondence.
Tang Xiao was somewhat tempted by Tang San's proposal, but he could not get over the other three elders for the time being and could not give a clear answer. At the end of the letter, he asked Tang San to bring Dai Mubai to Haotian Sect for a talk and then give an accurate answer.
After learning the news, Tang San immediately brought the news to Ning Fengzhi.
Dai Mubai's current strength makes it difficult for him to get substantial help from the Haotian Sect, or in other words, the Haotian Sect will definitely give him some tests. Before that, only the Seven Treasures Glazed Sect can help him.
"Haotian Sect is in Xingluo Province. It will probably take us three months to return. Xiaosan, are you sure you can get Sect Master Tang to support Dai Mubai?"
Ning Fengzhi asked this because he didn't want to waste time on the road. In addition, he didn't think highly of Dai Mubai.
Tang San did not hide anything and said frankly: "Uncle did not give me a clear answer, but I can see that uncle also has such thoughts. The specific situation will only be known after talking with uncle."
But the Haotian Sect is not entirely ruled by my uncle. He added in his heart.
"Feng Zhi, I think we can go. If we don't contribute, when the Haotian Sect really supports Dai Mubai, Tang San may not take us with him. After we leave, invite Titan to protect the safety of the sect's disciples. When the time comes, just give him some benefits." Gu Rong transmitted the message.
Ning Fengzhi pondered for a moment and agreed with his idea.
"Xiao San, once you've confirmed the departure time, Uncle Gu and I will accompany you. There are some other matters that I need to discuss with Sect Master Tang."
Tang San already knew Ning Fengzhi's character of not getting up early without profit. However, with Ning Fengzhi and Bone Douluo on this trip, the chances of success would be greater.
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On the other side, Han Yu, after finishing his affairs, came to Hanhai City alone.
The sea was huge, and without an experienced captain to lead the way, Han Yu had to rely on flying on his own, so it was difficult for him to accurately find the location of the Sea God Island. He might even be attacked by soul beasts along the way.
Hanhai City, as the largest city on the coast of Tiandou Empire, was already quite prosperous before the Canaan Chamber of Commerce came. Now that the Canaan Chamber of Commerce helps fishermen to digest their catch, the fishing industry and the supporting commercial system here are much more developed than before.
Entering the city, the air is filled with the salty aroma of seawater. Standing on a high point, you can even easily see the coastline in the distance.
If transportation in Douluo Continent were not underdeveloped, this would definitely be a great tourist city.
"It's a really nice place, very suitable for retirement." Han Yu chuckled in his heart.
Before he could walk far, a young man in business attire approached him and asked, "Sir, are you here to do business in Hanhai City?"
"Why do you say that?" Han Yu glanced at him and said casually.
He knew the man's attire; it was the work uniform of Wuhun Bank, which he had designed himself.
The young man pushed up his glasses and introduced respectfully, "Sir, judging from your attire, you must be from another place. You have an extraordinary bearing, and you must be a wealthy businessman."
"We, the Spirit Hall Bank, have opened an exchange in the city. I am the broker of the exchange, and you can call me Xiao Chen. Everything that is legally salable in Hanhai City can be bought at the exchange. I wonder if you have time to go with me for a tour."
Exchange, this was not Han Yu’s idea.
One year after the establishment of Wuhun Bank, Bibi Dong set up exchanges in some cities where there were no large chambers of commerce. Their role was similar to that of the Canaan Chamber of Commerce, which was to rectify the market, unify local prices, and create a good business environment.
As for the "broker" in front of him, if Han Yu spends money in the exchange, he can get a commission of one point of the transaction amount, which is considered a high-income job. But the premise is that you can make the boss spend money under your leadership.
Han Yu thought for a while. He needed to find a boat. If he went directly to the dock, he would be cheated and might run into pirate ships. Although he was not afraid, it would be troublesome to get lost in the deep sea.
"Lead the way."
"Okay." The young man named Chen walked quickly to Han Yu with an enthusiastic look on his face.
"Sir, may I know your last name?"
“Han.”
"Okay, Mr. Han, you can buy anything in Hanhai City in our exchange. And it comes with pictures. If you buy bulk commodities, as long as the transaction amount is sufficient, we will also give you extra storage soul guides."
Along the way, the young man surnamed Chen introduced many local specialties. But Han Yu showed little interest in this. After an incense stick, the two came to a magnificent building.
The exchange is divided into three floors. The first floor is the lobby. In order to highlight its grandeur, the height of the exchange lobby is more than ten meters. People coming and going and talking inside make it quite noisy.
The second floor is a private room with a much quieter environment. The third floor is the auction room, which is usually not open.
After the brief introduction, the young man named Chen couldn't help but look at Han Yu.
Transactions can be made on the first floor, but the transaction amount is usually small. If he can go to the second floor, he can get a considerable commission.
Han Yu thought for a while and said, "I need a soul-guided submersible or a soul-guided ship. In addition, I also need to charter a boat and go to the deep sea."
Hearing this, the young man surnamed Chen felt embarrassed and quickly explained: "Mr. Han, chartering a boat is no problem. But the soul-guided submersible or soul-guided boat you mentioned are only available at auctions. I don't have the right to sell them directly to you. Please take a look..."
"When does the auction start?" Han Yu asked.
The young man surnamed Chen said with a bitter look on his face, "Mr. Han, unfortunately, the auction just ended yesterday. The next one will have to wait until a month later."
Han Yu wasn't here on vacation, so he certainly couldn't wait for a month.
However, in the eyes of the locals, these soul-guided ships and soul-guided submarines are completely tasteless. Just imagine, which captain who can go out to sea does not have a sea map in his mind? And the soul-guided ship is small in size and cannot withstand strong winds and waves, so what is the use of it? As for the soul-guided submarine, it is even more useless. When sailing underwater, you can't see the sea conditions at all, and the slightest mistake will cause it to deviate. Moreover, the soul-guided submarine is not that strong, and ordinary thousand-year-old soul beasts can destroy it.
If these two items were put up for auction, they would just be extras at best, and it is highly likely that no one would buy them.
Thinking of this, Han Yu threw a token into the hands of the young man named Chen.
"It doesn't matter if you can't do it. Take this token to your boss and ask him to find a way to fix it."
"This..." The young man surnamed Chen did not recognize the token at first. After looking at it for a few more times, his pupils shrank a lot in an instant, and he said in a trembling voice: "Subordinate, meet the elder."
As a member of the Spirit Hall, the young man named Chen had received training in this area, but he still did not recognize the token at first.
"Elder Han, please follow me to the VIP room first. I will call Director Wang over later."
Han Yu did not refuse.
Entering the second floor of the exchange, the environment here is in sharp contrast to the lobby. Not only is there no noise, the floor here is also quite clean and there is no odor.
"Don't tell anyone about my affairs, and don't reveal them to anyone else, understand?"
"Yes, I will obey Elder Han's orders."
As a broker of the exchange, his ability to read people's expressions was naturally not bad. The young man surnamed Chen did not dare to neglect him and quickly arranged for someone to bring Hanhai City's specialty fruits to Han Yu.
After doing all this, he quickly went to Manager Wang's office. When he handed the token to Manager Wang, the latter jumped out of his seat and quickly came to the VIP room where Han Yu was.
Manager Wang held the token with both hands with a respectful look on his face and handed it to Han Yu.
Looking at the bald middle-aged man, Han Yu said calmly: "My request should have been told to you by Xiao Chen just now."
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Manager Wang rubbed his hands and said flatteringly, "My Lord Elder, I have already told you what I have told you. I have already sent someone to the warehouse to get it. As for chartering a boat, I have also sent someone to look for it. I guarantee that you will be satisfied."
Although the soul-guided submarine and soul-guided ship were unique items at the auction, they had never been bought by anyone. Manager Wang took them out by relying on his authority and gave them to Han Yu as a favor. Naturally, he had his own ideas.
With the privileges, these people are incredibly efficient in doing things.
In just one cup of tea, the staff of the exchange found the two items from the warehouse, and Manager Wang personally handed them to Han Yu.
"Master Elder, this is what you want."
On the tray covered with red cloth, there were two toy-sized soul-guided submersibles and soul-guided boats. The reduced size made it easy to carry and put into soul-guided devices. Once soul power was injected, it would quickly return to its original size.
According to Manager Wang, they bought these two items from a child. They thought they had found a bargain, but they didn't expect that they couldn't sell them at all.
"Name your price. I won't take my own people's things for free." Han Yu accepted the two soul guides and spoke casually.
"This..." Manager Wang hesitated for a moment.
He originally intended to give it to Han Yu as a favor in exchange for his future promotion opportunities. But he didn't understand Han Yu's temper after all, and if he was self-defeating, it would be troublesome.
After thinking for a moment, he said, "Elder, I bought these two soul guides for two gold soul coins. They have been on the auction for so long and have not been sold, which proves that they are not worth that much money. Why don't you just give me the cost price?"
Han Yu smiled faintly and casually threw over a check for one hundred gold soul coins.
Don't ask, the minimum check limit is one hundred gold soul coins.
"Thank you, Elder." Manager Wang would not ask for change and ask for trouble.
Of course, he "returned" the extra ninety-eight gold soul coins to Han Yu in another way.
Manager Wang just whispered something to the waiter, and soon, the waiters brought plates of expensive fruits.
…
Half an hour later, the waiter brought a dark-skinned man into the private room.
Manager Wang introduced: "Sir, let me introduce you to Captain Haider. His ship often goes in and out of the deep sea. You need to charter a ship, right? Captain Haider has the ability to do so."
Haider took off the hood on his forehead, bowed slightly and said: "I am Captain Haider of the Sea Devil. Dear nobleman, I am honored to serve you."
Haider, the name sounds familiar.
Han Yu did not speak in a hurry, but in the eyes of Manager Wang, it was seen as dissatisfaction with Haider.
He said quickly: "Sir, Captain Haider is a famous captain in Hanhai City. If you are not satisfied, I can..."
Han Yu waved his hand. Just now, he remembered who the other person was.
Captain Haider is a member of the Purple Pearl Pirates. Not only does Purple Pearl have an abnormal sexual orientation, but none of the pirates under her are good people.
It is true that Haider was able to lead the fleet into the deep sea, but many people were robbed by him along the way.
Thinking of this, Han Yu smiled and asked, "Captain Haider, let me ask you, do you know the Purple Pearl Pirates?"
Hearing this, Haider's eyes flashed with a hint of panic, but he quickly calmed down, "You are joking, sir. We, the sailors, know the name of the Purple Pearl Pirates."
Manager Wang was even more angry and said, "Your Excellency, you don't know that this group of pirates is extremely rampant and has robbed our Spirit Hall merchant ships several times. If it weren't for the incompetence of the Empire's navy, the pirates would have been wiped out long ago."
Han Yu smiled and said, "Oh? It seems that Director Wang hates pirates. What are you doing here, guard? Capture Haider!"
The two guards following Haider looked at each other, not understanding why Han Yu would issue such an order. Moreover, they did not know Han Yu's identity, and their eyes turned to Director Wang at the same time.
Haider had no doubts, knowing that his identity would be exposed and he would die. He rushed to Manager Wang and grabbed his neck with one hand. The sea snake spirit behind him emerged immediately. Five soul rings of yellow, purple, and purple appeared under his feet.
"With the strength of a Soul King, it seems that you have a high status in the Purple Pearl Pirates." Han Yu said lightly.
"So what if I'm discovered by you? Once I'm on the sea, no one can do anything to me." Haider snorted coldly.
He never figured out how his identity, which he had worked so hard to build for so long, was exposed? Moreover, he clearly remembered that Han Yu had never been on his ship.
Seeing that Supervisor Wang had become a hostage, the guards quickly surrounded him, but they did not dare to take the next step for fear of angering Haider.
"Haider, you are actually a pirate." Manager Wang looked extremely ugly.
In the past, many wealthy businessmen wanted to go sightseeing in the sea, but he personally sent them to the hands of pirates.
(End of this chapter)