Of course, before officially starting the conversation, Lin Ke still needs to make some preparations.
He first thought of what Remheb said during his report.
......
"When visiting the Hanging Gardens, the Mayan Lord Bigtik was so shocked that he accidentally stepped on a... well, a precious flower from the miracle."
"He begs your forgiveness, and has sent many valuables."
......
Lin Ke's eyes rolled around, and he slightly adjusted his crown of the two kings and his clothes.
But instead of arranging them neatly, they are slightly messy.
Because he planned to use the fact that the Mayan Lord had trampled on flowers during the spectacle to force the other party to agree to his request.
After all, Holy Egypt now needs luxury resources such as cocoa beans, which can not only improve happiness and increase population, but also increase income.
Therefore, Lin Ke deliberately messed up his crown of the two kings and his clothes a little bit, so that he would look like he had just been angry.
Link knew the temper of the Mayan Lord Bigtik. If he spoke directly, the other party would probably evade the question.
Lin Ke could also understand from this pound of cocoa beans that the output of this resource is not large.
Then the other party is even less likely to give Lin Ke what he wants.
So, you can't force it! You have to make the other person feel that he owes you something.
Of course, Lin Ke couldn't directly point out the other party's behavior in the [Sky Garden], otherwise the Mayan leader would be embarrassed and might even turn against him.
It would be best to remind him in a roundabout way so that he would feel insecure.
Then talk about these wonders of Holy Egypt, and it would be best to ask the other party what he thinks of the [Hanging Gardens], and then sigh and talk about how precious the flowers, plants and bricks and stones in this place are.
Then, look at the expression of Mayan Lord Bigtik.
When the other party was nervous, Lin Ke got straight to the point and praised the jewellery he had sent.
Wait until the end to mention the cocoa matter.
If the other party has a good attitude and does not seem to be in a difficult situation, it means that the other party does not value this resource. This is the best result.
If the other party hesitates and seems to be in a difficult situation, it means that cocoa beans are also very important to him.
If such a situation occurs, Linke plans to tell Maya's lord Bigtik about his thoughts.
Of course, it is not about telling everything, but telling the other party that if they are willing to help, they can make money together, and Holy Egypt and Maya can become allies and partners with closer cooperation.
Give the other person face, but the other person is originally feeling guilty.
If Lin Ke gives some more benefits, this matter will most likely be settled!
It’s hard to refuse!
However, Lin Ke naturally prepared for the worst.
That is, the other party was unmoved and refused to listen to any of Lin Ke's opinions.
If that was the case, he planned to send a large number of [Scouts] to investigate the rainforest area where the Mayan Kingdom was located.
Although it may take more time, it is only a matter of time before such luxury land is found.
At this time, Lin Ke called up the civilization panel again and entered the diplomatic interface.
He clicked on the civilization avatar labeled "Maya".
A menu immediately popped up on the civilization panel, with two options:
"Make a deal", "Make a request".
He chose "Make a Request", and then the picture on the civilization panel began to change...
The other side.
In the Mayan rain forest.
The Mayan lord Bigtik sat on a stone chair in the palace with a frown on his face.
He supported his forehead with both hands and let out a long sigh from time to time.
The Mayan soldiers stood far away, not daring to approach, for fear of bringing bad luck to the great lord.
The high priest had just finished today's prayers and walked over, holding a wooden staff carved with the pattern of Quetzalcoatl.
As soon as he saw Bigtick, he realized that the atmosphere was wrong.
So he stopped and looked at Bigtick, who was sighing, with a frown on his face.
Finally, he couldn't help but speak: "Great Lord, what's wrong with you?"
"You have been sighing and groaning since you came back from Holy Egypt."
"Is it because of the fatigue of the journey, or are you being ignored over there?"
Bigtik raised his head and glanced at the high priest with complicated eyes. He sighed heavily and then said slowly: "High priest, I went to Holy Egypt and saw the three places they called 'miracles'."
"One of them is called the Hanging Gardens. It is a wonder that soars into the sky, with gurgling water and lush greenery. Ah, it is simply beyond description."
"But do you know? Saint Egypt has become so powerful in such a short time!"
"Their capital is well-organized, and although the granaries are not full, everyone can have enough to eat."
"Their armies are arrayed like a forest, and their miracles are so spectacular!"
"I stood on the high platform in the garden with only one thought in my mind."
"Why don't we in Maya have such a presence?!"
The high priest frowned slightly when he heard this: "But Holy Egypt is our ally. Isn't it a good thing for us if they are strong?"
"The two countries have good relations and often have exchanges."
"The stronger Holy Egypt becomes, the more solid our alliance will be, right?"
But Bigtik shook his head, his face becoming even more worried.
Even his voice revealed a hint of annoyance: "You make it sound easy, but it's not that simple."
"When I was visiting that miracle, something terrible happened."
"I was walking in a hurry and didn't pay attention to my steps, so I stepped on a few flowers."
"The flower was in full bloom, as red as fire. I stepped on it and the petals scattered all over the ground."
"Among the people who accompanied me in Saint Egypt, there was a young clerk standing next to me. You didn't see his expression..."
When the Mayan Lord Bigtik said this, he just rubbed his palms on his face.
"He stared at me with his eyes as big as copper bells. I was so frightened that I broke out in a cold sweat."
"We were the first group of people invited by His Majesty the Saint Pharaoh, and yet I was the only one who got into trouble like this!"
"Neither I nor the other party said anything at the time, but I knew in my heart that he must have remembered it."
"Then I thought, this garden is their miracle. What if I step on it and the news gets to Saint Pharaoh?"
"We have just established a good relationship with Holy Egypt, and we cannot let it be affected by my mistake."
"I had no choice but to send a bunch of stuff over, hoping that Saint Pharaoh would not let this affect our alliance."
After hearing this, the high priest nodded, his tone still calm: "I see."
"My Lord, you really worry too much."
"The Holy Pharaoh is famous for his generosity. How could he argue with you over a few flowers?"
"Besides, you sent something over. Doesn't that show your sincerity? They have gained something. Why would they keep harping on such a small matter?"
But Lord Maya just sighed again.
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