The other side.
News about the Saladin delegation appeared on Lin Ke’s civilization panel.
"I have sent you a delegation bearing gifts of the sweetest fruits, rare snow to cool you on the hottest days, and the finest horses."
"This is all our good intentions, please accept it."
Then, some options appeared in the civilization panel.
"Your delegation is very welcome."
"Our capital is currently closed to visitors."
"goodbye."
Lin Ke looked at the option "Goodbye" and raised the corner of his mouth slightly, and then he chose the option "Your delegation is very welcome."
He knew very well that this was a sign of Saladin's goodwill towards him, which at least represented a good omen.
Lin Ke looked at the message sent by Saladin on the civilization panel and knew that this was a signal from the other party expressing respect and hoping to establish a good relationship.
Meanwhile, outside the palace, Saladin is talking to Marashiya.
"Please convey my respects to the Holy Pharaoh."
Saladin said, his tone sincere.
"These are some gifts I brought from Arabia. They are the most precious specialties of our nation. I hope they can express my respect for the Holy Pharaoh."
Marasia bowed slightly and ordered the Amazon warrior next to her to take them all.
"Your Majesty Saladin, His Majesty the Holy Pharaoh will surely be delighted by these precious gifts!"
"Please follow me."
Passing through the richly decorated corridor, they soon arrived at where Lin Ke was.
Lin Ke sat upright on the throne. When he saw Saladin coming, he slowly stood up.
Saladin walked slowly forward and performed a formal ceremony.
"Your Majesty the Holy Pharaoh."
“May peace and prosperity be with you forever.”
Lin Ke stood up to greet him and extended his hand to motion for him to take a seat.
"Your Majesty Saladin, thank you for your visit."
"I have heard many legendary stories about you, and today I finally have the honor of meeting you in person."
Saladin sat down in the designated seat: "It is also my honor, Your Majesty the Holy Pharaoh."
Then, Lin Ke signaled the waiter to serve the drinks: "Thank you very much for your generous gift."
“Try our Holy Egypt Date Bar, made with the finest dates for a smooth and aromatic taste.”
Saladin took the crystal cup and tasted it gently: "It's delicious."
“It reminds me of a drink from home.”
He continued, his eyes narrowed slightly: "In our place, there is a drink called Kahewa, which is made from roasted grains and spices. It has a strong and fragrant taste."
"There is also a juice called Tamar, which is squeezed from the sweetest dates and is as thick as honey."
When Lin Ke heard this, she just nodded and smiled.
"It sounds very good. Maybe next time we meet, you can bring some for us to taste."
Saladin responded: "It must be so."
Then, he asked curiously, "I wonder if the Holy Pharaoh has ever heard of a drink called cocoa? In our far western territories, it is said that this precious drink can make people feel relaxed and happy."
When Lin Ke heard this, his eyes widened slightly: "Of course, cocoa beans are produced in the rainforest and are regarded as treasures by local tribes."
Saladin nodded: "That's right, Your Majesty the Holy Pharaoh."
“In Arabia, cocoa beans are really considered a treasure.”
"But I have heard caravan leaders mention that the beans make an invigorating drink."
"If I have the chance to find this kind of beans, I will definitely bring it to make a drink and share it with His Majesty the Saint Pharaoh."
When Lin Ke heard this, he just smiled slightly.
He had already built a plantation on a plot of land in Maya and planted cocoa beans.
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"Your Majesty Saladin, you may not know that Holy Egypt is already trying to grow this crop."
Saladin was slightly surprised when he heard this: "Really?"
"I thought this plant only grew in the rainforest. How could cocoa beans be grown in the desert of Holy Egypt?"
Lin Ke just shook his head: "We planted it in the rainforest. I reached an agreement with the Mayan lord Bigtik to make a profit together."
Saladin shook his head when he heard this, and said in amazement: "The wisdom of His Majesty the Holy Pharaoh is truly admirable! To be able to cultivate such a rare treasure requires a unique vision!"
The Holy Pharaoh signaled his servant to bring the cocoa drink over: "Try it."
"I had one prepared."
Several waiters quickly left, and after a while they came back with an exquisite silver pot and two small ceramic cups.
The silver pot has a unique shape, with a spherical body, a flat bottom and a slender spout.
The waiter skillfully poured the liquid from the pot into the cup, exuding a unique and rich aroma.
It is neither the bitterness of coffee nor the freshness of tea, but a complex smell between nuts and flowers.
"Try it. If you like it, I will teach you how to make it."
Saladin took the cup with both hands, first observed it carefully, then sniffed the aroma gently, and finally tasted it carefully.
After taking the first bite, his eyebrows raised slightly, then slowly expanded, and an expression of surprise and pleasure appeared on his face.
“What a wonderful taste.”
He exclaimed and took a few more sips.
“It tastes a little bitter at first, but then a warm sweetness spreads in the mouth.”
“It’s just that the aftertaste…it’s a little hard to describe, but it makes me want to drink another glass.”
Seeing that the other party was satisfied, Lin Ke continued, "This is the wonder of it. Although it was originally considered a medicinal drink with refreshing effects, I now find that it is more suitable for enjoying in the afternoon or evening."
"This can relax the mind and is good for thinking."
Saladin took another sip and closed his eyes to savor it: "Indeed."
He opened his eyes and stared at the liquid in the cup: "If it can be mass-produced, it will surely cause countries to compete to buy it."
Lin Ke smiled again and said frankly: "We have been able to produce in batches and have tried to sell them in Cairo."
Saladin put down the cup and widened his eyes: "What is the benefit?"
Lin Ke's smile only rose a little: "Very good!"
"In just half a day, all the cocoa was sold out."
"Your Majesty Saladin, if you like, please accept these cocoa beans."
"Consider it as a gift for us to meet you."
Just then, the guards brought out two large boxes, and the bags inside were all filled with cocoa beans.
In the civilization panel, Arabia's favorable impression of Holy Egypt immediately increased a lot.
"How can this be so embarrassing, Your Majesty the Holy Pharaoh!"
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