But they stayed in cages and didn't participate in the fights, they had no money to earn, couldn't send money home, and had no freedom in life.
Therefore, every slave hopes that there will be a kind-hearted employer who will buy them. Those slaves who are bought will generally work hard when they come to the employer's paradise home because they have experienced the test of hell.
When Murong Xiao appeared in the slave market in a heroic manner, wearing a moon-white gown and with his black silky hair tied behind his head with a moon-white jade ring, the servants running around had already set their eyes on Murong Xiao, the fat piece of meat, with shining eyes.
"Hey, Master, be careful!" Several runners rushed towards Murong Xiao at the same time, hunched over and rushed to take Murong Xiao's horse. They asked with a smile, "I wonder if Master is here to watch the fights or to buy slaves today?"
"Sir, there's an exciting fight going on in the arena today. I'll take you there."
"Master, my family has the best slaves in the slave market. You are obviously of noble status, and only my slaves are worthy of you."
"Master, the slaves in the arena today belong to me. Why don't you go watch a fierce competition and place a bet? If you win, won't you have more money to buy slaves?"
Moreover, the slaves we have on the field today are all good quality. As long as they can win this fight, you can buy them back if you like them."
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Before Murong Xiao dismounted, nearly ten runners had already surrounded him from below, all with attentive smiles on their faces, wanting to take down Murong Xiao, the piece of fat meat they had taken a fancy to at first sight.
"Stop arguing!" Murong Xiao said, and a chill air instantly filled the air.
Those guys running around make a living by looking at people's faces. Although sponsors like Murong Xiao are rich, they definitely have tempers that they cannot control, so they all shut up wisely and wait for the sponsor's choice.
Murong Xiao dismounted and said to the group of people running in front of him, "This young master will be getting married soon. The newly built mansion needs a lot of guards, so you don't have to worry. This young master will select your best slaves from each family one by one."
Seeing everyone's eyes light up, Murong Xiao pointed at one of them and asked, "You said your slave will participate in the gladiatorial contest today?"
The runner who was called nodded immediately and said, "Yes, sir. My master acquired a group of slaves some time ago, and today they will go into battle against tigers. There are 22 strong slaves in this group, and they have a great chance of defeating the tigers. As guards, they will definitely catch your eye. If you can afford the price, these slaves will be yours!"
Murong smiled and nodded, "Take me in!"
"Okay, sir, please come in!"
The runner led Murong Xiao's horse to the groom beside him. The groom tied the horse to the post and took a tag from it and gave it to Murong Xiao.
Murong Xiao tossed the tag in his hand and raised his brows slightly.
After nearly a decade of operation, this slave market has become very powerful and mature. Even something as small as a customer's horse can be managed as properly as modern parking.
This market was supervised by the imperial court. The owner was responsible for building, operating and providing the market. It was then rented by countless slave owners who brought their slaves here for display.
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(Updated on September 17th)
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