Chapter 24 The Traveler's Caravan
Ling Yu continued to stroll along the street, and unknowingly came to a relatively quiet neighborhood.
This place is equivalent to the backyard of those lively shops that are endless all night. Generally speaking, it is not a tourist area, so it seems a bit deserted. However, compared to the nights where most other cities are silent like death, it is still a world of difference and bustling.
Although there are no tourists, the busy figures of staff from major shops and chambers of commerce shuttle through this street, giving a vibrant scene.
If there is a caravan that wants to set out, you can get the most timely news here.
"Huh? Isn't this Mr. Xiao Ling?" A familiar voice suddenly came from behind, "Why are you interested in coming here? Are you going to choose what materials? Leave it to me."
The opportunity is here...
Ling Yu's mouth raised slightly, and he immediately turned around and faced the person who was talking - it was the fat uncle from yesterday afternoon. Well, what was his name? Ling Yu had never noticed it before, so he nodded awkwardly and skipped the title: "Late... well, good morning. I didn't come here to buy anything."
The fat uncle obviously also understood Ling Yu's temper and face-blind attributes, so he didn't care. He had a unique gentle smile on his round face: "It's not about buying things, but there's something else? Brother Tong, no matter what I say, I'm also the big shopkeeper of Chaoyang Trading Company, even if you say you're welcome."
He introduced himself implicitly, and the fat uncle Tongzi enthusiastically called Ling Yu to sit in his shop. Although Ling Yu looked very young last year - of course, his body was indeed only seventeen years old - but Tongzi knew the ability of this young man, which was the genius level that could perfectly copy the works of beautiful craftsman Zhang Wenjie! No matter where he was placed, he was a talent worthy of winning.
Moreover, the professions of craftsman are famous for being rich, and they are also famous for their ability to spend money. They bring an craftsman into the store and then solve the sales for half a month... Similar jokes have been circulating in the circle of merchants. This has also made Zenouru's merchants develop the habit of entertaining craftsman enthusiastically.
Of course, Ling Yu also knew about these things. In the past, he didn't mind accepting the kindness and entertainment of these merchants, but today he was not in the mood to spend too much time on it.
"Sorry, I'm leaving this city." Ling Yu said apologetically, "I'm looking for a caravan to leave by the way."
The fat uncle was a little stunned for a moment, and was a little caught off guard by the news. However, he did not gossip and wanted to find out any further inside information. After his thoughts were full of thought, a smug smile appeared on his face.
"Oh, that's it... Brother, I happened to know that there was a caravan going to set off. It was dawn, and the time was a bit urgent, I don't know you..."
"That's it!" Ling Yu's eyes lit up, "I'm planning to set off right away, seeing that my luggage is packed." He raised his hand and showed the not-tooth-large handbag.
"Oh~~" The fat uncle's eyes lit up in an instant, looking at his handbag as if he had seen a peerless beauty, "Can this be the legendary..."
Ling Yu interrupted him helplessly: "No, it's not a legendary prop. This is the equipment I made for myself - the laboratory bench."
The fat uncle opened his mouth as if he wanted to refute, but he seemed to be trying to complain, but Ling Yi stopped the next language.
"If possible, please tell me where to find the caravan that is about to set out?"
The fat uncle changed his mind instantly: "Oh, this... is actually not a secret, but this caravan is a bit special, and usually no one wants to take their ride. But Mr. Xiao Ling, you will definitely be fine."
Ling Yu immediately remembered a rumored caravan. Because he had basically never left the city, he had never paid much attention to information on this. However, this caravan only heard relevant rumors no matter what.
The fat uncle saw Ling Yu's expression and his face became more and more proud: "Yes, it's the Traveler's caravan! Although my brother's Chaoyang Trading Company is not very impressive, he is also one of the business partners of Traveler!"
As he said that, he took Ling Yu to the deepest direction of the street.
"Mr. Xiao Ling must also know the special situation of that caravan? Although it is a caravan, its real strength is not inferior to that of the night watchman's patrol team. This caravan does not accept ordinary citizens to ride on rides. They only accept strong people like witch hunters or independent adventurers. Brother, I am a bit of a shame and can arrange people to join, but talents like Mr. Xiao Ling will ask you to join, right?"
"Uh, you've been over the award..."
Following the fat uncle all the way to a wide courtyard, the lights were illuminated like daytime. Many people were busy in the courtyard. Near the gate leading to the street outside the city, there were a total of ten medium-sized outdoor walking cars parked. Most of the staff were working around these vehicles, and a tense and orderly atmosphere was lingering in the air.
On the other side of the yard, a team of twelve strong men wearing the same combat uniform were lined up to patrol. That was the escort of the caravan. Although it was a patrol, there was obviously no need to be so cautious on their own territory. These warriors who had experienced many battles should be warming up before they set off.
Ling Yu looked at the guards carefully, but just like he was a face-blind, Ling Yu didn't have much experience in "looking at people". If Teacher Xu Piao or any other instructor came, he would definitely be able to interpret a lot of information from the every move of these guards. But Ling Yu could only reach the conclusion that "they are basically veterans of a hundred battles." On the contrary, as an essayer, he saw at a glance the combat suits on them. This was the latest product launched at the beginning of this year. If a complete set of equipment is equipped, it would cost at least millions!
I can only say that the Traveler is indeed the richest man in the world! The Traveler's House is indeed the most rustic witch hunter studio! The Traveler's Chamber of Commerce is indeed the most profitable chamber of commerce!
"Boss Tong is here, welcome!" At this time, an energetic old man came over.
"Where are there." The fat uncle hurriedly greeted him, "It's really offensive to come to visit at this time. It's really an offense to disturb your work."
The old man with gray hair is Dyke, the head of this caravan, and the captain of the guard team. It is said that he is also the vice president of the Traveler's House and the person who travelers trust the most. In short, his power is indeed not something that fat uncle can treat equally with copper coins.
The old man smiled peacefully and said, "It's not a disturbance, it's just a routine job. The young men are doing well, so I don't need to bother."
As he said that, he handed a piece of dark blue crystal in his hand to a clerk passing by: "Put this into the container of the third car."
The fat uncle immediately smiled: "Sir Traveler still likes to collect gems so much."
"Yes, if Boss Copper has any high-quality gems, he can sell them to us directly."
The two of them socialized for a few words, and the fat uncle also took the opportunity to explain his intentions in the future. Ling Yu, who was not good at socializing, was waiting for their negotiations to end.
However, the fat uncle was obviously humble just now, and Old Dyke just glanced at Ling Yu casually and agreed to join the caravan and set off together.
The fat uncle's face is far more reliable than he said.
After settling down, the fat uncle said goodbye to Ling Yu, and then left reluctantly... Perhaps it was because he was sad because he had lost a high-quality business partner, or perhaps because of the bracelet talisman that Ling Yu gave him just now as a reward.
Chapter completed!