Records of the Human Emperor Chapter 20: The Unconventional Right to Distribution

Chapter 20: The Unconventional Right to Distribution

“How do you all intend to sell the Hyderabad ore?”

Wang Chong lifted his head up and asked.

“We don’t intend on selling the ores directly. Firstly, we don’t accept Wu Zhu coins, copper coins, or silver taels. The currency in the Central Plains is not accepted in Sindhu. However, we can accept gold and jewelry!”

The two monks said.

Wang Chong nodded his head. As this was similar with the other foreign traders from the Western Region, he wasn’t surprised by this demand.

“Other than that, we only sell by batches. If gongzi simply wants to buy a few to play with due to the novelty of the object, please pardon us but we won’t be able to sell it to you. If that’s the case, it would be best if you leave.”

Gradually, a stern expression appeared on the faces of the two monks. They had traveled great distance not just to earn a few spare change. Rather, they hoped to find a wealthy buyer for their commodity.

This was the mission given to them.

“Finally, if a deal is struck, at least half of the payment must be paid using rations. This is also the most important term of all, as well as the prerequisite for our trade. Only if one can do this will we view him as our collaborator.”

“Furthermore, you and your family will earn the respect and gratitude of us Sindhis. We, from Hyderabad, will also supply you with the ore continuously!”

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The two Sindhi monks said with a serious expression.

“Ah?”

Wang Chong exclaimed. He was surprised by their conditions.

He could understand why they wouldn’t accept Wu Zhu coins, copper and silver currency. However, it was beyond Wang Chong’s expectation for them to demand to offer half of the payment in terms of rations.

Who uses rations for payment?

Initially, Wang Chong thought that the two monks were joking. However, upon seeing their serious expression, Wang Chong knew that they meant what they said.

“Why would this be?”

Wang Chong was baffled. This was the weirdest trading terms he had heard before. However, looking into the ga

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