Lord of Arcane

Chapter 641 Collecting Tea Seeds Hints at Opportunities
After the main meal, Chateau did not serve Orepus with fruit, but served him with "Bonu raw leaves" from Orepus himself.

After three cups and two cups, Xia Duo finally got to the point. He held the teacup with three fingers and slowly rotated it in front of his eyes, but his eyes passed through the teacup and landed on the opposite elf:

"Orepus patriarch, although this Bonu original leaf is good tea, but there are only these, it is a pity!"

Orepus was slightly taken aback. He didn't know whether Lord Xiaduo wanted more tea or something else, but no matter which one was at great risk to him, he could only pretend that he didn't understand, and said vaguely :
"The original leaves of Bonu are really good, but even in Comanthor, not all elves can drink them. Speaking of which, this kind of tea has something to do with you, Lord Xiaduo!"

"Oh?"

Although he knew that the other party was changing the subject, Xia Duo was still attracted by the "related to him" in Orepus's mouth, so he took advantage of the situation and asked, "Clan chief Orepus, can you explain in detail?"

"of course can!"

Orepus put down his teacup and explained seriously, "Speaking of tea, the elves have had the habit of drinking tea a long time ago, and the source has long been unverifiable, but this Bonu tea has only become popular in the past ten thousand years. Yes, before St. Nordel went to the Eastern country and Eastern legends spread, Easterners often appeared in the Northland, and Bonu tea was brought by them."

At this point, Oreps paused, and continued: "The word 'Bonu' has a very old history, and its original meaning has long been lost. Now it is only used to refer to 'Bonu tea'."

"Bonu? Orient?"

Various Elvish words in Xia Duo's mind flew up and down and collided fiercely, and finally a long string of characters popped up. He used a tone that was different from modern Elvish, and quickly said: "bo-susi-art-enus! "

After that, it was repeated several times in a row until it was completely transformed into modern Elven language.

When Orepus heard this, his eyes widened immediately, and his long ears trembled, obviously very surprised, "Lord Xiaduo, I didn't expect you to be proficient in ancient elf language?"

What surprised him even more was that just now he understood the origin and meaning of the word "Bonu"!
Seeing Orepus' surprised and excited appearance, Xia Duo himself was not excited at all. He knew that he was just taking advantage of the projection of the ancient elven kingdom. In fact, he didn't have much research on elven language.

Just speak and write.

The so-called "Bonu" is actually the modern abbreviation of the phrase "guests from the east in the early morning" in the language of the ancient elf kingdom Maierita. (There is only one set of mainstream Elvish language, but the pronunciation varies from country to country, and also from ancient to modern times)
He would not have thought of this if he hadn't known the Mayerita language, and if Orepus hadn't told him that Bonu tea came from the East.

In fact, his interpretation is not necessarily the real historical origin, but it is just satisfied in this situation.

And since "Bonu" is interpreted as "guests from the East in the early morning", no matter whether Orepus's claim that "Bonu tea originated from the East" is a commercial tout or a fact, Chateau It is a matter of course for this "Orientaler" to inquire about the seeds of the Bonu tea tree, or even search for them directly.

Therefore, Xia Duo didn't go around in circles, and went straight to the point, "Chief Orepus, I like this kind of Bonu tea from my hometown very much, uh—I miss it very much, cough—I hope Patriarch Orepus can help me. Gather a few Bonu tea trees."

"..."

Orepus was a little dumbfounded, he made a big circle, and finally got himself in, "Lord Xiaduo, this—"

"Patriarch Orepus, is this difficult?" Xia Duo pretended to be ignorant and said casually.

Of course it's difficult!

Let’s not talk about the Drow War that Comanso is currently facing. Even if there is no such thing as the exodus of the Bonu tea tree, it is an extremely serious crime. Once it is exposed, the Silver Leaf family will not only return to Comanso, but also whether they can live is a problem !
It's almost just that Orepus didn't say these words directly. He looked around and wanted to perfunctory, but Xia Duo had already set his sights on this, so how could it be possible for him to pass the test easily.

However, Xia Duo also knew that it would be difficult for someone to directly instigate others to betray him. He provided a convenient way for Orepus, "Chief Orepus, do you think those elves who came to the territory of Nether would carry tea trees with them?" Seed, this is already outside Comanso, as long as it is secret enough, how can you know it in your country?"

Detection spells are not omnipotent, and there are many preventive measures. What's more, there may not be elves staring at this area. Otherwise, it would not be so easy to let a large number of elves enter Netheril, and the control has been ruled out in advance Items gone.

When Orepus heard it, he felt that it made sense, and the risk would be greatly reduced by obtaining it through other elves, but he still hesitated, "This is not good——"

"What's wrong? It's just a normal transaction, and it's not forced to buy and sell. In addition, the patriarch of Orepus also knows that I prefer to study ancient elven society, ancient elven languages, ancient books, ancient magic tools, etc. Yes, please also pay attention to Patriarch Orepus for me."

"Um--"

Orepus was a little timid at the beginning, but when he heard about the ancient books and ancient magic tools, he immediately understood Xia Duo's intentions, and at the same time, a flame of greed ignited in his heart.

The so-called "ancient books, ancient artifacts" are just human beings. In the concept of elves, this can actually be called another name - "inherited classics, handed down treasures"!
Orepus knew that the Yinye family's heritage was shallow, and if there were no special opportunities, the family would not have produced even a single high-ranking mage in 1 years.

And now, maybe it is a special opportunity!
As far as he knew clearly, the Yuexilan family who also came to Savile Town had the highest inheritance, at least part of it, and they, who had the name "Yue", had a deeper heritage than the Yinye family.

And right now, when families like Yuexilan are at their weakest, they don't even have an elite mage, but the Yinye family has them.

If they can "trade" some background information from them, the Silver Leaf family may have greater development in the future.

However, Orepus was not blinded by the illusion of family growth, he was well aware of the risks involved, and who knew if those families would have one or two powerful family heirlooms in their hands!

If it is possible to trade peacefully, it is best to trade peacefully.If not, he, who has already been aroused, is willing to gamble back the probability of the family's rise.

Just like this, you have to be more careful.

Thinking of this, Orepus looked at Xia Duo with extremely complicated eyes. If there is no Lord Xia Duo, it is just his own thought, and only his own family knows about it, how great it would be!

pity--

"Lord Xiaduo, I am willing to find Bonu tea seeds for you, but I also hope that Lord Xiaduo can provide some convenience."

"it is good!"

Xia Duo stroked his hands, stood up, and then one person and one elf moved into the study room, continuing to discuss the specific details of the transaction.

(End of this chapter)