Chapter 386: Never agree to your opponent's first offer

As soon as the topic is opened, the negotiation officially begins.

After Livingston's narration, Ethan learned that the orcs lurking among humans were not completely scattered, nor did they fight independently.

They actually have a unified leader.

Ethan still knew him.

That's right, it's the [Fraudster] who has frozen himself for 100 years.

The orcs scattered all over the place are arranged and commanded by the [Deceiver], and intelligence is transmitted to him.

The blue dragon is also taken care of by the orcs in the Dukedom of Owen.

And he happened to know the person in charge of that area.

At this point in the introduction, Livingston will say no more.

Of course Ethan understood what the other person meant.

Although he said a lot, it was obviously beneficial not to directly talk about the whereabouts of the blue dragon.

Seeing that it had taken so long, Ethan was ready to ask the other party directly what benefits he wanted.

However, the elderly clerk who was in the study together seemed to see his intention and shook his head at him to indicate that it would not be time.

When Ethan saw it, he could only hold back, pretend to be indifferent, and change his words to talk about other things.

"If you reveal all the details to me, won't you worry that I will be disadvantageous to you?"

Livingston thought that the other party should bid for the code, or at least give him a chance to bid for the code. Unexpectedly, Ethan was actually concerned about other things, which made him a little stunned.

However, he came back to his senses immediately and said with a smile: "If Your Majesty the Great Sword Master wants to harm us, whether I reveal the details or not, the result will be the same.

Furthermore, for us, if we do not have the right to live a stable life among humans, living is actually a punishment.

Therefore, if we can, we are willing to pay any price to show you our determination to change our minds.

Because you are the only one we can trust and our only hope. "

Hearing this, the old man nodded towards Ethan, indicating that he could speak.

Ethan was really suffocating, and he couldn't help but breathed a sigh of relief when the old man finally nodded.

Then, he said slowly: "Tell me your price!"

Livingston was secretly relieved when he saw that Ethan finally asked about the price.

He didn't even know why he asked for help, but he knew he couldn't waste this opportunity.

Because the other party's attitude is so swinging, it is obvious that the other party should also have the same hidden cards as himself.

So he said: "It was the previous negotiation..."

"Huh?" Before the other party finished speaking, Ethan's eyes widened and he glared at the other party.

The last negotiation with the orcs was a pain point for Ethan. He would never allow others to mention it, and he would never admit it.

He also made it clear to Livingston that he was not allowed to mention it.

Therefore, as soon as the other party mentioned negotiation, Ethan immediately interrupted the other party.

Livingston also realized that he had said the wrong thing and quickly changed his words: "We hope that the Great Sword Master can give us the most basic guarantee.

For example, when the identity of our members is exposed, private executions are not allowed, but are left to the parliament.

When the time comes, you can open a back door and let people save their lives. "

When Ethan heard that the other party's request was so low, he wanted to agree immediately.

However, the old man shook his head at him.

Ethan could only pretend to be embarrassed, and then said: “I’m afraid I can’t do it!

I only have one idea. If you don't make trouble, don't cause destruction, and don't report to the orcs, you are human beings, humans I recognize.

Everything else is up to you. "

When Ethan said this, the old man tilted his head and motioned for Ethan to see off the guest.

Ethan followed the advice and stood up immediately, buttoning his suit and said, "That's it for today! I hope you can abide by human rules.

I have to take a step ahead and ask someone to take you out. "

When Livingston saw that Ethan didn't want to talk anymore, he couldn't tell the truth from the lie, and his confidence in the negotiation was completely shaken.

He knew very well that this was his only chance if he missed it.

Regardless of whether the other party really had a way to find the blue dragon, the Great Sword Master would never sit down and talk to him again.

Even with the temperament of this great sword master, it is very likely that he will start to hate orcs, because this great sword master prefers softness to hardness, and he really doesn't like others to manipulate him.

As long as you try to take advantage of him, there will definitely be no good end, even if the Holy Light teaches him, he dares to be tough.

Livingston suddenly realized that maybe there was something wrong with his strategy.

So he quickly stood up and said: "Your Majesty the Great Sword Master, I have absolutely no other intentions, I just want to help."

"Help?" Ethan felt that he had completely taken the initiative, so he let go of his courage: "You think I can't find out the whereabouts of the blue dragon. Right?"

"No, no!" Livingston waved his hand quickly: "I definitely didn't mean that, I just wanted to inform His Excellency the Great Sword Master since we knew his whereabouts.

This can save the Great Sword Master some effort.

At the same time, we also offer our loyalty to you, the Great Sword Master, and express our determination to completely separate from the orcs. "

When Ethan heard this, he immediately asked him to offer his loyalty, but the old man shook his head at him again, indicating that he must not ask about the whereabouts of the blue dragon.

Seeing this, Ethan could only say: "Do you really think so?"

"Of course!" Livingston replied with a serious face: "It is our greatest honor to be loyal to His Majesty the Great Sword Master.

The blue dragon is hidden on a small island 600 nautical miles east of Massachusetts. We will take you, the Great Sword Master, there.

And the person in charge of the affairs of Owen's territory also intends to be loyal to you, the Great Sword Saint Pavilion.

That dragon's life was regarded as a certificate of fame.

I hope you can accept it, Your Majesty the Great Sword Master! "

When Ethan heard this, he felt happy.

He really didn't expect things to go so smoothly.

If what the other party said was true, not only would he know the whereabouts of the evil dragon, but he would also be able to conquer a complete intelligence network.

You must know that this intelligence network is nationwide, and it has served [fraudsters] in the past, so it is obviously very capable.

That was an incredible gain.

Of course, if you want to get something, you must pay the corresponding price.

So Ethan said: "When the evil dragon slays you, you will get what you want.

The legal aspect can be difficult and you need to take your time.

But I will take another form and take practical actions to ensure your safety. "

When Livingston heard that it was just a verbal guarantee, he suddenly felt bad.

But the words have already been spoken, which means that the person has already boarded the ship. If he jumps off the ship at this time, the only possible outcome is to be drowned.

So I could only force a smile and agree to arrange everything tomorrow.

…

After seeing Livingston off, the first thing Ethan did was to express his gratitude to the old man.

"Mr. Klotz, thank you so much. I feel like it was a hearty negotiation."

That's right, the person who has been giving Ethan guidance is Financial Officer Klotz.

After hearing the thanks, Financial Officer Klotz did not take any credit, but instead bowed his head and saluted Ethan.

"Ethan Rider... No, Earl Ethan, I didn't do anything. You planned everything yourself.

However, may I make a... small suggestion? "

"Please speak! I'm all ears!"

Although Financial Officer Klotz himself said that he wanted to make suggestions, when he really wanted to say it out, he struggled a lot. After hesitating for a while:

"Never agree to your opponent's first offer! No matter how satisfied you are, don't do it!"

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