Snow was falling in the sky, and the mercenaries were shivering from the cold.
The fleet of the Dragon and Lion Mercenary Group finally arrived at the Ice Sculpture Island.
"It seems that we need to purchase a batch of clothes to keep out the cold." The young dragon man said.
He is of the bloodline of the Flame Dragon King, has tough dragon scales, and maintains his body temperature very well.
Zong Ge looked at the port in front of him.
He didn't have much feeling for the temperature. He looked like a human race, but this appearance was actually just the effect of the deception and camouflage technique and the anti-reconnaissance prophecy technique.
Zonge is a half-orc with lion-man blood. He has thick hair and is naturally resistant to cold.
This is Snowbird Harbor, one of the eight major ports on Ice Sculpture Island.
The terrain of Snowbird Harbor is flat and stretches as far as the eye can see.
There was a bustling scene in the port, with large and small ships moored at intervals, and masts standing tall. Many snowbirds with white feathers settled on the masts, and some were spreading their wings and flying.
Zonge's focus mainly focused on the military defense facilities in the port.
There is a row of cannons arranged on the port embankment. The largest main gun is gold class, and the rest of the cannons are all silver class.
Not far from the port, stands a mage tower.
The Mage Tower is also gold-level!
Speaking of this mage tower alone, the defensive power of Snowbird Harbor is much stronger than that of Double Eye Island.
Under the guidance of the staff, the ships of the Dragon and Lion Mercenary Regiment slowly sailed into the parking position.
After the anchor is dropped and all the boats are docked, the staff uploads the payment.
Parking is very expensive.
The mooring fee for a small vessel is 3 times the normal price.
The mooring fee for medium-sized vessels is 4 times the normal price.
The parking fee for large ships is as high as 5 times!
"Excuse me, is the parking fee for ships always so expensive?" Fat Tongue asked the staff.
The staff answered him: This is the result of recent adjustments.
The Ice Sculpture Kingdom deliberately increases the parking fees for outsiders' ships.
For domestic vessels, berthing fees have remained low.
After hearing this, Fat Tongue nodded slightly, thoughtfully.
The high ship parking fees are nothing to the Dragon and Lion Mercenary Group. What they care more about is the attitude of the Ice Sculpture Kingdom towards outsiders.
The Dragon and Lion Mercenary Group has already made the next arrangements.
Zonge will continue to be in charge of the fleet and protect the ships of the Dragon and Lion Mercenary Group.
Almost all the mercenaries are temporarily staying on the ship.
If it were any other mercenary group, the mercenaries would have made noises and commotion. But in the Dragon and Lion Mercenary Group, they received training from Zong Ge and had strong military discipline, so this would not happen.
The dragon boy and others divided their forces into several groups and took the lead in entering the port to carry out activities.
Along the way, Menshi and Sandao are responsible for reporting to the mercenary branch. The Dragon and Lion Mercenary Group is a registered regular mercenary group. Every time they move to a place, they can report to the local mercenary branch to get some support.
Along the way are Chi Lai and Lan Zao, who are going to the Thieves Branch to buy more information.
This is the most convenient way for the Dragon and Lion Mercenary Group to obtain detailed information about the Ice Sculpture Kingdom. Of course, there are disadvantages - it costs money to purchase information.
The third route is the dragon boy and Zidi, who are going to the market to investigate.
The market layout of Snowbird Port is obviously strictly planned. There are 5 markets, the largest of which is the seafood market.
Of course, the seafood market was not their first choice. What they entered was the most high-end alchemy market.
There are many shops in the Alchemy Market with bright signs.
The shop houses are all planned uniformly, so they look pleasing to the eye.
Red house, white walls, yellow roof.
Zidi recognized it, pointed to the yellow roof, and said to the dragon boy: "This is the sparkling potion. The potion itself is yellow and can be used as a coating on the roof. It can absorb sunlight during the day. At night,
It can be used for indoor lighting.”
"Although the initial investment in using chemicals is high, the use cycle is long, and after the cost is diluted, it is very cheap and good."
Roof coating is only one aspect. There are many alchemy applications in the entire alchemy market, making this area of shops brightly lit, exquisite and gorgeous even during the day.
The alchemy market is crowded with people, mainly snow elves, followed by humans, dwarves, orcs, etc. are less common.
Therefore, the young dragon man walking among them is quite conspicuous.
Passers-by usually cast their gazes on me.
The dragon boy and Zidi walked together.
They have rarely acted alone like this, and they can feel each other's affection when they look at each other.
Looking at Zidi next to him, the dragon boy's fingers moved slightly, and an impulse arose in his heart to hold Zidi's hand.
But Zidi's apparent identity is Hongteng. If they hold hands in public, as a mercenary captain and the female mage under his command, falling in love will have a great negative impact.
A little girl took the initiative to walk up to the two of them, holding a snowbird doll in her hand: "Brother, buy a snowbird for your girlfriend."
The dragon boy was stunned for a moment.
The little girl added: "Snowbirds represent pure love in our ice sculpture kingdom."
The dragon boy and Zidi looked at each other and could see each other's intentions.
But the dragon boy still refused: "You are wrong, little girl, our relationship is not like this."
The little girl has not given up yet, and continues to work hard: "If it is not true now, it does not mean it will not be true in the future. To be precise, the snowbird represents the coming pure love!"
The dragon boy couldn't help but look at Zidi.
Zidi did not look at him, but turned her gaze to look in the other direction.
The little girl burst into laughter.
The dragon boy shook his head slowly and took out 10 copper coins.
The little girl's eyes widened: "Mr. Long Ren, this little money is not enough!"
The dragon boy said: "This is not money to buy a Snowbird doll. If you can help us get familiar with the shops here, tell us everything you know. These 10 copper coins will be your reward."
The little girl narrowed her eyes and did not rush to agree. Instead, after thinking for a while, she asked: "So, Mr. Long Ren, how long will you hire me?"
The dragon boy did not answer, but looked at Zidi.
Zidi made an estimate and said, "In my opinion, two hours is more than enough for you."
The little girl nodded: "Then, Mr. Dragon Man, Miss Mage, and Snowy are willing to serve you."
The little girl temporarily joined the two men's team.
Whenever the two of them visit a shop, the little girl will tell them some information that outsiders cannot access.
“This store looks small, but its business is very good. Locals often visit it!”
"The owner of this store is very insidious and stingy. He often defaults on wages and likes to trick outsiders."
"This is the largest pharmacy here, but it's a pity that it's not our own store in the Ice Sculpture Kingdom."
Finally, the footsteps of the dragon boy and Zidi stopped in front of the tallest and largest shop.
There are four big characters written on the shop sign - Secret Medicine Chamber of Commerce!
There are six major chambers of commerce in the Shengming Empire, and the Secret Medicine Chamber of Commerce is one of them.
Not only the Secret Medicine Chamber of Commerce, but the other five major chambers of commerce have also opened many branches in the Ice Sculpture Kingdom. As for the Dragon Man boy, Zidi has already seen the branches of the Gemstone Chamber of Commerce and the Tianping Chamber of Commerce along the way.
The three of them entered the secret medicine shop.
Almost all the clerks employed in the branch are snow elves, but store manager and other positions are basically held by humans.
Zidi cheered up and remained silent, carefully observing the layout of the Secret Medicine Chamber of Commerce branch, the types, scale and corresponding pricing of the goods sold.
For now, although the survivors have a lot of cash, they lack stable income channels.
Selling potions should be the most likely revenue channel nowadays.
The scale of the pharmaceutical market in the Ice Sculpture Kingdom is very impressive.
When Zidi was on Eye Island, she had improved prescriptions and sold medicines, earning considerable profits.
Such successful experiences can be replicated.
Zidi is confident: With the current potion production capacity in the Deep Sea Monster Fish and the massive number of prescriptions in the war dealer's database, the potions produced no matter where they are produced will be very competitive in the market.
As soon as the dragon boy entered the store, he attracted the attention of the clerks.
His burly physique, silver-level aura, and the female mage companion beside him all demonstrate his possible strong purchasing power.
Seeing a snow elf clerk approaching with a smile on his face, the dragon boy deliberately said to Zidi: "Hongteng, you are the best at making potions in our dragon and lion mercenary group. Look at what's here."
Are there things that mercenaries need? Purchase more. This is where the funds of the mercenary group are used."
"Boy, please come over here!" After hearing these words, the Snow Elf clerk's smile became even more enthusiastic.
Zidi came to the counter, carefully observed various medicines, and asked about the prices. She secretly compared the market prices in her mind, and understood and analyzed the specific market conditions.
The store of the Secret Medicine Branch is five stories high.
A large number of potions are sold on each floor.
On the first floor, Zidi even saw some Manchu herbal medicines. This shows how comprehensive the medicines provided by the Secret Medicine Branch are.
After Zidi purchased some, she took the lead in reaching the second floor and saw a large number of black iron-level potions.
On the third floor, the average level of medicines sold is silver level.
The number of potions in the fourth layer is much smaller than that in the lower three layers, but the grade is already as high as gold level!
Hutong's Eye Island is already very commercially developed, but to purchase gold-level potions, you have to go to auction.
In the Ice Sculpture Kingdom, gold potion is a stable supply.
"Oh my God, there is actually a giant-sized intelligence potion! Lord Ice Owl, I want this potion as my birthday gift."
"Okay, okay, this intelligence potion is indeed uncommon, and it is also very suitable for your giant slave."
A conversation reached the ears of the dragon boy, Zi Di.
The two were immediately attracted and rushed over.
A human girl is leaning against an old snow elf man.
It was the two of them who wanted to buy a giant model of intelligence potion.
The clerk who was waiting for them was about to hand a medicine bottle as thick as a carrot to the old man and the girl group.
The dragon boy took a few steps and said, "We also need such an intelligence potion."
The clerk shook his head and said, "I'm sorry, Mr. Dragon Man, but this is the only giant-type intelligence potion currently available."
The dragon boy was stunned.
Zidi came up from behind him and said with a smile: "How much does this tube of intelligence potion cost? We bought it!"
When the girl heard this, she immediately shouted: "Hey, this is what we want to buy."
Zidi smiled again: "But you haven't paid yet, haven't you? Since there is no transaction yet, others will have the opportunity."
The old man snorted coldly, frowned, and said displeasedly: "Who are you, trying to cut off my penis? Do you know the consequences?"