I Became The Chief Of A Primitive Village

Chapter 337, The Last Exchange

Translator: Silavin

In the scorching hot days, Qing Yan and his group traveled through the dense forest to reach the Spotted Deer Tribe. This time, they brought even more items, for no other reason than this being their last exchange before the rainy season. Therefore, they needed to exchange for lots of dried meat to take back, as the next time would be only after the rainy season.

“There are still so many people…” Wa Ming sighed.

“It is because everyone knows this is the last market before the rainy season. There are naturally going to be more people here.” Da Gua calmly said.

Da Gua usually does not talk much. Though, whenever he spoke, he was always to the point.

“I feel like there are even more people today than before…” Qing Yan remarked.

Since returning to the Tribe, he had often been responsible for leading the Totem Warriors to trade with the Spotted Deer Tribe.

The route to the Spotted Deer Tribe was not that peaceful, with many Wanderers often causing trouble.

Other Small Tribes often encountered bandits on their way to exchange goods with the Spotted Deer Tribe.

Once targeted, the lucky ones would only have their goods stolen, while in serious cases, they might get killed.

So, the path here was froth with danger, and Qing Yan gradually became the Boss of the Trading Team.

Being an Elder of the Tribe and having a ton of experience, the rest naturally trusted him.

“Today’s crowd is quite good, we’ll definitely be able to exchange all the goods we brought over,” Mai Mang happily patted his big belly.

They brought twice as many goods today as before, planning to set up stalls outside the Spotted Deer Tribe so they could get better prices.

This was something they had gradually figured out. Originally, they exchanged one ceramic piece for one bag of dried meat. But, some Large Tribes who could not get any added half a bag of dried meat more to trade with them.

After this happened a few times, they got a taste for it and directly changed the rate to two bags of dried meat per ceramic piece.

Although the price doubled instantly, people still traded, though they were not snapped up as quickly as before.

Previously they could exchange everything within half an hour, but after raising the price, it took about an hour.

This was when they learned to raise the stakes in trading, bringing fewer items but getting more in return, which was quite satisfying.

“I’ll first take the goods to the Spotted Deer Tribesmen, the rest of you can set up the stalls in the meantime. Remember to do it like before.” Qing Yan reminded.

“We know,” Wa Ming patted his chest.

After Qing Yan nodded, he began walking into the Spotted Deer Tribe. Every time they came, those of the Spotted Deer Tribe were very excited. It was for no other reason than that they could obtain lots of linen, which was vital to them.

Right now, they use this linen to exchange for various goods with other Tribes. It was now the main good that made their market a true marketplace.

Previously, due to issues with the salt suppliers, the market almost failed. It was the timely appearance of linen that helped them avoid the worst outcome.

Xi Guo spread a large piece of Animal Hide on the ground, skillfully displaying ceramic pieces, linen, and some other items.

Before they even started arranging things, people were already continuously gathering around them.

They were already familiar with Qing Yan’s group, and knew that whenever they appeared, good items would surely be available.

Every market day, they eagerly awaited their arrival. Though, sometimes, they would inevitably be disappointed.

After all, the Spotted Deer Tribe and Flame Dragon Tribe agreed to trade every eight days, not like the market’s fifteen-day cycle. So, sometimes, they would not meet.

“Everyone, don’t rush. Take it slow. My toes will definitely thank you for it,” Da Guo said. He was quite pissed, for no other reason than having his foot stepped on.

These people were too frenzied. If they were not stopped, they might even start grabbing the goods.

“This time, we’ve brought many items. So, you don’t need to worry about us running out as long as you have enough dried meat prepared.” Xi Guo also loudly shouted.

The surrounding crowd was noisy. If they did not shout, they would not be able to hear them. After all, their eyes were fixed only on the items on the Animal Hide.

“I brought a lot, I can exchange for three this time!” Someone in the crowd excitedly exclaimed.

“I also brought lots of dried meat, give me one this time. I couldn’t get any the last time!” another person shouted.

“Me too! Me too! Last time I could have exchanged, but the dried meat requirement suddenly increased! But this time, I brought more!” Someone else shouted from the crowd.

“Get lost! You look like you can’t afford it so don’t block my way!” Someone said with disdain.

“Like you can afford it! Like your Tribe can afford it!” that person replied defiantly.

Similar shouts continued endlessly. Da Gua and others were already used to this, It was like this every time.

There were even physical fights, all for just one ceramic piece or even a piece of linen.

Xi Guo suddenly stood up, raising his hand to gesture for them to be quiet. “Stop arguing! Be quiet! Or I won’t let any of you trade with us.”

After hearing this, the crowd abruptly stopped. Everyone kept their mouths tightly shut. They knew it was better not to speak at this moment.

“Those who want to trade with us, prepare the dried mea, and I will trade with you,” Xi Guo solemnly said and stressed, “But, I will prioritize those who are willing to give up more dried meat.”

This was equivalent to an auction. Whoever offered the highest price would get it. As long as they gave more dried meat, they could get the ceramic piece.

“That’s right, starting at two bags of dried meat per ceramic piece, first come first served!” Mai Mang added from the side.

Da Gua maintained order on the side. If anyone dared to cause trouble or not listen, he would drive them away or even beat them up.

People in this era were all simple. Sometimes, they would never learn their lesson unless they got beaten up. Only after being beaten hard would they feel the pain and think about not doing such things again.

“I’m ready! I have two full bags of dried meat!” Shouted someone at the front of the crowd.

He was already tightly clutching two bags of dried meat to his body, waiting for just this moment.