At this moment, Xiao Rou added, "Oh, Mr. Zuo, the beauty-preserving little pepper you gave me before, is it a mutated plant?"
Zuo Feng nodded slightly: "It is indeed a mutated plant. Why are you suddenly asking about this?" Zuo Feng knew that Xiao Rou was not one to gossip, so there must be a reason for her sudden mention of this matter.
Seeing Zuo Feng's interest, Xiao Rou's eyes lit up. She naturally wasn't asking this question without reason.
It was because one of her clients had entrusted her to sell a strange plant.
Mutated plants are still unknown to the world, and if Xiao Rou hadn't consumed the beauty-preserving little pepper, she wouldn't have even thought that it might be some kind of mutated plant.
And since the big shot in front of her has mutated plants, he might also be interested in that plant.
Xiao Rou quickly pulled out a photo from her bag and handed it to Zuo Feng: "Mr. Zuo, look, this is a photo of a plant. My previous client entrusted me to find a suitable buyer. I thought since you could provide the beauty-preserving little pepper, you might also be interested in this plant."
Zuo Feng took the photo and examined it carefully.
The plant in the photo didn't look particularly special.
It was just a gourd vine, not much different from an ordinary gourd vine.
If there was a difference, it was that the gourds growing on the vine were unusually shaped, milky white, shimmering with a faint Firefly, and the surface of the gourds had faint, intricate patterns, like some ancient runes.
Zuo Feng observed carefully for a moment without showing any emotion, then slowly asked, "Is there anything special about this gourd vine?"
Zuo Feng wasn't sure if this gourd vine was the same type of mutated plant as the xiao songta (little pine cone) and the beauty-preserving little pepper.
If it was, its value would be immeasurable. Zuo Feng naturally couldn't let Xiao Rou see through him.
Xiao Rou thought for a moment and replied, "Mr. Zuo, my friend said this gourd vine is very strange. No matter how he pulls, he can't pull off the gourds on it, and it's impossible to cut. Oh, my client is a strong person who has lit five lotus seeds, and he brought this gourd vine back from an outing."
A strange look flashed in Zuo Feng's eyes. Even a strong person with five lotus seeds couldn't damage it; this alone showed the unusual nature of this gourd vine.
It seems this gourd vine is indeed extraordinary, and it might truly be similar to the xiao songta (little pine cone) and the beauty-preserving little pepper, belonging to the category of mutated plants.
Zuo Feng pondered for a moment, then slowly said, "Since this gourd vine is so strange, wouldn't it be better for your client to sell it publicly? Why would he ask you to find a client for him?"
Although Zuo Feng was interested, he still needed to understand the reason.
Since Xiao Rou's client didn't know the effects of the gourd vine, in this situation, selling it publicly might attract interested buyers and even fetch a high price.
Moreover, if it were public, the customer base would be wider. Why bother with the thankless task of finding an intermediary?
Xiao Rou smiled slightly and explained, "Mr. Zuo, it's like this: someone once publicly sold a special plant before.
But do you know, as soon as the news got out, the official Laboratory directly forcibly confiscated that plant, and even the seller was taken away, never to be heard from again.
My client was afraid of repeating the same mistake, and also wanted to earn some money, so he decided to secretly find a reliable buyer.
For this type of clandestine transaction, it's naturally safest for us to act as intermediaries. After all, we often handle these kinds of shady private jobs."
Upon hearing this, Zuo Feng nodded slightly. He could understand Xiao Rou's client's concerns.
The official Laboratory even studies zombies, let alone strange plants. It's just that their methods were too forceful; not only did they forcibly confiscate it, but even the seller was taken away and disappeared.
Zuo Feng speculated that the Laboratory might have discovered the plant's unusual nature and, to prevent the news from leaking, silenced the seller.
In that case, Xiao Rou's client choosing a private transaction was understandable.
An unknown mutated plant, given the official's strong-arm tactics, was a hot potato. It was more practical to sell it privately.
He once again examined the photo in his hand, pondering to himself: This gourd vine, even a strong person with five lotus seeds couldn't damage it, its toughness is imaginable.
Moreover, the faint Firefly and intricate patterns on the gourd all indicated its unusualness.
If this gourd vine is truly a mutated plant, then its value is absolutely immeasurable.
Even if it costs a great deal, he must acquire it, and Zuo Feng knew that the most valuable part of mutated plants were their fruits.
Thinking of this, Zuo Feng slowly opened his mouth: "Xiao Rou, what price does your client want to sell it for?"
Upon hearing this, Xiao Rou's heart was filled with joy. She knew that Zuo Feng was already interested in this gourd vine.
She quickly replied, "Mr. Zuo, my client said that as long as a suitable buyer can be found, he is willing to sell it for three seven-line zombie crystals."
Xiao Rou was incredibly excited. Ever since she met this big shot, her private business had been booming.
If this deal went through, she could take one six-line zombie crystal as commission, which would be another big deal!
Zuo Feng raised an eyebrow slightly; three seven-line zombie crystals was no small sum.
Of the loss crystals Zuo Feng brought this time, there were only five seven-line zombie crystals in total.
But if the gourds on the gourd vine truly had heaven-defying effects, then three seven-line zombie crystals would definitely be worth it. However, the effects couldn't be confirmed, which made it somewhat like gambling: win, and enjoy luxurious pleasures; lose, and work hard for a living.
Zuo Feng pondered for a moment, then continued, "Xiao Rou, I am indeed interested in this plant, and I can afford three seven-line zombie crystals.
It's just that based on the photo alone, I can't determine its true value.
So, discuss it with your client. A transaction is possible, but I need to inspect the goods first.
If this gourd vine is exactly as you described, then I will take it."
After hearing this, a glint flashed in Xiao Rou's eyes, and she quickly nodded in agreement: "Mr. Zuo, don't worry, inspection is a must. My client is also eager to sell it; after all, keeping that thing poses too much risk.
It's just, Mr. Zuo, where do you think would be a suitable place for the transaction?
This kind of transaction is best kept as secret as possible to avoid trouble."
Zuo Feng pondered for a moment and said in a deep voice, "There's an abandoned town outside H City, called XX Town before the apocalypse, you know it, right? Can we set the location there?"
Since this type of plant is also being monitored by the official Mo Wentianya, the transaction location naturally cannot be chosen in E City.
And after the transaction is successful, Zuo Feng will send this plant directly back to Firefly.
The gourd vine is too large and inconvenient to carry, and it cannot be put into the kongling crystal. Carrying it around is too risky. Once exposed, attracting the attention of the official Mo Wentianya would be troublesome.
For the transaction location, Zuo Feng naturally thought of the town where A Mao was previously located.
That town is remote and sparsely populated, making it an excellent place for a secret transaction.
Upon hearing this, Xiao Rou quickly nodded: "I know that place. After the apocalypse, there's basically no one there, it's indeed very secret and suitable for transactions. So, Mr. Zuo, when do you plan to make the transaction?"
Zuo Feng pondered for a moment and said, "When is your client available? For me, the sooner the better. For a plant that could attract official attention, it's best to complete the transaction quickly to avoid any complications."
Xiao Rou quickly responded, "My client just contacted me this morning. He's in E City and can make the transaction at any time. He can accept any location, as long as it's discreet."
Zuo Feng nodded: "Okay, then let's make the transaction immediately. I'm going to the town now. You contact your client and bring the gourd vine directly to trade with me."
With the round and plump creature with three vertical stripes by his side, plus his own almost invincible defense, Zuo Feng wasn't worried that the other party would try to double-cross him.
Xiao Rou immediately set off, her heart filled with joy. She had great trust in Zuo Feng's credibility, and this deal was about to go through again!
