Chapter 294: Hanjung (4)
Joo Hyo-yong, the Right Gold Merchant.
As the head merchant of the North Star Trading Company, the finest merchant group in Bukcheon, he was known to be far removed from underhanded dealings, just as his nickname ‘Jeong’ (meaning ‘righteous’) suggested.
The fact that he personally inquired about selling the Han-Chung Trading Company means he must have some ulterior motive.
Of course, that would only be possible if I were willing to sell.
“Well… I suppose I might sell it for around eighteen billion nyang.”
“……You have no intention of selling it at all.”
“It was you, Lord Sangbangju, who asked the price for something you had no intention of selling.”
“Please understand that I asked precisely because it is that important.”
“Well, that’s up to you.”
“…….”
“Have a drink.”
Sip.
A subtle gaze scrutinized me.
I didn’t look away as I downed my glass, and he chuckled softly.
“I wanted to meet the master.”
His voice sounded more sincere than before, and my guard dropped.
“Why? Because you’re the heir to Guryongseong?”
“I am a man who would not go even if summoned by the Crown Prince of Muheungseong.”
“Whoa, that sounds like a big deal. From what I saw back then, he seemed like quite the grudge-holder… For the sake of the family upstairs, I’d recommend you hurry over if they call.”
The swordsman listening right beside him burst out laughing.
“Hahahaha! Spot on! With your keen eye for people, you really can’t let your guard down!”
