Chapter 277 Common Prosperity

Dufresne expertly presented small gifts to the Chief Tuae and High Priest Matua of the Yiwei Maori Tribes, and the Maori's attitude immediately warmed up.

After some awkward pleasantries through a translator—since the Tahitian language isn't exactly the same as the Maori's—Dufresne cut straight to the chase and said to Tuae,

"Respected Chief, I am here to represent His Majesty the King of France to purchase some land from you. As for the payment, you may choose from weapons, clothing, furniture, or even technology. I assure you that you will be completely satisfied with this deal."

Tuae and High Priest Matua exchanged glances and smiled at Dufresne, "How much land do you plan to buy?"