The side hall on the left side of the main hall is a warm pavilion, and Wang Wenzhen held the banquet here.
Soon several servants had put out plates of delicacies, including roasted chicken, steamed fish, and large pieces of roasted pork. There was also a small iron pot hanging in the center of the table, and the delicious mutton soup was tumbling, exuding bursts of aroma. In addition, there are several side dishes to go with wine placed around, and the whole table is full. Although this table of wine and food is not as good as the delicious delicacies in the houses of high-ranking officials and gentry, it is not something that Liu Yan and others can easily eat. It can be considered luxurious.
At this time, Liu Yan and Chen Xun had already taken off their thick cotton-padded clothes, and both of them were wearing their official uniforms.
Liu Yan is the chief flag officer. At this time, he is wearing a bronze and wooden waist badge around his waist. The official uniform of the chief flag officer is also embroidered with Biao-like patterns, and he is wearing cowhide official boots. Chen Xun was wearing Xiaoqi's official uniform with rhinoceros patterns on it, and also wore hard boots on his feet.
At this time, Wang Wenzhen also changed his clothes, walked from behind the screen with official steps, and greeted the three of them to sit down with a big smile.
The four of them sat down, with Wang Wenzhen naturally sitting in the front seat, Jia Hongyu and Liu Yan accompanying him, and Chen Xun sitting at the bottom. The other servants were driven out by Wang Wenzhen, leaving only four people sitting together in the room.
Soon a large jar of spirits was brought up. Chen Xun took the initiative to pour wine for Wang Wenzhen, Liu Yan and Jia Hongyu, and they clinked glasses frequently.
As a strong smell of alcohol lingered down his throat, Liu Yan enjoyed the hot feeling. Especially at this moment, Liu Yan felt even more relaxed.
It's just that although this wine is very strong, it is far inferior to the white wine of later generations. The spirits that several people drank contained many impurities and had poor taste and texture. But even so, this is considered a relatively good wine at this time, which can only be drunk in the official halls of hundreds of households in Wangwen Town. The average Dunjun can't even drink this kind of strong wine.
So Liu Yan began to think about it, maybe when the time comes in the future, this wine making can also be a way to make money. After all, Liu Yan was considered a "wine tester" in later generations, and he was relatively familiar with the brewing process of later generations of liquor.
Of course, as for the wine-making project, Liu Yan is not ready to start it yet. After all, neither the funds nor the power allow him to start a winery business. Liu Yan's main focus now is still on the soap business.
So after drinking and drinking for three rounds, Liu Yan saw that Wang Wenzhen and Jia Hongyu were both a little tipsy, and their interest was aroused. They continued to drink and chat with Liu Yan and Chen Xun. This is the strength of warriors. As long as they have a drink with someone they see eye to eye with, they will be "candid" with each other. Naturally, they will have fewer rules and precautions. Unlike literati, who always have so many precautions and precautions. scheming.
Liu Yan picked up the wine glass and toasted Wang Wenzhen again, and then said: "Master Guan Dui, I see that this hundred-household official hall is a little dilapidated. Why don't you repair it, or at least rearrange the inside and outside of the main hall?" ?”
Wang Wenzhen took a sip of strong wine, and then said with a wry smile: "You put it lightly! Although I am an official from a hundred households, I am the team leader of Wangjiazhuang, but I am also a poor man."
Jia Hongyu was hugging Chen Xun on the side. The two were already a little drunk. They were calling each other brothers and sisters. When he heard the conversation between Liu Yan and Wang Wenzhen, he came over and said, "Brother, are you okay?" You know, now the Qianhu Station in front of Xiahe Village increases the amount of grain grains collected every year, and also distributes various tax assessments. If the payment is not completed, the management team will be questioned."
"So every year when Shangguan asks for money and food, the team leader seems to be going through hell. Whatever money and food we have saved in Wangjiazhuang must be used to make up for the shortfall. How can we have the spare time to repair hundreds of government offices?"
At this point, Jia Hongyu was also a little angry, and Chen Xun, the narrator, was used to living a hard life, and now he had found a soulmate. The two poured out the bitter water together, and unknowingly drank a few more glasses of wine. For a moment they seemed like brothers.
Wang Wenzhen was feeling better at first, but after listening to Jia Hongyu's words, it seemed that his heart was touched. He lost interest in drinking and just sighed slightly.
Liu Yan smiled slightly when he saw this, and then sighed: "It's really not easy to manage the team!"
"Alas! Who says it's not the case? I'm not that easy to be a team officer."
Liu Yan then said: "In this case, this soap business can make the team leader more generous."
"hehe."
When Wang Wenzhen saw that Liu Yan was getting down to the topic, he immediately became energetic and asked, "Tell me about it in more detail."
So Liu Yan took out the half-finished soap, and then described the efficacy and use of the soap in detail. Of course, he would not reveal a word about the production process.
"...Master, the team leader knows that this soap is a good thing. It can be used to wash clothes. No matter it is sweat, grease or anything else, as long as you use this soap, you can wash it clean."
"In addition, you can use soap to clean your body when you wash your hands, feet, or take a shower. It is very easy to use and far better than soap and liquid soap."
Wang Wenzhen was also very interested when he heard this and said: "This, this soap? Soap, right? Is it really as useful as you say?"
Wang Wenzhen originally thought that the so-called soap was just something made from soap locust, and it was not something important. It could only earn some money. So although Wang Wenzhen was very happy about the soap business that Liu Yan sent him, he didn't take it too seriously, thinking that the income from soap would not play a big role.
Liu Yan said with a smile: "My subordinates are speaking conservatively. In fact, this soap is clearly a cornucopia. As long as the master of the team joins hands with his subordinates, the subordinates will come down to make soap, so that the master of the team can make soap at Lingshan Guard and Qianhu." They all have a lot of connections, so I will leave the sales to the management team. In this way, we will definitely make a lot of money. In time, not only can these hundreds of government offices be renovated, but the management team will naturally be much richer. "
Wang Wenzhen thought for a moment. Seeing that Liu Yan was so sure, he slapped his thigh and said with a big smile: "Okay! That's it!"
Wang Wenzhen also had his own plans. Anyway, Liu Yan made the soap, and he was only responsible for the takeout. Even if he lost money, it was Liu Yan who lost money. What was he afraid of?
But Liu Yan immediately said: "Master Guan Dui, you are so heroic! This soap is not easy to make, and it also requires some materials. I also worked hard to make some. In this way, I can make some at three coins per piece." The price is sold to the team leader. As for how much the team leader sells, it depends on the team leader. I think with the relationship between the team leader, I will definitely be able to sell it at a good price!"
Wang Wenzhen was stunned for a moment, then put away his smile and said, "Do you want me to pay for this soap first?"
Of course, Liu Yan is not a fool. If Wang Wenzhen is only responsible for selling, and then he sells it for one tael of silver per piece, but comes back and tells himself that he sold it for ten cents, then Liu Yan will not be at a loss!
So Liu Yan came up with this method, directly turning Wang Wenzhen into a general contractor, selling the soap to Wang Wenzhen at a low price, and then Wang Wenzhen sold it at a high price, and the difference in price was Wang Wenzhen's. The town's income.
This not only avoids the possibility of being manipulated by Wang Wenzhen, but also saves money to pay homage to Wang Wenzhen. You can also use soap, a best-selling product, to control Wang Wenzhen in turn, killing three birds with one stone!
Liu Yan looked at Wang Wenzhen, who was a little unhappy, and said, "Don't blame the team leader. This is the only way for my subordinates to ensure that they can continuously make soap, and the team leader can also get a stable supply. As the saying goes That’s right, if you have money, everyone can make it.”
Wang Wenzhen stared at Liu Yan for a while. At this time, Jia Hongyu and Chen Xun also became quiet. Seeing this, they both thought that Wang Wenzhen was going to be angry, and they were very nervous.
But unexpectedly, Wang Wenzhen burst into laughter, then patted Liu Yan on the shoulder and said: "Okay, I really saw the right person. Not only is your boy brave and scheming, but he also knows how to value goods. It’s really an eye-opener for God to have a talent like you under my administration!”
Liu Yan smiled and clasped his fists and said, "The leader of the team is so ridiculous that my subordinates can't afford it."
Jia Hongyu and Chen Xun on the side breathed a sigh of relief when they saw this. They hurriedly came over to pour wine, and then cheered and pulled Wang Wenzhen and Liu Yan to toast together.
Several people filled each other's glasses and drank it all. Then Wang Wenzhen pulled Liu Yan and said, "But then again, how good this soap is, but you said it yourself with your red mouth and white teeth. I didn't." Having seen such a rare thing, it’s too early to say whether it can make money.”
Liu Yan naturally heard the overtones of the words and said: "I understand, this soap is given to you. Although it is still a semi-finished product, it does not hinder its use. It is just that it has not been finalized yet. The effect of use is the same." Yes. Master Guan team will try it out first, and then you will naturally understand the benefits and value of soap."
"Haha, this is the best!"
Wang Wenzhen was completely relieved now, and he greeted several people for another round of drinking. Chen Xun was the first to be unable to hold on, and after having a drink, he slipped directly under the table and fell unconscious.
Wang Wenzhen laughed loudly when he saw this, and asked his servants to carry Chen Xun away and put him in place. Then he said to Liu Yan, "What, Mr. Liu Qi can still drink?"
Liu Yan also felt a little dizzy at this time, but Wang Wenzhen wanted to drink more, so he could only stay with him until the end.
At this time, Liu Yan suddenly felt as if he was a salesperson in the future, drinking with his customers, hoping that the customers would sign the orders.
Thinking of this, Liu Yan burst out laughing, feeling a little ridiculous, so he said with a smile: "The leader is so interested, of course my subordinates will sacrifice their lives to accompany you!"
"well said!"
Jia Hongyu on the side also said with a big tongue: "That's good, that's good, let's keep drinking!"
That night, the three of them returned home happily. Jia Hongyu, like Chen Xun, was finally carried to the guest room, and Wang Wenzhen was also helped back to the room by two servants.
Liu Yan was swaying at this time, but he was still able to force himself to walk. When he came to the yard and saw the bright moon in the sky, he couldn't help but laugh: "Now the road to wealth has opened up, and a new era in Dapandun is coming!"
