"Ziwen, I am very pleased that you can be so filial and take care of my father's worries." Cao Cao said sincerely.
Cao Cao's words were indeed a sigh from the bottom of his heart. Nowadays, Cao Zhang is versatile in both civil and military affairs, knows strategies, and knows how to make money. How can he not be delighted by such an outstanding performance.
"Father is very grateful. What I am today is closely related to my father's earnest teachings in the past. My son just wants to try his best to repay his father's kindness in raising him. He has no other ideas." Cao Zhang responded respectfully.
After hearing his words, Cao Cao felt even more happy.
This boy is not only capable, but he can also speak. He is extremely respectful and filial to himself. Compared with Cao Pi's coldness, Cao Zhi's arrogance is indeed much stronger.
In particular, he also named the new paper Cao Cao's paper for sale, which was to tell the world that the new paper was produced by Cao Cao. It was a benefit for everyone in the world to appreciate him and help him improve his reputation. This is even more valuable. .
"That would be disrespectful as a father!" Cao Cao accepted Cao Zhang's kindness with a smile.
"Thank you for your trust, father. The son has a request, and I hope my father can agree." Cao Zhang put forward his idea in a timely manner.
"Tell me, what reward do you want me to give you? As a father, I can agree to it." Cao Cao was extremely happy at this time and agreed without any hesitation.
"The production and sale of Cao Gong Paper requires more manpower and material support. I hope that my father can leave this matter to his son and allow me to recruit partners and operate it together."
"Father only needs to announce the launch of Cao Gong Paper, and leave the rest to me. You don't need to use anyone, and you don't need to contribute capital. I will ensure that 20% of the profits will go to my father." Cao Zhang proposed to Cao Cao that he conditions of.
Cao Cao knew very well that the production and sale of new paper, although extremely profitable, also required a lot of manpower and material resources to operate, and he had no time to take care of it.
Now that Cao Zhang has everything covered, he can enjoy 20% of the net profit just by talking. He is already making money while lying down, so why not do it? He immediately nodded: "Okay, it's up to you, the subsequent production and sale of Cao Gongzhi" , it’s up to you to decide who to cooperate with.”
"Thank you for your trust, father. The son will take leave first and make arrangements immediately." Cao Zhang said goodbye to Cao Cao.
Cao Cao nodded: "Okay, just go ahead and do it. If you encounter any trouble during operation, come to me at any time and I will try my best to help you solve it."
"Thank you, father, for trusting me. My son is resigning!" Cao Zhang saluted Cao Cao and left in a hurry. After receiving Cao Cao's approval, he now wants to carry out follow-up actions immediately.
Looking at Cao Zhang's retreating figure, Cao Cao nodded with satisfaction, then stabilized his mind, picked up the pen, and began to write a reply to Yuan Shao...
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In the study room of Shangshutai.
Xun Yu was carefully reviewing the official document when a servant came to him and reported: "I would like to inform you that Mr. Cao Zhang wants to see you."
Xun Yu put down the bamboo slips in his hand and was slightly startled: "Master Cao Zhang, why did he come to me?"
Xun Yu pondered for a moment and then ordered his servants: "Please come in, Master!"
After a while, Cao Zhang walked in from the outside and saluted Xun Yu respectfully: "Meet Xun Lingjun!"
Xun Yu hurriedly returned the courtesy: "You are so polite, Mr. Ziwen. We don't usually interact with each other. I wonder if you have come to my desk today. What advice can you give me?"
Cao Zhang brought Mr. Cao in front of Xun Yu and said with a smile, "Please take a look."
Xun Yu took the paper from Mr. Cao and looked at it carefully, with an expression of surprise: "This paper has a strong texture and moderate softness. It is of the highest quality. Where does Mr. Cao come from?"
"This paper was newly developed after I tried many methods. I have submitted it to my father and named it Cao Gong Paper. I am preparing to produce it in large quantities for sale." Cao Zhang explained to Xun Yu with a smile.
After hearing this, Xun Yu's face showed joy: "If this paper is put on sale, it will definitely sell well. Master, if you offer this to Sikong, Sikong's military supply deficit can be made up."
Cao Zhang looked at Xun Yu and nodded slightly. This man was worthy of being a king's assistant. He understood the significance of the sale of Cao's official paper in one sentence.
"What your lord said is absolutely true. My father has given me full responsibility for the production and sale of Cao Gong paper. I came to see your lord today with an unkind request. I hope your lord can help me." Cao Zhang He said to Xun Yu respectfully.
"Young Master, you're welcome. If Sikong has anything to do, all he needs to do is give the order." Xun Yu responded quickly.
"You have misunderstood. This matter is my personal request and has nothing to do with my father." Cao Zhang explained to Xun Yu.
Xun Yu looked at Cao Zhang in confusion: "Then I wonder what the young master has to do and need my service?"
Cao Zhang took out the prepared book "Thousand Character Essay" and respectfully placed it in front of Xun Yu: "Your Majesty, please take a look."
After Xun Yu took it and read it carefully, he praised: "This thousand-character text is divided into four chapters. The first chapter starts from the beginning of the world and discusses the changes of the sun, moon, stars, cold and heat in the four seasons, as well as the Yan and Huang periods, and even the heyday of the Shang and Zhou dynasties. world."
"The second part focuses on how to improve self-cultivation and self-cultivation; the third part talks about issues related to governing, describing the civil and military skills of a monarch. Finally, it writes about the beautiful mountains and rivers, and the majestic momentum."
"The last part is about returning to the countryside, describing the warmth and elegance of the world, which is exactly how a gentleman manages his family and his life."
"This Thousand Character Essay is all-encompassing, with clear context and concise language. It is really a rare and good article." Xun Yu made a very serious and pertinent evaluation.
"This article is from an ancient article that I came across in the market some time ago. It has been revised and adjusted. I would like to ask your Majesty, is it possible to sell this book as an enlightenment book?" Cao Zhang respectfully asked Xun Yu for advice.
Xun Yu nodded repeatedly: "If this article is widely disseminated as an enlightenment book, it will be a blessing to scholars all over the world!"
When Cao Zhang saw what Xun Yu said, he immediately stood up and saluted Xun Yu respectfully: "I am brave enough to ask you to publish this article in your name. I will arrange for this book to be printed and sold in large quantities all over the world to benefit scholars all over the world! "
Xun Yu didn't expect that Cao Zhang would come to him and make such a request. He stood up in a panic and returned the gift: "Sir, this is your masterpiece, and it is a great merit. How can I keep it as my own? I absolutely cannot use it."
Cao Zhang said very seriously: "Your Majesty! You are highly respected and one of the most respected sages in the world. Your name has been spread all over the world for your long-term efforts for the Han Dynasty and the people."
"It is precisely because of your clear name and the publication of thousands of words in your name that people can truly believe that this is a good book that is beneficial to readers. Your influence can convince more people, so that you can better benefit Scholars all over the world. Let more people enjoy the baptism of ancient wisdom through this book, enlighten their souls, and cultivate their moral character and talents."
"For the sake of all the scholars in the world, I ask you not to refuse any more!" Cao Zhang explained his reasons very sincerely and bowed respectfully to Xun Yu again...
