Chapter 699 The Imperial Examination is Suspended

Shen Qingqian's guess was correct. These words were indeed released by Shengze, just after analyzing the shortage of people in northern Hubei with Shen Qingqian that night.

Sheng Ze knew very well that the enmity between him and Sheng Zhan was a trivial matter between the development and survival of the Jin Dynasty, but the population issue was a major matter with far-reaching consequences.

No matter whether it can be used in the future or not, he planned ahead and it would do no harm to Northern Hubei.

Making Northern Hubei an auspicious place favored by God in public opinion is only the first step. If we really want to attract people to settle down in Northern Hubei, we still have to look at the future development of Northern Hubei.

When Shen Chen heard these words, she subconsciously looked around.

He has been at Shen's house for a while, and he has heard many things about Miss Six these days, including the fact that she and Cheng San went out for a month.

Recently, I have heard many stories about the weather being so hot but there is no water shortage in northern Hubei. For a moment, Shen Shen would have an idea in his mind that he himself could not believe.

The problem of water shortage in northern Hubei was probably solved by Miss Liu.

Of course, he didn't tell anyone about this idea, because he knew that even if he told it, it would be difficult for people to believe it. After all, this thing was so magical that anyone would think of a god.

Shen Qingqian suddenly pointed to a shop on the street, "This shop is for rent, let's go and have a look."

Now that she has more and more things in her hands, she will have more and more business to do in the future. It would be a good idea to look at suitable stores now.

After this year's autumn harvest, fine cloth will be produced in Shangyang Village, making it a perfect location for a clothing store.

Shen Qingqian was looking at it with purpose and fell in love with this store at first sight, but she didn't plan to do anything for the time being. She just came in to inquire.

When Shen Shen was there, he was the one to communicate, while Shen Qingqian wandered around the shop.

This is a bookstore with a variety of books. The first floor is for sale, and the second floor is for rent, and you can also read it in the store.

But reading here for half a day costs five cents, and the bookstore provides the cheapest tea.

When she came down from upstairs, she happened to hear the bookstore owner complaining to Shen Chen.

"Young master, you don't know. Last year, King Zhao suddenly rebelled, and the court suspended Enke. I thought there was hope for the scientific examination this year, but who knew... Alas, my shop is located in this location, and I really can't afford the rent! "

The selection of talents in the Jin Dynasty mainly relies on two methods, one is recommendation and the other is selection through imperial examination.

Last year's Autumn Festival, which was supposed to occur once every three years, was delayed due to King Zhao's rebellion. Northern Hubei is now showing signs of being abandoned by the imperial court. Many students have no intention of studying for scientific examinations. Not only this bookstore cannot continue to spread, but also the entire Hubei. There are many bookstores in the north that are no longer open.

Shen Qingqian could figure out these truths with just a little thought in his mind, and the bookstore owner naturally understood it, so although the location of the store was very good, he still had to reluctantly sublet the store.

"How long does it take for your shop to expire, boss?" Shen Shen was led astray by him and asked the most important question directly.

The bookstore owner smiled coquettishly and said: "There are still two years left. If the young master can start a small business, it will definitely be fine."

If you want to do long-term business, this shop is not suitable.

You don't own the shop. After the expiration, the landlord can take it back if he wants, and may increase the price at any time. Anyone who wants to do business for a long time will not choose a shop with a two-year lease term.

Shen Chen smiled and turned to look at Shen Qingqian.