Kangxi thought of Cao Yin's leaks from the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
The pharmacists at the Royal Pharmacy were overwhelmed. Both Monan Mongolia and Mobei Mongolia ordered a lot of medicine from Brother Jiu.
The deposit paid is enough to purchase the medicinal materials.
Nowadays, the manager of the Royal Pharmacy specializes in purchasing medicinal materials from other places.
As for Cao Yin, the Jiangning Cashmere Weaving Factory is also well prepared.
Kangxi was not in a hurry to scold his son, but he said with a straight face, "What is the way to make money? I have already said that I will not allow disturbing the people or looting the place..."
Brother Jiu hurriedly asked: "Is my son the kind of person who violates the holy order? Not only did he listen to Khan Amma's words, his son has now read through the "Qing Dynasty Code"..."
Having said this, he looked at the cases Kangxi had at hand.
In addition to the pen, ink, paper and inkstone, and two piles of approved and unapproved folders, there are also two private seals of Kangxi.
He pointed and said: "This time my son is eyeing the pockets of literati. Not only the capital, but also Jiangnan and other provinces..."
Kangxi followed his line of sight, shook his head and said, "If you want to get involved in the study business, it's not like selling medicine before where you can be exclusive."
Brother Jiu smiled and said: "It's not pen, ink, paper and inkstone, it's seal material!"
He talked about Changhua Chicken Blood Stone.
There are also chicken blood stones in the palace, but there are fewer of them, and they are not as precious as the other two materials.
Brother Jiu said, "It has its merits because it has been passed down from the previous dynasty to this day. The quality of this kind of thing is no problem. The rest is to make it fashionable, which is also very simple..."
Having said this, he mentioned the small merchants and hawkers he saw outside Jingci Temple in the morning.
Many people took advantage of the Holy Emperor's stay in Hangzhou, and the people were curious about the royal family, so they used the banner of the capital.
What about the palace flowers in the capital, the tea soup in the capital, and the milk pancakes in the capital.
It can be seen that this popular trend is not just from Jiangnan to the capital.
It will also spread from the capital to the south of the Yangtze River.
The father and son had already partnered up once to sell medicine during their northern tour last year. Kangxi already knew what goes above and below.
He asked: "Then what are your plans?"
Brother Jiu had already made a rough plan and said, "My son plans to send people to Changhua to buy all the rough stones that can be purchased on the market, and then leave an exclusive purchase contract with the local merchants. When the quantity is large, we will It will take about three years to slowly spread out..."
Kangxi understood that it was just "hoarding".
This thing is indeed not about people's livelihood.
Even if the premium is ten times or hundreds of times, it does not harm the interests of ordinary people.
The corners of his mouth turned up slightly, "Then what kind of lending method is this?"
Borrowing?
It's really fresh.
Brother Jiu thought about it in his mind and said, "This thing is not expensive now, and the output is limited. My son wants to transfer 20,000 taels of silver from you for a period of three years. When the transaction comes to an end, the capital will be transferred to you." I’ll give it back to you, and I’ll contribute another 30% of the profit minus the throwing fee!”
Kangxi was dissatisfied and said: "Why is it only 30%?"
Last year, it was just a loan and a 50-50 repayment.
This year I spent the capital, and it dropped to 30%.
He remembered a word, "No businessman, no traitor", and the ninth prince seemed to have become unrealistic.
Brother Jiu held out three fingers and said, "My son got a good omen at Jingci Temple this morning. From now on, my three sons, I am not trying to save some for my son, so don't let go like before."
Kangxi felt slightly sour in his heart.
The son below is still gone, so I, my mother, have to give in.
Brother Jiu was clever and immediately said: "Khan Ama, this is not a one-time deal. The next time my son wants to do something else, it will still be 30%. If you add up to the 33%, you won't lose anything."
Kangxi snorted softly and said: "No, I still feel that I am at a loss. You are still the head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. This business could have been under the name of the Ministry of Internal Affairs like pharmaceuticals."
Brother Jiu was stunned and looked at Kangxi in disbelief. He sneered for a while and said: "Khan Ama, it's better to separate public and private matters. Needless to say, I sold medicine last time. That one was used in the Imperial Hospital and involved the vassal. This time It has just been handed over to the public, so this seal is a small matter, so there is no need to trouble the Ministry of Internal Affairs."
Kangxi said with some sincerity: "A seal is a stone. Its value is not only 'effective', but rarity is valuable, the carving also plays a major role. This plus the word 'made within' does not mean it is valuable." It can be doubled again”
After hearing the meaning of these words, Brother Jiu thought about it and said, "Then if it is not under the name of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, my son cannot be a craftsman from the internal affairs department?"
Kangxi said: "You don't have to be in the name of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, but you are suspected of using public weapons for personal use. In this case, the '50-50 split' cannot be less. When the censor impeaches the prince and competes for profits with the people, I will still be asked To protect you, I will bear the suspicion of allowing my son to act recklessly, and you will be my 'loved son' from now on..."
Brother Jiu was heartbroken after hearing this.
This "beloved son" title is not bad.
No matter what happens inside, you can deceive people externally.
As a bald prince without a title, he left the palace and opened a mansion. As time went by, he was looked down upon for no reason, and even his wife was looked down upon by his clan relative Fujin.
He did not hide his joy, looked at Kangxi happily and said, "Okay, it all depends on what you say. Who makes you the most respected and closest Khan Amma to my son!"
He was proud when he came, and his pride was doubled when he left.
Kangxi felt a lot better looking at him looking so stupid.
It’s really satisfying.
However, he was still picky and complained to Liang Jiugong: "I really don't know the sufferings of the world. I know that the rag strip is not worth two hundred cash and only has a cost of more than ten cash, but I still acted like a fool and bought it at the original price. I'm afraid that They don’t even know what a counteroffer is.”
Liang Jiugong said, "Master Jiu is still kind-hearted. He exposed the price because he didn't want to be fooled, but he still gave it the original price. This is his compassion for the people in the market."
Kangxi shook his head and said: "It's just a little cleverness. Every time I say something, I won't be able to take advantage either inside or outside."
Liang Jiugong thought about the snuff bottle at the bottom of the box and wanted to tilt his mouth.
Think about it and forget about it.
It's not worth arguing with him.
I'm afraid I'm so angry that Brother Jiu doesn't know where he made a mistake.
*
In the small courtyard of Shu Shu and Ninth Brother, Ninth Brother proudly said the title of "beloved son" at first, and then couldn't help but regretted it. "I gave you too much at the beginning, but I'm afraid it will be less if it goes down later." It’s hard work, why do you think Khan Ama means to equalize the wealth and the poor..."
"This is because I see that I am about to make a fortune, so I should quickly search for more. Just wait and see, the money will go back to his pocket. He doesn't really want to take it. He must have rewarded it casually."
Shu Shu smiled and said: "Don't worry about this. The emperor is right. If you get the 'in-house', your worth will indeed increase a hundred times. Besides, this 'emperor's beloved son' is even more valuable. Not to mention 50%, he is full of filial piety." It’s not a loss.”
After doubling the ingredients, the remaining 50% is more than the 70% without doubling.
Brother Jiu will also have this account.
Shu Shu thought further.
With the additional charge of being a "money-greedy prince", it is unlikely that the Ninth Prince will be able to take root in the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
The boss of the previous dynasty was probably worried about having a character like Brother Jiu walking in the previous dynasty.
However, she reminded Brother Jiu to keep his accounts clean.
Even if the outside world really thinks that Brother Jiu is a money-grubbing prince, they cannot let the next emperor misunderstand him.
Brother Jiu nodded and said: "Well, I will definitely keep accounts. If anyone questions in the future, I will throw them in the face!"
The next day, free time.
The couple was finally able to act alone.
The two of them didn't go far. They strolled around the imperial street near the palace, and then went to a nearby tea garden to spend half a day.
The Mingqian tea has passed, and now it is the time to make the Yuqian tea.
Shu Shu drank tea with Brother Jiu, bought ten kilograms of newly made Yuqian tea and returned to the palace.
The next day is March 25th.
The scene in Suzhou appeared outside the palace again.
Guo Shilong, governor of Fujian and Zhejiang, and Zhang Bo, governor of Zhejiang, led Zhejiang Manchu and Han civil and military officials, officials, gods and people, gathered in the palace and knelt down to stay with the holy driver.
Kangxi agreed and stayed for one more day. The original plan was to set off on the 26th, but it was postponed to the 27th.
Brother Jiu watched the excitement and came back to talk to Shu Shu: "It's like singing in a big show, just wait, I will definitely have to kneel down again tomorrow and the day after tomorrow..."
Shu Shu saw that he was careless and reminded: "Don't forget, it's time to go to the camp..."
Brother Jiu's smile gradually solidified.
Then he said: "Don't be afraid, don't be afraid. I will give up martial arts and follow literature. As long as Khan Ama and my brothers don't force me, who can let me draw the bow and shoot arrows?"
While the couple was talking, He Yuzhu came in and said, "Sir, Cao Yin from Jiangning Weaving is here. Meet him outside."
Brother Jiu was a little surprised and said: "Please come in!"
Shu Shu stood up and said, "I'm going to the east room."
The couple were talking in the west room before.
Brother Ninth nodded.
After a while, He Yuzhu led Cao Yin in.
Brother Jiu stood up to greet him and said, "You are here to welcome me, are you here early?"
Cao Yin said: "I am here with the two governors. The people of Jiangning are eagerly anticipating the arrival of the Holy Emperor."
Brother Jiu knew that this was all due to the loyalty of local officials.
He said: "But does Khan Amma have to go back to Suzhou first, and Songjiang Mansion wants to go there to appease the people?"
Cao Yin glanced at Brother Nine in surprise, not expecting Brother Nine to think of this.
He nodded and said, "That should be the case."
Brother Jiu asked, "What about the cashmere weaving farm? How are the preparations going? Have you tried to get samples?"
Cao Yin said: "I came here just to mention this matter to Master Jiu."
As he spoke, he took out a large purse from his sleeve, took a palm-sized piece of cashmere material from it, and handed it to Brother Jiu.
As soon as Brother Jiu took it, he knew it was a good thing and it felt very soft.
Extremely slippery.
He smiled and said, "Isn't this pretty good!"
Such good materials, not only for external use, but also for sale in the capital and Jiangnan, will not be bad.
Cao Yin nodded and said: "The stuff is indeed good, but the cashmere must be degreased. The procedures are complicated and the cost of throwing is several times higher. The thread must be spun first and then the loom must be specially modified. The output will not be high for the time being."
These were all expected by Brother Jiu.
But if you only hope to make money from this, it’s not enough to just strive for excellence.
He thought for a while and said: "Then let's divide it into two levels. Cashmere is used for excellence, and wool is made by reducing a few processes..."
Cao Yin has been in the weaving post for more than ten years and is naturally well versed in economics.
I know this is a good idea.
"It's just that if we expand production and there is no shortage of labor, this material..."
Cao Yin was a little worried.
Brother Jiu said, "I made contracts with many tribes to purchase wool during the first month of the year. They are responsible for transporting it to the capital, and will then follow Jiangning's tribute ship to transport it to Jiangning."
Cao Yin nodded, with hesitation on his face.
Brother Jiu saw it and said, "You're not an outsider. If you have something to say, just tell me."
Cao Yin hesitated for a moment and said: "I have a nephew, Cao Shun, who is already in his weak years and has never been out on errands. He was with me before, but I can't delay my future. I just listened to it in front of the emperor. He said Master Jiu needs someone to take care of him..."
Brother Jiu said happily: "Then let him come over later. He is a disciple of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. He will run errands with me first. When he gets more experience, I will fill his vacancy..."
Coming from a family of officials in the Ministry of Internal Affairs like the Cao family, and being pushed to him, that shouldn't be a big deal.
Cao Yin thanked him with gratitude.
Brother Ninth really lacks people around him.
Before, I was thinking about who to send to Changhua, because I was afraid that the other party would bully me.
His eldest son, Gao Bin, caught the cold during the journey and was kept by his ninth elder brother to pack his luggage while in Jinan.
It should still be on its way south now.
Now, Brother Jiu's bloodstone business really needs to be watched by one person.
Such a candidate is also suitable, and he can be regarded as a local snake. No wonder Khan Ama came here.
After Cao Yin left, Brother Jiu mentioned the matter to Shu Shu.
Shu Shu was indeed surprised by Cao Shun's name. Is this his nephew?
Isn't he Cao Yin's youngest son?
Brother Jiu said, "I have heard of this person. His name should have been changed in the past few years. He was named Hedase earlier, and he donated to the supervising students long ago..."
The Cao family is also a bad debt.
I'm afraid the days to come won't be happy.
Shu Shu was still stunned by Cao Shun's name.
Then she shook her head, thinking that she had misunderstood. It was clearly a novelist's words.
Brother Jiu said, "This is Cao Yin's nephew, or his heir in his early years. Later he got his biological son. Anyway, everything is in a mess..."
Shu Shu cursed endlessly.
What's going on with Yanjiu?
When writing historical novels, shouldn’t you research information carefully?
Why are you so pretentious?
It’s really just a few names at the beginning, and the story can be made up casually.
