Qingzhou, a manor.
"Sir, the head of the aristocratic family who is cooperating with us would like to see you." Xiao Si bowed and said in a low voice.
"Why did they come to me?" Zhou Zhenwen put down the document in his hand and looked at Xiao Si.
"It's probably because of the price drop tomorrow..." Xiaosi reminded in a low voice.
"It seems they are anxious, so let's meet them!!"
Zhou Zhenwen ordered: "Inform them to meet me at Cuihu Hall."
"Yes." Xiao Si saluted, turned and left.
After burning the incense, Zhou Zhenwen stood up and walked towards the Green Lake Hall.
"Family heads, welcome!"
Zhou Zhenwen smiled and said in a rather cordial manner: "I miss you so much these days when I haven't seen you all!!"
"Master Zhou, you're welcome!"
“Don’t dare dare!!”
"Master Zhou is still so majestic and impressive!!"
"Mr. Zhou is young and promising. He is truly the pillar of our wilderness!!"
As the saying goes, don't hit someone with a smiling face. Seeing Zhou Zhenwen's enthusiasm, several family heads looked at each other and complimented him one after another.
All kinds of nice things are given to me for free.
The environment in the hall instantly became lively.
Both parties exchanged various pleasantries and compliments, as if they were old friends whom they hadn't seen for a long time.
After a dozen or so pleasantries, Zhou Zhenwen invited everyone to take a seat.
"Come on, come on, everyone, take your seats. Xiaosi, let the servants serve tea and take out my best ancient tree Dahongpao. You are all my best friends, Zhou. You must not neglect it!!" Zhou Zhenwen laughed. said.
"Yes, sir." Xiao Si saluted respectfully, walked out of the hall, and began to order the servants to serve tea.
The heads of the families looked at each other. They all felt Zhou Zhenwen's enthusiasm, but this enthusiasm made their hearts beat. Even Gongsun Wuji felt uneasy...
You must know that at the previous two banquets, Zhou Zhenwen gave them a warning for the first time, saying that he came to Qingzhou just to make money! !
At the second banquet, it was even more violent, and the table was turned over! !
This third meeting, but they looked like close friends, which was simply... frightening...
The head of the Tang family gave Gongsun Wuji a wild look, signaling for him to speak.
The other family heads also winked and signaled Gongsun Wuji to speak.
Seeing this, Gongsun Wuji could only bite the bullet and said proactively: "Mr. Zhou, in addition to not seeing Mr. Zhou for a long time and missing Mr. Zhou's style, we are here this time. There is also a small thing that we want to do to Mr. Zhou. help."
"Oh?" Zhou Zhenwen showed an astonished expression and said, "The head of the Gongsun family just said it doesn't matter."
In fact, how could Zhou Zhenwen not know the real reason for their visit?
As the saying goes, no matter what happens, don't go to the Three Treasures Hall.
There must be something going on when they come to the door.
And it’s never going to be a small thing.
"We have all received reminders from adults and know that the price of locusts will change..." Gongsun Wuji said cautiously.
Before he finished speaking, he was interrupted by Zhou Zhenwen: "Wait a minute."
"You guys get out first!"
Zhou Zhenwen ordered the maid and servant who were serving tea.
"Yes, sir." The maids and servants all saluted and exited the hall.
"Come on, gentlemen, please drink some tea first and speak slowly." Zhou Zhenwen picked up the tea cup and said with a smile.
"Thank you, sir."
After several family heads thanked him, he took a few sips of tea and then politely complimented him.
"Oh! What a wonderful tea! The color is like amber, fresh and elegant, and has a long aftertaste. Good tea, good tea!!"
"The entrance is slightly bitter, the middle note is soft, and the aftertaste is long and sweet. It is worthy of being the tea from the top Dahongpao ancient tree!!"
"The soup is orange-yellow and bright, with a fragrant aroma and the fragrance of orchids. It's really the best!"
...
After a good round of flattery, Gongsun Wuji saw that the time was almost up, and then continued: "Master Zhou, we are actually here for the price of locusts."
"Well, Zhou has guessed why you are here. If you have any difficulties, the head of the Gongsun family says it's okay. As long as I can help, I, Zhou, am obligated!" Zhou Zhenwen first gave several family heads a shot in the arm, and then suddenly the conversation started. After a sudden change, he said, "However, the locust incident involves important matters of the imperial court. Even I don't dare to mess with it. I hope you will understand."
"Understand, understand, Mr. Zhou works for the country and the people, we ordinary people naturally understand!" Gongsun Wuji originally felt very happy when he heard the first half of the words, thinking that things could be done, but when he heard the second half of the words, he Knowing that this Zhou Zhenwen is really as cunning as a fox, what he says is simply watertight.
The head of the Tang family even cursed in his heart: Understand, you understand! What do you mean, even you don't dare to mess around? You are the most messy. You are obviously here to control the locust plague. The most others can do is to withhold some relief food and make a small fortune. It's bad for you to make such a big noise. , turning locusts into popular snacks in one go, and frantically harvesting the wealthy businessmen of Qingzhou, the aristocratic families like them were severely damaged! ! This is simply unreasonable! !
The head of the Xu family also dared to be angry but did not dare to speak out. He thought silently in his heart: When it comes to making money, it has to be you Zhou Zhenwen! With various operations, you can turn locusts into hot-selling products, let everyone participate, and then you will make a fortune. Who knows how many wealthy businessmen will go bankrupt in this wave? Hey, what a sin! !
The head of the Shangguan family also had various thoughts running through his mind: I will die as a fellow Taoist, but I will not die as a poor Taoist! This time, our Shangguan family has made a lot of money. It doesn’t matter whether the remaining inventory can be sold or not. Even if we lose everything, we still make a profit, but it is best if we can sell it! If it is sold, it is a big profit; if it is not sold, it is a small profit! Anyway, I am not at a loss. As for wealthy businessmen and other aristocratic families, whoever wants to die will die! !
"Master Zhou, you informed us too hastily. We still have a lot of locusts in stock that have not been sold. If the price drops too fast, I'm afraid we will all go bankrupt!" Gongsun Wuji also knew that he could not make decisions based on left and right decisions. , clearly state the purpose of this trip.
"I see." Zhou Zhenwen nodded, "Then how does the Gongsun family master want to deal with it?"
"Master Zhou, we hope you can help us sell the locusts in our hands. We will give you 60% of the profit from the sales. You see..." Gongsun Wuji naturally knows the rules. It is impossible to ask someone to help without giving them some benefits.
"Hey!" Zhou Zhenwen waved his hand and said: "Since it is a favor, how can I be embarrassed to accept the benefits? Don't mention this kind of thing!"
"Master Zhou, it's like this. Maybe I didn't make it clear. Well...this is not a benefit fee, but a donation to Qingzhou government construction. Do you think?" Gongsun Wuji's eyes changed. Way.
"If you want to donate, let's talk to Governor Chen about this kind of thing. I still can't interfere in Qingzhou's affairs!" Zhou Zhenwen picked up the teacup, slowly sipped the tea, and said unhurriedly.
"This..." Gongsun Wuji naturally heard Zhou Zhenwen's subtext and wanted to bribe him, that's fine! But you have to find the right person and the right path.
The two methods just mentioned are not very good and I am not satisfied!
Gongsun Wuji looked at each other and communicated with several heads of aristocratic families.
'What does Zhou Zhenwen mean? He won't help? '
'Isn't this Zhou Zhenwen trying to kill the donkey? '
'Probably not. He didn't leave directly. If he wanted to see off the guests, he could just get up and leave. Since he is sitting, it means that he is still willing to contact us and help. '
'Since you are willing to help, why don't you tell me? It has to be roundabout and makes people anxious! ! '
"Giving benefits is an art. If we give them so blatantly, he must dare to accept them!" He came to Qingzhou, and he didn’t want to leave any clues in our hands. Naturally, he would not take money blatantly. This plan is nominally a project to generate revenue for the Qingzhou government. He is an honest official who does not make any money. ah! '
'Damn it, Master Gongsun, you are testing me! '
Under the gaze of the head of the Tang family, the head of the Gongsun family nodded calmly: "Master Zhou, you have just arrived in Qingzhou, and you don't know much about some of Qingzhou's characteristics. Why don't you let me be the host and take Master Zhou to eat? special snack?"
"There is no need for special snacks. I am not very particular about eating." Zhou Zhenwen waved his hand and said with a smile: "However, I heard that Qingzhou City has a special porcelain called white-glazed blue and white porcelain. I really like it. Even if you are not familiar with the place and don’t know where to buy it, if the owners of the house know about it and would like to come and let me know, I would be very grateful..."
