But before leaving, Zhao Feng still talked to Shen Baochuan about the Shen family's current business.
"Shopkeeper Shen, now that the Shen family has become an imperial merchant again, those fabrics are very popular with some dignitaries in the capital. Under such circumstances, I suggest that the Shen family focus on the upper class."
"As much as possible, serve the people at the top first, and then consider other things."
"After all, the Shen family has almost been squeezed out of the fabric business at all levels before. Only by controlling what we have now can we continue to expand."
After hearing Zhao Feng's warning, Shen Baochuan nodded very seriously.
"Mr. Zhao, you are right. With the current capabilities of the Shen family, it is estimated that they can only control this part of the market first."
"We will definitely be cautious and will not involve more markets for the time being!"
Zhao Feng felt relieved now. He was worried that the Shen family would continue to spread their own fabrics as before, but not only would they not be able to increase profits, but they would make enemies everywhere.
After arranging things for the Shen family, Zhao Feng went home and told Chen Rou some things.
"After I settle there, I will come home. Don't go out far during this period. Remember to lock the door at night."
"If there is anything that cannot be solved, go to the county town to find the Shen family. I have already said hello."
Zhao Feng warned her in detail, and Chen Rou nodded reluctantly, her eye circles already slightly red.
"Husband, you just came back not long ago, and now you have to leave again. You must take care of yourself while you are away!"
Chen Rou had a worried expression on her face, and she tidied up the wrinkles on Zhao Feng's clothes thoughtfully, obviously unwilling to let Zhao Feng leave.
But both of them knew that this had to be done. After saying goodbye reluctantly, Zhao Feng rode his horse and headed towards Fucheng.
As soon as Zhao Feng left, Chen Rou couldn't help but shed tears. She stayed in front of the house until Zhao Feng completely disappeared, then she wiped away her tears and turned back to the house.
Zhao Feng rode a fast horse and rushed all the way to Fucheng. Just after noon, Zhao Feng had already arrived in Fucheng.
Although Fucheng is only fifty or sixty miles away from the county seat, this is the real city. When he arrived at the gate of Nostalgia Fucheng, Zhao Feng quickly dismounted his horse and was allowed to enter the city after checking his identity.
Although this capital city is relatively remote, it is much better than the county town. Although it may not be as prosperous as the capital city, there are also various businesses.
As soon as he entered the city gate, Zhao Feng noticed that there was a large open space on the east side of the city gate, and there were many vendors selling various things in the open space.
Some are fresh vegetables collected from villages relatively close to Fucheng, some are farm products, etc., and there are even some prey caught by hunters, etc.
Seeing how prosperous this market was, Zhao Feng couldn't help but feel a little emotional.
Although the city of this Fucheng is not large, it already has some prototypes of later cities. It is not only divided into professional commercial areas and residential areas, but there are also officials from the government on the streets of this Fucheng, who patrol from time to time.
Of course, as a provincial capital, this city has a very strict curfew system every night, so no pedestrians are allowed to wander privately in this city after dark.
Zhao Feng led the horse and quickly arrived at the gate of the government office. This government office was also very impressive and located in the center of the entire city. The dark red door of the government office was also covered with many rivets, and the left and right sides of the door were erected separately. There was a drum and a gong, and four officials were guarding the door.
After Zhao Feng tied the horses nearby, he walked directly towards the coffins, then cupped his hands and said with a smile.
"Brother official officer, I'm here to see Prefect Yu."
"Please tell me that Zhao Feng from Zhaojiazhuang is here."
When the officer heard this, he couldn't help but frown slightly, looked Zhao Feng up and down, and saw that the clothes Zhao Feng was wearing were of good quality, and he no longer felt contempt in his heart.
"Zhao Feng from Zhaojiazhuang?"
The officer muttered, but did not move.
Only then did Zhao Feng realize. He quickly took out a piece of broken silver from his belt and stuffed it into the hand of the official with a smile. The official crushed the silver and then smiled and asked Zhao Feng to wait here while he went in to report. went.
Zhao Feng turned his head and looked across from the government office, and found that it was actually a restaurant, and the business of this restaurant was still booming. It was noon, and there were many customers talking loudly in the restaurant.
On both sides of the government office were some high-rise mansions. Zhao Feng didn't know what wealthy families there were in the city, so he didn't take a closer look.
At this moment, the prefect Yu Ruhai came out from inside with a hearty smile.
"Oh, since Brother Zhao is here, he can just walk in, so why wait at the door!"
"I was still thinking that Brother Zhao should be here in the next day or two, but I didn't expect that Brother Zhao would come in time!"
Hearing Yu Ruhai's very enthusiastic words, Zhao Feng smiled, cupped his hands, and said very respectfully.
"The common people have met the prefect!"
But Yu Ruhai waved his hand, walked over and took Zhao Feng's hand, and then said to the officials at the door.
"From today on, this Mr. Zhao is my master!"
"When you see him from now on, you must respect him as much as you do me. Do you understand?"
The officials agreed very respectfully, and Yu Ruhai turned to Zhao Feng and said.
"Brother Zhao came here after a long journey. He probably hasn't had lunch yet. There happens to be a restaurant opposite here. I have already made a reservation for the banquet."
"Why don't we just stay here and wash away the dust for Brother Zhao!"
Zhao Feng didn't expect that Yu Ruhai would value him so much, and he couldn't shirk it at this time, so he had no choice but to nod and agree.
Yu Ruhai smiled and led Zhao Feng towards the restaurant opposite. At this time, Yu Ruhai was not wearing official uniform, but how could a dignified prefect not be recognized by others?
As soon as they entered the restaurant, the guests of the restaurant immediately greeted Yu Ruhai.
Yu Ruhai smiled and said a few polite words, and then took Zhao Feng upstairs to the private room.
Judging from the attitude of these people towards Yu Ruhai, Zhao Feng felt that this Yu Ruhai should be considered a good official, otherwise he would not be greeted by so many people with smiles.
Yu Ruhai took Zhao Feng to the private room upstairs and sat down, then directly ordered the waiter to serve wine and food.
Then Yu Ruhai asked Zhao Feng some information, specifically whether Zhao Feng had a place to rest, whether his family affairs had been settled, etc. Most of them were just pleasantries.
