There is no price increase for the special issue published today, and the princess and her wife, as one of the only shareholders, do not intend to make a profit on the price difference now that they are facing a huge enemy.
If you sell it for 50 cents a copy, the sales volume will probably not be less than 10,000 copies, which means you can earn more than 300 taels of silver after tax.
The princess and his wife have already made a lot of money from annual user deposits and advertising fees, not to mention that they have opened several new best-selling magazines, so they are not short of money.
In special times, the couple is very willing to donate money and materials and print a large number of newspapers for free to help the people of the capital.
However, judging from the current situation, it seems that it is not necessary yet. Because the people who sell newspapers are people who are not short of money, many users assign servants to buy them.
The printing volume of this issue will start at least 10,000 copies, or even 20,000 copies. In addition to the capital, it also needs to be distributed to Tianjin, Baoding, Xuanda, and even Shandong, Shanxi and other places.
The capital city is full of dragons and crouching tigers. Not only the dignitaries, but also the servants and maids of many wealthy families can read. Coupled with the numerous government offices, merchants, and scholars, the size of the reading audience market has become extremely large.
After the popularity of "Jingshi Daily", even storytellers in teahouses and restaurants would prepare a newspaper for emergencies.
Many rich people who don't want to use their brains are a little confused about the contents of the newspapers, and no one around them understands the secrets and cannot interpret them.
They are willing to go to consumer places and spend a few bucks to have storytellers give advice. If something makes sense, they will write it down. If it doesn’t make sense, they will just listen to it for fun.
With the support of a certain prince, teahouses, restaurants, inns, entertainment venues and other places in the capital gradually became more prosperous than before.
Storytellers hang out in most places, restaurants open late, and teahouses are usually the first to open and full of customers.
Teahouses have also begun to take care of the breakfast business. You can't let customers fill themselves with tea after entering the door. It is necessary to provide simple meals.
Many people with money and time in their pockets, most of whom were the second generation of rich people, sons of officials, shareholders without real power, etc., bought newspapers in the morning, and did not want to go home directly, so they came to the teahouse and coughed with a group of people. Play.
Everyone's conversation revolved around the contents of the newspaper. At this time, the storyteller had already read through most of the contents of the day's newspaper, and he had some thoughts in his mind, so he could answer everyone's questions.
Storytellers are definitely not illiterate, they usually have some knowledge, and many of them are unlucky guys who failed the imperial examination. They are the most eloquent, eloquent, and know common sense about literature and history, and they rely on this ability to make a living.
The storytellers had their own opinions about the contents of the newspapers published that day, and they would tell anyone who was willing to give them a reward.
Except for not being able to criticize the prince's imperial edicts and imperial decrees, you can speak freely on other aspects, and it is not a crime to say that you are like a real prince.
But in normal times, what everyone is most interested in is "The Secret History of the Borderlands" written by Anonymous, but it is a top-notch masterpiece that cannot be found even with a lantern.
Although a book costs as much as 500 yuan, it is still hard to find in the circle of friends who are not short of money. They even regard it as the best choice to give to their relatives and friends.
Everyone who has read this book highly praises it. Although they do not know who the author is, they privately call the author of this book "the greatest poet of this dynasty"!
Two books have been published so far, both of which are about the story of Emperor Taiji and his woman, but it seems that Dorgon's name appears at the end of the second book.
Most readers have turned on the automatic association mode, and involuntarily began to imagine that some inexplicable things happened between Donglu's concubine and a certain prince...
"Brother Zheng, are you planning to go south to avoid trouble?"
"Tsk, tsk~! I am hesitating, things are unpredictable!"
Two wealthy people who often met in this teahouse were discussing their plans at a table. The situation outside was turbulent, and they felt as if they did not have the protection they deserved in the capital.
"Listen to what Brother Li said, don't you want to take your family and leave Beijing?"
"Oh~! I thought about it, but when I arrived, the prince didn't leave. The newspaper said that the prince would use immortal magic to defeat the enemy. I guess it was not a myth. We have also seen the appearance of an airship. It is indeed an immortal magic. Undoubtedly, if there is a more sharp magic, we will not be afraid of Donglu's hundred thousand cavalry. Secondly, most of my family's business is in Beijing. If it is closed for half a year, I am afraid that if it reopens again, the market share will be lost to its peers. They took it away. I wanted to learn how to manage the fairy world from the prince. It is not easy to have these customers now. My classmates also learned these things, but things are different now. Come on, listen. It is said that the third volume of "Secret History Beyond the Border" will be released this month, and I am waiting to take a sneak peek!"
Everyone has their own ideas, and businessmen are the most cautious. At present, officials cannot leave their jobs without permission. Even Ding You in the family must return immediately, and military generals are no exception.
In addition to their own lives, most businessmen are unwilling to stop the business at hand. According to the prince's method, their business is booming. It would be a pity to stop at this time.
Earning one thousand taels of silver a month, the loss would be as high as six thousand taels after stopping for half a year, not counting the customers snatched away by peers. When Beijing is relieved of the siege, it will definitely not be that easy if you want to get your customers back.
After spending a lot of money to learn from the prince, the merchants in the capital not only broadened their horizons, but also learned various sales techniques.
Regarding operating costs, channel circulation, terminal displays, promotional activities and many other aspects, everything is now very clear, but it feels like being completely transformed.
Many people's careers were soaring, but at this time they received the bad news that Donglu was at the gate, and naturally they hated the Tatars deeply.
The prince had scraped the land before and now he had begun to pay everyone back. If the Tatars broke into the city, wouldn't they be raided a second time?
The dog Tatars don't have the skills of a prince. Apart from burning, killing and looting, they know nothing about how to run a business and earn money. They are no different from the savages who drink blood from their hair.
The merchants were determined to support the imperial court and resist to the end. If the capital was captured, it would be of no benefit to all walks of life. Even those selling coffins would have to lose money.
The reason is very simple. Everyone is almost dead. Those who survive can just dig a hole and bury the body. Who needs to buy a coffin?
"What Brother Li said is true! Brother Li, is the third book really going to be published this month?"
The man surnamed Zheng automatically ignored the first two important factors and directly chose to ask the one he considered most concerned. His facial expression was naturally one that all men would understand...
"Unless he was unruly or was scared away by the Tatars, according to someone's calculations, it should be published next month!"
The man surnamed Li was originally good at eating and drinking. After becoming the crown prince, he also had a hobby of reading newspapers and books. He regarded himself as an elegant man, but his relatives and friends around him knew what he was like inside.
"Oh~! Hiss...it won't be long! Tsk tsk! To be honest with Brother Li, I can't wait any longer!"
When the man surnamed Zheng thought of the plot in the book, he showed infinite longing and desire for the new book. Even if you spend twice as much, or even several times the price, it is a good deal to get it first.
"Same! It's just that there are no fake books on the market. There are fake books, but they were quickly discovered, and the boy who sold the books was beaten until his skin was bruised and swollen, haha!"
When it comes to this matter, it is a topic among men. Naturally, they will tell everything they know, and they will not do anything until they are fully satisfied.
"Haha! You deserve it! How can such a good thing that benefits so many couples be allowed to be allowed to go unchecked by shameless people? It should be beaten! It should be beaten!"
Now many readers have formed a consensus that if they want to buy, buy the genuine version and are determined to support the author's writing. Otherwise, how can the author continue to create if he has no income?
What is genuine?
It’s the book I bought at Qianqi Department Store!
The book only has 500 words. Compared with the rich content contained in it, the price is definitely not expensive!
It's just that the official books are printed in horizontal format, similar to the "Jingshi Daily", which makes it uncomfortable for first-time readers.
But after getting used to it, it seems to be extremely refreshing, and it is much easier to read than the vertical version.
Some people say that this book has a great relationship with the Crown Prince. Firstly, the content of this book is about Donglu. Secondly, this book is also printed horizontally. Thirdly, this book can be sold in Qianqi Department Store.
Without the support of the prince, the author would not have dared to be so reckless. He was afraid that the factory guards would break in and be jailed before the book could be released.
The fact that the author was able to publish two books in a row was really connected. With the ears and eyes of the prince, he must have already known the situation and allowed the author to continue writing. The reason is self-evident.
With that man's nature, he could consider and use any method that could attack the Tatars. The former man would definitely not act like this.
This is just something I think about in my heart, no one dares to say it out of my mouth. If the factory guards find out about it, it would be a big deal.
However, there are plans from above, and the people below are just trying to have fun. In the eyes of the wealthy gentry, half a tael of silver is not even enough for a meal these days. If you can buy a good book, it is a great deal.
Everyone in the family has bought more than ten or twenty copies. From the master to the concubine, almost everyone has a copy. Since mahjong, newspapers, and various publications have appeared, the idle wealthy gentry and their female relatives have become busy with their own affairs.
Whether it is day or night, life is extremely good, and many families will be able to have children next year...
"Old Liu Tou, tell me whether you can hold on to this capital. I'll give you two taels of silver. Give me a good talk!"
"Yes! Tell me! I'll wait until you hear it clearly!"
A relatively fat rich man took out two taels of silver and asked the waiter in the teahouse to deliver it to the storyteller. He was not short of money, but what was missing was in-depth analysis of important issues.
There are already many people fleeing with their families on the street. Whether to leave or stay, more wealthy gentry and businessmen are waiting for the advice of the presidents of various industries.
The presidents were also undecided, so they had no choice but to go to the back residence to ask for a meeting with the Crown Prince, thinking that for the sake of their previous contributions, they could also get clear instructions from the Crown Prince.
There were people from every house squatting in various clubs waiting for letters, others coming to teahouses to listen to everyone's brainstorming, and even more seeking information from friends in the court.
In short, you must make use of all information channels, otherwise all the knowledge you paid and learned from the prince will be for nothing.
"Thank you, Master Chen, for the silver reward! Then I will tell you, Master Chen, how to defend the capital against enemies!"
Old Liu Tou has been making a living in teahouses in the capital for some years. As a prospective scholar who has not even been a scholar, and whose family has no filial piety, being able to make a living without dying of hunger is considered a blessing from God. .
Usually there are not many customers in the teahouse at this time, but because the news of Donglu's Knock Pass has been widely publicized, the teahouse is now full. The purpose of everyone coming to the teahouse is no exception. They all want to inquire about the news and prepare for their own future. For reference.
"Master Chen! Everyone! I have read the newspaper that was just published. I think it is certain that I came to Donglu to knock on the pass. I dare to ask you, is it your wealth and life that is more important, or that of the Queen and the Crown Prince? Is life important? The prince has not moved at all, as steady as a mountain. But you are in a panic, like ants on a hot pot. Such a comparison makes me really understand!"
Old Liu Tou didn't know what happened at the rear residence, but one thing was certain, that is, if the prince went south with the queen, he would immediately send factory guards to clear the streets to avoid congestion when Luan drove out of the city.
It is not impossible to leave the city at night without leaving during the day, but this is a bit ridiculous. The dignified Ming prince and regent took the queen's biological mother and fled overnight. It is really the most ridiculous thing in the world!
When everyone thought about it, it seemed to make sense.
To me, ordinary people have a low life.
To the prince, his whole family, young and old, are just a bunch of despicable lives.
"There are still 100,000 troops in the capital. The two commanders-in-chief, Hong Chengchou and Sun Chuanting, have already won many battles in the Huguang battlefield. If Jifu is attacked and the capital gives an early warning, he will definitely bring 200,000 troops to serve the king. The prince still has the airship, a powerful weapon in the immortal world that he has never used. , plus Xuanda, Baoding, Shandong and other reinforcements, the total number is no less than 400,000. With such a strong strength of the Wang division, how can the Crown Prince be afraid of the invasion of Donglu?"
There are immortal airships to assist in the battle, and there are 400,000 troops to defend the enemy. Thinking of this, everyone's restless mood has been relieved to a certain extent.
If the airship was just a verbal description, no one would believe it, but millions of people in the capital have seen the feat of an airship taking off more than once.
The king's division is equipped with dozens or even hundreds of such sharp weapons, and with an army of 400,000, he can actually compete with the 100,000 Donglu cavalry in a showdown!
"It has been rumored in the world before that the prince has unshown immortal skills that can defeat the enemy. You must have heard about it. I am not exaggerating. In my opinion, the airship is just a drop in the bucket that the prince learned during his study tour in the immortal world. That's it, more sharp methods will be slowly revealed to the world. To say the least, the capital city is high and deep, and the king has thousands of fire cannons, tens of thousands of bird cannons, and millions of arrows, supplemented by various instruments How can one be invincible when defending against an enemy?"
Regarding the Crown Prince's ability, Old Liu Tou naturally said that the more mysterious the better, anyway, it was impossible for everyone present to go to the rear mansion for an on-site inspection.
Regarding the defense of the capital, you only need to tell everyone the general situation. Donglu's previous invasions failed to capture the capital, and they were even afraid of attacking the city. They often bypassed the city, which already shows the problem.
Old Liu Tou knew how powerful Donglu was, but at that time it was impossible to fight in the field and attack the city. He couldn't even attack Jinzhou, let alone the rock-solid capital?
The king's division relied on the city to defend against the enemy and stood firm waiting for reinforcements. Even if the Eastern captives had great abilities in the wilderness, how could they deal with them at this time? ? ?
