The currency of Jin State is one hundred wen per tael, so the price is not high when it comes to buying and selling slaves.
Because this is a lifetime buyout, that’s why it’s so much.
Some families would only buy three or two years at a time, and a slave would cost from five to ten taels and one year.
The cheapest rough-and-tumble wife buys one for a lifetime ranging from thirty taels to fifty taels, because she is getting older.
These slaves were bought without any social status or money. Unlike those from good families, they worked in the government because of poverty, signed documents for several years, and got money every month, just because of her He is a good citizen, so he has such preferential treatment.
But if you are lucky and meet a good family, they will give you some money every month.
The feudal system of Jin State still has a strong presence. The total number of slaves in the country alone exceeds 10 million.
Moreover, many of these slaves were exiled and demoted to slaves because of family crimes.
Those who are lucky will be living as slaves and maids, while those who are unlucky will end up in the Qin Tower and Chu Palace and become prostitutes.
Moreover, if these slaves want to redeem themselves, they must redeem themselves at three times their price.
This undoubtedly put an end to their thoughts. Where could they get so much money to redeem themselves from the deed of betrayal?
Another thing, it doesn't matter if you take the deed of betrayal, you still have to pay 200 taels to go to the government and deregister.
But those who are very beautiful are another matter. If you get the favor of your master and become a concubine, your master's family will automatically remove you from your citizenship.
Therefore, the price of these beautiful slaves is also very high, starting at a hundred taels.
Su Wan paid the silver check and gave Nanny Yang a reward of five taels of silver.
She and Su Wan, who were so busy, had to be kind and sophisticated, so they had to reward her.
Aunt Yang gave their deeds of sale to Su Wan. After Su Wan and Su Mu verified it and determined that there were no problems, they left with the five people.
They packed up their things and followed Su Wan out of the hospital honestly.
They were very hesitant in their hearts. They didn’t know whether the master they were following this time was a good one or a bad one. If they followed a good master, they might be able to live a peaceful life. If they followed a bad master, then their whole life would be miserable. It's over.
Su Wan took them directly to the courtyard of the workshop. After entering, he asked them to separate men and women. Each room can accommodate four people. Inside is a Datong shop.
There are a total of six rooms in the yard, three are used as warehouses, three are used as living rooms, and there is a kitchen for daily cooking.
"You go and pack your things first. There are four people in the room. People may come here later. Pay attention to cleaning at ordinary times. The room should be clean and tidy. After you have packed it, come out. I will tell you what to do in the future."
"Yes, Master!"
The five people responded respectfully and in unison.
They were all well disciplined. When talking to their master, they lowered their heads slightly, looked straight, and behaved in a well-behaved manner.
They were also quite quick. They packed up their belongings quickly, then came out and stood in the yard, waiting for Su Wan to lecture.
At this time, the people who came to deliver firewood came over, and Su Wan arranged for them to pile the firewood into the corner of the kitchen, where the pots, pans, rice, flour, and oil were all ready.
They also see work in their eyes, and when they see something to do, they take the initiative to carry firewood.
After finishing, he stood in the yard again and stood neatly.
Su Mu moved a stool and asked Su Wan to sit and lecture, setting up the master's music in an upright manner.
You must establish your authority in front of them so that they will be wary of you.
"Let me introduce myself. My surname is Su. You don't need to call me master from now on. Just call me eldest lady. From now on, if you follow me and work for me, I won't treat you badly. Your main job in the future is to work in this workshop. Work in the yard and help make things. I will teach you personally later. There is a kitchen in the yard. I have prepared firewood, rice, oil, salt, sauce, vinegar, and tea for you. You can cook and eat here. Usually, my uncle and the others also You don't have to feel burdened if you know how to work here. No one here treats you as a slave.
From now on, follow me and work steadily. From now on, I will give each of you two taels of silver in wages every month, so that you will not work in vain. "
When they heard that they still had two taels of silver a month for wages, the five of them couldn't help but look up at Su Wan and then quickly looked away.
Su Wan had a gentle smile on his face.
They looked at each other, but they didn't dare to look at each other for too long. They were trembling, but it could be seen that they were very excited about the two taels of silver every month.
It turns out that you can get paid by being a slave!
"Don't get excited, it's nothing. This is my basic respect for you. If you have any dissatisfaction in terms of food, clothing, housing and transportation, you can always mention it to me. Every quarter, I will do something for each of you. I get two new clothes and new shoes, I get red envelopes during holidays, and when I get tired from work, I get two days off every month, so I can go wherever I want.
But the premise is that your deed of betrayal is in my hands. I hope that when you work here, you can abide by your duties and don't leak anything that shouldn't be leaked. I will sell you without hesitation. You know, if you If you leave my place and go to another place, you may not necessarily get such good treatment. We will both prosper and suffer. Follow me and work hard. After three years, if you perform well, I will consider selling myself. The deed will be returned to you and you will be given the opportunity to renounce your citizenship.
After I become a good citizen and my business gets bigger in the future, I might be able to promote one of you to be a manager. It depends on who has the ability. "
Su Wan threw out the olive branch. With such good benefits and such a big temptation, if they couldn't be loyal, then Su Wan's good intentions would be in vain.
We are not afraid that some people are unmotivated, but we are afraid that some people will look down upon themselves and would rather be slaves for the rest of their lives.
You see, after Su Wan said these words, the five of them all looked surprised and disbelieving.
Xiaoman knelt down excitedly:
"Miss, is everything you said true?"
"Of course it's true. I, Su Wan, can't keep up with my words. As long as you do things well and be motivated as I say, nothing is impossible. I don't want much, I just want to be absolutely loyal. You give me your heart, and I will give you light, okay?"
Su Wan never thought of treating them as slaves. She came from the 21st century, how could she have such class thoughts?
Therefore, she gave them both kindness and power to give them dignity.
Don’t let your work go in vain, all your efforts will be rewarded.
However, there was a reason why she only gave them two taels of silver a month. She couldn't let them eat too much at one time, and if their appetite was too big, something would happen.
However, having two taels of silver is better than having none at all. Don’t be too little.
