The six stewards who were drinking tea were a little surprised when they saw two boys, one large and one young.
But they know that Yan San's ability is definitely not that of a person who talks freely. If he says there are good things, he can't be wrong.
Several people stood up and greeted the two of them politely, "You two little brothers, please take a seat."
A middle-aged man who looked like a manager asked Yan San with a smile.
"Third brother, is this the brother you said has rare goods?"
Yan San was different from the respectful attitude towards Li Yunze just now.
He smiled heartily and said: "Brother Sun, these two little brothers, don't think they are young, what they will bring out later will definitely surprise you."
Another younger man smiled and said, "Brother Yan said that, and I'm even more curious."
He smiled and asked Li Yunze, "You two little brothers, I wonder what you have brought today? Can you let us see it?"
Li Yunze put the big backpack on the table and first took out a large watermelon inside, which weighed about thirty kilograms.
Everyone looked at the dark green patterned, round thing on the table and asked in surprise: "Little brother, what is this?"
Ye Yutong introduced with a smile, "This is called watermelon, which is a kind of fruit. It tastes sweet and delicious. It can relieve heat, promote fluid production, diuresis and swelling, relieve fatigue, moisturize and nourish the skin, and improve appetite."
Watermelon rind can be stir-fried, eaten raw or served cold. It can moisturize the intestines and relieve constipation, supplement nutrition, and is good for the body. "
Everyone was dubious when they heard what she said was so magical.
Li Yunze said to Yan San: "Brother Yan San, please bring a knife over here. I will cut this watermelon open and let everyone have a taste."
"Okay, I'll ask someone to get it."
While holding the knife, Ye Yutong took out two more flower-skinned melons and told everyone about their efficacy and taste.
When the servants brought the knife over, Li Yunze cut the watermelon in half and cut it into teeth for everyone to taste.
The six stewards and Yan San each took a piece. As soon as they took a bite, they were amazed by the taste.
The steward surnamed Sun praised: "This watermelon is really good, sweet and tangy, and it tastes good and quenches your thirst."
He ate three pieces in a row before wiping his mouth with a handkerchief. Now he somewhat believed the effects Ye Yutong said.
The other stewards also ate piece after piece, reluctant to stop.
Li Yunze cut two more melons, and Ye Yutong took out pears and apples from the basket and asked him to cut them together.
Finally, he took out eggs, duck eggs, and goose eggs, cut them in half, and let them taste them one by one.
Every time Ye Yutong took out something, those people were surprised.
After tasting everything on the table, the steward surnamed Sun asked: "Little brother, what are the prices of these things?"
Li Yunze gave them the price of Qingzhou City, but there was no price for watermelons and small melons.
Everyone looked at each other after hearing this. These things are excellent, but the price is too high, right?
Now that there is a famine, the price of food has increased, but buying an egg for two taels of silver is really outrageous.
Although the eggs were much larger than usual and tasted better, they still couldn't accept the price.
Seeing that they were a little hesitant, Ye Yutong started to lie.
"Don't think it's expensive, but it's expensive for a reason. We chickens, ducks and geese all grew up in the mountains eating fine grains and drinking mountain spring water. How can ordinary poultry compare?
These eggs are intended to be sent to the capital, because the drought this year is too severe and there are refugees everywhere. Our boss is afraid that something will go wrong on the road, so we decided to take action here. "
She glanced at everyone and said mysteriously: "In normal times, these things would have been snapped up by the nobles when they arrived in the capital. They all understand the nutritional value of these things."
Li Yunze said calmly: "The price I just mentioned is the price of sending it to the capital last year. Everyone knows the market situation this year. These things have increased several times compared to last year."
Several people remembered the taste of those eggs just now and swallowed afterward.
The steward surnamed Sun stood up and said: "Little brother, give me a hundred eggs of each kind, and a basket of apples and pears.
I'll go back and let the masters try it. If they like it and the price is acceptable, I'll come back to you tomorrow to buy more. "
The other few people saw that Manager Sun had made up his mind, so they also bought some, planning to let the masters taste it before placing a big order later.
Li Yunze wrote down what they wanted to buy, and then started talking about watermelons and melons.
He said cheerfully: "Watermelons and melons cost six taels per catty. If you want to buy them, I can teach you the planting techniques, and you can grow them yourself next year."
When everyone heard that it was going to be planted by them, they didn't think it was expensive. Each person asked for several watermelons and a basket of melons, and planned to save more seeds for planting next year.
"Leave your address and we will deliver it to your home. I will also write down in detail how to grow watermelons and muskmelons and deliver them together when the time comes."
"Thank you two brothers."
Li Yunze cupped his hands and said with a smile: "You're welcome. But I have one more thing to trouble you. We don't want banknotes, only gold and silver."
"That's no problem. I will help the two brothers get ready when the time comes." Several people responded readily.
Yan San sent a few people out, then returned to the room, closed the door, and asked respectfully: "Sir, do you still have enough goods in hand? Do you need to contact any more companies?"
Ye Yutong waved his hand and said: "Don't worry, send the goods over tonight. If my guess is right, they will come to you tomorrow morning."
"Yes, sir."
Li Yunze asked him, "Brother Yan, how many of us are there in Dongyang County?"
Yan San answered truthfully: "There are forty-eight people in total, and they are currently distributed in eight shops, including a grocery store, a cloth shop, a silver shop, a restaurant, a teahouse, and a pawn shop."
"How long will the food you save last?"
"If we close the restaurant, we can save some food for about a year."
"Then close the restaurant and leave some food for you when I leave."
"Yes, sir."
Ye Yutong carried the basket and gave it to Li Yunze. He smiled and said, "Brother Yan, please go back and rest. We are also going to help deliver goods to those companies."
Yan San hurriedly said: "Master, how about I take someone to see you off? You guys can rest at home."
Li Yunze waved his hand, "No, just let's go. You've been busy all day, so go back early."
The delivery went smoothly tonight. All six stores were delivered within an hour.
Li Yunze returned to the space and changed into night clothes.
He was going to go to the government office and meet Qin Changan, the prefect of Dongyang County.
Qin Changan was from the capital. His grandfather was the Minister of Rites, and his father was a bachelor of Wenyuan Pavilion.
The two elder brothers also serve in the Ministry of Etiquette. The younger sister married the second son of Dingbei Hou.
