Li Zhonglu stood up quickly, bowed to take it, and said continuously: "I don't dare, I don't dare, I'm sorry, Madam."
When the hot tea was brought close to the tip of his nose, Li Zhonglu suddenly felt refreshed and fragrant. It was an unprecedented aroma of tea.
He took a sip unconsciously and praised: "Good tea."
Huang Shang looked contented and took a sip.
Li Zhonglu waited for a long time before he recovered from the aroma of tea and said, "Thank you, Master, for the tea."
Huang Shang smiled and said: "I've already said it, the shopkeeper doesn't need to be so polite."
Li Zhonglu came here because Huang Shang spent too much money during the time he was in the store, especially the last jade pendant, which cost more than one hundred thousand taels. This money was not ruined by Huang Shang's entertainment, but was cheated by the casino. Because the amount was too huge, the shopkeeper had to come forward to find out Huang Shang's true identity.
However, from the moment he entered the room, Huang Shang's attitude was calm, without any anger. He always controlled the rhythm of the conversation. He was completely passive and did not look like a person who had suffered a big loss.
Until I was attracted by the fragrance of tea, I lost my temper slightly. Although the tea was of the highest quality, the host had the implicit intention of seeing off the guests when he served it. Looking back, he realized that he actually didn't say anything about his business.
Li Zhonglu bowed and said: "Little old man, please leave. If anything happens, just ask me."
Huang Shang didn't get up to say goodbye, but just nodded slightly.
After everyone left, Li Canghai asked: "What kind of medicine are you selling in your gourd? Do you really have no money and you have to be pawned? And what kind of riddles are you playing with this old man to entertain him with such a good tea?" he?"
Huang Shang said: "There are too many questions for you. Which one should I answer first?"
Li Canghai said: "Tell me first, are you really out of money?"
Huang Shang said: "How is it possible? I see that you are no longer interested, so I just want to show off the good things in my hand and let them know my details. You know why I am here, let me take the initiative I don’t have the ability or the patience to find opportunities, so I can only wait for opportunities to come to me.”
Li Canghai suddenly realized that Huang Shang wanted to show off his wealth. It's no wonder that Li Canghai didn't expect it. Based on her understanding of Huang Shang, Huang Shang was not such a person.
Huang Shang was good at everything in terms of food and clothing, but in his eyes, he didn't seem to have anything good, let alone showing off.
Li Canghai said: "Then this is why you serve tea to the shopkeeper?"
Huang Shang nodded: "Tea is the most important commodity exported by our Song Dynasty, and overseas demand is huge. Brother Six should start to cut off the shipping route to Goryeo. They are now out of stock."
Li Canghai asked: "But you didn't say anything?"
Huang Shang said: "As an innkeeper, what qualifications does he have to talk to me about this kind of thing? He already knows some things, and that's enough. If he wants to talk, it's not his turn."
Li Canghai asked: "Are you sure the people behind him will take the initiative to find you?"
Huang Shang shook his head and said: "This is not certain, but forget it if you don't come. I'm not in a hurry."
Li Canghai said: "But if they don't take the initiative to come, you will suffer a big loss. Not to mention the money you lose, that piece of jade Guanyin is worth a fortune."
Huang Shang said: "Even if it's connected to the city, it's still valuable. Since it's valuable, it's no shame to lose it. I also want to be a prodigal. To be honest, it feels really good to be a prodigal. Spending money like water and spending thousands of dollars, I I feel like my movements now are more powerful than before.”
Li Canghai was also amused by Huang Shang.
As expected, another person came to visit the next day.
This man's aura was completely different. He was about the same age as Huang Shang, and his appearance was extraordinary. Although the clothes he wore were not official uniforms, he still had an air of nobility. They were precious silks from the Song Dynasty.
Silk Road, Silk Road, the most important commodity on this road is of course silk. Goryeo's dependence on the Song Dynasty has penetrated into all aspects.
The visitor clasped his fists and said: "I am the owner of this inn, my name is Li Ziyi. I heard that there are distinguished guests in the store, so I came here to pay a visit."
Huang Shang said: "Not a distinguished guest, just passing by."
Li Ziyi said: "Your distinguished guest is from the Song Dynasty?"
After so many days without knowing the details of the visitor, Li Ziyi knew that the other party was a master of circles, so he went straight to the point and made his purpose clear.
Li Ziyi's directness made Huang Shang smile.
Huang Shang nodded and said: "Exactly."
At this time, most of the Song people in Goryeo were not allowed to enter the country legally, but both the government and the people had needs, so the officials turned a blind eye.
Huang Shang nodded, and Li Ziyi couldn't help but ask how it came about. He asked whether he should deal with the problem if it happened.
Li Ziyi said: "Dignified guests traveling across the ocean are not just for fun. The little Goryeo is not as attractive as the Song Dynasty."
Huang Shang smiled and said: "Goryeo has unique scenery. I have been here and seen it, and it is already worth it."
Li Ziyi smiled and said: "But the distinguished guests spend too much."
Huang Shang laughed: "A little money is nothing."
Li Ziyi took a breath. He could see that what Huang Shang said was not against his will. He really didn't take the money seriously.
Even with the Li family's status in Goryeo, they would not dare to say such crazy things. Li Ziyi was frightened and secretly happy that he had met an expert this time.
If the other party was a Korean, Li Ziyi thought that he could maintain a high profile and be more reserved.
But the other party was from the Song Dynasty. The prosperity of the Song Dynasty and the wealth of the Song people made Li Ziyi feel nothing but admiration in his heart.
Li Ziyi's heart was very warm, but although Huang Shang's attitude was kind, his meaning was very cold. Li Ziyi was not qualified to continue talking with Huang Shang based on his name.
Li Ziyi said: "It's admirable to have distinguished guests. Although I am the owner of this inn, I am a nobody, but I only rely on the care of my elders to make the business prosperous."
When it was time to report the background, Huang Shang suddenly showed an interested smile.
Although Huang Shang did not ask, his expression gave Li Ziyi confidence and said: "My father is the envoy of the Central Academy of Sciences. Forgive me, my father's name is Li Ting, and my three aunts are all imperial concubines. I relied on my family's influence to become an official. , now lives in the Beijing Municipal Department."
Huang Shang nodded with satisfaction. Huang Shang, a minor official like Shu Cheng, didn't care, but his family background as an imperial relative was enough.
Huang Shang's slight approval actually made Li Ziyi, who was the top son of Goryeo, a little honored.
Huang Shang was finally willing to tell the truth: "Young master, your coming here is definitely not random. If you have anything to say, you might as well say it directly."
As expected, there has been no substantive content before, just because there is no qualified candidate. Once the candidate is qualified, there is no need to waste everyone's time.
Li Ziyi smiled and said: "Korea is a small country. Although there are many people from the above country, it is difficult to see any distinguished guests. So I heard that there were distinguished guests in the store, so I hurriedly paid my respects. Don't blame me for being abrupt."
(End of chapter)
