Chapter 289 Great Minds Share the Same View

Yun Zhao's heart was pounding, and he was somewhat incredulous at his own guess.

But she had to believe that this might be the truth.

Xu Zhenbang was detained in Jiangnan and was not injured.

He was still a general, and although he was getting on in years, he was still very strong.

In terms of strategy, he was far superior to his second uncle's cleverness.

In terms of martial prowess, even Lu Xun couldn't compare to him, let alone his maternal uncle.

Given his third uncle's courage, Xu Zhenbang's chances of surviving were far greater than those of his three uncles.

Not to mention, the three uncles actually managed to live in Lingnan for more than ten years until they were finally tricked into going to the capital.

If it weren't for the protection of Tingyu Pavilion, how could they have survived in Lingnan?

Yun Zhao became increasingly alarmed as he thought about it.

So why did Wei Junyan end up helping Ling Xuerou capture her uncles and even kill her?

"What's wrong?"

The gentle voice brought her back to reality.

Yun Zhao snapped out of his daze, smiled, and shook his head.

"Brother Jun, what do you think?"

"The taste is the same; the difference should be in the ice and the fruit."

Xu Yinan proudly raised his head: "Of course, different ingredients will have different textures and flavors."

This can also be sold at different prices; the more expensive one, the better the materials.

That's exactly the point! And, when selling, there should be a limit on the quantity.

Rich people like to buy limited editions, like glass cups, or imported items.

Different prices are also possible! Scarcity drives up prices—that's the principle!

Young Master Jun nodded in agreement: "We can go to Guanzhou to open it up first."

After the news spreads throughout Guanzhou, other counties and towns will follow suit and buy the goods.

"Great minds think alike! We can use the Zhenyuan Escort Agency to transport it by fast horses."

Limited quantities available daily, first come, first served. We won't give them out even if the price is too high, that's what makes them even more sought after!

Once good word-of-mouth spreads, we will start accepting reservations.

Customizing products to cater to the unique tastes of VIPs allows us to set higher prices!

Xu Yinan fully displays the characteristics of a cunning businessman.

Young Master Jun was surprised to hear his words.

Isn't the Xu family a family of military generals?

Why does this Master Xu have such a merchant-like air about him?

It seems that General Xu's previous attempt to train his second son was a complete waste of his talent!

Indeed, Tingyu Pavilion used to be a jewelry store located in the clouds.

Even jewelry made specifically for the wealthy and powerful will be priced higher.

Xu Yinan's idea is similar to that of the Jewelry Pavilion.

Once they've decided on the sales method, they need to consider how to transport the goods.

"We'll be transporting by boat. Tingyu Pavilion has a boat, but it might take two days. You should go back first and wait for my news."

What is Young Master Jun waiting for?

We're just waiting for the news that maritime trade will be fully reopened.

Xu Yinan, carrying his niece and the agreement, happily returned to Linjia Village.

Two days later.

The official document from the Great Jin Dynasty regarding maritime trade arrived in Guanzhou. As a maritime trade hub in Lingnan, Guanzhou was concurrently appointed as the Imperial Censor of Guanzhou.

Luo Xiran, in her capacity as Tingyu Pavilion, personally went to Guanzhou to speak with He Chuan.

Tingyu Pavilion is very powerful in the clouds. With such a large gold mine, He Chuan has no reason to refuse.

As a result, Tingyuge became the first merchant in Lingnan's maritime trade.

The news quickly spread to Liangzhen and Linjia Village, and the crispy mountain was finally ready to be made and sold.

The ice cellar that Xu Yiyan and Lu Xinnian had been working on for a long time was finally completed.

Yun Zhao immediately sent a message to Lao Ji, asking him to transport a large quantity of ice and fruit to Linjia Village.

Their actions naturally did not escape the notice of the villagers of Linjia Village. Lin Jiadong looked at the truckloads of goods and felt somewhat worried.

After hesitating for a while, Yun Zhao, who was reading by the stream, couldn't help but laugh and ask, "Grandpa Lin, what do you want to ask?"

Lin Jiadong felt a little embarrassed that the little boy had seen through him.

"Zhaozhao, what have you been moving these past few days? Is the paddy field still working?"

"Grandpa Lin, are you worried that we'll have other ways to make a living and won't take care of the paddy fields anymore?"

Yun Zhao tucked the scroll into the small pocket on his chest, stood up, and patted the dust off his clothes.

Seeing how straightforward she was, Lam Ka-tung felt even more embarrassed.

Now many villagers have come back to help.

They gave a lot of money, and once the paddy fields were built, the problem of farmland irrigation was solved.

They will help these households farm, and they will receive money and grain in return.

The villagers of Linjia Village were overjoyed and extremely enthusiastic.

But lately, I've noticed that Xu Yinan is often not here. Apart from Xu Yifei and the others who do the hard labor, only the little kid Yun Zhao comes over.

The villagers inevitably had some concerns.

"Grandpa Lin, don't worry! My second uncle told you that..."

He'll figure out how to make money; you guys are basically helping us out.

If these paddy fields are successfully developed, the village's harvest will surely be plentiful in the future.

These are all good for the village! And also~"

At this point, Yun Zhao covered her mouth, making a snickering gesture.

She playfully jumped into the stream, walked over to Lin Jiadong, and looked mysterious.

"Besides, the village is doing well, while we, as exiles,..."

It'll be good for us too~ Maybe Lord He will take this into consideration then.

They can speak up for us regarding land taxes! So Grandpa Lin, don't worry.

My second uncle desperately wants to earn more money so that everyone can become wealthy!

Yun Zhao and Xu Yinan always portrayed these things as them taking advantage of the situation, and that they were the ones begging the villagers to do them.

Lam Ka-tung felt pleased to hear this and quickly accepted the explanation.

"That's good. But what kind of work are you planning to do?"

"It seems to be related to Tingyu Pavilion, or some wealthy merchant, helping them make some things to sell!"

"A wealthy businessman? That's terrible! Those wealthy businessmen are ruthless; you'd better be careful!"

When Lam Ka-tung heard the name "wealthy businessman," his heart pounded with apprehension.

Many people from their village work in the town and have encountered many unscrupulous merchants.

Sometimes, they don't even get paid and are even falsely accused!

"Huh? Why do you say that?"

Yun Zhao asked, feigning fear.

"In the past, the prefect of Guanzhou colluded with wealthy merchants and often deducted the workers' wages."

The Hu family in town, their ancestral home is in Fengyun City.

They were really fierce. Last year, when Sister Niu's younger brother came to ask for his wages...

They not only failed to get their money back, but also broke their leg. The prefect of Guanzhou insisted that they were causing trouble.

He was given twenty lashes, and this young man of twenty was left paralyzed and bedridden.

I heard there was too much rain this spring, and I'm still sick!

Lin Jiadong felt sorry for Niu Sao's younger brother and shook his head helplessly.

"Is he the former prefect?"

He Chuan would never do something like that.

"Yes, I've heard the new prefect is a good person; he shouldn't be that heartless."

But you can't be sure about the rich, so you should be careful!

Lam Ka-tung spoke earnestly and patiently.

"Thank you for the reminder, Grandpa Lin!"

Just as Yun Zhao thanked Lin Jiadong, cries and shouts came from not far away.

"What's wrong?"

The villagers were covered in mud in the paddy fields.

Hearing that heart-wrenching sound, everyone was startled.

A woman came running up crying, her hair disheveled, her eyes dark and swollen, as if she hadn't rested for many days.

"Where is the little miracle doctor? Where is the little miracle doctor?"

She heard that a young miracle doctor had come to Linjia Village, and he was also the junior apprentice of Jishetang!

Everyone's gaze instinctively fell on Yun Zhao.

The woman turned to look at Yun Zhao and saw that her delicate and beautiful appearance was indeed unlike that of a village child.

Ignoring the wild beast lying next to Yun Zhao, she knelt down before him with a thud: "Please, little divine doctor, save my third brother!"