Chapter 1940 Qi Lie, the Tool

The sunflower seeds are inexpensive, so many people are looking at them.

Da Niu spoke slowly and deliberately, “The largest passion fruit shop in the capital gets its melon seeds from here and transports them to the capital to sell. Now, people use this fresh treat to entertain guests during the New Year and other festivals. In Dong’an Prefecture, it has become an essential New Year’s item for every household.”

"Because of the low production volume, there are only a few places where sunflower seeds are mainly sold, and not many people have tried them. You can buy some to try, and they can also be given as gifts. Sunflower seeds taste delicious and are not commonly found, making them the best choice for gifts and entertaining guests."

"Most importantly, it's not expensive, and everyone can afford it."

After Da Niu finished speaking, he distributed some to everyone.

Soon, people started buying on impulse, ordering one pound here and two pounds there.

When Qi Lie brought Meng Yunzheng over, he saw that the entire shop was packed with people, and even the entrance was completely blocked.

Qi Lie had seen other people open their businesses before. Some wealthy families in the capital opened shops with great fanfare, but none of them were as sensational as Lu Ji.

He turned to look at Meng Yunzheng and asked, "Are you sure we still need to go in and help your wife?"

Meng Yunzheng raised his head, glanced at him, then took off the veil on his own head, and then took off the one on Qi Lie's head.

Qi Lie, "..."

"Lord Qi!!" Some of the surrounding people recognized him and exclaimed in surprise.

Qi Lie chuckled twice, then turned and gave Meng Yunzheng a subtle glare. "Stay close to me." He had exposed himself, so he had to be responsible for Meng Yunzheng's safety here.

Meng Yunzheng hummed in agreement. Considering that Qi Lie had agreed to be his tool today, he would stay by his side at all times.

Qi Lie took a deep breath and walked into the shop with a smile.

The crowd had already parted to make way for Qi Lie, who respectfully walked inside.

Qi Lie presented his congratulatory gift to Shu Yu, saying, "Congratulations on the opening of Lu Ji. This is my gift. I wish the county magistrate a prosperous business and abundant wealth."

"Thank you, Lord Qi. Please come inside. Tea has been prepared in the inner room."

"No, thank you." Qi Lie waved his hand. "You have many guests today and are very busy, so there's no need to entertain me. Now that the gift has been delivered, I'll be leaving."

As he spoke, he walked towards the small door, but a lot of customers had gathered behind him, making it difficult for him to go out.

Unexpectedly, after taking a few steps, I suddenly exclaimed, "Huh?"

From the moment they entered, Qi Lie was the center of attention in the entire shop, so even though his voice wasn't loud, everyone still heard him.

Seeing him stop, they stared at him with increasing surprise.

Then Qi Lie laughed, "Sunflower oil, you've transported quite a lot from all this way. Back when sunflower oil first came out, I was the one who negotiated this deal with Princess Lu to supply the palace. His Majesty even praised me for negotiating a good price, and the palace physicians have repeatedly praised this oil as a fine product. It's a pity I haven't tasted it in so long since I came to Changjin Prefecture. Princess Lu, give me a jar, let the kitchen use it today."

After saying that, he gave Jiang Fengshou a silver ingot.

Jiang Fengshou did not accept the gift, but smiled and said, "You are too kind, sir. Since you sent a congratulatory gift, we originally planned to give you sunflower oil as a return gift, which we have already prepared for you."

As he spoke, he handed a jar and several oil packets to the servant behind Qi Lie.

Qi Lie nodded. "Alright, then I'll be going now. You all get back to your work."

(End of this chapter)