Jiang Yan and Su Jinli exchanged a glance, both eyes filled with determination. Jiang Yan said, "Your Majesty, rest assured. Madam and I will do our utmost. However, this matter requires more careful consideration, as it involves many aspects, such as the printing, transportation, and sales of the books."
The emperor nodded and said, "I understand. If you have any difficulties, please feel free to tell me. I will fully support you."
Su Jinli said, "The Emperor has shown such great love for us. I feel a great sense of responsibility. I'm thinking we could open branches in other cities and send reliable people to run them. We could also collaborate with local booksellers to expand sales channels. But regarding funding..."
The emperor smiled and said, "As for the funding issue, I will have the Ministry of Revenue allocate special funds for support. Just go ahead and do your best. I believe you will be able to develop Jinyun Bookstore and make greater contributions to the cultural cause of our dynasty."
Jiang Yan and Su Jinli quickly knelt down to express their gratitude: "Your Majesty is wise and wise. My wife and I will definitely live up to your trust."
The Queen Mother smiled and said, "It is a blessing for our dynasty that the Emperor values culture so much. Jinli, you must do your best. I am looking forward to reading more of your wonderful stories."
Princess Shouan also echoed, "Sister Su, if you open a branch, I want to help out too. It will definitely be so much fun!"
Su Jinli smiled and said, "With the help of Her Royal Highness the Princess, the bookstore will definitely be more lively."
Amidst laughter and joy, the emperor, the empress dowager and the princess stayed in the bookstore for a while before leaving satisfied.
Su Jinli and Jiang Yan stood at the door of the bookstore, watching them leave, their hearts filled with emotion. Su Jinli said, "Jiang Yan, the emperor trusts us so much, we must run the bookstore well and live up to his expectations."
Jiang Yan held Su Jinli's hand and said, "Well, with you here, I believe we can do it. This is not only our business, but also for the inheritance and promotion of culture, which is of great significance."
Back at the bookstore, Jiang Yan and Su Jinli immediately began planning its future development. They knew this was a rare opportunity, but also a heavy responsibility. In the days that followed, they traveled extensively, selecting suitable candidates to open branches in other cities and negotiating partnerships with local booksellers. They also meticulously planned how to enrich the bookstore's offerings and improve its quality.
During this process, they encountered numerous difficulties and challenges. For example, some local booksellers disagreed with Jinyun Bookstore's business model and worried that cooperation would affect their own interests. Furthermore, the dispatched personnel encountered various problems while managing the branch, which they had to resolve personally.
However, Jiang Yan and Su Jinli remained undeterred. Leveraging his connections and wisdom accumulated in the court, Jiang Yan patiently communicated with the booksellers, detailing the advantages of Jinyun Bookstore and the prospects for cooperation, ultimately convincing most of them. Su Jinli personally visited the branch to train the management staff, imparting their experience and skills in bookstore management and helping them resolve any difficulties they encountered.
Over time, branches of Jinyun Bookstore opened in various cities. Each branch inherited the style and philosophy of the parent store, featuring elegant interiors and a rich selection of books, earning it a deep following among local residents. Jinyun Bookstore's reputation grew, becoming a nationally renowned cultural brand.
Throughout this process, Su Jinli also kept creative. She continuously released new vernacular novels, each of which sparked enthusiastic responses from readers. Her novels were not only popular domestically but also abroad, allowing even more people to understand the cultural charm of the Dajing Dynasty.
Jiang Yan, thanks to the success of Jinyun Bookstore and his own talent and ability, gained greater favor in the court. He pursued his political ambitions and provided advice for the prosperity and development of the country.
Amidst their busy lives, Jiang Yan and Su Jinli's bond deepens. They support and encourage each other, facing life's joys and sorrows together. Whenever they encounter difficulties, they always recall that day of surprise. The arrival of the Emperor, Empress Dowager, and Princess not only brought opportunities to the bookstore but also strengthened their resolve to move forward.
Years later, when people spoke of Jinyun Bookstore, they would marvel at its immense contribution to cultural dissemination. The story of Jiang Yan and Su Jinli became legendary, inspiring generations to strive for their dreams. Their love, like the classic books in the bookstore, radiated an eternal light through the ages, becoming a moving and enduring story in the history of the Dajing Dynasty.
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