“Then I shall gladly accept your offer. However, as the saying goes, business is business. This dress is different from ear warmers and the like. I wonder how Young Master Lan plans to cooperate?” These fabrics sounded very high-end, so Qin San Niang naturally agreed with great pleasure.
"You can rest assured about this, Madam Qin. I know that creating clothing patterns is very mentally taxing, so I certainly won't let such a great deal slip by for nothing."
"I have two options: one is to buy out your blueprints at a price of one hundred taels per blueprint; the other is to cooperate with me, with the profits split 30/70." This was Lan Yao's conclusion after careful consideration; it was up to Qin San Niang to choose which one.
After taking a sip of tea, Qin San Niang's mind was already racing.
Both options are indeed quite practical. Buying out the blueprints saves a lot of trouble, and whether Jinxiuge's business is good or bad afterward has little to do with her. The second option, however, is tied to Jinxiuge, and the profits are quite reasonable. The 30% profit is only for the blueprints; Lanyao will handle everything else, including the fabric, labor, sales, and transportation.
Qin San Niang was not a greedy person, and besides, she was only using the achievements of her predecessors, so she didn't have many obsessions.
In the current chaotic situation, although she knew that the second option was more sustainable, she still decisively chose the first option. In short, she couldn't tie herself to Jinxiuge and Lanyao, otherwise it would be difficult to separate them. If something happened to the Lan family, she could quickly clear herself of any wrongdoing.
For others, finding a way to make money might seem like a rare and precious opportunity, but for her, there are many paths to Rome, and she doesn't need to be so fixated on it. Besides, she's going to be a mountain queen in the future, so even if she opens a shop, she has to be her own boss!
In Lan Yao's mind, the second option was naturally more cost-effective.
So when he heard that Qin San Niang had chosen the first option, he was quite surprised. To be honest, a 30% profit margin was really generous. If the clothing shop was packed with customers, he would really feel a little heartache.
However, Qin San Niang's decision to provide the blueprints caught him somewhat off guard. After a moment's thought, he realized that she probably didn't want to get involved with his family.
Thinking of the current situation, Lan Yao sighed and didn't try to persuade her anymore. Not only Qin San Niang, but even he was paving the way for the Lan family's future! There are countless examples of buildings collapsing overnight!
The two summoned a servant, who presented them with pen, ink, paper, and inkstone. They carefully wrote out the contract and signed it. From then on, for one year, Tan San Niang would supply Jinxiu Pavilion with a garment pattern every two months, for both men's and women's clothing. The price for one pattern was 150 taels of silver, which was an additional 50 taels that Lan Yao had offered.
“Madam Qin, there’s no need to refuse. I trust your abilities. With Madam Qin’s new ready-made clothes, Jinxiu Pavilion will surely be revitalized! If, at that time, Madam Qin wishes to change the way we cooperate, I, Lan, will certainly grant your wish!” The young man cupped his hands, exuding an air of elegance! The solemnity in his eyes left no room for doubt.
If he had any doubts before, now that he saw Qin San Niang's hand-drawn drawings, he had nothing to worry about anymore!
The curved-hem deep robe is suitable for peaceful and prosperous times, but in this chaotic world, it is like those cumbersome and outdated etiquette constraints, and it will inevitably become outdated sooner or later.
Qin San Niang's design concept is lively and dynamic yet heroic, like a ray of light in a chaotic world, making people feel energetic and upward when wearing it.
Seeing his reaction, Qin Sanniang realized she had been petty. She had just thought Lan Yao wasn't generous enough, but now he'd pulled out all the stops! Impressive! This is a good friend!
"Young Master Lan is too kind. As for the partnership, since it has already been agreed upon, there is no reason to change it halfway through!"
Although I, Qin San Niang, am a woman, I am not one to go back on my word! I wish Jinxiu Pavilion a bright future and unparalleled success! I also wish us to make a fortune and have a pleasant cooperation! After saying this, she drank the tea in one gulp instead of wine!
Lan Yao laughed heartily and downed his tea in one gulp!
This time, Qin San Niang took her eldest child with her when she went out.
While we were discussing business, Da Wa waited in the hall. The waiter knew he was the son of a distinguished guest of the master, so he was naturally treated to the best tea and fruit.
Lian Sheng, a young shop assistant at Jinxiu Pavilion, was about the same age as Da Wa'er and was named Lian Sheng.
"Big boy, will your family come again after the New Year? I'll bring you some fruit made by my mother, it's beautiful and delicious!" Lian Sheng was born late in life and had three older sisters.
Lian Sheng's mother sold fruit in the city. Ordinary fruit, after being handled by his mother's skillful hands, was indeed very beautiful.
These fruits are for the gentlemen in the teahouse who listen to music and watch plays to accompany their tea. They are small and exquisite, and the main feature is their ingenuity. Lotus flowers are used in summer, plum blossoms in autumn, and plum blossoms in winter to match the season. This is a family-inherited craft!
“My mother said she’ll come again after the New Year, and once a month thereafter! If I get any Smilax glabra or Lycopodium clavatum after the New Year, I’ll bring them to you!” Da Wa’er rarely had a friend, and Lian Sheng was very much to his liking.
I heard that Lian Sheng's mother has joint pain. In their hometown, they boil Smilax glabra and Lycopodium clavatum into a decoction and drink it. So I said I would go and find it for him. Anyway, there are mountains behind their house. When the weather gets warmer, Uncle Gu said he would take him into the mountains!
The eldest son doesn't want to study; he's not cut out for it. He wants to tell his mother. His mother probably won't blame him, because she tells them to be themselves and not let others' opinions hold them back!
Lian Sheng nodded vigorously and told him to eat his snacks. The two of them ate one piece after another, enjoying themselves immensely.
"Oh dear, you little lad, you're eating by yourself! Are you still selling anything? Are you still doing business?!" A sharp female voice rang out, startling Lian Sheng so much that he quickly got up. Although the boss had told him to take care of Da Wa, serving customers was his duty and could not be neglected.
"Please don't be offended, young lady! Our shop has all kinds of newly arrived earmuffs and gloves, and the currently popular forehead bands originated from our shop! Just tell me what you like, and I'll get it for you to see!" Lian Sheng stepped forward with a smile and bowed.
Afraid that the older child behind her would worry, she gave him a reassuring look, indicating that he should just continue eating!
She'd seen plenty of guests like this. Judging by her clothes, this one was just a maidservant, relying on her master's favor to act like a dog taking advantage of its master's power!
My mother said that ordinary people like us, whether we are doing business or apprenticeship, should keep a low profile. Even if we are humbled to the point of being ashamed, we should not feel embarrassed. Who knows if we will bounce back from rock bottom!
The eldest son stared at the woman for a few moments. When he first heard the sharp voice, it sounded familiar. Upon closer inspection, he realized it was her!
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