Chapter 169 Revisiting Hu County
Ice Pavilion.
After leaving the palace, Wei Shuyu and his three companions rushed here without stopping.
"Master Wei, what brings you here?"
Luo Dan, who was busy working in the Ice Pavilion, immediately came out to greet them.
How's business lately?
Wei Shuyu asked bluntly...
"I'm sorry, Mr. Wei."
Luo Dan replied with a look of shame, "After the earthquake, ice blocks became harder to sell..."
Wei Shuyu nodded, indicating his understanding.
"I'll hand over the affairs of the Ice Pavilion later; I have something to give you."
"Master Wei..."
Luo Dan's eyes instantly turned red.
"take it easy."
Wei Shuyu smiled and said, "You've been doing a good job lately. I have something more important for you to handle."
Oh, I see.
Luo Dan's tearful face instantly transformed into a smile.
After giving his instructions, he eagerly ran to Wei Shuyu to await further orders...
"No matter what method you use, I want you to spread the news of the establishment of a market in Hu County throughout the area surrounding Chang'an within three days!"
"Seven days from now, I want to see merchants flocking to and from Hu County!"
As Wei Shuyu finished speaking...
Luo Dan froze on the spot, then began to tremble.
"What? You can't do it?" Wei Shuyu frowned.
"It can be done, it can be done..."
Luo Dan nodded repeatedly, his voice trembling.
He had heard about the pro-business policies.
What may seem like a simple task actually has a profound meaning!
He informed merchants from all walks of life that if things went well, he would most likely be in charge of receiving them in the future.
That's what connections are.
They were all big businessmen.
His status will instantly rise, making him a very important figure in the business world.
"I'll say it again..."
"If it gets done well, you'll definitely get your share of the benefits."
"If you can't handle it, go back to where you came from!"
After giving instructions to Luo Dan, Wei Shuyu went to one of the Cui family's papermaking workshops.
Looking at the large group of people making paper, Wei Shuyu also showed a surprised expression.
The truth is, he doesn't know how to make paper!
I've only heard that papermaking isn't difficult, that it can be done with tree bark or something similar, but I don't know the process...
"Big brother, what are you doing here?" Choi Shin-ki asked, puzzled.
The aristocratic families could control all the scholars in the land.
One item is indispensable in all of these: paper!
Paper was ridiculously expensive in the Tang Dynasty; a ream (100 sheets) cost 60 coins.
The best paper even cost 3 coins per sheet!
"Here to do business with your family?"
Wei Shuyu pointed to the workshop and asked, "How much is the paper you sell at home?"
"Take as many large pots as you want and tie them up."
Choi Shin-ki waved his hand generously, displaying considerable wealth.
What can you do with paper?
Is it worth the affection we have for each other?
"Godbase is awesome!"
"Brother Ji is so generous!"
The atmosphere team quickly took over.
Choi Shin-ki held his head high, with an expression that said, "I'm so awesome."
"Young Master..."
The workshop manager was almost in tears.
This is paper.
Paper that's more expensive than grain!
"Alright, you have to pay. If you take it for free, your dad will beat you up..."
Wei Shuyu said considerately, "I need a large quantity, so a slightly lower price would be fine."
"Whatever the price is, that's the price!" Choi Shin-ki was quite generous.
"Okay, then let's offer a 50% discount..."
Fold... in half?
Half the price?
The manager panicked: "Young master, even half price isn't enough to cover the cost!"
*Smack*
Choi Shin-ki raised his hand and smacked him on the head.
Are you stupid?
Choi Shin-ki roared in fury: "It's our honor that the big boss thinks highly of us!"
"When Da Guo goes to find other families, they won't even be as good as Refu when it comes to eating shit."
"Would the big pot ever treat me badly?"
Huh?
Have you finally figured it out?
Wei Shuyu glanced at Cui Shenji with surprise.
"Big pot..."
After finishing his rant, Choi Shin-ki walked over to Wei Shu-yu and chuckled foolishly.
"Who taught you to say that?" Wei Shuyu asked.
"My dad."
Choi Shin-ki blinked: "Dad nags me, telling me to follow you and reap the benefits."
Okay, that explains it.
Scholars opposed the pro-commercial policies!
But the gentry did not object...
Each family has an astonishingly high level of expenditure.
All you have to do is feign opposition in court; who would turn down money?
No matter how high a merchant's status is elevated, can it ever surpass that of the gentry?
If you anger the aristocratic clans, they can be suppressed in no time.
"Um……"
Wei Shuyu nodded: "From now on, whatever is produced each day should be sent to Hu County."
"Young Master..."
The steward's eyes were brimming with tears.
"Don't talk nonsense to me."
Choi Shin-ki glared with his panda eyes: "If you can do it, then do it; if you can't, then get lost!"
The manager immediately shut up.
Dry!
Why not do it?
If I steal a stack of paper every day, I'll become rich.
How could I possibly give up such a great position to someone else?
"Don't worry, young master, from now on, our paper mill will only deliver goods to Imperial Censor Wei!"
The manager thumped his chest loudly.
That solves it...
Choi Shin-ki proudly raised his head.
Wei Shuyu pointed out the size, style, and thickness of the paper before leaving.
"Big Brother, where do we go next?"
"Let's cause trouble, let's cause trouble..."
"How about we go to the Myriad Flowers Pavilion?"
When three troubled children get together, they never stop.
Clap clap clap.
Three slaps to the head silenced the three rascals, who looked at Wei Shuyu with pitiful expressions...
"Ice will be sold out in a while, so we need to make money first!"
And so, Wei Shuyu brought the three goods to Hu County.
Why is this little rascal here again?
The moment Liang Jianfang saw Wei Shuyu, his face turned as ugly as if he had eaten feces.
It's not that Wei Shuyu usurped his command.
The key point is that Wei Shuyu never considered the consequences of his actions!
Like borrowing grain with the imperial seal, seizing his command, seizing the county magistrate's power...
Ignoring the opinions of others, he single-handedly led the development of Hu County.
Even more terrifying was his advocacy of a pro-commerce policy in court, overriding dissenting opinions.
He dared to go against all the ministers.
This guy is a complete lunatic...
Liang Jianfang was genuinely afraid.
He was afraid that one day Wei Shuyu might make a mistake in some aspect, which would implicate him.
"General Liang, you look so pale. Are you feeling unwell?"
Wei Shuyu offered a kind word of concern.
"No."
Liang Jianfang subconsciously replied, "The main reason is that I get to see Imperial Censor Wei again, and I can't help but feel excited!"
"Really?" Wei Shuyu raised an eyebrow.
"More real than real gold!"
Liang Jianfang looked resolute.
As the nominal commander-in-chief of Hu County, he was bound to participate in the pro-business policy.
A great achievement has been accomplished!
If I can't handle it... I might as well quit.
"I happen to need General Liang's help with something..."
"..."
I knew you wouldn't come here with anything good.
I used to be the one giving orders to others, but you started giving orders to me as soon as you arrived.
"General Liang, are you unwilling?"
"willing!"
Liang Jianfang patted his chest and said, "Leave it to me."
After receiving the assignment, Liang Jianfang left immediately.
If he leaves too late, Wei Shuyu might find something else for him to do.
Turning his head, Wei Shuyu looked at the county magistrate again...
Magistrate Wang's heart skipped a beat.
"Magistrate Wang, I need your help with something..."
well.
Being a county magistrate this year is tough.
First Liang Jianfang, then Wei Shuyu…
We've gone from being the eldest to the third.
And then there's Choi Shin-ki, that little devil—we can't afford to mess with any of them.
This is a demotion...
He went from being the top dog in Hu County to being a nobody.
“Imperial Censor Wei, please speak freely.”
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