Chapter 315 News of Military Supplies
Hu County.
Magistrate Wang led a group of merchants to stand quietly at the city gate.
We chatted for a few minutes now and then...
All the topics inevitably revolve around Wei Shuyu.
Merchants, being the most well-informed, already knew of the establishment of the Ministry of Commerce and were already appointing officials.
"Manager Luo, has Physician Wei made any arrangements for you?"
A large group of merchants had gathered around Luo Dan.
They were curious whether Luo Dan, as Wei Shuyu's representative, would be able to get a minor official position.
"I am deeply grateful to Master Wei for giving me a chance to eat."
"I'm so grateful, how could I possibly ask for anything else?"
Luo Dan bowed towards Chang'an.
After several months of training, he is now completely different from before.
He answered the merchants' questions perfectly.
"Don't mind it, Manager Luo."
The merchant chuckled and said, "It's just that everyone's used to dealing with you, and we're afraid that it won't be comfortable with someone else."
I don't know whether he will be promoted or not.
Luo Dan replied earnestly, "But Master Wei never mistreats his own people..."
As we were chatting, a voice suddenly rang in my ears.
"They're here!"
Swish.
Everyone turned their gaze to the distance.
A large group of people could be seen approaching from afar.
There were more than twenty horse-drawn carriages alone.
This time, not only officials from the Ministry of Commerce came.
There were also people from the Ministry of Works.
With the establishment of the Ministry of Commerce, it was natural to need to build an office space.
"Walk!"
Magistrate Wang straightened his robes and immediately went to greet him.
"Wang Gui, along with a group of merchants from Hu County, visited Physician Wei."
With Magistrate Wang leading the way, everyone clasped their hands in a salute.
Wei Shuyu stepped down from the carriage.
Many merchants had never met Wei Shuyu.
When I saw that Wei Shuyu was really a child, I couldn't help but be shocked.
It's him...
He single-handedly defeated the court officials in the imperial court.
The renegotiation resolution has been passed!
Greetings, everyone.
Wei Shuyu returned the greeting: "I hope everyone will work together to build a better Hu County..."
"To seek the well-being of the people of the Tang Dynasty."
"To establish a virtuous reputation for merchants worldwide."
"To pave a bright future for future generations."
"While seeking wealth and glory, we should also strive to earn a place in history without regrets!"
Everyone nodded seriously.
Wei Shuyu was the leader!
If the boss says poop smells good, then it smells good!
"Thank you for your guidance, Physician Wei."
The group returned the greetings once more.
"Let's go into the city first..."
Wei Shuyu found Magistrate Wang's actions quite awkward.
But there's nothing I can do...
This is the prevailing atmosphere in officialdom.
Wei Shuyu spoke.
Everyone entered Hu County in an orderly manner.
Within Hu County.
Magistrate Wang has already arranged a welcoming feast.
"Gentlemen, I am very grateful to everyone for coming to greet me."
Wei Shuyu raised his wine glass and began to speak...
"And me..."
"He is a straightforward person and not good at speaking in roundabout ways."
"I also dislike this kind of ostentatious and extravagant behavior."
"If you are interested..."
"Earn more money, pay more taxes."
"That would be the best way to repay the Tang Dynasty, His Majesty, and myself."
"But since I'm sitting here with everyone this time..."
"Some things are better left unsaid..."
"I can let bygones be bygones regarding the minor incidents that occurred in Hu County in the past."
"I just hope everyone will work together to make Huxian County a better place!"
"The development of the Ministry of Commerce will never stop at Hu County."
"Anyone who obstructs Chongqing's commercial development will be severely punished!"
The merchants were filled with trepidation.
Wei Shuyu's words immediately won the approval of the officials.
"I second that opinion. Anyone who obstructs the pro-commerce policy will be the first to face severe consequences!"
“That’s right, this concerns the fate of the nation, and I agree with what Physician Wei said.”
"I agree. I hope that you all will abide by the law and keep every penny you earn clean."
Wei Shuyu nodded.
At least on the surface, these officials seem decent.
Next, Wei Shuyu encouraged everyone.
After offering a little more inspirational advice, the meal began immediately.
"Big pot, this meal is really satisfying."
Inside the private room.
Choi Shin-ki and Bang Yi-ae were overjoyed.
He would talk about himself to everyone he met, putting on airs of officialdom.
*Slap slap*
Wei Shuyu raised his hand and smacked him twice on the head...
"Once you enter officialdom, you can no longer act recklessly as before."
"The officialdom is extremely dangerous."
"You could end up being smashed to pieces if you're not careful, and it might even involve your family."
"Don't think your dads are so great."
"You've really pushed people to their limits..."
"They've secretly assassinated you, so you'll have nowhere to cry when you want to."
oh.
Save your life!
These two are natural-born when it comes to this.
"We chickens know it."
The two nodded repeatedly.
"Master Wei."
Just then, Luo Dan walked into the private room.
"What is it?"
Wei Shuyu replied casually.
"There's news about the matter you asked me to keep an eye on," Luo Dan replied respectfully.
What happened before?
Wei Shuyu suddenly remembered.
Military rations!
Li Shimin once ordered Wei Shuyu to investigate the mysterious disappearance of military rations in Yuchi Gong's camp.
The matter was dropped because of the earthquake.
Nevertheless, Wei Shuyu did not give up on this investigation!
“Tell me about it…” Wei Shuyu picked up a piece of food.
"Master Wei, this is a record of the grain that merchants have purchased in the past half month."
Luo Dan handed over an account book: "The amount of grain that merchants have recently purchased is several times higher than in previous years."
Wei Shuyu casually flipped through it.
The record is fairly detailed.
How can you be so sure about these food issues?
Wei Shuyu put down the account book and asked with a smile, "The autumn harvest has just ended, isn't it normal for people to sell off their surplus grain in large quantities?"
“Master Wei, this is actually quite easy to tell.”
Without much thought, Luo Dan blurted out, "The autumn harvest is all new grain, while the grain that merchants buy is all old grain."
"I've inquired with grain merchants around Chang'an, and they haven't been selling any old grain recently..."
"So it's only the one you mentioned, Mr. Wei."
Wei Shuyu nodded.
Every year, the imperial court would store the new grain and consume the old grain first.
"What if it was transported from other places?" Wei Shuyu asked with a smile.
"Master Wei..."
Luo Dan wore a bitter expression: "You underestimate merchants too much, don't you?"
"Let alone transporting so much grain."
"In the eyes of merchants, as long as you are carrying goods, that's all that matters."
"They can find out exactly what you're involved in."
Wei Shuyu raised an eyebrow.
Throughout history, information has always been the most important thing.
The same applies to merchants.
Find out what supplies you're transporting, and they'll bring some with them next time they go on a trade trip.
If it sells well, it will gradually increase.
"good."
Wei Shuyu nodded and praised him.
Suddenly, the tone changed: "Have you found out where all this old grain came from?"
Upon hearing this...
Luo Dan's expression also turned serious.
After he closed the door, he whispered to Wei Shuyu...
“Master Wei, this batch of grain all came from the Yin family.”
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