When Chen Yuan heard that Shen Jia also wanted to go to the market, he was surprised and stammered:
"The closer we get to the Western Regions, the more sturdy the people become. I'm afraid it'll be hard for you to accept right away. So, how about I lead everyone there for this first transaction and scout out the route for you next time?"
The word "fierce" automatically turned into other words in Shen Jia's mind. How could a modern person not be able to accept this?
She waved her hand at Chen Yuan and said, "You don't have to say more. I've made preparations in advance. There are some things I need to see for myself."
Seeing that he really couldn't persuade Shen Jia, Chen Yuan was also embarrassed. In the end, he agreed with her decision and thought about whether he should be stricter with the guards of the caravan. Otherwise, what would happen if they couldn't protect the young lady?
The guards in the caravan, who were already undergoing rigorous training, had no idea that they would soon be living in dire straits.
The source of all this is that their boss also wants to go to the Western Regions to trade.
Before leaving, Shen Jia carefully reviewed all the affairs he was currently managing and responsible for, and then began to compile the general direction of future development.
However, she spent more time and effort on the women's academy than on other things. After all, this was the first time in ancient times, and there were still many things that needed to be learned from modern times, which required her to practice cupping.
She also needs to think carefully about the future of the graduates of the women's college so as not to tarnish the reputation of her college.
She didn't finish such a complicated task until three days before she was about to leave for the Western Regions.
Thinking that she would be away from home for a while, she put aside her other work and stayed with her parents the whole day. As for her elder brother who was concentrating on the scientific examination, she prepared delicious and refreshing snacks.
In this way, the family stayed together happily for three days. On the day the caravan set off, Shen's mother, Shen Ci and Fuqiu came to see them off.
Mother Shen couldn't help but remind her again and again: "This journey will definitely be dangerous, you must pay attention to your own safety, mother is waiting for you to come back at home."
Shen Ci took out a dagger inlaid with rubies from his arms. It was about the size of his palm and handed it to Shen Jia.
"Brother doesn't have anything good to give you. You still need to bring some weapons to protect yourself. This dagger can cut through iron like mud. It's small and light, and it's very suitable for your skills."
In fact, Shen Jia has never forgotten to exercise her body in the past few years. She has already recovered the strength of her previous life. The effect of such a dagger is actually not very big.
But despite the concerned looks of Shen's mother and Shen Ci, she still took the dagger and comforted him:
"Our caravan's guards are no pushovers, and this time we're setting out with other caravans from Hezhou. There shouldn't be any foolish people looking for trouble. My daughter will definitely get home safely. This year, our family will return to Ning'an Town to celebrate the New Year with our grandparents."
Fuqiu whispered to Chen Yuan, "Brother, you must ensure the young lady's safety. You must not leave her more than three steps away. Her life is much more important than ours."
"I know everything. This time I'm driving the car myself, and there are two female guards in the car to ensure safety. Even if someone kills me, they can't kill the young lady."
After hearing this, Fuqiu felt much more at ease, but she was still upset that her brother had asked her young lady to go to the Western Regions with him.
Because they were traveling with other caravans, when the time came, Shen Jia decisively got on the carriage despite the reluctant gazes of the three people. Also in the carriage were Xu Zhao and Lin Yuehu. They were the female guards who had been with Shen Jia the longest and were quite powerful.
Chen Yuan did the same as Fuqiu said. The next moment, he jumped onto the carriage, pulled the reins, and shouted, "Let's go!"
After watching the team slowly move away into the distance until they turned into small dots on the horizon, the three of them reluctantly left.
It is convenient to follow an experienced caravan. They are familiar with where to rest and where to replenish supplies along the way. Shen Jia also feels that this is much better than the last time he went to Quanningwei.
Chen Yuan once again declined the invitations from other caravan leaders. Many people along the way asked him for information about Shen Jia, but he rejected them one by one.
Because the Shen family is now quite famous in Hezhou, or in the entire northern border, everyone is very curious about the woman who founded the Shen family.
When they heard that it was a yellow-haired girl, they didn't believe it. Now seeing Shen Jia getting on the carriage and getting off to rest, they wanted to find out more about Shen Jia.
Who made Shen Jia often appear and disappear mysteriously, not attend the gatherings of Hezhou merchants, and have close dealings with Duobao Pavilion? I heard that the person behind her is General Yan, whose reputation is well-known in the northern border. Everyone is very curious about how she did it.
And as they were a newly formed caravan, everyone was curious about what they would use to trade with the various countries in the Western Regions.
But who would have thought that Chen Yuan, who was originally easy to talk to, would keep silent when faced with issues related to Shen Jia and the goods. Everyone was helpless with him for a while, after all, everyone still had to give face to General Yan.
This is also the greatest effect brought about by the cooperation between Shen Jia and Yan Xu, and she used it without any scruples.
After more than a month's journey, everyone finally arrived at Handong Zuowei, where they established trade with the countries in the Western Regions. This place can be said to be the most prosperous place in the western part of the entire northern border.
Here you can see people of different races with red hair, yellow hair, and black hair everywhere, and no one finds it strange. Everyone gets along happily.
There is also a coal shop run by the Shen family here, so after Shen Jia and others arrived here, they said goodbye to the caravan that came from Hezhou, and they moved directly into the courtyard that had been prepared in advance. There were also people to watch over the goods they brought.
After Shen Jia felt that her fatigue from the past few days had dissipated, she thought it would be best to discuss with people from other countries first as the event was approaching.
So she called Chen Yuan, who had visited this place several times, and asked:
"Do you know who is the most powerful merchant in the Western Regions right now, or who has the most diverse merchandise? I thought we could discuss this beforehand. You can't just show Liuli to others casually; it's very fragile."
Chen Yuan thought about the distressed looks of the craftsmen in the workshop when he came, and the colored glass wrapped in layer upon layer of soft paper.
I think what Shen Jia said makes sense. If they can sell their goods before the grand event, when merchants from all over the world gather together, it will be much more convenient and easier than setting up stalls at the trade fair later.
So he told them one by one according to what he had learned before.
"The strongest is none other than the Great Yuezhi, who have the largest territory in the Western Regions. They are also the link between the Great Sheng Dynasty and other countries. They are the most generous in every trade, and their requirements for goods are becoming increasingly stringent.
Our caravans haven't had the opportunity to trade with them before, so I'm afraid I can't contact them directly. Miss, you'll probably have to wait a while. I'll go and ask around."
"Don't worry about that. Our coal shop currently has dealings with merchants from various countries. I see that the country you mentioned appeared in the previous account books. I will ask the manager to contact them directly."
"That's fine, of course. I was so anxious that I didn't even think of this. You're so thoughtful, young lady."
After saying that, he hurried out to take care of the matter. After waiting for two days, the manager said that a merchant from Dayuezhi thought that since we could discover such a good thing as coal, the goods in our hands might also be good, so he readily agreed.
Because it was just a contact before the transaction, Shen Jia only brought the first straight-neck bottle to the meeting.
What surprised her was that the other party could actually speak the official language of the Dasheng Dynasty. Perhaps it was because there were many people from Handong Zuowei and the Dasheng Dynasty, and they were self-taught.
As soon as he arrived, the other party stood up with a big smile to greet Shen Jia. Shen Jia had specially set out early this time, but he didn't expect that the other party would arrive even earlier than him.
She said apologetically, "I'm late, so I'd like to offer you a glass of tea instead of wine."
Ilysis, a merchant from the Great Yuezhi, said with a smile, "I was anxious to see Boss Shen's things, so I waited here in advance. It's not your fault. I wonder what good things Boss Shen brought?"
At the same time, he squinted unconsciously and looked at the box in Chen Yuan's hand, as if he could see through the brocade box outside and see the straight-necked glass bottle wrapped in it.
Shen Jia didn't keep the secret and looked in Chen Yuan's direction, motioning him to bring the things over.
"You are a quick-witted person, so I won't hide anything from you. You will definitely like what I brought you today. This is something unique in the world. I guarantee that you can only see it here at Shen's."
Listening to Shen Jia's words, Ilysis could no longer suppress her curiosity, and her eyes kept moving as she followed Chen Yuan's movements step by step.
When he saw a glass bottle that was so crystal clear that you could clearly see the brocade underneath, his eyes widened.
He really didn't know there were such exquisite bottles in the world. Shen Jia reminded him:
"If you think you can, you can pick it up and look at it up close. Under the sunlight, its brilliance will be even more dazzling."
Hearing Shen Jia's words, he could no longer contain his excitement. He took out a handkerchief from his chest and wiped his hands over and over again.
Finally, he carefully took out the glass bottle from the brocade box. Holding it in his hand, he felt that this was a rare and valuable item. If he took it back to Dayuezhi, he might even win the favor of the king, and it would not be difficult for him to get a title.
Recalling what Shen Jia had just said, he began to move his position, holding the glass bottle in front of his sight, and then the light coming directly through the window, after being transmitted by the glass bottle for a second time, almost blinded his eyes.
But if you want him to put down the things in his hands, that is absolutely impossible, and he doesn't want to return the things to Shen Jia now, and asked anxiously:
"I wonder what price Boss Shen plans to sell this bottle for?"
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