Chapter 592: Soft and Hard
Just when everyone was excited, the fat rich man snorted coldly.
"You people are so short-sighted that you only see the immediate benefits. In the past, we relied on the rent collected from the land. Although we were not rich, we were able to make a living in a steady and long-term way. Steady and stable is the right way.
If we lose our land, what will happen to our descendants? We can’t buy it back with money.
You can do whatever you want, but I won’t sell the land for money.”
As soon as these words came out, the noisy scene suddenly became quiet.
Everyone looked at each other with hesitation on their faces.
Fan Hun could no longer bear it and retorted loudly,
"You guys really don't know what's good for you, Miss Chen. No, no, no, Her Royal Highness the Princess has given you such a good offer, why are you still hesitating? You're really greedy, wanting more. Regardless of whether you agree or not, I'm willing to do this."
"Shut up!" Fan Tong was so angry that he stamped his feet and pointed at Fan Hun. "You loser, I brought you here to show you the world, not to ruin my career. Get out of here now, go home and stop embarrassing me."
Fan Hun also got angry and said, "Dad, do you still have any conscience? If it weren't for Miss Chen's miraculous healing surgery, you would have been buried long ago. How could you still be standing here and talking? Now Miss Chen is the Princess Anyang conferred by the emperor. That's enough. Don't be shameless and ungrateful. If you really force me, you won't get a penny." He said the last two sentences to the rich men present.
Fan Tong was so shocked that he was shaking all over and couldn't speak.
The fat rich man didn't like what he heard and snorted in disdain.
"Master Fan, stop being so pretentious. If you want to be a good person, go ahead and do it, but don't bring trouble to everyone else. We still say the same thing: the land is our life, and I will never sell it."
As he spoke, he clasped his fists towards Zhou Jingyuan and said, "Sir Zhou, if you have nothing else to say, I will take my leave first." After saying that, he turned around and was about to leave.
Chen Qingqing snorted in her heart. He refused to listen to nice words and forced her to use her power.
She frowned, her face full of anger, "How dare you! I allowed you to leave? Do you still take this princess seriously?"
The fat rich man paused and dared not move another step. Although he was dissatisfied, he did not dare to resist. But asking him to hand over the land to the court was even more impossible.
He said with a stiff upper lip, "Your Highness, I won't sell the land. You can't force me to do it!"
"Don't worry, this princess never forces anyone to do anything." Chen Qingqing dragged out her words and continued coldly, "I'll say it again, anyone who agrees to sell land will not only receive 20 taels of silver per mu as compensation, but will also be able to join Ruyi Tower for free.
Furthermore, you can establish a permanent cooperative relationship with our company, but only for today.
If you are reluctant to give up the land, I will not force you to do so. However, the land tax this year has been adjusted to 70%. When the tax is due, you cannot afford to give up even a pound of grain.
I've said everything I need to say. Now you can make your decision. If you don't want to sell your land, leave now!"
When everyone heard this, they were immediately in an uproar.
"Increasing the land tax to 70%? Wouldn't this year's work be in vain?"
"Yes, we work hard all year round, and after deducting labor costs, there's not much left. If they really collect 70% of the land tax, how can we survive?"
"There's nothing to worry about now. I can't beat them. If all else fails, I'll just sell the land!"
"Yes, that's the wise thing to do. Not only do you get money, but you can also do business in the future. It's like killing two birds with one stone."
"Your Highness, we are willing to sell our land, but you must keep your word and let us have a living in the future. You must buy our mountain products."
"Yes, our fur business depends entirely on you."
The short and fat rich man who had been unanimously opposed before was so angry when he saw everyone expressing their opinions that he cursed in his heart.
I didn't expect that this young girl had some tricks up her sleeve, using both soft and hard tactics.
Isn't it obvious that a 70% land tax is pushing them into a dead end?
He was reluctant, but he understood that since Chen Qingqing dared to say so, he would definitely do it.
But he was reluctant to give up. Those lands were the family property accumulated bit by bit by the sweat of his ancestors. He was reluctant to give them up.
If he did not agree, the 70% land tax would not only cost him his life, but would also offend Chen Qingqing and Zhou Jingyuan, and he would probably have an uneasy life in Anyang.
After weighing the pros and cons, he gritted his teeth and said with a painful look on his face, "Sell it, I will sell it too."
Fan Tong was completely unable to sit still. These people could join Ruyilou for free, but there were already two branches in Qingshui Town. What benefits could he get?
He stood up quickly and said, "Miss Chen, no, no, no, Your Highness, as you know, there are already two Ruyilou restaurants in Qingshui Town, and I can't open another one. Can you find me some business to make a living?"
Chen Qingqing smiled with satisfaction, "Don't worry, Mr. Fan, I plan to open a school in Anyang. If you are interested, you can invest in it."
Fan Tong was stunned. "Academy? What's that thing for?"
"The school offers courses in medicine, cooking, accounting, etc." Chen Qingqing said. Seeing that Fan Tong was still confused, she continued to explain with a smile, "Medicine is a place where people are taught to treat illnesses. It is much larger than an ordinary clinic and can recruit apprentices. There are people who teach them how to practice medicine.
Cooking is about learning how to stir-fry, stew, and make various snacks. After learning, you can work as a chef in major restaurants, or open your own restaurant or pastry shop.
Accounting is about learning to keep accounts and use an abacus, so that you can become a big boss in various industries..."
Before Chen Qingqing finished her introduction, Fan Hun interrupted, "Dad, this is such a good thing you can't find even with a lantern. What are you still hesitating about? Hurry and agree!"
Fan Tong frowned, "Don't interrupt, Hun'er. This is not a good thing. I think treating patients is not as profitable as running a restaurant."
"Dad, just give up!" Fan Hun stamped his feet anxiously. "You're really getting more confused as you get older. Haven't you heard the saying? Three robbers are not as good as one medicine seller. This is a highly profitable business. In one year, you can earn more than you can in ten years of farming."
"Right, right, right, Hun'er, you're right," Fan Tong nodded repeatedly. "Think about that Miao guy in Qingshui Town. When his grandfather fled to our town from famine, he was so poor that he only had one pair of pants in winter and summer. But he knew how to get medical treatment, and within two years he bought a house, land, got married, and had children. I'm jealous of him..."
"Okay, Dad, stop talking about these boring things. My benefactor is still waiting for your reply!" Fan Hun reminded him hurriedly.
Fan Tong scratched his head and grinned, "Princess, then this matter is settled. Don't regret it."
Chen Qingqing raised the corner of her mouth slightly, "Don't worry, what I promised you will definitely be done."
"That's good, that's good." Fan Tong was so happy that he couldn't stop smiling...
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