Yan Qingqing smiled and said, "Then it depends on how Manager Wu wants to cooperate?"
Upon hearing this, Manager Wu said with interest, "I would like to hear more details."
Yan Qingqing took a sip of tea and continued, "The first method is a simple transaction: I provide the goods, and Manager Wu provides the money. Of course, I can sell to you or to others."
Upon hearing that Yan Qingqing was going to sell the goods to another store, Manager Wu quickly asked, "What about the second option?"
Yan Qingqing smiled and said, "The second option is naturally a long-term cooperation. Manager Wu provides the materials, and I provide the blueprints and labor. We split the profits 50/50."
After hearing this, Manager Wu no longer dared to underestimate Yan Qingqing. He pondered for a moment and then asked, "Can this kind of headdress be made into other styles?"
As soon as he finished speaking, Manager Wu realized he had misspoke. If Yan Qingqing hadn't made that request, she wouldn't have asked him for it.
Sure enough, Yan Qingqing pulled out two pieces of paper from her sleeve and smiled, "Of course, these are two other designs I created. Manager Wu can take a look first."
Currently, these bows are only targeting the low-end market; to truly make money, they need to be sold to wealthy individuals.
Shopkeeper Wu took the design from Yan Qingqing, and it was indeed more exquisite and beautiful than these bows.
After pondering for a moment, Manager Wu said, "Sister-in-law, I have absolute respect for you, but I cannot make this decision on my own. I need to consult with the young master."
"Could you perhaps give Mr. Wu some time?"
Yan Qingqing did not show any joy upon hearing this, but simply nodded and replied calmly, "Of course, but I may not be able to wait too long. I wonder if half a month would be enough?"
Upon hearing this, Manager Wu quickly nodded and replied, "That's enough! That's enough! I'll send a message to the young master via carrier pigeon later."
Yan Qingqing nodded and said, "Alright, it's settled then. Also, to show my sincerity, I'll leave these two design drawings to Manager Wu."
And these finished products, Manager Wu, could you give me a small tip for my trouble? Let's test the waters first and see if it's worthwhile to cooperate.
Shopkeeper Wu was overjoyed. Having these two blueprints was more useful than anything else. Yan Qingqing even generously sold them these bows to help them test the market, which showed her utmost sincerity.
Shopkeeper Wu examined the bows and, in the end, charged Yan Qingqing six coins each, regardless of whether they were simple or complex.
Yan Qingqing knew that the price Wu Zhanggui offered was definitely not low. Although these bows were novel and unique, the materials used were not very good, and they were scraps. Offering six coins was already the limit.
After thanking Manager Wu, Yan Qingqing offered some advice: "Although the materials I use for these items aren't the best, they are novel and unique. Manager Wu, why don't you try giving away bows with every garment you buy? That might attract a wave of customers."
Shopkeeper Wu's eyes lit up when he heard this. This was definitely a good idea. Each piece of clothing in their shop cost several hundred coins, and some even cost several taels.
He'd definitely sell a lot of clothes if he added twenty or thirty coins to the price and gave away a bow. Even without adding extra money to attract customers, it would still be a good deal.
While making his own calculations, Manager Wu had his assistant give Yan Qingqing the money and then warmly saw her out the door.
As soon as Yan Qingqing left, Manager Wu turned around and said to the young shop assistant, "Quick! Prepare the carrier pigeons. I need to send a message to the young master by carrier pigeon."
This time he needs to make a great contribution, and maybe he can be transferred back to the capital by the end of the year.
Yan Qingqing left with a little over one tael of silver in her pocket, feeling quite pleased with herself, and a satisfied smile finally appeared on her face.
Once they reached a less crowded area, Li Xin's mother pulled Yan Qingqing aside and said, "Mother, my legs are a little weak. Let's sit down and rest for a while!"
After saying that, he plopped down on the ground.
Yan Qingqing gave her a suspicious look. Li Xinniang hadn't said a word during the business meeting with Manager Wu. Could her legs be weak now because she was nervous?
But there's nothing to be afraid of with Manager Wu. Why is Li Xinniang so nervous? Yan Qingqing has no idea that in her previous life she was used to seeing big shots in the business world.
However, for Li Xinniang, a rural girl who had hardly ever been to the county town, she was naturally intimidated when she suddenly saw a wealthy and powerful shopkeeper.
It's like an old farmer who's never been to the city suddenly entering a luxury hotel and not even knowing where to go.
Li Xinniang was already doing her best to avoid embarrassing Yan Qingqing.
After Li Xin's mother sat on the ground and calmed down for a while, she asked with a smile, "Mother, am I too useless? Am I a disgrace to you?"
Yan Qingqing recalled how timid she was when she first entered the workforce in her previous life and negotiated business deals with people. She shook her head and replied, "No, our Xinniang is the best. You just haven't met enough people."
"When there are occasions like this in the future, Mom will take you out more often. Only when you become strong will you be able to face anyone and anything without fear."
Among these children, Li Xinniang was the weakest in character, and Yan Qingqing naturally wanted each of her children to be able to stand on their own two feet in the future.
These bows sold for nearly two taels of silver; having money in hand, one naturally wants to spend it.
Of course, the main thing she bought was food. In addition to meat, Yan Qingqing also bought pastries, and after thinking for a while, she went to the general store and bought two ounces of tobacco.
Li Xin's mother asked with some surprise, "Mom, no one in our family smokes, why are you buying these?"
Yan Qingqing replied, "This is for your grandfather."
After a moment of silence, Li Xin's mother asked, "Mother, aren't you angry with Grandpa and Grandma?"
Yan Qingqing replied matter-of-factly, "Of course they're born alive. Their favoritism is obvious to everyone."
But to be fair, your grandfather has been fairly impartial since the family split up. At least he never sided with them when we had conflicts with the other side.
Furthermore, I plan to send Silang to school in the future. If he gets a reputation for being unfilial, he won't be able to face the scholars.
As for your grandmother, I will not forgive her easily. I will not ask you to forgive her either, but I also do not want you to harbor resentment.
Because once a person harbors resentment, their mind becomes twisted. Your mother hopes you will remember this: never, under any circumstances, get angry over unworthy people or unworthy things.
Yan Qingqing said a lot, and of course, there was an element of comforting Li Xinniang.
Although Li Xinniang appears weak, she is actually very good at keeping things to herself, much like a quiet, reserved person.
The lame man's marriage seemed to be resolved, but it still left a shadow in Li Xinniang's heart.
Yan Qingqing wanted to teach Li Xinniang to let go.
Li Xin's mother felt enlightened after hearing Yan Qingqing's words. She hadn't expected her mother to be so magnanimous, though she knew her mother was trying to comfort her.
To avoid worrying Yan Qingqing, Li Xinniang said with a smile, "Mother, don't worry. With you being so good to me, I won't get angry over those irrelevant people."
Yan Qingqing was relieved. If Li Xinniang could really see things in a positive light, then all her efforts would have been in vain.
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