Before coming, Tang Huan had heard about the purpose of these two people, and now, seeing their serious expressions, he knew what was going on.
Of course, this isn't the first time something like this has happened.
After all, many people have gone through this process, from initially looking down on Tang Huan and Qi Huai County, to instantly changing their attitude after witnessing the charm of this place.
"Lord Tang, it was all a misunderstanding..."
Cui Yuanzhao felt embarrassed.
He had completely ignored what happened yesterday, and now that he thinks about it, those things might have become obstacles to cooperation.
While he was still in a daze and hesitating, Xue'e brought over the tea.
Tang Huan took the full cup of tea and took a simple sip.
Seeing Tang Huan's calm and composed demeanor, Cui Yuanzhao knew that if he continued to wait, he would never hear her speak.
Even if it requires paying a higher price, cooperation and transactions must be reached.
And it has to be fast!
Otherwise, most of the business will be snatched up by others, and you won't be able to make much profit.
"Lord Tang, I'd like to discuss business with you..."
Before Cui Yuanzhao could finish speaking, Tang Huan interrupted him.
Tang Huan certainly wouldn't refuse to discuss business, but even negotiations require strategy.
Besides, the other party is currently asking for my help, so I can definitely get a better price.
Tang Huan naturally changed the subject, saying, "How is the capital city doing lately? I haven't been there for many years, so I don't know what it's like now. You two have come all the way from the capital, so you must have a lot to talk about, right?"
Cui Yuanzhao thought about the things worth noting recently, shook his head slightly, and curled his lip in disdain.
"There's not much to do in the capital. There are only a few things worth paying attention to lately: first, the substandard sugar, then the sudden emergence of hot pot, and now, what's attracting more attention is the news coming back from Kuizhou."
"News from Kuizhou?"
Tang Huan became genuinely interested.
To ensure the smooth completion of the disaster relief efforts, Tang Huan specifically dispatched several of his own men to accompany the caravan to Kuizhou to provide necessary assistance.
After all, the people of Qihuai County came from a time when the situation was even more severe than that in Kuizhou, so they have a lot of say on certain issues.
However, due to the great distance, no news has been received yet.
Of course, Tang Huan wasn't too worried, knowing that he had already provided enough help in the disaster relief effort.
Cui Yuanzhao nodded and said, "My father told me that a mysterious caravan suddenly appeared in Kuizhou. They transported a large amount of supplies from somewhere, including strange but huge quantities of food, seeds, and other daily necessities. In the past few days, Kuizhou has overcome its greatest crisis."
"According to my father's plan, Kuizhou will be basically pacified in another half month, and we can even provide assistance to other disaster areas."
Tang Huan asked with a smile, "What is the capital's opinion on that caravan?"
The caravan belonged to Wu Lanxi, but it was also inextricably linked to him, so Tang Huan inquired about it as well.
Wang Jingze, who answered the question, said, "The people of the capital praised the caravan highly. Every day, they would hear people say that the caravan was a reincarnation of a bodhisattva, kind-hearted and compassionate. After all, there are too few people who are willing to stand up and selflessly help the disaster area."
Wang Jingze pondered deeply and said, "Even the imperial court is generally satisfied with this caravan, after all, it helped them solve their urgent problem."
That's good.
This not only solved the problem, but also made Wu Lanxi owe him a favor.
When the topic of famine came up, Cui Yuanzhao couldn't help but recall the disaster relief methods he had proposed.
Thinking of Tang Huan's intelligence and quick wit, which made him no ordinary person, he asked curiously, "Does Your Excellency have any good ideas for disaster relief?"
"Didn't you already tell us the solution? Like that caravan, transport enough food and seeds to save them from starvation and let them earn a future through their own hands and labor."
"Apart from that, if no caravan appears, the last resort is to raise funds in the capital."
Cui Yuanzhao discovered that his thoughts coincided with Tang Huan's.
He pressed further, "Then how should we raise funds?"
At that time, there was neither food nor seeds. Cui Yuanzhao wanted to solicit donations from ministers and wealthy merchants, but getting them to donate money was harder than killing them, so in the end, he had to give up.
"Fundraising is not simple, but it's not that difficult either. The key is whether someone can take the lead."
Tang Huan didn't mind chatting with Cui Yuanzhao more, and also learning about the empress and prime minister in the court through this son of the prime minister.
"Simply put, if the Empress and the Prime Minister can set an example first, would the people below dare not to donate?"
Upon hearing this, Cui Yuanzhao sighed heavily.
“I’ve thought about this too, but my father can’t come up with much money, and neither can the Empress. If they can’t come up with much money, then the people below them will be the same.”
As a result, the final fundraising outcome was not satisfactory.
Tang Huan patted Cui Yuanzhao on the shoulder, "I didn't expect you to have this kind thought. That's enough. The people in the disaster area will thank you."
Cui Yuanzhao immediately looked intently at Tang Huan, not only because of their agreement on disaster relief, but also because Tang Huan understood him.
"Lord Tang, I increasingly feel that I came to Qihuai County too late. I wish we had met sooner!"
If I had met Tang Huan, who was so compatible with me, earlier, I wouldn't have wasted so much time in the capital. I would have been able to make a name for myself with his help much earlier.
No, he has even entered the court as an official and become an indispensable part of it.
Cui Yuanzhao gripped Tang Huan's hand tightly, "Teacher Cui has misled me!"
At this point, Cui Yuanzhao simply and directly pushed all the problems onto Cui Renshi.
She believed that it was this strict father who had kept her confined to the capital, which prevented her from meeting Tang Huan.
Tang Huan chuckled and said, "The Prime Minister is doing this for your own good. The world outside the capital is not like there, much less like the Seven Locust Counties you see."
"Why do you say that, sir?"
"I believe that Qihuai County and the capital are safe enough, but what about outside of these two places? Theft, fraud, bullying, oppression and exploitation are countless and can never be eradicated..."
In fact, even the capital city could not avoid these things.
Moreover, Choi Won-jo keenly realized that he seemed to be one of the perpetrators of evil.
Seeing the solemn expression on Tang Huan's face as he spoke about this matter, he secretly made a resolution in his heart that he would never do anything evil again!
"Therefore, I am more than happy to do business with you. Only through extensive trade can we promote economic development, enable people to live a better life, and gradually eliminate the ugly evils in the shadows."
Cui Yuanzhao didn't understand much of what was said, but he excitedly realized that it seemed the adults had agreed to cooperate with them.
Cui Yuanzhao was overjoyed and said, "Really? Lord Tang, you are willing to cooperate with us?"
"Of course."
"That's great!" Cui Yuanzhao and Wang Jingze exchanged a glance and cheered.
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