Chapter 246 I am Yuan Zexu, may I ask your name?
Jiusu pointed to the sign and politely explained, "You can't take the books away. You can only read them here."
"I can't read," Lin Cheng said. "I'm taking this back to show my son. If he doesn't pass the exam, can you take responsibility?"
Is this considered playing rogue or scamming?
Jiusu said, "You can't take books home. However, if you like any, you can go to the counter to pay and take them home."
Lin Cheng reached into his pocket awkwardly. He could only pull out a few copper coins, but he still needed to buy medicine with them. He shook his head and said, "I've already paid!"
Having said that, he rushed outside with the book in his hand.
A scholar grabbed the man and snatched the books from his hands. He said to Jiusu, "I'm really sorry, I know this man. His son fell ill last year and became disabled in both legs. His family is very poor. I bought these books for him."
Jiusu turned around and looked at Hu Baozhu.
Hu Baozhu ran out and said, "A total of forty cents."
The scholar also seemed to be short of money. He pursed his lips, confusion in his eyes, "I..."
"There's a discount for the opening of a new store." Jiusu said, "50% off."
Lin Cheng's face turned red with shame.
The scholar hurriedly counted out twenty copper coins and handed them to Hu Baozhu, then bowed deeply and said, "Thank you, young lady." Then he left with Lin Cheng and even thoughtfully bought him a sesame bun.
Hu Baozhu looked at all this and smiled inwardly: "This is what a scholar is."
Jiusu walked in with a smile. There was almost no empty seat in the room. Some people even sat on the floor. She was worried that the books would be dirty.
Don't worry at all.
Many of those who come here are poor scholars, and books are more precious to them than life.
“How’s the turnover?”
Hu Baozhu whispered, "I have already received four taels and one hundred and twenty coins. That four taels was a reward from the Marquis's wife."
Jiusu placed his hands on the counter, looking at the faint sunlight hiding behind the dark clouds outside. He nodded and said, "In other words, the actual daily turnover is around 200 wen."
Hu Baozhu scratched her head.
"Yes, Boss, if that scholar hadn't stopped us just now, would we have suffered in silence?"
Jiusu shook his head. "I will report it to the police. If his son is really studious, I will provide financial support, but his books must not be taken away. If someone sets a precedent, the bookstore will be empty tomorrow."
Hu Baozhu held her cheeks with her hands and didn't even notice when her boss left.
She patted her hot face and said, "Don't think about it anymore. We will meet again if we are destined to."
Unexpectedly, when the store was about to close, a figure appeared.
"Sorry, we're closing the shop." Hu Baozhu looked up and saw that it was the scholar from this afternoon. She scratched her head and said, "Yes, it's you. Do you want to come and read a book?"
The scholar nodded: "Yes, but you are closing the store, right?"
After the waiter finished cleaning, he said goodbye to Hu Baozhu and left.
"Ah, yes." Hu Baozhu tucked her sweat-stained hair behind her ears and invited, "But, but I'm not in a hurry to go back. You can still watch for a while."
The scholar bowed and said politely, "Excuse me, young lady."
There were only two people in the shop, and the air was filled with the scent of ink and books. Soon, the scholar noticed that she had been looking at him. He smiled and asked, "My name is Yuan Zexu, may I ask your name, young lady?"
"Hu Baozhu." She raised her voice, then lowered her head shyly.
Yuan Zexu's smile deepened. He looked up and explained, "Baozhuzhu means precious pearls. Your parents love you very much. If I had the chance, I would really like to meet such open-minded parents."
Hu Baozhu's heart was beating like a frightened pigeon.
She asked, "Sir, are you going to take the imperial examination?"
Yuan Zexu nodded and said, "I am already a Juren, and will be taking the Gongshi exam next year. Fortunately, I have this shop, so I can study hard with peace of mind. Thank you, young lady."
Hu Baozhu waved her hand and said.
"This bookstore is not mine. I'm just working here."
Yuan Zexu's eyes flickered slightly. He looked at the darkening sky outside and said, "I'm so sorry, it's so late. I'll take the girl home."
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The night is late and the dew is heavy.
It's getting colder day by day.
Qian Junjie arranged for those whose houses had not yet been built to live in the factory first. Looking at the dozen or so people in front of him, he smiled and said, "You can go home and live in a few days."
Their faces were filled with joy.
During this period, the factory has been discussing how warm the newly built houses are. The few families that have not yet had their houses built are already feeling the cold.
I'm feeling anxious.
So, he was left to sleep in the factory?
Qian Junjie put his hands behind his back and said sternly, "It's warm in the factory, but when the house is built, no one is allowed to stay here, understand?"
The people in the factory nodded repeatedly and assured: "Don't worry, we won't cause any trouble."
Before the first snow fell in Suming County, people arrived at the border.
Jiusu packed the fine salt and said, "Here are 100 kilograms of fine salt. You can use it first. We will continue to produce it here."
The soldiers clasped their fists and said in gratitude, "We will never forget Master Jiu's kindness! If we can return to the capital alive, we will come to thank you in person."
Looking at the resolute backs of several people.
Everyone in the factory was silent.
Village Chief Chen sighed, "Whose children are these? They have to defend their country in the harsh winter in Mobei. Their parents will surely be heartbroken if they see them."
Melancholy enveloped the entire factory.
Jiusu didn't have enough points to redeem cold-weather items. She took a deep breath and said, "I have good news for everyone. Starting today, everyone's monthly silver will increase by one ounce!"
Shocked! Unbelievable.
It increased tenfold!
"Am I dreaming? Pinch me... Ouch, you're so cruel, you bastard!"
Everyone laughed as they listened to the conversation between the couple.
"Thank you, Boss!"
At night, Jiusu tossed and turned and couldn't sleep. She got up and looked at Jiang Jing's closed door. She felt aggrieved. Is it okay to hug your boyfriend when you are emo?
She gave it a gentle push.
Huh? Who doesn't lock the door before sleeping?
He stepped in lightly, closed the door, and tiptoed to the bed.
The man's hair was scattered on the pillow, and the edge of the quilt was draped over his chest, revealing his white undershirt.
Jiusu lifted a corner of the quilt, crawled in, and lay in his arms.
Jiang Jing opened his eyes and was about to push them away when he met a pair of sharp eyes in the moonlight. His heart tightened and he hugged her close to him, asking, "Did you have a nightmare?"
Jiusu shook his head, leaned against her chest, and choked slightly.
"The soldiers at the border came to fetch the fine salt. I saw the words 'tragic and heroic' in them, and it pained me. You know I have a system, but... I feel tormented and uncomfortable."
Jiang Jing put his hand on her shoulder and felt her trembling breath.
He began to persuade her, "The war wasn't caused by you, but by the greed of other nations and the growing debauchery of our emperor. Your fine salt will save thousands of soldiers and tens of thousands of families. You're not just doing a small part, you're giving your all. Ah Su, I thank you on behalf of the State of Xu."
Jiusu crawled out of his arms like a little rabbit and blinked her watery eyes.
"Has the war started yet?"
In fact, she didn't want to take care of these things at first, but the greater the ability, the greater the responsibility. Since she was involved in this storm, she had to grab the stake in time.
Drifting with the current will lead to a more miserable death.
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