After Xiaoyu left, Lu Yan got up and walked to the window, gazing at the night outside, his mind filled with countless thoughts.
He wanted to make Shannan Prefecture a prosperous trading center.
A bridge connecting East and West, a pioneer leading the trend of the times.
"Xiaoyu is such a treasure."
Lu Yan recalled Xiao Yu's performance just now and secretly admired her.
Ever since discovering that Xiaoyu was meticulous and exceptionally intelligent.
Lu Yan gradually entrusted her with handling some affairs within the manor, and Xiao Yu never disappointed him.
"Perhaps I should give her more opportunities."
Lu Yan pondered to himself.
He turned back to the table, picked up a pen, and wrote a few words on a blank sheet of paper:
"Shannan Chamber of Commerce".
Lu Yan put down his pen, blew on the paper with the four large characters "Shannan Chamber of Commerce" written on it, and handed it to Xiao Yu who was standing next to him.
"Xiaoyu, what do you think of this name?"
Xiaoyu took the paper, examined it carefully, and a look of surprise flashed in her eyes.
"Shannan Chamber of Commerce? Sir, you mean..."
Lu Yan nodded, a confident smile playing on his lips.
“Exactly! I want to establish the Shannan Chamber of Commerce, specifically responsible for the foreign trade of Shannan Prefecture. And you will be the president of this chamber of commerce!”
Xiaoyu was stunned, and the paper in her hand trembled slightly.
"Me? My lord, this...this might not be appropriate. Xiaoyu has never done business before, I'm afraid she's not up to the task..."
Seeing Xiaoyu's slightly flustered expression, Lu Yan smiled and patted her shoulder.
"What are you afraid of? You're meticulous and exceptionally intelligent; how could such a small matter stump you?"
"Besides, with me backing you up, you can go ahead and do whatever you want. I'll take care of anything that goes wrong!"
Xiaoyu bit her lip, a hint of hesitation flashing in her eyes, but she finally nodded firmly.
"Since you trust me, I will do my utmost to live up to your expectations!"
Lu Yan laughed heartily and rubbed Xiao Yu's head.
"This is the Xiaoyu I know! Go for it with confidence, I believe in you!"
Encouraged by Lu Yan, Xiao Yu immediately took action.
She first summoned some officials in the palace who were proficient in arithmetic and documents.
"Lord Zhang, Lord Li, I have a request."
Xiaoyu respectfully bowed to the two officials.
"What are your orders, Chairman?" Lord Zhang asked.
"Just call me Xiaoyu, sir. Here's the thing, I'd like to ask you two to help me set up an accounting office for the chamber of commerce, to be responsible for the chamber's financial management."
"This is great news! Chairman, please give us your orders, and we will do our utmost."
Lord Li stroked his beard and smiled.
"Then I'll have to trouble you two, sirs."
Xiao Yu breathed a sigh of relief. With the help of these two experienced officials, the Chamber of Commerce's financial management should not be a problem.
Next, she began recruiting experienced merchants, translators, and sailors familiar with navigation from the general public.
"Have you heard? Shannan Prefecture is going to establish a chamber of commerce to do business with Western countries!"
"Really? That's a great opportunity! If we could join the Chamber of Commerce, our lives would be set for life!"
Immediately, the area around Shannan Prefecture was abuzz with discussion, and applicants flocked to sign up.
Xiaoyu personally conducted the interviews and selected the most outstanding talents.
"Young man, what's your name? What kind of business have you been in before?"
Xiaoyu asked a young businessman.
“My name is Chen Er. I used to do some small business at the docks and have some knowledge of the situation in Western countries.”
Chen Er answered respectfully.
"Oh? How much do you know about the customs and cultures of Western countries?"
"Reporting to the Chairman, I have traveled to the Western Ocean several times with merchant ships and have a certain understanding of their customs and trade rules."
Xiaoyu nodded, satisfied with Chen Er's answer.
"Okay, you're hired! Report to the Chamber of Commerce tomorrow."
In just a few days, the Shannan Chamber of Commerce has taken shape, with a full complement of staff and all departments operating in an orderly manner.
Looking at the busy yet orderly chamber of commerce, Lu Yan nodded in satisfaction.
"This young lady is really efficient!"
For her first overseas trade mission, Xiaoyu set her sights on various Western countries.
She plans to sell the tea, silk, porcelain, and other products that are abundant in Sanam Province to these countries.
In exchange, they could obtain local spices, rare timber, and other goods that were not available in the Da Tong Dynasty.
"My lord, this is the first batch of goods I have drafted for overseas trade. Please take a look."
Xiaoyu handed a list to Lu Yan.
Lu Yan took the list and looked at it carefully.
"Tea, silk, porcelain... hmm, these are all exquisite products of my Great Tong Dynasty, they should fetch a good price. However, besides these, we can also consider some other goods, such as..."
"For example, some exquisite handicrafts, calligraphy and paintings, etc."
Xiaoyu added.
"Although these goods are not of high value, they can showcase the cultural heritage of our Great Tong Dynasty and attract some foreign collectors."
"Great idea!"
Lu Yan gave Xiao Yu an approving look.
"Then let's do it your way."
To ensure product quality, Xiaoyu also arranged for craftsmen to learn new techniques.
Improve product quality to meet the needs of different countries.
They even personally participate in the product design process.
We strive to make the products of Shannan Prefecture into high-quality goods and secure a place in the international market.
At the same time, Lu Yan also began his own plans.
He summoned Night Owl, the leader of the special forces.
“Night Owl, this overseas trade mission of the Chamber of Commerce is of great significance. I need you to lead a special forces unit to various Western countries secretly to make preparations in advance.”
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