Even the tens of thousands of sows were startled and stared blankly at Jiang Hao, as if they couldn't believe that he could say such insightful things.
The young man in charge of the land mount business also changed his previous hostile attitude and looked at Jiang Hao with much more amiable eyes.
Not to mention his three colleagues, whose eyes were filled with relaxation and relief as they looked at Jiang Hao.
The fat man opposite him breathed a sigh of relief, stepped forward, bowed to Jiang Hao, and said, "The city lord has a broad mind and extraordinary demeanor. I admire him greatly!"
Jiang Hao then realized that the manager in charge of the medicine was surnamed Xiao.
Jiang Hao smiled slightly and said, "Since Manager Xiao is willing to risk coming here, whatever the reason, he is ultimately here to help us."
Manager Xiao looked slightly embarrassed.
Jiang Hao, seemingly oblivious, said, "As the saying goes, it's easy to add flowers to brocade, but difficult to provide charcoal in the snow; a friend in need is a friend indeed."
Everyone looked at Jiang Hao.
Jiang Hao smiled and nodded to each person, saying, "Everyone who has come to Dingbei City at this time is a friend of Dingbei City."
"Therefore, why shouldn't we make this deal?"
The city lord of Jinling had long understood Jiang Hao's plan, and he believed in it, so he nodded in agreement.
Jiang Hao said to him, "Xiao Jin, you really should put aside your previous prejudices and have a proper business talk with these managers. Tell me, what kind of medicine should we order from Manager Xiao, and how much should we order?"
Although he still felt awkward being called Xiao Jin, this was not the time to discuss it.
The city lord of Jinling pondered for a moment and said, "There are many types of potions. I've considered that the basic healing potion is universal and urgently needed. How about we order 50 million doses of each of the three types of healing potions (small, medium, and large) first, and then add more if needed later?"
Upon hearing this, Steward Xiao immediately cupped his hands and said, "Each small potion can be drunk 50 times, restoring 100 health points with each dose. It can be used in battle. It is most suitable for players to use urgently when encountering unexpected events during world fusion. I suggest that you prepare more, City Lord."
Jiang Hao nodded, recalling the potion shop in Jinling City where a single potion cost 5 copper coins. He then asked, "What's your offer for a small potion? How many can you offer per gold coin?"
Manager Xiao said, "Lord City Lord, you will definitely order a lot. I'll give you a bottom line: 10,000 pieces for one gold coin! If you can't accept that, I can't help you. We'll just have to cancel the deal."
It was equivalent to one copper coin per stick, which was indeed very cheap.
The city lord of Jinling City and tens of thousands of sows nodded to Jiang Hao at the same time.
Jiang Hao asked, "What about medium-sized and large-sized potions?"
Manager Xiao said, "A medium-sized potion can be drunk 100 times per dose, and each dose restores 500 health points. My starting price is 5 copper coins per dose. As for a large-sized potion, each dose can be drunk 100 times per dose, and each dose restores 2000 health points. My starting price is 20 copper coins per dose."
The city lord of Jinling and the tens of thousands of sows nodded repeatedly.
Jiang Hao also realized that the price was incredibly favorable. He couldn't help but glance at Manager Xiao a few more times.
Manager Xiao quickly explained, "Dingbei City is now a level six main city, so it's only right that we get such preferential treatment. My Potion Guild does business with you only to establish a connection with you. We mainly make money through trading with other players."
Jiang Hao seemed to understand and said, "Tell me your conditions. I'll definitely agree to anything I can."
Manager Xiao persisted, saying, "I'm not good with words. All I want is the exclusive distribution rights for medicines in Dingbei City."
Jiang Hao nodded and said, "I can agree to your conditions, but like the other managers, it's a two-year period. We can talk again in two years. Is that acceptable to you?"
Manager Xiao nodded repeatedly.
Although the price offered to Jiang Hao wasn't high, he could still make a small profit. In the next two years, Dingbei City would definitely face fierce attacks from the Gnoll Empire, and players, in order to survive, would buy a healing potion even if they didn't buy anything else.
That was when he made his fortune.
Doesn't Jiang Hao understand this principle?
Jiang Hao knew that too.
A truth that everyone knows perfectly well.
Everyone benefits, and the deal is easily made.
Jiang Hao then said, "Okay, prepare 3 million gold coins for each of the three types of potions: large, medium, and small. Can you prepare them all within one day?"
3 million gold coins. One gold coin is equivalent to 10,000 small potions, 2,000 medium-sized potions, and 500 large potions.
A staggering number!
Manager Xiao trembled, almost collapsing to his knees. He hurriedly said, "I...I really can't guarantee it. I need to contact the guild and check the inventory."
Jiang Hao's face darkened.
Manager Xiao immediately assured, "Lord City Lord, rest assured, these potions are always readily available. Even if the inventory is slightly insufficient, I believe it won't be too much of a problem. As long as it's in the warehouse, I'll get it for you immediately, and the guild will replenish it as soon as possible if there's a shortage!"
Jiang Hao's expression softened slightly. After transferring 3 million gold coins to Manager Xiao, he said, "Alright, those two shops next to Xiao Liu's are your storefronts, also rent-free for two years. Manager Xiao, please get back to work now."
Without hesitation, Steward Xiao wriggled his chubby body and ran down the city wall.
Only four stewards in charge of the mounts remained on the city wall. Jiang Hao was on his way to talk to them when Old Wang ran up to the city wall first and shouted, "Master, everything is ready. We're just waiting for you to enter the mine."
Seeing Jiang Hao's hesitation, the city lord of Jinling stepped forward and said, "Gentlemen, my city lord is busy with other matters. Would you be willing to talk to me?"
The city lord of Jinling City was highly regarded by Jiang Hao. All of them were seasoned veterans in the business world, so how could they not see through him?
However, for such important matters, it's best to talk to the person directly involved to get things done smoothly. Otherwise, if you regret it later, you'll only create trouble and make future business difficult.
The managers dared not refuse verbally, but their faces showed some reluctance.
Jiang Hao smiled slightly and asked Old Wang, "Old Wang, is your mine still using the same small platform as last time?"
Old Wang quickly bowed and said, "Yes, sir! The old man had them replace them all with large ships of the same model as the Jinling City spaceship."
That's why they say Old Wang knows how to handle things.
Last time, the small platforms severely hampered Jiang Hao's performance due to their weight-bearing capacity. This time, with the large ship, Jiang Hao can unleash his full attack speed without worrying about smashing the platform apart by hitting too many gold ore at once.
Jiang Hao said to the four managers, "Why don't you come with me into the mine? We can talk while we transport the ore, how about that?"
The managers were more than happy to have it.
I'd heard Jiang Hao and his group talk about dozens of large mines and tens of millions of gold coins before, but the mix of fact and fiction always made it hard to believe.
Now that the city lord has invited me, how could I refuse?
Firstly, it can dispel any doubts in your mind, allowing you to judge the extent to which the business can be developed; secondly, it allows you to have a frank and straightforward discussion with the person in charge.
As for Jiang Hao's claim about transporting ore, they completely ignored it.
The four bowed and said in unison, "We are willing to follow the city lord's arrangements."
Jiang Hao waved his hand and said, "Let's go!"
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