Chapter 497 498. Investment
Lu Shenggen didn't mind this. Right now in the entire government office, there were only three of them who hadn't invested, so they seemed a bit conspicuous.
Now that it was agreed upon, he didn't mind adding a little more.
In fact, he had a vague premonition in his heart, and was thinking about putting in the private money he had kept for emergencies as well.
After gritting his teeth, he said, "In addition to the three of us joining forces, I want to buy another share myself."
He Gaofei, "Aren't you afraid that you'll end up with nothing?"
Lu Shenggen, “Although I have mediocre talent, I also know how to go with the flow.
Madam Gu was able to build up such a huge fortune in a short period of time and become an imperial merchant. She must have had her own unique qualities.
Moreover, she had only been in Lucheng for a short time, but now the entire back office was in order, and she had opened several shops in a vigorous and decisive manner.
I don’t think she wants to do maritime trade for no reason. She must have her reasons.”
"Tsk," He Gaofei said nonchalantly, "If you had a few secret recipes, you might be even better than her.
Besides, she is now the wife of the prefect and has General Zhou as her backer. She is the only one in power in Lu City.
I don't understand why they have to find so many people to raise so much money, but if you count it carefully, in just a few days, how many people in the entire Lu City have given money to her?
I suspect that he is collecting money in disguise. If it weren't for the long distance and high mountains here, our memorial would have to go through General Zhou and Lord Gu, and I would definitely report her."
Lu Shenggen: "Master He, what you said is a bit extreme. They have made it very clear that the accounts will be made public for everyone to see, and the profits will be distributed to everyone in proportion. There is no such thing as money-making.
In order to gain something, one must pay for it. Mr. He's speculation is obviously inappropriate."
He Gaofei, "Whatever you say, we'll know the outcome in the future. Don't come to us and complain about your losses later."
"Hmph, Lord He, please rest assured. Even if I lose some money, I will just take it as a lesson. I'm afraid that by the time we make a lot of money, some people will be jealous."
He Gaofei, "Then I will wish you all the best in advance.
Don't worry, I'm not a short-sighted person. If you really make money, I'll give you a banquet to celebrate."
Lu Shenggen, "If that's the case, then it's settled. I'll just be waiting for Mr. He's banquet."
He Gaofei didn't want to pay any more attention to him, so he lowered his head and continued doing his own thing.
But Wu Yichen pulled him aside and said, "Why do you have to be so serious? It's already great that the three of us have invested together.
This time I am not on Lord He's side. This matter is indeed a little unreliable.
If something really happens while going out to sea, no matter how powerful he is, he can't change it.
I think you will listen to Master He this time, don't be stubborn."
Lu Shenggen said, "Anyway, I have made up my mind. I will just treat this as my first big bet in my life. But I have a feeling that I will win this time."
"It's up to you," Wu Yichen stroked his beard, turned around and returned to his seat.
When Gu Wenheng walked in again, he saw that there was not much change from when he left, but he couldn't tell what was wrong.
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"Finally it's here."
When Lieutenant General Wang heard the report, he was relieved.
The adjutant at the side said with a smile, "When did we start looking forward to the arrival of the bandits so much?"
Deputy General Wang said, "That's not the case. We have already found a place, and now we are short of manpower.
These people came at the right time. Master Gu also said that he wanted to raise some livestock and let these people take care of them. It couldn't be better."
Lieutenant General Li said weakly, "The enemy hasn't landed yet. Maybe they are envoys?"
Vice Admiral Wang, "You are just an island, and you dare to call yourself an envoy of the country? Have you forgotten that the last person who called himself an envoy is still pulling weeds in the wasteland?"
Lieutenant General Li, "Does General Wang have any misunderstanding about General Mei?"
Vice General Wang, "How dare I? For people like us who fought with swords and guns, a letter from others is not as effective as one.
Lieutenant General, do you think what I said makes sense?"
Li Jun noticed the unfriendly looks from others and quickly explained, "I have said before that I would exchange letters with Shangjing, but that is because I have an old relationship with the Minister of Rites, and I did not want to cause trouble for you all.
General Wang, don't be so sarcastic every time. I didn't say anything bad to you."
"Oh," Vice General Wang sneered, "You just sent a letter to Shangjing yesterday, right?"
"Why, now I can't even write a letter home?"
Vice Admiral Wang, "I hope it's just a letter from home."
"Humph," Li Ji turned his head aside, "this is inexplicable."
His actions showed that he was guilty to those present, and everyone guessed the contents of the letter without even asking.
Deputy General Wang and the others didn't want to pay any attention to him. They each took their own weapons and went to the points that had just been assigned.
Li Ji's face darkened and he grabbed his sword and chased after him.
Gu Wenheng also received the news and learned that many ships of unknown origin appeared on the sea. Deputy General Wang had already sent a message, asking them to be prepared.
Gu Wenheng did not hesitate and immediately summoned all the constables and guards and ordered them to close the city gates and not allow anyone to enter or leave.
Obviously, the other party came prepared, and took advantage of the water surface to launch constant provocations.
Zhou Shixiong crossed his arms with his arms crossed, watching the soldiers direct and perform the show, and even sat down to rest every now and then.
This kind of contempt for the opponent made the other party even more dissatisfied.
When a small boat approached the shore, a short man shouted that he was an envoy and wanted to talk to the general.
Zhou Shixiong agreed.
"General Rong Chao, many of our subjects came here to do business, but they have not returned yet. Please help us find them."
Deputy General Wang glanced at Li Ji at this time and said, "Some people always say that our military generals don't know the red tape and are disrespectful to society.
I wonder how Admiral Li would judge someone like this who comes in with a high attitude and doesn't introduce himself?"
Li Ji, "General Wang, please don't be so sarcastic here. We are all colleagues in the same court. Don't start a quarrel among yourselves at this time. It will only make you a laughing stock."
"Tsk, you are indeed a military general who was transferred from a civil official. Everything you say is reasonable." Deputy General Wang laughed, "How about I talk to the general and let you negotiate with him?"
Li Ji, "..."
At this time, Xiao Xianfeng, who was standing behind Li Ji, squeezed to the front and looked at the short man, "Who are you? Don't you even introduce yourself?
Or is it that your master makes you too embarrassed to speak up?"
The soldiers behind him all burst into laughter. To be honest, they really looked down on a man of this height. They didn't know if he could be good at farming.
(End of this chapter)
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