"We've just gone through three difficult years, and everyone's money is tight. We're lucky if we can even afford to eat. Who has the money to buy a fox pelt? We're paying for it; we're helping you out of your predicament."
"Uncle, if you agree, let's be friends. We can look out for each other in the future, what do you think?" Su Chenhao took out a pack of cigarettes from his pocket, handed one to the other man, and then took out a match to light it for him.
Zhang Dali took his first puff of cigarette, and his anger subsided. He knew that fox fur was hard to sell, and the other party probably intended to resell it in a more distant city.
He didn't want to go too far from home, so he was destined not to get a high price. He looked at the rabbit pelts on the stall, picked out a relatively intact one, and threw it on top of the fox pelt.
"I'll add another rabbit skin for 15 yuan, so don't try to bargain with me. My wife just gave birth, and we have a family to support, and we're all waiting for our rice to cook!"
Su Chenhao squatted down and examined the rabbit pelt. The seller was fairly honest; the pelt was in relatively good condition and worth far more than three yuan.
"Okay, it's settled then. 15 yuan for two pieces of leather. Find us a rope to tie them up!"
Qiao Xiaoni watched from the side, thinking to herself, "This guy must be a businessman who spends a lot of time outside, otherwise he wouldn't have such good eloquence." Seeing that he seemed satisfied with the price, she realized there was no need for her to haggle.
Seeing that he had paid the bill, Qiao Xiaoni quickly took out the money from her pocket and said, "I'll give you seven yuan and fifty cents."
"Don't rush the money issue, we'll talk about it when we get back," Su Chenhao replied with a smile.
Since the other party had said that, Qiao Xiaoni put the money away again. After all, there were many people around, and it wouldn't be good if something happened to so much money.
Zhang Dali tied the two pieces of leather together with a rope, then wrapped them in newspaper and handed them over.
Su Chenhao paid the money, saying, "I look forward to our next collaboration."
Zhang Dali readily nodded in agreement. With 15 yuan in hand, he could buy rice for his family, making this month a little easier.
Su Chenhao also arrived by bicycle, and started walking outside with his handcart and bicycle.
Qiao Xiaoni passed by the flour and oil stalls and asked about the prices. The flour was reasonably priced at two cents a pound, but the oil was more expensive at four cents a pound. If she wanted to fry dough sticks to sell, she would need at least ten pounds of oil, a large pot of flour, and some basic tools. All in all, it would cost at least 30 yuan.
It seems I need to discuss starting a business with my family. Simply selling vegetable pancakes won't earn me much money in a few days. Soon, others will follow suit, and the price will definitely drop, leaving them with very little profit.
Su Chenhao glanced at Qiao Xiaoni casually, his eyes sparkling. He didn't speak, seemingly lost in thought. Having wandered the world for so many years, he had a keen eye for people.
"Xiao Ni, what are you thinking about?"
Qiao Xiaoni wasn't upset that her train of thought was interrupted. Suddenly, she thought that if she sold the fox pelt, would she have enough money?
"Brother Chenhao, can I talk to you about something?"
A fox-like smile appeared on her face, her eyes almost squinting into slits. Those who knew Qiao Xiaoni well knew that when she showed such a smile, it meant she was about to scheme against someone.
Su Chenhao found it interesting and nodded: "Just tell me if there's anything you need. Given my relationship with your brother, I'll definitely help if I can."
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