In the reception room of the Yuzhou Chamber of Commerce, Fu Wen was pushed out by An Er to represent Chengbang Logistics at this important meeting.
After all the meeting topics had been discussed, Fu Wen slowly and methodically offered a constructive suggestion: "Our boss suggests that, just in case, it would be best to sell off one-third of the old grain in the granary first, and then replenish it after the spring harvest."
This topic came up so suddenly that no one could respond immediately.
This is no small matter. The Yuzhou granary has finally been filled and is about to be inspected. We can't afford any more mistakes!
Chairman Li glanced at everyone, pondered for a moment, and said, "If we sell the old grain now, is there any new grain to replenish it? Everyone here is from a wealthy and powerful family in Yuzhou. Could you all contribute some grain to replace the old grain in the granary?"
Chairman Li shouldn't have said this; he only made the suggestion with good intentions.
Vice President Pei's eyes flickered slightly, and he was about to speak when Fu Wen interjected, "Yuzhou is about to experience a prolonged period of rain and snow. Many people want to buy grain, so why not take this opportunity to sell the old grain to them?"
The prolonged rain and snow... ordinary people need to stock up on food for the winter, and so do these merchants (to make a good profit)!
No one responded.
They are businessmen, not Buddhas; they cannot save sentient beings.
President Li sighed, turned to Vice President Pei, and said, "Vice President Pei, what's your opinion?"
Everyone looked at Vice President Pei, their expressions varied.
Vice President Pei cleared his throat and sighed softly, "The government's granaries always have some old grain that has been stored for years, it's nothing! Besides, a third of the old grain is quite a lot, and the Chamber of Commerce can't do anything about it. Right now, dealing with the inspection by the inspector is the most important thing."
It was simply glossed over with a single sentence.
"The vice president's words make perfect sense!"
"That's right, we can't afford to lose sight of the bigger picture for the sake of small gains!"
"Yes, yes, there are priorities. Right now, having grain in the granary is the most important thing!"
Fu Wen snorted coldly, ignoring their pointless complaints, and said in a cold voice, "Our boss doesn't want to cause trouble or be disliked. Since Vice President Pei has said so, I'll just make it clear: please try not to bring the inspection team into the granary. Otherwise, if any problems arise, don't blame it on City Logistics!"
Vice President Pei looked somewhat displeased, while President Li chuckled and said, "City Logistics has already done its duty by making such a suggestion. Even if there's a huge problem, it can't be blamed on you! Right, Vice President Pei?"
Vice President Pei snorted, "Of course!"
Having said all he needed to say, and with nothing more to do here, Fu Wen prepared to take his leave.
The Chamber of Commerce's accountant suddenly rushed in, saying that Jiang's Private Kitchen had donated two thousand catties of grain!
Two thousand catties of grain is nothing to a prefecture's granary, but it is quite an achievement for a restaurant that has been established in Chongqing for less than a year!
At the entrance of the Chamber of Commerce, Jiang Shan and his employees were unloading bags of grain from a truck.
"Boss Jiang, what is this...!" Chairman Li stepped forward and asked, pointing to the four large carts full of grain.
Jiang Shan said with a smile, "I heard that the capital sent a high-ranking official to our Yuzhou to investigate. I also live and work in Yuzhou, eating the food and drinking the water here, so I thought I could do something. I asked Lord Fu, and he said that Yuzhou is most in need of food, so I sent people to buy some rice and grain as a small token of my appreciation."
As he spoke, he turned to the workers unloading grain from the cart and shouted, "Slow down! There's water on the ground, and the cart is full of flour; it can't get wet!"
flour!
Two thousand catties of flour!
What a grand gesture!
Shocked, Chairman Li repeatedly bowed to Jiang Shan in gratitude.
The rest of the chamber of commerce members also made a show of respect, constantly bowing to the emperor.
Vice President Pei stared at Jiang Shan expressionlessly, but in his heart he was thinking that this country girl was becoming more and more difficult to deal with!
Jiang Shan made a splash, then waved goodbye without leaving a trace.
On the way back, An Jing suddenly appeared out of nowhere and asked in a low voice, "You're really willing to spend money. Two thousand catties of ordinary flour was already very generous, but you insisted on changing it to refined flour, which doubled the price!"
Jiang Shan waved his hand dismissively, "You have to be willing to spend money to cheat people, otherwise the effect will be greatly reduced."
An Jing chuckled, "I've never seen you this generous when you're ripping people off!"
Jiang Shan narrowed his eyes. "The money-burning stuff is yet to come. You'd better be prepared."
An Jing's expression changed slightly. "What heinous thing have you done this time?"
"Great news! This is a fantastic opportunity for your master to make a name for himself!"
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Jiangling, a thousand miles away.
The Rongguo Duke's Mansion hadn't held a proper banquet for several years. This time, for the Rongguo Duke's fortieth birthday, the Grand Princess Liyang sent out invitations widely, preparing to hold a grand banquet for the Duke.
In stark contrast to their usual low-key demeanor, not only were the recipients of the invitation bewildered, but even the steward and servants of the Duke's mansion were bewildered and took extra precautions.
The atmosphere at the Duke's mansion has been very strange lately! Especially since the Grand Princess went to Yuzhou and returned, she's completely changed!
Not only do they feast on meat and fish every day, but they also constantly flaunt the various delicacies they bring back from Chongqing. From initially resisting to now joining in their corrupt ways, the Duke has completely fallen into depravity!
But the servants dared not relax! Before the prince returned, they had to keep strict guard, and apart from the allowances that the Grand Princess and the Duke insisted on, no one else should break the rules!
Therefore, when Jiang Yong led a group of men to escort two large carts of "gifts" to the Duke's mansion, he was ruthlessly stopped outside by the steward.
With the Duke's birthday approaching, many people are trying to curry favor with the Duke's family under the guise of giving gifts. These people are clearly those with ulterior motives.
The housekeeper promptly kicked them out!
Remembering Jiang Shan's instructions, Jiang Yong patiently clasped his hands and said, "My young master only wishes to show filial piety to his elders. If it is inconvenient, we will not go in. Please accept our gifts and we will leave immediately!"
As he spoke, he presented the gift list.
The butler's face darkened even more after seeing the gift list!
What's their intention in sending all this food and drinks? If it weren't for the fact that these people came all this way, I would have arrested them and given them a good beating!
"Get out of here! Once Guard Rong returns, you won't be able to leave even if you want to!" The butler threw the gift list on the ground and turned to leave.
Jiang Yong picked up the gift list, his face grim and he remained silent.
The attendant beside him was displeased and said, "We were ordered to come all this way to deliver gifts to them, and this is how they treat us? They really look down on us! Young Master Jiang, let's go, we won't see you off!"
Jiang Yong shook his head and said, "Sister Jiang instructed us to make sure the gifts are delivered to the Duke's mansion. This mission is not yet completed, so we cannot go back!"
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