"I think I understand, but I also think I don't." Chang Baicao smiled apologetically. She was getting old, and her mind couldn't keep up with the younger generation.
"Grandmaster, what Master means is this: we'll open a pharmacy, and we'll prepare the medicinal herbs for treating various diseases in advance. People can just come to the pharmacy and buy whatever medicine they need when they have a certain illness," Green Immortal explained succinctly.
"Oh, I understand." After understanding, Chang Baicao felt very shocked. If this method were really implemented, it would indeed allow people all over the world to have access to medical care.
Xuanling's eyes also flickered. This idea was unprecedented. If it could really be done, it would be a great thing that would benefit generations to come.
"Grandmaster, Xuanling, if this matter is accomplished, we will definitely be written into history after we die and be praised by future generations. Maybe we can even earn the title of Medical Sage or Medical Immortal, or something like that." Green Immortal was already drooling.
"Ranran, please tell me more carefully." Chang Baicao licked his lips. He had no desire for lasting fame, but he was interested in curing diseases, saving lives, and helping the people.
“The Green Immortal is skilled in alchemy and medicine making, and I also have many prescriptions for pills. These pills, which are made from medicinal materials and are easy to carry and transport, can be called traditional Chinese medicine. We can open pharmacies to sell traditional Chinese medicine directly, and people can come and buy medicine according to their illnesses without the need for doctors to diagnose, prescribe, and dispense medicine one by one,” Yun Qingran said.
This model is actually the modern pharmacy model.
"I also have many prescriptions for elixirs, and I can contribute them all." Chang Baicao generously intended to share these prescriptions.
“It’s a good idea, but it requires a lot of money to invest upfront,” Xuanling said.
Mass production of pharmaceuticals requires countless medicinal materials, which are expensive; just imagine how much money that would cost.
"You don't need to worry about the money." Yun Qingran looked at Zhang San, "Zhang San, how much money does Gaga Xiang have right now?"
"Gaga Xiang currently has about seven million taels of silver available," Zhang San said.
Although Gaga Xiang is a booming business, it has been opening branches in various places recently, which has cost it a lot of money.
"It's alright, I still have ten million taels of silver on me." Yun Qingran took out a silver note from her small bag.
"Ranran, where did you get so much money?" Ten million taels of silver is equivalent to half a year's revenue of the Northern Yin national treasury.
"This is a gift from Xiao Jie's godfather," Yun Qingran replied, scratching the back of her head sheepishly.
"Xiao Jie, godfather?" Yun Qingbi was completely bewildered; he had missed something.
“I went to Nan Chu and met Mr. and Mrs. Xiao Jie. They adopted me as their goddaughter.” Yun Qingran grinned.
Yun Qingbi was somewhat dumbfounded, "Is that Xiao Jie who controls the economic lifeline of Southern Chu?"
Yun Qingran nodded.
Everyone present, except for Yun Qingbi and Green Immortal, was quite shocked. They all knew who Xiao Jie was and how rich he was.
"Is this enough money? If not, I have other money." Yun Qingran looked at everyone.
"That's enough. We just need to produce a batch first, and the pressure won't be so great once we break even," Chang Baicao said.
“If it’s feasible, how about we start tomorrow?” Yun Qingran looked at Chang Baicao. “Teacher, I would like to entrust this matter to you in full charge.”
Chang Baicao is an upright man with a heart for the world, so entrusting this matter to him is the most reliable option.
“Then I will gladly accept.” Chang Baicao nodded emphatically.
"Green Immortal, Xuanling, are you two alright assisting the teacher?" Yun Qingran looked at Green Immortal and Xuanling.
These two are undoubtedly capable, but they can't be considered completely good people. Letting them assist Chang Baicao allows them to utilize their strengths while also being kept under Chang Baicao's control.
“No problem.” Green Immortal and Xuanling nodded.
"Ranran, although your method doesn't require many doctors, the three of us alone aren't enough to make medicine," Chang Baicao said.
Yun Qingran thought for a moment and suggested, "Teacher, you have a good relationship with the Imperial Hospital. There are so many imperial physicians in the Imperial Hospital. Could you ask them for help temporarily?"
“Sure.” Chang Baicao readily agreed. The people in the Imperial Hospital were all his juniors or his friends’ disciples and grand-disciples. Asking them for help was too easy.
"Zhang San, could you help recruit some skilled doctors?" Yun Qingran said, looking at Zhang San.
Some common traditional Chinese medicines are not difficult to manufacture; even a doctor with some skill can produce them.
“Yes, Miss.” Zhang San nodded.
“Besides skilled doctors, you should also recruit some apprentices, around seven or eight years old. Provide them with food, lodging, and medical training. After they complete their training, pay them according to their seniority. The more apprentices you have, the better. Take as many as you can,” Yun Qingran continued.
Manufacturing and selling traditional Chinese medicines in pharmacies, while not requiring countless doctors to treat each patient individually like traditional medical practices, still necessitates a considerable number of doctors. Some are responsible for manufacturing the medicine, while others sell it. Those selling the medicine also need to have medical knowledge; otherwise, if the medicine is not appropriate for the patient's condition, it can lead to serious problems.
“Yes, Miss.” Zhang San wrote it down on the paper.
With room and board provided, and medical training included, plus a salary upon completion of the medical training, it's like a windfall for an ordinary child.
Think of those poor families who would send their children to the palace to become eunuchs just so they could have something to eat, let alone study medicine.
"His Majesty has bestowed upon me a large mansion. Here is the key. For now, we will make medicine in that mansion. Later, I will build a pharmaceutical factory specifically for making medicine." Yun Qingran handed the key to the mansion to Chang Baicao.
"Okay." Chang Baicao took the key.
"Everyone, I hope our plan will succeed and benefit all people, so that they can have access to medical care when they are sick." Yun Qingran extended her hand.
Green Immortal placed his hand on it, and the others followed suit.
"Try harder, try harder, and try even harder!" Yun Qingran shouted.
The others joined in the shouting, their hearts filled with pride and anticipation!
Yun Qingbi looked at Yun Qingran, realizing that his cowardly, timid, and foolish younger sister was truly gone. This new sister possessed abilities, skill, and a magnanimity that he could only dream of.
I will work even harder! Yun Qingbi secretly vowed in her heart.
When I got back to my room after the meeting, it was already late at night.
Yun Qingran took off her shoes and got into bed, then hugged Jun Molin from behind.
"Jun Molin, do you like clean girls?" she asked.
"Hmm?" Jun Molin couldn't understand what she meant by asking this question.
"I just spent all my money," Yun Qingran said pitifully. "All my savings are gone. My wallet is emptier than my face. Waaah..."
The pharmaceutical business and the opening of a pharmacy drained her of all the money she had saved.
"Pfft~" Jun Molin couldn't help but laugh, turned around and pulled her into his arms, "I like you, I like you no matter how empty your pockets are, as long as it's you, I like you."
"Really?" Yun Qingran looked up at him. Even from a bad angle, her husband was still so handsome.
A smooth jawline, a straight nose, and prominent brow bones—is this the legendary folded, three-dimensional face?
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"Of course. I will always love you." Jun Molin kissed her lips.
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