Chapter 124

Although they left early, the wholesale city was already very lively.

The wholesale city had two gates in total. There was a festive banner hanging at the main entrance. A lion dance team and gong and drum players were waiting nearby, just waiting for the leader to come over when the time came. There were

many people in the big square who came to watch the excitement. Of course, most of them were wholesale merchants and self-employed people. Some came on bicycles, some came with carts, and some came empty-handed with sacks.

They were waiting to go in and wholesale goods as soon as the opening ceremony was over.

In the crowd, there were also some reporters from radio stations or newspapers who were interviewing merchants or traders. Everyone had a smile on their face.

Seeing this, Qin Xiang couldn't help but get excited.

The government attaches great importance to the wholesale city. Such a large-scale publicity must have radiated the entire capital and its surrounding areas. I dare not say about the south, after all, the south is close to Guangzhou, and Guangzhou is close to the port city, so it can get better styles of clothes. But if wholesale is carried out with the capital as the center, it will be very powerful. For example, the northeast or the surrounding areas of the capital are far away from the south, but it is much more convenient to come to the capital.

Meilin and others were also shocked, and they wished they could go there and ask the merchants what styles they wanted.

Qin Xiang reminded them, "There will be a lot of people here today, and there will definitely be some petty thefts, so you must keep an eye on your wallets. If you want to see what styles are attractive, you can look at what styles the merchants like to import. Although they are all small-scale merchants, they are also the ones who have the most direct contact with customers, and they know better what kind of clothes customers like."

Meilin nodded quickly, "Okay. We discussed it when we came here. Two of us will go out to observe, and two of us will help you keep an eye on the goods, and we'll take turns like this."

"Okay." There will definitely be a lot of people here today, and it would be a good thing to have someone help watch the goods, so she can feel more relaxed.

Qin Xiang led a few people to check the wholesale city first, and found that the wholesale city had changed a lot after just one night. Almost all the shops were piled with a lot of goods, just waiting to open for business.

Qin Xiang's shop can be seen as soon as you enter the door. After all, it is at the corner and the location is too conspicuous.

Qin Xiang went to check and found that Mi Hongjun and Qin Dong were already full of energy and ready. Zhao Ping was still pulling goods in here, and a row of cabinets with empty space were placed in the shop, just enough to block the merchants out.

Mi Hongjun explained, "Uncle Qin came over and looked around yesterday afternoon. He saw that other stores did this, so we thought it was great, so we spent a lot of money to hire someone to do it. This way, when merchants want to see a certain style, we can just take it down with hooks. Otherwise, the store will have too much stock and it will be unsafe with too many people coming in."

"It's great." Qin Xiang said with satisfaction. She had never done wholesale before, and she only thought about how customers would come in, but she ignored the fact that this was wholesale, and the merchants could tell at a glance whether the clothes looked good when they were hung there. In this way, Mi Hongjun and Qin Dong only had to show the merchants the styles they liked, and Zhao Ping would be free to find clothes and pack them.

Qin Xiang looked around, "Let me take a look."

At this moment, there were only merchants in the wholesale city, and merchants were not allowed to enter. When Qin Xiang looked at each other, they would also look at them.

She turned around and found that there were indeed a few stores that did this, and those that did not do so were a bit messy, and it was easy to lose goods when there were many people.

After all, merchants basically came with sacks, and if you were not careful, you might turn around and someone might stuff the goods into his sack.

Qin Xiang breathed a sigh of relief. It was a good thing that Mi Hongjun had his own ideas.

She returned to the store and found that Mi Hongjun was talking to someone, and behind that person there were two flower baskets.

Qin Xiang was surprised, and when she looked over, it turned out to be Miao Sheng.

Miao Sheng was very happy to see her, "Miss Qin, I am entrusted by our boss to send a flower basket to congratulate."

Qin Xiang could not refuse such a thing, so she just thanked, "Thank your boss for me. It will be busy today because there are too many people. I will treat you to dinner another day."

Miao Sheng waved his hand, "Miss Qin, just thank our boss, I don't need it."

"Do you need help?" Miao Sheng said as he rolled up his sleeves, waiting for Qin Xiang's order to start a big job.

Qin Xiang didn't know whether to laugh or cry, "How can I trouble Mr. Miao, we have enough people."

Miao Sheng was a little disappointed, "Miss Qin, you and our boss are friends, please don't hesitate to help if you need any help."

Otherwise, if his boss knew that he did nothing, he would definitely deduct his bonus when he came back.

Qin Xiang shook her head, "Really, no need, my roommates are here to help, there are so many people."

As expected, Miao Sheng turned around and saw several female students standing in a row, and said hurriedly, "Okay, I won't bother you."

After that, he reminded, "By the way, you have to hurry up to get the business license. I have an acquaintance who can help you get it."

Qin Xiang patted his head, "This is serious business, I will go with you now."

Although he owed a favor, this was a big deal. Qin Xiang had to get it done before the opening time, not only for the three shops here, but also for the storefront.

Qin Xiang gave instructions and followed Miao Sheng to get the license.

Needless to say, the boss is really amazing, he has connections wherever he goes. Miao Sheng and Qin Xiang finished the seal in almost no time. Looking at the time, it took less than an hour.

Qin Xiang urged with the hot license plate, "Come on, go on, go back quickly, it will probably start soon."

Ten o'clock is the time for the opening ceremony.

Qin Xiang was very grateful to Miao Sheng and promised to treat Miao Sheng to a good meal after he was done with this. Miao Sheng refused and gave the opportunity to the boss.

Back at the wholesale city, the sound of gongs and drums could be heard from a distance. The big square in front of the door was crowded with people, and all kinds of cars were parked around the square.

And walking further ahead, you can see the lion dance team performing hard, and the people around them cheered.

After the lion dance team finished their performance, the deputy mayor of the capital city gave a speech in person, and then firecrackers started to pop, and salutes also blasted for a long time.

The mayor took the microphone and said loudly, "I declare that the Capital Rich Wholesale City is now open for business."

Qin Xiang: "..."

My goodness, she had never realized that this wholesale city was called such a high-sounding name.

Okay, everyone in the country will know about it in the future, which is good. After

the mayor finished speaking, he took a group of leading cadres to the side, and the merchants entered the wholesale market from two doors with their tools.

Qin Xiang was so excited, but she didn't forget Miao Sheng next to her, "There are too many people today, Mr. Miao, please don't go in, it's not good to be squeezed."

Miao Sheng was also stunned by this situation, "Okay, then I'll go back first, and let me know if you need any help."

Qin Xiang nodded politely, "Okay, thank you today."

If it weren't for Miao Sheng, she might have to spend a lot of effort to get the license. Sure enough, it's easy to get things done with someone in the court.

Watching Miao Sheng leave, Qin Xiang followed the crowd into the wholesale city.

Qin Xiang's storefront is so conspicuous. As soon as you enter the door, you can see the sign of "Xiang Lian", and the walls are full of beautiful clothes, with tops on top and pants on the bottom. There are many merchants standing in front of the counter, and Mi Hongjun and Qin Dong are busy.

Qin Dong still looked a little unfamiliar, but after watching for a while, Qin Xiang found that Qin Dong was slowly finding the way.

The prices were decided after Qin Xiang and Mi Hongjun discussed a few days ago. The clothes were arranged according to the autumn and winter seasons, and sportswear was hung aside.

Zhao Ping was in the back packing the goods for the merchants who wanted them. He always checked with others every time he took out a model, while Meilin and Zhao Wenna were helping on the side.

Although there were a lot of people, there was no panic.

Qin Xiang went over, took off his windbreaker, and went over to help entertain the customers.

For a while, the wholesale city was very lively.

Of course, if you want to say which store has the best business, it must be Qin Xiang's store. It is conspicuous at the entrance, and the clothes are beautiful. It would be strange if the merchants didn't like it.

However, not all of her styles are unique. When she purchased the goods, the factory told her that some of them were popular last year. Some small factories would follow suit and learn from the popular styles. It is hard to say what they will look like, but the price may be cheaper than theirs.

Qin Xiang naturally understood this, so she would not consider it at all. She would not sell poor quality clothes even if they were cheap, because that would damage her own brand.

However, Qin Xiang was not worried about having several identical styles, because most of the styles were unique.

This was discussed with Guan Zhihong when she signed the contract, otherwise it would not be so easy to give out the clothes she designed.

She could not guarantee it for other places, but at least in the two places of Lu Province and the capital, her clothes must be guaranteed to be unique.

This is an exchange of interests between the two parties. Guan Zhihong naturally understood this.

Qin Xiang was betting on people's hearts and minds, betting on whether Guan Zhihong could be bound by an agreement to only provide for her family. Guan Zhihong was betting on whether she had the ability to take over the markets in both places.

Qin Xiang had also made plans. After the wholesale city in the capital was on the right track, she planned to start wholesale in the provincial capital, which also had a wholesale market.

There were so many people and so busy at the moment that Qin Xiang did not dare to think too much. She threw away her messy thoughts and got to work quickly.

Qin Xiang was wearing the styles in the store, and without exception, these merchants took a fancy to them. Qin Xiang

whispered to Mi Hongjun, "You go wear a sports suit."

Qin Dong was only nineteen years old this year. Logically, he could wear it, but Qin Dong worked all year round and his skin was rough, not as fair and tender as Mi Hongjun's. Moreover, Mi Hongjun has a pleasing appearance. When he smiles, he really looks like a high school student.

Mi Hongjun listened and went to the back to change his clothes. Sure enough, he caused another commotion.

In the middle of the time, Dingxiang and a few others came over to let Zhao Wenna and Meilin go out to check, and they stayed to help.

Zhao Ping not only had to pack the goods, but also had to replenish the inventory in time. If it weren't for a few roommates helping here, he really couldn't handle it.

Even at noon, Qin Xiang and the others didn't have time to eat. It was Guan Yuping who went to pack their meals and let everyone take turns to eat.

It lasted until after three o'clock in the afternoon, and the flow of people gradually decreased. Finally, a few people had time to take turns to rest.

Qin Xiang glanced at the time and said to Guan Yuping and the others, "You've worked hard today. Why don't you go back and rest first?"

As a result, several people were very excited, "Wait a little longer, we'll go back with you."

Meilin seemed to be afraid that Qin Xiang would feel embarrassed, and said, "We really learned a lot today, and we also took a lot of notes. It's not in vain. If you really feel sorry for us, please treat us to a good meal another day."

Qin Xiang smiled, "Okay, I'll treat you to Quanjude when we don't have classes another day."

Meilin clapped her hands, "Okay, I haven't eaten roast duck yet."

This is the helplessness of life. Half a duck costs eight yuan, but many people are reluctant to eat it.

At five o'clock in the afternoon, there were almost no people, and most of the shops closed one after another.

Guan Yuping and the others said goodbye and went back to school to eat. Qin Xiang and Mi Hongjun counted the money. Zhao Ping took Qin Dong to clean up the goods. Anything that needed to be replenished had to be brought over tonight, because except for the first day of opening, the wholesale city would open for business at two or three o'clock in the future. It was similar to the Thirteen Factories in Yangcheng, opening at two or three o'clock and closing for a break at around ten or eleven in the morning.

Because merchants have to go back to sell after wholesale, clothing stores almost have to open at around ten o'clock, and other stalls or rushing to sell goods also rush to sell during the day.

Wholesale is wholesale, if someone comes to buy in small quantities, then we will definitely sell, but the price must be higher, this is price protection. Otherwise, if everyone comes to the wholesale market to buy, what will the merchants earn? I only make a few bucks doing retail in the wholesale market, and the bulk of the money still comes from individual merchants.

Qin Xiang was a little excited after counting, and Mi Hongjun said, "This is much more than the clothing store."

Mi Hongjun is in charge of the clothing store in the provincial capital, the university town, and students are the main consumers. At the best time of the day, there can be 600 to 700 yuan. In the square, there can be 800 to 1,000 yuan when there are more.

However, here at the wholesale, from opening at 10 o'clock to now, a total of more than 9,300 yuan has been collected!

It has increased more than tenfold!

Mi Hongjun said excitedly, "Sister, the sales are so fast."

Qin Xiang was also very satisfied. Calculating the profit, although it is not a 50% increase, the profit can still be close to 4,000. The profit from selling one piece is not as much as retail, but what if you sell ten, twenty, or fifty pieces at once?

Soon, Qin Xiang calmed down and said to Mi Hongjun, "Because we just opened today and there is government promotion in the early stage, there are many talents. After the TV and newspaper promotion today, there will still be a lot of people in the next few days, but it will gradually stabilize and there will not be today's prosperity."

Mi Hongjun nodded hurriedly, "I know."

Qin Xiang frowned. The next few days will definitely be busy, but the recruitment notice has been posted, and no suitable person has been found yet. It would be great if Tan Xiu could come tomorrow.

After thinking for a while, Qin Xiang said, "I'll ask my dad to pick someone from the store to help tomorrow. Just keep an eye on the goods. The rest is up to you three. We'd rather sell less than lose the goods or lose our sense of service."

Mi Hongjun frowned and said seriously, "Sister, don't worry, we will definitely be able to take care of it."

Seeing that the bank was about to close, Qin Xiang hurriedly took the money to deposit it first, and waited a few days to see the shipment situation before replenishing the goods.

After depositing the money, Zhao Ping sent Qin Xiang back to school, and then went back to work.

Qin Xiang had a casual dinner in the cafeteria and was too tired to move his feet, so he hurried back to the dormitory to rest.

The people in the dormitory didn't go out to study, either sitting at the table to study or lying directly on the bed.

Everyone was very tired, but also very excited.

Although they were from different backgrounds, it was the first time they had seen such a grand occasion.

When Qin Xiang came back, several people asked about the follow-up.

Qin Xiang said, "I closed the shop after you left. We will fight again tomorrow. I am grateful for your help today."

As a result, several people were quite embarrassed. Meilin said, "We just helped pack. We don't know how to sell goods. We didn't help much."

Qin Xiang laughed, "You think it's a small favor, but it's really a big help. Otherwise, we might be in a mess."

Ming Chuanxiu originally kept a distance from them and had a reserved impression of Qin Xiang, but after today, she had a deeper and more intuitive observation.

The people in their dormitory have a good relationship, and Qin Xiang is not as bad as Fu Yunmei and Bei Nannan said.

Sure enough, those two were not good people.

Although the day's activities were tiring, everyone did learn something. Several people began to exchange their notes. Ding Xiang even took out a pencil and a sketchbook and tried to draw on paper.

Qin Xiang had some experience after all, so she gave her some pointers. The others were jealous and took up their pens to start.

Most of them had no basic painting skills, and some of the body proportions and clothing sizes were not very good, so the drawings were a little awkward.

Qin Xiang comforted them, "It's like this at the beginning. We have four years, and we can learn it well."

No matter how hard or tired you are, you have to study. After studying, you fetch water to wash up, and you meet Bei Nannan in the bathroom.

Since Bei Nannan moved out of their dormitory, they never talk to each other when they meet.

Unexpectedly, Bei Nannan took the initiative to greet Qin Xiang at this moment, "Qin Xiang."

Qin Xiang did not raise her head while washing her face, "Say."

Bei Nannan said with a little pride, "You don't know, there is a wholesale market in the capital. It just opened today. Those who can open shops there are all well-known. It's not comparable to self-employed people like you."

Qin Xiang said "oh" and ignored her.

Bei Nannan snorted, "My cousin has a storefront there, which is much better than self-employed people like you. What's so great about you?"

Qin Xiang was speechless, "Okay, you are awesome."

What's wrong with you? What kind of person is he? He is always looking for trouble.

After returning to the dormitory, Ding Xiang suddenly said, "By the way, we met Bei Nannan and Fu Yunmei on the way back. They wanted to find out from us how much money you can make in a month in your clothing store in the provincial capital." She

was speechless. It was true that they lived in the same dormitory, but who else would be so blind as to ask such a question except Bei Nannan.

Qin Xiang's mind was now on the wholesale city, so she didn't have the energy to care about Bei Nannan.

She fell asleep almost as soon as she lay down on the pillow.

In the middle of the night, someone suddenly screamed and Qin Xiang woke up from her dream.