Mu Qing spoke more and more fluently, while Old Master Bai and Bai Feng listened attentively from the side.
Grandpa Bai: "Good idea. I didn't expect Qing'er to have such a great demeanor at such a young age. She will definitely achieve great things in the future."
Grandpa Bai looked at the boy who only reached his shoulder and felt a sense of satisfaction.
Bai Feng: "Then let's do as Xiao Qing says and promote Fangcao Pavilion."
Bai Feng roughly estimated Fangcao Pavilion's income and expenditure in his mind. If this development continued, Fangcao Pavilion's annual income alone could be comparable to one-third of the income of all industries in the Bai family, or even more.
Mu Qing smiled and said, "This is just the beginning. My plan is to take the high-end route for flowers to earn money from the old lady, the madam, and the young lady. Medicinal herbs will be divided into high-end and affordable varieties. Each Fangcao Pavilion will be equipped with a grower and a doctor according to local needs."
"Regarding the allocation of expenses, one-fifth of Fangcaoge's monthly profits are used for a charitable fund, which is then divided into two parts."
"Part of the funds were used to build private schools, and tuition fees were reduced for poor but talented farm boys, while awards were set up for those who excelled in their studies."
"For the poor but not gifted, the focus should be on teaching them good character and literacy. This will not conflict with existing schools, but will also give the descendants of more impoverished people more skills to make a living."
"Another portion of the funds will be used to build affordable housing to help people in need..."
Watching the person speaking eloquently, Grandpa Bai and Bai Feng's expressions changed from gratified smiles to deep thought, and then to shock, leaving them speechless for a long time.
The Bai family has been merchants for generations, accumulating considerable wealth. It is no exaggeration to say that they are among the richest families in the region. The Bai family has a good reputation among the people. Firstly, the old master Bai is kind and benevolent. Secondly, in times of natural disasters, the Bai family will reduce rent and provide porridge to do their part to help the poor and needy.
The people of that time were simple and honest, especially the poor. They remembered even the smallest acts of kindness, passed them down from generation to generation, and expressed their sincere gratitude.
After hearing Mu Qing's words, the previously smug Old Master Bai inexplicably felt that he was not worthy of the title and a sense of shame arose in his heart.
Seeing that Old Master Bai's expression was not right, Mu Qing thought that he was reluctant to part with the money, so she persuaded him again: "Grandpa, don't worry, there will definitely be money to be made. We won't squander the Bai family's vast fortune."
After saying that, she tugged at Old Master Bai's sleeve, blinked, and acted coquettishly.
Grandpa Bai patted Mu Qing on the shoulder: "Grandpa doesn't think it's bad, just a little surprised. I'm very proud that you think this way, truly proud from the bottom of my heart."
Mu Qing: "It's simply taking from the people and giving back to the people."
"Didn't the sages also say that when one is successful, one should benefit all under heaven?"
Grandpa Bai: "Good, good, good, go ahead and do it. Life is only a hundred years long, so why not live it to the fullest? Hahaha..." Grandpa Bai felt his mind was suddenly clear and he seemed to be ten years younger, full of energy.
Bai Feng listened quietly from the side without speaking, but the shock and awe he felt were no less than that of Old Master Bai.
After all, he was a young man, and who wouldn't want to make something of himself? In the past, he worked hard to manage the family business and accumulate wealth. Although he had earned a lot over the years, he didn't feel particularly happy. Sometimes he even felt empty inside.
Now, after hearing Mu Qing's plans for the future, just thinking about them makes me feel excited.
"Well said! Life is only a hundred years long, so why not live it to the fullest?"
Bai Feng thought to himself.
The group, without further ado, got to work...
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