"Brother Chen, business is booming!"
The person who came was none other than Hou Guan Jiang Yong and others. Chen Chang hurriedly greeted them and returned the greeting with folded hands.
Jiang Yong saw that there were no empty seats in the lobby and said with a smile: "Brother Chen, it is really gratifying that Songhe Tower has been brought back to life in your hands."
"Brother Jiang is so complimentary. This is all the work of Shopkeeper Qiu and others. I was just helping out."
Shopkeeper Qiu hurriedly stepped forward to greet them. Although the people in Jiangling City had a bad impression of the Northern Zhou officials, this did not affect their awe at all.
"Shopkeeper Qiu, business is booming!"
"Thank you, sir, thank you, sir!" Shopkeeper Qiu was very excited. Jiang Yong looked like he was a leader in Hou Guanli's clothes. He didn't expect Chen Chang to get acquainted with such a person.
He also knew that Jiang Yong was so polite to him because of Chen Chang's sake, and he couldn't help but admire Chen Chang even more.
Under the gaze of everyone, Chen Chang welcomed Jiang Yong and others into the private room upstairs.
Since Chen Chang knew that Jiang Yong was coming, he naturally ordered his friends to prepare the food and wine. Jiang Yong saw the table full of food and wine and laughed and said, "Brother Chen, thank you for taking the trouble. We are just here to sit around and it's too expensive."
Got it!"
To put it bluntly, he was just here to bring people to Chen Chang and Songhe Tower, and he had no intention of eating or drinking here.
But Chen Chang didn't think so. Jiang Yong had given him a lot of help, so giving him food and drinks was nothing.
"Just prepare a small amount of wine. Brother Jiang, please take a seat!"
After everyone sat down, a waiter brought up a black lacquer tray and covered it with a bright red silk cloth.
The four officials were startled, but Jiang Yong laughed loudly: "If my guess is correct, this is your Songhe Tower's signature, right? Popsicle?"
"Brother Jiang is indeed a smart man. Let's try it quickly and don't let it melt away."
"Then I'll be more respectful than obey!"
"Brother Jiang, please, brothers, please!
The red silk cloth was uncovered, and five popsicles were placed side by side.
Jiang Yong is the leader of the marquis, so he naturally knows how popular Songhelou's popsicles are in Jiangling City. If anyone wants to eat them, they must make a reservation in advance.
In the lobby just now, some of the diners had not eaten yet, and it was obvious that their mouths were watering when they saw others eating.
As soon as the five of them arrived, Chen Chang ordered someone to bring the popsicles. They were rare items and not everyone could receive such treatment.
The ice-cold popsicles were refreshing in the mouth, stimulating their taste buds. Soon the cool air penetrated from the mouth to all parts of the body, making every pore of the body feel extremely comfortable.
Jiang Yong couldn't help but nodded: "Wonderful, Brother Chen has developed such a wonderful thing with his own hands, Songhe Tower's business will definitely be booming."
"Thank you Brother Jiang for your kind words!" Chen Chang greeted them to eat food and drink.
Although Jiang Yong arrived in a hurry and did not have much time to prepare in the kitchen, Cheng De's cooking skills were not in vain. After several specialty dishes were served, he was immediately praised by Jiang Yong and others.
For a moment, everyone exchanged glasses, causing the wine table to become closer to each other.
Jiang Yong said, "Brother Chen, Brother Yu heard that people from the Lou family came to cause trouble just now?"
"They are just a few young disciples. They have been dealt with by my younger brother." Chen Chang nodded. The marquis' eyes and ears were very good. Jiang Yong knew what had just happened.
Jiang Yongjiakoucai said: "The Lou family has a big business. Although they don't have an official position, this family can reach such an extent in their business. Brother Chen, must you be careful?"
Chen Chang nodded while pouring wine. The Lou family started their business by doing shipbuilding business. So far, shipbuilding is the pillar business of the Lou family.
Although he seemed to be spending most of his time in the Lou family's study these days, he learned a lot about the business insiders of Jiangling City through Xiao Yu'er. As the leader, the Lou family naturally also
within the scope of understanding.
Jiang Yong added: "Recently, there have been rumors that Lou Langjun is in frequent contact with the imperial court and seems to have gotten in touch with a certain imperial official."
This is to remind Chen Chang that the Lou family is not just a businessman, but an important part of an interest group. It is easy to shake the Lou family, but it is difficult to shake that interest group.
In this regard, Chen Chang had already anticipated that it would be difficult for capital to collude with politics. Both sides should get what they need in order to gain the maximum benefit.
I just blocked a shot for my wife, which offended the Lou family to death.
The next step is to guard against the other party's retaliation.
Seeing Chen Chang's solemn look, Jiang Yong added: "But brother, don't worry too much. I will keep an eye on the Lou family. If there is any change, I will report it to you as soon as possible!"
"Brother Jiang is so considerate of my little brother, I am really grateful."
Chen Chang was talking about the scene. He knew very well that although Jiang Yong was eager to win over him, this purpose alone was not enough for the officials to keep an eye on the Lou family.
No need to ask, there are people in the court who are watching the Lou family and even want to deal with the Lou family.
In the face of politics, the so-called business empire is simply vulnerable. It seems that the Lou family needs to think carefully about the affairs of the Lou family. Although they do not expect to gain much benefit, they cannot become victims of political struggles.
They are all smart people, Chen Chang didn't ask too much, and exchanged cups with Jiang Yong.
The lobby was already busy, and the few waiters were simply not enough. Shopkeeper Qiu had a way to call his wife and daughter-in-law over to help, so he could barely cope with the guests in the restaurant.
But the good times did not last long, and the daughter-in-law went to complain to the shopkeeper Qiu who was inspecting the kitchen, saying that a customer was bullying her carelessly.
Shopkeeper Qiu was furious and wanted to start a fight with others when he went out.
The clerk came over quickly and said that he was from the Jiang Gang and was not to be trifled with.
Shopkeeper Qiu immediately lost half of his anger.
Jiangling is adjacent to the Yangtze River and has many waterways. The disciples of the Jiang Gang made a business of transporting grain to various ports along the coast, and were also called grain boat gangs or grain gangs.
Several generations of gang leaders of the Jiang Gang have advised their gang members to practice morality and ethics, and have managed a group of boatmen in an orderly manner.
The gang emphasizes the system of masters and apprentices. The gangs are classified according to their seniority, just like a big family, and a family temple is established.
Anyone who joins a gang, no matter what their surname is, once they join the gang, they will be the descendants of the gang.
Therefore, it is not just about joining a gang, but joining a family. Regardless of the name of the class, a master is a teacher and a disciple is a disciple. Being favored by the elders from all over the world also makes the Jiang Gang different from other gang clubs. Master and apprentice
The relationship between brothers is particularly cordial.
The Lou family is a shipbuilder and has inextricable ties with the Jiang Gang in the business world. As soon as the Lou family returned home, people from the Jiang Gang came to visit. This was obviously to help the Lou family regain face.
Shopkeeper Qiu's face suddenly fell. What should we do?
My daughter-in-law, Fang, is in her mid-twenties. Although she is not beautiful, she is still a middle-aged girl.
She is already the mother of three children, but she still looks mature with a hint of youthfulness.
In the past, when the store was too busy, he would ask his daughter-in-law to come over and help, and his wife would also give him some wages. Today, he was not doing it for those few copper coins, it was simply because the store was too busy.
Unexpectedly, something happened not long after arriving.
After thinking about it, Shopkeeper Qiu sighed after all, but Ma Wu couldn't stand it anymore. He had a good relationship with Shopkeeper Qiu's son. When he saw his friend's wife being bullied, he immediately became furious, picked up a kitchen knife and lifted the door curtain and came out.
, shouted angrily: "Who is bullying my family?"
This chapter has been completed!