Several children who were discussing a problem suddenly heard the sound of footsteps. This was Zhang Shuning's home, and there were never many guests unless the Zhang family took the initiative to invite them.
And this person came in openly, and walked up behind Zhang Shuning in a big way, which shocked the child!
"Uncle! Why are you here?" Zhang Shuning stared at Zhu Ying with his eyes wide open!
That's right, there is no one else but Zhu Ying who can come to the door so rashly.
Zhu Ying was dressed in Tsing Yi and a square scarf worn by ordinary people. If you ignore the scars on his face and the terrifying muscles on his body, he really looks like a businessman traveling on foot.
"Me? Can't I come and see my nephew?" Zhu Ying smiled and touched Zhang Shuning's head. Zhang Shuning was very taboo about this. He would never let Zhu Ying touch it in Zhang's mansion.
But here in the academy, he was a little stupid. Zhu Ying came out of the blue. If he spilled the beans and exposed his identity, it would undoubtedly be very embarrassing.
And Zhu Ying was recognized as unreliable, so Zhang Shuning was obviously worried. You can imagine that he hoped that his cheap uncle would stop talking and get out of here!
But Zhu Ying didn't think so. Instead, he sat down and smiled at the children: "I... am his second uncle. My name is Zhang Ying. Do you think we look alike? Don't we?"
Made from the same mold?"
Hu Yan and others widened their eyes and looked carefully. Zhang Shuning was a Qianqian with a slender figure and a face as white as jade. Although the guy in front of him was also very tall, he had a burly figure, strong muscles, and a strong sense of strength.
Qi vaguely makes people feel like a beast wearing human skin.
We cannot say that he and Zhang Shuning are exactly the same, we can only say that they are worlds apart!
Hu Yan was a little older and had a high emotional intelligence. He smiled and said: "Uncle and nephew are naturally a family... In fact, Shu Ning said, you are running a boat on the river to do business, right? You often deliver newspapers!"
Zhu Ying blinked. It turned out that in his nephew's eyes, this was what he did?
Well, if you say so, then that’s it.
He suddenly laughed, "I heard that you have opened a bookstore. I have been in business for a few years and I have some connections. Do you need my help?"
Several children subconsciously looked at Zhang Shuning and said in their hearts, you make the decision!
Zhang Shuning still didn't know why Zhu Ying came, so he asked tentatively: "Second uncle, does my father know that you are here?"
Zhu Ying chuckled, what a good boy, quite cautious.
"Your father is so busy, how can he have time to take care of me! Don't worry, kid, I'm here just for business. You want me to pay you to help you, but that's impossible! Tell me, what are you going to do? I
Let’s hear your plan.”
Zhang Shuning blinked and could only say: "We have now acquired several small bookstores and merged them together. The new venue is already being prepared. With the compulsory education order from the imperial court, we can cooperate with Xingzi County and Jiji County.
The Minxuetang is applying for a piece of land. Senior Brother Hu is trying to figure this out, and we want Mr. Qi to come over. With him here, it will be more convenient."
Zhu Yingdao: "This Mr. Qi, is he from your school?"
"Well! His name is Qi Tai. He is not only a scholar, but he also served as a grain chief. He escorted grain to Beijing on time and was appreciated by His Majesty. His original name was Qi De, and it was His Majesty who gave him the name Qi Tai! In the school, he teaches the Zhang family
His studies are very respected!" Hu Yan explained.
"Zhang's studies? What Zhang's studies?"
Zhang Shuning said quickly: "It is the knowledge of Right Prime Minister Zhang Gong. Everyone inside and outside the school admires Zhang Gong!"
"Oh! That's it! What about you? Do you also admire Mr. Zhang?" Zhu Ying asked with a smile.
Zhang Shuning's face was slightly red, and he lowered his head and said: "Mr. Zhang is a man among the gods, a man of great talent in both civil and military affairs, who assists the country and governs the people, and is a virtuous minister of the world...I, I am fortunate enough to follow my father and take a look at Gong Zhang from a distance, and I am already satisfied."
, I’m so lucky for the rest of my life.”
Zhu Ying looked at Zhang Shuning's red smiling face and felt happy in her heart.
I will tell my elder brother about your evaluation later, and I promise he will be very happy.
However, Zhu Ying rolled his eyes and said: "Mr. Qi, since you have been given the name by His Majesty, you must be arrogant and arrogant. Letting him participate in business affairs may not be your blessing. I suggest to you that you directly
Go to the mountain chief and talk to the school in your name... By the way, are there any adults among you who can take charge of your own affairs?"
Several people looked at each other, but Zhang Shuning was the first to say: "That is Xia Zhifeng's father. He is a veteran in the army and now opens a tavern."
"That's enough!" Zhu Ying said with a smile: "Veterans are given preferential treatment when doing business, and it is also beneficial to set up bookshops and help with education. If you invite him to talk to the school, you will definitely be able to get a good result... Jimin
The schools are second to none in the south. Once Jimin School is settled, everything will be easier to handle."
Zhang Shuning nodded and agreed with Zhu Ying's view.
"Uncle... I still have some questions. We only have a few dozen craftsmen. It's not easy to win such a big business."
Zhu Yingdao: "What, you want me to invest? Or lend you some money?"
Zhang Shuning shook his head quickly, "No, I will find a way to borrow money from the bank...I am thinking now, how to recruit workers, and what to do with the ink, paper, and movable type used for printing? Where can I go?
buy?"
After a pause, Zhang Shuning added: "It must be high-quality and low-priced, but the quality cannot be too bad. I just need my second uncle to show me a clear path."
Zhu Ying secretly smiled, "My nephew is quite strong. Just tell me, my second uncle has so many talented people who have already helped you. Do you still need to bother?"
But since the child said it, he will definitely help find a solution.
"Let's talk about recruitment first... In fact, this is the simplest. Think about it, studying is not cheap now! Especially Jimin School, from elementary school, to elementary school, to middle school, to university... this whole set
, is almost twenty years old, and has studied hard for ten years. It is really difficult for ordinary people. You only need to recruit workers for the parents and relatives of the students and give them more wages. They will definitely do their best for their children to study. During the holidays,
You can also recruit some students, and the wages don’t need to be too high, just subsidize living expenses.”
Zhang Shuning nodded slightly, and several other people had expressions of surprise. This second uncle is very capable!
"Let's talk about the materials... I'll cover this paper!"
"You? Do you?" Zhang Shuning said hesitantly. He didn't know when Zhu Ying got this business.
"I just made it recently. Speaking of it, it was an idea given to me by your father. He said that after sugar cane is extracted, the remaining bagasse is too wasteful. In fact, it can be used to make paper. I am planning to set up a paper-making workshop... Don't worry.
, I’ll give you a 20% discount on the paper you need!”
Zhang Shuning paused, but did not agree immediately, but said: "If our business expands, we will definitely need a lot of paper. If the second uncle's paper is really good, I can purchase it at the original price, but I must give priority to ensuring supply. If the paper is made
When it came out, the quality was not up to standard, so I, I still went to Xuancheng and asked my grandpa to help me contact him, he also knows some old friends."
Zhu Ying rolled her eyelids and thought to herself, what a good boy, even I am on guard!
"Okay! It's what you said. What kind of movable type are you talking about?"
"It's wood movable type!" Zhang Shuning said: "In Jiangxi, there is a senior named Wang Zhen who improved the movable type method. It just so happens that I have two senior brothers who know this process and can make movable type, but they lack good wood raw materials."
Zhu Ying nodded, "Okay, when I come back next time to deliver goods, I can get you some good wood. It's not difficult. But you have to give me the market price, no discount!"
Zhang Shuning nodded, "Okay, I understand."
Zhu Ying added: "Then there's the ink. Do you know the newspaper printing workshop in Yingtian? They already have special ink. Do you want to buy it?"
"Buy a share!" Zhang Shuning said: "I will buy 10% of the shares. I won't take up too much. I just want to ensure the quality and quantity of supply..."
Zhu Ying was startled for a moment. The little guy was quite polite, "Then do you need my help?"
Zhang Shuning shook his head, "I'll tell Xia Zhifeng's father and ask him to do the hard work. In the future, the printed books will also be sent to Yingtian. There should be no harm in getting familiar with the trade routes."
Zhu Ying laughed loudly and couldn't help but touch her nephew's forehead.
You little guy, you still pay attention to everything and don’t leak anything!
"Okay, I'm tired of talking to you about business as soon as I come here... Prepare some wine and food for my second uncle, I want to have a big meal."
Zhang Shuning agreed without hesitation and went to the kitchen to make arrangements.
The other friends were all looking at it stupidly. Even Hu Yan, the oldest, didn't know much about running a business.
But even so, they could see that this second uncle not only knew everything, but also had deep connections, knew almost everything, and was omnipotent!
Is this still an ordinary boat racer?
"Um, second uncle, is your business big?" Xu Guan asked tentatively.
Zhu Ying chuckled, "It's not a big deal, I just earn some living expenses. I have no choice, my family has a lot of expenses, and there are a bunch of bastards who always come to my house to steal things. Life is very difficult!"
"Stealing? Why not arrest him? Report him?"
Zhu Ying was stunned for a moment. He also wanted to sue, but the problem was that the government was the one who opened the case.
"Um...I was just joking, but you guys took it seriously. In fact, we are all friends and relatives. There is nothing we can do about it!"
At this time, Xia Zhifeng suddenly spoke, "Well, how many people do you have in your family?"
Zhu Ying paused for a moment and then smiled and said: "There are indeed many. Zhang Wang, Li Zhao and others are everywhere. The Zhang family is a wealthy family. There are people everywhere."
"oh!"
Xia Zhifeng nodded subconsciously. Actually, what she wanted to ask was whether the Zhang family was prominent? With a large number of people, that might be the case!
At this time, suddenly there was another sound outside, and a man walked in. He was Xia Zhifeng's father. Ordinary people couldn't come to Zhang's house, but Xia Zhifeng always ran here. Dad Xia also knew Zhang Shuning and occasionally came to call him.
It is human nature for a daughter to go back to eat.
After he walked in, he saw several children, and then Zhu Ying, and he was stunned...