Moreover, during the off-season, if the family does not spend any money on labor and makes bricks by themselves, it is not a big hassle to build a few houses.
However, this aroused the enthusiasm of Zhuangzi's superiors and subordinates to do things, which was unexpected.
There are also farmers near Zhuangzi. I heard that Zhuangzi bakes bricks, and some people actually went to order them. This was an unexpected surprise.
Although Jiang Changxi didn't like this three melons and two dates, the housekeeper and the accountant liked it, and they thought it was very promising.
We specially organized manpower to bake some bricks during the slack period and put them on the Zhuangzi.
The housekeeper said, "It doesn't matter if no one buys them. They can be used to build walls. The village is so big anyway, so I don't worry about running out of them."
Those men were also willing. They were told that they would be happy to burn some bricks and tiles after they had enough to eat and a good place to live.
And it's obvious that they have all become skilled workers, which is quite popular in Zhuangzi.
What's more, the housekeeper is subsidized with copper coins.
When other stewards from the Zhuangzi came over and saw the situation here, they basically came over to ask for help to burn bricks at their Zhuangzi.
Rather than transporting goods, they want to work on their own land.
Being able to bake bricks, build a house, and repair walls by yourself significantly reduces the cost.
Who doesn't want to keep the place under his jurisdiction in order? Then he will have a face in front of grandma.
The scattered copper coins earned by burning bricks are all in the accounting room, and are at the discretion of the housekeeper.
So the old accountant is now the accountant of a brick kiln. The old housekeeper said to himself that after saving these copper coins, it can be regarded as a share of the uncle's private property.
But having said that, even this silver coin, the eldest lady did not say whether it was from the inner courtyard or the outer courtyard.
The old housekeeper is in a dilemma.
When Zhou Lan heard about this, he also went over to see it. He could only say that his daughter-in-law had great experience in managing the industry, and he praised her generously: "My grandma is kind-hearted, and it has been spread throughout Zhuangzi."
Jiang Changxi: "As long as you don't dislike me for being a prodigal."
Zhou Lan stared at Jiang Changxi with burning eyes, how could he dislike her? What a smart and kind woman she is!
It would be better if you were a little less minded when it comes to yourself.
Zhou Lan has realized one thing, that is, between husband and wife, he is more often deceived by his wife.
Even though I have tried my best to stay awake, I still get fooled from time to time, and sometimes I am quite cooperative.
Jiang Changxi: "My husband seems to be a little confused today. He doesn't want to study anymore."
Zhou Lan: "It's true that I can't read it."
Jiang Changxi: "Then, I will drink a cup of tea with my husband."
Followed by: "I will talk to my husband about the accounts of our Zhuangzi."
It’s better not to use this. Zhou Lan said, “Grandma, just do what you want.”
Jiang Changxi: "Changxi is very confident that she can gain her husband's trust, but generally speaking, I still need to get to know him, and just treat me as a casual chat."
Jiang Changxi did not like raising a prodigal son with unconventional things. Zhou Lan must know how Zhuangzi got the money, how much he received and how much he spent.
Although I haven't seen Zhou Lan's prodigal qualities so far, who knows what will happen in the future.
There are some things that should be made known to him in a permeable manner.
So Jiang Changxi began to talk about his plan bit by bit, what his expenses were, and his income.
Especially when it comes to the matter of burning bricks, it turns out that the receipts of copper plates are all recorded in the ledger.
Zhou Lan was in a trance for a moment, and felt that the voice was clear and sweet, like the sound of a fairy.
Then I heard: "If you calculate it this way, our Zhuangzi can have a surplus of two hundred taels every year."
Zhou Lan hesitated for a moment and couldn't sit still: "Two hundred taels, how could it be?" It was really too little. His own expenses for pens, ink, paper and inkstones were more than that.
Jiang Changxi: "Judging from the old accounts Zhuangzi had in the past, it's already quite a lot."
Then: "But don't worry, husband, our village has income from roast chicken, roast duck and preserved fruits. Although these cannot be entered into the account books, there is still a minimum profit of 500 taels per year."
That’s because my wife managed things wisely. Otherwise, if she had relied on Zhuangzi’s words, she might have had the same difficult life as Li Langjun.
Zhou Lan: "I forgot, in the past years the accounts were kept together with the store. When you calculated it like this, I realized that we might have to live a prudent life, and my grandma would have to suffer with me."
Jiang Changxi: "That's not the case. The income from the farm is still very good, but our expenses are high. The income I'm talking about is the surplus after our daily expenses, family travel, and travel. It's already very good."
It turns out that was the case. Zhou Lan blushed a little and was distracted just now.
Jiang Changxi: "Of course, this is also because Zhuangzi is in the name of Mr. Zhuangzi. Without Mr., this farm would not have much surplus."
Zhou Lan: "Let the people from Clothing Village come over later, and you can buy more clothes and some jewelry. Only after listening to our accounts today did I know that I, who is called a scholar, actually do not produce anything. It is all expenses."
This fact made Zhou Langjun heartbroken.
Jiang Changxi: "There is no need for this. How could I treat myself badly? There are still many clothes I bought when I got married that I haven't worn yet. Now that I am growing taller, the clothes will soon no longer fit me."
Then he said: "As for the expenses, I really thought wrong. Who said that I am not involved in production? Studying is the greatest achievement. Without my blessing, these Zhuangzi would not only make a profit, but also lose money."
Then: "Sister can protect us for a while, but the uncle is the master who will protect our Zhou family for the next life. Uncle's study is the most important thing for our Zhou family."
Although I really don't want to admit it, it is a fact.
Zhou Lan made Jiang Changxi feel embarrassed for what he said. He really didn't have the spirit to study anymore.
He was already addicted to his wife's beauty, but with just two words, Zhou Lan picked up the book and put the beauty aside.
Uncle Zhou, who didn't quite understand the relationship between men and women, suddenly understood that if you want to conquer a woman, you must first have strong shoulders and be her backer, otherwise no amount of sweet words will work.
At least that's what his wife told him.
Zhou Lan originally thought that since he had entered the county school, he could feel proud in front of his wife, or even relax and express his feelings to his wife. But now it seems that he should wait until he becomes a scholar in the future.
It is better to make your wife feel at ease than to make her like you.
He no longer had to ask Li Langjun for advice on how to express friendship in front of a woman.
Of course, Li Langjun is also a lonely goose now. He probably just asks for advice, and he doesn't have any clever tricks, otherwise he would not even want his fiancée.