The group of people came out with cold expressions and looked at each other, not knowing what to do. Finally, they all looked at the manager, who said with a bitter face: "Everyone, Mr. Ma is determined to help those people. Something went wrong, so we can only rely on everyone to mobilize."
The people behind this are putting pressure on the court."
"Isn't it more than that?" someone said.
The people present were either representatives of Shandong aristocratic families or Jiangnan aristocratic families. They were all the owners of the Department Store Pavilion. Naturally, they did not want the Department Store Pavilion to close down, but mobilizing the ruling forces supported by the family was somewhat fussy. Isn't it just an order?
One person suggested: "Have a good talk with the people who placed the order. We can give them the goods after a few days of delay. If they really offend me, they won't even think about it. At worst, they will compensate for some losses. As for the triple fine, it is impossible to pay."
, Otherwise, how can I save my face?”
"That's right, let's talk first. They must have heard the news and became anxious, so they complained to the county government. There is always a solution. With our strength, if we really fight, we may not lose." Another person agreed.
The other party reported to the county government, showing their distrust, and the manager was not sure whether the negotiation could be successful. After thinking about it, he suggested: "Everyone, I suggest that we mobilize the people behind us to do something to put pressure on Mr. Ma. At the same time,
It also makes those who file the complaint fearful, facilitates negotiation, and takes the initiative to withdraw the lawsuit. Even if the lawsuit is not withdrawn, it will be much easier for me to negotiate when the time comes, and the losses can be controlled."
"That makes sense!"
Everyone nodded in agreement. Who can become a famous family without a few protective umbrellas behind them?
Seeing that everyone agreed, the manager secretly breathed a sigh of relief and reminded: "You have to act quickly. There are still many dishes in the Department Store. They will spoil over time, which is also a loss. If we can't reach an agreement, the Department Store will have to compensate the other party."
With triple the fine and having to pay back the purchase price, the department store will no longer be able to operate, and the total loss may be in the millions."
It’s everyone’s money, how can we not be anxious?
One million guan is not a small amount, and if it is shared out, each family will have to work hard.
Everyone's expressions changed drastically, and they hurriedly left with gloomy faces.
…
An hour later.
Fang Xuanling was handling official duties in the Yamen and preparing for New Year's Day related matters. Seeing Wei Zheng coming over in a hurry, he was a little surprised. He put down his official duties and asked, "Xuancheng, why do you have time to come here?"
"It's not about the King of Han." Wei Zheng said depressedly, found a place to sit down, and continued: "Ma Zhou, the magistrate of Chang'an County, received a complaint saying that the department store will not be able to deliver the goods as scheduled, and he is worried about the department store's donation.
He ran away and sued the department store, asking for triple the fine."
"Triple fine, why does this method sound familiar?" Fang Xuanling asked curiously.
"Not like the King of Han. Now merchants in Chang'an City will write down fines when signing contracts and throw away their promises as a human being. People's hearts are not ancient." Wei Zheng complained, and added: "Ma Zhou sealed the Department Store Pavilion, and the Department Store Pavilion became the
On the grounds that it had not expired, Ma Zhou was suspected of covering up and reported it to the Yushitai, and I heard that the Ministry of Punishment also accepted the case."
"It seems that this is going to start a war?" Fang Xuanling is very shrewd. He knew that there was something very complicated behind it. Ma Zhou was brought out by Wei Zheng. The two were both master and disciple, and friends. How could Wei Zheng not care and think about it?
After thinking for a while, he smiled and said: "There is a lot of energy behind the department store, can Ma Zhou handle it?"
"I was also worried, so I went to the county government office before coming here. Guess what?"
"How could I have guessed?" Fang Xuanling said angrily.
"I didn't expect that the King of Han was behind it. Tsk tsk, in less than ten days, a big plan was actually laid. This time, the Department Store Pavilion lost at least nearly one million guan, and the compensation to the King of Han alone was 600,000 guan. There was no prior notice.
There are no signs. If Ma Zhou hadn't pointed it out, I wouldn't have been able to see through it. I'm convinced by this method."
"What is the King of Han planning?" Fang Xuanling was shocked and asked: "There are not many things that can convince you. Tell me, what is going on?"
"Ma Zhou didn't go into details. I guessed from scratch that the King of Han was secretly looking for someone to place an order for the Department Store. The person he found was unsuspecting and had nothing to do with the King of Han. In addition, the price given was high and there was plenty of time. In the front section of the Department Store,
Isn't it time to start a price war with the market? In a hurry to get back the money, and since there was no suspicion, he agreed. However, a few days later, the person who supplied the goods to the department store suddenly disappeared. Without goods, the department store could not provide goods to others.
, leading to failure to deliver goods as scheduled and causing breach of contract. No, I was sued and earned a fine of 600,000 in just a few days. This method is simply shocking and unheard of. The King of Han is destroying the department store."
"hiss--"
Fang Xuanling also took a breath of air-conditioning and pondered for a long time before saying: "I have known for a long time that Huaidao is good at doing business, but I didn't expect that he underestimated it. This method seems simple, but in fact it is step by step. He calculated the Department Store Pavilion to death, and first went to the market.
Low-price sellers *** Department stores are closed or they are also selling at low prices. Both are traps. Closing the store can stop the losses in time, which is not a big problem. However, the department store chooses to fight a price war and jumps into the most dangerous trap. The losses in the price war will increase.
A fine of one million yuan is only a lot more than that, and the reputation will be ruined."
"I can make 600,000 yuan in a few days. Who in the world can do this?"
Wei Zheng sighed, thinking of something, and added: "The boss behind the Department Store Pavilion mobilized force to put pressure on Ma Zhou and tried to unblock it. They still haven't thought that the person behind it is the King of Han. He died unjustly. Several people from the Ministry of Household Affairs deducted the salary of the King of Han."
Officials have found out that the evidence is conclusive and they all come from Shandong aristocratic families, do you think?"
"If there's anything good to see, handle it strictly." Fang Xuanling got angry when she mentioned this matter.
"What I mean is, can we take the opportunity to arrest a large number of officials involved with the Shandong noble families and Jiangnan noble families, give the King of Han a satisfactory explanation, and at the same time suppress the prestige of these two forces, and use this as an excuse to ask the King of Han to borrow some money
,Isn’t the imperial court short of silver?”
"No, please don't have any ulterior motives. That guy is so smart. How could he not see through it? Don't get yourself into trouble when the time comes." Fang Xuanling reminded.
Wei Zheng was unhappy: "I am not selfish, I am borrowing money for the sake of the court and the people."
"That won't work either." Fang Xuanling refused again.
"It's not like he has no money. He made 600,000 yuan in just a few days. He can borrow half of it. It snowed heavily a few days ago, and there were a lot of refugees in Chang'an. These people need resettlement and relief. What should we do if we don't have money? Ask your Majesty to use it.
The inner treasury? It’s not easy for the Holy Queen. Many places in the harem need to be repaired. I heard that the Queen’s palace is leaking."
Fang Xuanling hesitated. The refugees were indeed a problem. A large amount of money had already been released from the internal treasury for salary. He was too embarrassed to speak again. After thinking about it, he said, "I'll find a chance to ask Huai Dao about the refugees later."
"Okay, I'll go talk to those bastards behind the department store. It's reasonable to break the promise. Where is the law of Zhenguan? We can't encourage this unhealthy trend."
Fang Xuanling reminded: "Qin Huaidao must have a back-up plan when he takes action. With or without your help, those people can't make trouble, but it's better to intervene. Only if I get a favor can I talk to Huaidao."
"I will take care of it personally. If you can't handle the refugees' affairs well, don't blame me for going to Qinjiazhuang in person to speak. The dignified Yushitai doctor is not afraid of shame in saving the refugees. His reputation will only increase, but it will show that the court is incompetent and inactive.
You, Zuopushe, are so embarrassed." Wei Zheng said and hurried away.
"This old thing..." Fang Xuanling couldn't laugh or cry.
Wei Zheng hurried to the Ministry of Punishment and found Liu Dewei, the Minister of Punishment. He really wanted to explain his purpose. Liu Dewei interrupted: "Master Wei, are you here for the Department Store Pavilion?"
"What happened?" Wei Zheng instinctively felt something was wrong.
"Someone reported it to the Ministry of Punishment, saying that Chang'an County Magistrate Mr. Ma was bending the law for personal gain, pretending to be public for personal gain, and shielding others. I sent people to investigate the situation. No, the people below came to report just now. Not to mention that the Department Store Pavilion was sealed. There are more than a dozen people behind the Department Store Pavilion.
The owner's mansion has been surrounded by people, and we are preparing to take people to have a look."
"What, let's go take a look together." Wei Zheng was shocked.
Liu Dewei ordered the elite officers of the Criminal Department, and the group hurried out of the mansion. Not long after arriving at the mansion of the general manager of the Department Store, he saw many refugees gathered at the door, including men, women, old and young. Some were holding signs that read "Repay me my hard-earned money."
, "Department Store's failure to repay its debts is not allowed by heaven", "Department Store's violation of the contract and refusal to repay the money".
Wei Zheng was a little confused looking at these brands - what kind of operation is this?
Liu Dewei was also a little confused. He thought there would be a conflict and chaos, so he brought more people with him. He didn't expect that there would be no fight, no trouble, and everything would be fine. What's going on with this brand?