"Uncle, he is Xiao Zhang from Songjiazhai I mentioned to you."
Wang Kang introduced that he became cautious in front of his uncle.
Zhang Yi saw General Wang Zheng of Jiyuan, dressed in a green robe, sitting at the head of the wine table. Behind him stood two tall and burly guards, clad in iron armor, with their hands on the hilts of their swords.
Taking a closer look, General Wang Zheng has a pair of long eyes that shoot out cold stars, and two thick eyebrows as black as lacquer. He has a square face, a broad nose, and a neatly trimmed beard. Visually, he is nearly 1.9 meters tall. He has strong bones and muscles, and is majestic and majestic.
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Zhang Yi came to the conclusion in an instant that his combat power was probably about the same as that of the Eight King Kongs. If they were one-on-one, he would not be Shi Gandang's opponent.
"Hello, General Wang," Zhang Yi said in greeting with clasped fists. "I have heard the name of General Wang for a long time, and it is like thunder in my ears. They say that General Wang is like a lion that shakes the sky, descends from the clouds, shakes the earth, and comes to the seat. When I see you today, it is true!"
Wang Kang couldn't help but laugh. Brother Zhang was so good at talking, but seeing that his uncle had no expression on his face and just snorted, he put away his smile.
"Businessman, huh," General Wang Zheng dismissed it and asked sharply, "How can Songjiazhai, a small village, manufacture paper and telescopes?"
"It's like this, General Wang," Zhang Yi explained with a smile. He was calm and composed in front of the overlord General Cao. How could a little General Wang scare him? "Song Village is small, but Master Song is determined to develop.
So he recruited many talents. Among them, there were scholars who made paper, telescopes, etc. based on books."
"Huh," General Wang snorted coldly, "This is not allowed in our Kingdom of China. Your Majesty believes that it is those strange and cunning things that have harmed the people of the world!"
"I agree with the king's point of view, but I believe that weapons must not be developed, but paper is needed by everyone. Only by reading more and being able to write can we have real insights and develop a real civilization." Zhang Yi said.
"Civilized?" Wang Zheng couldn't help but look at Zhang Yi carefully, "This is a matter for the king to consider. You, a small businessman, dare to talk about civilization?"
General Wang Zheng looks somewhat heroic, but his words reveal that he is narrow-minded and domineering.
The atmosphere was a little awkward for a while. After all, General Wang was very domineering and looked down on the small businessman from the small village.
Xiao Han, who was following Zhang Yi, was a little angry and thought to himself, General Wang is really looking down on others. He doesn't know who is standing in front of him. Even Liu Kai himself met Zhang Yi and treated him with the courtesy of a prince.
Who is he?
But I heard Zhang Yi chuckle and say.
"Everyone is responsible for the rise and fall of China. Although I am a commoner, I still keep civilization in my heart. The general is not interested, so just don't mention it. I am meeting the general today in the hope that the general can take care of it."
Xiao Han took a step forward. He was holding a golden Buddha in his arms and covering it with a yellow cloth.
Zhang Yi opened the yellow cloth and revealed the golden Maitreya Buddha.
The eyes of everyone present, including General Wang, were immediately attracted by the one-foot-tall golden Buddha.
"Uncle, I haven't told you yet, Brother Zhang is here to give you a golden Buddha!" Wang Kang said quickly.
"Yes, this is the treasure of Songjiazhai. It has been treasured for many years. Most people can't even see it. Today, it is specially presented to the general." Zhang Yi said with a smile.
General Wang immediately laughed.
He is not short of gold, but such a big Buddha is very heavy, estimated to be at least 20 kilograms. The most important thing is that the workmanship is exquisite, and it makes you happy when you look at it.
"A big belly can accommodate people who are difficult to tolerate in the world. He smiles when he opens his mouth and laughs at the ridiculous people in the world. This is Maitreya Buddha. I hope it brings good luck to the general." Zhang Yi said, picking up Maitreya Buddha and placing it on the table.
superior.
"Hahaha, haha," General Wang laughed, completely different from the other, "Yes, I want to laugh when I see Maitreya Buddha. He is a great Buddha."
Wow, what kind of person is this? He either smiles when he sees the Buddha, or he forgets about himself when he sees gold, and his words also sound pleasant.
The atmosphere becomes harmonious in an instant, but things are so subtle. When you find the opponent's weakness, the seemingly ferocious real tiger will immediately turn into a paper tiger, vulnerable to a single blow.
"Come on, come on, sit down," General Wang extended his hand to greet him. "It seems that I have misunderstood Xiao Zhang. Xiao Zhang is a person who does big business."
"That's right, uncle, brother Xiao Zhang is a big businessman. He also established a Chinese company in the city and formed a gang of his own, called the Department Store Gang." Wang Kang said.
"Well, you are smart, so why is it called Zhonghua Company?" General Wang said, "Can you remove the word Zhonghua and change the name?"
"General Wang, doesn't the Zhonghua Trading Company in the Kingdom of China sound like a perfect match?" Zhang Yi said, "We also want to ask General Wang for help to expand our business to the entire kingdom."
"It sounds like a government-run business," General Wang couldn't help but ponder, "I understand, Brother Zhang wants to take advantage of the government."
"General Wang is really wise. Without the support of officials, how can we start a big business?" Zhang Yi chuckled and said, "We can ask General Wang to become a shareholder."
This is an important decision. By bringing in General Wang and relying on the support of the largest family in the northwest, the business will naturally grow. As the cake grows, it is worthwhile to share part of the profits.
"Interesting," General Wang suddenly became interested and shouted, "Let's serve wine and food. I want to have a good drink with Xiao Zhang."
As the cups and cups crossed, the two sides talked more and more energetically.
When General Wang learned that in addition to paper, books, telescopes and compasses, there were also glass, plastic, mineral water and compressed biscuits, he had a better idea.
"These things are not new inventions, Xiao Zhang," General Wang overturned his previous statement, "Your Majesty just hates firearms and machinery, but these things are harmless. I actually think that many of them can be classified as military supplies!
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Military supplies are a brand-new idea and an opportunity to make a fortune. Once they are included in the Kingdom of China's military supplies procurement list, it means gold is rolling in.
"Oh, General Wang is really wise. A telescope, compass, mineral water and compressed biscuits are all necessary for marching and fighting!" Zhang Yi said happily.
"In this case, Xiao Zhang, I don't have the final say alone, do you understand?" General Wang looked at Zhang Yi with a smile.
"I understand, General Wang. Let the general handle this matter. In addition to 20% of the tax, we can give you 1% of the income." Zhang Yi said.
"10% less, at least 30%." General Wang said with his mouth wide open.
Zhang Yi seemed to be in a dilemma. He lowered his head and thought. General Wang and others had never been exposed to industrial production and knew nothing about costs. In addition, he could ensure sufficient profits as long as he raised the price appropriately.
"General Wang, I have to go back and ask the village master for instructions on this matter," Zhang Yi said, "I think the village master will agree. If you make less, earn less. Long-term development is the most important. What makes us feel honored is that
, got to know a noble man like General Wang!"
"You are right to think so, hahaha. From now on, no matter how much you produce, the sales will be all on me," General Wang raised his glass and said, "Here, Xiao Zhang, have a drink!"