With three points of regret and seven points of joy, another round of market kicked off in the pastoral.
As Li Xu expected in advance, the price of Sichuan brocade has been falling. The overly abundant supply and the warm weather in summer have shattered the merchants' hopes of making a big profit. No one will have the chance to repeat what Li Xu and Xu Dayan created last year.
The myth of getting rich. On the contrary, on the first day of the market, there was basically no interest in the once popular Shu Brocade.
The merchants did not have much capital, and one loss-making transaction was enough to cut off their hope of continuing to walk on the fortress. At the critical moment, the newly opened "Youjian Warehouse" in Su Chuanbu solved their urgent need. In the words of Wang Kewang, the warehouse owner, good intentions
The stupidly good warehouse owner Mr. Li Xu agreed to buy the unsalable "junk" from the merchants at double the price in the Central Plains after the gathering, and pointed out a clear path for the merchants. Several joint ventures purchased the jade and jade items from the herdsmen.
jewelry.
"The prices of jade and gemstones here are relatively low. If you buy them together and sell them to big cities in the Central Plains, you may make more than ten times the profit!" Li Xu looked at the angry and desperate traders and suggested in a low voice.
"Really? Do you promise that you didn't fool us?" Several vendors who felt they had lost money rushed forward and asked with their necks stiffened. The length of Sichuan brocade of the same weight was less than one-fifth of that of silk, and they were not far away with the hope of making a fortune.
After coming thousands of miles, we only got twice the profit in the end. This result is really unacceptable.
That unscrupulous bastard who took advantage of the situation took advantage of the situation and sold it well. Who knows if he is setting a trap for everyone again.
"Chang Xiaoer, keep your paws away! How can such a shady person talk to adults like this?" Uncle Zhang strode in front of Li Xu and shouted angrily at the vendors. In his opinion, no matter what Li Xu is,
Is his suggestion correct? He can subscribe all the Shu brocades accumulated by the merchants at a high price, and he has already thought enough about the incense. If someone goes so far as to step on his nose and face, once the warriors of the Su Chuan tribe get angry and defend the silver wolf
No one has the dignity of a guard to plead for mercy to these greedy guys in front of Li Xu.
"Really, I just traded with them a few days ago. The Allied Forces of the Xi Clan just annexed the Suotou Xi tribe, and there are a lot of spoils to deal with!" Li Xu came out from behind Uncle Zhang and explained to everyone in a friendly manner.
It is summer now, and no one is willing to slaughter livestock on a large scale. So of course the herdsmen cannot provide enough fur goods to the merchants. But just after the robbery of the Suotou Xi tribe, the warriors of the Xi tribe have some collections in their hands. Especially things like
For brave generals like Aslan and Hou Quli who have great reputation in the tribe, whether they were looted on the battlefield or returned at the spoils distribution meeting after the war, the blood-stained pearls and jade in their hands could be bought at the price of the entire business in the Central Plains.
But in the eyes of the people of Lin, those things could neither be exchanged for food to satisfy their hunger nor used to make weapons, and the price they could sell for hundreds of sheep was beyond their expectations.
"Xiao, Xiaoji, please forgive me, Mr. Li!" The vendor, known as Chang Xiaoer, sang a sweet promise and apologized in a low voice. Jin then took another half step forward and stared at
Li Xu's eyes asked: "What did they exchange for it? Is it silk, tea, or medicinal materials? What is the price? Who to talk to?"
"Everything is fine, except copper coins and silver. The price depends on the quality and age of the gems and jade. You can discuss the specific transaction privately! But everyone, don't lower the price too low, otherwise it will be difficult to do the transaction next time.
"Li Xu smiled and answered with certainty.
Uncle Zhang's worries are unnecessary. He doesn't care about the unreasonableness of the vendors. His father is one of them. Li Xu can see the shadow of his father in the vendors. In Li Xu's eyes, the mood of these vendors is completely okay. Understand. After all, a loss in business means that the whole family will have to endure a difficult six months. Under the pressure of a difficult life, you cannot expect everyone to maintain a gentleman's demeanor.
As soon as he finished speaking, the whole caravan immediately exploded. "Really, is there such a cheap thing?" "Really, Xuzi, didn't you fool us?" People asked questions one after another. Uncle Zhang was so angry. Even slamming the table could not suppress the crowd's voices.
"You can try it yourself. If you can't close the deal right now, you can put the goods in my warehouse for consignment. I also have some jade in my hand, and I can bring it to everyone tomorrow!" Li Xu pressed his hand down and promised loudly. .
"Thank you, Mr. Li!" people shouted excitedly. A moment ago, everyone was secretly cursing the heartless little brat for bullying others and buying the Sichuan brocade in their hands at a low price. Now they immediately praised the "little brat" as After meeting the Bodhisattva, they all asked Li Xu to be one of them. Every time a deal was negotiated, they would be willing to let the noble Master Li take a 10% commission.
Li Xu shook his head, smiled and pulled Duer out from behind and recommended it to everyone. Duer, who had only one arm left, knew the value of gems far better than himself, so he was asked to act as a middleman, neither the buyer nor the seller. It would be too much of a loss.
In the next few days, Duer became the busiest person in the entire tribe. Starting from early in the morning every day, his mouth had not been closed. He had to evaluate the possible value of gems for the warriors of the Xi tribe, and also needed to collect the treasures of the Xi people. The asking price is converted from the number of cattle and sheep into tribal necessities such as tea, medicinal materials, etc. It is also necessary to understand the needs of both buyers and sellers and try to let everyone get what they want.
The treasures in the eyes of tribal warriors may not be needed by traders. And the needs of traders may not be understood by warriors. Especially on the last day of the transaction, the shepherds who came to sell horses with hope all turned red with anger. .What insults them is that these Central Plains merchants would rather buy inferior horses that cannot run than buy fine horses as mounts.
"I, this horse can let your horse run all morning! For the same price, I will exchange this horse for you!" A herdsman shouted angrily to the merchant. The strange behavior of the other party made the warriors of the Xi tribe They were puzzled, and they were not used to taking advantage of others in transactions. They would rather sell their good horses at a discount, rather than use inferior horses to deceive traders and insult their own dignity.
"I, I dare not ride a good horse!" The merchant explained with difficulty, wiping the sweat from his forehead. He is a bastard who doesn't take advantage of the advantages. Who doesn't know that a good horse is worth more than a bad horse? The problem is, if you buy a good horse and bring it back, will you be able to win in the end? into your own hands?
"Won't you give him two bad horses? Although the horses run slowly, they can be used to pull carts, eat meat, and peel skins..." Duer twirled his fingers and listed the advantages of the bad horses one by one. Finally, he pointed his finger at Li Xu pointed and said loudly: "Didn't Master Fuli buy inferior horses last year? It can be seen that inferior horses are more useful than good horses in the Central Plains!"
"Yes, yes!" the vendors agreed with sweat on their faces. Although they were oppressed by the government, they still wanted to protect the face of the Sui Dynasty in front of outsiders and not tell the story of the masters' robberies. After all, everyone He is from the Central Plains...
A warrior from the Shetok tribe stepped forward and put a piece of mutton-fat jade as big as a child's arm into Duer's hand. Then, he placed it in his ear and asked in a low voice: "I want this piece of jade to be exchanged for another stone. No,
One stone and a half of tea! If I could exchange it for it,..."
"One stone and a half tea leaves, half a bolt of silk, the thin and soft kind!" Duer increased the price on the spot, gesticulating and speaking to the vendors in Turkic. Socializing with Li Xu and Xu Dayan
In more than half a year, he has understood the differences between Su silk, Zhejiang silk and Lu silk. So he tried his best to protect the interests of his own people while reaching a deal.
Several traders from the Central Plains did some calculations and gathered together the tea and silk needed by the warriors of the Shetuo tribe. Chang Xiaoer took the mutton-fat jade from Duer and carefully put it into his arms. Then he took out a piece of silk from his own goods.
A large brick of tea was placed in the leather pocket beside Duer as a thank you gift.
The warrior of the Shetou tribe looked at the extra half of silk and satin, and happily beat Duer for staggering. "Brother Duer, thank you for helping me. I will send you a ewe tomorrow. She has just given birth to a lamb. It is just right."
Milk and drink!”
"Easy to say, easy to say!" Duer replied with a smile. He used a knife to draw a horizontal line on the sheepskin next to him with difficulty, and then carved out the mark of the part of the body.
It wasn't until the bonfire was lit at the dinner that he completed the last transaction in a hoarse voice. The dozen leather bags around him were full, containing all the commissions paid by the merchants. The sheepskin in his hand was also marked with horizontal lines with a knife.
Each horizontal bar represents the thank you gift promised by the herdsmen who sold the gems.
Father Gabler changed his stingy style and followed Duer, constantly inviting merchants and shepherds to drink in his felt bag. Duer's wife's eyes sparkled again, and she looked at her husband with eyes filled with admiration.
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Surrounded by the beating fire were Shetuo, Hosana, Bishi and other warriors who came from more than a dozen nearby tribes. For Su Chuobu, the significance of this fair once again transcended the goods themselves.
Almost all the chiefs of the neighboring tribes came, and even some small nomadic tribes close to the lair of Zhiba Khan on the banks of the Taihu River secretly sent envoys to "trade".
As the news of the victory in the war against Suotouxi tribe spread, the alliance of Suchuo, Shetuo, Hosana, Bishi and other tribes near Crescent Lake has become a foregone conclusion. Zhulu Khan has not taken any action so far, so he can only
It means that this swan is old. The old swan's head cannot bear the weight of the crown, and the new swan takes its place and flies at the front of the array as a matter of course.
As long as the Suchu tribe maintains an undefeated record and can share the blessings of the Everlasting Sky with all tribes on the grassland like in these fairs, the descendants of the white swan will definitely be willing to follow the wings of the new leading goose.
"Guests who have come from afar, Su Chuobu's camp will always be open to you!" Chief Xier came with a bowl of wine and gave it to Uncle Zhang with both hands. The farewell banquet has begun, and as the host, he must express himself to the guests.
sincerity.
He was the one who gained the most from these two opportunities.
The climate on the grassland is harsh, and winter lasts for more than five months. Therefore, roads are cut off for half of the year, and no external goods are transported in. Tea, salt, silk, and medicinal materials from the Central Plains are necessary for the herdsmen.
Therefore, a market that can guarantee long-term supply will inevitably become the center of surrounding tribes.
"Thank you, thank you, patriarch!" Uncle Zhang, who was in charge of a caravan for the first time, still couldn't adapt to his status. He stood up, took two steps back, and said gratefully.
"Distinguished guest, it is the arrival of you and Fu Li that has allowed the white swan to spread its wings again!" Elder Su Duo'etuo then stood up and toasted to Uncle Zhang.
What he brought was not only goods, but more importantly, the sudden trade of gems and jade made the warriors further understand that their blood was not in vain. A small piece of jade can be exchanged for enough to drink for a family.
Three years of tea bricks. And among those weak tribes, there are some jewels and jade for the warriors of the Allied Army to seize.
"Yes, Chief Xier, I really envy the Immortal Heaven for giving Fu Li to your tribe!" said the elder Nami Ye sourly.
As the owner of 'Youjian Warehouse', Li Xu had never thought about the meaning of a warehouse. As the leader of a small caravan, Uncle Zhang was flattered by the respect of the elders. But for Su Chuixil and Su Chuoetuo, he must
Knowing Na Miye and other old swans on the grassland, Li Xu, Zhang San and others are well-deserved nobles of the Su Chuan tribe.
For the Su Chuo tribe, which is rapidly expanding, a warehouse with sufficient supply of goods is the starting point for the tribe to move towards the city. Once other surrounding tribes become dependent on the Su Chuo tribe's supply of goods, the Su Chuo tribe will merge other tribes under its command.
Everything will fall into place.
"It's all thanks to Mr. Fu Li. This kid is so righteous and discerning!" Zhang San's dry face also had a sincere smile. This was his first time leading an entire caravan as the leader.
, if he cannot satisfy the majority of people, his name Zhang Laosan will not be able to gain a foothold on the road from Yuyang to the Great Wall in the future.
He does not have the courage and strength of Sun Jiu. The only thing that is better than Sun Jiu may be luck. With Xuzi, who is blessed by the God of Wealth, it is difficult for everyone to get rich.
"Yes, Lord Fuli is the lucky star bestowed by the Immortal God to the Suchu tribe! Chief Xier, I really envy you for having so many daughters!" Brother Shetisha laughed and drank up the wine in the bowl. The members of his own tribe
Several young warriors have made good friends with Fu Li, who is about to become Su Chuoxil's son-in-law. With his current prestige and increasing sword skills, it will not be difficult to carve out his own sky on the grassland in the future.
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The future belongs to the new swans, and the older generation of swans must slowly move from the head of the team to the end of the team.
"Fu Li is the lucky star of the Su Chuan tribe!" Su Chuan Fuli smiled and toasted. Ever since Fu Li and Silver Wolf appeared in the Su Chuan tribe, this boy from a foreign race has overshadowed everyone else. People mentioned Fu Li.
, has almost forgotten that his brother, the patriarch, has the same name.
Su Chufuli's eyes crossed the fire and glanced at another nearby bonfire. Suchu Aslan, Shetu Gesana, Hou Quli, and several younger generation heroes from different tribes were watching with Fuli Zhuan.
Holding a scimitar, the majestic silver wolf Ganluo squatted beside the fire, his brown hair reflecting the moonlight like water.
The scimitar was one foot longer and two inches wider than the scimitars commonly used by prairie warriors. It did not have as much curvature as ordinary scimitars, but it was just a casual arc, as natural as Aunt Qing's dancing posture.
You can say that it is the horizontal sword of the Central Plains, but it is wider and stronger than the horizontal sword. You can say that it is a scimitar, but longer than the scimitar and more conducive to cutting. Or you can say that it is neither, it is
It combines all the advantages of a horizontal sword and a scimitar, and is completely unique. (Note 5)
Su Chu Aslan stood by the fire and casually pulled out the coppersmith's masterpiece. A watery sword light came out of its sheath, eclipsing the fires of all sizes.
Even though he was several feet away, Su Chuofuli could still feel the compelling light on the blade. In an instant, the biting chill penetrated into his heart. (To be continued)
