In the opening match, Shayue Society relied on their strong strength to completely crush their opponents and come out on top. At the same time, they also shocked Tokyo. People began to talk about who was better between them and Qiyun Society.
This is different from the beginning. Before the game started, almost everyone was optimistic that Qi Yunshe would win the final championship. They just wanted to see who could put some pressure on Qiyunshe.
But now, no one dares to say that anymore.
The people in the capital also began to dig up information about Shayue Society, and were very interested in what they ate and used.
At the same time, Shayueshe also gained a lot of popularity through this battle, and of course, benefits came with it. First of all, Zhou Family Silk House and Shayueshe reached an agreement, and all the clothes of Shayueshe players will be from
Inside and outside, from life to the playing field, everything is provided free of charge by the Zhou Family Silk House. Zhou Qing thought to himself, as long as you can reach the final, no matter you win or lose, he will make money.
In addition, if Fan Shaobai or Nuofan are players of Shayue Society, they come to Fanlou to eat for free. It is conceivable that if Shayueshe can go to Fanlou to eat, then those Cuju fans will not flock here.
The rest of the Cuju club was really envious and wanted to play immediately, and their eagerness for the competition reached its limit.
However, since the first Tokyo Badminton Tournament will be held simultaneously with the Cuju Competition, they have to wait two days before they want to play. In fact, Li Qi does not want to end the national competition so early, because the longer it is delayed, the more external consumption will be.
It’s so unreasonable to not make this money!
This morning, the badminton match officially started.
Since it is an indoor sport, even if the seats are full, the number of people cannot be compared with Cuju.
However, since badminton is a sport that has only recently emerged, it has attracted many people to watch, especially those literati and scholars. They still like more elegant sports. Unfortunately, after Cuju joined Li Qi's violent school, it changed beyond recognition.
They lost their own advantages, and the rise of Shayue Society also told them that their physical fitness was gradually catching up. So they began to turn their attention to badminton, Li Qi, Gao Qiu, Li
Big names such as Char were also present. Not only that, Gao Qiu also specially invited some guests from other places and foreign countries to watch, which was also to help promote badminton.
The biggest sponsor of badminton this time is none other than Uncle He Jiu. Today he is extremely excited because the success of the badminton competition is directly related to his business.
However, it is precisely because badminton has just emerged that the level of both sides in the opening match is not very high. Of course, this is only in the eyes of future generations like Li Qi. You must know that he used to live in the kingdom of badminton.
In the Olympic Games, if the Chinese team does not win all the gold medals, it will be considered a loser in the eyes of the Chinese people. This is unreasonable.
I couldn't help but feel a little dizzy after watching it, but he was the creator of badminton after all, so he had to cheer up and cheer hard. In the eyes of others, he was extremely excited, but they didn't know that he just wanted to prevent himself from falling asleep.
However, other people were very invested in watching it. After all, those who are qualified to stand on this level are also the first batch of professional badminton players today, and they are still much better than those amateurs.
Hong Tianjiu never had the slightest resistance to new things. He was extremely excited and seemed to want to give it a try. He said, "Brother, you see there are strong teams like Shayue Society in the Cuju Competition. How about we change the competition?"
Forget badminton.”
Gao Yanei was particularly angry when he heard this. His father was Brother Qiu, the first Cuju superstar in the Song Dynasty. Of course he had to inherit Brother Qiu's mantle. He said: "Xiaojiu, how can you increase the morale of others and destroy our prestige? He
Shayue Society is nothing. If I had not lost to Qiyun Society because of my carelessness, our Taiwei Mansion would have definitely defeated Shayue Society. Just wait and see. Don’t say such things again, otherwise even brothers will do the same.
No."
Seeing Gao Yan's excitement, Hong Tianjiu really didn't dare to say anything anymore.
...
After many twists and turns, the opening match finally came to an end, and everyone watching stood up and applauded.
The fight finally came to an end. Seeing how enthusiastic they were, Li Qi felt relieved.
...
On the second day of the opening badminton match, Richard and others were ready to return. In fact, if it hadn't been for the Cuju competition, he would have gone back long ago. After all, he still had a mission to attend to.
However, this time, in addition to Zhao Huan and a group of officials from Honglu Temple, there was one more person who saw him off, and this person was Li Qi.
Originally, when the envoy returned home, the etiquette was very complicated, and he had to give gifts and accompany him. However, this time it was much simpler. There was almost no etiquette at all. If you insist on etiquette, Zhao Huan was the one.
As for the return gifts, let alone mentioning them, there were just a few donkey carts with a few large bulging bags on them, which could never be gold or silver treasures.
This was so simple that the Xixia envoys couldn't get used to it. You know, they were still looking forward to this return gift, because this was their best opportunity to make money. They all thought to themselves, that's wrong, why didn't they return the gift? This is endless
It's not like the style of the Song Dynasty. So these envoys had to look back after taking a few steps, with a trace of anxiety in their eyes, hoping for a miracle to happen, but they ended up in disappointment every time.
Li Qi almost laughed out loud several times when he saw it.
Until I left the west city gate, I didn't see a ceremonial car.
The envoys finally gave up and wondered whether it was because the prince had just taken office and didn't know the rules. But it was difficult to talk about such things, so he had to admit defeat.
"well!"
They had just finished sighing when suddenly another sigh sounded.
Everyone looked for fame, and the one who sighed was none other than Li Qi.
Richard asked curiously: "Why do economists sigh for no reason?"
Zhao Huan smiled bitterly and said: "He---!"
Li Qi seemed to be a little flustered on his face, and said hurriedly: "It's okay, it's okay, it's just me--well, everything in the world must come to an end. To be honest, what Li hates most in his life is separation."
Richard was stunned for a moment and was secretly surprised. Could it be that he couldn't bear to leave me? He sighed: "Yes, actually I also want to chat with the Economic Envoy for a few more days. Unfortunately, I have a heavy responsibility and cannot delay it any longer. However, the Economic Envoy
You promised me that he would be an envoy to our country."
I'm afraid this trip is unavoidable. Li Qi nodded and said: "Definitely, definitely."
Richard hesitated to speak, "Actually, I came here to bring a happy event ---."
This time it was Li Qi's turn to be stunned and said: "What happy event?"
Richard said: "After my lord learned that the economic envoy worked hard to promote the relationship between you and me, my lord was very moved, so he wanted to betroth the second princess to the economic envoy to express my lord's gratitude to the economic envoy.
It can also strengthen the relationship between you and me."
"Ahem, cough, cough, my lord, you are about to leave, yet you are still so humorous!" Li Qi choked and coughed loudly. This was not a happy event, it was clearly bad news.
Richard said: "How dare I joke about such a big thing?"
Zhao Huan said: "This is really a good thing, but why have I never heard the prince mention it before?" He is a prince, and he is very familiar with marriage. If Li Qi can marry the Xixia princess, it will be so honorable.
And it is also extremely beneficial to the friendship between Song and Xia.
Richard smiled bitterly and said: "As soon as I arrived in Beijing, I heard that the economic leader had recently acquired four beautiful wives, so I had to give it up."
Li Qi hurriedly said: "It's good to give up."
"kindness?"
"Uh... I mean---sorry, very sorry." Li Qi rubbed his forehead with a resigned look on his face, an absolute showman.
Zhao Huan frowned and said: "Actually, Li Qi has already married four wives. It doesn't hurt to have one more, just for fear of neglecting the princess of your country."
After hearing this, Richard felt a trace of hesitation appear on his face.
Isn't this hesitant? Of course he vetoes it. It would be embarrassing for a princess to be the same as a common girl! Li Qi coughed slightly and quickly changed the subject: "By the way, my lord, what do you think of the new world in Zuixianju?"
How about Wushuang?"
When Richard heard about this food, he immediately became excited and said: "Of course, I like it very much. If this kind of food is not unique in the world, I will have to transport more than a dozen cars back to China."
Li Qi groaned and fell silent again.
Zhao Huan laughed and said: "Just right, just right, the gifts I, Honglu Temple, have prepared for you this time, have such a great relationship with Tianxia Wushuang!"
Gift? The Xixia envoys trembled when they heard this, and quickly looked around, but they did not see the gift car.
Richard snorted and said, "I'd like to hear the details."
Li Qi said depressedly: "Your Highness, our Song Dynasty is also a big country in the Central Plains. Wouldn't it be too shabby to give this gift? How about we just follow the rules? I can pay for it."
Richard was a little confused when he heard this, but he vaguely guessed that this gift must not be simple, otherwise how could Li Qi, who has always been a tough cock, be so generous. He smiled and said, "I, Richard, am not a vain person. I only want friendship."
Now, it doesn’t matter how big or small the gift is.”
Zhao Huan laughed and said: "Zhao Huan is really impressed by your noble character and integrity." Then he said to Li Qi: "Li Qi, take it out quickly."
Li Qi groaned, reluctantly took out a book from his arms and said: "Your Majesty, this--this is my unparalleled secret recipe---."
Before he finished speaking, Richard's face was extremely shocked, and he almost fainted due to brain cramps. The secret recipe is unparalleled in the world, just these few words, even if you never return the favor in the future, he would be satisfied.
Li Qi glanced at Richard and smiled secretly in his heart. After a moment, he continued: "Part of it."
"Part of it?" Richard opened his eyes, a little at a loss.
Zhao Huan smiled and said: "Actually, the reason why the newly emerged Unrivaled in the World is so special depends on a very rare flower. However, after our observation, this kind of flower is more suitable for cultivation in your country, so my father wanted to do it."
As a favor, I will popularize this flower in your country and then buy it from your country. This may have a good effect on the trade between you and me. Those cars are filled with seeds, and these
This book contains some of Li Qi’s experience in growing this flower, I hope it will be helpful to you.”
Richard's mind started spinning quickly, thinking to himself, although it's only a part of it, but since I know what kind of materials are used, we can try it. If it succeeds, it will be a steady stream of wealth. To say the least, let's take a step back.
, even if it cannot be brewed, the people of our country have another means of survival, which is really a great thing. He laughed and said: "Then why am I embarrassed---."
"Haha, that's really a pity. Your Highness, let's just follow the rules."
Li Qi said and wanted to take the notebook back, but who would have expected that Richard's hand was faster than him and grabbed the notebook directly, hehe said: "Economic envoy, how troublesome it is. Since your country is sincere, then I will It’s disrespectful.”
"No trouble, no trouble."
Li Qi smiled, but used dark energy on his hands.
But how could Richard let the fat in his mouth fly away? He held on tightly. The two began a unique tug-of-war game.
Zhao Huan saw it in his eyes and suppressed a smile and said: "In this case, there is nothing better. Li Qi."
"Ah? Oh."
Li Qi suddenly let go of his hand, and Richard was unprepared for the moment and almost fell to the ground.
A smile flashed in Li Qi's eyes, but he said gloomily: "Your Majesty, he said that when you grow this kind of cloth, you can send as much as you want to Zuixianju. As for the price, please don't be too cautious, Your Majesty." Seriously, if our cooperation is happy, I can even go directly to your Xixia to open a wine bar."
Richard nodded as if he had found a treasure, "Definitely, definitely." But he thought in his heart, when the time comes, it will be out of my control.
Next, Li Qi orally explained to Richard the secrets of planting Kubu and some precautions.
Richard quickly asked someone to write it down.
After Li Qi finished speaking, they made it easy for Richard to say goodbye.
On the way back, Zhao Huan asked curiously: "Li Qi, since you have expected that the other party will be satisfied with the gift, why do you still do that?"
Li Qi smiled and said: "Your Highness, as a businessman, you can never tell others your bottom price. No matter how much you make from a transaction, you have to tell the customer that you haven't made much. This way, the customer will feel more comfortable hearing it. After all, No one wants to be slaughtered like a pig."
Zhao Huan nodded and said with a smile: "What you said seems to make sense, but it is well known to the world that you, Zui Xianju, make fortunes every day, and you can't hide it even if you want to!"
Li Qi waved his hand and said: "When the business reaches a certain level, there is no need to do this. Not only is it not necessary, but you have to brag about yourself, because the bigger the business, the customers you face will not be those who care about everything. They are ordinary people, but some wealthy businessmen. For this kind of customers, what they value is your strength and the prospects for cooperation between the two parties. The stronger you are, the more confident they are in you and the more they hope to cooperate with you. This is The way to do business! And our Song Dynasty’s foreign trade has just begun, and it is still in its infancy. At this time, we must keep a low profile, so that outsiders think that the less we earn, the greater our operating space will be, and the more difficult it will be for us. favorable."
Zhao Huan nodded frequently after hearing this, and then he chuckled: "I really don't know how you came up with these theories."
Li Qi shook his head and said: "Actually, this is nothing. Any small merchant on Ma Xing Street will understand the reason. It's just that His Highness has never done business. Of course, the same is true for him, Richard."
ps: Please give me a monthly ticket...(To be continued.)