Chapter 497: First Cooperation

Lao Zhang said that it was an offspring, Zhang Ci had already expected a young face, but the youth of the person who came was still much beyond his imagination, could it be that the person who sent this guy was not afraid that such a young man would be a little rough and let the so-called cooperation be aborted? Before he heard the young man speak, Zhang Ci had already struck a sudden in his heart. Although he is not the kind of seniority-only guy, he does not believe in genius either. And in dealing with officialdom, there has never been such a thing as a genius.

"I've seen an adult, in Kong Xinhua, Xiaxi River, this time I took the liberty to meet an adult, for a deal." After Kong Xinhua calmly and politely saluted Zhang Ci, he put forward his intention straight to the point.

"Buying and selling? I don't know what kind of business you are talking about? Zhang Ci deliberately put on a bit of arrogance.

"Our Kong family was originally engaged in a maritime business, my lord, although this business is really dangerous, but the profits are really high." Kong Xinhua said: "After working for all these years, my Kong family's net worth has increased a lot. ”

Zhang Ci picked up the teacup, his lips just touched the edge of the teacup, and then put it down again. The Kong family, he has also heard that the reputation of the official is not very good, mainly because the "filial piety" does not seem to be enough. But in the local area, it is quite chivalrous and has done a lot of good things. And their sea trade is really just smuggling. There was no normal trade between Dongping and Northern Liao. But the two sides always have what the other needs, although Dongping has established several large horse farms, but is still keen on the military horses of Northern Liao, and those production in Dongping has always been a necessity for all walks of life and all classes in Northern Liao. Although the two countries have been under an "embargo" for a long time, the table clock of Tissot Watch Company is still the standardized equipment of many Northern Liao families to show their status. The Kong family, in addition to having at least two shipping routes on the water to trade, also has many passages on the ground. Over the years, their business has been very great, and among the many business families in Northern Liao, there is no problem in entering the top three.

Looking at Zhang Ci's calm appearance, Kong Xinhua continued: "However, there are times when the geese are pecked, and this time, our family was placed in Dongping. Lord Zhang, you should know that before Dongping started the war against Northern Liao, Dongping had greatly increased the price of grain purchases, right? ”

Zhang Ci didn't speak, and simply nodded.

"Dongping is actually not short of grain, just to greatly reduce the grain stock in my Northern Liao. At that time, the price was more than five times higher than the average price of grain in Northern Liao, and even if the freight was added, it still had a good profit. Last year, the harvest in Northern Liao was generally good, and I didn't feel that there would be a war at that time, so many families sold their grain to merchants like me, and then sold it in large quantities to Dongping. The price of grain purchased from the families and big landlords is actually much higher than the average price of grain. At that time, the amount of grain flowing to Dongping was shocking. Our Confucian family is specialized in trade, and the relationship between the families in various places is average, but we can't get so much grain, otherwise, for such a high profit, we have to plant it in. But up to now, there are still 20,000 stone of coarse grain in his hands. It's not that I'm going to keep it in my hands, it's ...... From the beginning of Dongping's attack on Liao, the other party naturally interrupted the purchase, and the purchase price of these grains was high, so it was difficult to sell. And, my lord, you also know that it is naturally fine for these grains to run on the road, but it is difficult to say when they are planted in their hands...... It's annoying. ”

Zhang Ci looked at the young man seriously. The young man's eloquent and methodical voice made him see that this young man's ability was indeed good. He was already captivated by what the young man was saying. 20,000 stone of grain...... There must be more to come. Otherwise, with just 20,000 stone of grain, the Kong family could digest it casually, and on the occasion of this great war, it was a good choice for them to hide and eat by themselves. Regardless of victory or defeat, how could these families engaged in maritime trade not have the relationship on the Dongping side? No matter how much they wipe out the power of the family, it won't be their turn.

Sure enough, Kong Xinhua sighed and said: "As soon as the trade between the two countries stops, many small and medium-sized businessmen will not be able to stand it. My lord, you also know that trade is such a thing, especially the one with relatively high risks, and it is very fatal to smash a batch of goods in your hands. My Kong family couldn't look past it, and my father and family bought their grain from those merchants who found it difficult to store grain in their hands. At present, we have hoarded dozens of grains of different origins, different years, and different coarse grains, adding up to 420,000 stones. My lord, this is a serious problem. ”

Kong Xinhua seemed to be speaking cautiously, but Zhang Ci could feel the calmness hidden behind this caution. "My lord, the price of grain is soaring now, and it has long exceeded the price when we bought it. But we are worried about being told that we have bad intentions. I heard that the DPRK and China were interested in purchasing grain from various families. I moved this thought below, so it is better to ...... Take this opportunity to deal with this batch of troubles. I'm afraid that this matter will be coveted by others, and there are really many enemies of my Kong family. However, it shouldn't be a problem to act as an agent for each family, right? Of course, such a large amount of food must have the nod of the adult. If the lord agrees, he is willing to clear all the 420,000 stone grain to the imperial court at 60% of the current market price. The imperial court can save a lot of money. What do you see, my lord? ”

Zhang Ci sighed: "In this way, the imperial court can save more than 100,000 taels of silver at once, which is naturally very good." But, what do you want? ”

"My lord, in the next fight, what we need is a guarantee. After the victory over Dongping, the imperial court would not pursue this matter at any time. At the beginning, selling grain, or after storing grain, this is guilty or not, it is a matter of one sentence, at home and at home, it is really a little reassuring. ”

"It's not up to me." Zhang Ci smiled bitterly and said, "The old man can promise you that I will help you smooth out this matter when purchasing military rations." After all, it's good for you and me. And with so much money saved, you can do a lot now. But...... Alas, the old man is one of the six departments, but he is soft-spoken. If it weren't for the country's financial affairs now, there is really a lack of successors, why would the old man have to work hard? ”

Kong Xinhua smiled and said: "My lord, although our Kong family is in business and trade, and may not please many ministers of the DPRK and China, but the news is quite well-informed, and I know that my lord will definitely be able to be the master." Moreover, adults are worried about state affairs and do not care about their own selfish interests, which is also what I admire the most. At this moment, the adult thought of saving money for Beiliao, rather than taking the opportunity to blackmail. In this way, we passed the grain through the hands of adults, and although we did not dare to say that we made money, we did not lose much. If you look for someone else, my lord, you also know that without hundreds of thousands of taels of silver, probably no one is willing to stand up for our Kong family. And hundreds of thousands of taels are therefore important enough for the current Kong family. To cooperate with adults, all the Kong family needs is a word from adults. ”

Zhang Ci sighed: "Since you say so, then do it." If there is any problem in this matter in the future, I will do my best to deal with it, and I will be thoughtful. ”

Kong Xinhua bowed deeply and said, "Thank you, sir." …… Also, my lord, we still have some relationship in Dongping. I can get some information, but most of this information has nothing to do with the military, mainly the price changes of various items, what things were purchased by the Dongping Imperial Court and Ye's workshop, and so on. My lord...... Did you find these messages useful? ”

Kong Xinhua's hesitant tone made Zhang Ci smile, he felt that the other party was a young man after all, and in this regard, the elders in the family should not explain it clearly. Of course, the intelligence of these insights is useful, and the secret spies of Northern Liao have been wiped out too much, but the few old people who stayed in Beijing are all leaders for a while, and these indirect information can draw a lot of conclusions in their hands. Kong Xinhua hurriedly ordered: "Useful and useful...... Here, you come back in a few days, and the old man will introduce you to a person, and you can deal with these things better with him. ”

"No, my lord, if you find it useful, we'll give you the information when we get back. In the DPRK, we only deal with you. Kong Xinhua said sincerely.

"So...... It's good. Zhang Ci didn't hesitate much and agreed. This kind of indirect intelligence collection, as long as you can make up a story that is round enough, no one will doubt it. Now everyone is anxious about the dilemma of fighting on two fronts.

After Kong Xinhua left Zhang Ci's hinterland, he came to a courtyard in the northern city of Yanjing. When he got out of the carriage, no one would associate the person they saw with Kong Xinhua, who had just appeared, and the difference between them was too great.

In the courtyard, some colleagues are already waiting for him, and it seems that everyone's progress is still quite smooth. A twenty-four-five-year-old woman saw him and asked, "How is it?" ”

"Kong Xinhua" had a smug face, and said happily: "Eldest sister, you can rest assured." This level is no problem at all, and it was all fooled. Afterwards...... Step by step, we have to turn a good person into the kind of good person we like. ”

The woman smiled faintly and said, "Let's take it step by step, Ye Shuai is really too careful, in my opinion, it is completely unnecessary to weaken the enemy in this way." Anyway, I don't want to be shocked. ”

"Kong Xinhua" showed a little dissatisfaction and said, "Sister, don't speak ill of Ye Shuai." ”

The woman smiled and said, "I forgot, you are Ye Shuai's fan." Where would I say bad things about Ye Shuai. I know that Ye Shuai is thinking about everyone, and he can die less, he has always preferred to spend more time and more money...... Alas, but isn't it a bit too much fun this time? ”