The two hundred great Huaibei salt, at the moment, is a hen that can lay golden eggs. A large diversion of northern salt weighs 400 catties, according to the current cost of salt merchants from the government, including taxes and ministers, the cost is about seven taels, the selling price is 300 wen a catty, about the profit of each salt is between eight taels and ten taels, and two hundred leads are about 1,600 taels. You must know that since the founding of Hongwu in the Ming Dynasty to Wanli, officials have not raised their salaries, and everyone's legal income is still based on the Hongwu standard.

What's more, this is a two-hundred-point salt introduction is not a one-shot deal, as long as Song Guofu does not fall, Fan Jin has a fixed profit every year, similar to hardcore crops can be eaten forever. The real situation is that Fan Jin occupies a good share in Song Guofu's business with his own name and Jiangling's son-in-law, and uses 200 salt dividends as a starting point, and every year Song Guofu will send a dividend to Fan Jinmen. At first glance, the dividends of 200 citations are not much, but in fact, this kind of thing is a black-box operation, and the amount of profit depends on the parties' own approval.

As long as Song Guofu is willing, he can give a large sum of money every year, which is said to be a profit of 200 leads. Moreover, Fan Jin has not married after all, and if he really wants to become the son-in-law of the Zhang family, the dividends brought by these two hundred quotations will not be only 1,600 taels, anyway, as long as the person who sent the money said that there was such a big profit, it was such a big profit, and the imperial historian could not find any clues. From a gift-giving point of view, it's definitely the perfect gift.

Fan Jin smiled slightly at Ma Xianglan beside him, "I really didn't say anything wrong when I said that the salt merchant was rich, right?" A painting is two hundred citations, what a stroke of hand. I only made money selling paintings in Guangdong, and I never made a lot of money, but it was the first time I met such a bold buyer, and I was flattered. ”

Ma Xianglan said with a smile: "This proves that I am right in my sisters, the salt merchant is the living god of wealth and gold, and there is endless silver at home." If you have the opportunity to encounter it, it's always a good idea to make a few more cuts. ”

The two laughed freely, and Wang Xudeng became air in front of their eyes, which made him quite uncomfortable, and he hurriedly coughed. "In addition to Song Yuanwai's request for painting, there is also one thing to ask for."

"I said that there will not be such a good business, a few Danqing will be changed for salt, if the business is so good, you don't have to go to the imperial examination. I don't know what Song Yuanwai wants me to do? ”

"A small matter is just a gesture for the county, but it is very important for the salt merchants. Salt merchants rely on salt for profit, and salt bandits are the biggest opponents. Recently, Yangzhou cracked a big case of salt lords, which involved the family of Shen Fengnian, a local student in Yangzhou. There are many cases that he and his family have to be present to ask them about it. When the man heard the news, he fled with his family, and it is said that he ran to this side. Song Yuanwai is also a salt merchant, so he naturally has to think about himself and his peers, so he asks Master Fan to put more effort into it and send a servant to visit him. If the Shen family salt bandits can be sent back to Yangzhou for interrogation, it will be a matter of immeasurable merit. Not only Song Yuanwai himself, but also the entire Yangzhou salt merchants should thank the county for his great kindness. ”

Fan Jin couldn't help nodding when he heard this, and suddenly asked sideways: "Xianglan, this is your land, I'll listen to your meaning first." ”

"This is a man's business, and it is also a business matter, I am a woman's family, but there is no place to speak."

Wang Xudeng hurriedly said: "Xianglan, this is not a yamen, the county respecters have said that they are willing to listen to you, so it is not an exaggeration to say it." ”

Ma Xianglan looked at Fan Jin, "Think back, since you want me to say it, then I can say it, if what you say is wrong, you don't want to annoy me." ”

Her face was originally a spring breeze, but at this time it gradually became serious, "I admit that I used to be from an unsightly background, and I couldn't go to the hall of elegance, if I want to say it at this time, that is, it is in tune with others, I have to say what people tell me to say." Otherwise, you don't know how to lift up, and you are asking for hardship. But now that I'm a businessman, I'm opening a restaurant and doing some business, so I should say a few words about my business. Whoever is a salt bandit and who is a robber, you have to get evidence, you can't touch your upper lip and your lower lip, and say that people are bandits. Mr. Shen that Mr. Wang said, the person is no longer there, I have seen the corpse, and it was cut with a knife. It is unthinkable that a scholar would die in such a way. His fellow villagers and elders were all killed, and some women were taken captive, and now none of them are missing. Now in Shangyuan County, there has never been any salt bandit nest owner, only a scholar Shen San who was wronged at the bottom of the sea, if he is the salt bandit nest owner, I am the first to believe it! I don't know what the salt merchant sued him, but I know that Shen San put on a petition and sued Song Guofu! If Shen San can be escorted back to Yangzhou from Shangyuan because of a sentence, can it also rely on a piece of paper to mention Song Guofu to Shangyuan! ”

Wang Xudeng thought that Ma Xianglan would help him no matter what, but he didn't expect his elbow to turn out, and his brows furrowed, "Xianglan, don't mess around!" Song Yuan is not under the control of Shangyuan, how can he bring people to Shangyuan. ”

Ma Xianglan sneered, "Yes, I'm a woman, and I'm from such a background, where do I understand the truth?" Didn't Mr. Wang ask me to speak, so I only said a few words? I said I won't say it, you don't agree, I said you are not satisfied, but it is really difficult to serve. Forget it, I'm not going to say anything, but I have to warn you. Now that the little woman has left her nationality, you call a woman from a good family, it's best not to call her name, if you meet someone with a bad temper, it will be a loss! ”

When she said this, her face was cold, and her eyes were as cold as frost, which was clearly a prelude to turning her face. In the past, Wang Xudeng had seen this kind of expression a few times, and it happened when he was helping him entertain the rich man in the countryside. Those people are rich and powerless and have never seen the world, they can't even distinguish the authenticity of antiques, they can't understand the difference between a divorced woman and a happy household, they think they can do whatever they want, and their actions exceed the limit, which finally provoked Ma Xianglan to go crazy. At that time, she looked like she was going to eat people. But in the past, this look was to protect her own face, and it was also to announce that she was her own person, and now who is she looking like?

Fan Jin pulled Ma Xianglan's hand at this time and said, "Xianglan, don't be like this." It's not easy for Mr. Baigu to come from afar, and it's not good for you to be like this. ”

Ma Xianglan responded obediently, "Everything is just a matter of listening." But now I am only allowed to call me by my name, and if he dares to call me again, he will not agree. This restaurant is mine, I can kick him out! a”

"Okay, okay, what do you say?" Fan Jin smiled awkwardly at Wang Xuedeng again, "You also saw it, Siniang is this temper." Mr. Baigu, it's better to check it up, otherwise I won't be able to do anything about it later. ”

Wang Xudeng's face turned red and white, in the past, this kind of show of affection was performed by himself and Ma Xianglan, and this woman is also a Xie Yuhua who can be manipulated by herself. Today everything has happened repeatedly, she is actually coquettish in the arms of another man, and this kind of affection is not a show, it is clearly the true feelings, this woman ...... Changed my mind!

He looked at Fan Jin, and he had to admit that this man was far better than himself no matter his appearance, age or future, and he must be better than himself on other occasions. Ma Xianglan was not surprised to fall in love with him, sure enough...... The table is ruthless! If you have real feelings for her and give her a name, you will become a big fool!

Wang Xudeng felt a nameless vinegar mixed with anger rising in his heart, "Siniang is a woman, some things are not too clear, and it is inevitable to be angry." The county magistrate is familiar with the system, so he naturally knows that this is not the case. The Shen family's household registration is in Yangzhou instead of Shangyuan, no matter how much he has been wronged, the lawsuit will always be interrogated in Yangzhou, and the case cannot be decided in Shangyuan. The county respected and left the Shen family by his side, and it was difficult to explain in official affairs. Although Gangneung appreciates the county and is willing to entrust him with important tasks, the county also has to inspect himself. Everything is good here in Jiangning, but there is one bad one, there are too many masters. Although the students are not in the officialdom, they also know how powerful these officials are. These people are all people who have nothing to do, and if they are embarrassed by the county because of this, they are afraid that the reputation of the county will also hinder them. ”

Fan Jin laughed, "Mr. Baigu cares more!" You're right, there are more than 100 masters in Jiangning City, and everyone has nothing to do, so they are looking for someone to handle. Besides, these poor people live on pawns, and if there is a salt merchant who takes out two hundred pieces of salt to attract them, these people are afraid that they can bury me with this chapter. But so what? I am more afraid of the common people than the old man or the salt merchant, and I am afraid that the people under my rule will be disappointed in their parents and officials, and think that their parents and officials will not be able to give them justice! Shen San will return to Yangzhou, but not now. One day, I will take him to Yangzhou and confront Song Yuanwai face to face. The merits can be understood face to face! Whether he wants to sue me or buy my paintings, he can make it clear to his face. As for the present...... Please ask Mr. Baigu to tell Song Guofu that Fan is a Cantonese and has no other skills, but he has a strong temper! We have a famous and bold sea pen holder in Guangdong, and even the emperor is not afraid. If I, Fan, were afraid of Song Guofu, a businessman, wouldn't I lose the face of our Cantonese people! Shen San, I'm safe! The government wants to bring people, but I am the first one here who does not agree. If a merchant wants to buy people...... I'm sorry, he can't afford this price, his surname is Song! Let him get rid of this thought as soon as possible! ”

His tone softened, "Mr. Baigu came from afar, I can't let you come for nothing, I can give this painting." As for the 200 salt leads, let Song Yuanwai keep them for himself, go to the temple to donate more incense, and use them in the future! Xianglan, pen and ink waiting!"

Ma Xianglan responded, spread out the paper with his hands and feet, and sharpened the ink for Fan Jin, Fan Jin lifted the pen in the hand brush and brushed a little in one go, the pen walked the dragon snake, and after a while, a painting was completed, and the pen was raised to mention a few lines of words on the painting, and his name was stamped at the place of payment.

When the painting was completed, Fan Jin beckoned Wang Xudeng and said, "Mr. Baigu, please take it back and let Song Yuanwai collect it." This is what I gave him, no matter what time it is, this painting is his family's belongings, and he will not take it. In the future, he will have his own income from watching paintings every day. ”

Wang Xuedeng knew that things would not work out, so he secretly complained to himself, and he didn't know how to explain to Song Guofu this time. When I came up and saw the content of the painting, I saw that the painting was a crab picture, and more than a dozen crabs of different sizes were lifelike, purely from the perspective of painting techniques, it was a rare product, but in the current situation, the meaning of this crab picture is obviously not very friendly, and it contains: a pair of cold eyes to watch the crab array, see how long you are rampant This meaning is even if it is vulgar like Song Guofu.

Looking at the words mentioned on the painting, the dragon flying phoenix dance pen is strong, and Wang Xuedeng, who is also a famous calligrapher in the world, also has to admit that Fan Jin's calligraphy skills are only stronger than his own, not weak, and this character can be regarded as a good ink treasure. After stamping Fan Jin's name seal, it can be regarded as a valuable thing. But the content of this text ......

"Good and evil will be rewarded in the end, and the way of heaven is good for reincarnation. If you don't believe it, look up, the sky has spared anyone. ”

Even the painting with the text, that kind of hostility has been disdained to hide it, Wang Xudeng's face changed, and the small painting scroll was so heavy at this time that he didn't dare to pick it up. Fan Jin said: "It will take a while for the ink to be done, but I am not in a hurry to collect it." However, entrusted by people and loyal to people, this painting must be handed over to Song Yuanwai by hand. Mr. Wang, you have the ability to ask Siniang to help you, Siniang has nothing to say. If you open your mouth, I will give face, and we can be regarded as two clear. Next, there are a few words between you and me. ”

Fan Jin's tone became cold, "Mr. Baigu and Siniang are old friends, you don't have to say that I know this relationship, and I also know Siniang's past background." One cannot choose one's own origin, but one can choose one's future. Siniang is now the owner of this Youlanju, the future is a member of my Shangyuan Chamber of Commerce, the Chamber of Commerce will have two co-organizers, four deacons, Siniang is known to be capable and enthusiastic, and is a big family in Shangyuan, if there is no accident, there should be a seat in Siniang among the co-organizers. If someone is disrespectful to Siniang in words, it is disrespectful to my Shangyuan Chamber of Commerce, that is, disrespectful to this official. The consequences of this ...... You can't afford it! So from today onwards, where Siniang is, it is best for Mr. Baigu not to show up, otherwise, I am afraid that I will get in the way with you! This is Youlanju, not a yamen, my current identity is Siniang's man, not a county order, and some things can be said more clearly. Xianglan is already my person, no matter what your relationship was in the past, I hope you will stay away from her in the future, if you are entangled again, I don't care if you are a Southeast celebrity or something else, I promise to make you regret giving birth! ”

Wang Xuedeng was shocked by Fan Jin's attitude and tone, his figure took two steps back, and looked at Fan Jin in disbelief. I can't believe that this prime minister's son-in-law actually turned his face with himself for a famous trick. Grabbed his beard with his hand and wanted to have a seizure, but looking at Fan Jin's demeanor as if he was about to eat people, he didn't make any sound, and only grabbed a few beards. Fan Jin pushed his hand towards his shoulder, and with a slight force, he pushed Wang Xudeng to his feet, and then beckoned Ma Xianglan to say:

"Wang Xuedeng, you stay here, and when the ink is dry, pack up your things and leave. Xianglan, come with me, let's go outside. ”

Wang Xudeng looked at Ma Xianglan, and raised his hand subconsciously, wanting to greet her, but saw Ma Xianglan stop Fan Jin, "Retreat, wait a minute, I have something for Mr. Wang, we won't be too late to leave." ”

She left the room briskly, and returned a short time later, holding a folded garment with a jewelry case on it. Ma Xianglan put the things on the table, "Mr. Wang is right, the old things should be thrown away, there is no need to care." These things are old, so please let Mr. Wang lose them for me. Thinking back is that temper, don't mind Mr. Wang, his words are like that, open the door to do business, how can there be a reason not to allow people to come to the door. Mr. Wang wanted to come to Youlanju for dinner, and Siniang welcomed him with both hands, just remember...... Checkout! ”

"Gone. A money-greedy woman does anyone's business. Fan Jin greeted Ma Xianglan, who smiled and grabbed Fan Jin's arm, resting his head on his shoulder, "How can anyone who opens a store have a reason to pick customers, this is what you taught me." Anyway, he looks like this, and it is unlikely that he can afford to eat our banquet, just a word of favor, and he will be jealous. It's really ......."

The unabashed affection and words, accompanied by the ringing footbells, were like sharp blades, poking Wang Xuedeng's heart into a thousand holes. Looking at the old jacket and skirt returned by Ma Xianglan and those jewelry, the past love scenes emerged one by one, and the perseverance of more than ten years and the help to himself are vivid. Until I lost it, I didn't know how to cherish it, but this love is like flowing water, and I will never look back.