Ma'am help, the general is in trouble again

Chapter 221 The business district is poisonous enough
"Okay, we will probably spend a long time together and work together in the future. Let's catch up on old times and let's talk about business."

Zheng Quchi was full of confidence. She said to them: "After the workshop has been arranged in the past two days, we will go all out to build the first batch of freight trucks. The current number is called Black Bear. According to my estimate, the initial order will be The next target is to ship [-] vehicles in half a month. Except for the craftsmen who must be retained to repair military camp equipment, everyone else will come to create value."

Fifteen cars in half a month? !Is this, is this a bit too desperate?

Shi Hetong and Mu Gaoyi were both stunned by the "small goal" that their wife had set to achieve.

"Ma'am, are you planning to do something big?"

"Of course, a small fight can't solve the problem of the livelihood of everyone in our Chang Tongpo camp. I know this matter is difficult..." She patted them sincerely and entrusted them with the important task: "But things that are not difficult can If we can't solve the urgent problem, I trust your ability, so I will leave this matter to you."

Zheng Quchi had worked with Mu Gaoyi and Shi Hetong and understood their personalities and ambitions, so she felt comfortable leaving the workshop to them.

Shi Hetong and Mu Gaoyi: "..." Madam, even if she has a different face, once it comes to rushing work, she has a devilish temperament that doesn't care about the life and death of others. That hasn't changed at all.

"Black Bear? Is this a new car designed by you, madam? Then we won't make Panlong?" Shi Hetong asked strangely.

Zheng Quchi explained: "Panlong is not suitable for mass production. As you know, its production process is complicated, so we will first make basic models to open up the market, and then sell such collections and rare models through auctions."

When she said this, they suddenly looked happy and breathed a sigh of relief.

As long as it is not a "Panlong", other ordinary cars have to work overtime and stay up late to ship fifteen cars in half a month. For craftsmen like them who are skilled in craftsmanship, the difficulty is greatly reduced.

Mu Gaoyi wanted to know something clearly. He asked: "Madam, who are you going to sell these fifteen cars to? Or are you going to sell them in a business? If they can't be sold, how will we pay the craftsmen and pay them? How much does it cost to build a car, and how much does it cost to rent this workshop?"

Zheng Quchi also knew that if the craftsmen in the military camp were hired to do other work, they would be paid a subsidy, just like the craftsmen hired from outside.

"I have found a seller a long time ago. As long as the quality of the car passes the standard, I don't have to worry about lack of sales channels...well, I just don't have to worry about not having people to buy the car."

Mu Gaoyi, Shi Hetong and others also believed that the car designed by Madam must be unique. The previous "Panlong" carriage was a living example.

"Since Madam said it, we will definitely handle this matter properly." The two men assured them seriously.

But at this time, Zheng Quchi looked a little embarrassed. She said sheepishly: "But, I don't have money to advance your wages now, but I will definitely make up for it later, so... you still need to lobby for it in the early stage. , stabilize people’s hearts.”

In fact, Mu Gaoyi and Shi Hetong all know a little bit about the current situation in the camp. Now that something happened to the general, and his wife is shouldering the burden alone, you can imagine how difficult it is.

Now she is trying every means to make money in order to support the people in Chang Tong Po Camp. For this alone, they must help Madam.

"No problem, we craftsmen all understand that as long as Madam's business is completed, we will not worry about running out of money in the future." Shi Hetong replied.

Zheng Quchi thought for a while and said: "One more thing, you also know my rules. Before the workshop officially starts work, I will draw up a contract in advance, that is, the contract. Its purpose is to standardize and manage the workshop, so as not to Someone secretly broke the rules, causing heavy losses to the workshop and colluding with enemies and friends."

The two agreed: "We understand."

"But this time it needs to be more formal, including the white deed for renting this place. After they have signed it, I will trouble you both to get the county seal to have it certified by the government's law. , become a red deed, one copy will be kept by me, and the other will be given to them for safekeeping."

This time, car building in the workshop is a long-term operation, so she naturally has to handle things more steadily and seriously. At the same time, her doing so is also a warning to everyone.

Shi Hetong guessed Madam's intention, he nodded heavily and said: "Madam is still careful, then we will do it immediately."

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Zheng Quchi thought this matter could be solved simply like this, but at noon the next day, Mu Gaoyi hurriedly found her: "Madam, things are a little troublesome."

Zheng Quchi frowned: "What happened? What's the trouble?"

Mu Gaoyi quickly told her that it turned out that the change from "white deed" to "red deed" was not free, and related taxes had to be collected.

The so-called "white deed" means that those that have not been registered with the government are called "white deeds", and those that have been registered with the government are called "red deeds."

After the buyer and seller sign a "white deed", it is verified and paid by the government. After the government handles the corresponding procedures, the deed end printed by the official typesetting is affixed to the "white deed".

Zheng Quchi's approach to doing business was based on modern business models and personal speculation. She had never been a businessman before, so when she implemented it, she found that she didn't understand much at all.

Especially since she is planning to join the ancient business circle and knows even less about it.

"How much does it cost?" she asked.

However, Mu Gaoyi shook his head at her: "This is still a small amount of money. Madam, please don't worry. I also inquired about some other things. It turns out that if we want to sell cars in a car workshop, we must first report to the government."

It is not free to register the contract with the government. After the contract is signed, the government will pay the deed tax fee. This is just the beginning of the complicated procedures. Later, the big ones will come one after another.

She originally thought that opening a car workshop in ancient times would not be as troublesome as modern times. She only needed to open a factory, recruit some people, and then sell it out. But she did not expect that she would also need an officially issued trade certificate and apply for one. A series of procedures include applying for a business license, paying taxes, deeds for renting houses, recruiting employees, and applying for business licenses.

... She never imagined that the current dilapidated business district of Ye State could regulate all aspects of charging standards and use all kinds of tax methods. She was really amazed.

She looked blankly: "Is it so troublesome to do a legitimate business now?"

"That's right, they made my head spin. I need to prepare all these things, but I can't remember them all. Those people from the county government asked a few questions, but they just ignored them. I don't know if they were looking at them. You two are asking questions and knowing nothing about business, and are you deliberately making things difficult for us?"

This is a rare thing for Mu Gaoyi, and it is simply more annoying than asking him to design a highly lethal military equipment.

Seeing Mu Gaoyi scratching his head and ears, Zheng Quchi understood that it would be impossible to leave this matter to them.

As the saying goes, lines are separated by mountains, but she realized it now.

None of them have ever been businessmen, and without the guidance and help of professionals, if they want to achieve success in one go, they will open a workshop. Otherwise, they will be "dark under the light" and have to take many detours, which is time-consuming, or they will just use money. Buy lessons, spend money.

"If that's the case, then don't go. You don't understand this. It's a waste of time to go back and forth."

If these people continue to delay, I'm afraid these procedures won't be completed for half a month.

"Yes, but we have never done any business, so this matter is really difficult to handle." Mu Gaoyi sighed.

Zheng Quchi asked: "Where is Brother Wei?" "Guard Wei Jin has gone to handle military affairs. I saw him riding out of the camp early in the morning. Madam, are you looking for him?"

Zheng Quchi knew that after Yu Wensheng disappeared, not only did she have to show up to take on some things, not to mention Wang Zebang and Wei Yao, they were often too busy to touch the ground.

"No need...I'll figure out a solution for this car workshop issue myself."

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In the evening, Zheng Quchi carried some things and went to the suburbs to visit Uncle Mu.

She sat in front of the grave, laid out the things to be worshiped one by one, and burned paper money for him, so that he would have money to spend down there, unlike her who often worried about money.

"Uncle Mu, I'm here to see you again. The reason I'm here this time is to tell you that I have won the top spot in the Jichun Craftsmen's Guild. You will definitely feel happy after hearing this. I'll help us grow the slope camp. And the craftsmen of Ye State are all competing for glory."

"For this, we have to drink."

She poured him a glass of wine and sprinkled it beside the grave. Then she poured herself another glass and drank it in one gulp.

Hiss~ This wine is strong and harsh on the nose.

"Ahem... Although you can't see it, I believe you must have heard it."

"Did you really get the top spot in the Jichun Craftsmen Guild?!" A cold and urgent voice suddenly sounded from behind.

Zheng Quchi subconsciously turned his head and saw Mei Ruoling, whom he hadn't seen for a long time. She stepped forward, squatted down and grabbed Zheng Quchi's shoulders excitedly: "Is what you just said true?"

She nodded: "This kind of thing can be known to be true or false as soon as you check it. How can I lie to you? I am the Ah Qing of Ye Country."

Hearing this, Mei Ruoling looked at her blankly: "Old Mu did not misjudge the person. You really, really did it. You didn't enter the preliminary round, but you won the top prize."

Zheng Quchi put down his cup and told her: "Aunt Mei, I also met the disciple from Zuomo of Nanchen State that you mentioned."

Mei Ruoling came back to her senses immediately and said coldly: "Zuo Mo's disciple? Oh, a despicable and shameless person like him can have a disciple? I'm afraid his disciple is the same kind of person as him."

Birds of a feather flock together, an everlasting truth.

Zheng Quchi agreed with this: "Yes, he is also a contestant in the Jichun Craftsmen's Guild this time, but he was defeated by me. I'm afraid the hatred between me and him has been settled."

"Zheng Quchi..." Mei Ruoling patted her shoulder gently and tried to force out an encouraging smile: "Well done, Lao Mu saw you right."

Zheng Quchi also smiled back and asked, "Aunt Mei, do you often come to Uncle Mu's tomb?"

When Mei Ruoling heard this, her eyes couldn't help but flicker, and then she said: "I did come here often before, but it's a coincidence that I always run into you."

"Yeah, I'm a little worried, but no one said it, so I thought of coming over to talk to Uncle Mu. The main thing is to tell him what happened at the Jichun Craftsmen's Guild this time and make him happy."

Her brows were uncomfortable, and her usually bright and starry eyes were now a little gloomy and downcast. Mei Ruoling glanced at Muke's tombstone for a moment, then turned to look at Muke's tombstone. Her emotions had always been reserved and restrained: "I believe that he He will definitely be happy knowing what you have done for him.”

"Although your Uncle Mu is gone, your Aunt Mei is still here. If you have any troubles, why not tell me." Mei Ruoling said.

Zheng Quchi knew that Mei Ruoling had a cold temperament and had never been a warm-hearted person. He said this now because of Uncle Mu's relationship.

As the saying goes, love the house and the bird.

She sat in front of the grave, expressionless, and said in a low voice: "I used to feel that Yu Wensheng's existence was my shackles, but now that he is gone, I don't have any feeling of regaining my freedom..."

"Your freedom was destroyed by yourself, so you shouldn't care about their troublesome things." Mei Ruoling hit the nail on the head.

Zheng Quchi looked at her wistfully: "Aunt Mei, when you live in this world, you don't want to be rich and noble, but you want to have peace of mind. I owe him a life now. I can't act like a person who has nothing to do. If you don’t do anything, you don’t care about anything.”

When Mei Ruoling heard this, she immediately laughed strangely and said, "I'm surprised. Yu Wensheng is such an evil and cold-blooded person. Why did he marry such a conscientious wife like you? There is a grudge. You must retaliate, and you must repay kindness. With your temperament, it’s no wonder that you always attract the likes of some people with serious temperaments.”

Zheng Quchi always felt like she was exaggerating, so she asked, "Does Aunt Mei like me too?"

Mei Ruoling hesitated for a moment, then said impatiently: "I wasn't happy before, but now I'm just happy with it. Tell me, what else is difficult for you?"

Otherwise, Mei Ruoling's eyes were vicious, and when she saw that she still had a bitter look on her face after telling her story about Yu Wensheng, she would have known that something was wrong with her.

Zheng Quchi rarely met someone who wanted to listen, so he also talked about the difficulties he was currently encountering, but he never thought that Mei Ruoling would look like this after hearing this?
"What did I think it was? This kind of thing is not difficult. I'll find someone for you."

Zheng Quchi opened his eyes wide: "Aunt Mei knows someone who is a businessman?"

"Not only that, your Aunt Mei traveled all over the country in her early years, and knew all kinds of people. Later, she met your Uncle Mu. Although she no longer travels in the world, with your Aunt Mei's medicinal food skills, there is no need to worry about connections. .”

What is there to say?

Just do good deeds and leave the rest to time. Your blessings will be returned to you one day in the future.

Zheng Quchi said in surprise: "Thank you Aunt Mei, I am a little pressed for time here, so please do it as soon as possible."

Mei Ruoling agreed: "Okay, I will bring you there two days from tomorrow."

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This troublesome matter was solved. After returning to the Changxunpo camp, Zheng Quchi began to design the freight truck.

When she was doing all kinds of heavy-duty work, she was particularly annoyed by manual carts. But in any large-scale heavy industry, freight trucks are a must-have, and this model is definitely a best-seller.

But the subsequent launch of cars requires market research. Buying and selling things shows that the relationship between buying and selling is essentially a market exchange behavior, which is caused by the mutual influence and interaction of demand and supply. Both are indispensable.

(End of this chapter)