Ma'am help, the general is in trouble again

Chapter 223 Extreme Pull
"Yes, Qinan recently learned that this time the leader of the Jichun Craftsmen's Union is a very young craftsman from the Ye Kingdom, and he comes from Chang Xunpo Camp in Fu County. He is very admired and excited. This man is not only a craftsman from the Ye Kingdom Winning glory is also bringing glory to the country of Ye. I heard that his dragon-coiled chariot is the only one in the world and the best among all countries. I am heartbroken and yearning for it, and I have always thought that if one day I want to get to know him and have a chat, he will definitely be the one. A beautiful thing in life.”

Seeing that what he said was very exciting and touching, and his unstoppable words of praise were not like he was pretending.

Zheng Quchi asked him: "How do you know that this person is me?"

Her words suddenly dragged Zhang Qinan from the beautiful design back to the harsh reality.

The aloof craftsman "Aqing" he once thought was not only not a tall and strong man, but a delicate woman, she also dared to marry such an appalling "living hell" as Yu Wensheng. It simply overturned all his perceptions and assumptions.

"This..." He unconsciously looked at Mei Ruoling.

At this time, Mei Ruoling interrupted at the right time: "I said it..." She glanced at Zheng Quchi, as if she was worried that she would blame herself for leaking the secret, and quickly explained: "Qinan and I have known each other for several years. Years ago, I know him well, and I think he might be able to help you."

Zhang Qinan saw that Mei Ruoling, who had always been cold and arrogant and disdainful of the powerful, was trembling in front of the general's wife, fearing that she might have said something wrong. She immediately became more convinced that there must be something special about this general's wife.

Not only is her woodcraft talent extraordinary, but her ability to control Buwei cannot be underestimated. In short, the current Zheng Quchi is definitely not a silly person. She should be well versed in black and thick skills.

"General's wife, please listen to Qinan."

He immediately stepped forward, his attitude more humble and serious than when he first entered the account.

Zheng Quchi originally didn't mind the fact that he was "Aqing" being exposed. Anyway, the "Jichun Craftsmen's Guild" did not say that women were not allowed to participate, nor did it say that "general's wives" were not allowed to participate.

In addition, the organizer, Gongshu Jiruo, had known her identity for a long time. She was a talented person and was not afraid of public opinion or confrontation with anyone.

Look, it’s scary. She really just followed Aunt Mei’s advice. She was afraid that someone as simple as herself would not be able to suppress the evil plot of a profiteer, so she wanted to appear “dignified and profound”. Who would have thought that she He was not familiar with the business, and his facial expression management was slightly out of control, turning directly into a "ghoulish face."

But correct it when you know it's wrong. It's not good to offend the God of Wealth. She immediately showed her eight white teeth and said in a kind manner: "If you have anything to say, it's okay, young master. I'm not a scourge, so you don't have to be so nervous."

Zhang Qinan was alerted by her smile again.

Look, it turned out that he turned around faster than turning the page in a book. One second he was frowning and glaring, and the next moment he was smiling, so schizophrenic... Could it be that he has been greatly stimulated by worrying about General Yuwen recently, so he has become so temperamental? People can't figure it out?
Zhang Qinan cautiously took a half step back, lowered his eyes and asked: "Madam, I heard that you are planning to open a carriage workshop in the near future. Do you want to manufacture Panlong carriages in large quantities for sale?"

Zheng Quchi has nothing to hide about this: "Of course there is, but at this stage I think it is more suitable to produce another type of car."

Zhang Qinan seemed a little surprised when he heard this, but then he frowned and persuaded tactfully: "Another chariot? Madam, listen to Zhang's heartfelt words. We all know that there is Beiyuan's chariot in the north. There are Nanchen's carriages in the south, and Xize's trucks in the west... It's hard to say which country has better cars. After all, the vehicles they produce are used for different purposes and have different focuses. We can come to each other without conflict."

Zheng Quchi nodded repeatedly after hearing this. After he finished speaking, she asked: "So, what do you want to say?"

Zhang Qinan's heart trembled when he saw that although the general's wife was small, the way she looked at people with a smile was really like Yu Wensheng's, with a knife hidden in her smile.

But after weighing it, he still chose to remonstrate bluntly: "Madam, in the past few decades in our country of Ye, only one Panlong carriage stood out from the others with its unique appearance and design, and won the title of leader of the Beiyuan Kingdom. I agree, if Madam just wants to make the same vehicles as other countries in Ye country, Qinan will probably be wiped out by the public."

He made it very clear. Nowadays, others only recognize the "Coiling Dragon" carriage. If she abandons such a good gimmick and goes to build some ordinary vehicle, it will be a waste of time and energy and will not be thanked.

But after saying that, he still looked at Zheng Quchi with some uneasiness, worried that she would become angry because of his straightforward words.

However, Zheng Quchi just continued to laugh.

There is a quiet spring in her eyes, which seems to be clear and bright, but is dark green and bottomless.

"You said that the Panlong Carriage is unique, but all its special features were created by me. How do you know that I only have this kind of vehicle?"

Zhang Qinan was stunned when he heard this.

It's not just this kind... a double-decker carriage with four shafts such as the "Panlong", for them, has simply exceeded their knowledge and vision, but in her hands, it is not the most special. Of?

Mei Ruoling also looked at her in surprise.

Although she was not a craftsman and did not understand how difficult it was to design and create a "Pailing Dragon" carriage, she knew it would not be a simple matter just from hearing about it.

Otherwise, her old man Mu thought hard every day and dreamed of making an earth-shattering novelty object, but if it didn't work, it just wouldn't work, no matter how hard he tried, it still wouldn't work.

Zheng Quchi turned around and walked to the desk, took out the first draft of the "Black Bear" he designed from the manuscript, then turned around and walked to Zhang Qinan and handed it to him.

"Take a look," she said.

Zhang Qinan reached out to take it in confusion, then spread out the manuscript paper and took a look...

He opened his eyes wide. This was the first time in his life that he saw such a design with such a strong composition that struck the eyeballs intuitively.

At first glance, he was only attracted by the lifelike 3D charcoal ink painting on it. After a wave of surprise, he realized that it was a car model.

He endured his excitement, carefully copied, explored, understood and experienced it bit by bit with his eyes, and finally understood it suddenly.

"Is this a new car designed by Madam?" His voice suddenly rose two degrees.

Zheng Quchi nodded: "Yes, Zhang Shaodong's family has traveled all over the world over the years, and I'm afraid they have seen a lot of good things. What do you think of my new car?"

how is it?

How could he, a layman, use rough and plain language to evaluate the general's wife's new work?

"I don't dare, but Qinan boldly asked, can the components marked on this drawing and the detailed text be realized?" Zhang Qinan said in a trembling voice.

Zheng Quchi laughed: "Of course, if it can't be realized, won't my car be useless?"

After Zhang Qinan fell into a startled thought for a moment, he slowly regained his composure and asked carefully: "Excuse me, madam, how much does it cost to build a car like this?"

He is indeed a businessman. Others only care about overcoming technical problems. As long as he is sure that she can build it, he starts to care about the cost.

But she had just designed it, and had not yet appraised the price. Of course, her estimate would definitely not be accurate, because her understanding of market materials could be said to be...completely unknown.

She used to create things, go to the mountains to cut down the big ones herself, and buy some small items for the rest, or buy them from the public for nothing... But now she has to build a factory and produce cars in large quantities, and she will definitely not be able to do what she did before.

"Well..." Zheng Quchi looked at Aunt Mei with small eyes, but she saw her eyes narrowed, and then glanced in the direction of Zhang Qinan. Zheng Quchi immediately understood, and she said: "We are still making preparations. , it has not yet been determined who will be responsible for this..." Zhang Qinan was immediately overjoyed: "So, Madam, you haven't hired a bookkeeper yet?"

Zheng Quchi thought to herself that not only did she not have a bookkeeper, she didn't even have anyone who knew how to run errands and apply for certificates. She only had a group of hard-working people under her command, and she was in dire need of slick old men.

But she couldn't reveal her embarrassment and could only say irony: "This matter is not urgent."

No, she was anxious, but she didn't say it.

"If Madam can trust Qinan, why not let Qinan recommend a bookkeeper." Zhang Qinan said enthusiastically with a smile on his face.

Zheng Quchi was dumbfounded.

Hey, isn't he coming?
Zheng Quchi suddenly felt a little ashamed of his "wishful thinking". What was she thinking? The young master of the Zhang family was so dignified, and she actually thought that he could come to work as her accountant. It was obviously rare for him to recommend a talented person nowadays.

"You came to me today just to introduce me to a bookkeeper?"

Zhang Qinan was a little caught off guard by her question, but he had a good psychological quality and quickly sorted out what he wanted to say, and said solemnly: "Of course not, Qinan actually wants to cooperate with Madam."

Cooperation?

Zheng Quchi probably guessed the purpose of his trip. She said bluntly: "I already have someone to cooperate with."

However, Zhang Qinan was not discouraged. He asked calmly: "I wonder which country they are from?"

He was sure that it would definitely not be from Ye State, because even if he was quick, there was no way anyone would receive the news faster than him and get there first.

Except for the invited merchants she met at the "Jichun Craftsmen's Guild".

The people of Ye State have always been unpopular, and very few people are invited. Even if there are one or two, they will definitely be rejected by wealthy merchants from other countries in the preliminary round of voting for "spring coins".

"Why do you ask?"

Stealing business?That's completely unnecessary, she's signed the contract.

"Madam." Zhang Qinan didn't say anything else to her, but said seriously: "Would you rather sell these cars to people from other countries than sell these good cars to our people in Ye country?"

Of course Zheng Quchi would not think this way: "Of course not. I will provide it to the people of Ye State first, and then expand external business."

"As for the domestic business, how does Madam plan to sell these cars?" Zhang Qinan asked, and then offered her several options: "Should it be hawking, touting, or should we slowly build up a reputation and then sell them to small groups who come to bid for the price?" A merchant who buys and sells?”

This question...is well asked.

But she couldn't answer now.

To be honest, she hasn't thought about this yet. Her starting point for starting this business is to first solve the problem of food and clothing for everyone in their camp, and then work hard to save money. She will then consider these things when she has savings.

But this time Zhang Qinan came to her and made her understand that she seemed to have underestimated her intention to open a car factory this time.

If all kinds of people come to look for her in the future, there will be opportunities but they will also be accompanied by all kinds of troubles.

She seemed to understand what Zhang Qinan meant by what she said.

She looked at Zhang Qinan. Aunt Mei said that the Zhang family was the most successful merchant in the south of Ye State. If he was responsible for all her business negotiations in Ye State, it would indeed be a lot easier for her, and it would just make up for her Gaps in business.

The things in her heart had been straightened out, but she didn't intend to speak first. She pretended to be confused and said, "What do you think is best for the young master?"

Now that Zhang Qinan has said this, he no longer talks in circles: "Zhang will sell the goods for Madam. Zhang is willing not to charge any money. She only needs all the cars owned by Madam to go through Zhangjia Trading Company, and the firm will do it for you." Sell.”

After Zheng Quchi listened, he quickly thought of a word. Is this called monopoly?

But he didn't charge any agency fees or handling fees, and all the money was earned by her, so what would he earn after working for a long time... Wait, she seemed to understand.

He combined her workshop with his Zhang family, she wanted to make money, but what he earned was far more expensive than money - fame.

For example, if a newly opened store hires a celebrity to endorse it, it does not have to make money from the celebrity himself, because it can build the reputation of its store through the celebrity's popularity. Once it becomes famous, it will not worry about the future. No business.

It's the same now. He saw the potential of the "Panlong" carriage and the "Black Bear" car and believed that they would explode in the future, so he invested in them in advance.

When her cars sell like hotcakes, Zhang's reputation will also grow, especially since she has cooperated with several other businessmen to open up the car market in the four countries. Zhang will follow these four lines, Didn’t it also expand sales?
By then, everyone will know about the Zhang family. If someone wants to buy something, will they first think of Zhang’s shop?

This is to build brand awareness, generate brand memory, and let the general public recognize, recognize and identify them as Zhang.

Zheng Quchi finally heard Zhang Qinan's wishful thinking.

However, this was a win-win deal. Even though she knew what his intentions were, she never thought of rejecting it.

She is short of money and people, but he is in need of everything at the moment. However, Zhang has only found a place in the country of Ye. If he wants to move to a higher level, he must have a major opportunity to meet him. luck.

She didn't have to take the initiative to reach out to him, because she knew that he would not let go.

"I still need to give serious consideration to Zhang Shaodong's family. You can go back today."

Unexpectedly, the general's wife actually shied away.

Zhang Qinan's originally confident expression suddenly froze.

He was sure that the general's wife would definitely agree to it after hearing his conditions. After all, he didn't want a penny and was promoting and selling their car shop for free. What else could she be dissatisfied with?

　Zhang Qinan: Although the general's wife looks sick and is not easy to talk to, no one can scheme against me in business!
　　Zheng Quchi: Although I don’t understand anything, my mind works very fast. Let’s see who plotted against whom in the end.

　　
　
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