The legend of the king of crossing

Chapter 314 Liquor Agency

"No." Yuan Ji shook his head and said. "Wen Zhang. At that time, the old man thought that he could know the location of the Biluo Palace by asking a lot of people. At least he could find out the general range. So I didn't ask again. I never thought about it. With the old man and my contacts, it has been more than 20 years. During the time, I have not been able to find out where the Biluo Palace is. No one has even heard of the name Biluo Palace."

I said: "Sir. It seems that this Biluo Palace is as mysterious as your Valley of the Kings."

Yuan Ji smiled and said, "Your Majesty, maybe so."

Wen Zhang asked: "Mr. Yuan. You and Zhang Yun'an have tried it. Who is more powerful?"

"Hehe. We haven't played against each other before."

"Ah. Then how do you know that Zhang Yun'an is highly skilled in martial arts?"

"Wen Zhang. The vast mountain in Fujian is steep. The lonely peak where Zhang Yun'an collects medicine is extremely dangerous. There is almost no slope at all. Even the old man has to be careful on it. Besides, Zhang Yun'an has to collect medicine at the same time. Only With this lightness of hand and concentration, it is not inferior to this old man."

Wen Zhang was proficient in martial arts.Know the difficulty of standing on a cliff for a long time.He nodded and said, "Then what happened later. Is there any news about Zhang Yun'an, Mr. Yuan?"

"Yes." Yuan Ji said. "Later, in the sixth year of Baoyou (1258), the Mongolian Khan ordered the second 'Imperial Debate' between Buddhism and Taoism to be held in Dadu. The Taoist faction was attended by Zhang Zhijing, the chief representative of Quanzhen Sect. Zun. The participants of the Buddhist sect were headed by Master Fuyu and Namo Guoshi. The Tibetan Buddhist master Phagsiba was ordered to judge right from wrong. In the end, Taoism lost to foreign Buddhism due to lack of theory. Buddhists led by Master Fuyu. Taoism is defeated again."

"Again." Wen Zhang asked curiously: "Then who wins and who loses in the first debate. Could it be that Taoism also lost."

"En. It was also the first time that Taoism lost. At that time, the chief representative of Taoism was Zhang Zhijing Zhang Zhenzhen's brother. Li Zhichang Li Zhenren. The chief representative of Buddhism was Master Fuyu." Yuan Ji continued. "It was at the second debate meeting. I heard that Zhang Yun'an appeared."

Wen Zhang thought about it.Asked: "Mr. Yuan, did Master Zhang Yun'an represent Taoism in the debate?"

"Should not be. Otherwise, the Taoist side should not fail again. It is said that after the first debate between Buddhism and Taoism in the third year of Baoyou (1255), the leader of Taoism, Li Zhichang, who was the loser, told his successor Zhang Zhijing before his death. Said. "If my Taoist sect wants to win against Fuyu in the next debate, unless the old master Zhang Yun'an of Baiyun Chan is asked to come out of the mountain. Or the elder brother Yin Zhiping is resurrected." Zhang Zhijing really remembers the words of his elder brother. Knowing whether his elder brother Yin Zhiping is right or not He might be resurrected from the dead. So he pinned all his hopes on Zhang Yunan. He sent his disciples to search everywhere, but they couldn't find it. So in the second debate, Master Zhang Zhijing had to play by himself. Later, for some reason, this Yunan Appeared at the second debate. It just didn’t seem to participate in the debate on Buddhism and Taoism at that time. And the time of appearance was very short. Alas. Since then, there has been no news about him.”

I laughed and said, "These so-called seniors are all indifferent."

Wen Zhang seemed to feel the same way.Zan said: "Your Majesty's words are quite incisive."

I smiled and said nothing.Yuan Ji was still immersed in memories.Said: "I didn't expect to know that Zhang Yun'an has a successor today. By the way, Wen Zhang."

"Mr. Yuan. What is your order?"

"The successor of Zhang Yun'an. That is, what is the name of the boy in black."

When Wenzhang told the story, he always referred to the boy in black: "Mr. Yuan. The boy in black is named Zhang Zichong. What are the characters? Yeah. I forgot."

"Zhang Zichong. His surname is also Zhang. But I don't know if he has anything to do with Zhang Yun'an."

"Mr. Yuan. I haven't asked about this before." Wen Zhang said. "I heard Mr. Yuan tell the story for so long. I forgot to ask His Majesty how to handle this matter."

"Wen Zhang. In the afternoon, I'm going to the Ministry of Commerce to watch the liquor agency auction meeting. How about it. You bring that Zhang Zichong to Shifeng Firm before dinner today. The backyard of Shifeng is very quiet. The place is also big. It's suitable for you to compare martial arts skilled."

Wen Zhang excitedly said, "That's it. Your Majesty agrees that I will compete with him."

I nod.He smiled and said, "En. It's been a long time since I saw the battle of masters."

"Yes, Your Majesty. The minister will take his leave first."

The Ministry of Commerce is the highest authority in charge of the imperial court's commerce and trade industry.Very lively today.Due to adequate preparation in advance.Publicity is in place.A large number of merchants came to participate in the high liquor agency auction.greatly exceeded earlier expectations.

This auction is also the first large-scale cooperation meeting directly with private merchants since the establishment of the Ministry of Commerce.The entire commercial department attaches great importance to it from top to bottom.Liao Yingzhong, the new minister of the Ministry of Commerce, also attended in person.

Liao Yingzhong knew that Shifeng Trading Company held an agency auction last year.It has a great influence in the business circles in Lin'an area.This time it was an auction for the agency rights of high-grade liquor.Liao Yingzhong is also full of confidence.anyway.This new type of distilled liquor is for drinkers.There is nothing wrong with it.And it has been in trial sales in Tonglelou for more than a month.Excellent reputation.

If nothing else.This high-strength liquor will bring extremely generous taxes to the court.There is a big difference between liquor and monosodium glutamate in terms of sales strategies.The monosodium glutamate of Shifeng Commercial Co., Ltd. is based on the principle that people all over the world can enjoy it.So the pricing is moderate.There is no pursuit of profiteering.The profit of distilled liquor is significantly higher.

before this meeting.Liao Yingzhong specifically asked me about the pricing policy of liquor.

"Liao Aiqing. Monosodium glutamate has gradually become the daily necessities of the people in our dynasty. It is like salt. It must be affordable and affordable for every household. Therefore, such items cannot pursue high profits. From the current point of view, highly distilled Liquor is a luxury item. Its user base is relatively wealthy. Naturally, a high-profit price strategy can be adopted. Any item must formulate its sales strategy according to its intended use. In addition to management, In addition to restricting our commercial behavior, we must also guide the behavior of merchants. If necessary, the Ministry of Commerce can even forcibly set the market price of our basic daily necessities. To ensure the basic life of the people. For goods such as luxury goods. Then you can follow the market rules. Let the merchants set their own prices. Even if they maximize their profits as much as possible. In this regard, the tax rate of the imperial court can be set accordingly. Especially when exporting. Don’t make a lot of money. Be soft."

Liao Yingzhong, who was sitting on the rostrum, remembered what I said at that time.Not just a lot of thoughts.

The venue for the auction was the largest meeting room in the Commerce Department.After I put on the mask at Shifeng Trading Company.Came to the scene with Fang Ling, Yuan Ji, and Xiao Tian.There is a row of long tables covered with red cloth in front of the venue.The above is a detailed introduction to the display of liquor and its packaging and the auction of agency rights.A dozen staff members from the Ministry of Commerce are warmly receiving the merchants who came to attend the meeting.Just show the proof of each merchant.You can taste a small glass of white wine for free.Those who are interested can also write down their comments on the liquor in the guestbook.If the recommendations therein are adopted at a later date.There will also be additional rewards.The most striking thing is the packaging on the table.There are about twenty kinds.The material is ceramic.There are glazed ones.There are also wooden ones.Styles vary.They all look exquisite.It looks high-end and elegant.Each business can according to their own vision preferences.Pick three.The three packages with the highest number of votes will be used as the packages for the official sales of liquor.

The four of us came to the meeting in the name of Shifeng Trading Company.I also notified Liao Yingzhong in advance.Shifeng Commercial Bank will not participate in this agency auction.The Tonglelou system across the country will only serve as direct sales points for high-grade liquor.For dine-in only.Will not be sold externally.Although I don't know if Jia Sidao has told Liao Yingzhong that I am the backstage of Shifeng Commercial Bank.But I made it clear to him as early as the end of last year.I drive the Lion Peak.Shifeng will not participate in the auction this time.It is also convenient for the Ministry of Commerce to be fair, just and open.Otherwise, let me say anything.Liao Yingzhong didn't dare not hand over the power of attorney to Shifeng Trading Company.

Most of the merchants who came to participate in the meeting came from Liangzhe Road.Most of them are in Lin'an.There are also a small part from the surrounding Fujian Province, Jiangnan East Road, and Huainan East Road.There are very few merchants in the roads and provinces that are farther away.

certainly.This kind of large-scale scene cannot do without the editors and reporters who are active in Lin'an City.Since this year, the tabloid restrictions have been lifted.Twenty or thirty tabloids popped up in Lin'an City at once.Most of the content reported by these tabloids is people and things related to the lives of ordinary people.Very entertaining.The issue of the ownership of liquor agency rights is a topic that can be chosen by both large and small newspapers.Newspapers can tell a lot of truths.For example, this public event by the government.Breaking the previous behind-the-scenes operations.The tabloids would grab the tidbits of the meeting.to attract attention.

We sit at the back.It is very clear to see the comings and goings of the people at the venue.

"Friends from the business community, the auction for the agency right of distilling high-grade liquor is starting now." Liao Yingzhong said excitedly. "Everyone has read the detailed rules about the auction agency right. Here, I won't go into details one by one. I think everyone has tasted this kind of high-grade liquor. Tell me how you feel. "

"it is good."

"very good."

Yuan Ji whispered in my ear, "My lord, it is very popular in official circles now to say 'official'."

"Well. It should be a good thing."

Liao Yingzhong signaled everyone to be quiet: "My friends, Xiaguan himself is also a good drinker. In all fairness, this wine is indeed delicious. Whether it is color, aroma, or taste, it is the best choice. The birth of Gaogao Baijiu represents our The development of the economy of the dynasty. It represents the improvement of the quality of life of the people of our dynasty. It also represents the sageness of the current emperor and the progress of the government."

"Is this related to liquor? The economy and life can be somewhat related. But do the emperor, the government and liquor have anything to do with it?" I thought to myself.

In addition to claiming to be a subordinate.Invisibly, there is another set of official rhetoric that is popular in officialdom.no matter what.It is necessary to express the meaning of the emperor's sage.As for how it was formed.Even I, the emperor, don't know.It's like the Cultural Revolution period in later generations.say what.do what.Before that, there will be a quotation from a great man.

I only heard Liao Yingzhong continue to say: "This auction will be divided into regions. The first thing to auction is the liquor sales agency in Fujian Province. Before that, I have one more announcement. That is the name of this liquor. "