Take the earth to enshrine the gods

Chapter 30
Dagan businessmen don't know what an industrial chain is, but they play this trick like a thief.

Take the talisman industry as an example.

Tracing the upstream and downstream of the entire industry, it roughly includes the three major links of Miscanthus planting and animal breeding in the early stage, production of talisman paper and ink preparation in the mid-term, and production and sales of talismans in the later stage.

The Great Chamber of Commerce adheres to the principle of not letting go of any profit, and holds all three major links in its hands. It not only builds its own talisman paper and talisman ink workshops, but also has fixed spirit fields to grow Miscanthus grass, and fixed spirit beast breeding farms.

Because behind the chamber of commerce are often big families, and the Lingtian and breeding farms are basically in the hands of the big families, thus forming a perfect closed loop.

A complete set not only feeds a large group of people, but also saves costs.

In contrast, Baoluxuan, which only manages the production and sales of talismans, seems very immature. Not only does it have no cost advantage, but it is also easy to get stuck.

If you don't have a copier, there is no way you can win.

"Recently, when I went to purchase talisman paper and talisman ink, the other party not only refused to give a discount, but also prepared to raise the price. Your Highness, I suspect that the Chamber of Commerce behind them has begun to pay attention to us." The news revealed by Aning really made people unhappy.

Baoluxuan launched a big discount event, although the daily limit is 30 pieces, it quickly occupied more than [-]% of the primary talisman market in Qingqiu Prefecture.

It will be a matter of time to attract the attention of peers.

Qian Yuan asked: "Have you found out the background of that chamber of commerce?"

"Found it, it's the Zhao family in Qingqiu Mansion."

Qian Yuan's eyes narrowed, "Is it the Zhao family where the former county magistrate Zhao Cheng lived?"

So, when Cao Wen agreed to sell the store, was there any Zhao family factor in it?Qian Yuan had no way of judging, but in his heart, his evaluation of Cao Wen went one step further.

It's not easy.

"Yes, the entire Qingqiu mansion's talisman market is basically monopolized by the Zhao Chamber of Commerce. Previously, the talisman stores in Yize County all bought talismans from them."

Qian Yuan nodded.

Generally speaking, county-level talisman stores do not have the ability to make talismans. They buy talismans at a lower price from government-level talisman stores, and then resell them to monks to make a little difference.

It is equivalent to the dealer of the earth.

"What are you going to do?" Qian Yuan asked.

"It's a big deal to go far away and go to the City of Swagger to buy talisman paper and talisman ink." Ah Ning has an idea.

Zhaoyao City is the seat of the government of Zhaoyao County, and it is the most prosperous city in Zhaoyao County. The scale of the market is huge, and a little leak through the fingers is enough to feed the current Baoluxuan.

Qian Yuan nodded in satisfaction, "You're doing the right thing. At this stage, it's not appropriate to go head-to-head with the Zhao Chamber of Commerce." Originally, he was going to suggest that Aning expand the market in the other six counties of Qingqiu Prefecture.

Now it seems that it is better to take it slow.

"Is there any talisman paper or talisman ink workshop in Yize County?" Qianyuan's eyes flickered.

Aning nodded his head, "Yes, unfortunately, it's all in the hands of the Zhang family, and it's out of reach." As he spoke, he sighed, apparently thinking the same thing as Qian Yuan.

The two smiled wryly at each other.

Qian Yuan knocked on the table with his hand, and said leisurely: "The Zhang family, I can't move for now, so let's wait." Since the appearance of cement, Zhang Huairen has become honest all at once.

This man is really a slippery head.

However, the matter that Uncle Zhong proposed before is about to come to fruition, but I don't know if Zhang Huairen, an old fox, can hold his breath until then.

The two chatted for so long, but the matter of lack of money still could not be resolved.

Qian Yuan thought for a while, and said: "Since you are going to the city of Swagger, why not just buy more materials and hurry up to make a batch of talismans. You can get someone to sell them on the black market in Swagger City, and exchange them for emergency spirit stones."

Although the imperial court cracked down on the black market, if there is demand, there must be a market.

The battle between monks is very cruel. There must always be trading channels for some shady "trophies" or prohibited items, and a black market has emerged as the times require.

But you can't go to this kind of place often, if you are targeted, you will be in big trouble.

"we can only do this."

An Ning was talking, but his eyes were looking straight at Qianyuan, making Qianyuan feel very angry.

"Cough, go, I'm going to be busy."

Qian Yuan picked up a dossier and pretended to review it, with embarrassment on his face.

"Then I'm leaving~~~"

Aning stood up with a smile, and left happily.

"Ghostly and clever."

Qianyuan murmured in a low voice, not that he didn't tell Aning about the existence of the copy machine, but that it was really a big deal. If someone knew about it, it might cause some trouble.

Still better.

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Twelfth lunar month twenty, great cold, Yize.

Yingshui enters Zekou.

In less than 20 days, the [-]-mile-long embankment, including the dredging of the Yingshui tributary and the construction of the water gate, were all completed, creating a miracle of construction.

On the shore of Yi Ze, the crowd was surging.

There are hundreds of craftsmen who participated in the construction of the last section of the river embankment, there are officials of all sizes from the county government, and local gentry. Of course, the most honorable one is Qianyuan, the king of Qingqiu.

The altar was placed on the open space again, and the sacrifices were piled up to the brim.

Surrounded by a group of officials, Qianyuan personally lifted a piece of stone and sealed the last small gap in the embankment that had been specially left, announcing the official completion of the water control project.

Crack~~li~~crack~~la~~
With the sound of firecrackers, Qianyuan came to the altar, and under the auspices of Yincao, he read out a simple sacrificial oration, telling the gods that the previous promise had been fulfilled, and the flood control was accomplished.

Just when everyone thought the ceremony was over and were about to leave, suddenly the center of Yize was rippling with huge waves, some waves even set off four or five meters high, there was loud thunder, and the faint cry of sheep could be heard.

"This is?"

The crowd was in shock, and some people subconsciously took half a step back.

According to local chronicles, Yize has existed for tens of thousands of years, and no one knows how deep it is. It is rumored that there is a prehistoric monster sleeping deep in the lake.

While speaking, the huge waves emptied out, and a black fish the size of a house rose up.

The fish looks very strange, it obviously has a fish body, but it has a huge turtle shell on its back, and a pair of giant turtle feet in front.

What's even more strange is that Heiyu carried a black stone tablet on his back.

"It's (bang) fish!"

Uncle Zhong immediately recognized that the cry like a sheep is really special. This is a very rare monster that originated from Yushui near Yingshan Mountain.

Where fish haunt, there must be floods.

Qian Yuan frowned, not knowing what to do, when Cao Wen beside him suddenly said, "His Royal Highness, it is rumored that Yingshui Hebo is accompanied by a big black fish, could it be it?"

"Don't attack anyone, just wait and see." Qian Yuan glanced at Uncle Zhong, who understood.

While speaking, the big black fish had already swam to the shore. The white waves rolled over, and there was a slight shock on its back. The black stone tablet jumped lightly, drew a beautiful arc in the air, and landed firmly on the shore.

The stele is not only bigger, but also heavier. After landing, it is like a sharp sword, easily inserted into the soil, and only half of the top is exposed, separated by a red line.

This alone shocked many people.

Such a precise control of strength might not even be possible for some Wuzong experts.

"Bah~~~"

The big black fish called out to Qianyuan, then ignored the people on the shore, slowly sank into the water and disappeared.

In ancient times, there was a tortoise carrying Luoshu on its back and dedicated it to Dayu for water control. Qianyuan didn't expect that a big black fish that looked like a tortoise but not a tortoise would send him a stone tablet in a blink of an eye.

Everyone stepped forward to take a look, and saw three large characters "Shui Ze Bei" engraved on the stone tablet, and a line of small characters below it, which recorded the process of water control in detail, word by word.

"Heiyu carrying the stele, my lord, this is the manifestation of the river god, and it is the river god who is praising the lord for his achievements in water control. Good luck, a sign of great auspiciousness, congratulations, lord!" Cao Wen was the first to announce the good news to Qian Yuan, his face flushed.

It is no regret to see such a miracle once in a lifetime.

"The river god appears!"

"The river god has appeared!"

With a bang, all the people present knelt down in front of the stele, with extremely devout expressions.

Even Zhang Huairen had to kneel down against his will and sing praises to Qian Yuan, not to mention how awkward he was, in front of miracles, what can mortals do? !

Amid the hustle and bustle, the sky suddenly exploded, followed by a yellow light descending.

(End of this chapter)