Civil servants of the Tang Dynasty

It's really a relief. God knows how they survived this big scene during the days when Tang Cheng was gone.

When Tang Cheng was on the road just now, he had already heard a brief introduction of the situation from Yang Jiao, so he didn't tell Jia Xu more at this time. God, and then I went to the state government to ask for food. I haven’t seen Brother Li for a few days and you are leaving? Why, this official and the Longmen county government are so untrustworthy? Don’t you want this terrace?”.

Hearing this, Li Nong's old face in the crowd turned red with embarrassment. Thinking about how the county lord had treated him before, this simple old farmer really wished that there would be a crack under his feet for him to slip in immediately, "Tang ...Master Tang...I'm confused...I..." I hesitated for a while, but Li Nong, who was blushing, couldn't speak any more, and the farmers around him who Tang Cheng saw also bowed their heads.

Tang Cheng didn't wait for him to say anything, and immediately turned sideways and said loudly: "Mrs. Ling, from today on, everyone's rations will be reduced by [-]%. You change it back."

Hearing this, Zheng Lingyi responded crisply: "Yes".

"Well", after nodding his head, Tang Cheng looked further away, and he naturally noticed the sparse Xiren ox carts. Compared with before he left a few days ago, the number of Xi Ren ox carts now is afraid Not even a fifth of what it was back then.

"Old slippery head", after cursing bitterly, Tang Cheng raised his whip in his hand and gestured twice, and not far from Li Nong and others, the Xi Ren who was stopping to watch him put down his nose rope and came over.

Tang Cheng didn't dismount either, and when the Xi people approached, he said with a cold face: "Take a message back to your patriarch, the envoy of Guizhou has changed, but the Longmen county government is still surnamed Tang, and within four days, you will be arrested." If Shitou’s oxcarts can’t recover to the number of days ago, Patriarch Tuye can’t blame this official for not keeping his word.”

Seeing Xi Ren back away, Tang Cheng turned around and said in a deep voice, "Why, haven't you rested enough these days?".

"Come with me, work up the hill!" After Li Nong shouted in the crowd, he turned around and walked up the hill before waiting for others.

With him in the lead, the farmers who were stunned for a moment turned around and ran up the hillside. What happened in this small circle spread quickly, and soon, the farmers who were originally scattered in the valley and had no intention of working were followed by someone. Like being whipped, the crowd rolled towards the hillsides on all sides again.

Seeing this scene, Jia Xu, who had just breathed heavily, turned around and exchanged glances with Yang Jiao. When they met, both of them smiled wryly and shook their heads. All their nice words before could not appease the farmers. Well, Mr. Xianzun, not only did he not have a pleasant word of comfort, but he even went up with thorns and punishments. However, these farmers who were noisy just now really rushed up the slope. It's incomparable!If a parent officer can reach this point, there is really nothing to say.

After Li Nong and the others turned around and left, Tang Cheng also urged his horseshoes to patrol forward. Today is no different from the previous ones. He must let the farmers on all sides of the hillside see him clearly. This is the only way to calm people's hearts. best means.

Seeing this, Yang Jiao urged his horse to follow, and while riding side by side, he said: "Mingfu, Ashi Dezhi came here a few days ago, but he only stayed at Longmen Inn for two days before leaving. No matter what we say here, we don’t want to stay any longer.”

"Leaving?" Tang Cheng smiled nonchalantly when he heard the news, "Let's go, sir, don't worry about it. Hmph, now and then, there will be times when he comes back and begs us!".

Chapter 256 Right and Wrong in Yamen

Previously, with the arrival of the state government investigation team and the departure of Tang Cheng, Longmen County was shrouded in an atmosphere of black clouds overwhelming the city from top to bottom, and everyone was panic-stricken when doing things. In the fall, rumors were raging all over the place for a while, and everyone didn't care about anything.

But all the panic and chaos quickly calmed down after Tang Cheng returned to the Yamen, he didn't even have a word of comfort, he just said a few things about the errand with a straight face, and he made people feel at ease, everyone Everyone knew their duties and performed their duties. After only one day, the situation of all parties quickly stabilized, and everything returned to the state before leaving.

It was through this incident, and through the stark contrast of the state before and after this period, that Tang Cheng's status and influence as the magistrate of a county were highlighted in an almost magnified way, from the county government to the county seat, and then to Donggu The villagers in the village all clearly felt the fact that the current Longmen County cannot do without Tang Xianzun, otherwise, nothing can be done.

A dragon gate, a county government, a county magistrate, and a voice.After so many things, the goal that Tang Cheng set when he took over as county magistrate is becoming a reality.

"No, these people must be dismissed from the county government." In the office, Tang Cheng pointed to the list on the desk in front of him and said firmly.

This list was drawn up by Jia Xu in charge of the investigation. Hearing Tang Cheng's voice, there was no room for change, and his expression changed, "The situation was special at that time, and they all believed the news spread by the subordinates and others. I thought that my lord was seriously ill. After all, it was the people from the state government that called them over to question them. To be honest, it is not their fault. Besides, there are so many and complicated things in the county government. When employing people, I really want to fire all these people, and there will inevitably be a lack of people available for a while," Jia Xu said while constantly winking at Yang Jiao who was sitting next to him, hoping that he could help him out with a few words.

The names listed on this list are all officials or clerks in the county government. When the state government came down to investigate a few days ago, these people said something that was not conducive to the Longmen county government. What they were discussing at this time was dealing with these people.

Many of these people are Jia Xu's subordinates, fellow villagers in the big hometown, and they usually see each other without looking up, and besides, they were hard-working and able to be used for their errands a few days ago, so Jia Xu deliberately took them Save it, after all, this expulsion is a matter of ruining a person's life's job, and judging from the current situation in the city, if these people are really expelled, they will not only lose their jobs but also be ridiculed.

Although Jia Xu made powerful gestures, Tang Cheng didn't give Yang Pao a chance to speak at all, and he immediately continued, "Almost all the people in the county government office have been questioned by the people from the state government office. Why didn't others say it? These people are stumped and don't know that what they say will be detrimental to the county government? I didn't say that they were wrong, but I will never again Use it, otherwise it will be unfair to the other officers and officials. There is no need to discuss this matter, just do as I say."

Seeing what Jia Xu wanted to say, Tang Cheng's expression darkened after the case was over, "If you are afraid of offending people, just tell them that the decision to expel him was my idea."

Yang Jiao, who was sitting next to him, quietly stretched out his hand to tug at the corner of Jia Xu's back, and shook his head slightly to signal him not to speak any more.

Tang Cheng could clearly see the small movements between the two of them, but he didn't say anything, "Okay, let's deal with this matter like this. Let's discuss the matter of the New Year's Eve. It seems that there are still more than ten days until the New Year's Eve. Yes, there must be a regulation for whether Donggu will have a holiday or not, and how many days there will be."

"What does Mingfu mean?" It was Yang Jiao who spoke.

"It's best not to have a holiday according to my opinion. Since you are doing something, you should focus on doing it well. It's not a big deal if one New Year's Eve is passed." Tang Cheng took a vermilion pen from the pen holder and put it on the list. A big red cross was drawn, and two big blood-red characters Kaige were approved, "Of course, what I think may not be right, just say what Mr. Yang and Jia Lushi have in mind."

"I think what the county magistrate said is inappropriate." Yang Pao surprised Jia Xu when he opened his mouth. He didn't allow himself to speak just now, but now he clearly opposes the opinion of the county magistrate. It is human nature, the people of Donggu have been away from home for a long time, and when they leave the house, only women, children, old and weak are left behind. In addition to homesickness, there is also a layer of worry and concern in it. The New Year is another The biggest festival in the New Year has always been about family reunion. If you don't let them go home at this time, it will seem that the county magistrate and the county government are too unkind. ? Rather than doing this, it is better to let them go back. If your lord is afraid of delaying the progress of Donggu, you might as well shorten the days of annual leave."

"Hmm", Tang Cheng heard the words and didn't know if it was true, looked at Jia Xu and said, "Jia Lushi, what do you think?".

"The subordinates think what Mr. Yang said is true. The tolerance and clerks in the yamen have worked very hard these days. It is time to let them take a good rest at the end of the year. If Donggu doesn't stop, the yamen will naturally let them go. no."

"What the two of you said is reasonable, but it seems that I didn't think carefully. Haste makes waste. I'm too hasty." Tang Cheng nodded and said with a smile: "Forget it, let it go. Dong On the other side of the valley, please trouble me to calculate the amount of food that the families of these households deserve according to the roster of households. It just so happens that the food allocated by the state government this time should arrive, so let these households share their family's food together. You can say hello to Tu Yezhuo when you bring the grain back. Don’t they want to go back with their ox cart? It’s just to help bring the grain. After all, it’s the Chinese New Year, and it’s hard for farmers to work here for such a long time empty-handed. When I go home, the old people and the whole family and children are watching."

"Your Excellency has arranged this well. This is the food they deserve. But if it is distributed now, not only will the county be stable and safe, but the people will also be grateful to your Excellency and the county government. It is a matter of killing two birds with one stone."

"No matter what you say, sir, it sounds like this official is planning to rule the people and win the hearts of the people with what they deserve. Hey, it has to be like this in extraordinary times." The words made all three of them laugh. Tang Chengbian Smiling, he said, "Sir, you should be busy with this matter in the past few days. Ling Yi will take over the daily food distribution and arrangement in Donggu temporarily. As for Jia Lu's affairs, you should also prepare well. Before the holiday, everyone in the yamen will be paid three months' salary. They have worked hard in the past few days, and this time they will have a good year." At this point, Tang Cheng reached out and clicked on the list on the public case, "These people Yefa, meritorious deeds are rewarded, demerits are punished, and merits and demerits must be distinguished.”

"Three months' salary?" Upon hearing Tang Cheng's words, both Yang Pai and Jia Xu were taken aback, this was something unheard of before, "My lord, the imperial court allocated only one month's salary. If it is issued for three months, then the county government will have to figure out a way for the two-month gap; besides, there is no court regulation to follow, if we really want to do this, I'm afraid... ".

"You just let go and do it. If something happens, I will be the one." Tang Cheng smiled and waved his hand, "Okay, now that everyone's errands are clear, let's go to work, and we will have a better life after the busy few days. rest".

After the two came out, Jia Xu turned his head and saw that he was far away from Tang Cheng's office, so he asked Yang Pao in a low voice: "Mr. didn't let me talk just now, why did you object to the county lord's idea in a blink of an eye?".

"Why, haven't you figured it out yet?" Yang Jiao said with a slight smile, "It depends on what's going on? What I object to is irrelevant, but what you're fighting for is something that involves the authority of Tang Mingfu. , how can the two be compared."

There was still time to walk on the road, so Yang Jiaosui spoke clearly, "After the past few days, you still haven't understood that the stability of Longmen County and the advancement of various matters now depend on the authority of Tang Mingfu. Above all, how can the Ming government allow others to harm his authority? Answering the inquiries of the higher-level yamen truthfully, those people are right in principle, but things like this in the yamen cannot be used correctly. It is wrong to measure, but to promote such a great event with such a shallow foundation in Longmen County, unity of purpose is the most important thing, whose heart is this unity?".

"Master Tang?"

"That's right, so anyone in the yamen who doesn't have the same thoughts as Tang Mingfu will do right or wrong. On the contrary, as long as it doesn't involve this, Tang Mingfu still has the capacity for others to say. I want you to stop saying that it's because of this." After finishing speaking, Yang Jiao mentioned Jia Xu again, "Tang Mingfu is a man with a great future. If Jia Xu wants to follow him for a bright future, Don't forget this at any time, otherwise...rewards and punishments are not just lip service to Tang Mingfu."

Jia Xu was startled when he heard the words, he stopped and bowed solemnly to Yang Pai, "I would like to be taught!".

……

What Tang Cheng said in Donggu on the day he returned to the Yamen was really quickly fulfilled. Only five days after he came back, Ash Dezhi, who was determined to leave by Yang Jiao on the day, took the initiative to find the Yamen.

Hearing that he was coming, Tang Cheng stood up from behind the case and bowed his hands to Tu Yezhuo, "Then it's settled, Tuye patriarch, happy cooperation."

"It's easy to say", Tu Yezhuo also had a smile on his face, and when he got up, he stretched out a finger to make a gesture. Tang Cheng smiled and nodded when he saw this.

Tang Cheng has already taken over the trade affairs with Longmen Xi from Niu Zude, and has officially become the only dealer monopolizing all Longmen Xi's production. The price of the goods is increased by [-]%.

Not to mention Min Qian, how can Niu Zude alone be a fuel-efficient lamp? Relying on their strong administrative power before, they have actually lowered the price of Longmen Xi's goods very low. He needed political support and protection from the state government, so he agreed to the price. With such a premise, Tang Cheng had the room to increase the price by [-]%.

On the other hand, that Niu Zude is a fool in business, he is clearly doing a monopoly business with such a low profit, he really might as well just shoot him to death.

After sending Tu Yezhuo outside the official office, Tang Cheng turned around and sat down firmly after the official case, and then said to the handyman in a leisurely manner: "Go, bring Ashi Dezhi in."

When he followed the handyman to Tang Cheng's office, Ash Dezhi felt really uncomfortable, thinking that when he saw Tang Cheng last time, he went everywhere without him personally accompanying him?It's good now, not to mention the escort, everyone has arrived at the gate of the county yamen and he is not there to greet him, so he just sent a handyman to lead the way.

But I still can't express the pain in my heart, so who can I blame?I can only blame myself for being too short-sighted, or the changes in the world are too unexpected. When I came here, I saw the big investigation posture of the Guizhou prefectural government. Everyone thought that Tang Cheng was finished. Not only is Cheng not finished, but Niu Zude, who was chasing people, is finished. Since then, he who insisted on leaving that day has become a villain, and he has to suffer this cold treatment for life.

Seeing Ashide come in, Tang Cheng just bowed his hands slightly, and said in a business-like tone without any greetings, "Why is the leader Ashide here?".

Looking at Tang Cheng's upright official face, Ashdezhi, who spat hard from the bottom of his heart, could only feel bitterness in his mouth. Forcibly squeezed out a bright smile, "The county magistrate and nobleman often forget things, so I came here just for the previous agreement."

"Oh", Tang Cheng pondered for a long time after hearing the words, and then "suddenly" said: "Yes, there is such a thing, why, you have already made up your mind on this matter?".

"Yes, after I left that day, I ran around and contacted a few big businessmen of the same clan, willing to jointly undertake the construction of the market. As for the conditions, I will do as the adults said. As long as the Tang county magistrate nods, the first batch of food will be sold at the latest. It can be shipped within five days."

What Ash Dezhi said was smooth, but Tang Cheng was a little distracted when he heard it. No, the conditions he raised before were not refuted at all. This is not like Jiuxing Shanghu's style of doing things. When things are abnormal, there must be monsters. After thinking about it After thinking about it, Tang Cheng was almost certain that Ashdezhi must have other requirements. The more readily he agreed now, the higher the asking price would be.

Playing with the paperweight carved from Wen Yu, Tang Cheng pondered for a moment before he suddenly smiled and said, "Tell me, what else do you want?" after Ashdezhi finished speaking.

"Your Excellency sees thousands of miles", Ashde Zhizhi smiled and took a deep breath: "I have one more request, that is, I hope that Longmen County can accept my nine surname Hu people to settle here."

Once these words were uttered, Ashi Dezhi's eyes were fixed on Tang Cheng. As Tang Cheng pondered longer, his breathing became heavier and heavier without knowing it...

Chapter 257 Big Business and Little Man

Originally, it was to discuss business with conditions, but Ashi Dezhi suddenly mentioned the settlement issue of Jiu Xinghu. Regarding this condition that Tang Cheng had not prepared for before, after the initial astonishment, it was not Ashi who thought carefully. Whether Dezhi can agree to this request, he thinks more about why this merchant with the surname Hu made such a request.

Tracing back to the source, the most accurate, or most beneficial decision can only be made after thinking through the root problem thoroughly.

After pondering for a long time, Tang Cheng came to an eight-character judgment on the sudden request made by Ashi Dezhi: unexpected, but reasonable.

Unexpectedly, the issue of the settlement of the nine-surname Hu is a purely civil affairs issue, which is not something that merchants such as Ashi Dezhi should worry about; The recognized ethnic identity in the northern land destined them to persevere in their search for a stable settlement.

Because of the request put forward by Ashi Dezhi, Tang Cheng finally examined the Hu people with nine surnames seriously for the first time. As a result of his examination, he found that this special ethnic group was very similar to the Jews seen in later history books.

"Slaves of God" Jews have been continuously used in the complex political, economic and social backgrounds of Europe because of differences in beliefs. For nearly 2000 years, this population has been subjected to discrimination, persecution and killing, only during World War II Up to 600 million Jews were exterminated.Until the end of the First World War in 2000 and their own place of residence, it was difficult for the Jews to live stably in any country or city. They hoped for a stable life without discrimination for 2000 years, and wandered for [-] years.

The only difference between the Hu people with nine surnames and the Jews in the northern part of the Tang Dynasty is that the Jews made themselves "heterogeneous" because of their beliefs, while the Hu people with nine surnames bore the original sin because of their blood. In addition, they were constantly discriminated against It's no different from a life of ups and downs.

Perhaps there is another difference that the Jews rely on religion to connect their ethnic groups scattered in various countries and cities, while the Hu people with nine surnames mainly rely on common means of livelihood.Their identities determine that it is difficult for them to have fixed farmland and pastures. Engaging in merchants has almost become the biggest external feature of this ethnic group, so that they have another title of "Nine Surnames Shanghu".Then in such an ethnic group, the status of big merchants is naturally the highest. If we consider this specific situation, it is normal for Ashtachi to make such a request.

Tang Cheng's silent thinking was the greatest torture for Ashdezhi when he grew up. He was very pleasantly surprised after he made the request just now. After all, Tang Cheng did not immediately change his face when he heard the request like many officials in the past. Rejection, failure to refuse means hope, and how important this hope is to Jiu Xing Hu, and to him, people who are not from Jiu Xing Hu will never truly understand.

Compared with those mature counties in Suoyangguan, Longmen County is very large, which means that there is enough land to accommodate the nine-surnamed Hu; besides, the current Longmen county magistrate is a very powerful person, so strong that he can subdue Longmen Xi, and even the governor of a state can't overthrow him, which means that once the nine-surnamed Hu moves in, he will be able to overcome the possible backlash of public opinion; the last and most important point is that the Longmen county magistrate treats merchants His attitude towards this matter is different from all the officials I have met before. He can take the initiative to contact merchants. He really understands the importance of merchants’ affairs. Or judging from the level of sophistication in negotiations, he is a merchant who has accumulated many years. This is especially important for Hu people with nine surnames who make their living in business.

Based on the above points, Longmen County, where Tang Cheng sits, is the most suitable new goal for the Hu people of the nine surnames to pursue after repeated disappointments. As long as they can achieve this in the middle... Just thinking about this result, Ash Dezhi feels that The blood all over his body was boiling to his face. This would be the biggest business he had ever done in his life. If he succeeded, he would become a hero who saved the crisis, and would be worshiped by many clansmen and even future generations.

Whenever he thinks of this these days, several names recorded in the history books of the Tang Dynasty will pop up in his mind unexpectedly. This kind of realm is worthy of traveling from north to south and working hard for a lifetime. Small businessmen seek wealth, big businessmen seek fame, and profits follow fame. ?

The greater the expectation, the more afraid of disappointment, and the more he desires, the more he cannot afford to lose. This is the case with Ashtachi now, but Tang Cheng, who determines the success or failure of the biggest business in his life, has been silent for too long. It was so long that Ash Dezhi's hands clenched the water, and he was so heartbroken that he was almost out of breath.

After the case, Tang Cheng was still silent, but Ashi Dezhi couldn't bear it any longer, "My lord..." In the quiet office room, this trembling call was so dry, as if a terminally ill person was dying previous ravings.

Tang Cheng, who had been silent all this time, glanced at Ashdezhi's face and finally said, "Team leader Ashde, you have really created a big problem for me." He sighed in embarrassment, and he Standing up, he took the tea pot and poured a cup of tea and handed it over, "Let's have a cup of tea, how many people with the nine surnames Hu live in different places?".

Hearing Tang Cheng's question about this, Ash Dezhi's hand holding the teacup suddenly shook, and the tea in the Qianqian cup suddenly rippled endlessly, just like his mood, "I'm not sure about the details." Let’s count, it’s around 20.”

"Even if Longmen and Rao Le are counted together, the entire Xi people are only more than 20, [-]... This is too much, even if I approve your request, I will not be able to accept your request."

Tang Cheng shook his head and just finished speaking, Ash Dezhi immediately took over and said: "They are all with their families. Maybe 20 people can come here? Don't worry, my lord, it's only four or one at most."

"It's just a good one." Tang Cheng continued to shake his head and said, "According to the number of April 5 that the team leader Ashid said, that is about [-] people, and Longmen County is only such a number now. One more county government came out..."

While speaking, Tang Cheng stood up and took his teacup from the koan, filled it with water and still sat beside Ashi Dezhi, sipping tea and continued: "The resettlement of each family, the compilation of household registration, tax payment, etc. Expropriation, arrangements for local thieves, lawsuits and sentencing, how many more things will happen to these 5 people, and which one is easy?".

After hearing that Tang Cheng began to complain, Ash Dezhi not only did not feel depressed and hurried, but felt ecstatic. As an old businessman who traveled all over the world, he understood better than anyone else that any large business must start with complaints Yes, otherwise how can you raise the price later?

On this matter, the impatient Ashtek really didn't have the patience to make detours, and he was also afraid that the business would collapse in the process of detours. This business was too important to him, so important. I can't afford to collapse.

"Everything is up to you, my lord," Ash Dezhi put down the teacup in his hand, and stared at Tang Cheng with two leopard eyes, "As long as this can be accomplished, my lord will never give up if he has an order."

"You are forcing me, but I still like your straightforwardness." When he said this, Tang Cheng shook his head with a bitter smile on his face, "Forget it, I will give up my whole body to deal with this matter." My son promises to come down! After all, they are all the people of Tian Khan, and I really can't bear the fact that the Hu people with nine surnames can't live in peace. But this is a big matter, and the leader of Ashid's team may not be able to accept it alone."

"This is a major matter involving the whole family. It is naturally difficult for one person to decide, but you can rest assured, my lord. I can speak to the people in charge of this family in various places in the north. I can discuss this matter with them. The county magistrate Tang has Just say it straight up."

"Okay, refreshing." Tang Cheng put down the teacup and stood up from the Hu stool. He paced in the office with his hands behind his back and said, "As long as the number of people is less than [-], the nine surnames Hu who are willing to come to Longmen to settle Renben County has accepted them all, but there is one condition."

"My lord, please speak."

"Impoverished households with no permanent property can't be accepted in this county for the time being. Longmen is barren and poor. I can't blame this official for being cruel. In addition, those who come to Longmen are not allowed to have land transactions with the original people of Longmen within five years. If they really want it, they can do so." Going to the front of the east courtyard, Sitian Cao Shen bought the hillside to build terraced fields, and the county government draws one out of ten, which is treated the same as the people of the Tang Dynasty. All of the above are counted on the basis of headcount, and this point is also about five years. After five years, the three taxes of Zuyong will be the same as those of the common people in Longmen. Is there any objection to the three points mentioned by this officer, the leader of Astad? ?”.

Hearing this condition, Ashdezhi was full of bitterness, "My lord has stipulated so much, but I don't know what to give?".

"Through counting the counties and counties of Beidi, which yamen allows more than 5000 Hu people with the nine surnames to live together? But it can be done in Longmen! Moreover, Zhun'er and others in this county can choose their own Lizheng in the settlement, and the county yamen will also recruit the nine surnames. Tolerances and officials from the Hu people are in charge of the affairs of the gathering place. All in all, what I can give you is a safe environment, without worrying about the environment of discrimination and arbitrary exploitation by the yamen.” At this point, I walked to Ashtek Branch Tang Cheng in front of him deliberately leaned down and stared into his eyes and said in a deep voice: "The most important thing is that I can give you the exclusive right to operate Longmen Xi's goods. From now on, all Longmen Xi and Rao Le Grassland who come via Longmen Xi Nan will produce All were sold by Er et al."

"What?" Ashi Dezhi jumped up from his seat violently, "Your Excellency is serious?".

"Not only that, but I will also give you a piece of gift. For all Hu merchants with the nine surnames who hold the "Guo Suo" issued by the Longmen County Government, their caravans will pass through, whether it is the Suoyang Pass in charge of the Tiancheng Army or the gates of the counties in Hebei Province. , in addition to the regular tax stipulated by the Ministry of Households, I will not let you spend a penny more." After taking a sip of the cold tea on the small table, Tang Cheng smiled slightly and said: "This alone can How much will it save you in the cost of handling the transportation along the way? I don’t need to calculate this account again.”

"Is this really true?" At this moment, except for this Ashi Dezhi, he didn't know what to say.

"There is no lie." At this time, even Tang Cheng, who had cooled down the tea, still drank it with gusto, with a smile on his face, "I have already explained clearly what I can give, as for what you can give... ...Leader Ashide should go back and find someone to discuss as soon as possible, and the Longmen County Government must be satisfied with Erwai's sincerity before continuing to do the following things."

When Ashi Dezhi arrived, he was led in by a young servant, and he felt a little uncomfortable just because of this, but now when Tang Chengqin accompanied him to send him out of the Yamen, he never thought of it.

When Ash Dezhi was in a trance, Tang Cheng was in a relaxed mood. If there were no major accidents, a big problem would be solved today.Before he arrived in Jinyang a few days ago, he had carefully considered the disadvantages of Niu Zude's management method. Among other things, the Niu family caravan was enough to make him sneer.

Perhaps it was due to the limitations of the business philosophy, or Niu Zude was simply narrow-minded and afraid that people would make money from it. In the trade with Longmenxi, from the purchase to the transportation and then to the final shipment, his Niu's caravan was closely guarded. Hold on, so it seems that the final shipment price is high, but he didn't expect how much it would cost to maintain such a huge caravan.

Even in later generations with well-developed means of transportation and transportation, logistics was a huge expense for those large manufacturing companies, let alone the current Tang Dynasty.A caravan covering almost the entire Hebei Road would cost a day just for headcount, not counting the purchase of livestock and other miscellaneous expenses such as fodder, not to mention the benefits that were taken away by people in the process. .

No matter how you calculate it, the cost of feeding this Niu family caravan is more than [-]% of the total profit. This is why Tang Cheng dared to ask Min He for the price that day.

Ever since he took over the business, he never thought about setting up a caravan on his own. It's thankless, and it's shameful that it's so hard to do a monopoly business?Wouldn't it be better for the right hand to sell directly after taking the goods with the left hand and increasing the price?Professional distribution is entrusted to professional people, so that not only can you save worry and money, but the goods can go faster.

The "professionals" Tang Cheng favored were these merchants with nine surnames. The transportation capacity of their caravans, the channels they have, and the associated terminal shippers they have cooperated with for a long time have been accumulated for decades. With such a huge business network, how many goods cannot be sold?Is there any place where the goods cannot go?

Holding monopoly resources and cooperating with the most powerful distributors, no matter in that era, a strong alliance is the kingly way of doing business!

This was originally a transaction that complemented each other's strengths and each took what they needed. Now, thanks to this particular era, the resources that should have been cooperative can be taken out and sold again. Tang Cheng really wants to be unhappy when such a good thing happens. are difficult.

After sending the tranced Ashide to the gate, Tang Cheng stopped in his tracks, "Leader Ashide must not forget about the food matter just mentioned, if the batch of food has not been shipped to Longmen within five days , then it will be difficult to meet the team leader next time.”

"Businessmen rely on trust, and adults can rest assured." As Ashdzhi raised his hand to greet him, his carriage parked not far from the front of the Yamen drove up. The male, this male is about ten years old, although his appearance is crude, he is very flexible. He placed the pedals, delivered the hand stove, and obediently saluted Tang Cheng. Everything was done in a neat and orderly manner, which was really fast and good.

Witnessing all this, Tang Cheng casually asked Ashi Dezhi next to him who was about to bid farewell: "This son is not bad, who is this?".

"Kang Yaluo Mountain is not bad." After hearing the words, Ashi Dezhi looked at the little boy and said with a smile: "This is the son of a sister of mine. His father died early. Now follow me to learn some merchants and trade to make a living." ".

Hearing this name, Tang Cheng felt weird, but also faintly familiar, "Kang Yaluoshan?".

Seeing that Tang Cheng was puzzled, the little Ding Nan who had been praised by him just waited for a while and saw that Ashi Dezhi didn't speak any more, then obediently took a step forward and bowed his waist and said respectfully: "This name is indeed a mouthful, but the little one has something to say. A Tang person's name sounds easier to pronounce."

It has been a while since I came to Longmen, and it was the first time a ten-year-old kid dared to talk to him like this when he was wearing an official robe. Tang Cheng became more and more interested in him for a while, "Then What's your Tang man's name?"

"Following his stepfather's surname is An, and his name is Lushan." The rough-looking little man smiled brightly at Tang Cheng and said, "The younger one is called Anlushan."

"Magistrate Tang..." Ashi Dezhi didn't understand what happened to Tang Cheng, but he lost his mind after hearing An Lushan's self-reported name. He had never seen him like this before when he talked about how big the business was.

"There is only a salary if there is an official, and the salary is like a mountain. It really takes up all the official position and money. What a good name, this is a good name!" Tang Cheng, who turned around, looked at the man who was smiling brightly at him again. After Anlu Mountain, he smiled slightly and said: "Anlu Mountain is not bad, but it suits my eyes. When the team leader Asid comes back next time, don't forget to bring him with him."

Ashi Dezhi laughed: "This is his good fortune, he can't get it even if he asks for it, how dare he refuse to follow his orders?".

As soon as he finished speaking, An Lushan bowed obediently to Tang Cheng again, "Thank you, the county lord."