Space Farming: Traveling through Ancient Times to Do Business

Liu Zhezhen nodded: "Come to my study later."

"Yes, sir!" Zhou Yisheng replied respectfully.

Liu Zhezhen nodded and turned to the other officials: "Everyone, this year's tax payment is very important. I hope everyone can fulfill their duties and ensure the smooth progress of tax collection. At the same time, please also pay attention to the fair and just process of tax collection, and do not engage in any corruption."

Officials have expressed that they will abide by the regulations and do their best to complete the tax collection tasks.

"Okay, today's meeting ends here." Liu Zhezhen said, then turned and walked towards the study.

Zhou Yisheng followed closely behind, knowing that Liu Zhezhen must have something important to tell him when he asked him to go to the study.

He secretly guessed that it might be related to the high grain yield in Yun County, or some arrangements made by the Prince's Party.

In the study, Liu Zhezhen was sitting at the desk, flipping through some documents. When Zhou Yisheng came in, he looked up and motioned for Zhou Yisheng to sit down.

"Yisheng, have you heard about the high yield of grain in Yun County?" Liu Zhezhen asked straight to the point.

Zhou Yisheng nodded: "Yes, sir. I have heard the news and will go to the village under Yun County to investigate personally."

Liu Zhezhen nodded with satisfaction: "Very good. This time when you go to Yun County, you must not only investigate the high-yield grain, but also take the opportunity to understand the people's sentiments and the style of officials in Yun County. If you find any unhealthy practices, report to me in a timely manner."

Zhou Yisheng replied solemnly: "Yes, sir. I will do my best to complete this task."

Liu Zhezhen added: "In addition, you should also pay attention to the fields that have not yet been planted with food. Although our land in Chuanzhou is fertile, it cannot be wasted. You should count the number of these fields and see if you can take some measures to increase food production."

Zhou Yisheng nodded in agreement, and felt admiration for Liu Zhezhen's wisdom and foresight.

"By the way, Miss Jiang mentioned in the letter must be taken care of specially and all her reasonable requests must be met." Liu Zhezhen looked at Zhou Yisheng. His expression was very serious and his tone revealed how much he valued Miss Jiang.

Zhou Yisheng immediately nodded to show that he understood: "Yes, sir. I will remember this request and make sure Miss Jiang gets the best care and support in our Yun County."

Liu Zhezhen nodded with satisfaction and continued, "Miss Jiang is not only the pride of our Yun County, but also the hope of the entire Chuanzhou. Her high-yield grain planting technology is of immeasurable significance to the agricultural development of our Chuanzhou. Therefore, we must fully support her and provide her with all necessary help."

Zhou Yisheng agreed. He knew the importance of Miss Jiang and the responsibility he shouldered. He promised, "Don't worry, sir. I will go to Miss Jiang's village in person, talk to her, understand her specific needs and difficulties, and then develop a detailed support plan."

Liu Zhezhen smiled and nodded, expressing his satisfaction with Zhou Yisheng's arrangement.

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On the other side, in the busy cities of Chuanzhou, the tranquility of the early morning was broken by the voices of a group of little beggars. They shuttled through the streets and alleys of the county and town, shouting loudly: "The Jiang family has new fruits!" The voices of the little beggars were crisp and loud, and soon spread to every corner of Chuanzhou.

Passersby on the street were attracted and gathered together curiously, discussing what new products Jiang’s Fruit Shop had launched.

"Ah? Fruit? What kind of fruit?" a passerby asked curiously.

"Want to know? Just go and take a look and you'll know!" A little beggar blinked and said mischievously, "Anyway, nothing produced by the Jiang family is bad!"

"It sounds new, but I wonder if it's as delicious as the watermelon. I have to go check it out!" A man who was eating plain noodles nearby quickly finished the noodles in his bowl, put down the copper coins, and ran towards the Jiang family fruit shop.

"I'm going too!" Seeing this, the others also put down what they were doing and ran after them. Some people even left impatiently without finishing their noodles.

Many customers had already gathered in front of Jiang's fruit shop. Before the shop opened in the morning, many women and children were already waiting outside.

They were all attracted by the little beggars' words and were full of expectations for the Jiang family's new products.

As soon as the store opened, customers rushed in impatiently.

The store is filled with all kinds of fresh fruits, the most eye-catching of which are the new ones that have just been put on the shelves.

Customers were picking their favorite fruits and tasting their deliciousness.

Jiang’s fruits have always been famous for their excellent quality and delicious taste, and this new product is no exception.

Customers were full of praise for the new products and said they would buy them again next time.

As a result, Jiang's fruit shop was packed with customers and the owner was very busy.

"More goods! Hurry up, there are no more!" The shouts from the fruit area were heard one after another. In less than half an hour after the store was opened, the customer had been called for more goods twice.

At this rate, according to Butler Chen's experience, all the new fruits will probably be sold out by noon.

"Coming!" A waiter walked quickly over with a box of fresh fruits on his shoulders.

He pushed through the crowd and skillfully poured a basket of oranges onto the shelf.

However, before the basket of oranges was completely emptied, the women nearby could not wait to reach out and start picking.

The same lively scene is played out in every bustling city in Sichuan.

Jiang's delicacies and fruits have become the focus of these places. With their excellent quality and taste, they have aroused enthusiastic response among customers and have become popular.

From morning to night, the front of Jiang's shop is always crowded with customers.

Whether it is the fragrant pastries or the fresh and juicy fruits, they are all mouth-watering.

People rushed to buy and taste the delicious food brought by the Jiang family, with smiles of satisfaction and happiness on their faces.

"By the way, third sister, tomorrow is the big day when tax collection begins!" On the way home, Jiang Feng stopped, turned to look at Jiang Xue, and reminded her in a serious tone.

Jiang Xue was slightly startled after hearing this, and then she asked thoughtfully: "So, has everyone's rice been prepared?"

Jiang Feng nodded and replied, "Well, everyone is ready. The rice has been dried and stored properly. We are just waiting for the government to come and collect taxes tomorrow."

Jiang Xue breathed a sigh of relief, but then she thought of a question. She stared at Jiang Feng suspiciously and asked in confusion, "Then why doesn't our family have to pay taxes?"

Jiang Feng smiled slightly and explained patiently: "The reason is that our fourth brother is a scholar! According to the regulations promulgated by the court, if there is a scholar or a higher-level official in the family, they can enjoy the preferential treatment of partial or even full tax exemption. So, our family can save this tax this time."