Lucky Farmer Girl: I rely on metaphysics to support my family

Upon hearing that Tang Wan had arrived, Young Master Zhao hurriedly came out to greet her, bowing respectfully and asking, "Master, is there something important to discuss?"

He guessed it must be something very important, otherwise the master probably wouldn't have come at this time.

"I have some matters to attend to, and I happened to have some free time at this time, so I came to visit. Please forgive any rudeness," Tang Wan said calmly.

Upon hearing this, Young Master Zhao quickly replied, "Master, you're too kind. Please come in if you need anything. I've already sent someone to inform my father!"

Young Master Zhao led Tang Wan to the flower hall. When Master Zhao heard that Tang Wan had come to visit, he sat down and instructed the servants to prepare tea.

After exchanging pleasantries and taking their seats, Tang Wan got straight to the point: "Master Zhao, Fourth Young Master, I have come today to tell you something. Recently, my family received an imperial edict that requires us to return to the capital. We will be leaving the northern desert soon."

Upon hearing this, both the Zhao father and son showed some surprise, clearly unaware of the news.

However, Master Zhao then stroked his beard and said with a beaming smile, "I see, this is a joyous occasion! Congratulations, Master!"

Young Master Zhao also smiled and clasped his hands in greeting.

The Zhao family initially did not know the master's background and did not dare to inquire too much.

I found out about it when I started the canned food business a while ago and was working with the manager in charge of the master's business.

Upon inquiring, they discovered that the person in question was an official exiled to the northern desert.

Although they didn't know the details, they had never seen an exiled person so carefree. The Zhao family would never dare to look down on them just because they were exiled, especially with a great master standing there. They dared not think too much or inquire too much.

I never expected that I would be back in Beijing so easily.

It is extremely rare for someone to be exiled for such a short time and then be able to return to Beijing.

Looking at the person in front of me, it seems like nothing is impossible.

Upon hearing this, Tang Wan nodded slightly and said, "Thank you."

Then, changing the subject, Tang Wan brought up the main point of her visit: "I'm here today for two reasons. First, to inform you of this matter, and second, for the sake of our two businesses. The cannery business can continue to operate as usual even if we leave, and we can continue our cooperation as long as we share the profits according to the contract."

Master Zhao nodded: "Of course, the Zhao family will certainly manage it with care."

Even setting aside the fact that the master is a benefactor of the Zhao family, this canned food business is currently a unique business with considerable profits, so naturally he will manage it with care.

Moreover, the reason why the master's family was able to return to the capital from exile in such a short time is unknown. But if he is reinstated or even demoted but retained, he will still be a powerful figure that his family could not have climbed up to before. Now that there is such a good opportunity, how could they not take it seriously?

Tang Wan paused briefly, then said solemnly, "The most important thing today is about grain. If I'm not mistaken, we're still short 500,000 jin of grain from the last loan, right?"

The Zhao father and son also became serious.

Grandpa Zhao nodded slightly and said, "That's right, it was supposed to be paid off next month."

Tang Wan looked at Old Master Zhao and said frankly, "Yes, but we will be leaving Mobei soon. I will do my best to gather the remaining 500,000 catties of grain before we leave. If there is a shortage at that time, I will make up the difference by converting the shortfall into silver at the market price. I will never let the Zhao family suffer a loss."

After listening, Master Zhao exchanged a glance with Fourth Young Master Zhao. This matter did not cause them any loss, especially since they had benefited from the matter of military rations.

Then, Master Zhao laughed heartily and said, "Master, you flatter me! Our Zhao family trusts you in handling matters! Please go ahead and do your work. As for the grain, you can handle it at your convenience. If you need to make up the difference with money, just give me the price of the old grain."

After all, the grain that the master had returned before was of the highest quality, while the grain he borrowed was partly old grain and partly new grain, but the quality of the grain was far inferior to that that the master had returned.

It would be somewhat inappropriate to use silver to make up for the cost of new grain and then have people use it.

Moreover, maintaining a good relationship with the master is far more beneficial than harmful to the Zhao family.

Young Master Zhao echoed, "Yes, Master, you have helped our Zhao family so much, we naturally understand this small matter."

Tang Wan didn't refuse their kindness when she heard what the Zhao father and son said. Of course, she didn't necessarily want to repay them with money, but she was still happy to see that the Zhao family was so understanding. So she smiled and said, "Thank you for your understanding, Master Zhao and Fourth Young Master."

In fact, Tang Wan originally planned to cooperate with the Zhao family to develop the grain business in the northern desert and surrounding areas, but now that the whole family is returning to the capital, this business is no longer feasible.

The target would be too large, and transportation would be quite troublesome. If someone with ulterior motives were to investigate the source of the grain at that time, it would be somewhat unreasonable.

After thinking about it, Tang Wan decided against it and didn't bring it up again.

When she initially suggested that the Zhao family expand their business outside, she did so under the guise of a long-term partnership with them.

Now that it seems impossible to do this, Tang Wan didn't bring it up again.

Originally, we didn't mention it to the Zhao family. At the time, we only provided them with some improved seeds and didn't discuss any subsequent cooperation.

Therefore, there is no need to discuss this issue now.

However, having a certain degree of respect for the Zhao family, Tang Wan hesitated for a moment before speaking, "Actually, I have another idea. I wonder if Master Zhao would like to hear it?"

Upon hearing Tang Wan's words, Master Zhao quickly sat up straight and said earnestly, "I would like to hear the details!"

Tang Wan spoke slowly and deliberately: "Actually, Master Zhao could consider expanding the sales scope of canned goods. If I remember correctly, Master Zhao said that he would open grain shops in other surrounding cities next year?"

Master Zhao nodded slightly and said, "Master has a good memory. My Zhao family bought some farmland and estates in other places at the beginning of spring. The seeds were provided by you, Master. They were all top-quality seeds. We were planning to see how this year's yield would go and make some arrangements with the local government so we could open some shops in other places next year."

Tang Wan said calmly, "My suggestion is to open the shop as soon as possible. I'm sure Master Zhao has a good idea of ​​this year's grain output, so the shop should be able to open sooner. Once the shop is open, we can start selling canned goods earlier, which will provide an additional source of income for the shop, which should be a good thing."

I don't know what the Zhao family was thinking. If it were me, I would have opened all the shops as soon as I made my harvest this year.

After a moment's hesitation, Master Zhao said, "This autumn's harvest is quite good, but I was thinking of finding a powerful backer, so I had my eldest son manage things outside. It's fine to start now, but it's a bit rushed."

Tang Wan understood that she couldn't make any promises in this regard, but she still asked, "Where did the Zhao family acquire land later?"

"I bought some more around Mobei, and some more in Fuxin. My eldest son is in Fuxin now," Master Zhao replied in detail, with a hint of anticipation in his heart.

Tang Wan initially felt she couldn't make any promises in this regard, but upon hearing about Fuxin, she suddenly thought of someone. (End of Chapter)