Chapter 141

The docks in Qingyang County are more than those in lingjiacun village market. There are many passenger ships, cargo ships, official ships, and merchant ships. They can't see the side. A group of people get off the ship and rush to the city with the crowd. The towering and tall city wall still has some brand-new flavor. It should be rebuilt after the two towns are combined into one county. There are soldiers patrolling on the wall and many soldiers guarding the gate To these, Ling Jingxuan finally a bit through the ancient sense of reality.

"Dad, is that the county seat? Many officers and men, what do they do? "

When they came to a strange place, some steamed buns were unavoidably uncomfortable. When they got off the boat, they held on to Ling Jingxuan's hand. Big Baozi and tie Wanzi also held their father respectively. Everyone had a little fear and curiosity. Ling Jingxuan always looked at the direction of his son's fingers with a smile: "those are the soldiers guarding the city. Don't be afraid, only If we don't do anything illegal, they won't do anything to us

Far from the battlefield, the country is peaceful and the people live and work in peace and contentment. In addition, the magistrate of Hu county is clean and honest. Qingyang County is generally prosperous and simple.

The little bun nodded, and the fear of strange things disappeared. When he entered the city, his vision was suddenly widened. The street was very wide, and several carriages could pass side by side. The shops on both sides of the road were sharp, with red bricks and black tiles. They were clean and agreed. There were all kinds of teahouses, restaurants, pawnshops, and many vendors in front of the shops Although the waiting time is very early and the road has been delayed for so long, it is now daybreak. The hawkers can be heard everywhere on the street, and the flow of people is not comparable to that of Datong town.

"Jingxuan, shall we go directly to the county government or find a place to settle down first?"

Han Fei, who was holding an iron child, ran around two steps to catch up with Yan Shengrui and Ling Jingxuan who was walking in front of him. They were all attracted by the prosperity of the county, let alone the children. If he could, he wanted to take advantage of this opportunity to take his children around the county to have a long insight.

"Let's go to Xinyuan restaurant and open a few rooms. We'll go to the county government later. I'd like to have a look around first and see if I can sell my aunt's handbag."

Once they have a good talk with the county master, they must go to see the amount of land. I'm afraid there will be no chance to sell handbags at that time. Of course, the premise is that they can meet the county master smoothly.

"Well, I'd like to show the kids around, but let's find a inn."

Xinyuan is too big to live in. It's not as good as these farmers.

"Ha ha Well, brother Han, I know what you are worried about. We are an important supplier of Xinyuan. We don't need to spend money to live there. You can go with me. I have everything. Don't be afraid. "

Turn around and throw them a smile. As they speak, they have crossed the street and come to the most prosperous part of the county. The three-story building, which is at least twice as big as Xinyuan restaurant in Datong Town, is located at the junction of several streets. The gorgeous and luxurious architectural style almost attracts the attention of all people from all walks of life. Ling Jingxuan laughs and thinks of it in his mind Zeng Shaoqing, a demon man, really looks like his style. It's just a restaurant in the county. As for the decoration, is it like a five-star restaurant?

The Xinyuan restaurant in this county is bigger and more luxurious than Datong Town, but there is no difference in other aspects. Maybe this kind of specification is also a typical example of this era. A group of people led by Yan Shengrui and Ling Jingxuan entered the restaurant one after another. Although they all wore new clothes specially, except for a few small buns, their clothes were made of silk and brocade, while others were basically made of cotton cloth It's hard to avoid poverty, especially in places like Xinyuan.

"May I help you, ladies and gentlemen?"

In the morning, Xinyuan has just opened. There are not many people, but almost all people's eyes are focused on them. Everyone's eyes are more or less disdainful. The waiter who comes up seems enthusiastic, but doesn't take them to their seats. Instead, he nods and crouches in front of them. Ling Jingxuan glances at him lightly and pushes him aside.

"Wait? My guest?

"Well?"

Obviously, he didn't expect that he would be so strong. After a short period of stupidity, the bartender tried to catch up with them and stop them. But Yan Shengrui just gave him a stern look, which made him freeze on the spot and couldn't recover for a long time.

"My guest, do you want to have a meal or stay in the hotel?"

In fact, all the things happened within minutes. The shopkeeper who just came out of the back was surprised to see the people standing in front of the counter. Compared with the snobbishness of the shopkeeper, he looked like he was in his forties. The lean and thin shopkeeper had a lot of eyesight. Besides, the head of Yan Shengrui Ling Jingxuan was wearing cotton clothes, but his whole body bearing was not ordinary But there are, especially Yan Shengrui, who is born with dignity no longer to cover up, unbridled around the body.

"Manager Wang?"

He didn't take the rudeness of the bartender in his heart. Ling Jingxuan said with a smile that he had inquired about the situation here with shopkeeper Zhang when he decided to come to the county.

"Yes, I am manager Wang of Xinyuan restaurant. Is it objective?"

It's not surprising to know who he is, but the other party looks at him as a strange face. Shopkeeper Wang can't help thinking about it. Ling Jingxuan quickly solves his doubts: "I've heard that manager Wang is capable and keeps the restaurants in an orderly way. My name is Ling Jingxuan, and I'm from Lingjia village, Datong town.""It turns out to be Lingda official. I really don't know Taishan well. Hurry up. Please go upstairs."

After reading his name, manager Wang came out from behind the counter enthusiastically. Although they had never met each other, the shopkeeper of Xinyuan restaurant in Cangzhou did not know him. He was one of their biggest suppliers. Did others not know that the wine that Liu Ye pulled away last time was also brewed by him, and he still did I gave him a jar specially, but I envy him to death. However, Lao Zhang is so mean that he is reluctant to let him taste it. So far, he has not even smelled any wine.

"Manager Wang, you are welcome. Please!"

It seems that Zeng Shaoqing's brand can't be used. Ling Jingxuan turns around and throws a smile to others. Under the leadership of manager Wang, he goes down to the most luxurious third floor. Compared with his and Yan Shengrui's calm and calm, all the other people can't help being stiff and uneasy, and the waiter who stopped them at the beginning started to follow manager Wang's unconventional enthusiasm The customers in the shop were as stupid as before. Everyone was wondering who these poor looking people were and why manager Wang was so enthusiastic? You know, even if the county magistrate came, he had never been so kind and friendly.

"Why did Lingda official get to the county? If you don't send someone to inform me first, I can arrange for the carriage to pick you up. "

He took them into a gorgeous and spacious private room on the third floor. Shopkeeper Wang came to greet them. Ling Jingxuan pretended to be shy and gave Ling Jingpeng a look. He took out a jar of wine that had been prepared from the basket behind him. The manager's eyes lit up. He didn't smell the wine, but he had seen the outer packaging. He didn't expect that he had it in his hand, For this reason, he couldn't help but look up at Ling Jingxuan. He was willing to leave some wine in a jar of 100 Liang silver, which proved that he was more than an ordinary farmer.

"It's not a good gift to meet you for the first time. This is my own wine. I hope you don't dislike it."

In a flash, Ling Jingxuan took the wine from his younger brother and handed it to him. This time, he took two jars of wine, one for shopkeeper Wang and the other for the county magistrate. Of course, he didn't give it to them for nothing. In the future, the value of what they would give him would be far more than a jar of wine.

"It's too expensive, too?"

Manager Wang's eyes widened in shock, and his hand pointing to the wine jar could not help shaking. He had never dreamed that the wine was actually given to him.

"Ha ha What's valuable or not? We countrymen don't have other good things. It's good that manager Wang doesn't dislike it. "

With that, Ling Jingxuan forced the wine jar into his arms. It was as if what he had sent out was not one hundred Liang silver jar of wine, but just a stack of straw paper. Other people, including Ling Jingpeng, did not know the specific value of wine. Otherwise, they would not be able to keep calm.

"Good, good, then I'm not polite, Ling officer people this time to the county, but something?"

Smilingly, he hugged his dream wine. Manager Wang sat down opposite them. The private room was very large. The children had already explored in the compartment. All the adults stayed here.

"It's something. Maybe you need the help of shopkeeper Wang. Do you know where the biggest embroidery shop is in the county? To be honest, my aunt has made some exquisite things. I want to take it to the shopkeeper there and exchange two money to support the family

Since people have asked, Ling Jingxuan is not polite to him.

"Embroidery shop? Lingdaguan people might as well go to Baiyun Pavilion, where some women's products are sold, which is also the industry of our sixth master. However, the things there are not exquisite and luxurious. If Lingda officials have confidence in their own things, they can try it. "

"Baiyun pavilion?"

Hearing this name, the first reaction is not Ling Jingxuan, but Yan Shengrui sitting next to him. Ling Jingxuan gives him a cool look. Is this Baiyun Pavilion his property?

"Well, Baiyun Pavilion is located in almost every county of cangyun two prefectures. In other areas, only the state capital has branches. Although its scale is not comparable to that of Xinyuan, its annual profit is not lower than that of Xinyuan. Women's money is always better than others."

He didn't take his abnormality to heart, and manager Wang further explained that he was always an owner and knew more about each other's affairs.

"In this way, the sixth master of your family is indeed the richest merchant in Qing Dynasty."

Ling Jingxuan's eyes are full of meaning. According to the time, Zeng Shaoqing should have received the letter that he wanted to share a share in Xinyuan restaurant?

"It's not. Look at me. I just talk and forget to ask people to send snacks. Please wait for a moment. I'll come when I go."

Realizing that he said too much, manager Wang stood up for an excuse, and Ling Jingxuan was not stupid. He said with a smile, "you're welcome, manager Wang. We'll take care of ourselves. You'd better go and be busy with you."

"Do you want me to send someone to inform the manager of Baiyun pavilion?"

Before leaving, the shopkeeper Wang, who was holding the wine, asked in a low voice again. He took the wine which was worth 100 Liang, so he had to do what he should do."No, I can go by myself. Thank you, manager Wang."

"Lingda, you are welcome."

After that, shopkeeper Wang turned around and left. Shortly afterwards, the bartender brought them tea and a few plates of delicate snacks. Ling Jingxuan did not show any courtesy to them and accepted it with a smile.