I opened a tavern in Datang/Datang: My peerless talent was exposed

"Honorable Shopkeeper Zhang, there have been very few people who buy and trade retired horses, but since you have asked, Asba is naturally willing to grant your wish, but there are two problems!"

When Zhang Nuo heard that Asba did not refuse immediately, he was immediately excited, and hurriedly said,

"You said, see if I can solve it, don't worry, your benefits are indispensable, as long as you can exchange this money for a war horse, when you come back, I will guarantee you to wear an official uniform!"

Hearing that as long as the job is done, you can put on the official uniform, Asbad suddenly became short of breath. Oh my god, even though when I first met this shopkeeper, he said that he hoped to get Official, I didn't expect this day to come so soon.

Don't think that only Datang admires being an official. In fact, it's the same everywhere. As long as you become an official, it means a change in status and class. Even the lowest officials are not comparable to ordinary people.

Li Shimin and the others didn't have the slightest intention to object to this obvious private awarding of official titles, even if it happened right under their noses. Instead, they felt that it was very appropriate.

They know the power of cavalry all too well. As long as this merchant from the Western Regions can really bring back a batch of retired war horses, he is only an official, not a real job. , is hardly worth mentioning.

Asba used his years of experience in business to force himself to calm down. He knew that his opportunity had come, and it was up to him how to grasp it.

After thinking about it, he said seriously,

"Two difficulties, honorable shopkeeper Zhang, the first one is that if all your purchases are exchanged for retired warhorses, it will be difficult to make up the amount!"

"Although I have never bought or asked how much this kind of retired war horse costs, but I think it is enough to buy a lot even with some money!"

"But Turks and other nomads don't care about some retired war horses at all. Therefore, there are not many retired war horses in a tribe!"

"Then it will take quite a few tribes to come together, and there's no guarantee!"

Zhang Nuo was overjoyed when he heard this, this is wool, of course he knew that a tribe couldn't get it all together, a large Turkic tribe actually had less than [-] troops.

Then one can imagine the retired war horses that can survive!

But it doesn't matter, as long as it can be obtained, anyway, in Zhang Nuo's view, this kind of troublesome matter should be solved by Asba. Tens of thousands of horses!

Seeing that Zhang Nuo was silent, Asba continued,

"The second question is that such a large number of war horses enter the customs, even if they are retired war horses, I am afraid they will get into trouble! After all, we are just businessmen!"

When Zhang Nuo heard that his heart was completely in his stomach, he waved his hand with a smile and said very proudly,

"Asba, don't worry, I can solve your two difficulties!"

Chapter 238 Completely Dealing with the War Horse

Zhang Nuo first looked at Lao Li and the others who were sitting on the side. Seeing that no one objected, especially when Lao Li looked calm, Zhang Nuo had confidence in his mind. It seemed that Lao Li had no objection, so it would be fine. up.

Although I had already discussed the paperwork with Lao Li when I got the stirrups and horseshoes out, but this is not a matter between the two families after all, and it involves the government, so who dares to guarantee it.

But since Lao Li has not spoken out against it now, it proves that Lao Li has a solid foundation in his heart, so don't worry about it!

Zhang Nuo relaxed, looked at Asba with a smile and said,

"The acquisition of retired war horses is up to you to solve by yourself, but I will handle the paperwork for you!"

"As long as you enter the territory of the Tang Dynasty, I guarantee that no one will dare to take my war horse away in a fair manner!"

Hearing this, Asba felt relieved. He would have to slowly figure out a solution to the acquisition issue. He just brought it up just to show his hard work. As for other issues after entering the country?

Just kidding, it's not the first time for him, Asba, to take this trade route. The goods he trades on weekdays are very valuable in themselves. If it wasn't for the big commotion this time, he could even get in without paperwork.

Any businessman who can become bigger and stronger will definitely have his merits. A businessman who can travel through several countries safely and bring money and goods back and forth, and make his business bigger and bigger, if he has no way and method, then it is really a lie.

But this time is different, a total of 15 guan, such a large sum of money will be exchanged for retired war horses and brought into Datang, the movement may be similar to that of Turkic criminals.

If there were no documents from the imperial court, I'm afraid it would cause big trouble.

Moreover, Asba also thought about it, this Turkic is in the middle of Datang and his hometown, he will directly sell some goods from his hometown to those next families, and then let them exchange retired war horses.

At that time, he can also hire people to gather these war horses near Datang in advance, so that he can save manpower and make money.

In his opinion, the shopkeeper Xiao Zhang doesn't care how much money he makes in it, the key is to do things well and earn money on the bright side, that's the way to go.

For a businessman like him, this is simply good news.

After telling Asba that Xingben will deliver the documents to the door in a few days, the communication between Zhang Nuo and Asba ended. Home is better.

Aspar had been in Datang for so many years, so he was naturally very familiar with these rules, so he didn't mind at all and went home.

Li Shimin and the others just nodded at the scene that just happened in the central hall, and Li Shimin just casually said that they would get the paperwork in a few days, and then nothing happened.

After all, this matter cannot be done in a day or two. It will take several months to go back and forth, not to mention the need to prepare funds, goods, horses, etc. in advance. When it's all over, they will be excited.

Dinner at night is still the taste of the old Zhang’s family. The restaurant specially delivered it. The eldest grandson Wuji also had the cheek to have a meal together. It is called a gathering of friends, but in fact he is embarrassed to say that Zhang Nuoxin made a few. Taste of wine.

After dinner, Li's house was not as comfortable as Zhang Nuo's house, it was similar to ordinary people's house in Tang Dynasty, either they would just light on the lights and chat or something, or they could only sleep.

How could it be as comfortable as Zhang Nuo's house?

Zhang Nuo originally thought that he drank a lot of wine at night, so he just fooled around tonight, and it would be better to go to bed early, but who would have thought that this night he could really understand what it means to go from being frugal to extravagant and from extravagant to frugal? up.

The bed is too hard, the bedding is too hard, the ventilation is everywhere, and it is inconvenient to go to the toilet...

Even if there was someone waiting on her, with a red jade in her arms, Zhang Nuo slept very uncomfortable that night!

Originally, when he first came to Datang, he was also uncomfortable in various ways, but in the end he had to make do with it, and then gradually got used to it, but after living a comfortable life at home for a period of time, it will become difficult I really can't stand it anymore.

Finally, when it was almost dawn, Zhang Nuo got up neatly.

He had made up his mind, no matter what, if he didn't stay here today, it was impossible to stay here, so he should just stay at home and live a comfortable life.

Not to mention him, even Hongyu didn't sleep well last night, and she was used to living a comfortable life at home with Zhang Nuo, so she suddenly came to live in Li's mansion today, and she felt like a princess in trouble. It's uncomfortable no matter how you live.

Especially since her body is not as good as her husband's, if she hadn't been hiding in his arms last night, she might still have suffered from the cold.

But even with a personal heater like her husband, she is still a little uncomfortable at the moment, and it's not just a little bit of discomfort, it's because all kinds of things are not going well.

Seeing Hongyu's overly red little face, Zhang Nuo also felt something was wrong. After touching the other person's forehead, he stretched out three fingers and placed them on Hongyu's wrist.

After a long time, Zhang Nuo said seriously,

"Let's go home today, you don't have to worry about other things, just go back and drink a bowl of ginger soup and you'll be fine!"

Hongyu naturally believed in her husband's medical skills, nodded and shrank back under the quilt.

Zhang Nuo didn't have much interest in practicing kung fu today, all kinds of unfamiliarity would lead to all kinds of discomfort, and there was no need to torment himself when he was already in all kinds of discomfort.

However, he suddenly had a question in his mind. He had already arranged for someone to teach those people how to make a stove in Yongpingfang in late autumn. Why hasn't the old Li family made any purchases yet?

Logically speaking, it shouldn't be, this kind of anti-cold artifact should be the most favorite of rich people!

Seeing the door of the square that was about to open soon, Zhang Nuo suddenly felt that he should go to Yongping Square to take a good look, although those old neighbors actually had nothing to do with him.

After all, it was all caused by his predecessor, but since he has already inherited this identity, he naturally has to understand this cause and effect.

What's more, for him, getting someone to build a stove or something is simply a piece of cake.

There is no need to compete with the poor for food. I just don't know how long these people can keep this golden lump, but judging from the current situation, there may still be some problems.

Even a wealthy family like Lao Li didn't know that such a stove existed, or it didn't sell well and didn't become famous.Or, something else went wrong and it didn't work out at all.

Chapter 239 The Current Situation of Yongping Square

Zhang Nuo didn't disturb the others, and walked out on his own when the door opened.

Chang'an in the early morning of winter gives people a feeling of being in the clouds and fog. The unique cold fog in the north hides this rare super city in ancient times under a layer of tulle.

When the hot air exhaled from the mouth and nose is cold, it will turn into streaks of smoke, which will gather with the surrounding cold fog and slowly blend and dissolve.

Zhang Nuo didn't choose a carriage, even though he knew that Yongpingfang was still a little far away, he chose to walk there.

He wanted to take a look, to see what this big city, which was only known by its name in later generations, looked like.

Those who go out early in the morning, and those who can be met on the street are basically not wealthy families, migrant workers, those who carry burdens to sell vegetables, and those who come out to buy for the family. All kinds of people gather together, just like A melting pot, melted into a vivid picture.

Walking on the street, Zhang Nuo is like a different person, not to mention the brocade clothes on his body which are obviously more exquisite than the people around him and the fox fur around his neck, his straight waist and calm demeanor alone make him stand out among the crowd like a galaxy. The moon is extraordinarily dazzling.

Zhang Nuo didn't care about other people's way of walking, and wandered slowly in this city.

Not long after, Zhang Nuo came to the gate of Yongpingfang. Looking at the familiar gate, Zhang Nuo sighed in his heart.

This is the starting point of his predecessor, and it is actually an important node for him. His wine shop is still inside, and the carriages going back and forth in the front of the shop may be part of them going to him. The wine shop pulls goods.

This is also the reason why Zhang Nuo doesn't want other people to accompany him. In other markets, he may be confused for a long time, but in this market, he can basically walk sideways.

Because there are not only many acquaintances here, but more than half of the families are currently working for him. If he raises his arms in this market, he may speak better than the officials.

Zhang Nuo didn't go directly to the blacksmith shops he gave Fang Zi, but went directly to the winery.

They have all arrived at the gate of their own property, so how could they not go and have a look.Moreover, this group of people all lived in this city, and any movement could hardly escape their eyes.

As a result, as soon as Zhang Nuo walked to the entrance of the winery, he saw the dog standing in the middle of the yard and said loudly,

"The big guys are all out to make money, and they want to be safe. So, before you go to work, give me a hard time to think about what places you can't touch and what things you can't do!"

"Work honestly, earn money in a safe and secure manner, and live a solid life. If you really want to steal and play tricks, go to the West Market by yourself, don't come here to harm everyone, that's it, go to work!"

Zhang Nuo nodded, and gave a very methodical lecture. It seems that Gouzi really looks a little better after a period of exercise.

Gouzi’s speech just now, don’t think it’s all vernacular, but for the people working in these workshops, they need this kind of vernacular to understand. If you really want to read the text for him, you will roll your eyes fly.

Of course, Gouzi doesn't have much writing skills!

But what Zhang Nuo was most satisfied with was that Gouzi tied the interests of the workshop with most people, especially the last sentence, don't come to harm the big guys, it was very flavorful.

This cleverly separates the sneaky people from the majority of the workers, imperceptibly explaining that everyone just wants to make money steadily, if you sneaky and sneaky, it will hurt everyone If you can't make money with peace of mind, then you can only get out.

After saying these words over and over for a long time, it became a fixed impression in the minds of the workers, which was a good thing for Zhang Nuo.

Although he doesn't know much about modern management, he is still learning now.At the same time, he still understands these most basic things. After all, he is also a restaurant owner, and he has people under his command.

Gouzi finished his training and was about to leave. When he turned around, he saw Zhang Nuo standing by the door. He hurried over to salute.

"I've seen the owner!"

Zhang Nuo nodded, there is no need to be polite with his family, and asked directly,

"I was a guest at Lao Li's house yesterday, and found that the stoves I gave to the blacksmith shop in Yongpingfang didn't look like they were sold out at all, so I came here to see what's going on!"

Gouzi suddenly realized that he knew about Zhang Nuo's handing over the drawings to the blacksmith. After all, his main job at that time was to be a servant behind Zhang Nuo.

Now he himself can be regarded as a small person in Yongpingfang. He is also very clear about what news there is in the square, so he doesn't need to ask anyone, so he just opened his mouth and said,

"Boss, I know about this matter. That old blacksmith, Zhu, originally agreed with us that we would be responsible for the purchase and sell them out later, but our shop mainly sells wine, so it's not suitable for these things!"

"But that thing is really good. Butler Fang feels that since it's good, it's not suitable for sale in our shop, so he might as well contact a few big merchants and sell it directly!"

Zhang Nuo was stunned when he heard this, but he didn't think that Lao Fang had done anything wrong. After all, this business was not a business that could make a lot of money. At the beginning, it was purely to take care of Lao Zhu, and at the same time, he didn't have any manpower at home, so he was in a hurry to get the stove. , That's why I threw it to Lao Zhu without beginning or end.

Lao Fang’s considerations are also reasonable. Restaurants can sell wine and meals, but selling stoves is a bit awkward. If they sell directly to those big merchants, it’s enough to earn some intermediary fees. Anyway, the family does not plan to vigorously develop this industry. Just earning a little money is used as a subsidy for the family.

But what Zhang Nuo wondered the most was why this stove has not been seen in the market. If any dignitaries use this stove, the reputation must be spread, and the old Li family must have it!

Immediately Zhang Nuo directly handed over the question to Gouzi, but Gouzi was in a daze,

"Boss, I really don't know about this, because the stove is all handled by Fang Steward, and judging from Fang Steward's intentions, it seems that this craftsmanship is not like our winery, and others can't imitate it at all. The stove seems to be fancy. It can be imitated with a few glances.”

"That's why Steward Fang has said it all. Let him treat Lao Zhu's family as a reward for a bite of food. When the business is over, let's forget it. Let Lao Zhu buy it himself!"

Zhang Nuo frowned when he heard this, it shouldn't be, if that's what he said, or Lao Zhu didn't keep his handiwork and made stoves all over the city.

Either Lao Zhu kept his craftsmanship, then those wealthy businessmen must keep ordering, after all, they can still tell whether something is good or bad.

But in the current situation, none of them match!

Chapter 240 Old Zhu's Strange Encounter

Zhang Nuo pondered for a while, but still couldn't figure out the clues. Later, he thought, he might as well stop thinking about it here, and just come to the door directly.

He was just a helper to Lao Zhu, but he didn't need to take any responsibility, and he didn't regard this stove business as his own big business.

After all, in his opinion, unless the entire Tang Dynasty is full of stoves, and then he goes to open mines and sell coal, then the business is in line with his status, and the only way to make money is to enjoy himself.

Those who sell stoves for small businesses can really earn pocket money at most, but if they are in the coal mining business, he doesn't have that capital for the time being.

One is that there are no large-scale coal mines near Chang'an, and the second is that the mining of a large-scale mine requires too much manpower in this era, and he simply cannot get so many people to do it.

But being incapable for a while does not mean that he will be incapable forever. If one day he has that ability, being a mine boss will be considered a long-cherished wish in his previous life.

At that time, he wanted to answer "Yes!" when others sprayed him with "You have a mine at home", it felt so awesome.

But now that he is like this, he is a little confused. What is going on with this old Zhu? Did he go to other cities to start this business again because he wanted to make a lot of money?Want to skip selling yourself?

But it's not necessary, if you really want to do this, just tell Lao Fang directly, just fight for a price increase, what a big deal!

Zhang Nuo couldn't figure it out, he was idle anyway, so he just dragged the dog and went directly to Lao Zhu.