Opening a Tavern in the Tang Dynasty

Xiaoyu stood in her workshop, looking at the beautifully crafted mirrors, perfumes, shampoos and soaps, a proud smile on her face.

She shouted to the busy Li Hao, "We have to be careful. These things are all treasures that will be sent to the shop on Chang'an Street. This mirror is priced at fifty taels of silver, the perfume and shampoo are each one hundred taels, and the soap is ten taels."

Yuyu muttered, "It's so expensive that only the royal family, nobles, and wealthy merchants can afford it. Ordinary people can't afford it."

Xiaoyu touched Yuyu's head and said: "We sell it to the rich, so we can make money quickly."

Somehow, the news first reached the ears of the concubines' families.

The father of a concubine excitedly told his family, "My daughter said in the palace that the fine goods displayed by the Empress will be sold in the shops on Chang'an Street. We can't be left behind, we must go and take a look first."

This concubine also said to the other concubines in the palace: "Sisters, my family already knows about the shop. We must ask them to buy more."

Before long, the news spread like wildfire.

The dignitaries began to talk about it and were ready to send people to buy it.

More and more people gathered in front of Yu Yu's shop.

Yuyu looked at the crowded crowd and said to Xiaoyu nervously, "Mom, there are so many people, can we handle it?"

Xiaoyu smiled and said, "Don't be afraid, this is a good thing. Our products are popular."

Li Hao was also helping to maintain order and said loudly, "Don't worry, come one by one."

A lady squeezed to the front and said, "Give me two mirrors, and a bottle of perfume and shampoo."

Yuyu smiled and replied, "Madam, you have excellent taste. This mirror was meticulously crafted by us. The gemstones in the frame were carefully selected, and the formula of this perfume is also unique."

Another official-looking man said, "This soap looks good. Give me ten yuan."

Yuyu hurriedly introduced: "Sir, this soap has the effect of cleansing and moisturizing, and it leaves your skin fragrant after use."

As more and more people buy, the buying frenzy intensifies.

The Yu Yu family is very busy, but everyone is very happy. Seeing their products so popular, they feel that all the hard work is worth it.

"Mom, this business is so good!" Yu Yu exclaimed.

"Yes, Yu Yu, we need to prepare more goods." Xiaoyu responded.

Those who bought things left with great satisfaction, and couldn't wait to try out these good things that were favored by the palace.

The entire Chang'an Street was bustling with activity because of Yu Yu's shop, and this craze seemed to be sweeping across the entire Chang'an city.

One month later

Yuyu, Xiaoyu, Li Hao, Cheng Chumo, Qin Huaidao and Li Shimin were having dinner at Zuixianlou.

The table was filled with delicious food and wine, but everyone's eyes were focused on the account book, and their excitement was beyond words.

Cheng Chumo raised his glass first and laughed heartily, "Haha, I never expected that! This shop has actually made a full 500,000 taels of silver in the past month."

Qin Huaidao also smiled, "Yes, I was a little nervous at first, but now it seems that this business is really the right choice."

Yuyu's family all smiled from ear to ear. Yuyu said happily, "That's right, we worked day and night to make those things, hoping for a good harvest. Now it seems that all the hard work is worth it."

Xiaoyu nodded aside: "Yes, I have been very busy this month, but seeing so many people like my products and making so much money, I am really happy."

At this time, Li Shimin cleared his throat and said, "Everyone, I am very pleased with the results of this time. Now it is time to divide the profits. According to the previous agreement, the Yuyu family will take 40%, I will take 40%, and the two gentlemen Cheng Chumo and Qin Huaidao will each take 10%."

Cheng Chumo scratched his head. "This distribution is fair and reasonable. If it weren't for the Yuyu family's craftsmanship, there would be no such opportunity to make money. Your Majesty's discerning eye for talent is also indispensable."

Qin Huaidao also agreed, "That's right, let's do the math. Of the 500,000 taels of silver, Yuyu's family will get 200,000 taels, Your Majesty will also get 200,000 taels, and Cheng Chumo and I will each get 50,000 taels."

When the Yuyu family heard this number, they couldn't believe it: "Wow, is that true?"

Xiaoyu said excitedly, "Thank you so much, Your Majesty and all the gentlemen. With this money, we can expand the workshop, hire more people, and make more and better things."

Li Hao smiled and said, "This is just the beginning. Our business has great potential. In the future, perhaps the entire Tang Dynasty will use our mirrors, perfumes, soaps, and shampoos."

Cheng Chumo raised his glass: "Come, let's toast to the success of 500,000 taels of silver and to our cooperation during this period! I hope the store's business will become more and more prosperous in the future." Everyone raised their glasses and drank it all.

Qin Huaidao looked at everyone, his eyes full of anticipation: "This success will surely become a legend in Chang'an City. There will be more opportunities waiting in the future."

Yuyu also raised her glass and said, "I hope we can always work together like we do now to make the store's business bigger and stronger."

Yuyu smiled as she looked at Ah Fu and Ah Cai who were busy at the side, and waved, saying, "Ah Fu, Ah Cai, stop working and come and eat with us. Everyone has worked hard this month, and now that we have such good profits, we should celebrate."

Ah Fu smiled innocently and put down his work. "Girls, you guys eat first. I still have some work to do. Come back when you're done. This new shop is doing so well. It's like a dream. Ah Fu is so happy."

Ah Cai also agreed: "Yes, girl, Ah Cai has never seen so much silver, this is all thanks to your family, Yuyu. Yuyu, eat first, Ah Cai will be ready soon."

Yuyu walked over and pulled them both aside: "Don't worry, there's no rush for those things. Today we'll just talk about the fun things and share this joy together."

Ah Fu and Ah Cai then came to the table and sat down in embarrassment. Ah Fu rubbed his hands and said, "Girls, life will be different from now on. The speed at which we make money is really scary."

Ah Cai also said excitedly: "Yes, you must work hard with the girl. Maybe in the future we can become the most famous workshop in Chang'an City."

Everyone laughed out loud. Cheng Chumo picked up a piece of meat and put it in Ah Fu's bowl. "Ah Fu, you're right. You'll benefit from this in the future. Let's make this business bigger together."

Qin Huaidao also poured a glass of wine for Ah Cai, "Ah Cai, you are so clever. You should give us more advice in the future."

Ah Cai quickly stood up and picked up the wine glass. "Master Qin, you are too kind. I will do my best."

"Let's drink"

Yuyu shook his head and poured a drink: "Cheers"