Reborn in 1963: I Hunted and Stockpiled Meat During a Famine

Liu Qingsong sighed and explained, "When we went up the mountain to hunt roe deer, we encountered a pack of wolves, more than twenty of them."

"More than twenty?" Zhang Laosan asked in surprise. "What about the people who came up the mountain with you?"

"Qin Tian's eldest son is currently recuperating in Zhangjia Village. His injuries are so severe that he is unable to move. If he hadn't happened to encounter the herb gatherers, he would have almost died."

"Is all of this true? You really managed to escape..."

Before Zhang Laosan could finish speaking, he quickly changed his words: "That's not what I meant. Being able to escape from that situation is indeed an extraordinary skill."

"It's true. We fought with all our might until we killed the alpha wolf, and then the pack dispersed, allowing us to escape."

After hearing what Liu Qingsong said, Zhang Laosan believed most of it.

"How is the wolf?"

"The wolves were brought back to the village. Four were given to Zhangjia Village, leaving ten. We plan to skin them and divide them up when we get back. We're going down the mountain now to buy knives to prepare for their disposal."

Zhang Laosan was tempted after hearing this.

Ten wolves are a rare sight even in the mountains, let alone for city dwellers. He knew that some city people enjoyed trying wild game, and wolf meat could very well be a novelty that attracted them.

If we buy the wolf and transport it to the provincial capital to sell, we're sure to make a fortune.

Thinking this through, Zhang Laosan had an idea: "Qingsong, besides selling roe deer, do you have anything else to do this time?"

"We'll need to buy some items to take back to the village later, but right now we're mainly selling roe deer."

Do you have enough money on hand?

Liu Qingsong was somewhat frustrated: "The village is in dire need of supplies and we are short of money, so we can only seek supplies from the mountains, but the mountains are dangerous and I dare not ask for too much."

Zhang Laosan observed Liu Qingsong's expression and perked up: "Qingsong, the demand for roe deer is high, and the price is also high. There's also been an incident on your end, so it's really not appropriate for me to continue buying at the original price. Here's what I'll say, I'll propose a price, you can listen to it."

As he spoke, Zhang Laosan held up two fingers.

"You're willing to pay double the price? Okay, deal! At the same price, I'll supply you first and deliver it to your door right away."

Zhang Laosan was taken aback, then quickly shook his head: "No, no, no, it's 20% more, double is too much. I'll supply the goods directly, and the extra 20% will be paid in cash."

Seeing Liu Qingsong hesitate, Qin Qiming quickly interjected, "Uncle, 20% is no small amount. Quickly pay off the debts and buy some medicine and supplies to take up the mountain. Kangzi is seriously ill and urgently needs tonics and medicine."

"That's right, we need to sell the supplies and head back to the mountain. Old Tian's son is also waiting for medicine and supplies."

Liu Qingsong waved his hand and said, "Third brother, the price is too low, I can't accept it. Here's a number for you to consider. If you agree, we'll do it; if not, we'll give it to someone else this time, and we can talk about it again next time. If it's based on the item, add 35%. If it's based on the money, add 50%. The original price will all be used to exchange for the item."

Before Zhang Laosan could retort, Liu Qingsong immediately interrupted, "Let me finish. There's a shortage of supplies right now, but since we know each other, I can't go too far. As for that wolf, if you want it, give me an extra 20%, and I'll only sell it to you. How about that?"

Zhang Laosan was speechless for a moment. He thought to himself that by exchanging the high price of the roe deer for a slightly higher price of the wolf, he could not only entertain his guests today, but also make a profit.

These people are the key to his wealth and success.

Zhang Laosan: "Can't the price be any lower?"

Liu Qingsong shook his head: "This is the lowest price. This is what everyone risked their lives to get. If we sell it for less, I won't be able to explain it to them."

"Deal!" Zhang Laosan nodded, his voice low. "I'll pay 50% more for the roe deer, and we'll barter for the rest. Go and prepare. Take the wolf down the mountain in the next couple of days. We'll trade face-to-face at this price, but I can only give you half in kind; the other half will be in cash."

"Deal. We'll deliver the roe deer to you now."

Zhang Laosan walked ahead, while Qin Qiming, driving the donkey cart, exchanged a smile with Liu Qingsong.

They played the good cop and the bad cop, constantly stating the facts to Zhang Laosan until he had no choice but to believe them.

Although some of the facts were exaggerated by them, the price was directly inflated.

Zhang Laosan had done many bad things for the landlord in the past, so it was no burden for him to take more money out of his pocket.

During this trip down the mountain, not only did the roe deer fetch a high price, but even without any active promotion, people offered to buy the wolves at higher prices.

"Use this money to buy other necessities first, and I will prepare the things for you right away."

Zhang Laosan took out some money and handed it to Liu Qingsong.

"You'll have to wait a while. If you're in a hurry, you can go back to the village first. Take those wolves down the mountain in the next few days, and we'll come back up together then."

"Let's get ready now. We'll go shopping first, and then we'll come straight to you."

"middle!"

Qin Qiming and Liu Qingsong put down the roe deer, drove the donkey cart away from Zhang Laosan's house, and headed straight for the shop.

"You're really smart, kid. You managed to raise the price so much. Impressive!"

Liu Qingsong couldn't help but smile.

"Zhang Laosan has lost a lot of money this time. He used to be very ruthless in driving down prices, but this time he made it all back in one go."

Qin Qiming: "Don't forget about the wolves, they can make us a lot of money. Even if we only make 20% more per wolf, the sheer number of them will increase our overall profits."

"By the way, Huimin is at the town hospital, right? I can buy the things myself. Why don't you go and check on that girl?"

"Alright, Uncle, see you at Uncle's house in a bit."

"middle!"

After getting off the donkey cart, Qin Qiming went to buy some eggs.

Judging by the timeline, Min should be discharged from the hospital in the next day or two.

So he decided to pick up Chen Xu and Xia together.

In matters of the heart, he firmly believes in his personal charm, which can make sensitive women feel sensitive.

After all, love based on so-called good people isn't true love; it's just about making do.

Qin Qiming, having been given a second chance at life, doesn't need to settle.

Meanwhile, next door to Min's house.

"Sister-in-law Wang, why hasn't our neighbor Min come back yet? It's been a holiday, and she still hasn't returned from the mountains?"

"Oh my, isn't this Marvin?"

"Well, it's me."

“Huimin’s boyfriend said she has frostbite and is in the hospital.”

"Boyfriend? Where did she get a boyfriend?"

Marvin looked thin, with black-rimmed glasses perched on his nose, and a hint of anger on his face.

Wang Xiuqiu raised her eyebrows triumphantly: "Ma Wen, you probably don't know this, but Huimin's boyfriend seems to be quite capable. He asked me to look after his two kids and even gave me a bag of malted milk powder!"

Upon hearing this, Marvin's face instantly froze.

"This time, Huimin has finally found a good match."

Wang Xiuqiu once privately told Min that Ma Wen was a man who appeared refined and cultured, but was actually quite harsh in his dealings with others.

Although he verbally promised to marry Min, he repeatedly asked her to give her younger brother and sister-in-law away.

This kind of man is not someone you can entrust your life to.

As Ma Wengang came out of Wang Xiuqiu's house, he saw Chen Xu opening the courtyard gate for Qin Qiming.