After Song Jinggong said this, he no longer spoke and lowered his head to drink his tea.
Steward Zhang thought to himself, 'So it's here.' He also pretended to drink a few mouthfuls of tea. When he refilled it, he asked, "What exactly is Young Master Song talking about getting rich?"
"This … sigh, fine, I'll just tell you. I heard that there was a strange object in that area that I thought would be able to sell at a high price once it was shipped to Tang. I gave a deposit of about a thousand stones, each stone being two hundred coins. The object looked bright red and delicate, with green leaves on it, reflecting each other.
Originally, it was a thousand stones, but who would have thought that it would be two thousand stones. I don't have enough money, so I came to discuss with the steward if you would like to get rich together with me and buy the thousand stones. "Song Jinggong said with a face full of certainty.
"I don't know what it is, but how could it be so valuable? If one were to eat this thousand stones, it would be two hundred taels of silver. This is not a small amount, and I haven't seen the object, this … "
Steward Zhang revealed a difficult expression. He was not afraid at all. No matter what he said now, he would not make the final decision. He would just follow along.
"Yes, two hundred taels of silver, it is not easy for me to make the decision. Why don't we wait for Madam Zhuang to return and then we can discuss it?" Song Jinggong said.
Steward Zhang's face was not gloomy. He gently placed the tea cup on the table and said, "Although two hundred taels is a lot, it is not that I cannot make the decision. It is just that I have not seen the object, so it is not easy to take it out. If it is convenient for Young Master Song, please send the object for me to take a look, so that I can rest assured."
"Manager Zhang, you don't have to worry about that thing. I have a way here that can solve my worries and also give you some benefits," Song Jinggong said with a smile when he heard Manager Zhang's words.
"Oh? There is another method? Quickly, Young Master Song, tell me in detail. If it is possible, I can still take out two hundred taels of silver. "Steward Zhang cooperated.
Song Jinggong unhurriedly took out a few pieces of paper and gently unfolded them in front of Steward Zhang, indicating for him to take a look.
Manager Zhang carefully picked up the pieces of paper and flipped through them one by one. After a while, he revealed a puzzled expression, "This is the store's deed. What does Young Master Song need it for?"
"That's right, it's the shop's deed. It's the Song San Shui's antique calligraphy and painting shop's deed. All the items in the shop, including the real estate, are worth three hundred taels of silver. Here is the Ya Wei's calligraphy book as proof, as well as a detailed list. Each item has its own value.
If Steward Zhang is able to take out two hundred taels of silver and lend it to this Song, this Song is willing to use this shop and the goods in it as collateral. When this Song accepts the goods, this Song will immediately return the money with a thirty percent interest rate. At that time, Steward Zhang's share of benefits will not be small. "
Song Jinggong understood everything clearly. No matter which aspect it was, it made people feel good.
"In that case, if we can't get the principal and interest, then the store and the goods in it will belong to us?" Manager Zhang asked again.
"That's right." Song Jinggong nodded.
"Then why didn't Young Master Song borrow it from others? There's a place that specializes in borrowing money for this kind of thing, and we don't know when that goods will arrive? "Manager Zhang asked doubtfully.
Song Jinggong seemed to have already known that Manager Zhang would ask such a question. He smiled and replied, "That merchant only cares about profit. This Song is afraid that if I went to another place to borrow money, not only would they not lend it to me, but they would also go to another merchant alone. At that time, this Song won't even be able to receive a single dan of goods.
I've heard that the people of the Zhang Family's Manor are all kind-hearted people. That's why I've come to your esteemed manor to discuss this matter. I'm thinking that even if your esteemed manor doesn't lend me money and doesn't cooperate with me, you won't do such a thing that takes drastic measures to deceive people.
As for that goods, they will arrive soon, probably not more than half a month. That's why this Song is so anxious. "
When he said this, even Song Jinggong felt that he was lying. In the past few days, he had been cheated many times. If this was considered kind, then there were no good people in this world. Just thinking about that broken quilt made him angry.
"Well said, well said. This Zhang feels that the two points that Young Master Song has raised are both feasible. How about this, this Zhang will think about it carefully and tell Young Master Song in detail. Just as Young Master Song said, whether it succeeds or not, we won't do such a thing. Servants, tell the kitchen to prepare a banquet and entertain Young Master Song.
Young Master Song, please wait in this hall for a moment. This Zhang can't do it alone, so I will go back and discuss it with my father. Is that okay? "Manager Zhang asked after making the arrangements.
"That's fine. Then I'll have to trouble Manager Zhang. Whether this matter succeeds or not, this Song will remember Manager Zhang's kindness. If it really does succeed, when this Song makes money, this Song will definitely reward Manager Zhang well."
Song Jinggong was happy. If Manager Zhang didn't say so and directly agreed, he would be worried.
Manager Zhang didn't say anything else and said to wait. He hurriedly left the hall and went straight to Zhang Xiaobao. As for his father, it had nothing to do with this matter, so it was useless even if he went.
At this time, Zhang Xiaobao was rolling around in the sand with Wang Juan. A few days ago, he had someone blow bubbles into a ball and stick leather on the outside. The two of them kicked it back and forth, using this to train their bodies and also to train their coordination.
When he saw Manager Zhang arrive, he stopped and asked, "Manager Zhang, do you know what that swindler Song wants to do?"
Manager Zhang repeated to the Young Master what he had said with Song Jinggong. He didn't say anything else and quietly waited for the Young Master's orders. At this time, the Young Master's weight in his heart was not low. What Erniu's family did, Zhang Wong Clan didn't hide it from him.
While he was moved by his wife's trust, he was also shocked by the Young Master's methods. As for the talk of immortals and monsters, he didn't care at all.
His family had been the Zhang family's housekeepers for generations. It could be said that he was born as a member of the Zhang family and died as a ghost of the Zhang family. If the Young Master was a monster, then his son was the monster's housekeeper. There was no difference.
When Zhang Xiaobao heard these words, he fell into deep thought. Wang Juan also followed suit. She had dealt with many cases and was preparing to take out a similar one for comparison.
Without waiting for Zhang Xiaobao to speak, Wang Juan, who had thought for a while, said, "I understand. That swindler Song wants us to go and eat all the goods. If we can't sell them, we will have to pay a large sum of money. How can there be something so expensive? One hundred copper coins for a stone.
Why don't we lend him the money and get his three hundred taels of silver shop? With the swindler as a guarantor, I don't think he will be cheated. Let's see what he says when the time comes. "
"Then we will be cheated. Is the swindler's guarantee useful? You can guarantee the shop, but how can you guarantee the things inside? Antiques, calligraphy, and paintings can be faked. Song Jinggong can use the real things when he asks the swindler to guarantee. After we sign the document with him, he can change it to a fake one.
Who will you ask for help at that time? If the swindler really guarantees the authenticity, how can you sue him? When you want to ask Song Jinggong, he will say that it is those things. You have seen it. Don't tell me that you haven't misjudged antiques, calligraphy, and paintings? "
Zhang Xiaobao pointed out the loophole in Wang Juan's words. Wang Juan thought about it and agreed. Not to mention that the swindler's guarantee was true, even if he saw the fake one, he would still say that it was true. So she said, "There is no other way.
"That means he didn't ship anything from elsewhere at all. He just wants to sell the shop to us. We can say that we're working together with him to buy the two hundred taels of silver. Let's see what he says."
"How do you know that there is no stock? If it were me, I would make the goods. No matter which one you choose, you will be cheated. The goods should be very cheap. You can buy it for a hundred copper coins per stone. Of course, you may ask for a lower price. "Zhang Xiaobao retorted again.
When Wang Juan heard this, there was nothing she could do. After all, the things she did in the past were supported by a large amount of information, as well as legal weapons. She could easily find professionals in this field. When it came to the Tang Dynasty, if she were to command an army alone, she would be able to get some results after getting used to it. However, with just this bit of information, it was impossible to judge.
"Then what do you think we should do? Treat him to a meal and let him go? "Wang Juan looked at Zhang Xiaobao and asked.
"Treat him to a meal and let him go? Then he must be dreaming. Treating him to a meal doesn't cost money? Since he dares to try and swindle me, I'll show him who's boss. Steward Zhang, come here. I'll tell you what to do. "Zhang Xiaobao laughed disdainfully, beckoning Steward Zhang over.
Wang Juan, Zhang Xiaobao, and Steward Zhang whispered to each other for a quarter of an hour. Only then did Steward Zhang leave with a confused expression.
"So stupid. Even I understand what you said. Why doesn't he understand?" Wang Juan was relieved. As she spoke, she reached out and pinched Zhang Xiaobao's chubby face. She tilted her head and looked at Zhang Xiaobao for a moment.
"Amazing. I've finally seen it today. International swindlers are really not comparable to those little liars. If there was someone like you in my Special Second Department, I would catch every swindler I see and let me take a good look. Could it be that your brain was born to cheat?"
"Alright, you are already drooling. Don't you know that you can't always pinch a child's face? What is this? Alright, let's get down to business. I will let Song Jinggong know what it means to deceive. "Zhang Xiaobao slapped Wang Juan's hand away and called Xiao Hong to start making arrangements.
A quarter of an hour later, when Manager Zhang and Song Jinggong were eating and drinking, a few of Zhang Zhuang's people left. A few of Wang Zhuang's people also left.
Zhang Xiaobao and Wang Juan started the game again. They were evenly matched.
Song Jinggong and Steward Zhang were also drinking wine and chatting happily. They were having a great time.
When Zhang Xiaobao and Wang Juan were about to rest after playing for an hour, Jang Wong Clan also rushed over. When she saw the two children, she sighed. These two children were really too cruel. She walked in front of Zhang Xiaobao and touched her son's face.
"Xiao Bao, you are forcing that Song Jinggong to his death. Where possible, you should be lenient." "Mom, don't worry.
I have my own plans. I will definitely force him to his death. I am short of people. Manager Zhang didn't understand when he heard my plan. I don't want such a stupid person. When Song Jinggong is at his wit's end, I will help him. It will be easier for him to do things in the future. I can't do everything by myself, right? "
Zhang Xiaobao knew that his mother was not a bad person, so he explained it to her.
Jang Wong Clan was relieved when she heard this. She said, "My son is right. You are a great talent. You just need to stay in the back. There will be others to lead the charge."
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