PFC Chapter 295 I've already thrown out the big chapter, are you going to let me swallow it back? 3
Chapter 295 I've already thrown out the big chapter, are you going to let me swallow it back? 3
Even Li Yunlong did not expect that medicines could bring out so many big fish. This was because huge interests were involved. This would make the Japanese blockade of supplies in the next few months a joke. A large number of merchants would secretly transport supplies to Zhangjiazhuang market in exchange for life-saving medicines.
Lin Zhenhua also took out two other internal and external injury medicines produced by the arsenal. He had not yet figured out how to name them. These were the prescriptions he got from the system sign-in. The pills were made from traditional Chinese medicine and were very effective. They could be regarded as another way for the independent regiment to make money.
It was with the help of these three medicines that the Zhangjiazhuang market became more and more prosperous, with merchants coming to trade in an endless stream. Even the tungsten ore and rubber that were in short supply in the Independent Regiment were brought in by the resourceful merchants, which made Zhao Gang's face full of joy.
Even Lin Zhenhua did not expect that Zhangjiazhuang Market would become a lifeline for the Independent Regiment to obtain important supplies. No matter how much importance it attached to it, it was not excessive. Li Yunlong was right to mobilize two battalions of troops to guard it.
"College students, we have purchased 200 kilograms of refined tungsten ore and more than 800 kilograms of rubber. The most surprising thing is that we have obtained more than six tons of copper. This number is still increasing rapidly. Our copper shortage problem is estimated to be solved soon. The arsenal's artillery and bullet production lines can start full production immediately." Zhao Gang said with a happy face.
Lin Zhenhua took the purchase list handed over by Zhao Gang, his mouth opened wide in shock, and replied in disbelief: "I never thought that we could exchange for 30 kilograms of grain so smoothly. It seems that this medicine is indeed a lucrative business, especially the hemostatic pills and tonic pills. They have sold a lot. I thought we had to wait until word of mouth spread before we could sell them!"
"Old Zhao, logically speaking, the anti-inflammatory drug sulfa is selling very quickly, which is within my expectations. But why are these two pills also in short supply? Is there any hidden reason behind this?"
Zhao Gang had the same question as Lin Zhenhua at the beginning. After learning more about it, he realized that a small incident at the market made these two kinds of Chinese medicine pills popular items.
"College students, on the first day of selling these two kinds of Chinese medicine pills, they didn't sell well at first. Only a few merchants who were buying the anti-inflammatory drug sulfa bought some of these two pills to save our face. The anti-inflammatory drug sulfa was the most popular in the cornerstone and was the most sought-after. It only took three hours from the start to the end of the sale, and it was also exchanged for a large amount of supplies that we urgently needed."
"In the afternoon, a businessman came to the market with some injuries. He wanted to buy the anti-inflammatory drug sulfa, but our quota for the day had been sold out. The businessman who came to trade salt bought these two pills with the mentality of giving it a try. After taking them, the effect was very good. This happened two or three times, which helped us open up the market and these two traditional Chinese medicine pills became popular."
"But it's still far inferior to the anti-inflammatory drug sulfa. After all, sulfa has been hyped up as a miracle drug. It's no exaggeration to say that it can cure all diseases. People just take two pills when they feel uncomfortable. This has led to a huge demand for it in the market. Everyone is chasing after it as a life-saving drug, and the price has been driven up to a sky-high level!"
After learning the inside story, Lin Zhenhua was a little confused. This anti-inflammatory drug is not something that can be taken randomly, and it is not a panacea for all diseases. He is powerless to do anything about it, let alone change it. In addition, he can also benefit from it now, so he can only turn a blind eye.
"Logically speaking, this medicine shouldn't be taken carelessly, but when one is desperate, one will try any possible means. This is not just talk. In order to gain greater profits, after the air transport line is opened, we will also bring out our other two flagship products. Anyway, we have stockpiled a lot of medicines before, and this time we can just make a profit, so that the base will not have to worry about supplies for a year." Lin Zhenhua said gritting his teeth.
Zhao Gang didn't expect Lin Zhenhua to be so crazy. Those two drugs were one of the most important secrets of the independent regiment. The personnel in charge of production were still in a remote cave, and there was a company of soldiers guarding the outside.
More than two months have passed since the start of production, but no news has been leaked. The security work is very meticulous. Even Zhao Gang and Li Yunlong do not know the specific production location. Only Lin Zhenhua knows it. It is precisely because of this that the Japanese have not discovered this secret until now.
"College student, isn't this a bit too hasty? We can wait a little longer. Besides, our independent group has a huge demand for these two drugs, so it's better to stock up for our own use. Besides, the three drugs sold on the market are selling very well. If we bring out new drugs, they will take away the market share of these two drugs. I think it's better to be cautious!"
"In the previous battle, many soldiers were injured, and the consumption of those two medicines was very high. Now we don't have much left. I think we should take a long-term view on this matter!" Zhao Gang persuaded earnestly.
Lin Zhenhua understood Zhao Gang's concerns, but this time he also had his own ideas. In another half a year, it was estimated that penicillin would be available overseas. If he did not seize the opportunity and make a fortune at this time to solve the material and financial difficulties of the independent regiment, he would never have another chance until next year.
Lin Zhenhua cleared his throat and lowered his voice, "Old Zhao, this must be done as soon as possible. I have arranged for someone to fetch 20 vials. The price has been tripled. Each vial of penicillin is 3 grams of gold and no bargaining is allowed. You should know the effects of this drug. It is not an exaggeration to say that it is a miracle drug."
"As for our other flagship product, the Vitality Pill, its effect is even more miraculous. Even if a person is seriously injured and dying, with only one breath left, it can allow him to live one more day. Its effect is better than that of a century-old ginseng. One pill is worth 50 grams of gold. This is a real life-saving medicine. No matter how high the price is, there are people who can afford it. Gold has a price, but medicine is priceless. This is not just talk. I estimate that the high-ranking Japanese officials in Taiyuan City alone will flock to these two magical medicines, not to mention that we have opened up an air transport line, and we have an explanation for the origin of the medicines. This is why I dare to sell them!"
"The air transport line we are planning to build cannot only be used to transport rubber. I also plan to use it to sell medicines. Through Chen Minggeng, we can obtain a large amount of urgently needed supplies from the outside. This will become another material lifeline for our independent regiment in the future."
"These two lifelines of supplies, one visible and one hidden, can ensure that our independent regiment remains invincible. Unless the Japanese really risk the world's condemnation and mobilize heavy troops and a large number of fighter planes to attack our base, our two lifelines of material transportation will be cut off. But even if so, by then, relying on the reserves of our independent regiment, we can fight the Japanese for a year until a turning point comes!"
Zhao Gang didn't expect Lin Zhenhua to be so bold, especially when he heard the prices of the two miracle drugs, he was stunned with shock. However, when he thought about the effects of the two miracle drugs, he realized that if they were really taken out, there would definitely be a lot of people buying them. After all, the previous three drugs proved that the Independent Group did not fool everyone, and initial trust had been established. Even if some people had doubts, they would buy one or two pills as life-saving medicines to try out the effects.
"College student, let's do as you say. Especially after our synthetic ammonia plant is built, the demand for salt will be very large. In addition to the daily consumption of the base, at the current reserve rate, it is impossible to meet our needs for the next year."
"These days I have been keeping a close eye on the Japanese's movements and have discovered that some merchants who are closely connected with the Japanese have only focused on medicines. However, the amount of medicines we take out every day is limited. We must open up new sources of income and rip off these wealthy merchants! Besides, penicillin has been sold once before and has accumulated a good reputation. If we take it out this time, it will definitely cause a huge stir!"
"I will spread this news in a while, and we will start selling penicillin and vitality pills tomorrow and make a lot of money. Through the barter method, our costs are greatly reduced and the danger of transportation is avoided. For us independently, this is the best trading method at present. We must seize it and not miss such a good opportunity!" Zhao Gang said with a firm face.
Seeing that Zhao Gang had agreed to his suggestion, Lin Zhenhua casually walked around the market twice, and returned to the arsenal that night. He immediately gave an order: "Start up our two idle first-gun bullet production lines immediately, and the 20mm and 70mm shell production lines can also be officially put into production. Our current copper reserves are enough for two months of production. There is no need to keep them idle at this time. Start the production lines immediately."
Inside the Risheng Inn in Ping'an County, Li Yunlong was anxiously waiting for news. Today he arranged for the monk and Duan Peng to investigate Zhu Ziming's situation, but after a whole morning, he still hadn't received any reply, which made him very anxious.
"Captain, the monk and Duan Peng are both very skilled in martial arts, and they are also very smart, so nothing will happen to them! Not to mention that we have been staying in the inn this morning, and we didn't hear any gunshots in the city, let alone the detective team coming to our door. Let's have lunch first. Maybe after lunch, the monk and Duan Peng will come back!" Sanwazi advised cautiously.
Li Yunlong glared and cursed viciously: "Eat, eat, eat, you only know how to eat, can't you see I'm annoyed? If you want to eat, eat by yourself. Heshang and Duan Peng haven't replied to my letter. I'm very worried. How can I have the mood to eat?"
"We came to Ping'an County to root out the traitor Zhu Ziming, but we have been here for two days and have not made any progress. I have made such a big promise, are you really going to make me swallow it back? I can't afford to lose this man!"