PFC Chapter 382 Competitors
Chapter 382 Competitors
"Shu Chen, so you were here."
Liang Yuying, dressed in black, entered the room and went straight to Li Shuchen.
Cheng Zhian, Ruan Jingshang, and Li Lingxiao stood up and bowed.
Happy New Year, General Liang!
Liang Yuying took the seat that Cheng Zhian had just left.
He waved to the three of them
"Free gift"
Then he pinched Li Shuchen's round face and said
"I just visited my uncle and aunt. They both looked to be in good health. I asked them some questions and found that they are indeed very knowledgeable; many of their answers were very helpful."
"I had a very pleasant chat with my uncle and aunt, but they said I was too mature for a young girl and should spend more time with Shu Chen. I took their advice and came all this way."
"Only after sitting down did I realize that my uncle and aunt's advice was very insightful."
Ye Bingli: No need for such a roundabout way
Cheng Zhian: Is this your reason for taking my seat?
Ruan Jingshang: I've learned something, I've really learned something this time.
Li Lingxiao: Parents are right. My older sister has a lively personality. General Liang should spend more time with her.
"Being calm and composed is a good thing. You don't panic when things happen, and you're more likely to come up with solutions. I, on the other hand, don't feel that way. I always feel like I'm a bit too impulsive, and I can't control my facial expressions."
Li Shuchen ate the walnuts Liang Yuying had peeled for her, her cheeks puffed out.
"Shu Chen only lacks self-control in small matters, but he handles important matters very well. There's no need to change him specifically."
Li Shuchen was pleased to hear this and nodded in agreement.
They also discussed some other matters.
The group didn't disperse until evening.
Everyone had a comfortable time after the New Year.
Time quickly came to January 20th.
Li Lingxiao successfully enrolled in the Imperial College.
The tenth prince keeps his word, Li Shuchen thought.
"Miss, Young Master Ruan has come to collect the remaining Divine Elixir for the Scientific Expedition."
"Give it to him."
Princess Changning has sent over a batch of porcelain vases.
"What? They ran into each other?"
Li Shuchen put down the showerhead, quickly ran to the window, and peered out, eager to be among the first to witness the gossip.
Ruan Jingshang smiled broadly, "The porcelain bottles that Princess Changning bought are very similar to the porcelain bottles of my refreshing mosquito repellent liquid. It's quite a coincidence that we even have such similar tastes."
Princess Changning directed people to carry the porcelain bottle to the inn, and took the time to reply.
"These small bottles all look pretty much the same, and Young Master Ruan is wrong about something: my taste is only the same as Li Shuchen's."
Ruan Jingshang changed the subject: "Of course, Princess Changning has a unique taste that is beyond the comprehension of us commoners. I wonder what Princess Changning intends to use these porcelain vases for?"
"What's it for?" Of course, it's to steal your business. You idiot, you can't even do a proper background check. You just arrived in the capital and you want to monopolize the business of the Divine Elixir for the Imperial Examination? How is that possible?
Even if she doesn't do it, there are plenty of people in the capital doing similar businesses. In the end, it will just be lost among all the new trends.
Pulling himself out of his thoughts, he glanced at Ruan Jingshangdao.
"For doing business, for doing the same kind of business as you."
“My thoughts are exactly the same as Princess Changning’s; isn’t that a case of telepathy?”
Ruan Jingshang was so happy he couldn't stop smiling.
Princess Changning crossed her arms and advised, "Don't be too happy yet; whether it can be sold remains to be seen."
Ruan Jingshang straightened his posture and bowed to Princess Changning: "I will need Princess Changning's guidance at that time."
Princess Changning turned and went upstairs.
Ruan Jingshang left in a carriage
Li Shuchen ran to the door to meet Princess Changning, and upon seeing her, he said...
"Wow, Changning, you're amazing! You've turned into giving him pointers during our conversation."
"It wasn't me who instructed him, but quite a few people in the city have indeed started making items similar to the Divine Elixir for Scientific Research," Princess Changning sighed as she sat down.
"So fast? Could it be that someone leaked the news?" Li Shuchen's expression hardened.
"It's estimated that some observant people noticed it the day the examinees left the examination hall in the autumn."
"It's my fault for not being careful," Li Shuchen rubbed his face, pondering a solution.
"Don't worry, I've inquired about it. They use Chinese medicine to make the imitation, which is very expensive. As long as our price is affordable, we can sell it. But how much does it cost you to make these miraculous liquids?"
"Not much, not much. Even if you sell it for one or two taels of silver a bottle, you'll still make a profit," Li Shuchen said cheerfully.
"Now I have a better idea of what to do. I plan to officially open the stall on February 1st. How many bottles can you make in that time?"
"I made quite a lot last month, and with a little more effort, I should be able to produce seven or eight thousand bottles."
"I brought five thousand porcelain vases today. You can use them for now, and I'll send you more later."
"Easy to say, easy to say"
After Princess Changning left, Li Shuchen took the grapes and went to various pharmacies to purchase medicinal herbs, so much so that the Sanbao Hall could not hold them all.
The air was filled with the scent of medicine
The following days were filled with drug manufacturing and administration, administration and administration of drugs.
Day and night, without stopping
Night after night, day after day, without rest
Li Shuchen gave the remaining medicinal herbs to Linglong.
They continued administering the medicine until the end of February, finally delivering eight thousand bottles to Princess Changning.
Li Shuchen lay on the bed, letting Grape massage his lower back.
"Princess Changning will be setting up her stall tomorrow. Would you like to go and take a look, Miss?"
"Let's see how business is. If it's good, everyone's happy. If it's not good, we can think of a solution sooner. We've already done it, we can't just let it pile up in the warehouse collecting dust."
"It won't gather dust; there's nothing a young lady can't sell."
"That's right, I can make anything work in my hands, anything..."
Snoring came from the bed
Grape tucked Li Shuchen in and tiptoed out. Her mistress had been too tired lately; she planned to wake her later tomorrow.
The next day at 9:00 AM
Grapes enter the house and the curtains are drawn.
"Miss, it's time to get up."
Li Shuchen stretched and yawned in response, then kicked his legs and rolled out of bed.
After washing up, I sat down at the table to eat breakfast.
"Princess Changning sent someone early this morning to say that there are stalls set up in front of Baogui Pavilion and Aiyou Hall. If Miss wishes to go see them, she can go either way."
“There are stalls in front of Baogui Pavilion. Changning didn’t mention it before. Could something have happened?”
Even the grapes didn't know.
"We're full, let's go take a look."
The two walked on the street
The shouts of vendors selling scientific research supplies along the roadside continued...
"Selling jade pendants for those who achieve the highest rank in the imperial examinations! Wearing one may give you a chance to become the top scholar in the imperial examinations!"
"Selling the 'Top Scholar' jade pendant! It will guarantee you first place in your exams!"
"Selling bracelets that have won three consecutive top prizes in the imperial examination! Members who are guaranteed to win in the next exam!"
"Selling Wenchang Pagodas! Buy one and put it in your study; it symbolizes continuous advancement and success!"
"Selling sachets to win the imperial examination, hehe~, and succeeding in the provincial examination, hehe~"
These are all fine; they're just auspicious wishes for good exam results and don't compete with her exam-preparing liquid.
But the sight of the vendors behind him made Li Shuchen's expression turn somewhat unpleasant.
"Take a walk and take a look. These are essential exam-preparing sachets to keep you alert and clear-headed. Wear them to maintain a clear mind."
"Take a look, smell it—this insect-repellent and deodorizing balm is worth buying; it will keep you smelling fresh all day."
"Hey sir, come here! You need this scientific exam elixir! It'll refresh your mind, repel mosquitoes, and let you answer questions without worry!"
It was a young man shouting, but Li Shuchen didn't recognize him.
But it can be ensured that he is neither Ruan Jingshang's man nor Princess Changning's man.
Because the porcelain vase is different; his vase is a deep ink color, not sky blue or moon white, and from a distance it doesn't look like something from Yuya Porcelain Workshop.
Li Shuchen walked straight over