The Road of the Concubine's First Wife

Chapter 70

What he said was so rude, Jinxiu was just about to scold back, but Qiao Jiuxiu stopped him, "Jinxiu, just let him go. The more he scolds, the less I want these dishes. I have no way to deal with it Well, for this matter, my wife just scolded me, or punished me for skipping food, so it didn’t do me any harm. It was him who suffered a great loss.”

"I...what do I have to lose?" The vegetable vendor looked at Qiao Jiuxiu puzzled, but he didn't have any worries in his heart. It must be that this little girl deliberately said some things that she didn't have, so that he could get confused and let her go. wishes.Anyway, no matter what she said today, if the price doesn't increase, this dish really won't be sold.

"Of course you have." Qiao Jiuxiu said very definitely.Rao, who was serious just now, became a little panicked, "Then just tell me, what loss will I have?"

"First, you have signed all the provisions in black and white. If you sue the officials, it is none of your business. Second, we have already agreed on the price before, but you are going to raise the price. If this matter gets out, who will dare to Come to buy your things? Although there is no profiteering or businessmanship, honesty is also a golden signboard for businessmen. Once this thing is smashed, you will not be able to get along in this place. Thirdly, it is now the end of the year. If you don’t sell so many vegetables to Qiao’s family, who else can you sell them to? May I ask, is there a big family in the town who is bigger than Qiao’s family, can they eat you so much food at once?”

"I... I'm not in a hurry to sell it. I can wait until the end of the year to sell it. The price will go up at that time, and I won't lose any money." Although the vegetable vendor said this, he obviously lacked confidence.It's just that I can't swallow the breath in my heart after losing to a doll like this, so I'm holding on.

Qiao Jiuxiu stretched out her index finger and shook her head slightly, "This is not how you do the calculation. Let me do the calculation for you. These vegetables are fresh vegetables, and they cannot be stored for too long. If they are sold after the New Year, there is There is no way to sell half of the vegetables at the original price. And the storage fee, management fee and other consumption during the year-end period, after calculating it, are you sure you can earn more?"

Jinxiu looked at Qiao Jiuxiu with admiration, when did her young lady become so powerful, once explained all the truth, she completely turned her disadvantage into an advantage.It's so funny to see the vegetable vendor sweating so much on his face.

"Miss, give me a way to survive." The vegetable vendor's face turned pale. He just wanted to increase the price so that he could earn a little more money. Without Qiao Jiuxiu's analysis, not only would he not be able to make money, he might even lose money to his old man. This is all lost.If the Qiao family really doesn't want this dish, I'm afraid they won't be able to survive this new year. "I was really wrong, so please forgive me and give me another chance. Otherwise, these dishes will be cheaper for you."

Hearing this, all the chefs were taken aback. Although this problem is not too difficult, the eldest lady and wife could handle it well in the past.But she didn't expect that Miss Jiu could turn the tide and handle the matter so beautifully. Not only did she not need to pay more, but she could even get a discount.It can only be said that Miss Jiu's mouth is really powerful.

"Then it's a [-]% discount." Jinxiu answered happily. The vegetable vendor's face turned pale, but he still smiled, looking very embarrassed. I can't buy them anymore.

"It's still the original price." Qiao Jiuxiu sighed, motioning the chef to hand over the money to herself, "I don't mean to embarrass you, what I just said may be a bit too much. I just think everyone has everyone's difficulties, don't It’s driving others into a hurry. Also, it’s best not to take things that don’t belong to you.”

"Yes, yes, yes." The vegetable vendor nodded repeatedly, took the money, and moved the vegetables in together with the cooks.Although he is a bit rascal in raising prices, the quality of the dishes is still good.

"Miss, why didn't you take the opportunity to bargain just now? He has already backed down. If you bargained at this time, he can only accept it. Who made him look down on people just now." Jinxiu seemed to be very fond of the vegetable vendor. dissatisfied.

Qiao Jiuxiu sighed softly, who wouldn't want to pick up cheap ones.But not all cheap can be picked up. "Jinxiu, you have to be forgiving and forgiving. If my wife knows that we have made things difficult for a vegetable vendor, she will be very angry. I didn't let him sell it at a low price. He will be grateful for the kindness of the Qiao family. Even if my wife finds out afterwards, she won't I feel like I’m lacking in this.”

Jinxiu nodded, she was still thoughtful.I didn't think of it myself.

"Miss, you were so powerful just now, you were so powerful. I never knew you had such a good eloquence." Jinxiu sighed, while talking, she observed Qiao Jiuxiu carefully, as if she wanted to see her clearly.Qiao Jiuxiu smiled softly, played with her hair and said, "Jinxiu, do you think I want that? If I had a choice, I'd rather be like my big sister before, and just treat it as a waste of money and avoid disaster. But we can't afford the money Come on, I can only think of such a way."

Jinxiu said, "Although the young lady has handled this matter very well, if the wife finds out, she will still feel a little unhappy, because she will feel that this is a violation of the etiquette of a lady. There must be some concern.Qiao Jiuxiu didn't know this truth, but she really had no other way, she couldn't come up with extra silver taels, so she could only think of a way without spending money.

"Jinxiu, come with me to the backyard. See if they've packed up." When Qiao Jiuxiu looked around, the sun was about to rise. In an hour or so, the first batch of guests should come to visit Alright.She asked Eldest Sister before, and Eldest Sister said that today's guests are divided into four groups, among which the first group is the most intimate and powerful.They came early because they needed to meet other guests at home later, so they came over for a walk. Although it was just a walk, these guests were the most important, so we must make a good impression with them.Because of these people, the Qiao Mansion might not be able to offend them.

When Qiao Jiuxiu arrived at the backyard, he found that the backyard had already been tidied up.Several long-term workers threw the garbage they picked up on the car, and were about to push it outside and throw it away.Song Yu was chatting with several other long-term workers, because the work had already been done, and Qiao Jiuxiu was not angry at their behavior of taking time out of their busy schedule.As long as you have finished the work you should have done, of course you can take a good rest.And because they are the first group, they are not only responsible for cleaning the front and back yards in the early morning, but also responsible for the guard work in the second half of the night. The task is heavy, so they should really have a good rest when they are free now.

"Miss Jiu, are you here to inspect the work?" Song Yu approached, "Let me take a look with you. If there is anything that is not done well, we can improve it in time."

Qiao Jiuxiu nodded. After all, Song Yu had read sage books for several years, and he looked a bit like a gentleman. It's just a pity why he didn't continue to study at home?Instead, it was a bit of a waste to come out to do coolies.

She told Song Yu about her doubts, but Song Yu sighed helplessly, "Miss Nine, you don't know that. You are a scholar with nothing to use. Although I have read sage books for several years , but I also know that the scientific examination is hopeless. Moreover, going to Beijing to rush for the examination also requires a lot of expenses, which my family cannot afford. More importantly, to be an official in the imperial court now, you must have a backer. You said that I was poor What's the point of being an official if you're a scholar with no talent and no one to rely on?"

Qiao Jiuxiu was taken aback, but Song Yu saw it clearly.Just ask how many people in this world have struggled all their lives for the dream of scientific research, but in the end they have achieved nothing.Song Yu, however, can clearly understand herself, knowing that the officialdom is inappropriate and the imperial examination is unrealistic. I have to say that she admires his intelligence very much. "But after all, I'm a scholar. It's a pity to be a long-term worker. If you have a chance, you can go to the accountant to apply for a job. It seems that there is really a need for a gentleman who settles accounts. You have studied for several years and have a solid foundation."

Song Yu nodded and smiled embarrassedly.His figure is not as burly as ordinary long-term workers, and he looks weak and weak. He is not suitable for manual work at a glance. It would be great if he could find an easier job.So I thanked Qiao Jiuxiu and said that I would go to other places to help.Qiao Jiuxiu nodded with a chuckle, and followed him.

"Miss, you seem to be very concerned about Song Yu." Jinxiu leaned closer, "But he is indeed a good man, with good manners and demeanor, and I think he should be a dragon in diving, and he will take off one day."

"You think so too?" Qiao Jiuxiu chuckled. Jinxiu's tone just now showed her liking for Song Yu. Qiao Jiuxiu gently shook her head, "Jinxiu, aren't you tempted? It's okay, if you really like it, after the New Year's Eve After that, I will talk to Song Yu. If he is also interested, I will marry you well when you can leave the house."

"Miss." Jinxiu gave Qiao Jiuxiu a sad look, her face was flushed red, she was very embarrassed, "Look at what Miss has said, are these words allowed to be nonsense? If Jinxiu doesn't get married, Jinxiu will stay with Miss Miss, don't think about dumping me just like that."

"You always want to marry someone. Besides, Song Yu is good, so you can't let others take it away." Seeing that Jin Xiu was embarrassed, Qiao Jiuxiu also felt in a good mood, so she continued to tease her.Jinxiu was so forced that she had no choice but to change the topic abruptly, "Miss, the first batch of guests will arrive soon, shall we go out to greet them?"

Qiao Jiuxiu nodded. At this time, you can't be rude in front of people, because the first batch of guests are very expensive, so the wife and other ladies will come out to greet them. Qiao Jiuxiu used to hide in a corner and watch quietly.But this time his wife let her take care of things, so she had to accompany his wife to receive these distinguished guests, and if there was any mistake, she would go around too much.

And at that time, my wife should be standing by my side, waiting to be repaired by my wife if I don't deal with it.

So she hurriedly took Jinxiu to the front yard together, it was still early, the guests and wives hadn't arrived yet, Qiao Jiuxiu took out the roster from before, and hurriedly memorized names and positions, she didn't want to be rude later.

"Jiu Yatou came here so early, everything in this house has been taken care of?" Madam is wearing a red fox fur coat today, she looks luxurious and energetic, although she is almost 40 years old, she still has charm, You can faintly see the shadow of the first beauty back then.The wife walked to Qiao Jiuxiu's side and smiled lightly. "I've heard about the vegetable vendor. Nine Girls handled it well. Although it was a bit troublesome, luckily nothing happened."

"My wife is ridiculous. I have no choice but to do this." Qiao's house is indeed full of other people's eyes, and everything she does may be watched by others.Living in Qiao's Mansion, not only is there no freedom, but every step is like walking on thin ice. If you are not careful, you will fall into the abyss beyond redemption.

"Be careful in the future. Although Jiu Yatou has many special ideas, they can also receive special effects. But not every time you can get what you want. So it is best to use a safe method in the future."

(End of this chapter)