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In an elegant tea room, sunlight shines through paper-covered windows and falls onto a delicate mahogany tea table. The table is adorned with a set of exquisite tea utensils, including a petite purple clay teapot and several delicate porcelain cups. The room is filled with a faint tea fragrance, mingling with the scent of flowers outside, creating a tranquil and elegant atmosphere.
A young woman, dressed in a graceful gown, sits in front of the tea table. Although her face is veiled, her demeanor exudes a sense of composure. Gently picking up a bamboo tea spoon, she scoops a few pieces of emerald green tea leaves from a nearby tea canister and places them into the purple clay teapot. Her movements are gentle and skillful, as if performing a silent ritual. Then, she lifts a pot of freshly boiled spring water and elegantly pours it into the teapot with a graceful curve. As the hot water meets the tea leaves, a faint "hiss" sound is emitted, the sound of the tea leaves unfurling in the hot water.
Song Nian knows that people who do business like to drink tea, and they pay great attention to the etiquette. Before crossing over, he was also a tea lover. As soon as he smelled the tea, he knew it was definitely not an ordinary product.
The woman saw madam Wu and Song Nian behind him, a hint of surprise flashed in her eyes, and then she became complicated. She hurriedly got up, bowed, and said softly, "This woman has seen the young master. Although this woman is in business, she has not yet married, and there are many rules in the family. I hope the young master will not blame her."
Song Nian I know that in ancient times, the nobility placed great emphasis on the principles of "Three Obediences and Four Virtues." Although I initially complained a bit, I can only admire a woman who can open a shop in the bustling capital of the empire.
He thought to himself, it's not easy for a woman to do business, so it's understandable if she doesn't show herself to male customers.
The woman gestured for him to sit and made a cup of tea for him. Song Nian sat across from her, picked up the tea cup, took a sip, and found it to be elegant and refreshing, truly good tea.
The woman spoke with a Wu dialect, and then said clearly and softly, "This servant's name is Wu Xue'er. I have met Master Song. I am honored to make your acquaintance."
Song Nian took a sip of tea and then looked up, a hint of surprise in his eyes, but he remained calm and said, "Miss, you've mistaken me for someone else. My surname is Li, just a humble scholar."
Wu Xue'er smiled faintly and said, "Although the the Wu family in Jiangnan is a merchant family, it's difficult to establish oneself in Youzhou imperial capital without the support of government officials. Yesterday, the son of the prime minister invited me to a poetry gathering. I intended to decline, but due to my lack of influence, I had to attend. Unexpectedly, I witnessed an interesting scene."
Song Nian listened and his lips twitched slightly, but he resisted making a sound. He thought to himself, "This imperial capital is too small. I can even meet someone from the poetry club when I go to a fragrance shop. I was too impulsive last night. I originally wanted to hide my identity, but after the incident with Wu Yuyan, my reputation has only grown."
Wu Xueer continued, "Don't blame me for recognizing you at a glance, Master Song. Your scholar's attire today is just like that of the poetry club, and combined with last night's performance, it's truly impressive." Song Nian was speechless. He wasn't really a man of the jianghu. Before, he was just a modern person. The only simple disguise he knew was to stick a beard on his face and carry a fan to look like a scholar. It's no wonder he was recognized at a glance.
madam Wu was surprised to hear this conversation and cast a surprised glance. It turns out that this seemingly handsome scholar's identity is not low, fortunately I didn't offend him just now.
Song Nian didn't pretend after his identity was exposed: "I came today just to do business, but since Boss Wu has exposed my identity, I guess you don't want to do this business anymore?" After speaking, Song Nian was about to leave.
"Master, take it easy," said Wu Xue'er. "We are running this business, we have bought the formula for this fragrance, and we also give you a share of the profits every year."
madam Wu was surprised, but did not stop her. The master of the the Wu family passed away early, leaving only the young lady to shoulder the great family business. The younger generation surpasses the older, and the current scale of the Shen family owes much to the young lady's efforts. Therefore, although she was surprised, she would unquestionably follow the young lady's arrangements.
Song Nian is not a newcomer in the business world. With such great benefits offered by the other party, there must be something they want from him. Although tempted, he still signaled for the other party to continue speaking.
Wu Xueer said, "I have long heard of Master Song's exceptional martial arts skills, and I admire them. Moreover, although Youzhou is prosperous, our family specializes in offering tributes to the royal family. However, the powers of various government offices are unclear, and there are too many people who can threaten and bully us merchants. If we can make friends with someone like Master Song, and have the support of the the Wu family, wouldn't that be greatly beneficial for the the Wu family's business?"
"That prime minister, although sharing the same surname as me, is not of the same clan. While they did assist me in opening a shop in the imperial capital, it also cost a lot of money. They also receive dividends every year. Recently, their appetite has grown, especially that Wu Yuyan. Seeing that I am still unmarried, she came to coerce me into marrying him as a concubine," Wu Xueer said with a hint of anger.
Song Nian couldn't help but sigh. It's already difficult for a woman to do business in modern times, let alone in ancient times.
Madam Chen calmed herself and said, "Master Song is very famous. I have heard a lot about you. After meeting you last night, I admire you even more. Compared to those scholars who only know how to write poetry and talk about military strategy on paper, I believe in your character more."
She continued, "Although the court strictly prohibits officials from engaging in business, many high-ranking officials still manipulate businesses behind the scenes. Master Song, by coming here incognito today, must have had this idea as well. Although I sell incense, I have never seen such unique spices. Given time, I can make it popular throughout Daqian. Even in North Yan and South Xinjiang, I guarantee that the demand will exceed supply. I can earn money and gain protection. Why wouldn't I do it?"
Song Nian After listening to her detailed explanation, it all made sense. I thought to myself, I've already offended Wu Yuyan anyway, and the Prime Minister's family has long been at odds with me. Besides, the person who killed my previous life might have been the Prime Minister himself. Since someone wants to mess with the Prime Minister, I should help out.
So I generously said, "Let's continue with the business. I'll give you the formula at a low price. Consider it as my investment in the technology. We'll split the profits fifty-fifty. We can draft the contract now."
Wu Xueer quickly said, "No, how can I take advantage of Master Song? I can still afford five million, we can split the profit six to four."
Song Nian replied, "Can I still bully a woman like you? It's settled then. If Miss Wu insists, we won't do this deal. After all, I, Song, cannot take advantage of you."
"Since Master Song has said so... very well, I will do as you say," Madam Chen said, then asked, "Does this fragrance Master Song have a name?"
Song Nian thought for a moment and said, "Since it is a joint venture between our two families, let's take a character from each of our names and call it 'Nian Xue Fragrance'."
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