Book Synopsis
Book Tags
Donation Rankings
Comment
0 Comments
You May Also Like
墨書 Inktalez
Ye Xiaohan smiled, her tone firm as if she had everything figured out.
However, for the Dye House Owner, this suggestion was simply absurd. He replied somewhat displeased, "Boss Ye, I genuinely thought you were a friend worth having, but I didn't expect you to make such a joke."
If there were a way to keep the business running, he would have done everything possible to make it happen. Why would he be lamenting at home, reaching the point where he had to close down?
"Shopkeeper, I'm not here to make fun of you," Ye Xiaohan said seriously. "I see your difficulties. We are all businesspeople; what we seek is harmony and profit. Why would I come all this way just to mock you?"
The Dye House Owner hesitated a bit; Ye Xiaohan was not wrong. Moreover, having spent years in the business world, he considered himself to have a decent eye for people.
From the moment Ye Xiaohan first came to see him, he felt she was not a deceitful person. When they finally met face-to-face, he was further captivated by her unique aura that made one feel at ease.
If someone with such sincere eyes harbored treachery within, then he would have to admit that his judgment had failed him and that he had been deceived by a younger peer.
Still, deep down, he preferred to believe the former and thought of Ye Xiaohan as someone trustworthy.
Even so, the idea that years of entanglement could be resolved overnight left him somewhat skeptical.
"Boss Ye, it's not that I don't trust you. The issues with the Dye House aren't something that can be solved in a day or two. I've thought of every possible solution and tried every method available. If there were truly a good idea, wouldn't I have used it already?"
The Dye House Owner recalled the struggles he had faced over the years for the sake of the Dye House; the effort and dedication he had put in were beyond what outsiders could understand.
Ye Xiaohan might not fully empathize with him, but she could imagine it. And for her, it was precisely this hardship that allowed her to find an opportunity.
"Shopkeeper, please don't rush. Just listen to me," Ye Xiaohan revealed her cards: "Since I dared to make such a bold claim, I am ready to take on this responsibility. I have a way to completely resolve your issues so that you can continue your business."
Ye Xiaohan's expression was serious; there was no hint of jest in her demeanor. Acting playfully in front of someone else's treasures would only be irritating.
Seeing her so earnest made the Dye House Owner uncertain: "Boss Ye, is this really true?"
"Of course it's true," Ye Xiaohan replied. "To be honest, ever since I bought that shop and learned that it was behind the Dye House, I felt quite conflicted. At that time, I genuinely hoped you would close down so it wouldn't affect my restaurant's business."
Her honesty took the Dye House Owner by surprise; instead of being angry, he let out a bitter laugh and sighed.
Without waiting for his response, Ye Xiaohan continued quickly: "However, after getting to know more about your Dye House and realizing not only your high dyeing techniques but also your generous and open-minded character as a shopkeeper, I began to hesitate. Wouldn't it be too regrettable to let the Dye House close just like that?"
Ye Xiaohan was busy, but her efforts were not in vain. She had delegated the trivial matters to Yang and focused on investigating information about the Dye House.
In fact, she already knew a lot about the Dye House Owner. The Dye House was quite famous in this generation and even in the capital; with just a little inquiry, one could gather a wealth of information.
The reason she patiently listened to the Dye House Owner's grievances was largely to win his favor. Only when he was willing to open up could their cooperation reach its maximum efficiency.
Regarding the Dye House Owner's personality, she had gathered information from various sources and reflected on it herself. After arriving at a relatively reasonable conclusion, Ye Xiaohan made her first visit.
As expected, her initial attempts to meet him were unsuccessful. Ye Xiaohan was not anxious; these were merely stepping stones. Once she crossed this hurdle, it would lay a solid foundation for the smooth progress of future matters.
Every beginning is difficult, but as long as the Dye House Owner agreed to meet her, she was confident she could persuade him to agree to their collaboration.
Now that she had grasped his mindset and recognized his strong desire to continue running the Dye House, Ye Xiaohan felt she had a ninety percent chance of success.
"The only way for you, as the shopkeeper, to continue operating the Dye House is to eliminate or at least minimize its pollution. There are no other solutions," she stated firmly.
Ye Xiaohan highlighted that addressing the pollution issue was crucial for resolving their conflicts. Otherwise, even if Princess Chang's influence did not diminish, they could only suppress the Government Office's actions forcefully.
The complaints surrounding the Dye House were of no help either. They did nothing to improve its current operational status.
The Dye House Owner replied, "I have thought of your solution myself. Since this problem began to surface at the Dye House, I have tried countless methods for remediation. None have worked."
This was a common issue for dye houses; dyeing was inherently a highly polluting industry. Initially, its environmental impact might not be immediately apparent, but over time, the damage became evident.
Thus, most dye houses were located in remote areas. It was rare to find one like this Dye House situated in a bustling city center.
This unusual location allowed it to attract more business than its competitors during its early years. However, it also revealed drawbacks over time.
While other competitors could continue operating their dye houses in secluded corners, this Dye House faced pressure from all sides and was on the brink of closure.
"I have seen the fabrics dyed by your Dye House; they are indeed better than those from several others," Ye Xiaohan said. "As long as you resolve the pollution issue, your business can return to its former glory."
This temptation was significant; the Dye House Owner felt somewhat swayed by her words. Suppressing his anxious heart, he asked, "Boss Ye, do you perhaps already have a solution?"
Although he doubted it was likely, desperate times called for desperate measures. He had tried all sorts of outlandish methods; trying Ye Xiaohan's proposal would only require a bit more effort on his part.
Ye Xiaohan's response was filled with far more confidence than his. "That's right. After my research, I have developed a series of plans to tackle the pollution issue. As long as the Shopkeeper is willing to give it a try, I believe we will see significant results."
"Can it really solve the pollution problem completely?" The statement was too grand, and the Dye House Owner seemed skeptical. "Boss Ye, it's not that I don't believe you, but the pollution issue in this Dye House isn't just a problem for my establishment; it's been around for many years."
For countless years, this dilemma had troubled many craftsmen in the Dye House. Could one woman truly resolve it?
Ye Xiaohan was prepared for this doubt. She understood that it was impossible to expect someone to believe her unconditionally without reason.
Only by presenting facts and sufficient evidence could she dispel the other party's concerns and gain their wholehearted cooperation.
"Shopkeeper, you may not believe me, and I can't expect you to put everything on my shoulders based solely on my words," Ye Xiaohan said. "I only hope that you can give me a chance, and give yourself a chance as well, so we can work together towards a win-win situation."
Ye Xiaohan felt about sixty percent confident in the Dye House Owner's response. A person who had persevered under such harsh conditions for so many years would surely not abandon any opportunity that could bring about a revival.
Sure enough, the Dye House Owner was intrigued by her words, stirring up feelings he had almost given up on. "If there's such an opportunity, I'm naturally willing to give it a try. However, as a businessman, I won't waste my resources. Boss Ye, how confident are you about this collaboration?"
Ye Xiaohan smiled confidently and replied, "One hundred percent!"
She explained further, "I have spent all my savings to buy that shop. I am actually facing the same dire situation as the Shopkeeper. Therefore, this time, we can only succeed; failure is not an option."
Moving forward meant riches within reach; taking a step back meant total defeat.
Comment 0 Comment Count