Chapter 67

Seeing Ying Ying Zi Ye sit down in a different spot, she followed him over.

"Ninth Young Master, what are these? They give off a very strange feeling."

Ying Ying Zi Ye laughed: "Sitting cross-legged is uncomfortable; these are just little gadgets I tinkered with when I was bored."

"It's quite comfortable to sit on, you should try it too, please sit."

Upon hearing this, Ba Qing learned from Ying Ying Zi Ye's example and sat down opposite him.

"Oh, it seems... actually quite comfortable."

Ba Qing's eyes lit up, as if she had discovered a business opportunity.

After Ba Qing sat down, Ying Ying Zi Ye repeated his earlier question.

"I wonder what business Lady Ba Qing has with me?"

"Ah... oh, I saw something novel and forgot to answer the Ninth Young Master's question, I am truly sorry."

Ba Qing stood up and bowed slightly to apologize.

"Lady Ba Qing, there is no need for such formalities."

Ba Qing sat back down, experiencing the novelty of the chair.

"Ninth Young Master, I hope this presumptuous visit does not disturb you. I have come today to discuss some important matters with you."

"Important matters? I wonder what Lady Ba Qing is referring to..."

Ying Ying Zi Ye was thoughtful; Ba Qing likely knew some news.

That was why she came to discuss things with him; a merchant's eye is truly sharp.

If put that way, it must be about the events in the imperial court this morning.

"I want to buy the Xuan paper manufacturing technology in your hands, Ninth Young Master!"

"And the manufacturing technology for these tables and chairs!"

Ba Qing looked at Ying Ying Zi Ye with burning eyes.

It seemed as if she couldn't wait to swallow him whole.

She saw a massive business opportunity in these tables and chairs.

Therefore, she wanted to acquire them all.

Ying Ying Zi Ye was speechless; this gaze was like looking at a lamb, and he felt somewhat uncomfortable.

"So you came for the Xuan paper manufacturing technology and the table and chair technology."

"Lady Ba Qing's vision is truly sharp!"

He could tell that Ba Qing only saw the tables and chairs after arriving at his place.

Yet she even wanted the manufacturing technology for them, which shows this woman has great business acumen.

Ba Qing smiled: "Ninth Young Master, you flatter me; Ba Qing just happened to know this news in advance."

"As soon as other merchants learn of this news, they will likely scramble to cooperate with you as well."

Ba Qing had self-awareness; she was currently relying on the advantage of knowing first.

Ying Ying Zi Ye nodded; this Xuan paper technology could be called era-changing!

In this era, whoever possesses the technology to manufacture Xuan paper would find it hard not to get rich.

"Does Lady Ba Qing know the importance of this technology? With such technology, do you think it would be allowed to leak out?"

"My Father Emperor certainly wants to keep this technology in the hands of the Imperial House."

Ying Ying Zi Ye sipped his tea, looked at Ba Qing's eager expression, and poured her a cup as well.

"Come, come, Lady Ba Qing, please have some tea."

Ying Ying Zi Ye poured a cup of tea for Ba Qing, who was beside him.

This was tea he had obtained from the mountains outside Xianyang City, and it had cost him quite a bit of effort.

In Great Qin, there was no such thing as tea yet.

Tea?

Ba Qing blinked her large eyes and looked suspiciously at the liquid in the cup.

She saw that what was in the cup was not plain water, but a vibrant red color.

The color was somewhat like blood, but it smelled quite fragrant.

Seeing that Ying Ying Zi Ye had drunk it, Ba Qing did not stand on ceremony and took a sip.

The moment she tasted it, she froze.

Sweet upon entering the mouth, leaving a lingering fragrance!

A rich, mellow aroma lingered in her mouth for a long time.

And it even had a faint refreshing effect.

This was the best-tasting water she had ever drunk, bar none!

Ba Qing was captivated by this water, temporarily forgetting about the Xuan paper manufacturing technology and the tables and chairs.

"Ninth Young Master, what is this?"

Ying Ying Zi Ye laughed: "This is called tea."

Ba Qing's eyes lit up; the nobility would certainly love to drink this tea!

If taken to market, it must be said, this would be an industry of exorbitant profits!

She had only taken one sip and was already attracted by this mellow and delicious tea.

"Ninth Young Master, did you tinker with this yourself as well?"

Ying Ying Zi Ye laughed: "Yes, if Lady Ba Qing finds it delicious, you can take some back with you later."

A flash of excitement crossed Ba Qing's face; she had truly come to the right place this time.

She never expected that the Ninth Young Master's residence would have so many new items she had never seen before!

These things were not available outside; they were both attractive and practical, clearly items that could make a fortune, and the nobility would love them upon seeing them.

Ba Qing looked at Ying Ying Zi Ye, bit her red lip with her pearly teeth, and asked softly: "Ninth Young Master, can you sell all these technologies to me?"

"Whether it is the Xuan paper manufacturing technology or the technology for this tea, tables, and chairs, I want them all!"

Ying Ying Zi Ye looked at Ba Qing with interest.

"Lady Ba Qing, your ambition is quite large!"

"These few technologies can be said to have enormous profit margins; can you handle it, Lady Ba Qing?"

When talking about business, Ba Qing's entire demeanor seemed to change.

"Ninth Young Master, please rest assured, there are very few things that I, Ba Qing, cannot afford."

"Merchants are driven by profit; as long as there is a sufficiently large profit to be made, even if I cannot handle it, I will find a way to do so."

Ying Ying Zi Ye tapped the tabletop; he had not previously thought about finding someone to cooperate with.

It is best for these technologies to remain with the Imperial House.

The Imperial House controls the source of all kinds of technologies.

There are many benefits; one could simply lie back and win.

However, this way, there would be many things to handle in the future.

After Ba Qing came to his door today, he thought, why not find someone to cooperate with?

This would be very convenient; he would hardly have to manage anything and could just wait to collect the money.

Moreover, there is no fear of betrayal; what merchant would dare to betray the Imperial House?

"These technologies are tools of the state; selling them is impossible. Even if I wanted to sell them, my Father Emperor likely would not agree. However, cooperation is possible."

"If we cooperate, there will be many benefits for you."

"And this is cooperating with the Imperial House; this is a monopoly, and the business can spread throughout all of Great Qin."

"Whoever cooperates with Great Qin will be the number one merchant in Great Qin!"

"Perhaps even the number one merchant outside Great Qin and in the whole world!"

Upon hearing these words from the Young Master, Ba Qing was awakened as if from a dream and knew this was the truth.

Although she did not understand what "outside Great Qin" and "the whole world" meant, she felt it was impressive.

The First Emperor would never allow such important technology to leak to the common people.

Such technology must be held in the hands of the Imperial House for them to feel at ease.

And as the Ninth Young Master said, if any merchant were to cooperate with Great Qin on this matter...

They would likely be worry-free for the rest of their lives.

And with the government as a backer, doing business would be too easy.