Chapter 189: Finding a Livelihood for Sugar

Qin Zhanhong's two newly learned moves are really great.

To Chen Wuji, these two moves are actually not novel.

He has seen and tried all kinds of postures.

What truly makes Chen Wuji rave with admiration is the inner aspect.

Qin Zhanhong actually learned the Star-Sucking Great Method by looking at pictures and recognizing characters.

This thing actually has some substance.

Everyone is gathering strength.

Anyway, Qin Zhanhong now seems to be opening a door to a new world; although tired to the point of being snappy, his eyes shimmering with rippling light are extremely bright, and his gaze is full of supreme joy.

"Why does it feel so different even though it's clearly the same thing? How wonderful." Qin Zhanhong clasped his hands, rested his chin on the back of his hand, like a lazy little cat snuggling up beside Chen Wuji.

Chen Wuji shook his head, thought a bit, and said: "I don't know. However, everything should have its knack; I heard the women in the brothels practice very well, maybe they know the answer."

Qin Zhanhong's gaze suddenly turned dangerous: "Have you still been to the brothel?"

"Hey, which ear heard that I went to the brothel? I clearly said I heard it." Chen Wuji said, "Don't frame me; I also have principles."

"Really? I don't believe it." Qin Zhanhong tilted his head and hummed.

After a moment, she suddenly poked Chen Wuji and said, "Don't leave tonight, okay?"

"Let's do it another day; the clan is holding a grand family ceremony, and this time I've been assigned to host it. I need to learn the procedure these days; I've never done this before, so I have to learn from the elders in the clan." Chen Wuji apologetically said, "After this matter is settled, I'll stay at your place for two more days."

Qin Zhanhong looked resentful, but he also knew the family grand ceremony is a major affair for the clan, not to be taken lightly.

"This is what you said; if you dare to go back on your word, be careful I'll castrate you!" Qin Zhanhong threatened fiercely.

Immediately, she curled the corner of her mouth, her eyes holding a flirtatious smile, and said: "Then… let's mess around a bit more?"

Chen Wuji agreed, laughing and crying at the same time.

Her addiction is even greater than his.

……

When Chen Wuji left Sanlipu, the sky was already getting dark.

Today I basically did nothing, just muddled through.

Just as I returned home and was about to have dinner, with my chopsticks just set down, Chen Bushi and Chen Luozi came over holding lanterns.

As soon as Chen Bushi entered the door, he gave Chen Wuji a load of sarcastic remarks, saying that people who want to learn etiquette should seek them out themselves, not the other way around, acting like the eldest brother.

"I just got home, and this stool isn't even warm yet." Chen Wuji said impatiently.

Chen Bushi gave a light snort, his eyes slowly scanning the surroundings, and said: "That's your business; the family grand ceremony is the top priority. You don't distinguish priorities, yet you want to blame me?"

Chen Wuji glanced at his eyes and immediately felt something was off: "What are you doing?"

"I heard you secretly tinkered with something mysterious and actually made it; where is it? Let me have a look." Chen Bushi said.

"Failed, didn't make it!" Chen Wuji said.

Two bandits actually dare to covet the Family Head's belongings; it's utterly upside-down.

"Look at you being stingy; let me see." Chen Bushi said speechlessly.

"I know some people; if it's really a good thing, maybe they can help you sell it. You eat meat, and we poor folks whose dead skin won't even fall off can also get a sip of soup."

Chen Wuji said solemnly: "The thing has indeed been made, but hoping to earn silver from it, I feel it might be difficult. I'm not saying what I made is bad; the thing is absolutely good, and at least for now it's definitely a rarity."

"But precisely because it's a good thing, bringing it out will cause trouble; given our current strength and background, taking it out might not only fail to earn silver but also easily invite disaster."

Even something as simple as an iron pot can attract attention; once white sugar appears, he will definitely be pushed to the forefront of the storm.

Fortunately, something changed, and he didn't take this item to discuss business with Zhu Wei.

Looking at the decision he made a few days ago, Chen Wuji now thinks it's outright foolish.

With insufficient information grasped, the decision cannot be rational.

"Let me take a look first." Chen Bushi said.

Chen Wuji took the white sugar out of the ceramic jar and said: "This is frost sugar derived from brown sugar; it looks better and its sweetness is purer. Either people won't accept it, or it will become valuable due to its rarity."

Chen Bushi pinched a little with his finger, put it in his mouth to taste, and said: "This stuff indeed looks better than brown sugar, but as for taste… I actually find it just average; the flavor of brown sugar is richer."

"Yes, but it depends on how to sell it." Chen Wuji said.

He actually isn't worried about selling this item or getting a decent price for it.

What really depresses him now is the poor business atmosphere in Nan Jun.

The wealthy and powerful will grab it at first sight; Yude Business Business Business won't be the first nor the last, and once frost sugar appears, it will definitely be targeted.

One Zhang Family and one Yude Business Business Business have already made him very upset; if he provokes a few more, there's no way to live—he'll just spend all day scheming and fighting with people.

Chen Bushi thought for a moment and said: "If you're at ease, I'll handle this matter."

"How do you plan to sell it?" Chen Wuji asked.

"Merchant caravan, sell it elsewhere."

Chen Wuji pondered a moment and said: "We can try, but the chance of being targeted remains high; this needs to be stated upfront so we don't drag you into trouble."

"I know." Chen Bushi said, "How much cash are you planning to sell it for?"

"At least five taels of silver per catty; as for how much he can sell, that's his business, I don't care." Chen Wuji said, "You can tell him this item is very rare; merchants engaged in dry trade will surely understand the ins and outs."

"Five taels?!" Chen Luozi suddenly shouted in surprise, "You little brat, are you robbing?"

"Robbing isn't as fast as doing business." Chen Wuji laughed, "Someone will sell for five taels of silver; let's try this price first, and if no one buys, we'll adjust."

Chen Bushi patted Chen Luozi's shoulder and said: "Business matters, you two farmers shouldn't meddle; even if I break it down and explain it to you, you still wouldn't understand."

"I don't understand, but I know at that price it definitely won't sell!" Chen Luozi said, "Such a little thing worth five taels of silver—only a fool gone mad would buy it."