[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-starting-from-the-blood-lineage-genealogy-to-bui":3,"chapter-starting-from-the-blood-lineage-genealogy-to-bui-starting-from-the-blood-lineage-genealogy-to-bui-chapter-18":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Starting From The Blood Lineage Genealogy To Build An Eternal Immortal Clan",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1611030,2074,"Chapter 18: East Market? West Market?","starting-from-the-blood-lineage-genealogy-to-bui-chapter-18",18,"\u003Cp>Xu Mingyuan arrived at the Chen family's main gate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The gate guard saw him and immediately cupped his fists, saying, \"Second Young Master Xu, are you here to see the eldest young master or the master?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These servants all knew that the Xu family and Chen family had an excellent relationship and frequently interacted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I'm looking for Uncle Ergou.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Second Young Master Xu, please follow me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Through cooperation with the Xu family, after five years of development, the Chen family had become one of the major landowners in Dongxi Village.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Compared to his older brother who was a second-rate martial artist, his life was clearly more comfortable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His older brother Chen Daming had married a wealthy merchant's daughter, but his own ability to earn silver was not strong, and he was not skilled at business.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two years ago, he had even borrowed considerable silver from his own father and father-in-law, using connections to enter the Qingjiang County government and become a government runner.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sometimes, he would also borrow money from Chen Ergou.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In front of his older brother, Chen Ergou was finally no longer submissive and obsequious, but could straighten his back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, if Chen Daming could become a first-rate martial artist, that would be another matter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was just that he was now at the age of no confusion, his potential long exhausted, and second-rate martial artist was already his limit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was precisely because of this that he had found a way to enter the Qingjiang County government.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>An iron rice bowl was at least stable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now, the Chen family compound had long been renovated with a new large courtyard built.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The area covered was half again larger than the Xu family's.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They had also hired an accountant, servants, and maidservants.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The full appearance of a genuine landlord.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Mingyuan followed inside the Chen family home and looked around, thinking, \"Uncle Ergou really knows how to enjoy himself. It's only been a month or two since I came, and there's another osmanthus tree, and even a decorative rock garden.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the front courtyard, Chen Daniu was practicing martial arts at home. Seeing Xu Mingyuan, he immediately stopped his movements and came forward with a smile, asking, \"What brings you here?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After Xu Mingyuan began practicing martial arts, Chen Daniu had also made the request to his father.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing that everyone in the Xu family practiced martial arts, Chen Ergou had also sent him to a martial hall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Black Tiger Martial Hall had Chen Daming's acquaintances, and Chen Daniu was Chen Daming's nephew, so at least he would receive some attention but whether martial arts practice succeeded depended on oneself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fortunately, Chen Daniu was different from Chen Ergou and had perseverance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He would get up at cockrow to practice martial arts and only rest at midnight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With the family sparing no effort in cultivating him, Chen Daniu's strength was also approaching Xu Mingyuan's. In another two or three years, becoming a third-rate martial artist would be no problem, and before age thirty he had hope of becoming a second-rate martial artist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Come, Ahyuan,\" Chen Daniu said, \"It's rare to see you when I come home. Let's spar a bit.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Now I won't lose to you anymore.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Next time. I'm here to see Uncle Ergou about something important.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Mingyuan smiled. Not mentioning that distant clan aunt of his who was beyond the five degrees of mourning, the temperaments of the Chen father and son were quite to his liking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Each matter was separate, and Xu Mingyuan distinguished very clearly because Xu Chuan had also set this example for them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Looking for my father? Alright then, but with you being so distracted, I'll overtake you sooner or later.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Haha, what's the point of comparing with me? Father forced me to practice martial arts in the first place. If you want to compare, compare with my big brother. In terms of martial Dao talent, I'm far inferior to him.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I'm not stupid, I'll just compare with you!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at Chen Daniu's smug expression, Xu Mingyuan was somewhat speechless and waved his hand, \"I won't disturb your practice anymore. We'll chat later.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, following the servant, he went to the inner courtyard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ahyuan, what brings you here?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Ergou's face lit up with joy when he saw him, and he waved at the nearby servant, having him leave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The servant cupped his fists and left the inner courtyard, returning to stand at the main gate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You're here about something, right? Come, come, come with me to the study to talk.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Entering the study, a row of bookshelves was filled with books.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Xu Mingyuan glance over, Chen Ergou explained with a smile, \"Just for show. You know Uncle Ergou doesn't have much learning in his belly, so I can only work on appearances.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I've increasingly felt lately that Brother Chuan having you all read and practice calligraphy from a young age was absolutely correct, and you didn't give it up even when practicing martial arts.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not like my Daniu. Now he's completely devoted to the martial Dao.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What he learned in school those few years, he's probably forgotten almost all of it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ahyuan, sit.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Ergou gestured for Xu Mingyuan to sit, then said, \"Would you like some tea?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No need, I just finished breakfast.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Mingyuan smiled and said, \"Uncle Ergou, it's not that bad. Daniu is still quite good. His future achievements in the martial Dao will definitely surpass his uncle's.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That's right.\" Chen Ergou looked smug. \"I've spent quite a bit of silver on him. If there were no results, wouldn't it all be wasted?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No more small talk. What did you come to see me about? Speak.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Ergou poured himself a cup of tea and took a sip.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Uncle Ergou previously mentioned to my father about opening a shop in the county seat, right?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That's right. Did your father agree?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Mingyuan nodded. \"Opening a shop, my father also agrees. Developing in Dongxi Village has limitations after all. The Xu family's future center will also be in Qingjiang County seat.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is that so?\" Chen Ergou's face showed delight. \"Then let us uncle and nephew discuss together how to open this shop.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No need, Uncle Ergou.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What do you mean?\" Chen Ergou was slightly stunned, looking at Xu Mingyuan in surprise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At thirteen years old, the childishness on his face was gradually disappearing, with several parts heroic bearing and several parts confidence between his brows.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Qingjiang County is different from the countryside. Most are high officials and nobles. If our two families are together and something happens, both families' years of effort will be lost.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So I suggest we separate.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You mean the two families each open their own shops and operate independently.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Mingyuan nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Ergou began to ponder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After these years of tempering, he was no longer a novice, and had his own calculations regarding commerce.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It's not impossible. Qingjiang County seat is the wealthiest and largest in scale among the nearby counties. The fruit and vegetable market is very large. As long as we don't open too close to each other, it won't affect each other's business and can maximize profits.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Chen Ergou was tempted, Xu Mingyuan said, \"Uncle Ergou, then let's decide this way. Father has already given me full authority over the Xu family fruit and vegetable shop in Qingjiang County. I still need to be busy handling things.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Qingjiang County seat is full of hidden dragons and crouching tigers. I also need to plan carefully.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Mingyuan took his leave. When leaving the inner courtyard, he happened to be seen by Xu Yan walking out of her room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She furrowed her brow slightly and walked to the study, saying, \"That was Ahyuan just now, wasn't it? What did he come for? Was it to discuss cooperating on the Qingjiang County fruit and vegetable shop?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That's right.\" Chen Ergou said, \"But after various considerations, I still decided to separate.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Each family opens their own shop.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We can't always use the Xu family's reputation for everything we do in the future.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That's not wrong, but at present...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Yan was about to say something, but Chen Ergou raised his hand to stop her. \"Alright, that's settled. You and I should also discuss the shop matter.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She sighed slightly in her heart. \"It seems the Xu family doesn't want to cooperate anymore.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Forget it. This way we don't need to worry about anything and can act freely.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wife, do you think our shop should open in the East Market or the West Market?\" Chen Ergou said, \"The East Market has many high officials and nobles, the West Market has more common people.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Naturally the East Market. The East Market is prosperous and earns more.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the Xu family home.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Father, do you think our family's shop should open in the East Market or West Market? The East Market, right? We've been selling in the East Market before, so there's already a foundation.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After pondering, Xu Mingyuan said to Xu Chuan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Chuan smiled faintly. \"Ahyuan, selling at stalls is ultimately different from opening a shop.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Opening a shop is like putting down roots. The East Market is prosperous, prices can be set higher, and profits will be greater, but behind the prosperity are tangled and complex interest relationships.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Father is inclined toward the West Market?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Chuan nodded. \"Today Father will talk to you about what a supermarket is.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He began to explain. Xu Mingyuan was clever with an agile mind, instantly understanding Xu Chuan's meaning and drawing inferences from it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"In the West Market, our Xu family can purchase fruits and vegetables from individual fruit farmers and sell them under the Xu family name. And produce from the Xu family itself can be designated as premium goods, priced much higher as a distinction.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Some individual farmers who are unwilling to sell can also establish cooperative relationships. Our Xu family provides the venue and collects some rent.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Our Xu family has the golden signature of green jade pears. It will be easy to build a reputation. With reputation comes popularity. This will drive sales of the fruits and vegetables purchased from ordinary fruit farmers, attracting more individual farmers.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just like a snowball, rolling bigger and bigger.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After being enlightened, Xu Mingyuan seemed to have an epiphany. His eyes grew brighter and brighter, as if he had discovered a new world.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Father, I'll go to Qingjiang County seat right away to discuss cooperation, select shop locations. I won't be back for the next few days.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Go ahead.\" Xu Chuan smiled slightly. \"Take Zhou Ming, Zhao Dalong, and the others with you. Remember to prioritize stability. Better to have quality over quantity.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, Father.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Mingyuan went to Bai Jing's place to collect several thousand taels in banknotes, then led his men toward Qingjiang County seat.\u003C\u002Fp>",1814,"2026-06-06T10:09:39.136Z",1,"novelbin.me","3926b402bce8fc1a61f26ca09ffd0a39f94ae7a384cca53dafc953f81e7977f7","starting-from-the-blood-lineage-genealogy-to-bui-chapter-19","starting-from-the-blood-lineage-genealogy-to-bui-chapter-17",454,null]