Tao Qian himself did not expect that in this strange world, he could feel the happiness of Fat Mansion again.

But to be honest, the taste of this soda called "Dutch Water" is not as good as Coca-Cola, and is roughly equivalent to lemon-flavored soda.

As for Pepsi?

Is that thing drinkable?

Tao Qian complained happily, since no one in the world could argue with him.

He no longer bothered about why this world was so similar to the end of a certain dynasty in his previous life, but there were a lot of details that were completely different.

Not to mention other things, history alone made Tao Qian blind.

Although he is historically illiterate, he is certain that there was no thousand-year dynasty called the "Eternal Dynasty" in his previous life.

The current situation in the world is extremely chaotic and complicated. Although the imperial court called the Celestial Dynasty has a huge territory and looks very powerful on the outside, it is actually in its twilight years.

There are countless powerful enemies outside, and warlords are rising inside to separate themselves.

There are also natural and man-made disasters, and various plagues are raging.

Tao Qian wanted to know more details, and talking to two local aborigines was undoubtedly a good opportunity.

However, as the saying goes, too much talk leads to mistakes, Tao Qian did not intend to lead the topic too deliberately.

Just play the original person's style of sparing words like gold, and occasionally insert a sentence to lead to the information you want to get.

Unexpectedly, as soon as he made up his mind and sat down, the two men directly targeted Tao Qian.

It seems that it is related, or maybe it is really concerned.

Li Sanyu, the owner of the strange stone shop who looked like Lin Yongjian's brother, ate a piece of braised beef. After swallowing, he looked at Tao Qian with burning eyes and asked seriously:

"Sister Tao, I see that you have been working hard on selling books all morning this morning. It is completely different from the lazy and perfunctory way you used to be. Could it be that you are planning to live a good life?"

"If that's the case, I have a few business tips to share with you."

"I won't charge you too much, a mutton hotpot in Tai'anju will satisfy my brother's stomach."

Here, Li Sanyu patted his belly and just finished speaking, Jia Qiang, who looked treacherous, suddenly also laughed.

His expression was a bit more teasing, he picked up a peanut and threw it into his mouth, and then said:

"What a coincidence. Boss Li has some tips for making money. I also have a few, so I gave them to Scholar Tao together."

"But brother, I don't have much appetite, and I would rather feast my eyes. I heard that a color page advertisement has become popular in the provincial capital, which can magically print various colors onto the promotional page."

"Those big businessmen are playing tricks. It is said that they can directly draw those beautiful and delicate 'big horns', which will look exactly like real people, and even more charming."

"Let's just talk about this 'Guansheng brand Dutch water'. The big boss actually invited Huang Yueying to be the spokesperson of Lao Shizi, and even painted a promotional page with eighteen different poses. I heard a friend from the provincial capital describe it as so beautiful.

It’s bubbling.”

"Although our Xunxian County has a port and is considered prosperous among more than a dozen nearby counties, it can't compare with the provincial capital. It's a pity that this thing hasn't spread to us yet."

"But, it's not like there's no chance."

"I've heard that many booksellers sell those leaflets and pictorials into booklets. Although the price is high, it's definitely worth it."

"The bookstore will open soon. I can't get on those big bookstores without a 'book certificate'. Scholar Tao has to buy some goods anyway, so I'm going to work hard and help my brother to search. Huang Yueying's is the best."

, if there are others like Bai Feifeng, Li Zhuzhu, Feng Heng, Hua Rongrong... I won't dislike them, the more the merrier."

After saying this, not only Tao Qian, but also Li Sanyu on the side also cast a look of contempt at this guy.

Then, he turned to Tao Qian and added: "If it's not too hard, help me collect some for my brother. Books are not a problem. I have plenty of money."

Two old perverts... Tao Qian swallowed the ruthless complaints that reached his lips.

I can't help but sigh in my heart, have spokespersons and female celebrities started to have the effect in this era?

Despite his contempt, Tao Qian actually thought... ahem, after all, he had no grudge against Bai Huahua and the shiny silver dollar.

These two brothers seemed to have a really good relationship with the original person. Seeing that he was cheering up, they both wanted to give him some serious advice.

After only a fleeting thought, Tao Qian imitated the scholar and stood up, bowed to the two of them, and said seriously: "Brothers, please don't hesitate to give me some advice. The scholar will be very grateful."

Seeing Tao Qian showing this attitude, both of them were in a good mood.

It was the same Li Sanyu who pulled Tao Qian to sit down, nodded the small ponytail and said:

"Scholar Tao, although I am best at selling stones, the so-called buying and selling are actually just those things. You insist on genuine books, so I won't tell you the tricks that can really make money and are easy."

"The most important thing you should do now is to expand your sales channels. You can't just sell in the store. It's too stupid."

"Look at Shiyutang and Daguantang on the main street. In addition to the shops, people are also related to the official schools and private schools of various ethnic groups in the city. They sell books door-to-door. I heard that most of them are scholars, great Confucians, and old scholars.

If there is a new product secret book at my home address, I will send a salesperson directly to the door to sell it."

"You don't have much to do with it, and you can't show your face, so find another way. Shiyu and Daguan are restricted by government regulations, and the categories of books are restricted."

"Your small bookstore just doesn't have that restriction. Simply reduce the collection of classics and history, and mostly focus on novels about monsters, martial arts, shemales, love stories, etc., plus almanac copybooks, commonly used medical books, etc. Small profits but quick turnover. Although it is difficult.

If you are rich, it will not be a problem to make ends meet."

After Li Sanyu finished speaking, Jia Qiang, who was holding his mustache, nodded in agreement.

Then, showing a more proud look, he said loudly:

"Boss Li, this is a safe approach, but I think you can try something more exciting."

"You also know that because of the two failed wars, many young officials in the imperial court began to engage in foreign sports. They said they wanted to learn all the theories and secrets of Western ghosts and beasts to enrich the knowledge of our heavenly kingdom.

Library."

"We don't care about the big plans of those officials. Just know that even in Xunxian County, there are many people who are interested in those Western ghosts and beasts."

"As long as you buy what you like, you only need to buy some translated Western books. They will definitely be the only ones in the city and you won't have to worry about sales."

"But you have to act quickly, I'll give you some inside information."

"Our newly appointed Governor of Southern Guangdong, Mr. Ji, defeated a [Taiping Rebellion Army] and then wiped out a [Demon God Army] a few days ago. He has a great reputation and great authority."

"He was impressed by the novel weapons and doctrines of Western ghosts and beasts, and instructed his nephew to open a new [Dexing Bookstore]. He translated and printed a batch of Western books. You can ask about it when you go to the bookstore. If you can order some, the profit should be

Not small."

"By the way, in addition to this trick, there are also two sure ways to make money, including pin-up girl brochures and gaudy banned books. If you are willing to let go of your pedantic heart, you can also try it."

…

"Both brothers are indeed well-informed. The brief conversation just now was better than several years of studying. The scholar is very grateful."

"Tomorrow in Tai'anju, I'll treat my two brothers to try the mutton hot pot."

At the door of Chengyou Bookstore, Tao Qian pulled the two of them.

After a free round of flattery, the two profiteers who helped make suggestions left with satisfaction.

Of course, many of Tao Qian's words were sincere.

Although he had two memories, he had no real sense of many things and details.

We just had a conversation and made up for these.

He already has a fairly detailed understanding of the Changsheng Celestial Dynasty and the current situation.

Standing at the door, Tao Qian thought for a few seconds.

I walked quickly back to the store, took out a piece of white paper, and wrote:

"I went out to buy books and will open again tomorrow."

"There will be new products, we look forward to patronizing them."

The sixteen characters are easy to understand and the font is straight.

Inheriting the muscle memory of his original body, Tao Qian effortlessly acquired strong calligraphy skills.

He clapped his hands with satisfaction, turned around, closed the store door, and pasted the paper.

There is no need to pack more, anyway, the total net worth is "nine yuan, nine cents and fifty-three copper coins", all of which are carried in my arms.

After confirming that nothing was missed, Tao Qian checked the direction and walked towards the real lively place in Xunxian County, the port area called "Xunxian Wharf".

Naturally, he went there not to move bricks and goods, but to purchase goods.

It's quite incredible.

But the bookstore in Xunxian County is indeed at the pier.

Not only book trading, but also major agricultural products, salt, iron, coal, etc., and even some physical trading centers are all in that area.

Xunxian County is actually a relatively prosperous port town.

Of course, it is said to be a "bookstore".

In essence, it is just that several large book boats from the provincial capital will dock in Xunxian County at certain times.

The time is neither long nor short, just long enough for seven or eight bookstores, large and small, in the county to board the boat for purchase. Occasionally, the owners of some small bookstores from all over the country will go there.

The so-called book boat naturally refers to a boat that specializes in selling books.

This is also one of the characteristics of this province.
To be continued...