Chapter 119 Business (3)
"Miss Zheng."
"Long blessing to Chen Canjun."
After a quick walk in the cabin, he just said hello politely, and the girl took the maid back to the room. Chen Kai turned his head and glanced at the captain of the personal soldiers sent by Zheng Hongkui to protect his daughter, and did the same without saying anything.
Went back to the room to rest.
In the next few days, this unreasonable soldier captain was like an old hen guarding its chicks, staring at the eagle Chen Kai, fearing that a few more words would affect the girl's innocent reputation.
For such dedicated duties, Chen Kai is deeply grateful. If everyone is so dedicated, there will be no need to worry about big things. But even so, behind the scenes, he has to say, even Chen Kai has to say
I came up with the idea of asking Lin Dexiao to bring someone to give the guy who was blocking the cargo hold a good beating.
"Innate human rights and free love are sacred and inviolable."
Chen Kai has already planned to wait for the May 4th Movement, and then he can give this guy a lot of experience. As for now, he still has to endure it for the time being, especially since he still doesn’t know what the girl is thinking about him.
next time, not to mention that the last time they broke up on bad terms.
From Nan'ao Island to Xiamen Island, the ship traveled day and night and soon arrived at its destination. This is the area controlled by brothers Zheng Cai and Zheng Lian. It is also Chen Kai's destination, but it is not the girl's destination.
Because Zheng Hongkui's home is not here, but on Kinmen Island, which is not too far away from here.
"There's a chance."
Regarding this so-called chance again, Chen Kai didn't know when it would be, but at this moment, when he went to Xiamen Island, he no longer had time to think about it, because the purpose of his trip was not to accompany the girl.
He returned to Fujian, but came here specifically to discuss a major matter with Zheng Cai and Zheng Lian, Zheng Chenggong's apparent brothers.
"The lower official recruits the general to join the army and take charge of the military affairs department. Zhangzhou Prefecture also knows Chen Kai, and pays homage to Uncle Yongsheng and Uncle Dingyuan."
During their honeymoon period with the Lu Supervisory Dynasty, brothers Zheng Cai and Zheng Lian were granted the title of feudal Duke and Dingyuan Marquis, which was quite impressive. However, Zheng Chenggong had previously served Emperor Longwu, and now he was granted the title of Emperor Yongli.
Huangming's orthodoxy was not recognized by King Lu's supervisory authority, so Chen Kai naturally used the title of the Longwu court to talk to him.
Zheng Cai had nothing to do with this, but Zheng Lian showed dissatisfaction. However, his brother immediately stepped forward to give Chen Kai a gift, and he really couldn't say anything.
"I have heard for a long time that Chen Shenjun is unparalleled in his military skills, and he also has the wisdom and courage to break into a tiger's den and capture the tiger's cubs alone. Today I saw him, and he is indeed a man of great appearance and talent."
After helping Chen Kai up, Zheng Cai looked at it carefully and was full of praise. Chen Kai quickly returned the greeting, but still allowed Zheng Cai to mix it into his seat before turning around and sitting down to talk. This was too much.
His attentiveness was indeed beyond Chen Kai's expectations, but he didn't show it on his face. He just showed a slight hint of gratitude and stopped by his words to appear more humble. There is nothing wrong with that.
"I heard that my brother was assisted by Chen Shenjun, and now he has regained the land of Chaozhou. Now that he has come to my Zhongzuo post, what can he teach me?"
"All the people of the country are able to lead the army well, and the officers and soldiers are responsible for their lives. I am just a fool to get an official position. I am overly praised." Chen Kai stood up and bowed, then sat down again, and said to Zheng Cai: "I am here to be an official.
, I really don’t dare to teach calligraphy, but I do have a business, and I plan to discuss it with my two uncles.”
"Business?"
After hearing this word, brothers Zheng Cai and Zheng Lian looked at each other, and they all saw confusion in each other's eyes. Logically speaking, they knew about Zheng Chenggong, and Zhong Zhenbo Hongxu had always been in charge of sea trade.
Yes, Chen Kai's position in Zheng Chenggong's army was more of the Minister of Munitions and the Chief of Staff. However, Chen Kai came all the way from Nan'ao Island to Xiamen, but he always wanted to talk business, which really made them a little uncomfortable.
Can see clearly.
"It's business."
It had been a long time since he had done business in person. Chen Kai felt nostalgic for the old days, and was even a little eager to give it a try. Originally, he was fully prepared when he went to discuss with Zheng Hongkui last time. Unexpectedly, Zheng Hongkui just said a word about that matter.
Even if it was finalized and everything went smoothly, it was not challenging at all and it was really boring. Now that he met Zheng Cai and Zheng Lian brothers, Chen Kai was even more energetic and went all out.
Chen Kai's so-called business is nothing more than the sale of military uniforms. Kinmen and Xiamen are not far away. Chen Kai believes that Zheng Cai and the Zheng Lian brothers cannot have not heard about Zheng Hongkui handing over the production of military uniforms to Chen Kai's Ordnance Bureau.
Zheng Hongkui's choice, in his opinion, will naturally increase the success rate of his transaction this time.
"To be honest with you two uncles, the military uniforms of Lord Dingguo are now made by our Arms Bureau. The prices are low, the workmanship is quite strong and durable, and the military officers have received rave reviews..."
A five-star review almost came out, but fortunately it was collected quickly. However, at this point, Chen Kai could also notice that the brothers Zheng Cai and Zheng Lian really knew about this matter, and there was no trace of it in their eyes.
Any slightest surprise, the initial surprise, may be more of a wonder why he came here.
However, as far as Chen Kai is concerned, Zheng Chenggong's side is for domestic sales, and there is no difference between Zheng Hongkui and Zheng Cai. They are both for export. However, Zheng Hongkui's troops combined only have six or seven thousand troops, but Zheng Cai and Zheng Lian
The brothers are the leaders of a large army with 40,000 soldiers. Even Zheng Chenggong today only has half of their brothers' troops, or even less. If such a big customer can be negotiated, it will be very important for the expansion of the scale of the military uniform manufacturing workshop.
, that will definitely be a leap forward.
"Our brothers know what Chen Canjun said, and your quotation is also very suitable for us brothers. But with such a low price, won't the Ordnance Bureau suffer a loss?"
The low price quoted by Chen Kai comes from the production methods of the industrialized garment manufacturing industry and the huge labor cost difference between ordinary female workers and professional tailors. When Zheng Cai learned earlier that Zheng Hongkui ordered military uniforms from Chen Kai at a low price,
At one time, it was thought that Zheng Chenggong was losing money and making a profit in order to win over Zheng Hongkui, but now it seems that this is not the case at all. Apart from other things, if Chen Kai can be mobilized, it will definitely be profitable.
"To be honest with you uncle, when Xiaguan was able to increase the quantity of weapons manufactured, there were naturally some small methods that could be used to make a profit. Otherwise, the capital would be lost, and Guo Xing would not agree to Xiaguan. As for the method, it is passed down from ancestors.
I have to keep my craftsmanship a secret, please forgive me, please forgive me."
"It's okay, I'm just asking. We can still trust Yu Chen Canjun's talent and character, not to mention there's Da Mu?"
Zheng Cai looked so heroic, and Chen Kai naturally expressed his admiration for this. In business, the consumption and distribution of military uniforms is inevitable. If this cost can be reduced, it will also be good for Zheng Cai.
What's more, when ordering military uniforms from Chen Kai, all the fabrics used are from Chaozhou. Not only can it reduce the cost of cutting, but it can also reduce the consumption of fabrics, which can then put more fabrics at sea.
In terms of trade, what you earn this time is not just as simple as the difference in price between self-produced products and those produced by the Ordnance Bureau.
The business talks went smoothly, except for Zheng Lian who seemed a little dissatisfied and kept winking at Zheng Cai, but Zheng Cai was indifferent to it, which really surprised Chen Kai.
"There is one more thing. I would like to consult with Chen Canjun."
"Uncle, please speak frankly."
"The shipping fee..."
"The surname has been mentioned. Ding Guogong is an uncle, and the two uncles are brothers. They are all from the Zheng family. They are really relatives. When you want to go down to do business, you must try your best to get discounts. Regarding shipping costs, uncles don't have to worry.
It will all be borne by our Ordnance Bureau. In addition, I can guarantee that apart from the price quoted by me, there will be no other expenses, and I will never let my uncle spend even a penny more."
Chapter completed!