After bidding farewell to Zhang Zhongliang, Yang Xuan went directly to Prince Hui's Mansion.
Prince Ning wants to join, and his plans are not small, so this matter must be treated with caution.
Of course, from Yang Xuan's point of view, the more franchise stores the better, but such a large investment may lead to a situation where the guests are overshadowed.
After all, this is the Dasheng Dynasty, and Lin'an Mansion is the territory of Prince Ning.
If he wants to become a guest, not even Yang Xuan, but even His Majesty the Emperor may be unable to deal with him.
After listening to Yang Xuan's report, Prince Hui also fell into deep thought.
Logically speaking, there was no need for Zhang Zhongliang to tell Yang Xuan about Prince Ning's shareholding and such a huge plan, just to make Yang Xuan fearful.
But he just did it, and there might be some unknown plan in it.
"I wonder what Mr. Yang thinks about this?"
Yang Xuan thought about it over and over on the way here, and immediately said: "I think there are two possibilities. One is that the other party is bluffing. After all, Zhang Zhongliang said that he would open a branch first and use the experience to start a new business."
Prince Hui nodded: "This is very possible. After all, Shengfa Department Store brings more than just monetary benefits. So what is the other possibility?"
"Another possibility is that Ning Wang wants to use this as an entry point to focus on customers and gradually annex Shengfa Department Store and even Shengfa Company."
"hiss……"
Prince Hui stopped twirling his beard: "This matter is not impossible. Even if Prince Ning's information is more detailed, it is impossible to know that the Shengfa Company actually has the emperor's shares. In his opinion, Shengfa
The company is an industry led by you and jointly held by several princes and me."
Yang Xuan asked with some surprise: "Is it possible that he wants to plot against you and the princes?"
Prince Hui chuckled: "My imperial brother has been very competitive since he was a child. He has to fight to win or lose in everything. Although he did not win the throne, Lin'an Mansion pays the most taxes, money, and food every year.
With his temperament, it’s not surprising that he would have such an idea.”
Yang Xuan waved his hand and said: "If he learns from experience and starts a new business, then I can't control it, but if he wants to annex Shengfa Company, it is absolutely impossible."
He had served as a senior executive in the world's top 500 companies and had seen many examples of acquisitions and counter-acquisitions. Prince Ning wanted to annex Shengfa, but unless he launched an army to rebel, seizing the throne would be enough.
If it weren't for Prince Ning's identity, Yang Xuan could even launch a counter-takeover.
"So Mr. Yang's opinion is..."
"From a business perspective, I think it's okay to let them join. Even if they want to start a new business, Shengfa Department Store has nailed a nail in Lin'an Prefecture."
After the discussion was almost completed, Yang Xuan said goodbye and left, while Prince Hui went directly to the palace to meet the Holy Emperor.
The Emperor still needs to make a decision on this matter. When it comes to the struggle for imperial power, Yang Xuan does not want to wade into that muddy water.
With his small arms and legs, not to mention the level of Prince Ning, he could not withstand even a fight between several princes. A random wave could capsize his little boat.
The next day after turning his head, Prince Hui told him that the emperor agreed and would proceed according to Yang Xuan's opinion.
Sure enough, the emperor's ability to win the throne was not a fuel-efficient lamp.
However, in total, there were only fifteen state capitals in this great dynasty. King Yan of Youzhou Prefecture had the final say, and Lin'an Prefecture was the territory of King Ning. In addition to the military god in the northwest, and some other vassal kings, it seemed that
His Majesty the Emperor is also a little aggrieved.
Yang Xuan's current focus is on four-wheeled carriages. When the first batch of four-wheeled carriages are delivered, he will be able to quickly open up logistics and transportation in various places. By then, Shengfa Department Store will enter a stage of rapid development.
Then the pace of trade and exchange with the northern wolf tribe will be a big step forward.
Estimating the time, the cooperation between Prince Yan and Shopkeeper Na Wei should be almost done, and the convoy should be back soon.
When Lu Jingke sees the 600,000 taels of silver, he will definitely get carried away. When the time comes, he will give them some four-wheeled carriages and let his insiders encourage them. They will definitely go out for trade frequently, and even bring tea and other prohibited goods.
When Prince Yan also tastes the benefits and can't stop, he can use this as an excuse to force the opening of mutual markets.
To put it another way, the deceiver was able to get Prince Yan on board the ship. When the time comes, he will have no choice but to do so.
After discussing the details with Zhang Zhongliang, he said goodbye and returned to Lin'an. According to the terms of the franchise, the goods were shipped by Shengfa Department Store, and the stores were shipped by Zhang Zhongliang and Ning Wang.
However, this franchise agreement has not been actually signed yet. According to Yang Xuan, this is called business-to-business, so it cannot be the signing between Yang Xuan and Zhang Zhongliang.
According to Yang Xuan, Zhang Zhongliang and Ning Wang wanted to sign with Shengfa Department Store in the name of the Jiangnan Chamber of Commerce.
Zhang Zhongliang said that this matter must be approved by His Highness Prince Ning, so the matter was postponed again.
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Lin'an Mansion, Prince Ning's Mansion.
In the study, Zhang Zhongliang sat at the bottom, holding a tea cup but not daring to drink. He could only look at the person in front of him respectfully.
The one who can make Zhang Zhongliang so respectful is naturally His Highness Prince Ning.
Prince Ning was in his early forties, handsome and majestic. Even though he was deep in thought and silent, he still made Zhang Zhongliang sit upright and did not dare to slack off at all.
"Yang Xuan refuses to sign an agreement with you, but he wants to tie up the Jiangnan Chamber of Commerce. It seems he has some skills, which should not be underestimated."
Zhang Zhongliang quickly nodded and smiled: "Although this person is young, he is calm and mature. He was awarded the title of Cabinet Bachelor by the emperor. Even Grand Master Feng's appointment is related to this person."
Prince Ning nodded without showing any surprise. It was obvious that he had known this information for a long time.
"In that case, let's sign it with him."
"But there is a clause in the agreement that the Jiangnan Chamber of Commerce is not allowed to operate the same industry, otherwise Shengfa Department Store has the right to take over our branch."
"Humph, it depends on whether he has the courage to accept it."
Prince Ning said: "What's more, you can find an unrelated person to run the business in someone else's name. What can he do?"
"What the prince said is true." Zhang Zhongliang nodded and said, "I'm sorry he doesn't have the guts to act so recklessly in Lin'an Mansion."
Prince Ning nodded slowly and suddenly said: "But this person is quite talented. If possible, if I can win over him and use him, he will definitely be of great benefit to my plan."
Zhang Zhongliang's eyes also lit up: "Your Majesty is indeed very resourceful. If you get this person's help, Your Majesty's plan will definitely come true."
"Go and find out what he likes and give him what he likes."
"Yes, Your Majesty." Zhang Zhongliang cupped his hand, and then asked: "But, does Your Majesty have any ideas about the location of Shengfa Department Store?"
"Since we have to do something, we must do our best. If Tianfu renovates Shengfa Department Store from Changhui Temple, we will renovate Zhaoming Temple into Shengfa Department Store."
Zhang Zhongliang was stunned for a moment, then cupped his hands and said, "Your Majesty is wise."
