allendalepharm Chapter 310 Buying People
Chapter 310 Buying People
"Then let your people come out and take a look." Jiang Youzhen planned to buy more this time, as talents are in short supply everywhere.
"What kind do you want? A maid, a manager, or an accountant or a servant?" Zhang Yazi had a premonition that a big customer had come today!
"I want them all. Come out and I'll pick a few." Jiang Youzhen sat at the top.
"Okay, wait a moment. Don't worry! I won't let you choose the bad ones."
Zhang Yazi said as he hurried down to bring people. Ah San then asked, "Why do you suddenly want to buy so many people?"
"I don't have anyone I can use, so I can buy them and train them." Jiang Youzhen smiled, "Third brother! Haven't you ever thought of going to the capital city to have a look? How many people are there in this small town? Even if you want to be the leader of the Beggars' Sect, there's nothing to fight for in this small place."
Ah San was stunned. "Go to the capital?"
"But I only know people in town. I don't even know the way around the city. If I go to the city, will those people still listen to me? Besides, the city has its own gangs, right? Will those people accept an outsider like me?"
"Of course, what to do depends on Third Brother. Only ruthless people can maintain a stable position. As for money, there is no need to worry. I have a lot of money in my hands, so it is no problem to support Third Brother."
Jiang Youzhen thought about it carefully and decided that the Beggars' Sect was actually pretty good. They were well-informed and had members in every corner. Since Ah San had such an ambition, why didn't she help him and pave the way for herself?
"This? I haven't even been to a county town, let alone a provincial capital. How easy is it to make a name for yourself? Besides, going to the provincial capital must be very expensive, right? How can I always use your money?" Asan sighed.
"In fact, I am doing this for myself. Third brother also knows that I am just a farmer's son with no power or influence. If Third brother can help me while realizing his ambitions, wouldn't that be the best of both worlds? As for money, it is all external things."
Jiang Youzhen shook his head and immediately stopped the topic when he heard footsteps.
"Third brother, go back and think about it carefully. I don't believe that they will not be tempted if there is money to pave the way. Everything is difficult at the beginning, but there is always a way."
However, after hearing Jiang Youzhen's words, Ah San's heart could not calm down for a long time. Of course, he yearned to go to the capital. How big is Yang'an Town? There are only fifty or sixty beggars in total, and some of them are old and some are young. It's not a big deal at all.
And since Jiang Youzhen proposed this, he must want his help, and he was tempted!
"Master Jiang, take a good look. These people are the ones in charge. Because the master's family committed a crime, their property was confiscated and they were sold off."
Zhang Yazi pointed at the men and women and began to introduce them. "This is the accountant. He has been doing this for more than ten years and is very experienced. There are two girls next to him. They are seventeen years old this year, which is the right age."
As he spoke, he winked at Jiang Youzhen, but it was a pity that he was winking at a blind man, because Jiang Youzhen didn't think much about it.
Jiang Youzhen walked up to the stewards first. The family was in need of a leader. Jiang Fugui and his wife were not very experienced, and she was going to the capital to study, so she needed someone with some skills to help her.
"Start with you. Tell us which family you worked for before, what crime your master committed, and why you were sold out. How old are you this year? Do you have any family?"
The first man who looked like a manager was probably in his forties. He was very thin, with a yellowish complexion, but his eyes were bright and lively.
"My name is Luo Manliang, I am 42 years old this year. I used to work in the residence of the Hengzhou prefect as the second manager. But last year, the Hengzhou prefect was confiscated and exiled because of corruption, and I was sold out.
During the sale, his wife died of illness. Now his son and daughter have been sold to other places and are nowhere to be found. "
As he spoke, his throat choked a little and he seemed to be still immersed in sadness.
The prefect of Hengzhou? Jiang Youzhen's heart was moved.
"Is it because of the iron ore case?"
Luo Manliang looked at Jiang Youzhen in surprise and said, "Master, that's right!"
"Put your hand out!" Jiang Youzhen suddenly said.
Luo Manliang immediately stretched out his hand obediently. Jiang Youzhen discovered that there were thin calluses on the tips of his index finger, thumb, and the first joint of his middle finger, indicating that he was someone who often held a pen to write.
"Next!" Without saying anything, Jiang Youzhen looked at the next person.
"My name is Dou Zhun. I am about forty years old. I used to be the manager of the wealthy Wang family in Beijing. I was sold out because of my mistakes."
This man was about the same age as Luo Manliang, and Jiang Youzhen took a look at him. Dou Zhun kept looking down at the floor tiles in front of him, not daring to look up.
"What's the fault?" Jiang Youzhen asked.
Zhang Yazi coughed lightly, with anxiety flashing in his eyes.
Dou Zhun paused for a moment before saying, "The master said that I accepted bribes from my servants, abused my power, and appointed people based on money."
Jiang Youzhen smiled, "Oh? Did you really accept the bribe?"
"Hehe! This matter is actually quite unfair. Dou Zhun was just treated to a meal and they used this as an excuse. Their mistress wanted to place her own people in the position, so she took the opportunity to do her part." Zhang Yazi was anxious, fearing that Dou Zhun would say something again.
If this continues, Dou Zhun will be in trouble. Will he have to support him?
"But is it the truth?" Jiang Youzhen asked.
Unexpectedly, Dou Zhun actually nodded and said, "Actually, I did accept some money. After all, it is the custom of the mansion. If I don't accept money, I will be ostracized, and I am just one of the managers."
Jiang Youzhen couldn't help laughing. This guy is quite interesting.
"You, Dou Zhun, stop talking nonsense. I know you don't want to be sold, but it's not up to you." Zhang Yazi was almost mad to death. Did this guy intend to stay here with him?
"Master Jiang is obviously a kind person, and he is also capable. If you can follow Master Jiang, it is your good fortune."
Zhang Yazi gave Dou Zhun a warning look, then said to Jiang Youzhen with a shy smile: "Don't listen to his nonsense. He just doesn't want to be sold. He still has some skills."
Jiang Youzhen smiled, and then pointed to the next three. The last three managers were not well-known, their original owners were either wealthy merchants or gentry, and one was a small manager of a noble family in the capital.
When asked why he was sold, the man simply said that he accidentally broke a jade bottle, which made his master angry and he was sold.
This reason was not far-fetched, but Jiang Youzhen noticed that his eyes were a little evasive, so he eliminated him first.
"Let these two be in charge!" Jiang Youzhen pointed at the two in front.
Zhang Yazi immediately smiled happily, waved his hand and asked someone to take the managers away, and immediately pulled Jiang Youzhen aside.
This is the rule of this business. Don't discuss money in front of servants. After all, they are human beings, not animals.
"Master, you have a good eye. These two are very capable and well trained."
"How much silver?"
"It's not cheap. You know, butlers and accountants are the most expensive."
Zhang Yazi smiled and gestured, "Twenty taels per person."