Chapter 1313: Worth the Money

Editor: Henyee Translations

This small bottle could fetch a price of at least hundreds of liang.

“This is the second batch, and combined with the 20 pieces from the first batch, we now have a total of 56 pieces. I have brought 10 pieces with me for Madame Shao to inspect, and I will arrange a clear distribution channel for the remainder. I will simply market them as imports from the West, destined for Su State and Jiangning. The asking price is 100 taels of silver per bottle. What are your thoughts, Madame Shao?”

Qiao Xuan could immediately discern the pure aroma and felt pleasantly surprised.

She grinned. “Young Master Zhao, your capabilities are truly impressive! I hadn’t anticipated that you could produce this perfume so quickly. I had expected it to take at least ten months. The scent is exceptionally pure, and the craftsmen you’ve engaged are clearly skilled. You must have invested quite a sum.”

Zhao Shu beamed with pride upon hearing her compliments, his smile nearly reaching his ears.

“Madame Shao, your words are too kind! It’s your superb craftsmanship that has earned such admiration from the craftsmen. Even some of the stubborn ones, who acted as if they were owed 2,000,000 liang, became quite compliant once they saw the banknotes!”

“We can’t just send them packing!”

“It’s definitely worth it!”

For years, he had been mired in pain and unresolved resentment, uncertain about his future. He had even experienced moments of despair.

Even if his suspicions were true, lacking concrete evidence made it a futile endeavor. Zhao Mu was his father, always towering over him, rendering him powerless.

Until he encountered Qiao Xuan and Shao Yunduan, who breathed new life into him and provided a fresh purpose. At last, he had his own career.

He felt a sense of accomplishment and pride he had never known before, grounding him and filling him with enthusiasm. He was finally driven.

He knew that his mother’s spirit in the heavens would be overjoyed to see him gather his life’s purpose and chart a new direction.

Qiao Xuan smiled. “Those with exceptional skills often possess strong personalities, and they tend to be fiercely loyal. They’re a better investment than those solely driven by material gain. Treating them well is not just advisable; it’s essential.”

“Don’t fret, Madame Shao.” Zhao Shu had never been short of funds, and he had a generous disposition. His smile radiated warmth. “I hold them in high regard as well. I’m offering 100 liang, and that doesn’t even include the year-end bonus you mentioned earlier. It’s far more than what they earned during their days in the incense trade. Uncle Qing and I have been discussing the possibility of mentoring bright young talents, ensuring they receive proper guidance. Of course, we’ll treat them fairly. Those willing to mentor new disciples will receive extra compensation, or they can choose to mentor independently. However, their apprentices must commit to at least 15 years of service in our workshop…”

Zhao Shu elaborated on his plan with Uncle Qing to Qiao Xuan.

Internally, Qiao Xuan nodded in agreement. She couldn’t deny that in the realm of business, her own knowledge was lacking compared to Uncle Qing and the other seasoned professionals.

Uncle Qing and his associates possessed a deeper understanding of the market and exhibited shrewdness and wisdom. They boasted decades of experience in various business dealings, encountering all types of individuals.

Their meticulous planning left no room for doubt. Finding a manager with the qualifications and competence to oversee such a venture was no small feat.

In fact, attracting such exceptional talent in the market was a near-impossible task, unless they stumbled upon an extraordinary stroke of luck.