The Daily Life of a Rich Peasant's Boy in the Imperial Examination

Chapter 1478 The Grain-Trading Caravan Sets Off

After bosses Sun Shan and County Magistrate Wang gave their employees a pep talk, they were very motivated.

Sun Shan then asked, "Master Zhang, is the time here yet?"

Master Zhang shook his head: "Sir, it's not time yet. The best time to set off is half an incense stick later."

Sun Shan nodded and then told the migrant workers to say goodbye to their families properly.

It wasn't that Sun Shan wanted to make the ceremony so formal, but rather to create a scene of "spiritual victory."

This convinced the workers present that Master Zhang had calculated the best day, guaranteeing that they could successfully complete their mission on that day.

Sun Bomin gave De Ge'er a series of instructions, while Uncle Sun from next door was picking his nose and didn't seem to care at all.

Sun Dali ran up to Sun Shan, scratched his head, and asked, "Sir, while I'm gone, please don't leave the yamen. It's dangerous outside."

With the Sun family's guards departing this time, a security vacuum has been left at the yamen. In case bandits come down the mountain to rob the yamen, the master will have no one to protect him.

Sun Shan's lips twitched, and he said in a serious tone, "Yes, I know, I won't leave the yamen."

He paused for a moment, then continued, "Uncle Dali, this grain sale depends on you. Also, keep a close eye on Dege'er, don't let him run around everywhere."

Sun Dali confidently assured him, "Sir, please rest assured, I will definitely complete the mission."

Sun Shan then looked at the deputy steward of the Wang family not far away and said, "Whenever you encounter a problem, consult with the deputy steward. He is the most experienced steward in the Wang family. Listen to his opinions."

He paused, then added, "Remember not to be greedy. Once you've reached our target, let go. There's no need to wait for a higher price."

This trip involved selling grain to Dongting Lake, then using the profits to buy goods to sell from Dongting Lake to Chenzhou Prefecture.

Both the trip and the return trip must be profitable.

Walking alone is too tiring, so Magistrate Wang arranged for an experienced steward to accompany him.

Sun Dali nodded solemnly: "Master, I understand."

He paused, then asked, "Sir, if anyone on the road wants to follow us, should we charge them for their journey?"

The Sun family didn't know if they would encounter such a situation. If they did, they would take the travelers back to Chenzhou Prefecture and earn travel expenses.

Just like when the master used to travel with the镖局 (镖局, a type of security escort agency) in Sunjia Village, he also charged travel fees.

Without hesitation, Sun Shan said, "We only accept small groups of passengers, nothing else. As for the fare, it will be slightly lower depending on the local conditions."

We must always maintain the manpower advantage of the grain transport team, and we must not turn the tables on the passengers. We must resolutely refuse to accept passengers who are too numerous.

Another rule is that you can't steal business from local security escort agencies, so as to avoid unnecessary disputes.

Sun Dali understood and nodded again, saying, "Master, I understand. In short, the first goal this time is to sell grain, and the second goal is to make money."

No matter the method, as long as it's legal and doesn't involve crime, it's acceptable to develop projects and make money.

Sun Shan and Sun Dali were trying to come up with ways to increase revenue.

Dege'er was crying with tears streaming down his face.

The chubby little girl tugged at his clothes, her eyes red and tears streaming down her face. She cried out sadly, "Derber, Xiaoxiao will miss you. Xiaoxiao is waiting for you to come home."

This moved Dege'er deeply. He wiped away his tears and hugged the little chubby girl, saying, "Dege's good niece, stay home and wait for Dege to come back."

He paused, then added, "Derber will bring you delicious food and fun things."

The little girl's eyes sparkled, and she stopped crying instantly.

Hugging Dege'er's neck, she said softly, "Uncle Dege, this is what you said. Xiaoxiao is waiting at home for you to bring back delicious food and fun things."

Little Fatty still remembers that in Sunjia Village, Dege would bring back roast chicken, roast duck and roast pork whenever he had a day off.

Little Fatty was most looking forward to the Sun family returning from the city.

Little Black Girl looked at Dege with reluctance and whispered, "Uncle Dege, Little Black Girl misses you too. Little Black Girl is waiting for you to come back at home."

Dege picked up the little black girl and said with emotion, "Good girl, wait for Dege to come back and I'll buy you delicious food and fun things."

Upon hearing this, Little Black Girl's eyes lit up, and she nodded eagerly: "Yes, Derber, Little Black Girl is waiting for you to come back."

Hu Ming was much more sincere. Looking at De Ge'er, he solemnly pulled a willow twig from his pocket and handed it over.

He clasped his hands in a respectful bow and said, "Derber, Tiger wishes you smooth sailing and all the best."

Dege took the willow branch, his lips twitching.

Although Xiao Huming looks like Qingbei, his personality is becoming more and more like Shanzi's.

Look at that old-fashioned little guy, he's just like Shanzi No. 2.

Emma, ​​Hu Ming is so serious, it's so stressful to talk to him.

He's just a little kid now, but given time, he'll probably be Shanzi Plus 2.0.

Sending him willow branches is something only pretentious intellectuals would do.

Dege'er would rather Huming send him two sesame cakes so he can have something to eat on the road.

What good is a flimsy willow twig? It'll just end up being thrown away anyway.

That's what I think, but I can't say it like that. If Shanzi finds out, he'll definitely give him a piece of his mind.

Dege patted Huming's little head and said happily, "Okay, Huming, be a good boy and wait at home for Shanbo to come back. He'll buy you delicious food and fun things."

Hu Ming stood tall and straight, wearing a long-sleeved shirt, and shook his head, saying, "Uncle De, there's no need to buy Hu Ming any good food or toys. Hu Ming is doing well at home, so there's no need to worry about him."

De Geer: ...

Forget it, I won't talk to this old fogey; he's even more old-fashioned than the old fogey himself.

After we return from selling grain, I'll talk to Shanzi about it and tell Huming to learn from my cheerful and lively personality. It's not good for someone so young to be so mature.

Half an incense stick later, Master Zhang struck a gong, and the procession officially set off.

Little Fatty and Little Blackie cried their eyes out, clutching Dege's clothes tightly.

She cried out, "Derber, Xiaoxiao | Little Black Girl will miss you so much. Don't forget to buy some delicious food and fun things to bring home."

Dege, who was initially very touched: .....

I glanced one last time at Hu Ming, who was trying to hold back his tears as he said goodbye.

Compared to this, Hu Ming truly cares about him.

The relationship between the chubby girl and the dark-skinned girl is just a facade.

Seeing that Dege was standing there and wouldn't leave, Uncle Sun stepped forward and gave him a push.

He urged, "Hurry up and leave, don't be late. Go early and come back early."

He paused, then added, "Come back with a fortune; your father is waiting for your filial piety."

De Geer: ...

So heartbreaking. How could there be such a calculating father in this world? Why didn't my uncle adopt me back then?

Sun Bomin and Su Shi bid farewell to Dege'er with reluctance, and in every way, they seemed more reliable than his biological father.

Dege glanced at Sun Shan and saw him walk back to the yamen without turning his head.

Why are you so eager to go back before you've even left?

Are you really that willing to sacrifice yourself?

Even if you're willing to give it up, please at least put on an act! What happened to the promise of a lifelong brotherhood?

Pshaw, what a fake brotherhood.

Dege turned away sadly, hurriedly caught up with the group, and never looked back.

I'm afraid that if I turn around, all I'll find is fake affection.