From a son-in-law to a favorite of the empress

As for the murder case, the investigation to this point is almost solved. The next step is the struggle of the power class, which has nothing to do with Zhou Yuan.

In the next few days, he continued to copy the subsequent chapters of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" on the one hand, and kept an eye on the sales changes in the market on the other hand.

It is gratifying that "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" sold better than expected.

Due to the spread of "Linjiangxian", "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" has a wide reputation before it is sold, and has received a large number of orders.

The behind-the-scenes boss of Moyunzhai personally rushed to Yunzhou and organized a sales drama, using all means and hype.

So on the day of sale, there was almost a scene of thousands of people emptying the streets. The first edition was sold out directly, and the engraving workshop printed day and night, but it was in short supply.

The quality of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" itself determines that the climax is still to come. All readers who read it will be attracted by the magnificent historical picture scroll. Each character appears vividly in the book, heroic, passionate, cunning, and ingenious, all of which make people reluctant to put down the book.

With the previous popularity, the reputation continued to ferment and finally reached a huge climax.

The reading circle of the entire Yunzhou was crazy about it. Major poetry societies, literary societies, and examination circles held almost daily meetings to discuss various contents of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms".

This influence spread beyond Yunzhou in just two or three days.

Five or six days later, dozens of states in the entire Jiangnan region staged the miracle of the popularity of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms".

In addition to the circle of readers, people in major markets, restaurants, teahouses, and even streets and alleys were discussing this book.

They were fascinated by history, historical figures, and the plots in the book. The legendary and epic feeling was irresistible to anyone with normal aesthetics.

From high officials to peddlers, everyone is always paying attention to the latest sales situation.

In these six or seven days, Mo Yunzhai’s major branches in the Jiangnan region sold nearly 40,000 sets of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms", breaking the historical record.

"Master Yuan Yi, you've made a fortune."

The old shopkeeper was full of smiles, and his wrinkles gathered together, like a rotten chrysanthemum.

He said excitedly: "In seven days, 40,000 sets were sold. We have joined forces with dozens of engraving workshops and worked day and night to make them, but the supply is still in short supply."

"There is a huge gap in the market. Our price is 12 taels, and the black market has already been hyped up to 30 taels!"

"Scholars and families can actually give each other "Romance of the Three Kingdoms". This has never happened before."

Zhou Yuan suppressed his excitement and quickly counted with his fingers. 40,000 sets!

The average profit of one set can be about 5 taels of silver, which is the net profit of 200,000 taels of silver. I can get almost 80,000 taels!

I can buy the whole Baiyan Building!

His face was calm, and he said slowly: "You called me here just to say this?"

The old shopkeeper's attitude was very respectful now, and he quickly led the way and said: "Please go upstairs, my lady is waiting for you."

Hmm? This girl hasn't left yet? Logically, she should go back to Lin'an Prefecture to take charge of the overall situation. That's the headquarters of Mo Yunzhai, the core sector of the entire sales market.

Zhou Yuan went upstairs, but found that the screen from last time was gone. A woman in an apricot long skirt was sitting on a chair, holding a round fan as thin as a cicada's wing, looking at Zhou Yuan and nodding.

She looks very "smart".

Oval face, pointed chin, jade nose and jade teeth, thin but upturned eyebrows, clear eyes but occasionally flashing with brilliance.

This woman is very young, probably around twenty years old.

The first impression she gives people is beautiful, beautiful and dangerous.

Zhou Yuan sat down, took a look at the tea that had been brewed on the tea table, and smiled slowly: "Have you been waiting for a long time?"

The woman said lightly: "For a big man like Yuan Yi Zhenren, what's the problem with waiting for a day? The scholars in Lin'an Prefecture have already said that if they can meet you, they are willing to offer a thousand taels of silver."

Zhou Yuan was stunned for a moment, and hurriedly said: "When are you going back to Lin'an Prefecture? Take me with you. I want to accompany guests to make money."

This sentence was obviously unexpected. The woman laughed out loud, and her eyes narrowed into crescents.

It's just right.

The words of the man in front of him are just right for businessmen!

There is no nobleness at all, and no talk of any feelings, just talking about money.

"Qu Ling."

The woman said softly: "The seventh-generation granddaughter of Jinling Qu's family, and the big boss of Mo Yunzhai, what is the name of Yuan Yi Zhenren?"

Jinling Qu's family? Well, I'm short-sighted and have never heard of it.

Zhou Yuan waved his hand and said, "You clearly know my identity, why are you asking? I just want to know how much of my money will be? When will I get it?"

Qu Ling tilted her head and said, "Mr. Zhou is reallyYou are a smart person. I am sorry to be your son-in-law. "

Zhou Yuan said: "If you want to marry me, I can get a divorce."

Obviously, Qu Ling was shocked again.

How can a scholar talk like this!

Even a frequent visitor to the brothel, a self-proclaimed romantic playboy, would not make such a straightforward joke!

But Qu Ling did not feel disgusted, and even liked such a conversation.

She is also a smart person. She hates literary nagging the most.

She likes straightforwardness and efficient conversations, which are the qualities of a businessman.

"You wish."

The relationship became much closer inexplicably. Qu Ling rolled her eyes and said: "It is wishful thinking to want to marry a girl from the Qu family with a book, but you can talk about money if you want."

Speaking of this, Qu Ling smiled and said: "According to the total report from various places two hours ago, we sold a total of about 42,800 sets. The prices in various places vary. The total sales volume is about 635,000 taels of silver. "

Zhou Yuan was shocked. Damn, according to the price of twelve taels, it would be only five hundred thousand taels. How could it be so much?

Qu Ling seemed to see his shock and said softly: "We are businessmen. When things are selling well, how can we not raise the price?"

Zhou Yuan frowned and said: "With your wisdom, you should not raise the price. This is the best time to build a reputation. You should plan for the long term."

Qu Ling said: "Of course, the price of our Mo Yun Zhai has always been twelve taels, but we sell it to the black market at twenty taels per set."

Good guy, isn't this a scam with scalpers? It feels like a concert in the previous life.

Zhou Yuan thought about it and finally couldn't help asking: "Is the profit three hundred thousand taels of silver?"

In theory, the cost of each set is about seven taels, which should be about three hundred thousand.

"What are you thinking!"

Qu Ling chuckled and said: "We are all businessmen. Who would be a good man or a believer? When the market is in short supply and we are forced to work with major engraving houses to print overnight, the cost cannot be seven taels of silver. "

"Those engraving houses have long raised the price, wishing to suck all our blood dry."

"According to the latest statistics, the net profit is 230,000 taels of silver. Excluding various commercial taxes such as transit tax, exchange tax, store tax, and the dredging and management of various government offices, the money we actually get is about 185,000 taels."

This is the backward productivity that limits cost savings! Damn it!

Zhou Yuan sighed, and then said: "With this number, it is also very optimistic."

Qu Ling said: "More than optimistic, this money is more than the total profit of other books since the establishment of Mo Yun Zhai. It directly makes Mo Yun Zhai the real leader of the entire Jiangnan."

"The name of Yuan Yi Zhenren and the book "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" will continue to have an impact for many years to come. The benefits obtained by Mo Yun Zhai in this transaction cannot be measured in money. "

Speaking of this, she looked at Zhou Yuan and chuckled, "Do you know? The prefect of Jinling visited my old man the day before yesterday, hoping to get the original manuscript of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms". His attitude was very earnest. "

Zhou Yuan said: "So, when will I get my money?"

This is the issue that Zhou Yuan cares about most.

Qu Ling said seriously: "I'll round up 80,000 taels of silver for you. How about the silver note of Datong Baochao?"

"Silver note? Sure!"

Zhou Yuan nodded without hesitation. Today's silver note system of the Jin Dynasty is very mature. Although it is not a real world exchange, it has branches and exchange points in various provinces and states, which is basically reliable.

After finishing the business, Qu Ling finally expressed his more important request: "Mr. Zhou, when will you come to Lin'an Prefecture? Many people want to meet the author of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms". To be honest, I can't stand it anymore. "

This situation is not unexpected. Countless dignitaries and scholars have taken turns to fight. It is impossible for Qu Ling to not give in completely. After all, this is a society of personal relationships.

Zhou Yuan thought for a while before saying, "Six days, give me six days."

Qu Ling was overjoyed and stood up quickly, smiling, "Great, I'll wait for your news!"