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Huo Ran got a large amount of money, but Cheng Jinzhou didn't show much excitement. Whether it is his previous life or his current family, he can guarantee a good life. Cang Lazu is arrogant. When he talks about the number of thousands of taels, his expression remains indifferent, as if it is just a transaction of a few pennies.

A 13-year-old child was so calm, even though he was expected by Shopkeeper Shen because of his identity, he still admired him deeply: the demeanor of a so-called child of aristocratic family should be like this.

He couldn't help but ask again: "Third Young Master, do you want flying tickets, or cash or gold?"

The social life of the Great Xia Dynasty was roughly between the Tang and Song Dynasties. The so-called silver notes had not yet appeared. Instead, abbreviated versions of money orders such as flying notes often appeared in the lives of the upper class. It is a cross-regional transaction certificate guaranteed by the government treasury. The holder must first deposit an equivalent amount of silver in a certain place. After verification, the treasury will issue a flying ticket and designate it to be collected at another treasury. Compared with banknotes, which have a similar amount of silver coins, flying tickets have lower requirements on the government's credibility and can also help reduce the risks for both parties to the transaction. Although it is a lot of trouble, it can basically meet the needs of businessmen.

As for the nobles, if they need to withdraw large amounts of funds, they often trade in gold. At an exchange rate of 20 times, 100 taels of gold are worth 2,000 taels of silver. Its size is slightly smaller than a brick, and it is divided into 5 or 10 naked gold pieces, which is not conspicuous at all. Situations that require larger amounts of transactions often rarely occur, and the means can naturally change more.

Although supplies will still have to be exchanged in the end, it is better to get the money first so that there is bargaining capital, so Cheng Jinzhou said without hesitation: "Gold."

Shen Ping had expected it, waved his hand and sent someone to get it, then made tea and chatted with Cheng Jinzhou.

Aristocratic families can't rest assured when they need money, whether it is handed over to merchants or the court. Therefore, not only do they not have banknotes, but even flying tickets are not easily used by many families, especially those who have silver kilns at home. Not a few. Cheng Jinzhou wants gold, which is the standard behavior of aristocratic families.

The second shopkeeper of the pawn shop walked out with the servant who took out the money. Nine gold nuggets, smaller than a baby's fist, were placed in a small iron box covered with satin. They looked golden. There are five Kuping silver nuggets next to it, with a circle of fine lines surrounding the corners.

Shi Mo came forward and measured it on the spot with a scale, 1850 taels of silver. Not counting the extra 5 taels of silver, both parties breathed a sigh of relief after receiving their money. Shen Ping smiled and said, "Third Young Master, are you interested in taking a look at my collection?"

Cheng Jinzhou waved his hand sleepily, picked out four gold ingots from the box and said, "I want to buy some grain and wood. If there is cheap coal, that's fine. There is no need for anything else."

With that said, he put the gold ingots on the table and said, "Let's clear our previous account first."

Shen Ping blinked and said with a smile: "Three months have not come yet. According to the rules of the pawn industry, interest must still be paid."

"That's natural." Cheng Jinzhou nodded in approval.

According to Cheng Jinzhou's request, for ordinary people, pawned items cannot be redeemed whenever they want. Many items will be used by pawnshops during the pledge period, such as ships, horses, and mule covers.

Shi Mo took out the bill from behind. Shen Ping checked it on the spot and put it in his arms. Then he gently pushed a gold nugget on the table with his fingers and said with a smile: "Three pieces are enough."

Cheng Jinzhou borrowed 400 taels, with an interest of 280 taels, and the three gold pieces were 600 taels. In this way, Shen Ping got 80 taels cheaper.

Such a generous gesture made Cheng Jinzhou stunned for a moment, his eyes widened a bit, and he smiled and said, "Thank you so much, Shopkeeper Shen."

"We'll just send the boat back later." Shen Ping smiled with his mouth wrinkled, and then said: "In the lean season, food prices soar, and coal is not cheap, but it is wood. I wonder what you want Which one do you want?"

"Good wood needs to be tight." Cheng Jinzhou stood up with a smile. It is impossible for a pawn shop to have these things.

"If you are planning to build a house, it is indeed a good time to buy wood now." Shen Ping guessed: "It has already been the time to cut wood outside the city, but it is cold and freezing, making it difficult to transport. The little old man introduced a place, 50 miles south of the city. There is my Shen family’s manor here, which produces large trees.”

At this point, the businessman's face revealed his unintentional expression.

His appearance would probably make a scholar look at him with disdain, but Cheng Jinzhou smiled indifferently and nodded in agreement. He had to pay off his debt to the Star Alliance today, and he didn't have much time to choose.

Shopkeeper Shen sent Cheng Jinzhou straight to the mule cart and returned to the shop, stroking his forehead. Some low-level waiters saw him outside and commented, "I don't know which kid from the Cheng family wants to be picked up by the shopkeeper. He doesn't necessarily have any distinction." ...\

,"Someone next to him immediately hissed: "Be careful, I heard that he is from the third branch of the Cheng family Qing family branch."

"The prefect is going to be finished..." The man standing in the corner deliberately raised his voice, but was blocked by his companion.

Someone immediately said angrily: "You are seeking death."

"What's so great, my family's surname was Cheng back then, and my grandfather even served as a bodyguard for the young master of Yuezizhi..."

"That's the third young master of the third room of the Cheng family." The one covering his mouth said harder: "The one who killed people in Hongri Village."

Hearing this sentence, the muffled servant suddenly felt at ease, and someone else praised: "Look at that green screaming mule, it must cost at least 50 taels of silver. It is really rich."

"50? Can you try to buy it for 500 taels of silver?" Others sneered, and the crowd suddenly became noisy.

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Cheng Jinzhou only took Meng Dameng Er with him and rode Yueying to the south of the city. It took three hours to go back and forth for 50 miles. His riding skills were considered fast.

Like Xiding Mountain Resort, Shen Village has a woodland structure. The difference is that Shen Village cuts down a piece of forest land every year for land reclamation. In the era of fighting against nature, the court and local governments would encourage similar behaviors.

The denser the wood, the more expensive it actually is, and the customer service comrade is as stingy as ever. Thanks to him not requiring the wood to be dried, etc., the newly felled wood also cost Cheng Jinzhou a full 1,100 taels of silver. It was enough to repay the more than 300 Xingyuan he borrowed that day. As a result, he only had 100 taels of silver left in his hand.

"Go to the vassal treasury and redeem the 100 taels of flying tickets given by warlock Liu Kuangxing." When he got home, Cheng Jinzhou immediately ordered Shi Yan. The feeling of Chad's huge wealth being wiped out in an instant was as strange as vomiting.

Shi Yan responded, but didn't take a step, as if he wanted to speak but didn't dare.

Cheng Jinzhou said unhappily: "Why are you hesitating?"

"Master Cheng from Longzizhi is here."

"Charity-loving" Cheng Bingxun? Cheng Jinzhou frowned and said, "What's wrong? Making trouble?"

Shi Yan nodded repeatedly.

The legitimate son of the Cheng family is like an aristocratic version of a vulture, staring at carrion to eat. In addition to being disgusting, it is also overwhelming. Cheng Jinzhou's face narrowed and he said: "Where are you making trouble? Who is there?"

"It's in the front hall. The young master and the young lady are there, as well as your other clan uncles."

Of course, the person who came to the front office at this time was not to help. Cheng Jinzhou couldn't figure out the reason, so he got up first and asked as he walked: "Does grandma know? Where is it?"

"I haven't heard of it." Shi Yan shook his head.

"Call Meng Dameng Er..." Cheng Jinzhou paused and then whispered: "Go and invite Warlock Xiang Xinxing to come over. Just invite him. If anyone else knows about it, just give up. Go ahead."

Shi Yan's eyes lit up and he started running quickly.

Cheng Jinzhou took a deep breath, and without waiting for Meng Dameng Er to come over, he walked to the front hall. Before he could wait, he heard Cheng Bingxun yelling: "The utensils in the house are all public property, and no one can use them." Take it away, and guess it from me if you have the guts."

That tone and voice were even worse than those of a country man.

Listening to the sound of the fist-fighting assistant next to him getting louder and louder, Cheng Jinzhou felt a surge of anger filling his chest.

Adding insult to injury is even more disgusting than fighting against brothers.

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