Guan Shaohe was stunned at first, then looked confused, but soon, ecstasy appeared on his face. The businessman, who had always been gentle and elegant, seemed a little excited at this time, nodded vigorously and said, "Come on, why don't you? Fifth Master, how much do you have, I will collect as much as you want!"

He was not a fool, and of course he could see that the things brought by Han Mo were obviously not from the Central Plains, and it was very likely that the Gentile barbarians came over.

Since Han Mo said this, it is very likely that Guan Shaohe would not dare to imagine that the maritime trade route was opened.

There are countless wealthy businessmen in Qing State who want to go to this sea line. They have outstanding talents among merchants and a keen sense of smell. They have long known that once the maritime trade line is opened, the benefits generated will be immeasurable.

However, due to geographical problems, Qing State was blocked by the huge Yan State on land. Passing from the sea, not only did it open up the two barriers between Wujun and Donghai County waters, but most importantly, the scattered but powerful pirates at the sea were the biggest obstacle.

Many years ago, the merchants of Qingguo also gambled once and hired many guards to open up the coasts of Wujun and Donghaijun. They took several large ships of cargo to trade in the South China countries through the Great East China Sea. Halfway through the journey, they were robbed by the pirates, and the goods were robbed and killed. Since then, no one dared to take this sea route again.

Everyone understands one truth: in this era, only the Han family in Donghai County who can open up this sea route is the only one who can sit in the Han family, but the Han family is avoiding all kinds of pressures and will not do it easily.

Not to mention other pressures, just as the nobles are in business, the Han family will never lose face.

Although the identity of a businessman is not the most humble in this era, he is definitely a class that cannot be reached. The Korean tribe, one of the nine major families of the Yan Kingdom, will never lose his stance and develop sea routes.

In the eyes of every businessman with lofty ambitions, being able to open maritime trade is their dream career, but it is not tolerated, and everyone can only think about it in their hearts.

Today, Han Mo brought these Gentile goods, and the meaning of the words was obviously a sign of opening up the maritime trade route. As an ambitious merchant, how could Guan Shaohe not be excited?

But he calmed down in an instant. Han Mo was young and really capable of opening up the maritime business road? Can the old antiques of the Han family allow it?

Han Mo also saw the expression of joy and sorrow on Guan Shaohe's face and said with a smile: "Brother Guan, I'm here today to ask you for this sentence. Since you dare to accept it, Han Mo will be relieved."

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Guan Shaohe pondered for a moment before asking carefully: "Fifth Young Master, do you say there are thousands of such goods, then... these goods have arrived in the East China Sea?"

"No." Han Mo said straightforwardly: "I only have these items in my hand."

Guan Shaohe said "Oh" and continued to ask, "But I wonder when those goods will arrive?"

"Maybe two months later, maybe three months later... it will never arrive." Han Mo picked up the wine cup and took a sip, looking like he was enjoying himself.

Over there, Han Qing had already drunk a cup of wine, and he was still stuttering his tongue and feeling the smell.

Guan Shaohe seemed not to understand Han Mo's meaning and asked tentatively: "Fifth Young Master, do you mean that the cargo ship is still on the sea?"

Han Mo didn't keep it a secret and said directly: "The cargo ship has not gathered yet. Brother Guan, I'm here today. First, let you see these goods and give me a clear idea. Second, I'm talking to you. I'm preparing for this matter. Once it's successful, I need to collect a large number of specialties from the Central Plains and go to the countries in Southeast Asia to trade through the cargo ship. At that time, I'll ask you for these things about collecting specialties from the Central Plains."

Guan Shaohe stood up and bowed respectfully, "The Fifth Young Master is concerned about the sea route. This is the long-cherished wish of all people to get rich, and it is also the long-cherished wish of our merchants. Shaohe is not talented, and he is willing to thank the Fifth Young Master on behalf of the merchants in the world. As for collecting specialties in the Central Plains, he teaches the Fifth Young Master to give orders, Shaohe dares not obey his orders!"

Han Mo stood up and bowed, then asked, "In Brother Guan's opinion, if we really want to trade, how much goods should we prepare here?"

Guan Shaohe thought for a long time before he said: "There are many kinds of things in the Middle Earth. If you want to trade, in addition to luxury goods, some daily necessities and specialties are also needed. For example, silk brocade, tea, porcelain, calligraphy and paintings, flowers and plants, jade, etc. can be transported to trade. Let's try to get a complete range of categories, go to the other end, see which type of goods sells well and has a large profit. When we go to the second batch, we will purchase easy-to-sale goods. In this batch, we would rather have less profits, and we should explore the business environment there."

After a short speech, Han Mo was very convinced. After all, he was very fond of business, and he was not as good as Guan Shaohe who was immersed in the mall for many years. His words were equivalent to setting the tone of the theme of the first maritime trade, and even more for the long-term consideration, he saw very far. With this point, it was obvious that Guan Shaohe had an extraordinary vision and was really not an ordinary businessman.

"How much silver goods should be prepared?" Han Mo asked.

Guan Shaohe stretched out three fingers and said solemnly: "According to Shaohe's view, 30,000 taels of silver are indispensable."

"Thirty thousand taels?" Han Mo frowned.

Guan Shaohe immediately said: "Fifth Young Master, this kind of transaction is the first time after all, and it is extremely risky. We don't understand the geographical customs of the countries in Southeast Asia at all. We don't know what will happen there. It can be said to be a gambling. The Fifth Young Master looks down on Shaohe, and Shaohe is grateful. Shaohe is willing to pay 10,000 taels of silver to purchase goods for the Fifth Young Master. I hope the Fifth Young Master will not refuse."

Han Mo smiled, but his heart was irritated.

There are actually risks in doing such a business. Who can guarantee that there will be no traitors in the South China countries and forcefully rob the goods? Although that will even lead to the Han family sending troops, this batch of property will obviously be in deficit. Guan Shaohe can take out 10,000 taels of silver to bet, which is quite courageous.

Merchants are pursuing profits. Guan's trading bank cannot take over 30,000 taels of silver in total and bear all the risks. After all, the dealer is Han Mo. Han Mo doesn't take out the money and wants to eat the trade gap with nothing. That is almost impossible.

Thirty thousand taels of silver, converted into RMB, would be six or seven million yuan, which is really not a small amount.

Guan Shaohe took the initiative to offer 10,000 taels, which was to show sincerity, and the most important thing was to hope that this matter could be accomplished. If it were a treacherous businessman, he would never have given so much money.

They can even wait for overseas goods to arrive at a high price, and are unwilling to take out the money to bet on this unknown business.

No one has ever done maritime trade, and even one person has the possibility of a dilemma, let alone such a large business.

The first thing that Han Mo thought of was where the remaining 20,000 taels of silver would come from? Can he convince the old antiques of the Korean tribe to take out 20,000 taels of silver from the public treasury?

Although the Korean tribe has a great family and a great career, 20,000 taels of silver is really not a small amount. Without the permission of the sect leader and elders, it is impossible for them to get one tael of silver.

Of course, he also understood that Guan Shaohe took out ten thousand taels, which was considered to be the most righteous and fulfilling his responsibilities. This was his own risk, not Guan Shaohe.

If it were a domineering family, they might be shameless and even force Guan Shaohe to pay another 20,000 taels, and leave all the risks to the Guan trading bank, making a fortune by himself.

But Han Mo would not.

If Guan Shaohe treats him with sincerity, he will naturally treat others with sincerity.

Han Mo has always liked to compare himself to a mirror, because if he shows from his eyes that the other party is an enemy, he will be ten times more cruel than the other party, but if the other party is a friend, he will also do his best to be sincere.

If you want to trade with Guan Shaohe for a long time, you need both sides to treat each other with sincerity.

Now that Guan Shaohe has shown enough sincerity, he will also give back his sincerity, just like if one day he finds that Guan Shaohe is playing tricks with him, he will repay Guan Shaohe ten times the amount of viciousness.

Seeing that Han Mo was silent, Guan Shaohe asked carefully: "Fifth Young Master, are you... very embarrassed?"

Han Mo stood up, clasped his fists and said, "Brother Guan, I thank you today. Don't worry, I will give you news in the next few days. If it goes well, I will bring 20,000 taels of silver to the door."

"So great!" Guan Shaohe breathed a sigh of relief and clasped his fists and said, "Then I wish the fifth young master all the best."

Han Mo smiled slightly and said, "I will say goodbye first."

Guan Shaohe hurriedly said, "Fifth Young Master, if nothing else is done tonight, why not go to Bazhen Pavilion to drink together? Or go to Qingyifang to listen to the song?"

Han Mo shook his head and said, "There will be a chance in the next day. Today, I'm busy with work, so I'll leave first."

Guan Shaohe didn't force himself to stay, so he personally sent Han Mo out of the Guan family trade. When he saw him walking far away, he was deeply relieved.

The old shopkeeper came over, looked at Han Mo's back as he walked away, and whispered: "This fifth young man is very kind."

"He got cruel, you didn't see it. He was in Bazhen Pavilion that day, but he beat Xiao Jing to a few days without getting up." Guan Shaohe said slowly: "But this person has great courage. If the maritime trade is really done, he would have done a great good thing."

"Can this happen?"

"It's hard to say." Guan Shaohe frowned and said, "Han Mo seems to be a little sure, but the elders in his clan may not take such a big risk. Lao Sun, say hello to the road and let them start preparing to purchase specialties of Zhongyuan items. Once you have an order, purchase it immediately. I believe this will be done!"

The old shopkeeper said respectfully: "Yes, boss!"

"The person who came to Beijing is still on the third floor. Please find an opportunity to arrange for him to go out and ask him to be careful." Guan Shaohe whispered in his ear.

"I understand!" The old shopkeeper stepped back respectfully.
Chapter completed!