Chapter 1940: Qi Lie, the Handyman (Patreon)

Chapter 1940: Qi Lie, the Handyman

  The price of sunflower seeds wasn't high, so there were also many interested onlookers.

  Da Niu spoke calmly, "The biggest dried fruit store in the capital gets its sunflower seeds from us. Nowadays, people use this fresh snack to entertain guests during holidays and festivals. During the New Year in Dong'an Prefecture, it has become an essential festive item in every household."

  "However, due to limited production, currently, sunflower seeds are mainly sold in just a few places. Not many people have tasted them. You can buy them and give them a try, they can also be used as gifts. Sunflower seeds have a delicious taste and are rarely seen, making them the best choice for gifts and hospitality."

  "Most importantly, they're affordable and everyone can afford them."

  After Da Niu finished speaking, he distributed some to everyone.

  Soon, some people were swayed by their curiosity. Some started buying one jin, others two jin.

  When Qi Lie brought Meng Yunzheng over, he saw the entire shop crowded with people, even the entrance was jam-packed.

  Qi Lie had seen how others opened their businesses before. Some wealthy families in the capital would make a big show when opening a shop, but he hadn't seen something as impressive as this from Lu Ji store.

  He turned to Meng Yunzheng, "Are you sure we need to go in and help your wife?"

  Meng Yunzheng looked up, gave him a glance, then took off the hat from his own head and removed the one from Qi Lie's head.

  Qi Lie, "..."

  "Lord Qi!" Some of the commoners recognized him and exclaimed in surprise.

  Qi Lie chuckled awkwardly twice, then turned to Meng Yunzheng with a not-so-subtle glare, "Stick close to me." He had been exposed, and now he had to ensure Meng Yunzheng's safety here.

  Meng Yunzheng nodded in agreement. Considering Qi Lie agreed to be the handyman today, he could stay close to him.

  Qi Lie took a deep breath, smiled, and entered the shop.

  The crowd had already cleared a path for him, and they respectfully watched Qi Lie as he walked in.

  Qi Lie presented his gift to Shu Yu, "Congratulations on the opening of Luji store. This is my gift. I wish the County Princess a thriving business and abundant wealth."

  "Thank you, Lord Qi. Please have a seat inside. Tea is ready in the inner room."

  "No need," Qi Lie waved his hand, "It's busy today, and you're all occupied. You don't need to entertain me. Since I've presented the gift, I'll take my leave."

  He walked towards the small door. Many customers had crowded behind him, and he couldn't easily leave.

  Unexpectedly, after a few steps, he exclaimed, "Huh?"

  Ever since they entered the shop, Qi Lie had been the center of attention. Though his voice was not loud, everyone still heard him.

  Seeing him stop, they stared at him in growing astonishment.

  Then, they heard Qi Lie chuckle, "Sunflower oil, you've transported quite a bit from a far distance. Back when sunflower oil first appeared, I negotiated this business deal with County Princess Lu, supplying it to the palace. The Emperor even praised me for getting a good price. The physicians in the palace frequently praised this oil, saying it's a great thing. Unfortunately, after I arrived in Changjin Prefecture, I haven't had it in a long time. County Princess Lu, give me a jar, let the kitchen use it today."

  After saying that, he handed a silver ingot to Jiang Fengshou.

  Jiang Fengshou declined, just smiling, "Lord Qi is too kind. Since you've brought a gift, we've already prepared a jar of sunflower oil as part of the return gift."

  As he spoke, Jiang Fengshou handed over a jar and a few packets of oil to the servant behind Qi Lie.

  Qi Lie nodded, "Alright then. I'll take my leave now. You all are busy."