Stand-in eunuch: I pamper the harem for the emperor

Chapter 856 Trade Secrets
Early the next morning.

According to the agreement, Su Xingyue took her daughter to find the quartermaster of the Ministry of War, who recommended Tang Jue, the Minister of War, hoping to get an opportunity to talk to senior officials.

Faced with the aggressive posture of the Chinese Empire, Tang Jue, the Minister of War, was under great pressure because of the serious shortage of military supplies, which had already made him a little troubled.

Unexpectedly, when he fell asleep, someone sent him a pillow, and the Su Family Chamber of Commerce sent him a message through the logistics quartermaster, saying that there was a large arms business to negotiate.

Upon hearing the news, Lord Tang Jue immediately personally met with the head of the Su family and his daughter Su Yifei.

In the lobby of the Ministry of War Yamen, Tang Jue chatted with the two guests and immediately got down to the topic.

"Master Su, I heard that you have a huge arms deal that you want to discuss with me. I wonder how big it is?"

Tang Jue asked with a smile.

"Reporting to your lord, this is the list of military supplies we can provide."

Su Xingyue quickly stood up and respectfully handed over a list.

This list was produced by Su Yifei last night. It records the military supplies, the quantity and the approximate reference price.

Mr. Tang Jue didn't pay much attention to it. After all, although the Su family has a large business, it still rarely involves military equipment.

In the past, they only supplied some military uniforms and quilts, which were not very useful in the war, and they could always find other merchants to replace them.

"Master Su, if I remember correctly, the Su family should be mainly engaged in the business of textile printing and dyeing and gold and silver jewelry, right? How come they suddenly transformed into armament supplies?"

Tang Jue took the list and asked with a smile.

"To be honest, sir, now that the Chinese Empire has invaded, all countries in the Western Region are actively preparing for war. It will be much easier to do business in military supplies."

Su Xingyue responded loudly.

"Hahaha... The head of the Su family has such a keen insight. Military supplies are indeed in short supply now. I hope that the military supplies you bring can arouse my interest."

Tang Jue opened the list and looked at it slowly.

"Please take a look, sir!"

Su Xingyue motioned to Mr. Tang to take a look before talking.

"Standard armor, knee pads and hand guards? What? 60 sets?"

Tang Jue muttered slowly, it didn't matter in front, but when he saw the number in the back, he couldn't help but exclaimed.

The other officials of the Ministry of War and the quartermaster were also stunned.

Many businessmen can sell them tens of thousands of units, which is already very good. Unexpectedly, the Su family sent 60 units.

These simplest standard armors and some protective equipment are standard equipment for soldiers and have a certain degree of defense. Of course, this is only equivalent to swords and bows and arrows.

Only some generals' armors are made of steel and have stronger defensive power, but the price is several times higher.

"What? One million bows and arrows? Two million swords and spears in total?"

Tang Jue exclaimed again.

If these things are equipped to your own army, its strength will definitely increase several times!

"What? And war horses? One hundred thousand?"

Tang Jue's exclamation sounded again.

The remaining officers of the Ministry of War and the quartermaster couldn't sit still and hurriedly came over.

Su Xingyue and Su Yifei looked at each other and showed a knowing smile at the same time, knowing that Master Tang was completely stunned.

"What? There's a chariot? A crossbow? My God of Light actually has a large trebuchet?" Tang Jue exclaimed one after another, and the other officials were completely dumbfounded.

This list is enough to equip an army of millions of soldiers, which is comparable to the current military equipment of the Zhou Dynasty.

If the Zhou Dynasty had obtained this military equipment, it would surely have become the first of the three great dynasties and the most powerful dynasty in the entire Western Region.

However, the price of such a large amount of military supplies is naturally quite high, and the price must be frighteningly high.

Tang Jue did a rough mental calculation and felt that the price of this arms supply was at least 30 billion taels of silver.

Judging from the current treasury of the Zhou Dynasty, if you buy it, it will cost at least [-]%, or more.

This amount of military expenditure is not included in Dazhou's budget. If it is to be increased, Dazhou's finances will be very tight in the next few years.

However, if they don't want it, the Su family will definitely sell it to the Western Han Dynasty or the Liyang Dynasty. By then, their national power will be at its peak, and the Zhou Dynasty will have to keep its tail between its legs.

no!This deal must be done!
Tang Jue made a decision in his heart!
"Cough...cough...Master Su, if there are so many military supplies, let's not talk about the price, are they real or fake? We also need to make sure. If the Su family can't deliver the goods, don't blame me for turning your back. You don’t recognize anyone!”

Tang Jue coughed twice and said coldly.

Su Xingyue was slightly stunned, thinking that she should meet this mysterious Mr. Lu, and then come to see Mr. Tang Jue. If there were not so many goods, wouldn't it mean that the Su family would be killed?
"Don't worry, Mr. Tang, there will be absolutely no problem with the goods."

Su Yifei responded in a deep voice.

"Miss Su, where are these military supplies? Are they in Haojing City?"

Tang Jue asked insinuatingly.

If he were in the city, he would directly order the destruction of the Su family and snatch these military supplies.

"The supplies are not in Haojing City. Only after we have negotiated with the adults can we transport these military supplies."

Su Yifei told the truth.

"I wonder if Miss Su can tell me? Where do these military supplies come from?"

Tang Jue saw that Su Yifei was leading the transaction, so he asked her directly.

"Master Tang, I'm sorry to tell you this, but you should know our business rules. Regardless of the source of the goods, we must pay the price and deliver the goods!"

Su Yifei's answer was impeccable.

"Hahaha... Miss Su is indeed amazing! No wonder His Royal Highness has always been obsessed with the girl!"

Tang Juele laughed loudly and played the emotional card.

"I think Mr. Tang has misunderstood. Su Yifei is just the daughter of a merchant. How can she get into the eyes of His Highness the Crown Prince? It's just rumors from the outside world!"

Su Yifei responded calmly.

"In that case, let's talk about the price? I saw the price marked by Miss Su and it is already 20.00% higher than the market price. Is it too expensive?"

Tang Jue looked at the beauty and asked with a smile.

"Master Tang, you should know very well that these military supplies are in hot demand right now, and other countries are rushing to buy them. Moreover, the price we purchase is already higher than the market price. As for the specific amount, it is a commercial secret, and I hope you can forgive me."

Su Yifei responded with a serious face.

What he said was completely true. Tang Jue knew this very well. However, businessmen are early birds who cannot afford to make profits. How could they not leave enough profits for themselves?

"Miss Su, as citizens of the Zhou Dynasty, you should think about the problem from the perspective of the dynasty and share the worries of the King of Zhou. This price should be lowered a little."

Tang Jue retreated and sought the next best thing.

(End of this chapter)