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Chapter 400 - 400 387 Offended
Chapter 400 - 400 387 Offended
?Chapter 400: Chapter 387: Offended Chapter 400: Chapter 387: Offended “It’s said that those who love what they do tend to do it better. Miss Zhuang, you’ve managed to make your shop and several workshops so profitable. I’m guessing that’s because you enjoy doing it,” Chu Jinnian said with a slight nod.
“Indeed.” Zhuang Qingning agreed without hesitation.
Of course, another reason is that poverty and debt have made her diligent and capable.
“Master Chu, are you asking because, like others, you believe businessmen to be tainted by profit?”
“Not at all.” Chu Jinnian shook his head, “On the contrary, I think that businessmen are essential.”
“Though some businessmen are ruthlessly opportunistic, driven only by their own profit, they also move goods from one place to another, facilitating circulation and turnover everywhere because of the profit that can be made.”
“From horses and iron ware to oil, salt, soy sauce, and vinegar, it’s all because of this that the common people can earn silver coins, ensure their livelihood, and continue to thrive.”
“Many people understand this principle, but the lure of silver often makes people lose their reason. Several have taken dangerous risks for huge profits and hoarded goods to the detriment of the common people. That’s why the imperial court frequently suppresses business to ensure it is not prioritized over other aspects of life.”
“Indeed, businessmen enjoy the comforts brought by silver coins, but it’s only fair that they pay a price in terms of reputation.” Zhuang Qingning smiled knowingly, “It’s a matter of give and take.”
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