bestfiction Chapter 57 Family Prosperity
Chapter 57 Family Prosperity
As time went by, under the meticulous management of Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling, the Marquis's businesses flourished. The newly expanded business areas yielded remarkable results, with shops in various locations bustling with customers and generating substantial profits.
The Marquis's reputation grew ever stronger in the capital and throughout the country, making them the object of envy and admiration. Su Jinxiu knew that all of this was hard-won, and she paid even more attention to the cultivation and management of her family members.
She established a family academy, hiring learned and talented teachers to instruct the younger generation, emphasizing not only knowledge but also moral cultivation. "The children of our Marquis's mansion must not only be talented but also virtuous," Su Jinxiu said at the academy's opening ceremony.
In business, Su Jinxiu introduced advanced management concepts and technologies, improving production efficiency and product quality. The Hou family's silk, porcelain, and other specialty products, due to their exquisite craftsmanship and superior quality, became the preferred choice for royalty and high-ranking officials, resulting in a steady stream of orders.
Xiao Ling played a crucial role in foreign relations and cooperation. Leveraging his extensive network and exceptional negotiation skills, he established close partnerships with wealthy merchants across various regions, further expanding the Hou family's commercial empire.
The prosperity of the Marquis's mansion attracted many talented individuals. A young businessman named Li Yunfei came seeking cooperation, bringing with him his unique business ideas and projects. "Miss Su, Mr. Xiao, I believe my ideas can bring new opportunities to the Marquis's mansion," Li Yunfei said confidently.
After careful consideration, Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling decided to give him a chance. Li Yunfei lived up to expectations; the project he was in charge of was a great success, bringing substantial profits to the Marquis's mansion.
However, some problems were hidden behind the prosperity. As the Marquis's business grew, some competitors began to collude in secret, trying to damage the Marquis's reputation and business.
"Recently, there have been some rumors circulating in the market about the quality of Houfu's products, which seem to be deliberately spread by someone," the steward reported to Su Jinxiu.
Su Jinxiu frowned: "Investigate the source immediately. We can't let these rumors damage the reputation of the Marquis's mansion."
After some investigation, it was discovered that a rival merchant was behind the sabotage. Su Jinxiu decided to take strong measures; she collected evidence and took the other party to court.
"Trying to go against the Marquis's mansion? Not so easy." Su Jinxiu's decisiveness caught the other party off guard.
After resolving this crisis, the Marquis's reputation was not damaged. On the contrary, Su Jinxiu's resolute attitude gave more partners confidence in the Marquis's family.
Meanwhile, the Marquis's charitable work was also in full swing. Su Jinxiu opened soup kitchens in the capital to provide free food for the poor; Xiao Ling funded the construction of schools and clinics to provide education and medical assistance to the people.
"The prosperity of the Marquis's mansion today is inseparable from the support of the people, and we should give back to society," Xiao Ling said.
The Marquis's good deeds earned the praise and gratitude of the people, further enhancing the Marquis's reputation in their hearts.
But just as the Marquis's mansion was immersed in the joy of prosperity, an even greater crisis was quietly approaching.
The imperial court's tax policy has changed, significantly impacting the Marquis's business. "The new tax policy will drastically reduce our profits; we must find a way to cope," Xiao Ling said worriedly, looking at the official document.
Su Jinxiu pondered for a moment: "We will first submit a memorial to the imperial court, explaining the situation of the Marquis's mansion and requesting appropriate reductions or exemptions. At the same time, we will adjust our business strategy and reduce costs."
However, their petition did not receive an immediate response from the imperial court. The Marquis's residence faced immense pressure and financial difficulties.
"What should we do? There's not much silver left in the account," the accountant said anxiously.
Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling tried to raise funds everywhere, but encountered setbacks at every turn. Just when they were feeling desperate, a mysterious figure appeared...