Chapter 768: Building an Information Network
Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation
Su Binglan had a gentle expression when speaking of helping the retired soldiers. When she reincarnated into this world and understood more about this continent, she wanted to do something to help it.
However, she could only do these things with sufficient funds. Therefore, she wanted to make a fortune as soon as possible. Now, she has established many shops and factories to earn her fortune through hard work and dedication to this continent.
She wanted to open a paper and printing factory to make papers more accessible to the common folk. With her printing technique, she could make books cheaper.
“Oh, I should also build a library.” Su Binglan wanted more people to educate themselves. Later, she would consider getting everyone to apply for an annual library card. With it, people could read and borrow books from the library for free.
That way, people from less fortunate families could read even if they could not afford books. Su Binglan thought it was an excellent idea.
Su Wenxiu was so shocked that it took a long time to return to his senses. He looked at Su Binglan but could not describe his admiration for her. He thought his younger sister’s thoughts were always noble.
Su Wenxiu knew his sister was not doing this to profit. Instead, she hoped to help many more people, just like how she opened her factories and shops to supply jobs for the villagers.
More and more people were grateful to Su Binglan, and Su Wenxiu was incredibly proud to have a sister like her.
Su Fengmao was surprised. “You want to hire retired and injured soldiers to work at the paper and printing factories?”
Su Binglan nodded. “Yes, including their family members. Those who served the Deceased Royal’s Mansion and fought in wars can work here. They will receive a monthly bonus and salary, and they can also live in the staff dormitories.’
During last year’s war between Dingzhou and Jianzhou, Su Binglan discovered that the injured and retired soldiers still relied on farming to live. The retirement money the military camp had given them was simply insufficient.
This era’s system was not perfect enough, and many retired soldiers could not be adequately cared for. Although the Deceased Royal’s Mansion was rich in funds, it was not easy to raise a few hundred thousand troops.
Su Binglan had always wanted to do something about that but never had a complete plan. Finally, she had an idea she could implement.
Su Fengmao’s heart raced as he said, “Binglan, I’m proud to have you as my daughter.”
He was once hot-blooded and had the chivalrous spirit to wield a sword and travel the world. However, he had limited abilities at the time and could only care for his family.
Still, he was passionate and dreamed of being a hero. Although there were some things he could not do, he did not expect his daughter to be able to do them.
Su Binglan smiled. “Father, I’m doing it because I want to. It’s not for money or fame. I’m delighted to do such a meaningful thing.”
Su Fengmao patted his daughter’s shoulder, saying, “Do whatever you need to, my dear daughter. I will always support you.”
“Me too!” Shen Qiuhua added.
Liu Yinyin hurriedly raised her hand. “l support you too! I have some money saved up, so I can give it to you.”
Su Wenzhe and Su Wenxiu also urged their sister to let them help. Although Su Binglan did not do it for fame and fortune, every student in the world would be grateful to her for making books and paper more accessible.
It was a plan that would go down in history, and the family was thrilled to be
a part of it. They could not wait to learn how to make paper and print books.
Still, the family wondered how retired soldiers could help in the factory.
Seemingly aware of everyone’s doubts, Su Binglan explained, “These soldiers’ families can work for a good salary to support their families. Then, everyone can afford better food and clothes.’
Su Wenxiu no longer cared about teaching because he wanted to see his sister make paper. He also wanted to help.
“Will we start making paper tomorrow?” Su Fengmao asked. If it were possible, he wished to help his daughter now.
Su Binglan smiled. “Papermaking can be complicated. We must first prepare the factory and get all the materials. We’ll only hire workers after preparing everything. Then, we can make and print paper.
“It’s not something we can do overnight. Father, Mother, you two should return to your rooms to rest first.”
Shen Qiuhua nodded, “Okay, you should do the same.”
Although the family was curious and wanted to learn more, they did not want Su Binglan to tire herself out. After saying a few things to her parents, she returned to her room.
As she entered the courtyard, a shadow descended, saying, “Greetings, Master.”
Su Binglan nodded at Su Yi and asked, “Have you settled everything?”
“Yes, Master. We’ve opened the taverns in all of Dingzhou’s counties and have started operations. Here’s the information we jotted down. Please, have a look, Master.”
“Perfect.” Su Binglan took the documents. After quickly reading through them, she smiled and said, “You guys did well.”
She opened taverns in various places to establish an information network. After all, it was the quickest and most covert way for the Sacrificials to gather the latest news and information.
Su Binglan had also set up these information networks for Lan Ruozhu and Luo Jin’an’s sake.
“If that’s the case, we must expand the winery. We must supply these taverns with wine, after all. Have you chosen who will work in these taverns?”
Su Yi narrowed his eyes and said, “We have, Master. They’re people from a slave farm who have expired contracts. They’re also from a formal place, and we’ve checked their backgrounds thoroughly. We can put them to work after some training.”
Su Binglan felt assured whenever Su Yi handled tasks. She said, “l agree. Still, we’ll need more people in the later stages. You can continue finding and training people.
“You can also find beggars with good backgrounds to work at the taverns.
Places where beggars gather are also where news travels the fastest.”
“Understood, Master.” Su Yi nodded. He genuinely admired his master for doing such things.
Everything Su Binglan had taught the Sacrificials was handy, and the knowledge she possessed was shocking. It was also their first time hearing of taverns.
“Remember, Su Yi, we’re not limited to Dingzhou. I want to open taverns throughout Chu Country, then the entire continent. We must do it as quickly as possible.”
No one knew when a war would break out. Therefore, information was critical..
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