vstars Chapter 129 Tasting Event
Chapter 129 Tasting Event
"Hahaha... that depends on how big Fellow Daoist Qingyang's appetite is?"
Kongming laughed heartily, staring at Qingyang with a meaningful look.
Upon hearing this, Elder Qingyang's heart stirred.
He knew that the Zhuge Kongming before him was unparalleled in wisdom and strategy, and that every step he took seemed to be full of hidden secrets. Perhaps Zhuge Kongming needed the foundation of his Jade Cauldron Sect.
Qingyang slowly put down his wine cup and said seriously, "Brother Zhuge, although my Jade Cauldron Sect is not a top sect in the country, it is quite well-known in the cultivation world. If you entrust this 'Flying Sky' wine to my sect for management, I am willing to do everything in my power to help you promote it to the entire cultivation world. However, the specific cooperation method still needs to be discussed carefully between us."
"Fellow Daoist Qingyang is indeed exceptionally intelligent, grasping things immediately. So tell me, how many gold coins should a jar of 'Flying Heaven' cost?"
Now that things had come to this, Kongming didn't beat around the bush and asked directly.
“In the cultivation world, a decent jar of wine usually sells for around 100 gold coins, while ‘Flying Heaven’ can fetch 3,000 gold coins. If it becomes popular, it could even be sold for 5,000 gold coins per jar,” Elder Qingyang said confidently.
Kongming's expression changed slightly upon hearing this. He knew that a fine warhorse only cost around a thousand gold coins, while a jar of wine could sell for three to five thousand. What did that mean?
Moreover, alcohol is a consumable product, so if production can be increased, the income could be quite substantial.
If you sell 1,000 jars a day at the lowest price, the turnover would be as high as 3 million gold coins, and 90 million a month.
Alcohol is inherently a highly profitable product; even after deducting costs, at least 70 million yuan would be earned.
Even the average sect's annual income is only this much.
If each jar of wine weighs ten jin, then the daily production capacity would need to reach tens of thousands of jin. This kind of pressure can only be placed on Zhu Ganglie.
Kongming glanced at Zhu Bajie without leaving a trace and found that the guy was counting on his fingers.
They're probably so focused on gold coins that they haven't even thought about production capacity.
"Ganglie, have you listened to Elder Qingyang's words?"
Kongming couldn't help but speak up to remind him.
"Hey! Boss, we're rich now..."
After Zhu Bajie finished counting on his fingers, he said this without a care in the world.
He immediately understood Kongming's meaning and nodded to him.
Seeing how confident this guy was, Kongming felt much more at ease.
Then he looked at Elder Qingyang and said, "Fellow Daoist Qingyang, as for how to cooperate, it's not that complicated. I'll just supply you with the goods, and I'll only charge two thousand gold coins for each jar of wine. How much you earn depends on your own abilities!"
Upon hearing this, Elder Qingyang's eyes flashed with a sharp light. "Brother Zhuge, what you mean is..."
Kongming nodded and continued, "As I said before, I am looking for a powerful force to be the chief agent for 'Flying Sky' wine. I observe that your Jade Cauldron Sect is powerful and has extensive connections, so you are a good candidate. But let me make this clear: if the sales are not to my liking, I have the right to revoke your sect's agency rights. What do you think, Fellow Daoist Qingyang?"
Upon hearing this, Elder Qingyang pondered for a moment, secretly making plans in his heart.
Becoming the chief agent for 'Flying Sky' wine would not only bring enormous benefits to the Jade Cauldron Sect, but also provide an opportunity to forge connections with more powerful forces and elevate the sect's status. This is undoubtedly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
"Brother Zhuge, I agree to all your suggestions, however..."
Elder Qingyang then changed the subject, "However, as the chief agent, we naturally need some additional conditions, such as exclusive sales rights."
Kongming smiled slightly, as if everything was under control. "Fellow Daoist Qingyang, rest assured, as long as your sect does not do anything to betray your trust, I will not supply the wine to other forces of the Tang Dynasty."
"A word is settled!"
Elder Qingyang immediately expressed his agreement, a satisfied smile appearing on his face.
"I can offer you a suggestion: hold a tasting event in the name of your sect, inviting various forces and cultivators to experience the charm of 'Flying Apsaras' firsthand. Once they take the bait, the power of word-of-mouth will quickly increase the popularity of 'Flying Apsaras,' and then the price will be entirely up to your sect!"
Kongming said, waving his feather fan.
“Good idea! I will return to the sect immediately and report this to the elders. I believe they will share my anticipation for this cooperation!”
After Elder Qingyang finished speaking, he eagerly left Wolong Manor with dozens of jars of tasting wine...
"Ganglie, immediately increase production capacity! Our good days are coming!"
After Qingyang left, Kongming spoke to Zhu Ganglie.
"Don't worry, brother, leave this to me, Old Pig. I may not be good at fighting, but when it comes to cooking, no one can beat me!"
Pigsy patted his chest, his eyes gleaming with excitement, then turned and left, his steps hurried, as if he could already see a bright future ahead.
Meanwhile, after Elder Qingyang returned to the Jade Cauldron Sect, he immediately took out the flying device that Kongming had prepared before he left.
After several core elders tasted it,
Their facial expressions were incredibly varied, their obsession with 'flying' was no less than Qingyang's, and perhaps even more fanatical, and they all expressed their support.
They immediately began preparations for the tasting event. They knew this was more than just a simple business collaboration; it was a golden opportunity to enhance the influence and status of the Jade Cauldron Sect…
The invitation to the "Flying Appreciation Conference" then circulated among various powerful forces.
At first, everyone scoffed at it, thinking it was just a new type of wine.
But when the specially made invitation was opened, an indescribable, rich aroma wafted out.
The aroma of the wine was unlike anything they had ever experienced before. Immediately, some powerful figures sensed a business opportunity and became very interested in the "Flying Fairy" wine they were about to taste.
After all, the invitation clearly stated that it was possible to recruit some forces to join, which was a great opportunity to earn gold coins.
Finally, the day of the tasting event arrived. The entire Jade Cauldron Sect was brightly decorated and filled with guests.
Cultivators and representatives from various factions gathered together to witness the first public appearance of "Flying Sky" wine.
Such a grand event could not be missed by Kongming, and he and Zhao Yun also came to the gate of Yuding Sect.
"Zhuge Kongming, you're still alive!"
Upon hearing this, Kongming waved his feather fan, clasped his hands in greeting, and said, "Fellow Daoist Gu, how have you been?"
It turned out that this person was none other than Gu Zhenzi, the Grand Elder of the Heavenly Thunder Sect.
Previously, due to Kongming's disappearance, the agreement between Tianlei Sect and Jinshan County was also nullified. Although unwilling, they were forced to withdraw from the territory of the Tang Dynasty.
Now, upon seeing Kongming again, Gu Zhenzi couldn't help but feel somewhat annoyed.
After all, he had made the decision to cooperate with Kongming, but in the end he gained nothing and returned home in disgrace, which greatly damaged his reputation.
He even suspected that Kongming had deliberately deceived him into using the Heavenly Thunder Sect as a free henchman.
Gu Zhenzi squinted at Kong Ming, "You actually dare to show your face in front of me?"