I'm writing novels in Liaozhai

"Well, then I'm ready to go."

"In such a hurry? Why don't you go back to Guobei County with us, so we can get together again?"

Zhiqiu shook his head: "Next time, I'm going to go shopping again, and then go to Lanruo Temple. If I'm free then, I'll meet you guys for a drink in the county."

“Also good”

After chatting for a few words, Zhiqiu got up and left.

After a while.

There was a sudden noise in the house:

"It's a shame, it's a shame"

"Bah, you shameless bastard"

"Obviously you are the one holding Xiaosheng, but you still have the nerve to say that Xiaosheng is shameless?"

"Nonsense"

Gu Ming couldn't help but burst out laughing.

He Yongliang immediately ran out in a panic: "What are you laughing at? Isn't it because you drank too much? You haven't lost your mind after drinking, have you?"

"That's right, who hasn't been drunk yet?" Dong Sheng also argued.

"Okay, okay, I'm too drunk, and the ghost has taken it, so it's time to talk about illustrations?"

"Yes, Dong Sheng, don't be ignorant, we have saved your life this time. If you dare not agree, you will be ungrateful and will be cast aside by the world!"

Putting a big hat on, Dong Sheng hurriedly cupped his hands: "Bosses, boys, I agree. Is it okay if I agree?"

"Hahaha, that's right."

After going through this incident, Dong Sheng seemed to have a complete understanding, and offered to go to the county together.

This is better, and it is more conducive to communication and modification between the two parties, saving you from running around and wasting time.

So, the three of them went out to eat something casually together, and then called a carriage.

Dong Sheng packed up, brought some clothes and utensils with him, got into the carriage and returned to the county together.

After the arrangements were made, the three of them sat down to discuss the illustration.

"Dong Sheng, take a brief look first, and I'll tell you about the characters later."

Gu Ming handed over the manuscript.

"Row!"

Dong Sheng responded, took the manuscript and read it intently for a paragraph, and couldn't help but exclaim: "Okay, the opening chapter is so fascinating that you can't bear to put it down."

"Hehe, so I want to add some illustrations to the book cover and pages. I believe the effect will be better. At the same time, the price can also be increased."

"That's for sure, I'm not boasting about myself, I will guarantee that the painting will be vivid"

Gu Ming nodded in relief: "Okay, let me tell you my opinion.

First of all, Cui Yingying is the daughter of a nobleman, so you must draw her gentle, noble and elegant image.

As for Zhang Sheng, although he is a down-and-out scholar, his family background is not bad, and he has a certain quack temperament."

Dong Sheng said rather proudly: "Don't worry, I will take a closer look at the manuscript later, and I will definitely satisfy you."

"Okay, but you have to do it as soon as possible. The sooner you finish the painting, the sooner you can get it printed."

"It depends on how many illustrations you need to include."

Gu Ming pondered for a moment and said: "It doesn't need too much. I think the most important thing is the cover. For the pages of the book, more than ten illustrations should be enough for the whole book."

"Well, almost!" He Yongliang nodded in agreement.

Then he smiled and said, "When this book is finished, I can draw Du Shiniang's story into a picture album in the future, and it will be more popular."

"Yes!" Gu Ming's eyes lit up.

Ordinary people can't read the written version, so they can make it into a comic book, even if they can't read, they can appreciate the people in the picture.

Of course, this is not original.

The origin of comic strips is quite early, even earlier than words.

For example, some ancient stone carvings and murals constitute groups of small stories, which can be regarded as the origin of comic strips.

The brochures that Dong Sheng drew before are actually a special kind of comic strips.

The story of Du Shiniang is relatively short, so it is more suitable to be drawn into a comic strip.

This is a profitable business opportunity.

Next, the three of them split up and got busy.

Dong Sheng is in charge of drawing, He Yongliang is in charge of finding someone to clean the yard, and Gu Ming is in charge of setting up the stall

Of course, setting up a stall at this time is no longer just to make a few small money, but mainly to promote The Story of the West Chamber.

Unpublished, build momentum first.

At the same time, I did not forget to take time to do daily tasks to earn experience.

"Xiu Cai, did you really invite Dong Sheng back to draw illustrations?"

"of course it's true!"

"Great, I haven't seen his paintings for a long time."

The uncle has a meaningful expression on his face, probably thinking that there will be some indescribable illustrations in the book.

Gu Ming was too lazy to explain.

As long as the popularity rises, the book will never worry about selling.

"Gu Xiucai, what are you doing, you actually did that kind of thing without telling my wife?"

After noon, just as Gu Ming returned to the stall after eating, Mrs. Su ran over in a hurry, which shocked Gu Ming into a cold sweat.

"Ma'am, I don't, don't talk nonsense"

"Hey, how could I be talking nonsense? You are writing a new book, and you are also studying. It is useless for Mrs. Ben to take care of your business without notifying such a big event."

So that's what she said

"Forget it, I'm just joking with you. In fact, my wife came here today to ask you two things."

"It's okay to ask, ma'am."

Su Ling looked around subconsciously, and asked in a low voice, "I heard that you got into a fight with that tigress from the Zhou family?"

This is no secret, there were many onlookers at the time.

Therefore, Gu Ming simply nodded: "That's right, there were some conflicts."

"Then I want to remind you that although Ms. Nie is standing in front of you,

In short, I heard rumors that the woman surnamed Yu said harsh words and said that she would never let you go. "

Gu Ming smiled indifferently: "It goes without saying that you can guess it."

"Don't be careless, after all, you know the Zhou family and Mr. Qin very well."

Hearing this, Gu Ming couldn't help but sullen his face: "Of course I know, otherwise, I wouldn't have been unknown back then."

Su Ling couldn't help sighing: "Oh, I thought you forgot it, so don't mention this shit.

Let me ask you the second thing. I heard that the study is run by you and Miss Nie in partnership? "

"Hehe, you really can't hide anything from Madam."

"Look, I knew it, but I heard that the yard you rented didn't seem very clean?"

This question must be clarified, anyway, the yard has been rented out, and the rent for five years has also been paid.

"It is true that there is such a thing, but it has been solved by an expert."

"That's good, will the investment be large? I have no other intentions, just a casual question.

If the money is not enough, my wife can also contribute."

After talking for a long time, Gu Ming finally understood what she meant.

Dare to love, she also wants to get involved.

Perhaps her purpose is not to make money, but to take this opportunity to establish friendship with Nie Xiaoqian.

In that way, it can be regarded as having a relationship with the county magistrate.

Chapter 31 The female university is not allowed to stay (three more)

With such a thought, Gu Ming couldn't help but move in his heart.

That being the case, why not go with the flow?

After all, Nie Hongshu had just arrived, and he couldn't stand alone. If he wanted to compete with Qin Shou, he had to recruit a group of gentry.

In terms of fame, it can be said that there is almost no difference between Zhou Yuan and outsiders in the county.

With the strong support of the county magistrate Qin Shou, his business name can be said to be smooth sailing, and it has monopolized nearly half of the official salt sales in Guobei County.

Salt is a necessity in every household.

However, it has been controlled by the government since ancient times. Selling private salt in private is a felony, and the punishment can range from ruining the family to ruining the property, or beheading!

It was also by virtue of obtaining the official salt permit that Zhou Yuanwai made a lot of money, as if he was the richest man in Guobei County.

Relatively speaking, the Zeng family was less popular.

But in terms of background, Zhou Yuanwai can only be called an upstart.

The Zeng family is truly a well-known country gentry in Guobei County. Some of their ancestors were elected and served as officials.

There are old houses in the outskirts of the city and thousands of acres of fertile land.Because of this, the Zeng family has a very high reputation in Guobei County.

When Qin Shou took office, the first person he visited was the Zeng family, which shows the influence of the Zeng family.

As a result, the old man of the Zeng family was quite aloof, and he looked down on Qin Shou, an official bought with money, from the bottom of his heart.

Therefore, the attitude is lukewarm and perfunctory.

Otherwise, it wouldn't be Zhou Yuanwai's turn to show off.

"Thank you Madam, I will definitely convey your kindness to Miss Nie."

Hearing this, Su Ling couldn't help but smile, and couldn't wait to ask: "How much money do you need? I might as well prepare it in advance."

Gu Ming pondered: "Let's talk about this later, after all, it is still under preparation."

"Well, my wife will wait for the good news."

After chatting for a while, Su Ling just left.

After closing the stall in the afternoon, Gu Ming went to the street to buy a small jar of wine and went to the county government office.

"Master, miss, Mr. Gu is here!"

Yu'er smiled and stepped forward to take the wine jar, and winked mischievously at Gu Ming.

Ghost spirit

"Master Gu!"

Nie Xiaoqian came out shyly and greeted her softly.

"Xiaoqian cough, the student has met Master Nie."

"Gu Sheng, why are you still here with a jar of wine? Are you trying to bribe me?"

"Daddy"

Nie Xiaoqian stamped her feet coquettishly.

"Hahaha, being a father is just a joke. Gu Sheng, sit down and talk, Yu'er, what? Is this girl running so fast?"

Without his order, Yu'er had already gone to make tea.

"Gu Sheng, you didn't come here today to find me for a drink, did you?"