Struggle in the early Tang Dynasty

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Guo Ye once again talked about the advantages of running a newspaper, and Gao Shilian smiled and praised it well.

On the other hand, Yu Shinan's face was quite calm, and he gave two soft compliments: "After what you said, this private newspaper is indeed a good thing. However, how much is the cost of this newspaper? What is your price? You know, ordinary people care more about food, clothing, warmth and housing. If the price is too high, I don’t think ordinary people can afford it. In the end, your newspaper can’t be sold, and it can’t achieve the purpose of circulating among the people. Is it also a waste of time?"

When Guo Ye heard this, he secretly praised it. Sure enough, Jiang is still old and hot, and he hit the point in one sentence.

However, he had already made up his mind, and smiled confidently: "Master Jijiu's words are not unreasonable. But you don't need to worry about the price, because I didn't think about profiting from the newspaper. That is to say, boy This newspaper is basically a free gift. I will arrange for someone to deliver it to anyone who needs it regularly, and I will not charge anything!"

"what?"

Yu Shinan was shocked, and said in surprise: "Guo Ye, you have to think about it, Chang'an has a population of nearly one million, even if you sell [-] cents of newspapers a day for free, the cost is not something you can afford."

"Master Jijiu has filtered it." Guo Ye waved his hand and said, "I won't make profits from newspapers for at least half a year. I need to use half a year to cultivate the habit of reading newspapers among the people in Chang'an. When they arrive, they will read newspapers every day." I can’t do without reading the newspaper to understand the current situation and news. I will charge the fee. The boy can still afford the investment in the six months! Besides, although I will not charge the newspaper fee for the people in the six months, But I can charge fees from merchants and merchants? Because in my newspaper, I will reserve a special page for merchants and merchants to advertise their shops, even restaurants and inns, and charge a certain amount of advertising fees. "

Yu Shinan asked suspiciously: "Advertisement? What do you mean, what's the explanation?"

Guo Ye gestured and explained: "It's like Master Jijiu, you opened a restaurant, but you need to let more people know that your restaurant is of high quality and low price, and expand your popularity, so you must use some method to achieve your goal. This At that time, don’t you think that newspapers are born to serve their business?”

"Oh, the old man understands, understands!"

Yu Shinan suddenly realized: "You mean that you use newspapers to expand his popularity and help him attract more diners to eat. And he needs to pay you for the corresponding publicity expenses, right?"

Guo Ye nodded, gave a thumbs up and said in praise: "Master Jijiu is right in his words, I admire you!"

Yu Shinan suddenly stroked his beard and laughed loudly, and cheered: "Hahaha, not bad, not bad, each has its own needs and complements each other. It is indeed a clever trick for you to use newspapers to promote advertisements. At least it will make your newspaper more profitable. Operating at a loss. Good, great good!"

At this time, Gao Shilian was already attracted by the sunrise industry of the newspaper, and asked anxiously: "Boy Guo, you just tried your best to explain the newspaper to us. What does it matter if there are supervisors and censors at the old man’s censor’s platform earning clean money?”

After Gao Shilian said this, Yu Shinan nodded and asked, "That's right, what's the relationship?"

Guo Ye smiled and said: "Naturally it has something to do, Mr. Gao, Yu Jijiu, stay safe and don't be impatient!"

After finishing speaking, Guo Ye stood up suddenly, arched his hands and bowed to the two, and said sincerely: "Master Gao, Yu Jijiu, I want to invite two respected elders to join my newspaper office. From now on, Mr. Gao, you are hired as the honorary editor-in-chief of "Chang'an Weekly", and Yu Jijiu is hired as the honorary editor-in-chief of "Chang'an Morning News", and I hope the two elders will not refuse."

"Uh……"

Seeing Guo Ye's sudden move, Gao and Yu were at a loss for what to do.

They all asked in unison: "What is this honorary editor-in-chief? We have never heard of it!"

Guo Ye quickly explained: "The honorary editor-in-chief is to hire two respected elders to be named in our newspaper office, to help supervise the operation and management of the newspaper office, and to supervise the printed content of the newspaper from time to time to see if there are any mistakes. Unfavorable remarks by the court."

"It's that simple?"

The two of them were definitely very interested in the newspaper proposed by Guo Ye, and their eyes were shining brightly.

Guo Ye smiled and said, "Isn't it that simple? As for writing the contents of the two newspapers, I will entrust the two elders to invite your subordinates to be guest writers. For every article they write, I will pay them accordingly." This is the money earned from the pen, I think this should be done in a clean way, and the principles of the two elders should not conflict with the principles of being an official, being a man, and being yourself, right?"

That's it!

Gao Shilian and Yu Shinan looked at each other, and they thought to each other in their hearts, so this kid has this idea!

However, Guo Ye's invitation really made them unable to bear to refuse, because it was indeed a legitimate way to get money, and it could definitely supplement the family, and they had a clear conscience.

Especially Gao Shilian, who was always ridiculed by Yu Shinan for the emperor's relatives, was eager to try, and his heart was very excited. The old man earns the money for writing this article, it is fair and aboveboard, let's see what nonsense you old man Yu has to say.

Immediately, Gao Shilian took the lead in expressing his opinion, and waved his big hand in response: "Middle! I will agree to your request to be the honorary editor-in-chief of your "Chang'an Weekly". I am here on behalf of Yushitai's colleagues, thank you in advance Generous!"

Guo Ye shrugged his shoulders and said with a smile: "Master Gao, you don't have to be polite. They write articles, and I pay for the pen and paper. This is very fair. This is all based on work, and it is justified and aboveboard. Didn't the sage Confucius say it? There is Yan Ruyu in the book, and there is a house of gold in the book. I think it is an advantage to exchange silver for the articles of my colleagues!"

Gao Shilian was so happy that Guo Ye was wearing such a tall hat, he nodded his head in approval and said, "Well said, you get what you get according to your work, and you take it with confidence and integrity!"

Yu Shinan saw that Gao Shilian had already agreed, so naturally he couldn't fall behind, so he turned around and spread the word, saying that he, Yu Shinan, the master of offering wine, did not work for the welfare of his subordinates!

Immediately, he expressed his position to Guo Ye: "Guo Ye, since you are so sympathetic to the teachers and teachers of the Imperial College, how can the old man refuse to see outsiders? Okay, after writing articles in the "Chang'an Morning News", the old man will let everyone in the Imperial College study. The officials are responsible, and let them earn some money to supplement their families."

Guo Ye paid respects to the two of them again, flattering and shouting: "The two elders are clean and honest officials, and they have been upright all their lives. They are really modest gentlemen and contemporary celebrities! Boy, admire, admire!"

For Guo Ye's horses, the two of them should accept it calmly. Indeed, it is rare to see people as clean and honest as them in the officialdom!

This is the arrogance of their Qinggu literati, and they are absolutely proud of it!

Finally, Gao Shilian asked: "Boy, when will your newspaper office be open for business? I will definitely inscribe a plaque and present it to you!"

Yu Shinan also smiled and said: "That's right, the old man's handwriting is still on the table, and I will definitely write a plaque and deliver it in person!"

Guo Ye was in a very happy mood, and replied: "There are about five or six days to prepare. Once the preparation is complete, I will notify the two elders as soon as possible!"

"Good, very good!"

The two nodded one after another, expressing their understanding.

Guo Ye saw that the sky was almost dark, and wanted to leave.

Yu Shinan was so generous that he asked Guo Ye to stay: "Don't rush to leave, you have helped us so much today, you have to drink a few cups before leaving, right? I'll send my servants to buy some meat and food Water and wine, let's talk about it again!"

Gao Shilian also tried to hold back and said: "Damn, it's rare that you, a stingy wine priest, are so generous. You have to appreciate it, Guo boy!"

Guo Ye got up, and repeatedly declined: "Please forgive me, both adults. Now that "Chang'an Weekly" and "Chang'an Morning News" have honorary editors, I still need to find a suitable editor for "Datang Entertainment Weekly". The person in charge, isn't it?"

Hearing Guo Ye's words, the two of them naturally didn't want to keep them. After all, the newspaper office was about to open, so of course they had to put business first.

Immediately, the two got up one after another, intending to send Guo Ye to the gate of the courtyard.

A majestic royal doctor, Guo Ye's boss - Gao Shilian;

A dignified master of offering wine, Guo Ye's principal - Yu Shinan;

He actually personally sent Guo Ye to the gate of the courtyard. Guo Ye walked in front of him, exclaiming inwardly, how flattered he was!

Soon, he left Yu Shinan's small courtyard, left the Imperial College, and went to another place to find the right candidate in his mind, who would be the editor-in-chief of "Datang Entertainment Weekly".

Chapter 492 Miss You Ji Wants to Be Good

After saying goodbye to Gao Shilian and Yu Shinan, Guo Ye left the Imperial College, and the coachman was already waiting at the gate, ready to go.

After getting on the carriage, Guo Ye ordered in a low voice: "Pingkangfang, the wind is everywhere!"

blah blah~

After the coachman raised his whip, the wheels turned and headed towards Pingkangfang.

Pingkangfang is full of wind.

The person Guo Ye wanted to find was none other than the most popular Qing Dynasty official, that girl You Ji, who was full of literary and artistic atmosphere all the time.

When the building was full of wind, Guo Ye gave money to the old bustard, and went straight to see Miss You Ji.