"I bought kelp once in our town from a passing merchant. He also taught us how to process kelp and how to cook with it. At that time, I bought 30 kilograms of kelp and took it back. After processing it and making it into dishes, the taste was really good." said Yun the butcher.

"It seems that your town is not far from the official road and is not small, otherwise merchants would not go there." The young man said in surprise.

"Yes, our town is indeed very close to the official road. We often see merchants passing by. Moreover, our town is quite large and has a large population." said Yun the Butcher.

"The big trading company I followed last year only went to larger towns and never went to smaller towns. My master told me that smaller towns have smaller populations and are not wealthy. The trading company couldn't sell many things even if they went there. The routes are all traveled by the big trading companies, and they know where to stop," the young man explained.

"Let's put it this way, young man. I want 20 kilograms of kelp, four salted fish, and two kilograms of dried shrimps. Can you calculate how much they are?" asked Yun the butcher.

"Uncle, if you want 20 kilograms of kelp, I'll charge you 250 wen per kilogram. Four salted fish will be charged 2,500 wen, so each salted fish is 625 wen. I'll give you the same price for dried shrimps." The young man quoted the price readily.

"Brother, you're giving us such a big discount. You won't lose money, right?" Yun Yiyi asked worriedly.

"No, little sister. These seafood products were indeed cheap when I bought them. What was expensive was the shipping fee. I just bought them by chance. Whatever I earned is mine, and I don't have to share it with others. My master bought more than me.

However, his products were all sold out. He used to buy local specialties from other places, and after a long time, he had accumulated many customers, so he sold faster than me when he came back. My master wanted me to take it over, help me sell it, and then give me a share of the money. My parents didn't agree, and wanted to train me, so when I had a break, I came out to set up a stall by myself. "

"It sells the fastest during the New Year period. It sells slower during this period. Especially with more and more refugees at the city gate, fewer people in the city come to buy. Even if they do, they don't buy much. After you finish buying, I won't have much left. I won't sell it. I'll take it home and eat it slowly later." The young man answered while weighing the kelp.

"Thank you so much, brother." Yun Yiyi said happily.

"You're welcome, little sister. My parents don't want the money from my sales, and asked them to keep it as their own money. So, it doesn't matter if it's more or less. Besides, your family wants a lot, so I don't have to set up a stall here. The weather is so hot, I really don't want to set up a stall anymore." The young man said happily.

The young man weighed the kelp and put it in a basket. The salted fish was also wrapped in dry lotus leaves. The dried shrimps were put in a small cloth bag. Yun the butcher wrapped the dried shrimps separately with oilcloth. A basket just held all these things. The basket was also given by the young man, and he didn't charge for it. This really helped Yun the butcher and his friends a lot. Yun the butcher didn't bring a basket when he went to the city, and it was difficult to load the scattered things he bought into the car.

After the young man finished the account, Yun the butcher paid the money. Finally, the young man helped put the basket on the cart and fixed it. As usual, cover it with oilcloth and tie it with ropes. This way it is safe and will not cause trouble.

After saying goodbye to the young man, Yun the Butcher and Yun Yiyi continued to walk forward. However, they couldn't buy much. The donkey cart was too full.

"Yiyi, let's walk along one more street and then go back. It's getting late now. When we came here, we were riding on a donkey cart, which was going quite fast. If we go back, we have to follow the donkey cart slowly, which is quite slow and will take a long time. We must save time. Once it gets dark, we'll be in danger before we even get out of the city." Yun the Butcher said sternly.

"Okay, Dad. This street is almost at the end. Let's turn to the next street and walk around. Then we can go back." Yun Yiyi replied.

"Yiyi is really sensible. We really can't stay in the city for too long this time. Later, when we settle down, I will take you to the city to play." Yun the Butcher coaxed Yun Yiyi.

"Then you must remember, Dad. When the time comes, bring my brothers along. They can help carry things."

"Haha, that's a good idea. When the time comes, let your brother follow behind and carry things." Yun the Butcher agreed immediately.

Yun the butcher and Yun Yiyi quickly turned to the street next door. There were not many pedestrians on this street. Looking at the things displayed in front of the shops, one could guess that this street had more shops selling rouge and powder, pawnshops, silver shops, and restaurants. Yun the butcher and Yun Yiyi walked around like a quick tour. Finding nothing to buy, they walked back.

Now, the sun was not far from setting. The pedestrians on the road were also in a hurry. The shops on both sides of the street began to put down their boards and prepare to close. Yun the Butcher and Yun Yiyi also quickened their pace.

Soon, Yun the Butcher and Yun Yiyi came to the street where they separated from Li Xiucai and Zhang the Hunter. When they got here, they were not far from the city gate.

At this time, Yun Yiyi found a few people gathered in a small alley beside the street, and it seemed that someone was selling things. It was a bit far away, so she couldn't see what was in their baskets. Yun Yiyi's little brain turned, this is a good opportunity. She can take this opportunity to smuggle some cotton and potatoes in the space. However, she must think carefully and not leave any loopholes. Yun the butcher is a very smart person, and it is not easy to fool him.

"Dad, I saw someone selling things in that small alley. I'll go see what they are selling. I need to sell it secretly. Dad, you wait here for me. That alley is too small and the donkey cart can't pass through." Yun Yiyi shouted as she ran over.

Before Yun the Butcher could say anything, Yun Yiyi ran over. Fortunately, they were not far away, and she could see them from here. But she couldn't hear them talking. Yun the Butcher waited there anxiously.

Yun Yiyi quickly ran to the alley, fearing that she would be stopped by Yun the Butcher. There was really no other way. If she didn't take out the cotton and potatoes from the space, it would be even harder to find an excuse later.

Yun Yiyi ran over and found three baskets in front of them. The first basket contained several large pumpkins, the second basket contained a hen with its feet tied up, and the third basket contained a small cloth bag, but it was unclear what was inside.

The three people who set up the stall looked at Yun Yiyi and said nothing. They continued to greet the curious customers. Yun Yiyi watched from the side for a few minutes and realized that the third basket was filled with various vegetable seeds. The three people who set up the stall came from outside the city to seek refuge with relatives in the city. They were three brothers from the same family. The relatives in the city helped them pay the deposit, arranged a place to live, and prepared enough food for them to eat for a while.

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