coobybook Chapter 9 The Establishment of the Chamber of Commerce and the Legend of Soap
Chapter 9 The Establishment of the Chamber of Commerce and the Legend of Soap
Chapter Nine: The Establishment of the Chamber of Commerce and the Legend of Soap
Amidst the joyous news of the establishment of the Yunxuan Kingdom Chamber of Commerce, soap shone brightly in the market like a dazzling star. This novel product quickly spread throughout the capital, attracting attention from all sides.
Among those high-ranking officials and nobles was a princess of elegant bearing. She was graceful, beautiful, and her eyes shone with intelligence and curiosity. After hearing about the wonders of soap, she became extremely interested in it.
The princess asked curiously, "Is this soap really that magical? Can it make the skin so delicate?" she asked softly.
Her maidservant smiled and replied, "Your Highness, everyone raves about this soap. It's said to have unique benefits, making skin smooth, soft, and fair! Many people who have used it have given it high praise!"
However, not everyone was so optimistic. An elderly minister, with deep-set eyes and a face etched with the marks of time, held reservations about this new initiative.
He remained calm and collected, his skepticism and distrust written all over his face! He didn't believe such a miraculous thing existed! It was nothing more than a gimmick to promote sales and trick people into spending money!
"Is this soap, which costs so much to make, really that magical? Is it really worth the price?" the minister muttered to himself.
On the other side, a wealthy-looking man was also hesitant. He was pondering the truth of the minister's words, doubting the soap's efficacy, and worrying about whether he could afford to produce it. He was dressed in fine clothes, but his brow was furrowed.
"This soap is good, but it's really expensive. If it's effective, it's worth the price. But I'm afraid that, not only will it be expensive to make, but it won't be very effective either. Then the money will have been wasted!" The wealthy merchant frowned, sighed, and shook his head.
In this lively atmosphere, a clever and intelligent young man caught everyone's attention. His name was Jeremy Lin; he was quick-witted and sharp-minded, his eyes gleaming with determination. He had a different perspective on this item than others! Its high cost was justified; as the saying goes, you get what you pay for, and money should be spent wisely! Since it could be bought and sold in the market, it must have unique features that other items couldn't match! It possessed its own uniqueness and wonder! As long as it was within one's means, price wasn't a major issue; the main things were the product's effectiveness and quality!
"Everyone, price isn't the main issue; product quality is what matters! In my opinion, this soap is not just a cleaning product, but also an enhancement to one's quality of life," Jeremy Lin said with a confident smile.
A hint of appreciation flashed in the princess's eyes, and she murmured softly, "What this young master says is quite right. I'd like to try the effects of this soap!"
As time went on, the reputation of soap grew. High-ranking officials and nobles began to try this novel item. Suddenly, soap became an everyday item among the elite, and a hot commodity that the wealthy scrambled for! It also became a symbol of social standing and status among the common people, a way to associate with the powerful and influential! Being able to afford soap signified that one's social standing was not ordinary! Having soap, whether as a gift to relatives or a mentor/friend, was a refined act!
At a banquet, the princess became the center of attention. Her skin was as smooth as silk, fair and delicate, and she exuded a captivating fragrance, making the handsome young men surrounding her unable to resist! Since acquiring the soap, the princess radiated confidence! Those who approached her were irresistibly drawn to her natural scent! In an instant, the princess became the most talked-about figure among the noble ladies, the most envied goddess in their hearts, and the object of admiration for all the young men!
The princess's appreciation for the soap earned her the Empress's approval! The Empress successfully recruited her as a member of the merchant guild, thus beginning her extraordinary and unforgettable life!
"Princess, your skin is becoming more and more delicate and beautiful," a noblewoman exclaimed.
“Who says otherwise! The princess’s skin is getting better and better! Smooth, delicate, and fair with a rosy glow! The princess’s temperament is getting better and better!” a noblewoman chimed in.
"Yes, yes! The princess looks different from before! Now the princess is radiant! She is far superior to us!"
"Princess's skin is now like a peeled egg, so white, smooth and tender! What magical product has Princess used? Why don't you tell everyone? Princess can't keep it a secret!" another noblewoman said with a smile, teasingly.
The princess covered her face shyly while smiling and replied, "Don't tease me. Why would I keep anything from you? It's all thanks to that magical soap."
The elderly minister, who had initially been skeptical, was completely convinced by the soap's miraculous properties and versatility after trying it himself! His family witnessed its remarkable effects, and almost everyone—his wife, children, and even his wife—had a bar of soap! The minister changed his mind.
"This soap is indeed extraordinary; I was overthinking things," the minister said with a smile, stroking his beard.
The wealthy merchant present finally made up his mind and bought the soap. He even stocked up on a lot of soap for himself. His shop was bustling with activity every day, with people coming and going. The dignitaries who rarely visited his shop were now eager to see him, hoping he would sell them the soap! He was making a fortune! He exclaimed, "Although the price is high, it's worth it. My shop is constantly visited by people. Those VIPs who are rarely seen are all coming to see me, asking me to reserve the soap for them in advance! They're afraid they won't be able to get any!" The wealthy merchant said with a smile.
The streets and alleys of Yunxuan Kingdom were filled with the fragrance of soap. This novel thing brought new changes to people's lives.