jdhmnovel Chapter 1042 Procurement 2
Chapter 1042 Procurement 2
The Le family's pharmaceutical business should have had established channels in the past.
Right now, Fang Nanzhi's taking over this matter has offended quite a few people.
If it weren't for the Crown Prince's jade pendant, and the Prince of Ning's heir still being imprisoned, someone would probably have come looking for her.
Seeing that his sister understood, Qin Yan didn't say anything more about it.
“There are medicine merchants supplying them, but more importantly, the medicine shops in this town don’t have a complete range of herbs. If you only go through them, you won’t be able to buy all the herbs you need.”
"Brother, do you know how to contact the original drug dealer?"
Fang Nanzhi asked directly.
Qin Yan smiled and nodded.
But it's too late to meet with the pharmaceutical company tonight.
"Zhizhi, the more you want to do something well, the less you should rush it."
Because of these words, Fang Nanzhi's anxious heart calmed down.
There was a time limit for gathering medicinal herbs, but she couldn't afford to make mistakes in the rush.
Her thinking wasn't comprehensive enough; she needs to refine it before taking action.
During the evening banquet, Fang Nanzhi shifted her focus, spending more time discussing the illness with the two managers.
She talked about common ailments among Beijing residents, and also asked about ailments unique to this region.
The two sides enjoyed their exchange immensely.
At least the two shopkeepers saw Fang Nanzhi's abilities; she truly lived up to being Master Zhou's disciple.
At their age, their experience in using medication is no less than theirs.
After the guests and hosts had enjoyed themselves, Fang Nanzhi learned about the herbs currently available in the two pharmacies.
"Dr. Fang, is there a missing ingredient in the medicine we're making?"
Manager Li cautiously probed.
Fang Nanzhi put down her chopsticks, waved her hand, and Anmei closed the door to the private room.
This behavior made both managers nervous.
“Logically, we shouldn’t reveal anything before things are settled, but… well, I get along well with the two managers, so I’ll just let you know a little bit.” Fang Nanzhi seemed to be in a dilemma.
The two shopkeepers appeared humble, but alarm bells were ringing in their hearts.
What do you mean by "getting along well"? It's only the first time we've met, how much of a connection do we have?
In fact, if someone uses this line to get close to you, they are definitely going to "scam" you out of something.
They're in business, don't they understand?
"Xing, the head of the Imperial Medical Academy, is ambitious and compassionate towards the soldiers. He intends to train military doctors."
"From now on, military doctors may belong to the Imperial Medical Academy."
Fang Nanzhi said with a deeper meaning.
Two sentences were enough to freeze Manager Li and his group in place.
They lived in a remote area, so naturally they were unaware of the commotion happening in the capital.
My first reaction is disbelief.
My second reaction was, what does this have to do with them?
After calming down a bit, I finally realized that if the Imperial Medical Academy trained military doctors, then the Imperial Medical Academy would be responsible for supplying the army with medicinal herbs.
In other words, the drug suppliers and pharmacies that used to provide the drugs will be replaced?
Doesn't that mean they have a chance?
Dr. Fang also leaked information to them. Could it be that she has her eye on them?
Manager Li and Manager Kong exchanged a glance, their eyes gleaming.
"I wonder what herbs Dr. Fang needs? My pharmacy doesn't have much stock, but we have many partnerships with medicine merchants and pharmacies in the prefectural city."
The subtext is that they can gather the necessary funds.
Fang Nanzhi raised an eyebrow.
It seems that human potential is limitless.
"There's no rush, managers."
"The key point of this matter is the training of military doctors."
Fang Nanzhi's words were pointed.
Manager Li and Manager Kong looked at each other in bewilderment. What did training military doctors have to do with them?
Are they going to forcibly conscript them as military doctors?
The two shopkeepers were worried. Even with imperial physicians teaching, few people would be willing to risk their lives to become military doctors.
Besides, their pharmacy was doing quite well.
"As you both know, our medical skills are passed down through generations, often to disciples or younger family members. This opportunity for the Imperial Medical Academy to teach military medicine is a once-in-a-century opportunity."
"Wouldn't it be a pity to miss such an opportunity?"
Fang Nanzhi's words made the two shopkeepers even more flustered.
What do you mean? Are you really going to make them military doctors?
Is it really still forced conscription?
"Dr. Fang, this..." Manager Li swallowed hard, trying to think of a way to refuse.
He thought it was a stroke of good fortune, but little did he know he'd get himself caught in the crossfire.
"At this opportune moment, wouldn't the two managers like to participate and cooperate with my Imperial Hospital?"
Fang Nanzhi looked at them intently.
Cooperation?
Manager Li and Manager Kong were confused again. It wasn't a forced requisition, it was a cooperation?
What do you mean?
Seeing that they didn't understand, Fang Nanzhi simply stopped beating around the bush.
"I intend to open up the positions of military doctors in the Le family army and recruit some doctors to intern in the army."
"Intern military doctors can also be trained at the Imperial Medical Academy."
Manager Kong scratched his head: "What does 'internship' mean?"
"I imagine that your pharmacies also have doctors who are newly trained but lack experience. What they lack are patients. Coming to the military for internships can help them accumulate experience."
"And the internship is time-limited. Once the time limit is up, you can leave the military camp."
Fang Nanzhi knew what they were worried about, so she might as well explain it more clearly.
"Internships should be conducted by contract, and the government can act as a notary."
Now, Manager Li and the others understood.
If military doctors can go to Beijing to study, then intern military doctors can too.
Rounding up, it's equivalent to having a nominal position as a military doctor. After learning from the imperial physicians, they can end their internship and return to their own pharmacies.
That means they had the opportunity to send their children and imperial physicians to study?
For a moment, both Manager Li and Manager Kong were breathing rapidly.
No one knows better than them how difficult it is to study medicine.
They were taught by their fathers from a young age, but after completing their apprenticeships, they relied on their own exploration and accumulated experience to gradually improve.
But the deeper one goes into medical knowledge, the more questions arise.
They want to ask others for advice and exchange ideas, but it's difficult for them. Who would be willing to teach others for free?
But now, the Imperial Medical Academy, the court's top doctors, can teach them. Doesn't that mean that once they return after completing their studies, they can have hope of revitalizing their families?
"Dr. Fang, how can I obtain a position as an intern military doctor?"
Manager Li was the first to calm down.
Such a pie certainly doesn't come for free.
Fang Nanzhi smiled and took out the list of medicinal herbs.
"How much of the medicinal herbs can the two shopkeepers gather?"
"As you all know, the military camp is short of supplies, so perhaps there might be some discounts on the price?"
Although it was a question, there were no preferential treatment options. Would the opportunity to become an intern military doctor, which meant learning from the Imperial Medical Academy, still be available?
Manager Li and Manager Kong finally realized what Fang Nanzhi was up to.
This is forcing them to bleed money, to secure a future for their offspring.
After the meal, Fang Nanzhi didn't ask them for an answer immediately, only saying that she would treat them to a whole lamb for lunch the next day.
Fang Nanzhi left satisfied, because she could tell that the two of them were already very interested.
The rest is just a matter of discussing the details.
Zheng Wanru boarded the carriage and couldn't help but say, "Zhizhi, you haven't discussed this matter with Physician Xing yet. Can't you make the decision yourself?"
After all, Zhizhi isn't from the Imperial Hospital.
Fang Nanzhi chuckled: "I'll write to Physician Xing and my master when I get back tonight."
Isn't that also acting first and informing later?
But there was no other way; the border was too far from the capital, and they couldn't possibly ask for permission every time they took a step.
Deputy General Yang didn't give her any time either.
The two returned to the inn, and Qin Yan went to rest after seeing that they were safe and sound.
Le Qi sought acupuncture from Fang Nanzhi and also wanted medicine to relieve her fatigue.
Fang Nanzhi was very generous and gave him several medicine packets that he could use for medicinal baths.
Fang Nanzhi wrote the letter, then yawned and went to bed.
The Li and Kong families, however, could not sleep.
Li family.
"Father, was it really the imperial physician who personally instructed the military doctors?"
Some people were skeptical, but their words hinted at anticipation.
"Given Dr. Fang's status, he wouldn't lie to us."
Manager Li still trusts this point.
Given his reputation as a disciple of Master Zhou, he deserves this trust.
"But military doctors mainly treat external injuries. Am I supposed to learn how to treat external injuries?"
Doctors should focus on internal regulation; they don't really value surgical or suturing techniques.
"Ignorant fool. Although many soldiers suffer external injuries, the internal care after an injury is also a difficult problem. Since the Imperial Medical Academy is willing to spend so much effort to train military doctors, they must not just teach them the basics."
Manager Li scolded him.
Actually, he felt that if he could learn some methods for treating external injuries from the imperial physicians, that wouldn't be bad at all.
"If I really become an intern medic, will I have to go to the military, and for how long?"
Manager Li had no way of answering this question.
"Dr. Fang's price is too low; we'll lose at least 30% of our costs."
"It's actually worth it to exchange 30% of the cost for an opportunity to learn from the imperial physician."
The Li family members each have their own opinions.
The Kong family was also not at peace.
Manager Kong looked at his clever grandson, his heart filled with hesitation.
The twelve-year-old boy looked up: "Grandpa, what's wrong?"
Manager Kong patted his head.
"It's alright. Grandpa is just lamenting that three generations of my Kong family have studied medicine, but each generation is worse than the last. Your father is dull in medical skills and can only make a living by farming."
"If we want to pass on this family business in the future, we'll have to rely on you."
Shopkeeper Kong had two sons, but one was dull-witted than the other. If they were to become doctors, they would likely become quacks who only harm people.
If it weren't for his clever grandson, Manager Kong would truly be ashamed to face his ancestors in the afterlife.
My grandson has a good talent for medicine. Even if he is better than me in the future, he won't be much better than me, right?
Looking at Fang Nanzhi, she was thirteen years old, only one year older than his grandson.
But Fang Nanzhi's medical skills might be even better than his, because she had a famous teacher.
If his grandson were to also become a renowned teacher, would the Kong family truly have a chance to rise in status?
As Manager Kong's heart burned with excitement, he made up his mind.
Fang Nanzhi arrived at the military camp early in the morning.
Having already received approval from Deputy General Yang, Fang Nanzhi felt that she could now have a voice in the army, even though she hadn't yet acquired the medicinal herbs.
The first thing she and Dr. Hua did was to clean up the medical tents.
The wounded soldiers, as long as they can move, must move.
Clean the medical tent and spray it with mugwort water for disinfection.
In addition, Zheng Wanru prepared masks and gloves, which she will need to wear when entering and leaving the medical tent.
There is also the basic hygiene of the wounded soldiers themselves.
Taking a shower is inconvenient, but you still have to wash your hands and face with hot water, and trim your nails.
I've been busy with these things all morning and haven't finished yet.
Before leaving at noon, Fang Nanzhi instructed Dr. Hua to clean out the medical books containing the commonly used medicinal herbs, in preparation for the arrival of new herbs.
Anmei drove the carriage to the restaurant, where a number of people had already arrived at the private room on the second floor.
This time, Fang Nanzhi invited not only Manager Li and Manager Kong, but also the Wu family, the Gu family, and the Cheng family, who used to supply medicine to the Le family army.
These three companies are all pharmaceutical merchants in the prefectural city. They supply various pharmacies and are said to also deliver goods to caravans heading south.
The army chose to purchase from them because they had a large stock of medicinal herbs.
These three companies aren't stupid either. After receiving the post, they contacted the person in charge of military supplies procurement for Lejia Army this morning.
From them, I learned that the procurement task was entrusted to a young girl who was someone of great importance, from the capital, and seemingly connected to the Imperial Medical Academy.
After thinking about it, I decided to keep the appointment.
They thought it might be a doctor from the capital who wanted to make a quick buck and was trying to get some credit, so the price he was paying for the herbs might be a little lower than before.
If the price is within their expectations, give them face; if it's really outrageous, it's okay to skip one business deal.
Anyway, now that Fang Nanzhi is gone, the military procurement matters will still have to be returned to the Le family army.
They had already made the connections, so getting supplies wouldn't be difficult.
Therefore, although the three were polite to Namgyal, they did not take it particularly seriously.
Fang Nanzhi didn't care.
This time she went straight to the point and took out the list of herbs.
"The Le family army has been guarding the border for many years, and their funds are limited. We'd like to use this amount," Fang Nanzhi gestured, "to buy all the medicinal herbs."
Mr. Wu, Mr. Gu, and Mr. Cheng's expressions all changed at once. If they weren't concerned about saving face, they would have started cursing.
You're dreaming! Why don't you just take it for free?
If we really treat them as medicinal herbs, wouldn't that cost nothing?
"I know that you all have had a tough time. Those who are willing to dedicate themselves to the military will be given a spot as an intern military doctor and can go to the capital with other military doctors to be trained by the Imperial Medical Academy."
Fang Nanzhi also laid out the benefits.
Boss Gu and his group exchanged glances.
When did military doctors start needing to do internships?
This young doctor from the capital, who always tries to avoid being forcibly conscripted as a military doctor, is indeed too young and makes too many assumptions.
They probably don't even understand the situation. Do they expect them to lose money doing business and then trick their people into becoming military doctors?
Mr. Gu was about fifty years old and hadn't had much hope for this matter to begin with.
Hearing this, he simply stood up and said, "Dr. Fang, I suddenly remembered that I have some things to take care of at home, so I'll take my leave now."
They won't even eat; they won't give you any face at all.
So what if she's Zhou Lao's disciple? She's just a little girl; she can't control things at the border.
Boss Gu left, and Fang Nanzhi didn't stop him. After all, it's not good to be eager to make a sale.
Boss Cheng and Boss Wu felt a little embarrassed for her. Although they also thought it was unreliable, they decided to ask anyway, so that their refusal would be more reasonable.
One should maintain a decent appearance.
As Fang Nanzhi explained the policies of the Imperial Medical Academy and what a trainee military doctor was, their eyes burned with increasing enthusiasm.
"Dr. Fang, is it true that intern military doctors can also study at the Imperial Hospital?"
Boss Cheng immediately got to the most crucial point.
Fang Nanzhi brought this up, but she's not from the Imperial Hospital, so can she make the decision?
Don't look back; they only recognize the military doctors on the roster.
Fang Nanzhi smiled faintly: "I can't guarantee other places, but the intern medics of the Le family army will definitely be able to go."
"I guarantee this with the reputation of my master."
Old Master Zhou, far away in the capital, sneezed violently. Could it be that his apprentice was thinking of him?
"In addition, we can also write this clause in the contract."
Fang Nanzhi thought for a moment and added.