Chapter 2496 - 51: Wang Shouzhe Is Doomed! (Part 3)

"Besides, the government office has also started inspecting and sealing our grain warehouse, claiming they received a report that harmful substances are mixed in our grain and need to be inspected. Additionally, all checkpoints leading to other Immortal Dynasties have begun to delay the transport of our Spirit Rice..."

"Hehe~" Wang Shouzhe chuckled, "Indeed, no matter where you go, similar tactics are always employed."

Since he had already offended Prince Wen Yu, Wang Shouzhe naturally had anticipated the strategies the other party might use.

One must admit that Prince Wen Yu is someone who cares about his reputation or, in other words, cherishes his "feathers." He’s using conventional commercial competition methods, not any particularly despicable or dirty tricks.

"Young Master, what should we do next?"

Seeing Wang Shouzhe remain so calm, Jiang Jian Mu was also influenced by his composure, slowly calming down, and cautiously asked.

"If I weren’t here, what would you do?" Wang Shouzhe did not answer directly, instead leisurely asked him.

Jiang Jian Mu’s heart skipped a beat, knowing the Young Master was intentionally testing him. He forced himself to calm down, thought carefully for a moment, and then slowly spoke, "First, through our past networks and relationships, we could grease the palms of the government office and various checkpoints. While Prince Wen Yu is indeed nobly born, our Jiang’s is also an old-branded Immortal Clan with deep roots. As long as we’re willing to pay a certain price, we can even try to appeal to the Saint Emperor. By then, the troubles at various checkpoints could naturally be resolved."

"Second, try to persuade the distributors to remain steady, even if we incur losses in this round, we must quickly collect the payments. Third, find someone to intercede with Prince Wen Yu, asking him to be lenient..."

"Change the third point to continuing the price war," Wang Shouzhe smiled, "Isn’t Prince Wen Yu trying to crash the market? Let’s continue to help him crash it. I have now gathered a sum of money, enough to slowly play along with him."

The cost of cultivating Spirit Rice in the Divine Martial World is inherently much lower than in the Sacred Domain. Even after adding transport expenses, it’s still considerably cheaper than the current selling price. Even selling at the current price, he’d still make some profit and wouldn’t lose money.

Even if the Spirit Rice becomes unsellable, he actually wouldn’t lose much. After all, the warehouses storing Spirit Rice are equipped with Formation spells, ensuring the rice remains fresh and flavorful even after decades or centuries of storage, without affecting its sale. It just costs some Spirit Stones to maintain the Formations, which might become unprofitable over long periods.

As for Prince Wen Yu, despite how grandly he is crashing the market now, with the cost of cultivating Spirit Rice in the Sacred Domain, he is burning money every moment, his losses are far greater.

Continuing in this manner, he does not believe Prince Wen Yu can outlast him.

Moreover, having funds now, he can also take the opportunity to gather a batch of low-priced Spirit Rice, and sell them slowly once the price normalizes, making another significant profit.

Such stratagems, even Wang Fugui was adept at when he was in his teens. Naturally, Wang Shouzhe is equally proficient.

Pausing, Wang Shouzhe continued, "As for appealing and complaining, your Jiang’s is quite skilled at it. Get Immortal Monarch Haoran to appeal to the thirty-one Immortal Clans of the Sacred Dynasty, and to every Immortal Dynasty. It’s imperative to let everyone know that after Jiang’s finally secured some food, Prince Wen Yu seeks to drive them to ruin."

"..."

Jiang Jian Mu was stupefied.

What does it mean that Jiang’s is skilled at complaining?

Nevertheless, the Young Master’s words made sense. Prince Wen Yu is known for valuing his reputation; under "public pressure," he might indeed relent. Even if he does not stop, a temporary retreat would buy Jiang’s some breathing room.

However, there’s still a problem in this.

"Young Master, why is Prince Wen Yu bullying Jiang’s? Without a valid reason, it’s difficult to convince others. After all, His Highness Wen Yu has always been known as gracious and courteous, not the domineering kind of prince."

"If there’s no reason, fabricate a reason. You could consult with the Baoguang kid," Wang Shouzhe suggested, "That kid is skilled at rumor-mongering, often coming from an unexpected and quirky angle, making it hard to guard against."

"Jian Mu accepts the command."

After listening to the directives, Jiang Jian Mu had clarity in his heart and bowed before retreating.

In the subsequent situation, no matter how Jiang Jian Mu "counterattacked," the change in situation had little effect, and the price of Spirit Rice continued to fall steeply, dropping below 30% of the previous highest price.

The sale of Spirit Rice by the Holy Domain Development Headquarters during this period was dismal, constantly facing obstacles, and advancement was exceedingly difficult.

And just when Jiang’s and the supporting Wang family fell into an absolute predicament, seemingly without any chance of turning the tide.

Drunken Immortal Building.

Cuiwei Residence.

This elegant pavilion located atop a small hill, surrounded by green bamboo, was filled with sounds of laughter.

The Prince Wen Yu, who had achieved a stage victory, and his trusted retainers were gleefully organizing a "team building."

"Following His Highness is truly the enjoyment of life," a plump, fortune-appearing middle-aged man praised while drinking "Tien Zhi Fragrance," "In my life as He Lian Duo Cai, it’s my first time tasting Level Seven Spirit Rice wine, truly thanks to His Highness’s great fortune."