anovelconsole Chapter 17 Buying Sheep
Chapter 17 Buying Sheep
A thousand dinars may seem like a lot, but it will eventually run out.
After receiving Galon's gift yesterday, Luo Xu has been thinking about how to make money work for him.
While listening to Eric's report on the wool business, he realized that the sheep breeding and trading process in Lantas village was already quite mature.
If he also raises sheep and can cooperate with Galon, he can get a share of the existing system.
More importantly, the sheep can be given to Alina's family to raise.
Alina's right hand is dislocated, so she can't do farm work. After the wheat harvest, the winter will be tough without any other income.
If they're willing to help raise the sheep, we'll share some of the profits with them after we sell them. That way, they'll have some income during the winter, and we won't have to worry about taking care of them.
Galon turned his head and glanced at Luo Xu: "How many do you want to buy?"
Luo Xu was about to speak when he suddenly realized that he knew nothing about the price of sheep.
He was so focused on whether raising sheep was feasible that he overlooked such an important matter.
However, since he was the savior of Galon's daughter, the other party should not overstate the price.
"The price of an adult sheep is 400 dinars, but the caravan will lower the purchase price a bit," Sarah's voice came from the side, her tone calm, as if she were chatting with Luo Xu.
"The lambs born this spring have been weaned for several months now, and they are just about ready to be raised."
Luo Xu cast a grateful glance at Sarah, who returned a sweet smile.
"How much are these half-grown sheep worth in dinars each?"
Autumn is not the season for shearing sheep, and buying adult sheep is too expensive. It's better to buy some half-grown sheep and raise them properly.
Galon's lips moved, but before he could speak, Sarah interrupted him: "It's usually 200 dinars each, but the caravan's purchase price is around 150."
When talking about the "caravan's purchase price," Sarah emphasized it.
Galon frowned and gave Sarah a disapproving look, but his expression returned to calm when he looked at Luo Xu: "Luo Xu, you saved Sarah, so if you want to buy sheep, I'll sell them to you at the caravan's purchase price."
Luo Xu thought for a moment and made up his mind: "Then I'll buy five half-grown sheep. I don't have a sheepfold yet, so I'll come and collect the sheep once it's built."
Galon nodded and said to the person beside him, "Eric, tomorrow you take Luo Xu to the sheepfold to choose sheep."
"Don't worry, Mr. Galon, I will definitely pick out a few good ones for Luo Xu."
Eric smiled, but a barely perceptible glint flashed in his eyes.
At this moment, Sarah's mother came over and placed the tray in front of them, on which was a plate of freshly baked chestnut cookies.
The sweet aroma of chestnuts mingled with the caramelized scent of baked flatbread, filling the air.
"Luo Xu, you should try it," Sarah said with a smile.
"I'll go wash my hands first."
"I'll go too," Sarah said, getting up to stand.
Luo Xu quickly stepped forward to help her.
After washing their hands clean by the basin in the backyard, the two returned to the hall.
Galon and Eric chatted about the sheepfold and didn't start eating anytime soon. Sarah's mother sat quietly beside Galon, clearly waiting for them.
Rosu and Sarah took their seats.
"Let's have dinner here." Galon reached out and took a chestnut biscuit.
Eric paused for a moment, then quickly put on a smile: "Then I'll have to bother you."
He wiped his hands on his trouser leg, then grabbed a cookie from the plate and popped it into his mouth.
"These cookies are baked really well!" Eric puffed out his cheeks and gave a thumbs up.
The chestnut cookies are topped with nuts and have a wonderful aroma.
Luo Xu reached out and picked up a cookie, putting it in his mouth, his eyes lighting up.
Although he had eaten many biscuits in modern times, he had never tasted anything so delicious.
"tasty!"
"Of course, my mom's cookies are the best," Sarah said with a smile, her eyes full of pride.
After finishing the chestnut cookies, it was soon time for dinner.
Galon sat in the main seat, with Otto and Eric beside him, and Sarah's mother sitting opposite Galon.
Sara pulled Roselle down to sit next to her mother.
Dinner was quite lavish.
On the plate was a large, sizzling lamb chop, next to which was a must-have for Calradians: baked bread. The maid then brought out a large bowl of steaming stew.
To be honest, Galon really doesn't skimp on hospitality.
Eric spoke eloquently at the dinner table, and Galon nodded frequently, making it clear that Galon valued him highly.
At this moment, Luo Xu noticed that Sarah's mother was occasionally casting glances at him.
He suddenly remembered what had happened that morning, a hint of embarrassment flashed in his eyes, and he couldn't help but lower his head.
Otto, who had been silent all along, suddenly put down his spoon and casually asked, "Father, my second brother sent someone back a while ago to say that the shop was having some cash flow problems. I wonder how it is now."
Galon frowned: "Let's deal with the bandits first. Right now, we can't even leave the village, so no news can get in."
"That's true." Otto nodded, then fell silent again.
"Your second brother?" Luo Xu glanced at the honest-looking Otto, then turned his head and asked Sarah in a low voice.
He knew that Galon had two sons, but he had never seen the younger son in the village.
"My second brother owns a fabric shop in Oenila, selling fabrics and ready-made clothes." Sarah leaned closer, her voice low, which made Luo Xu move closer to her.
"He went to the city a few years ago and is much smarter than my older brother." She paused, then added, "He always said he wanted me to go to the city and see for myself, saying there's no future in the countryside."
Luo Xu didn't ask any further questions, picked up his spoon and continued to enjoy his dinner.
He now understood why Galon was so determined to fight against the bandits.
If the village of Lantas remains stable, it can continuously supply wool to Onila, thereby reducing the cost of cloth, and Galon's second son can obtain greater profits.
"Luo Xu," Sarah suddenly nudged his arm, "I'll go to the sheepfold with you tomorrow."
"No," Luo Xu immediately refused. "Your right foot isn't healed yet, you should stay home."
"Do you know how to choose a sheep?" Sarah glanced in Eric's direction.
"Uh..." Luo Xu choked for a moment.
Although my family raised sheep when I was a child, I didn't have much experience, and it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that I was a complete novice.
Seeing his expression, Sarah couldn't help but smile: "Remember to call me tomorrow."
"Okay." Luo Xu didn't insist anymore. He met Sarah's deep green eyes and said softly, "Thank you, Sarah."
"It's okay." Sarah's pretty face flushed.
She wanted to take a few more glances at Luo Xu's dark eyes, but suddenly realized that her mother was staring in their direction, so she quickly turned her head away.
After the meal, Luo Xu left Jialong's house.
Moonlight fell on the muddy road, and the night breeze carried the chill of early autumn.
He walked along the familiar road towards Alina's house, and when he was almost at the door, he saw two figures blocking the entrance.
A village woman was holding Alina's hand tightly, saying, "Just lend me twenty dinars, I'll definitely pay you back after the autumn harvest!"