Chapter 2092: Chapter 2089: Plastic

Chu Heng didn’t respond, just habitually continued feeding her, and their actions became more natural.

Ye Muyu, seeing that there was no one else in the room and being quite exhausted from the day’s activities, didn’t refuse the care, happily letting Chu Heng take care of her. Her mood improved, and her eyes couldn’t help but shine brightly.

Chu Heng was used to taking care of her.

“Don’t worry, most officials in the court still support trade. After all, not everyone is so ignorant. However, the price of woolen sweaters is quite high right now. Should we stock up a bit more next year?”

Ye Muyu thought about how those merchants had driven the price of woolen sweaters up so much, causing the cost of purchasing wool to be high as well.

If they bought now, it would still be profitable since they could sell at a high price. Besides, she knew a lot of styles and could always stay a step ahead of other merchants.

But considering that the trade with Beirong wasn’t settled yet, and the trade caravan just returned last month, going now would be risky. The wool brought back was enough to support the Ready-made Clothing Shop’s needs for the year.

Though there was a bit less, they could make it more exquisite and focus on limited editions, making scarcity a selling point. The business wouldn’t be a problem.

“Sure, we’ll wait until next year.” In Ye Muyu’s view, there were plenty of ways to do business, but the lives of her trade caravan members were more important.

Moreover, she wasn’t lacking in silver, so there was no need to wade into troubled waters.

“However, if it’s just wool, it won’t control Beirong much.” Chu Heng said.

Ye Muyu rested her chin on her hand and followed his lead, saying, “That’s simple, just see what else can be used from the sheep.”

“For instance, sheep oil can be used to make skincare products. Oh right, it can also make steamed buns, candles, and soap.”

“Candles aren’t cheap, but sheep oil isn’t very expensive, especially for those looking to buy wool, who can purchase the raw materials.”

“Of course, if possible, we could directly teach Beirong’s people to make candles and soap with sheep oil. Candles aren’t commonly used, but everyone would happily use soap, and we could trade for grain.”

“In addition, there are many ways to eat lamb. Canning lamb would allow long-term preservation and could be distributed to various places. In the future, eating lamb would be much easier for us.”

“However, for something like canning lamb, it’s better for the imperial court to set up a factory. Private individuals definitely can’t do it; this isn’t about nurturing a big merchant.”

Ye Muyu spoke at length, putting forward several suggestions.

Chu Heng played with her hand and responded, “Ah Yu, your methods are good. However, making soap and candles isn’t difficult and can be directly informed to the Emperor. But with lamb canning, think about the principle of how to seal it. The involved concepts are very new for this era, so hold off on mentioning it now.”

“But once cement is available, you could use it for business and gradually introduce the corresponding cans.”

Previously, Ye Muyu had made fruit preserves, but they couldn’t be stored for long. They were sold to restaurants, pastry shops, or wealthy families, marketed as seasonal items.

Actually, it was about enjoying a fresh taste. As a sweet, it could always attract people of this era.

Ye Muyu also understood that the real advantages of cans hadn’t been realized yet due to the lack of various resources.

Developing iron on a large scale was impossible.

But they could try developing rubber and plastic.

And plastic was mainly made from resin.

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