Chapter 187 Coffee Candy
After the work was promoted, the businessmen and plantation owners who were interested in the project left their seats and lined up in an orderly manner in the aisle at the western end of the room.
They were either talking in low voices about what they had just seen or writing something down in their notes, preparing to put their contact information and suggestions into the cardboard box prepared by the silver-haired scholar on the stage.
The first female businessman in a long dress came up to Radu. Instead of throwing the paper into the box, she picked up the trumpet-shaped paper roll on the table and put it to her mouth. She cleared her throat and said:
"Mr. Radu, you just said that the 'Heart of Jiarang' you made has the same effect not only on spice fruit seeds, but also on tomato, wheat and other plant seeds. And you took photos and left research notes, right?"
"Yes, I brought them all." Radu handed a thick stack of notes to the lady. "The photos are pasted in the middle of the experimental records, and they are all marked with dates."
After the businesswoman quickly flipped through it, she passed the experimental record to the person behind her. The businessman behind her immediately turned around and started flipping through it with his friend behind him.
"I can see that you have put a lot of effort into it. You are so young, have you completed the courses at the Institute of Religious Affairs?" the businesswoman continued to ask.
The others behind her also stopped talking quietly and waited for Radu's answer. This question seemed to be a simple chat, but it was a question that most investors would ask in different ways.
Because whether the courses of the Faculty of Education are completed or not is directly linked to how much energy these scholars can devote to research, the research efficiency of scholars is directly linked to their input and returns.
Next, you can take the opportunity to ask whether these scholars completed their works independently or under the guidance of a tutor.
"Not yet, but it should be available in the next two years..." Radu said helplessly.
"Huh? Haven't finished the required courses yet? The scholars I met these past two days have either graduated or completed their studies and are currently conducting research related to their works.
You haven’t completed the Fatwa Institute’s courses yet... Aren’t your family members worried? Are they rushing you?” the business woman asked, crossing her arms.
"...My parents respect my choice. I have indeed been prioritizing the study of 'The Heart of Jia Rang' over the past ten years and have fallen behind in some courses..."
He had not expected anyone to ask this question, and felt that his answer might make his learning ability seem questionable, so he quickly added,
"But as long as I slow down my research process, I can catch up in two or three months, and I can definitely finish all my major courses within a year."
"Well, I wish you success in completing your studies and achieving what you wish for."
After receiving this answer, the business woman kept smiling, put the roll back on the table, and walked back to her seat.
Several people in the line responded similarly - silently leaving the queue and returning to their seats.
Another slightly fat businessman picked up the trumpet-shaped reel and asked, "How do you store the gas you discovered? Does it have to be placed in the transparent bag you demonstrated in the video?"
Radu replied: "It can be stored in a glass bottle, but it cannot be stored for a long time or transported over long distances.
And even if you put it in a transparent bag like I used, it’s best not to transport it over long distances, because that would be very dangerous and could explode if you’re not careful.”
Doesn't that mean that the practice of [transporting this gas together with unripe fruits to Zhidong and selling them to the Zhidong people] is impossible?
I thought it would be a big business opportunity.
Another group of businessmen in the queue were secretly disappointed, but they did not show it on their faces.
The effect of "Jiarang Heart" in promoting plant growth is too tempting. Even if it cannot be packaged as a product and sold directly, it would be a good idea to use it in agriculture to increase crop yields.
"I discovered its shortcomings during the experiment, so I am researching the storage method of the 'Heart of Jia Rang', but I don't have enough money to support me to continue my research..."
As he spoke, Radu's voice gradually became quieter.
This is also one of the most important reasons why he is standing here. If he can't get sponsorship here, he will not be able to complete the subsequent research.
"Ahem," the fat merchant coughed lightly, bringing Radu back to his senses.
"If I were to fund you to complete this project, how long would it take you to figure out a way to safely store the 'Heart of Jia Rang'?"
Radu was silent for two seconds, then answered frankly: "I can't be sure because the research has not yet started."
The fat businessman scratched his head, crumpled up the business card he had written, and said with regret:
"Well, if you start researching and can determine the time and amount of funds needed, come back and I will definitely invest in you!"
The next person to get the "horn" was the merchant with the gold chain. He initially planned to cooperate with Radu to sell the gas until winter.
But after listening to Radu's talk about the transportation problems of "Jiarang Heart", he focused on the impact of this gas on the sugar content of Dundun peaches and its promotion of crop growth.
"Young man, if you were asked to set a price for your product, how much do you think would be a reasonable price per bag?" asked the businessman wearing a gold chain.
"Should we sell it now? But... the production and collection process of 'Heart of Jia Rang' is very complicated. I personally think that industrial production is not possible for the time being...
If I must sell it, I think 800,000 Mora per bag is a more appropriate price, plus the packaging, that’s 1.4 million Mora…” Radu said.
Take less?
You mean Duo Shao?!
Everyone who heard this was shocked. With this money, I could buy hundreds of boxes of Dun Dun peaches. Using it to process seeds would result in huge losses.
The businessman with the gold chain was stunned for a moment, then said, "Your work is very good. If I were richer, I would invest in it."
After saying that, he quickly walked off the stage.
...
The rest of the businessmen and plantation owners were discouraged after hearing the price. There were dozens of people queuing originally, but only a few put the pieces of paper with their contact information into the Ladu box.
The last person to come on stage was Suleika, a 12-year-old blanket merchant. Under Radu's anxious yet expectant gaze, she put a piece of paper into the suggestion box and said:
"Well... I like the work you brought, but I'm just a blanket merchant, and so are the others. We don't have enough assets to bear the risk of failure in investing in this project.
It's like the House of Lords wants to sell a batch of potions that can enhance charm. The potions are packed in beautiful bottles with huge bows on them, and the bows are inlaid with gems.
Although everyone knows that this is a good thing, few people dare to ask the price when there is no price tag on it, so it doesn’t mean that your project is not good enough.”
The girl, who was not even as tall as the table, said this and stretched out her hand to Radu, with a piece of coffee candy in her palm.
Radu was very inspired when he heard the girl's words, and felt that his depressed mood improved a little, but when he saw the coffee candy in the girl's hand, he felt a little overwhelmed and confused.
"This is a candy that can drive away bad luck. You must eat it." The girl said with a smile.