Wu Yijun
Wu Yijun is Wu Yijun appears to be a key figure within the Wu family, a prominent merchant and industrial dynasty operating in southern China during an era of rapid economic transformation under imperial influence. Serving as a pragmatic and resourceful leader, he navigates political intrigues, commercial rivalries, and technological advancements—particularly in Guangzhou’s burgeoning industrial sector—while balancing familial obligations with strategic business expansion. His role involves coordinating efforts to acquire foreign expertise (such as Australian paper or cloth production) to counter local competition, securing alliances like those with Chen Lin’s family, and exploiting opportunities presented by colonial trade dynamics, such as the potential of horse carriages or match-making ventures. Though his personal motivations are subtly hinted at—including
Context from Novel
"Chapter 2403: Industrial and Commercial Promotion Act January 2, 1636 As the first New Year since the formal promulgation of the "Great Song Public Calendar" in Guangzhou, the Great Song Guangzhou Municipal Government spared no effort in promoting the Public Calendar New Year. On "New Year's Day," January 1st, they announced a five-day holiday for government offices and schools. Shops and workshops throughout Guangzhou followed suit, closing from New Year's Day and waiting until the fifth day to"
"Chapter 2404: Reorganizing the Family Business (I) For the Australians to suddenly wade into this muddy water, they must possess some powerful killer move. It was like when the Australians had come to Guangzhou selling paper years ago—within a year, they had crushed the local paper industry completely. In quality and price alike, no product on the market could compete with Australian Paper. Who knew what unique advantages this Australian Cloth might hold? "Then I'll venture my humble opinion. Fi"
"Chapter 2416: The Hidden Threat "What's there to say about crying in the graveyard—his father died, isn't he allowed to shed some tears? Did anyone hear what they said?" Chen Xuan asked impatiently. "They did hear some things, but..." Lai Xiao hesitated, because this Chen Yue was actually the master's own daughter. "Hmph, you don't need to hold back—I know about her too. This little slu—" Chen Xuan swallowed back the words "little slut." After all, this child was his own flesh and blood. Even if"
"Chapter 2440: Persuasion (Part 2) "The scope is mainly the Indochinese Peninsula—Vietnam, Burma, Thailand, Cambodia, and such places." Wang Kai roughly outlined the planned expedition range. "Currently it doesn't involve Indonesia or the Philippines." "And the expedition duration?" "About half a year in total." "Hmm." Lin Hanlong fell silent, seemingly considering something. Wang Kai hurried to add: "The expedition ship is newly built and purpose-made, and we've selected a very competent captain"
"Chapter 2441: Wu Nanhai Arrives Wu Yijun perked up. He knew about this "Third Uncle"—the man had been Chen Lin's father's capable assistant. If he had come to Guangzhou and could be found, that would be a tremendous help. "Finding and taking him in are not difficult. But no one in my household knows him—how are we to search?" "Young Master said that although you don't know him, Chen Yin who works in your household does." "Look at my memory!" Wu Yijun slapped his forehead. "Chen Yin is from your"
Appearances
Appears in chapters: 2404, 2405, 2417, 2441, 2442, 2443, 2444, 2445, 2447, 2448, 2452, 2453, 2454, 2456, 2457, 2465, 2466, 2467, 2468, 2469, 2470, 2536, 2537, 2539, 2540, 2544, 2545, 2546, 2547, 2548, 2549, 2550, 2551.