Qin Yining had never met Head Shopkeeper Xia, but Master Zhong had met him before, and they were even very familiar with each other.
If it weren't for the fact that he was familiar with Head Shopkeeper Xia and thought that he understood Head Shopkeeper Xia's character, he wouldn't have handed over Qin Yining's large and small fields and several businesses to him when he left the old capital.
Unfortunately, even someone surnamed Zhong, who had been observing people for half his life, would sometimes make a mistake. How could he have known that Head Shopkeeper Xia was actually this kind of person?
The voices next door were still loud and clear. Shopkeeper Xia spoke slowly, but the words that came out of his mouth were extremely arrogant.
"It's not that I, Old Xia, don't know how to be humble, but compared to a woman, I don't lose to her in business. Thinking back to when the Yan dynasty was still around, I also traveled extensively with my father's generation. When the younger generation in the south asked around and mentioned Head Shopkeeper Xia, outsiders didn't know, but those in the same industry all knew. Back then, I only agreed to manage a woman's business for Old Zhong's sake. It's also because the world is difficult. Wasn't there a war at that time? "
"That's right, that's right. Head Shopkeeper Xia's reputation has long been known. I've also heard of him and admired him for a long time. "Someone echoed.
Someone else followed Head Shopkeeper Xia's words and said, "If it were up to me, that woman should know her place. Originally, she was still able to flaunt her power because her man is the famous Wang Ye, so we should be more careful when we see her. But now, her man can't even protect himself. "
"Ha! That's right! I heard that the amount of money owed isn't a small amount. He said that he would let the prefectural magistrate pay the debt, but if the prefectural magistrate can't take out the money in the end, won't he still have to hand it over to him? "
"I think so too. Don't be fooled by his bragging. Only those ignorant commoners would believe him."
"That woman should take a look at her man. He's already in a terrible fix. When it comes to military matters, it's possible that a mutiny will occur if things go wrong. When the time comes, the soldiers with hatred will rush in. No matter how skilled her man is in martial arts, he won't be able to protect her. She's about to lose her life, yet she's still clinging onto power.
… …
Everyone's mocking words were heard by the people next door.
Lu Dashun lowered his head and peeked at Qin Yining's expression from the corner of his eye. From time to time, he would sneak a peek at Master Zhong's expression.
Master Zhong was already sweating profusely. His nose was sunken, and his temples were covered in sweat.
Ji Yun and the others behind Qin Yining gnashed their teeth in anger. If it wasn't for Qin Yining's orders, they would have rushed over to deal with that group of shameless old men. A group of men, but their mouths were even more talkative than women. They spoke incoherently, and even dared to talk about things without any evidence. They were simply shameless!
Qin Yining was probably the calmest person in the room.
She was even in the mood to smile faintly. She raised her hand to suppress the furious emotions of the few people and made a shushing gesture. It was obvious that she was interested in continuing to listen.
Seeing that Qin Yining didn't get up and leave in anger, nor did she go next door, and actually wanted to continue listening to those filthy words, Lu Dashun's expression was rather shocked.
This princess consort was even more composed and rational than he had expected.
He couldn't help but mock the head shopkeeper Xia next door. So what if he was old and experienced? He was still someone who didn't even know how to look at people. After doing business for so many years, he didn't develop a humble personality. Instead, he became even more arrogant. He really was useless.
Head shopkeeper Xia was drunk at this time, and he became even more proud after drinking wine. Especially after being praised to the skies by so many people, he only felt that he was the best in the world and no one could surpass him. He didn't have the slightest bit of apprehension when he spoke.
"Actually, you and I aren't unkind people. I, Old Xia, have never mistreated that person. In my opinion, a little girl like her should just sit there and wait to enjoy the dividends. If she treated me with courtesy, I naturally wouldn't let her fall short.
"But she's someone who won't walk and will fight back instead. She actually rejected me a few times these days. My posts were all rejected. It's clear that she's still putting on airs! "
"She really doesn't know how to appreciate favors."
"That's right. With a woman's experience, I'm afraid that she can only see the small profits in front of her. Hasn't she thought about it? Isn't the profit or loss of her estate all dependent on your word?"
"Hmph! This is me being kind. I won't do anything to her. If she continues to persist in going about things the wrong way, I'll make her lose everything! She doesn't want to see me now, but in the future, I'll make her come crying and begging me! "
"Of course! We already know that head shopkeeper Xia is amazing. If she doesn't know how to appreciate favors, we brothers will have to wait and see you show off your skills. "
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The banquet next door was still going on, but the topic had already moved on to other places. The men began to discuss which brothel had brought in some strange woman. It was clear that they would go and have some fun after eating and drinking to their fill.
Qin Yining waved at them and got up to walk to the door.
Ji Yun and the bodyguards followed closely behind.
Lu Dashun and Master Zhong walked at the back in silence. When they met the waiter who was leading the way, Master Zhong and Lu Dashun whispered a few words to him. Seeing the waiter nod his head in fear and trepidation, the two of them followed Qin Yining's footsteps.
When they returned to Qin Manor, Qin Yining invited Lu Dashun and Master Zhong to the front hall.
As soon as Qin Yining sat down, Master Zhong knelt in front of Qin Yining with a thump.
"Princess, it's my negligence that I assigned the business of the old capital to someone with such a bad character. If it weren't for this, the businesses and power of the old capital wouldn't still be under your control. This old man is incompetent and really isn't suitable to stay by your side. It's better for me to return to my hometown and recuperate! "
Qin Yining stood up and personally helped Master Zhong up. He smiled and said: "How can I blame you? You were also deceived. You are also a victim. You and I have known each other for so long. I know Master Zhong's loyalty and ability. Don't say such discouraging words, and don't think about being tolerant. If I don't have your help by my side, who will I rely on when I encounter trouble in the future? "
He pretended to be angry and said sternly: "You are not allowed to say such things in the future. Do you understand? "
Master Zhong was so moved that he almost cried: "This old man is ashamed!"
Lu Dashun watched from the side.
He felt a little disappointed, but he felt even more emotional and envious. It seemed that this princess was really a kind person.
After Qin Yining sat down again, his gaze fell on Lu Dashun.
Lu Dashun immediately lowered his head and looked like he was waiting for orders.
But after waiting for a while with his head lowered, Qin Yining still didn't speak.
Silence was sometimes the most powerful weapon. Lu Dashun really wanted to know what Qin Yining was thinking. Did he already know what he was thinking? But he didn't dare to ask. Soon, sweat appeared on his forehead.
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