"Mother, is it worth it for us now? Eldest sister has returned with two children, and Zhao Wei is already locked up in the county jail. There are still many important things to do at home."

The old woman was breathing rapidly, and her fists were clenched tightly.

A carriage arrived at the entrance of the teahouse, and a man stepped down from it. This man was none other than Manager Su from the general store last time.

Liang Shuyan strode out. Manager Su looked at Liang Shuyan and was about to kneel down to pay his respects without saying a word, but Liang Shuyan stopped him.

"Shopkeeper, just say what you want to say. I can't accept such a big gift!"

Shopkeeper Su then said awkwardly, "Oh dear, I really didn't expect you to be the owner of Jin's Tea House. The tea that thief sold us didn't poison anyone. It was just that the child stole rat poison from the house, so the tea is fine. I've decided to buy another batch of tea from you and sell it in my tea shop. What do you think?"

Upon hearing that they were there to discuss business, Liang Shuyan immediately led Manager Su to her home.

Manager Su walked into the Jin family's courtyard and said excitedly, "Oh my, this is your courtyard! It's so well-organized. I've never seen such a clean and tidy courtyard before!"

"No, Manager Su, please have a seat!"

There was a wooden table in the courtyard, where people who came to discuss business would usually sit. When Zhang saw her mother-in-law sitting at that table with that person, she knew they must be guests, so she hurriedly went in, poured two cups of hot tea, and brought over some pastries.

"Please try some of our own tea and some pastries made by my mother!" Zhang said politely before turning and leaving.

On the table was a small white porcelain cup with a rural scene carved on it, filled with clear tea. Shopkeeper Su picked up the teacup and said with a smile, "Your teacups are all different. Where did you buy such a beautiful teacup?"

Speaking of the things she bought, in order to save time and effort, she specially selected some from the system. Not only are the things in the system all good, but she also doesn't have to go to the market or go through the hassle of moving things around.

"Oh, these teacups and bowls and chopsticks were bought in town when we were selling cold noodles. How about this, if Manager Su needs them, I'll bring some back for you next time I go to town."

"Alright, alright! Let's talk about the collaboration then. I'd like to visit your workshop. If I'm sure the tea is good, I'll order more!"

Liang Shuyan's expression immediately darkened, and she stood up abruptly: "Manager Su, if there is no mutual trust in business cooperation, then there is no point in continuing. There is nothing suspicious about our workshop. If you are not at ease, then please do as you please!"

"Sanwang, see the guests out!"

Kim Sam-wang walked over and gestured for him to come over.

Shopkeeper Su hesitated for a moment: "If we offend this big shot, then we won't be able to get tea supplies in the future. Oh well, if he won't let us see it, then so be it!"

"Oh, Mrs. Jin, look, I won't bother to visit your workshop, but I've come all this way with good intentions, so why don't we talk about cooperation?"

Liang Shuyan breathed a sigh of relief and pointed to the stool on the side, saying, "In that case, let's talk about cooperation!"

“Mrs. Jin, it’s not that I insisted on seeing it. I was just saying it casually. I didn’t expect it to make you angry. I’m really sorry. This is a trade secret. My request was excessive. I hope you won’t be angry, Madam.”

How much tea could a small grocery store sell in a year? She hadn't expected it to sell tea for her family, but since Manager Su had said so, she felt embarrassed to say anything more.

"No, since Manager Su has said it's a trade secret, then let's just leave it at that. The tea we supply to the shop is all grade three, and the price isn't that high. Grade one tea is sent to the capital for the Emperor to taste, and grade two tea is for some merchants who buy in large quantities, as well as some government officials."

Manager Su didn't say much. He was just an ordinary small merchant who wouldn't sell much in a year. Everyone else was selling third-grade tea, so he was sure he could sell it too.

"By the way, I wanted to ask, was the tea that the thief stole last time grade three?"

This matter was brought up again. Now, in Manager Su's words, Zhao Wei is a thief, a complete thief!

Liang Shuyan shook her head: "Last time he stole fifth-grade tea!"

Upon hearing this, Manager Su no longer hesitated and said with a smile, "In that case, give me 100 catties of tea. No need for packaging; you can keep the packaging bags for your use. I just want it loose."

Upon hearing this, Sanwang immediately said, "Mother, I'll go and prepare right away!"

"This kind of tea costs around 10 coins in the market, but I'll give you a discount, how about 8 coins?"

Manager Su didn't think much of it and nodded: "No problem. I'd like to ask if it's possible to have a long-term partnership like this?"

Liang Shuyan didn't think much of it and immediately agreed: "Okay, anyway, your general store can't sell that much!"

Manager Su took out a bag of silver, counted it, and handed it to Liang Shuyan: "Madam Jin, please count it and see if it's correct?"

Liang Shuyan shook her head: "No need, I trust Manager Su!"

Jin Sanwang walked over carrying a cloth bag and handed it to Manager Su: "Look, this is the tea you ordered. You can drink our tea with confidence. It's good for both men and women, helping with weight loss and beauty!"

Upon hearing this, Manager Su exclaimed in surprise, "What? This can help with weight loss and beauty? Is it true?"

Liang Shuyan chimed in, "Of course, we can't just lie to people like that. Our tea has special ingredients added, and it really does have beauty and weight loss effects!"

Shopkeeper Su pondered for a moment: "There are many noble ladies and wives in the capital. If I can promote this tea in the capital, I might be able to make a good profit."

Manager Su's expression suggested he was planning something good. Liang Shuyan seemed to see through his thoughts and then added, "You can sell our tea in town without any restrictions, but if you sell it in the provincial capital or Beijing, our tea shop will hold you accountable. Manager Su, you know that, right?"

"Oh, of course I know. Don't worry, there's no one to look after my shop on weekdays, so how could I have time to go to such a far place?"

Liang Shuyan and Jin Sanwang escorted Manager Su to the door and watched him get into the carriage before returning home.