Chapter 827 830. Unwilling

Wu Nanping's entire family suffered the greatest losses. After finally taking a break in recent years, they followed several other families to Beijing.

If it weren't for Lord Bai, Wu Hao wouldn't have gotten into such trouble, causing the entire Wu family to be criticized over the years.

"Lord Bai, my Wu family has been wronged. This time we came to Beijing just to ask you to make the decision." Even though he had hatred in his heart, Wu Nanping still said it with a smile.

Bai Jinglie raised his eyebrows and said, "Things that happened back then were all done by the subordinates on their own initiative. I have dealt with those two traitors.

If you still can't vent your hatred, I can send someone to take you to their burial place."

"Hey, we are all relatives and friends, so don't just stand here. I have prepared some drinks, let's eat and talk together." When Mr. Li saw that they were arguing as soon as they met, he quickly stepped out to smooth things over.

Bai Jinglie glanced at Li Yonghong and knew that if the matter could not be resolved, the Li family would definitely not discuss taking a concubine.

"I also want to settle a grudge. Please arrange it, old man!"

When we arrived at the side hall, it was already filled with drinks.

After dismissing the waiters, Bai Jinglie sat in the main seat and said, "Tell me, you went through so much trouble just to see me."

"My Lord, you are wise." Huang Muen said with a smile, "I think my Lord has a better idea of what happened back then.

All this was caused by a restless child who was too clever.

Several of our families also learned a lesson from this, but later on, they suffered too much and were unwilling to accept it. "

"It's normal to have ups and downs in the business world," Bai Jinglie said with a serious face, "It seems that Lord Gu didn't pursue you too much back then, but you can't blame your subsequent experiences on that."

"We are not people who don't understand the truth," Meng Haotian said, "It's just that we will be pressed step by step later, and this is the reason.

We are not here today to seek retribution from the Lord."

Bai Jinglie, "...I would like to hear the details."

"Master Gu is currently in mourning." Wu Nanping said in a deep voice, "During this three-year mourning period, there are many things that can be done."

Bai Jinglie was amused by their big appetites, "You don't think Gu Wenheng has become a vegetarian after serving as an official for so many years?

The officialdom is not as simple as you think in the business world. Even if Gu Wenheng is bedridden now, you can’t do anything about it.”

"That depends on you, Lord Marquis," Meng Haotian said with a smile, holding up his wine glass. "I heard that you have been suppressed everywhere in recent years. Don't you want to move your body?"

"Oh, it seems you have done a lot of investigations over the years?"

"We have no choice. We have spent a lot of manpower and financial resources for some information." Meng Haotian half-covered and half-laid, "At least we have gained something."

Bai Jinglie remained calm and said, "Tell me what you think."

"This is a simple matter. Madam Gu has several businesses that are making a fortune every day. I think there are many people who are jealous." Huang Muen said, "We don't want more, just 40%."

Bai Jinglie, "...You are so arrogant, are you so confident?"

“We suffered from a lack of information back then, and have been running our own news network for many years.

At least it has some effect, and we have our own people everywhere."

If you want to negotiate terms, you have to reveal some of your true colors, Meng Haotian looked smug.

Bai Jinglie, "Oh, many people in the court have such confidence..."

The implication is that this is not enough to qualify you for negotiation.

"We believe this," Meng Haotian continued, "Your Excellency's concerns are different from those of us peddlers and hawkers. Small people also have small people's wisdom."

Bai Jinglie raised his eyebrows and looked at them, "It seems that you are still very confident. You should know that even if Gu Wenheng is in mourning, he is not something that ordinary people can touch. With such a big appetite, be careful not to break your teeth."

"We are not involved in his business in Beijing," Wu Lanping took out a stack of papers from his arms at Meng Haotian's suggestion, "Mrs. Gu's business has been growing bigger and bigger over the years, and they even have shops in remote places.

Lord Bai, please also take a look. This is also our sincerity."

Bai Jinglie took it and looked at it for a few seconds, "He does have some skills, but these alone are not enough to take risks. You know, Gu Wenheng is not someone you can easily mess with."

Now everyone in the court is waiting and watching. What Gu Wenheng has done in recent years is very much in line with the emperor's wishes. A small number of people have already spread the word among the emperor, speculating that Gu Wenheng may seize the throne this time.

Bai Jinglie has been hiding all these years, just waiting for the new emperor to take the throne. Then he will seek help from a few old friends and find a new way out for the Marquis' Mansion.

But ever since the emperor appointed the eldest prince as the crown prince, the Marquis Wu'an's Mansion has become even quieter.

Gu Wenheng has a very good personal relationship with Lord Zhou. Even if the new emperor comes to the throne, he will definitely use him. This is not good news for him.

But he didn't have the courage to side with the other princes, and given his current situation, no one wanted to win him over.

"Are you saying that the higher-ups really have no idea about the fact that Madam Gu holds such a huge fortune?" Meng Haotian said in a low voice.

"How dare you," Bai Jinglie suddenly slammed the table and stood up, "This is something you, a mere businessman, cannot discuss."

Mr. Li and the others stood up quickly, "Lord, calm down. There are no outsiders here. As long as we don't tell anyone, who will know?

Besides, I think what the heads of the families said is true. Who would think that the silver in their hands is hot? "

Bai Jinglie looked at the people present with a fierce look and said sarcastically, "That's great. I, a marquis, am not as brave as you. The Li family is said to be a family of farmers and scholars, but I think it's nothing more than that."

"Are you willing to accept this, Lord? I heard that you were managing the private property for the emperor, but because of a small mistake, you were left in silence for more than ten years..."

How could he possibly accept this? Bai Jinglie closed his eyes, and the humiliation he had endured over the years appeared before his eyes one by one.

Although this was caused by his greed, the emperor did not remember the old friendship and Gu Wenheng did not remember the old favors, so why should he suffer here?

This time, these few people came to him, which was also an opportunity for him. Only by choosing a good master could he have a chance to make a name for himself...

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Gu Wenheng's memorial was kept in the palace and not sent out, and Gaoling Village also received the news.

Jin Qianqian, "What is he planning? Can't he just do it quickly?

In the past, when I asked you to travel to different places, there was no delay at all."

Gu Wenheng sighed, "I guess we can't escape this mess, but luckily, you and the child can take shelter here for a while. Try to gather all your people here. If necessary, let them protect your safety."

Jin Qianqian, "...Is it that serious?"

Gu Wenheng, "We have to prepare in advance. Of course, it would be best if the imperial power can be transferred smoothly."

What I am most afraid of is that the temptation of the throne is too great and some people will not be willing to give it up.

(End of this chapter)