Anjia Village, Wan'an County.

Yang Cui was unaware of Lin Shikang's situation; she was currently busy moving into her new home.

The spacious and bright brick house, the brand-new furniture, and most importantly, the new house has a brand-new toilet and bathroom.

Yang Cui felt that the two most unpleasant things in ancient times were not having sanitary napkins during menstruation and using the toilet – it was truly primitive! Not only was it smelly, but there were also countless mosquitoes. It was even worse on rainy days, as the latrine would leak water, splashing up excrement every time it fell in. (The author is from the countryside and experienced this kind of toilet as a child; those who haven't might not be able to imagine what rural toilets were like in the early days.)

The toilets now are flush toilets, and the hygiene conditions are more than a hundred times better. When they saw the toilets, Cen Xiao and the others admired Yang Cui's imagination.

Yang Cui originally planned to hold a housewarming banquet at the Star Gazing Tower, but considering that it was not convenient for villagers to come to the city, she finally decided to hold it in the village, where it would be more lively.

Yang Cui had chickens, ducks, and eggs readily available at home, and she also had ten grass carp bought in advance. She also borrowed two cooks from the Haoyunlai Restaurant to help with the cooking.

It's worth mentioning that Good Luck is now part of Observatory. Observatory is doing so well that it's overflowing with seats, while Good Luck's business is struggling. One wanted to sell and the other wanted to buy, so they hit it off immediately.

It turns out that Good Luck Restaurant also has several signature dishes. Su Murong kept these signature dishes and then put the roast duck and fried chicken on Good Luck Restaurant for sale.

The original manager, Song, has become a shareholder, but he is still the manager. He receives the salary of an ordinary manager every month and half of the profits at the end of the year.

For Yang Cui's housewarming celebration, Manager Song sent a gift, which surprised Yang Cui quite a bit, since they hadn't had much interaction before. Madam Sun, whom she had met at Foguang Temple, also sent a congratulatory gift. Even though Manager Yu and Manager Ma weren't there in person, their gifts had already arrived.

Yang Cui recorded everything, and these favors would have to be repaid in the future.

Many people came; each household from Anjia Village and Zhou'an Village sent a representative to the banquet, filling more than a dozen tables in total, creating a very lively scene.

The villagers were all envious of Yang Cui's new house and furniture, but when they heard that the house and furniture together cost nearly a hundred taels of silver, they all gasped in astonishment.

Good heavens, who can afford to cover this?

However, it doesn't matter if they can't afford to build it themselves, Yang Cui can! Some people then had other ideas.

Su Murong, Ren Donghui, and Mo Zijun also came. Yang Cui and her husband sat at a table with them. The other guests thought they were "distinguished guests from the city" and consciously did not come over.

"Young Master Mo's injuries have healed?"

"Thank you for your concern, Madam Cen. It's almost done," Mo Zijun said. "Madam Cen, I've started my own business. I hope you'll continue to take care of me in the future."

"About the cooperative jewelry store..."

Mo Zijun smiled slightly: "It is my honor to be able to cooperate with Madam Cen and Young Master Murong."

In fact, Ren Donghui also wanted to get involved. He felt that Yang Cui's business was bound to be profitable! Moreover, Su Murong was also involved in the jewelry business, which meant that no one would dare to cause trouble! It was definitely a sure-fire way to make money!

Unfortunately, they don't want to play with him.

“The Lunar New Year is just over two months away. If we can open the jewelry store before the New Year, we should be able to make a fortune,” Su Murong said.

Most engagements and weddings take place in the twelfth lunar month, making it the peak season for jewelry sales.

Mo Zijun looked troubled: "It's just that it's a bit difficult to find skilled craftsmen."

“I have a way with the craftsman. When my sister-in-law mentioned opening a silver shop, I was already making preparations. I poached him from Qingzhou at a high price, and he can arrive in Wan’an County in seven days at most.” Actually, Su Murong got the man from his sister.

Su Murong's older sister, Su Muxue, married into Qingzhou and also ran a jewelry business. Su Murong then asked her for a group of people.

"Then I'll start preparing when I get back this afternoon," Mo Zijun said enthusiastically.

Yang Cui: "Let's talk about how to divide the profits first?"

Mo Zijun was the successor chosen by Old Master Mo. Although the old master had passed away, he left behind certain resources, and given Mo Zijun's experience, he was the perfect choice to become the manager of the jewelry store.

Moreover, Yang Cui will eventually go to Kyoto with Cen Xiao, and Su Murong's base is also in Kyoto. In the future, Wan'an's business will still rely on Mo Zijun's efforts. Therefore, Mo Zijun will not contribute money, but will contribute his efforts, taking a 15% share, and will receive the wages of an ordinary manager every month.

Su Murong contributed both personnel and capital, holding a 50% share, while Yang Cui contributed the shop and served as the marketing and planning director, holding a 35% share.

The contract was signed on the spot.

"Come on, let's toast to our pleasant collaboration!"

Just as everyone was clinking glasses, Yang Cui's younger sister arrived.

"Sister, help! Please save my baby Duobao!" Yang Juan cried, tears streaming down her face.

After not seeing her for several months, Yang Juan seemed to have aged a lot. Although she was younger than Yang Cui, they looked like mother and daughter.

When Yang Juan saw the radiant Yang Cui, she was filled with jealousy that she didn't know how to describe it.

Her family lived like beggars, while Yang Cui lived like a noblewoman!

God is so unfair!

"What happened?"

Hearing Yang Cui's question, Yang Juan finally realized what was happening and cried, "Duobao was beaten up, he's about to die, waaaaah..."

At this moment, Uncle An Dafu also came over: "What happened? Explain yourself first?"

"It's the Hu family."

"Which Hu family? Why are they betting on Jin Duobao?"

Yang Juan didn't answer, she just kept crying, and Yang Cui guessed it probably wasn't a respectable reason.

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