He Tiantian didn't go back; instead, she planned to borrow some money from Manager Guan.

He's probably the only wealthy person she knows in this city.

He Tiantian walked all the way to the city gate, but Manager Guan was nowhere to be seen; even his stall had been packed up.

He Tiantian had no choice but to turn back and go to the Ni Chang Pavilion to find Manager Guan.

Even from a distance, you could see that the business at the Rainbow Pavilion was booming. The line of people buying fabric and clothes stretched all the way to the entrance.

He Tiantian followed them inside and discovered that the shop had been renovated by Manager Guan.

Several elegant rooms were specially set up on the second floor to entertain the young ladies and gentlemen of wealthy families.

He Tiantian thought to herself, "This manager really knows how to do business. He used to cater to middle-class and lower-class people, but now he's even starting to offer high-end products."

He Tiantian simply said that she was an old friend of Manager Guan and wanted to see him. The waiter then led her upstairs.

The second floor is also very nicely decorated, with high-quality tables and chairs, and snacks and tea served on them.

The second floor was also divided into four or five small cubicles, making it convenient for the noble ladies to try on clothes.

The store mainly sells gauze and headscarves. When these young ladies arrive, they are taken directly to a private room, where the shopkeeper personally brings out styles for them to choose from.

The waiter poured He Tiantian a cup of tea and asked her to sit in the small hall first.

Manager Guan is busy at this time, but he will be here soon.

He Tiantian nodded and told the young waiter to go downstairs and attend to his own business.

Anyway, she was sitting in this small hall. No matter which private room someone came out of, they had to walk past her.

After waiting for a short while, we saw Manager Guan emerge from a private room.

"Manager Guan," He Tiantian called out.

Manager Guan was quite surprised to see He Tiantian twice in one day. He quickly asked He Tiantian to sit down and took a sip of water to moisten his throat.

Business was booming; on his busiest day, he entertained more than thirty wealthy young men and women.

My throat is hoarse from talking so much, but I'm really happy inside.

"Is something the matter, sister? Oh, right, you asked me to find a shop, but I haven't had a chance to go and ask about it yet."

He Tiantian waved her hand, "It's not about that. I've found a shop, and it's quite suitable."

Manager Guan was quite surprised. "So fast? That's great. We must seize this opportunity now that many shops in the city have reopened."

He Tiantian thought so too; these past few days have been the liveliest time in the city.

With so many shops opening, everyone is eager to join in the fun.

"However, I'm in a bit of a predicament..." He Tiantian said somewhat embarrassedly.

She recently bought too many things for her home, and during the fight against the epidemic, she also contributed some of her own money.

So I'm not well-off...

They were all in the business world, and although He Tiantian didn't explain it very clearly, the shopkeeper understood what she meant.

He said very generously, "Sister, I truly consider you my sister. Whatever money you need, just take it from me."

He Tiantian was deeply moved upon hearing this.

This shopkeeper is really loyal; a friend who can talk money is a true friend.

Manager Guan thought to himself that He Tiantian had saved his life and rescued him from dire straits. So what was a little money? He was willing to sell the shop if necessary.

He Tiantian was very grateful. "We still owe you two hundred and fifty taels, Manager Guan. That's no small sum. You should think carefully about whether you want to lend it to us or not. If you don't want to, that's fine too..."

"Borrow! I'll go get you the money right away, just wait here."

Before He Tiantian could finish speaking, she was interrupted by Manager Guan.

He rushed downstairs to get her the money.

He Tiantian really didn't know how to thank Manager Guan. If she had any business dealings with him in the future, she wouldn't mind giving Manager Guan more opportunities.

Just then, the door to a private room in the small hall opened.

A young maid dressed as a servant girl came out first and closed the door, saying, "Miss, please take your time."

He Tiantian couldn't help but look up in that direction, and her eyes met those of Miss Li.

"Aunt He!" Li Qianqian disregarded all etiquette and quickly walked towards He Tiantian.

He Tiantian also recognized Li Qianqian; it had been more than half a year since they last parted ways.

Li Qianqian was extremely excited, "Aunt He, I've finally met you! I didn't know where you lived, I asked around for so long but couldn't find you..."

For the past six months, Li Qianqian has been trying to find He Tiantian to thank her in person.

But later, things became unsettled in the city, and she was confined to her residence for a long time without being released.

He Tiantian was quite surprised. "Miss Li, it's been a long time."

She noticed that the two maids behind her were carrying headscarves and veils made of smoky gauze, and said, "So Miss Li is also here to buy this smoky gauze. It's nice, such a bright color suits you very well."

Ms. Li was a little embarrassed by the compliments. She had only come to join in the fun after seeing that all her close friends had bought them.

"I just bought it because everyone else is buying it. Now all the young ladies and wives in the city are buying them. There's a tea party in a few days, and my mother insists on dragging me to attend..."

Li Qianqian has never liked such hypocritical occasions. It's so boring to see a group of rich ladies comparing themselves to each other.

"Is it your stepmother?" He Tiantian asked, somewhat surprised.

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