Chapter 649 Eavesdropping

Mid-July is the best time to appreciate lotus flowers.

The lotus flowers in Yunhe County are in full bloom, attracting many couples to admire the flowers and express their love.

Zhou Wanting booked the entire Lotus Fragrance Pavilion and held a flower-viewing banquet, which welcomed many young ladies and gentlemen from prominent families.

I heard that the dim sum and drinks from Xinglong Restaurant also attracted a lot of people.

The Lotus Fragrance Pavilion stands in the pond, with a winding corridor connecting the pavilion to both banks, providing a resting place for those who admire the flowers.

The lush vegetation on both banks is neat and orderly, making it a very comfortable place to visit.

Wan Qiqi strolled along the pebble path on the shore, admiring the scenery.

She discovered that this was an ancient version of a park, free from car exhaust pollution, and the plants were exceptionally vibrant.

"Boss Wan!"

A shout came from behind. Wan Qiqi stopped, turned around, and a look of surprise flashed in her eyes. "Young Master Aji, you're here too?"

It's easy to imagine that if there are men among the visitors, they would definitely prepare fine wine so that everyone could enjoy themselves.

Aji frowned slightly and said, "Boss Wan, you don't need to call me Young Master, just call me Aji, that's my name."

Wan Qiqi nodded. She didn't like being addressed as "young master" or "young lady" either, and said, "Then you can just call me by my name, Wan Qiqi."

Aji seemed to hesitate for a moment before nodding.

A sudden silence fell between the two.

After walking for a while, Aji suddenly said, "Wan Qiqi, I want to ask you to help Kelaiju out! You're so smart, you must have a way to make Kelaiju's business better..."

Ke Lai Ju was opened by Aji's father and others because of its renowned wine.

However, after learning the recipe, the partner suddenly withdrew his investment and opened his own tavern, selling the same wine he learned from his father, at a price lower than that of Kelaiju.

Kelaiju used to have many guests and a great reputation, but now all that's left is its reputation.

In order to maintain its business, Ke Lai Ju sold its wine to other taverns, leaving Ke Lai Ju with only these taverns as its business.

But later, those taverns also started brewing.

Although it doesn't taste as good as theirs, it's still drinkable, and most importantly, it's cheaper, making it affordable for many people.

He's here for two reasons: one, to celebrate the Xiao family's birthday banquet, and two, to stabilize business in Yunhe County.

Although the Xiao family's birthday banquet enhanced the reputation of Kelaiju, business did not improve much.

Aji had inquired about the past of Xinglong Restaurant and tasted its dishes, knowing that most of it was Wan Qiqi's idea.

Wan Qiqi never expected that Kelaiju would have this kind of experience.

However, which shop can have a smooth business?

They are all trying their best to solve the problem.

What Wan Qiqi disliked was that partner, who actually learned how to brew wine and then kicked her aside; such behavior was extremely shameful!

She hesitated for a moment, then said, "It's not impossible, but I don't do deals that don't benefit me."

Aji's eyes flickered, and he said with slight excitement, "Of course, you can have anything you want! I can't tell you the brewing recipe, but I can supply Xinglong Restaurant with a large jar of wine every month free of charge."

Wan Qiqi tilted her head and looked at Aji with a meaningful smile, "Big brother, think about it, you supply me with wine, and I sell it. Isn't that the same as advertising for you? Is that a benefit?"

Having grown accustomed to Wan Qiqi's usual polite demeanor, Aji suddenly realized that Wan Qiqi seemed to have a huge appetite, something that couldn't be satisfied with just a little bit of food from him.

Wan Qiqi didn't rush to say what she wanted. She turned her head to look at the lotus pond and prepared to go closer to take a look.

Aji followed behind Wan Qiqi, wondering what he could offer to satisfy her.

Suddenly, Wan Qiqi stopped.

Aji also stopped, turning slightly to look in the direction Wan Qiqi was looking, "Young Master Xiao?"

Besides Xiao Huai, there is also Xie Xing.

The two walked side by side toward the Lotus Fragrance Pavilion.

"Lord Xie is a rare guest indeed, to have the time to come and admire the lotus flowers today!" Xiao Huai waved his fan, his words tinged with surprise, but his face was all smiles, showing no sign of unexpectedness.

Xie Xing was wearing a white robe with silver trim today, which looked simple yet dignified.

The long robe accentuated his tall and slender figure, and coupled with his handsome face, he looked every bit the upright gentleman.

However, his words were cold: "You don't need to tease me. Didn't Xiao Zheng already tell you that?"

Xiao Huai was taken aback, snapped his fan shut, tapped his palm, shook his head and sighed, "Boring, you're getting more and more boring. Has being an official ruined your brain?"

In Xiao Huai's memory, Xie Xing was not so serious; he was quite mischievous.

Xie Xing glanced at him but didn't say anything.

He walked into the pavilion, sat down by himself, and ignored Xiao Huai.

The strange thing is that Xiao Huai wasn't angry. He flicked his fan a few times, sat down, and said, "I've heard that the second young lady of the Zhou family is intelligent and charming. Brother Xie, you're going to enjoy a life of luxury from now on!"

Xie Xing rolled his eyes without any hesitation. "Give it to you?"

He had no intention of getting married; it was all arranged by his family without his opinion being asked.

This marriage is open to anyone who wants to marry. At worst, his father can be given a concubine so they won't have time to worry about their own marriages.

“I don’t like this kind of person. She’s boring in every way. If she were more fiery, I might as well help you marry her and see how it goes!” Xiao Huai said with a smile, though there was no doubt about how much truth was behind his words.

Not hearing Xie Xing speak, Xiao Huai asked, "Which one do you prefer?"

His question made Xie Xing even more silent.

Xie Xing had never thought about this question, nor did he know which one he preferred.

In short, it's not someone like Zhou Wanxiang!

Seeing that he did not answer, Xiao Huai suddenly laughed and said, "I think the female owner of Xinglong Restaurant is quite good. Although she has a husband and children, she is smart. If you marry her, she might be able to help you rise to the top."

Xie Xing's face turned cold, and he glared at Xiao Huai, "A married woman is not a wife. Does Young Master Xiao have no shame?"

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