"What's going on between you and that man? I can't get a word in on what you're saying." Du Shaoxuan's face was filled with unhappiness, "I'm like an irrelevant bystander."
Is he unhappy about being ignored? Mu Wanqing couldn't understand him. He wasn't so childish before, was he? He was a little strange.
Du Shaoxuan felt guilty when she looked at him. He moved his body uncomfortably and his voice became weaker. "I'm just asking. It's okay if you don't want to tell me."
Mu Wanqing felt a little aggrieved and disappointed, and her heart softened. "It involves some troubles. It will definitely not work if I tell others about it. You can definitely do it."
Du Shaoxuan immediately revived with full health on the spot, "Yes, I will keep it a secret for you, and help you solve the problem."
Mu Wanqing slowly recounted the past events, how she got something for nothing, how she earned her first pot of gold, how she used the tea brick technology to gain benefits, and how she went to Ganzhou City.
Everything that happened in Ganzhou City was told in detail. There was no way not to tell it, in case the information asymmetry caused trouble.
As she spoke, Du Shaoxuan's eyes became brighter and brighter, and there were little stars in his eyes.
I knew she was good, but I didn't expect her to be this good.
"Wanqing, you are the smartest, most decisive, and most capable girl I have ever met. You are destined to do great things."
Mu Wanqing was very pleased. She had long discovered that he had an advantage: he didn't mind if someone was better than him, even if she was a woman.
He does not have the traditional idea that men are superior to women, but only that the strong are respected.
As long as he can be convinced, everything will be easy to talk about. This is better than anything else.
Those high and mighty people are sanctimonious and say nice things, but in essence, they treat women as playthings, pampering them like kittens and puppies, and kicking them away when they get tired of them.
Deep down, they have no respect for women, they look down on them, and they even think that women are only worthy of bearing children and managing their household, and are good for nothing else.
This is the mainstream thinking.
If a woman wants to stand out and compete with these men for resources, she is destined to be suppressed by mainstream society.
Mu Wanqing was mentally prepared for this. She wanted to achieve something, to live as she pleased, to make her own voice heard, and she would eventually face waves of blows.
But she was not afraid at all.
One should live a life that is vigorous and exciting, living, loving, splendid and bright, to make one's life worthwhile.
"Some people say I'm too cunning."
Du Shaoxuan praised without hesitation, "That's called all is fair in war, wisdom is in hand, and resourcefulness is abundant."
Mu Wanqing couldn't help but laugh. She liked this kind of compliments, the more the better.
"Then can we bring Brother Guo with us?"
We? Du Shaoxuan liked this we very much and was in a very good mood. "Okay, take that idiot with you. I'll help him get in touch when there's a chance. Don't say those words just now to anyone else, no matter how close they are."
That guy still doesn’t know that Mu Wanqing is a girl. He’s so stupid.
"Got it." Mu Wanqing would not have told him if it wasn't by chance that she was traveling with him.
"But having said that, the trade fair really needs to be rectified. It's a bit of a waste of resources."
It is clearly a goose that lays golden eggs, but it is not working as expected.
"This has always been the responsibility of Commander Ji. I didn't expect him to be so..." Du Shaoxuan shook his head slightly, hesitating, "Nepotism."
He seemed to be uncomfortable saying some things, and Mu Wanqing didn't want to pry into other people's privacy. "If it's inconvenient for you to intervene, just pretend you don't know. I'll do the work."
"Making trouble?"
Mu Wanqing was stunned for a moment, "Uh, just stirring up trouble."
Du Shaoxuan's eyes lit up, "I'll help you."
This eager expression made Mu Wanqing speechless. Brother, have you forgotten that the Ji family is your most loyal subordinates?
Ganzhou City is such an important military fortress that even Commander Ji is stationed there, which shows how much importance he attaches to it.
The relationship between the two families is closer than imagined.
"No, no, don't you still not believe in my ability?"
"Of course I believe it." Du Shaoxuan was still eager to act, "But..."
Mu Wanqing interrupted him, "Then it's settled. If I really can't handle it, I'll ask you for help."
What else can Du Shaoxuan do? Just listen to her.
When Guo Er heard that Du Shaoxuan and his group were also going to Ganzhou City, he immediately suggested that they travel together.
Du Shaoxuan agreed, but reminded him to keep a low profile and not to cause trouble for him.
Guo Er had already seen that the young man in front of him had an extraordinary aura and was not an ordinary person, so he agreed immediately.
Along the way, Mu Wanqing talked a lot with Guo Er about the current economic situation, the distribution of major business houses, the business formats in each place and so on.
Guo Er had long been accustomed to her curious nature, so he naturally told her everything he knew.
Whenever Mu Wanqing encounters something that interests her, she will take note and compile it into a book when she is alone.
Du Shaoxuan was not interested in doing business, but he would always be there to listen whenever they talked.
He didn't say anything, just listened.
After listening for a few days, he figured out something. "Wanqing, are you planning to sell cotton cloth all over the country?"
He is not stupid, on the contrary, he is sharper and more analytical than the average person.
Mu Wanqing did not hide it from him, "Not only that, wherever there are people, that is my business territory. Not only cotton clothes, but also all kinds of food."
It is not confined to one place or one city, but the vast world.
Her ambition is bigger than Du Shaoxuan imagined, but he is very excited and looks forward to it just thinking about it.
"I will help you."
Mu Wanqing nodded vigorously, her eyes full of smiles, "Well, let's work together to build Xiliang into a beautiful home where everyone can live and work in peace and contentment, with no worries about food and clothing."
When she said this, her eyes were shining, sparkling, like a luminous body, which involuntarily attracted the people around her.
Du Shaoxuan's heart began to beat wildly again, thump thump, each heartbeat was so intense that he couldn't help but cover his chest quietly.
"What's wrong? Do you feel discomfort in your chest?" Mu Wanqing looked over, eyes full of concern.
No, I was afraid that you would hear my frantic heartbeat, so Du Shaoxuan held it tighter, "I^...a little sleepy, I'm going to sleep for a while."
Looking at his fleeing back, a trace of confusion flashed in Mu Wanqing's eyes. It was really getting weirder and weirder.
Lichun spoke cautiously, "Miss, does Master Du like you?"
"Don't talk nonsense." Mu Wanqing waved her hand, not taking it seriously at all. She yawned and said, "Order some hot water. I also want to go to bed early. I have to travel all day tomorrow."
Lichun wanted to say more, but Lidong beside her tugged at her sleeve and pulled her out. "Don't meddle in the master's private affairs."
They were all sold by their parents because of poverty. When they arrived at the Mu family, they felt like they had found a happy home. They were well fed and warmly clothed, and their master was kind and never beat or scolded them. Everyone cherished their good life and would not allow anyone to ruin it.
Lichun was thinking about Mu Wanqing, "But, this is such a good marriage. Master Du is of noble status, is kind to the master, and the two of them can talk to each other. They are a perfect match made in heaven..."
Girls always have to get married, and it is really good to marry well. Young Master Du is the only son of the Du family. He is in a high position and has great power. Marrying him will give you a lifelong support.
Li Dong was overwhelmed. How did the master teach them to be self-reliant and not rely on others?
However, just a few months cannot change the concepts formed over more than ten years.
"Shut up, have you forgotten the third rule of the Mu family? Do your own job well, don't act on your own, don't gossip, and keep the master's affairs confidential."
Li Dong glared at her unhappily, "Also, are you smart, or is the master smart? Don't act on your own in the name of doing good for the master. The master is not an ordinary girl. If you offend her, you will suffer no good consequences."
Mu Wanqing seems to be good-natured and is very kind to the servants, but how can someone who is in charge of the Nuo family business be weak and confused?
Lichun shuddered, "Okay, I won't say anything."
Li Dong poked her forehead gently. "Last time, the master said that she hated others making decisions for her. Have you forgotten? Are you looking for death?"
Lichun immediately held her hand and begged for mercy, "I was wrong, I won't dare to do it again."
In Ganzhou City, the group finally arrived at the city gate.
The soldiers guarding the city were stunned for a moment when they saw Du Shaoxuan riding on horseback, then they knelt down and saluted, "Greetings, young general."
Little general? Everyone ran over excitedly and saluted Du Shaoxuan.
Du Shaoxuan helped everyone up and greeted them generously, in a friendly and gentle manner, making everyone extremely excited.
Guo Er lifted the curtain and looked over, his face full of shock.
Unexpectedly, Du Shaoxuan seemed like a different person, completely losing his previous coldness and arrogance.
Well, maybe, she's just cold and arrogant towards him alone.
Ahhh, that's not right. They call him the Little General? His last name is Du. Does that mean he is the son of General Du?
Oh my, he made a profit!
In another carriage, Mu Wanqing also lifted the curtain and took a look at the lively scene of Du Shaoxuan mingling with the civilians and soldiers, and the corners of her mouth curled up.
She raised her head slightly and her eyes fell on the three big words "Ganzhou City" on the city gate.
She is back again.
At this moment, the sound of horse hooves rang out, dust flew, and a group of knights came galloping.
The leading man had a scruffy beard and was an excellent horseman. He jumped off the horse before it stopped, with one leg slightly bent, and said, "Young Master, I'm sorry I'm late."
Before he could kneel down, Du Shaoxuan grabbed him and said, "Uncle Ji, please stop. I'm so happy to see you still so energetic. My father asked me to convey his regards to you."
Commander Ji immediately bowed respectfully to the city officials and asked, "Is Commander Du in good health? Is everything okay?"
"All good, all good." Du Shaoxuan acted like a junior, and Commander Ji did not dare to be arrogant. He was respectful yet friendly, and the atmosphere was extremely harmonious.
Mu Wanqing watched all this with her chin in her hand, the corners of her mouth slightly raised.
In fact, Du Shaoxuan is a very smart person. It depends on whether he is willing or not.
Commander Ji keenly noticed that someone was staring at him. He turned around abruptly and stared at Mu Wanqing accurately. Mu Wanqing did not dodge in panic, but nodded slightly to him in greeting.
"Who is this..." Commander Ji raised his eyebrows, somewhat surprised. It's a girl? There's actually a girl next to the young master?
Du Shaoxuan followed his line of sight and smiled, "A friend of mine."
Commander Ji was even more surprised, "Aren't you going to ask this girl to come down?"
Mu Wanqing jumped off the carriage swiftly, dressed as a sidekick girl, wearing a warm and bright red dress, looking heroic.
She cupped her hands and said, "Qingping greets Commander Ji."
The commander of the guard is of the third rank, and she, the Princess of Qingping Township, is of the fourth rank, so there is nothing wrong with her taking the initiative to salute.
Commander Ji saw that she had an extraordinary demeanor and politely returned the greeting. However, seeing that Du Shaoxuan did not take the initiative to introduce herself, he did not want to ask more about her identity in such an occasion.
This scene shocked Guo Er. He... No, the little brother is a girl? What's going on?
"Husband." Commander Ji's family members all came, and the scene was bustling with activity.
The two wives greeted Du Shaoxuan enthusiastically. Du Shaoxuan responded calmly and politely, but was far from being as affectionate as he was with Commander Ji. He found the right balance just right.
The more Commander Ji looked at Du Shaoxuan, the more he liked him. He waved at his children and said, "Why are you standing there? Come and meet the young marshal."
He married two wives and had two daughters and four sons, which was considered a large number of children.
Everyone followed suit and saluted respectfully, "Greetings, Young Marshal."
Among them, one voice was particularly tender and sweet, "Xiao Man greets the young commander, young commander is safe and sound."
Ji Cheng frowned slightly with discomfort, it was just... a bit embarrassing, hey.
She glanced casually and saw Mu Wanqing. Wow, this girl is so beautiful and heroic. Who is she from?
No, why does it look familiar? Have you seen it before?
Mu Wanqing was wearing men's clothes at the time and had met Ji Cheng. She was not afraid of being recognized and smiled at Ji Cheng in a graceful manner.
Ji Cheng subconsciously smiled back, feeling weird.
She must have seen this girl before! She just couldn't remember where.
But how could such an outstanding girl be forgotten after meeting her? It was strange.
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