Now, ten years have passed, and she has grown from an innocent little girl into a graceful young woman. The hardships and sorrows of these ten years have been enough to wear down and bury the pride that belonged to Miss Lin in her heart.
She took a deep breath, afraid that if she continued to cry, she would annoy Zhu Jiayu. She summarized the situation over the years in one sentence: "Now, there are only about thirty members left in the Lin family in the capital."
"So what do you do for a living now?" Zhu Jiayu paused and then asked.
Lin Fangyue said, "My mother, aunts and I take on some embroidery work. Some of my brothers and uncles work as accountants in restaurants, while others copy books for bookstores. We can make a living that way."
This was pretty much what Zhu Jiayu had expected. After all, the Lin family had once been a large family that was particular about food and cuisine, and both the women and men were pampered. Even though the family had suffered a major change, it was unrealistic to expect them to do manual labor.
"You guys have it tough too."
Upon hearing her words, Lin Fangyue was almost moved to tears again.
The Lin family has indeed had a very difficult time over the past ten years.
"Is the third young master in charge of the Lin family now?" Zhu Jiayu asked again.
Lin Fangyue nodded.
She recalled that Zhu Jiayu had just revealed her identity as the fourth child, and she couldn't help but wonder: just as they were secretly watching Zhu Jiayu's movements, was Zhu Jiayu also paying attention to their current situation?
Thinking of this, she couldn't help but say, "I hope Miss Zhu can consider what I said. After all, if the Lin family can be exonerated one day, they will definitely repay you."
Zhu Jiayu laughed.
She smiled gently yet beautifully: "Since you're not in charge, what you say doesn't count. Let your third brother come next time; perhaps we can have a chat then."
The Lin family members, now active in the marketplace, are best suited to gather information for her.
She couldn't rely on the Ghost Market for everything. In other words, while she relied on the Ghost Market as a source of information, the Ghost Market could also monitor her movements. This was too dangerous for her.
Before Yu Chai Feng's branch stores open in Yujing, she should think of ways to cultivate her own power. The Lin family would be a good fit.
Lin Fang read her words, and although it wasn't a promise, it was enough to make her overjoyed. She gratefully agreed, adding, "I will definitely convey your message to Third Brother!"
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"This young lady from the Zhu family is quite interesting. First, she deflated your arrogance, then showed concern for the Lin family's situation, and only when you finally said you wanted to repay her did she say she wanted to talk to the person in charge. This tactic of using both kindness and force is truly masterful."
In the Lin family, the third young master, Lin Zhi, heard his sister's words, and a dark light flashed in his narrow, fox-like eyes.
"It seems I really should go and meet this younger sister."
Lin Fang was very pleased to hear his words: "Brother also thinks she can help the Lin family clear their name?"
Lin Zhi's gaze was deep and somber.
Is it possible?
It was obvious that he didn't think Zhu Jiayu was that capable. The reason he sent his sister over to test her was simply to see what she was really capable of.
However, it seems that although she cannot clear the Lin family's name, she can probably help them in some way.
He lowered his eyes and tapped his sister's forehead with his fan: "It's not important. I told you, don't worry about these things. That scholar surnamed Jiang from the next alley is here again. Aren't you going to go and see him?"
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