"Cousin, we have to spread this news quickly!" Jiang Xiaocai said in a low voice.
Wang Yi nodded, and the two of them quietly retreated. But just as they were halfway there, they heard footsteps behind them. Looking back, they saw the Wang family's factory director and the Black Wind Gang chasing them.
"Well, you little bastards, how dare you ruin my plan!" Director Wang's face flushed with anger. "Catch them!"
The Black Wind Gang immediately surrounded them. Jiang Xiaocai and Wang Yi exchanged a glance and took off running. However, the other gang outnumbered them, and before they had far to run, they were cornered.
"Run! Why aren't you running?" Director Wang approached with a sneer. "Today I'll show you what happens if you go against me!"
At this critical moment, a loud shout was heard: "Stop!"
Everyone turned around and saw Young Marquis Su rushing over with a large sword and a group of servants. Nianli and Su Qingyao were among them, followed by several officials.
"Boss Wang, you're so brave!" Nian Li's eyes were cold. "Do you know your crime of smuggling government candy?"
Director Wang's face changed, but he quickly regained his composure. "Madam Su, you can eat whatever you want, but you can't say anything you want. What evidence do you have?"
"Evidence?" Jiang Xiaocai pulled out the stack of contracts from his pocket. "This is the evidence of your collusion with the Black Wind Gang! Also, that batch of government-issued candy at the dock is irrefutable proof of your illegal activities!"
The Wang family's factory director's face turned pale instantly, and the Black Wind Gang members immediately scattered. The officers stepped forward and tied up the Wang family's factory director.
"Take him away!" the leading officer gave the order.
Jiang Xiaocai finally breathed a sigh of relief after watching Director Wang being taken away. But before he could be happy for long, another accident happened.
"Wait!" a sharp voice rang out. Everyone turned around and saw Liu and a group of people coming over.
"Madam Liu, why are you here?" Nianli frowned.
Liu sneered at Jiang Xiaocai and said, "I heard someone was causing trouble in the sugar industry, so I came to take a look. I didn't expect that it was our young master from the prime minister's mansion who was stirring up trouble."
"What does Aunt Liu mean by this?" Nianli's eyes narrowed.
"What do you mean?" Liu snorted. "Privately investigating other people's business and even getting involved with a gang of thugs, if this gets out, how will the Prime Minister's family save face?"
Jiang Xiaocai's face flushed with anger: "Madam Liu, we are upholding justice! Director Wang is breaking the law, are we just supposed to sit back and do nothing?"
"Justice?" Liu sneered. "I think you're just trying to show off! Do you think that just because your father dotes on you, you can do whatever the law requires?"
"Enough!" a majestic voice rang out. Everyone turned around and saw Su Xiang striding towards them.
"Master!" Liu immediately put on an aggrieved expression. "You've come just in time. Look at what Xiaocai has done!"
Su Xiang glanced at Liu, his eyes full of disgust. He walked up to Jiang Xiaocai and patted him on the shoulder: "Well done!"
"Master, you..." Liu was shocked.
"I've already sent people to investigate," Prime Minister Su said gravely. "There's irrefutable evidence that Director Wang of the Wang family smuggled government sugar. Xiaocai and Wang Yi's actions not only maintained order in the capital's sugar industry, but also served the imperial court well."
Liu's face turned pale in an instant and she couldn't utter a word.
"Liu," Su Xiang's eyes were cold, "over the years, you've been stirring up trouble in the backyard, and I've always turned a blind eye. But you shouldn't have set your sights on the children."
Liu fell to her knees and said, "Master, I was wrong. Please forgive me!"
"Hmph!" Su Xiang snorted coldly, "From now on, you will go to the Buddhist temple to copy scriptures and repent. Without my permission, you are not allowed to take a single step out!"
Watching Liu being taken away, Jiang Xiaocai finally felt relieved. This incident not only allowed him to find his long-lost cousin, but also revealed Liu's true colors. And the capital's sugar industry was about to usher in a new era.
Chapter 289: Talking about Family at the Celebration Banquet
With the Wang family's factory director dealt with according to law, the turmoil in Beijing's sugar industry finally subsided. The story of Jiang Xiaocai and Wang Yi's joint efforts to expose the conspiracy also spread widely in the capital. To celebrate this victory, the prime minister's residence held a grand banquet, inviting relatives and friends to celebrate together.
The celebration banquet was held in the back garden of the prime minister's residence. Tables and chairs were set up beside the lotus pond, and lanterns were hung high, creating a festive atmosphere. Jiang Xiaocai, wearing a brand new brocade robe, stood at the door to greet the guests, his face beaming with pride.
"Xiaocai, you've really shined this time!" An elder patted him on the shoulder with a smile. "You're so courageous at such a young age. You're truly worthy of being a descendant of the Prime Minister's Mansion!"
Jiang Xiaocai quickly bowed and said, "It's all thanks to everyone's help. I don't dare to take credit for it."
As he was speaking, Wang Yi came over. He had now returned to his real name, Wang Chengyi, and was dressed in a moon-white gown, looking very elegant.
"Cousin, you're finally here!" Jiang Xiaocai went to greet him, "We've been waiting for you to start the meal!"
Wang Chengyi smiled and shook his head: "You are still so impatient."
As they were talking, Young Marquis Su came over, carrying a toy sword. "What are you two doing here, little guys? Come in, your grandparents are waiting!"
Walking into the banquet hall, Jiang Xiaocai immediately spotted Su Jinli and Jiang Yan, seated at the head table. Su Jinli, dressed in a dark red brocade robe, looked energetic, while Jiang Yan, stroking his beard, gazed upon them with a look of satisfaction.
"Grandpa, grandma!" Jiang Xiaocai and Wang Chengyi walked forward and saluted respectfully.
Su Jinli held their hands and smiled from ear to ear: "Great, great! The younger generation in our Xiangfu are all more outstanding than the other!"
Jiang Yan nodded: "You did a great job this time. However, whether doing business or being a person, you must always remember the word 'honesty'."
"We remember, Grandpa!" the two answered in unison.
The banquet began, and delicious food and wine were served on the table. Jiang Xiaocai stood up and raised his glass: "Today, I want to toast my cousin! If it weren't for his help, I wouldn't be able to succeed."
Wang Chengyi quickly waved his hands: "What are you talking about! We are brothers, we should help each other."
"Well said! Well said!" Young Marquis Su applauded loudly. "Come on, let's all drink this!"
Everyone raised their glasses, and laughter echoed through the garden. Jiang Xiaocai looked at his family, his heart filled with warmth. He had once thought of himself as a naive young man, but after experiencing this storm, he realized that his family's support was his strongest backing.
After three rounds of drinks, Jiang Xiaocai suddenly remembered something and took out an abacus from his pocket: "Cousin, I almost forgot something important. I've calculated the profit this time and I'll give you 30%."
Wang Chengyi looked at the abacus in his hand and smiled helplessly: "It's up to you.
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