Living a life of luxury in the capital, with everything done for them, enjoying their grandchildren every day, the two elderly people are in high spirits and have rosy complexions. They could easily live another twenty or thirty years. Grandma Qiao even looks ten years younger.
Grandma Qiao seemed to have something she couldn't say.
"Grandma, just say what you want to say," Qiao Lian'er said.
"Lian'er, you must know that our business has not been as good as before in the past year. Although there are still many customers and the profits are good, it is not as lively as before. Those noble families who used to be polite to our family now seem to have complicated expressions and their attitudes have become more distant."
"I'm a little worried. If this happens, will the Qiao family face even more danger in the future?"
Qiao Lian'er knew what Old Madam Qiao was worried about. In a place like the capital, Old Madam Qiao was quite old and had become more perceptive and aware.
“Grandma, it’s normal to get tired of the same old thing. Profit is the most fundamental and important thing for a family. The Qiao family is rising, so it’s expected that some people are jealous, some are wary, and some are resistant.”
"Actually, the Qiao family has barely managed to gain a foothold now. Those goods helped the Qiao family get through the most dangerous period at the beginning, which has already played a huge role. For me, that's enough." Qiao Lian'er said calmly.
In the capital, as soon as a family begins to rise and share the profits of the major powerful families, it will be suppressed from all sides. Many families have failed to achieve their great cause and have collapsed halfway. Those who were framed or could not withstand the pressure have all withdrawn from the scene.
When the Qiao family first arrived in the capital, the goods they brought made the powerful families somewhat dependent on them. They also kept offering discounts and incentives to win people's hearts and minds, which was enough to get through the first three years smoothly.
No matter what changes may occur in the future, the Qiao family's roots are deep, and they will stand firm in the face of storms.
"Grandma, you and Grandpa just need to enjoy your retirement. The Qiao family never provokes anyone, but we are not afraid of anyone provoking us either."
Grandma Qiao mainly focused on Qiao Lian'er's attitude. As long as Lian'er remained calm and composed, there was nothing to worry about. With Lian'er as the pillar of the family, what was there to fear?
When news of Li Zanran's execution reached the northern kingdom of Da Nu, the entire plan had failed completely.
Not only could they not harm the Qiao family, but they also promoted Qiao family son-in-law Mu Xinghe, and Qiao Lian'er also made a contribution.
After being scolded by Khan Zhenyou, Mutai returned to his residence and sipped his tea with a sullen face. He held the cup for a long time without taking a sip. A sinister glint flashed in his eyes, and with a sudden force, the cup shattered into pieces, cutting his hand and drawing blood.
"Qiao Lian'er, good, very good. You really have some tricks up your sleeve. Did you really think I couldn't do anything to you?"
Mu Tai pondered for a long time, but was at a loss. After all, this place was several hundred miles away from the capital. He needed to have a comprehensive understanding of the Qiao family's situation, down to each individual, before he could begin.
He then wrote a letter back, which ended up in Song Ruier's hands.
Song Ruier answered all her questions without reservation, writing a full page of detailed information.
He sent the letter, not expecting much from Mutai's next move, since even the most meticulous plans had failed.
Qiao Lian'er possesses some special abilities; she can do many things that others cannot, which is one of the reasons why she is difficult to deal with.
A person like that needs unorthodox methods to deal with.
He thought of someone—the monk who cast a spell on the jade pendant around his neck. As long as the money was right, the monk would do anything.
After two days and nights of traveling by carriage, they finally found the monk.
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