Jiayin was taken aback, wondering what Gu Li wanted to see her about, but she still said, "Sister-in-law, Manager Gu probably has something to say about the shop. You go ahead and do your work, I'll take care of it and come over right away."
"Okay." Wan'er didn't take it seriously, replied, and went to the backyard.
As the family's life improved, their business also grew in various places.
But when it comes to booming business, nothing beats my sister's three shops, which are truly making a fortune every day.
Sometimes, when we go out for social events, outsiders talk about how my younger sister is a little money-making machine.
She said a few words of modesty, but she actually thought so too.
After all, there's no other way to describe it except as the God of Wealth. Others earn money one or two taels at a time, but my sister earns it by the hundred taels a day...
Jiayin borrowed the study in the front yard and instructed the servant to invite Guli over.
However, Gu Li walked in together with Mu Xu.
Jiayin invited the two to sit down and have some tea, but Mu Xu was still the same spineless person. He didn't drink the tea, but instead took a piece of fruit and leaned back in his chair, taking big bites of it.
Gu Li glanced at him, a hint of curiosity flashing in his eyes, but he didn't say anything more.
He thanked him with a smile, but after taking a sip of tea, he got down to business.
“Master, now that all the businesses are on track and the managers are very responsible, I, as the steward, am no longer of much use. Therefore, I would like to go out for a walk and take care of some personal matters. I hope you will allow me to do so.”
Jiayin was taken aback, her eyes full of confusion, and asked, "You mean... quit your job?"
Gu Li nodded and replied, "Yes, boss. Because I'm leaving for several years, and I don't know when I'll be back. If I resign, it will be easier for you to find a new manager to take over."
Jiayin hesitated for a moment. After all, Guli had been very responsible in the past two years. Without him managing the trivial matters of various businesses, she wouldn't have the leisure and freedom she had now.
"Where are you planning to go? You've been touring all the branches of Baiyunjian for a while now. I thought you were tired of traveling."
Gu Li sensed her reluctance, and the light in his eyes shone even brighter, but he still replied, "I haven't decided where to go yet, I just want to wander around. Maybe after the Marquis recovers Jiangbei, I'll go and see Jiangbei."
Over the past few years, I have been deeply grateful for the care and support I have received from my employer. I will certainly repay them when the opportunity arises in the future.
Having said all that, Jiayin couldn't persuade her to stay any longer.
She could only say, "Alright then, take these next few days to organize the ledgers and make sure they are properly marked so the new manager can take over easily. Also, I will inform all the Baiyunjian branches in various locations about the profit sharing from the hot pot restaurant and the fruit and vegetable shop. You can collect it anytime with your personal seal."
"No, sir," Gu Li refused without hesitation. "I've already received a lot of money; I don't need any more dividends. I truly feel unworthy of them!"
Seeing that he didn't seem to be being polite, Jiayin asked, "Does Mr. Jiang know you're going on a trip? Will he come with you?"
"No, sir is very comfortable in Suijintan and has no plans to travel." Gu Li said, rising to bow and solemnly entrusting, "If possible in the future, please take good care of Mr. Jiang."
Jiayin nodded, gesturing for him to sit down, and poured him more hot tea before saying, "Don't worry, Mr. Jiang is very dedicated to teaching the children in the village. Our family and the villagers have all seen this, so naturally we will respect him, take care of him, and not neglect him in any way."
"In addition, since you do not wish to receive your share of the profits, I will send it to Mr. Jiang every month for him to use as he sees fit."
Gu Li didn't refuse any further, and after thanking them, the deal was settled.
After talking about the local customs and traditions of various places in Tianwu, and even some interesting things about foreign countries, Gu Li took his leave with lingering enthusiasm.
Judging from his appearance, he seems to be really eager to go on a long journey.
Jiayin and Muxu saw him to the door. He turned back and gave Jiayin a deep look, bowed again, and then turned and walked into the midday sun of spring.
Mu Xu frowned, subconsciously disliking his last glance.
"Princess, do you really believe he's going on a long journey?"
Jia Yin shrugged noncommittally and replied, "That's his private matter and his freedom. I don't want to interfere."
"As the person in charge, he is very responsible and has no ill intentions towards our family, that's good. The rest... is not important!"
Mu Xu's phoenix eyes sparkled as she listened, and she sighed softly, "Among women, there are truly few as insightful as you."
Jiayin, lost in thought, didn't hear clearly and asked, "What did you say?"
Mu Xu coughed lightly and chuckled, "I didn't say anything. I need to go back to Broken Gold Beach to let the village chief and the others know. Didn't we say last time that we'd invite the envoy fleet to come and watch the excitement when they return?"
“Oh right, I almost forgot about that,” Jiayin quickly said. “The fleet probably won’t arrive until noon. Tell Grandpa Village Chief and the others not to come early in the morning to wait for them. They’re getting old and it’s not good for them to be too tired.”
"Okay, I'll head out now," Mu Xu replied and quickly left.
Jiayin followed her sister-in-law and tidied up a quiet and elegant side courtyard of the Earl's mansion.
Wipe and clean the house, replace the bedding, hang up the bed curtains, and prepare all kinds of supplies.
Even in the courtyard, some flowers and plants were temporarily planted.
So much so that after the courtyard was tidied up, the spring atmosphere was even stronger than outside the city.
When they were halfway through tidying up, Jiaren and Lige joined in.
Of course, no one could ask them to do any heavy work, but just standing here for a moment was a way for them to show their respect for their brothers.
By the time I finished, the sun was already setting in the west.
Jiayin quickly took Shuiyun to the kitchen to prepare dinner.
Since entering the palace, she has rarely cooked or fried food herself.
It wasn't that she was lazy, but her family couldn't bear to see her do any work.
I finally got to come back for one night, why should I be spending all my time around the stove!
But tonight, everyone was happy that Jia'an and Jiaxi would be back soon, and they all wanted to have a drink, so they let her keep busy.
As night fell, Lord Hou, Mr. Wen, and Li Lao Er all returned.
The group sat in a circle, all with smiles on their faces.
Wan'er was feeding the child, so she sat at a small table by herself.
Jiayin, on the other hand, sat down with everyone, eating, drinking, and laughing together in a lively atmosphere.
Li Lao Er couldn't help but sigh, "Jiaxi has been incredibly mischievous since he was little. I originally thought he would be even more troublesome as he grew up, perhaps running all over the place, and not even settling down until he was over thirty."
"I never expected this kid to be so unpredictable. He actually got married and had a son after just one trip to sea!"
Everyone laughed heartily at this.
Mr. Wen echoed, "That's right. It's rare that he could resolve such a major life event while adrift at sea and stranded."
Jiayin's focus was completely different. She said with a grin, "People say that mixed-race children are especially beautiful. I'm just curious what my fourth brother's little nephew, born to the Heavenly Martial Man and my fourth sister-in-law, the princess of the Golden Buddha Kingdom, looks like. He must be more handsome than all the other children!"
"Don't be curious, little sister. You'll see it for yourself tomorrow!" a voice replied.
Jiayin thought it was her eldest brother or sixth brother responding, and was about to speak again, but she found that everyone was looking towards the door in surprise.
Chinese New Year is finally here! Huahua wishes all the darlings a Happy New Year! May the new year bring us all good health, smooth sailing in everything we do, abundant wealth, and happiness! Let's live life to the fullest and love ourselves to the fullest! Group hugs and kisses!
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