Chapter 220 Visiting the Wen Family
The Wen family is wealthy and well-known as the local tycoons. In the early years, the Wen family was engaged in shipping, and at its peak, they had five large ships.
By relying on these large ships to travel around the South Seas, he made a fortune.
Later, two ships were lost in a sea accident. In the past few years, pirates appeared on the sea from time to time, and extortion and robbery of goods occurred frequently. The Wen family had accumulated wealth for three generations and did not want to suffer such worries anymore, so they simply left the ships idle and stopped sailing.
After discussing with Zhao Liya, Zhong Jing decided to cooperate with the Wen family.
Mr. Wen is the best choice because he has money, a boat, experienced boatmen, and is a nice person.
Zhong Jing has sounded out Mr. Wen's attitude and decided to take Zhao Liya and the others there today. If there are no problems, then the matter will be settled.
After all, it is the family business. If it is possible to manage it again, even if it is not to go to Southeast Asia, Mr. Wen will naturally be willing to do so. Otherwise, wouldn’t his three large ships be wasted?
Besides, others may not know it, but Mr. Wen knows exactly how profitable sea shipping is.
It would be a shame not to take advantage of such a good thing that comes to your doorstep.
Zhong Jing asked him to keep it a secret and not let others know, so as not to cause unnecessary trouble, which was exactly what he wanted - when it comes to making money, of course it only needs to be known by one's family, and there is no need for others to know!
Zhong Jing was too lazy to bother with the local officials. Wouldn't it be annoying if they came to demand a share of the profits? The docks were within his jurisdiction, so as long as he didn't publicize it, the locals wouldn't even know about it. Shipping was not uncommon, and the local officials had always been indifferent. So, let them assume it was just some sporadic civilian shipping.
The two sides had a discussion in Mr. Wen's study. Both the host and the guests were very happy and satisfied. The matter was basically settled. The only thing missing was a contract that could provide protection for both parties.
"Since you've come from far away, we've prepared some simple meals. You all must have lunch here before leaving today, haha! Please don't be so formal!"
After cooperation, we become a community of interests. Of course, there is no need to be formal. We should be closer.
Zhao Liya, Zhong Jing and others all agreed readily with a smile.
Unexpectedly, at this moment, the housekeeper came hurriedly, seemingly having something very important to report, and looked embarrassed.
Zhong Jing thought it was a private matter that was not convenient for outsiders to know, so he said with a smile: "I have heard that Master Wen's garden is planted with many South Sea flowers and trees. It is a good opportunity for us to open our eyes!"
Master Wen was about to nod in agreement with a smile on his face, but the housekeeper said with a wry smile: "Master Zhong, Master Hu, Miss Zhao, you don't need to avoid this matter, this, this..."
Zhao Liya's heart skipped a beat, and she immediately asked, "Butler Wen, is this related to us? Please tell us!"
Qu Yutao also came today, but unfortunately, she felt a little uncomfortable in her stomach after entering the house, so Madam Wen asked someone to take her to the toilet. Zhao Liya and Hu Ling politely asked Madam Wen to help, and they came to the study first.
Qu Yutao didn't know much about shipping anyway, so she came along today just to broaden her horizons. It didn't matter whether she was there or not. It would be nice to chat with Madam Wen, too.
Since both parties are going to cooperate, it would of course be better to establish a good relationship with both Mr. Wen and his wife.
But at this moment, seeing Butler Wen's reaction, the woman's sixth sense gave her a bad feeling.
Zhong Jing and Hu Ling were obviously clueless about this and were completely bewildered after hearing what Zhao Liya said: "..."
Housekeeper Wen smiled bitterly: "Miss Zhao, please don't be angry if I tell you about this. Miss Qu was having an affair with our future son-in-law, and the young lady caught them red-handed. Now the young lady is making a fuss—"
"What? Nonsense!"
Hu Ling's face suddenly changed and he became furious.
Zhong Jing's expression also changed: "There must be some misunderstanding!"
Hu Ling was about to explode with anger: "This——"
Zhao Liya decisively interrupted Hu Ling: "This must be a misunderstanding, Master Wen, my cousin is not that kind of person, why don't we go over and take a look first."
As she spoke, she winked at Hu Ling.
Although Hu Ling was puzzled, he believed in his sister, clenched his fists and endured it.
Master Wen was also shocked: "Okay, okay, let's go!"
Everyone hurried to the main courtyard, and before they entered the house, they heard the crying and unclear and extremely angry accusations of Wen Yuzhi, the young lady of the Wen family.
The veins on Hu Ling’s forehead throbbed and his fists hardened!
Zhao Liya walked quickly to his side and whispered, "Listen to me."
Hu Ling reluctantly nodded and said "hmm". His sister would not let him or Yutao suffer any injustice.
"Madam, what's going on!"
With so many people coming in, Wen Yuzhi cried even more sadly.
Qu Yutao's eyes reddened when she saw Zhao Liya and the others coming. Zhao Liya walked over, held her hand, and said softly, "Don't worry, cousin. We are all here."
Qu Yutao nodded slightly, feeling a little relieved.
Mrs. Wen shed tears and gritted her teeth, saying, "Master asks me, what should I say? Nanny, you tell me."
"Yes, ma'am!"
Wen Yuzhi's wet nurse, Yu Ma, said, "Miss Qu is an honored guest, so the young lady naturally dared not neglect her. Fearing that she might be bored, she kindly took her to visit the garden. Halfway through, the young lady had to leave for a while, so she asked Miss Qu to have tea and wait in Chunyu Pavilion. Unexpectedly, Young Master Xiao somehow sneaked into the garden and also went to Chunyu Pavilion. When this servant and Jin'er accompanied the young lady in, they were... Master, Madam, this is absolutely true! How could our young lady endure such an injustice!"
Qu Yutao was furious and said, "This madam is talking nonsense. I've explained it many times, but why don't you believe me? Miss Wen told me to wait in Chunyu Pavilion, so I waited there. Later, this Young Master Xiao came in, and I was startled. I didn't expect a wasp to fly in through the window. Young Master Xiao was helping me to chase it away, but Miss Wen showed up with this madam and her maid, and they kept blaming me. I explained, and Young Master Xiao explained, but you just wouldn't listen."
Zhao Liya couldn't help but glance at that Young Master Xiao.
Young Master Xiao has somewhat dark skin and a medium build, but he has a dignified appearance, with thick eyebrows and big eyes, giving people a very calm feeling.
At this moment, his pair of black and white eyes were a little heavy and sarcastic. Zhao Liya and the others didn't notice him at all when they came in because he was too quiet.
He stood quietly by, as if it had nothing to do with him, watching everything indifferently, with almost no sense of existence.
Only when everyone's eyes were on him did he move.
He took two steps forward, bowed to Master Wen, and stood still. "Master Wen, my Xiao family has long been impoverished and is no match for Miss Wen. This marriage seems inappropriate, and I don't want to wrong Miss Wen or ruin her life. When I return, I will return the marriage certificate and call it a day!"
(End of this chapter)
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