Chapter 252 Jiang Ling Entrusts Ji Wensheng to Find Hongxiu
"Mom, she's definitely lying. What respectable young master would be willing to redeem her? Besides, just because she said someone gave her to him doesn't mean it was a gift. I think she's caught red-handed and is just making up an excuse!"
"I think her heart has already wandered. Mother, hurry up and find someone to deflower her so that she can settle down and take customers without thinking about being redeemed!"
Xiao Tao's heart jumped into her throat when she heard this.
In the dim light, the look in Chunxing's eyes became even more vicious.
If she really loses her virginity, then there will be absolutely no possibility between her and Xiao Ran!
"Mom, I..."
The mother raised her hand, stopping her from continuing. She straightened up and looked down at Xiaotao kneeling on the ground.
Hongxiu disappeared, and her investigation of everyone who was close to her yielded no results.
She suspected it was related to Fang Shijie, but it could also be related to the mysterious grocery store owner.
If it really is related to the general store, perhaps we can start with Xiaotao.
She looked at the crying Xiaotao as if she were looking at a commodity that had suddenly become useful.
"Oh?" Mom drawled, her tone becoming enigmatic. "He... really made that promise?"
Xiao Tao was frightened by her mother's eyes. Those bottomless black pupils were full of calculation and scheming, as if they wanted to devour her.
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Hongxiu has disappeared, and Jiang Ling is at a loss.
Because she discovered that, apart from Fang Shijie, she had no one else she knew in common with Hongxiu.
She didn't know who to ask.
Now, the mother under the peony flower regards her as an accomplice in helping Hongxiu escape, and would never say anything useful to her.
She tried to contact Hongxiu's personal maid, Xiaoqiu, but the person who delivered the message said that Xiaoqiu had been locked in the woodshed by her mother.
It seems unlikely that we will see it in the short term.
With the agreed delivery date with Ji Wensheng fast approaching, Jiang Ling had no choice but to go and purchase the goods first.
Close the wooden door of the grocery store.
Jiang Ling didn't delay. She changed into a simple modern casual outfit, picked up her electric scooter keys, and headed straight for the large supermarket at the street corner.
It's summer here now, and floral water is a popular seasonal product, so it's very common.
As soon as she entered the supermarket, Manager Wang immediately recognized her.
Jiang Ling originally thought that a hundred bottles of floral water wasn't much and that she could take them back herself.
However, Manager Wang insisted on delivering the goods.
Jiang Ling couldn't persuade him otherwise, so she had no choice but to agree.
Since someone was already delivering, she ordered 500 bottles to avoid having to come back next time.
Manager Wang skillfully arranged for people to load the goods, while chatting with Jiang Ling:
“Miss Jiang, you don’t need to be so polite with me, we’re already quite familiar with each other. The manufacturers I helped introduce last time gave me a lot of kickbacks, so I should thank you, Miss Jiang. When you’re free sometime, I’ll treat you to a meal.”
"Manager Wang, you're too kind. You were the one who helped me, so how could I let you treat me?"
If it weren't for Manager Wang's extensive network of contacts, Jiang Ling would have had to research each person individually and visit them in person.
This will waste a lot of time.
On the day the store opened, Ji Wensheng arrived as promised to collect the first batch of floral water.
The carriage stopped outside the shop, and Ji Wensheng brought only an old steward with him to check the goods.
The hundred bottles were quickly counted. Each unique glass bottle was separated by a cardboard box, so there wouldn't be any problems even after the bumpy ride to Beijing.
Ji Wensheng himself was beaming with pride, looking at the floral water as if he were seeing a future influx of wealth and the turning point that would bring the Ji family business back from the brink of collapse.
"Mr. Jiang, I guarantee that this batch of goods will cause a sensation once it arrives in Beijing!"
He excitedly planned, "I've already figured it out. I'll first supply a limited quantity to a few familiar noblewomen to create a buzz..."
Jiang Ling forced a smile and absentmindedly responded with a few words.
This contrasted sharply with Ji Wensheng's excitement.
Ji Wensheng noticed something was amiss, his joking expression vanished, and he asked with concern,
"Mr. Jiang, have you encountered any difficulties? You don't look well today. If there's anything I can do for you, please don't hesitate to ask."
His words were sincere. On the one hand, he genuinely wanted to maintain a good relationship since the cooperation had just begun, and on the other hand, he truly felt that this mysterious Ms. Jiang was worth getting to know.
Jiang Ling looked up at him, struggling with her thoughts for a moment.
Ji Wensheng is a businessman with extensive connections. The Ji family's caravans are located all over the country, so they might be able to help find out Hongxiu's whereabouts.
This may be the only way to find Hongxiu's whereabouts at present.
Although it was risky to tell outsiders about Hongxiu's situation, there was no time to worry about that now.
She took a deep breath and lowered her voice.
“Young Master Ji, to be honest, I do have a request. It concerns the safety of a friend, and I… I really have no other choice.”
"Please speak, Miss Jiang." Ji Wensheng's expression turned serious.
"Have you ever heard of the beautiful young lady in red sleeves beneath the peony blossoms, Young Master Ji?"
A flicker of surprise crossed Ji Wensheng's eyes, but he quickly concealed it in an instant.
"I've heard a bit about her; she's a rather famous courtesan. I've heard she had a close relationship with Fang Shijie..."
Jiang Ling was preoccupied with Hongxiu and didn't notice his unusual behavior.
“Hongxiu... has also been missing for several days. I’m worried that she didn’t just disappear without a word; perhaps she’s encountered some trouble, or... is thinking of doing something drastic.”
"I have limited connections in this area and have no way of investigating. Young Master Ji's caravan is spread all over the north and south and is well-informed. I wonder if you could... ask your caravan members to keep an eye out for Miss Hongxiu's whereabouts while they are on their business trips? Whether it is around Ping'an County or on the official roads and waterways leading to various places, if there is any news that seems to be about her, please let me know."
She paused, then added, "Of course, I won't let Young Master Ji and his men work for nothing. I'll cover all the expenses and rewards."
After listening, a look of understanding flashed in Ji Wensheng's eyes.
Considering the relationship between Hongxiu and Fang Shijie, she already understood about 70-80% of the situation.
Fang Shijie has already fled to avoid punishment. Hongxiu is so close to him that she must know a lot of secrets.
Given Fang Shijie's ruthless methods, he would definitely want to get rid of him as soon as possible!
Although he knew the consequences would be dire, it was Jiang Ling's first time working with him and her first time speaking, so he had to do what needed to be done.
“Miss Jiang is loyal and righteous, I admire her! It was just a small favor, to pass on a message in the caravan to ask the brothers to keep an eye out along the way. As for any reward, that's too kind of you. Since we are business partners, I can certainly help with this small matter.”
His quick agreement relieved Jiang Ling, and a sense of gratitude welled up in her heart.
"Thank you very much, Young Master Ji!"
"You're too kind," Ji Wensheng said with a smile.
"I will give the order right away, and have all the managers keep an eye out. If there is any news, send a message to you through the caravan immediately."
He paused, then lowered his voice.
"However, Miss Jiang, you should also be prepared. In this vast sea of people, if she intends to hide, it will probably not be easy to find her."
Jiang Ling nodded, her eyes dimming slightly.
"I understand. Let's do our best and leave the rest to fate."
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