Chapter 101 Jiang Wuyu is no ordinary person
Three days later.
When Zhou Mujiao arrived at the Good Luck Restaurant, Du Zhusheng was already there, while Jiang Wuyu only arrived after a short while, and despite it being winter, he was still covered in sweat.
The other party was Eighteen's savior, so Zhou Mujiao immediately expressed her concern: "Uncle Jiang, are you in trouble?"
"It's not too much trouble, it's just that my mother suddenly fell ill and was delirious all night. She's only just recovered." Jiang Wuyu said, cupping her hands in a gesture of respect. "I apologize for keeping Miss Zhou waiting."
For some reason, Zhou Mujiao felt a sense of familiarity when she looked at Jiang Wuyu, even though there was nothing unusual about him.
Suppressing her unease, Zhou Mujiao got to the point. She first asked Jiang Wuyu, "Uncle Jiang said last time that he would let me settle down. I wonder if that still stands?"
"As long as I don't have to travel anymore, I'm very willing."
“Yes, I am indeed short of manpower right now. I plan to open a small inn thirty kilometers outside the city along the official road for travelers to eat and rest. If Uncle Jiang thinks it's a good idea, then we can start preparing now. This is Uncle Du Zhusheng. Uncle Du, please assist Uncle Jiang.”
Jiang Wuyu frowned slightly.
Taohua County is not a major city, but the official road 20 kilometers outside the city is a transportation hub connecting the north and south. Strictly speaking, once you enter Yuzhou, you are in the Central Plains. There are many merchants and caravans coming and going every day, but since it is only a few dozen miles away from the town, most people will grit their teeth and hurry on their way, and rest after entering the town.
Therefore, Zhou Mujiao's choice to open an inn there was definitely not going to make money, unless there was something particularly attractive about it. On the other hand, if there were something very attractive to customers, a normal person would definitely choose to open an inn in the city. After all, if you open an inn on the main road, you'll only be doing one-time business, while if you open an inn in the city, you'll have repeat customers every day.
Seeing that Jiang Wuyu remained silent, Zhou Mujiao was not in a hurry. She first asked Du Zhusheng, "Uncle Du, if the inn opens, would you be willing to manage it?"
"Thank you for your help, Miss Zhou. I am happy to do it. I would even be willing to work as a waiter, let alone manage the shop."
“It would be a waste of Uncle Du’s talents to have him work as a waiter.” Zhou Mujiao smiled, then turned to Jiang Wuyu and asked, “Uncle Jiang, do you have any concerns?”
Jiang Wuyu asked directly, "Miss Zhou, did you open this inn to gather information?"
"Uncle Jiang is very knowledgeable and saw through it at a glance. That's right, I do have that plan, but whether it can be opened depends on Uncle Jiang and Uncle Du. I don't have anyone I can use right now. If Uncle Jiang and Uncle Du don't step in, I estimate that even if this inn can be opened, it will be two years later."
"Why do you say it will be two years later?"
"Two years from now, Lord Chen's term will expire," Du Zhusheng interjected. "Lord Chen's daughter is somewhat unfriendly to Miss Zhou, and Lord Chen is quite protective of his own. For Miss Chen's sake, Lord Chen will not let Miss Zhou have her way."
After he finished speaking, he still didn't understand: "But Miss Zhou, Brother Jiang and I are a down-on-his-luck clerk who was kicked out of the yamen and an ordinary peddler, respectively. I dare not guarantee that I can handle things with the yamen. Brother Jiang is just a peddler, and he's not even a local. How can he possibly handle Lord Chen? I'm sorry, Brother Jiang, I don't mean to look down on you. I'm just really curious."
“I am also curious. I am just a peddler. Why would Miss Zhou entrust me with such an important task? Although I have not been in Peach Blossom County for long, I can tell from a little inquiry that the person who cooperates most closely with Miss Zhou is Boss Tang of Good Luck Restaurant. Boss Tang has money and manpower. He should be the best choice for Miss Zhou.”
Zhou Mujiao smiled slightly: "That is indeed the logic, but I am a rather timid person and do not like to put all my eggs in one basket."
Du Zhusheng was even more confused.
Jiang is just a peddler. Even if he saved the little girl from the Zhao family, Zhou Mujiao only needs to give him a small steward position to repay the favor. But Zhou Mujiao just said that she wants Jiang to make the preparations? Is it based on age and the places they've been to to determine seniority?
As if she could hear his thoughts, Zhou Mujiao immediately gave her answer: "The couple who kidnapped my sister were serious criminals of the imperial court. Someone once offered a reward of one million taels of silver to take their heads. There are so many capable people in the martial arts world, but in the end they both died at the hands of Uncle Jiang, a mere peddler... Uncle Jiang, you can even handle Tao Hong and Monkey Spirit, so opening a small inn will definitely be no problem for you."
Du Zhusheng hissed. This Jiang fellow was no ordinary peddler. Could he also be a serious criminal? No, no, if he were a serious criminal, Lord Chen would have arrested him immediately. Moreover, when Lord Chen and his advisor talked about Governor Li that day, Lord Chen also mentioned Jiang Wuyu, and his tone was quite wary.
Who exactly is Jiang Wuyu, the man even Lord Chen fears? Is he righteous or evil?
Jiang Wuyu smiled and said, "No matter how capable I was, that was twenty years ago. In the years since, I've just been selling goods, wherever I can get by. People I used to be on good terms with have all drifted away. But since Miss Zhou is willing to give me this opportunity, I'll give it a try. But let me make it clear beforehand, if it doesn't work out, Miss Zhou can only consider it bad luck. I don't have any money to compensate you."
"Giving it to anyone is a gamble, and I'm willing to accept the consequences!"
“Alright, then Brother Du and I will start preparations tomorrow. Ten days from now, we will definitely present a plan to you, Miss Zhou.”
"Then it's settled." Zhou Mujiao stood up. "Uncle Jiang has a sick person at home, so I won't keep you any longer. Uncle Du, please do your best to assist Uncle Jiang. I have other things to attend to, so I'll go now—"
Before she could utter the word "leave," a voice interrupted her: "Miss Zhou, Lord Du, what are you talking about that's all so lively?"
It was Magistrate Chen, followed by his daughter Chen Wan'er.
It is said that Chen Wan'er used to be someone who rarely left her home. But after meeting Zhao Yunjing, she became obsessed, leaving home eight times a day, hoping to bump into him. Even after suffering a great loss at the Zhao family, she remained true to her original intention. However, when Zhao Yunjing went to the academy, she could no longer bump into him, and she calmed down for a while. But being in a one-sided love every day was not a solution, and she became mentally unstable. So, her father took her out to the street.
The county magistrate and his daughter arrived uninvited, which surprised Zhou Mujiao. However, as the saying goes, one cannot hit a smiling face, and besides, the other party was an official while she was a commoner. She couldn't fight against the powerful, so she bowed calmly and said, "Greetings, Lord Chen and Miss Chen."
As soon as Lord Chen entered the shop, Manager Su knew about it and came over to greet him personally. After some pleasantries, Lord Chen nodded to Manager Su: "I have a few words I would like to say to Brother Jiang privately. Manager Su, please arrange a quiet private room."
"The top-class room next door is usually used by our boss, but it's empty right now. Please come in, sir."
Lord Chen and Jiang Wuyu went to the next room, leaving Du Zhusheng and the two girls in the private room. The atmosphere between the two girls was strange. He sat there and started a few topics, but no one responded. It was quite awkward.
Zhou Mujiao said, "Uncle Du, if you have nothing else to do, please have another drink with Miss Chen. I have other things to attend to, so I'll be leaving now."
If a man and a woman who are not related to each other are in a private room, even if they are just having tea, other people will gossip if they find out.
Miss Chen chased after him, calling out, "Zhou Mujiao, stop right there!"
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