Everyone has their own difficulties.
First, he expressed his understanding of Zhou Ziqiong's situation, and then Jing Zhe asked, "Miss Zhou should have realized that Manager Hu of Juxianlou is in cahoots with Master Qu and the others. You should be careful!"
Zhou Ziqiong nodded, then said helplessly, "I've already figured it out, but it's too late. Who would have thought that they were already plotting against the Zhou family from the very beginning, when they bought the cotton..."
"To be honest, Miss Zhou, I stayed here last night and happened to overhear their conversation. Their target was indeed the Zhou family's cloth workshop, and even Prince Jin and Prince Yu were involved... I don't understand, has the Zhou family's cloth workshop offended them? How could they get Prince Jin involved and specifically target the cotton?"
This is what Jing Zhe is curious about.
Logically speaking, the most important thing for Prince Jin right now is to "cooperate" with the Western Frontier King Kadan. How could he have the time and energy to deal with the Zhou family's cloth workshop?
Besides, what grudge or hatred could possibly drive him to play such a grand scheme?
If we're talking about Jing Zhe, that makes sense, since Jing Zhe is the King of Jin's enemy. But the Zhou family...
Jing Zhe couldn't understand.
Upon hearing the name of Prince Jin, Zhou Ziqiong clenched her fists, her eyes turning cold: "Prince Jin... has nothing to do with the Zhou family, he just has some connection with me, which is why the Zhou family has suffered. So these things can't be blamed on my father, it was only a matter of time before they targeted him!"
"..."
Although he was very curious, Jing Zhe didn't ask any further questions because Zhou Ziqiong didn't seem inclined to continue the conversation.
"However, our Zhou family runs a legitimate business, so I'm not afraid of him! If he doesn't want the Zhou family to prosper, then I will definitely get through this and never let his scheme succeed!"
"good!"
Zhou Ziqiong's resolute attitude moved Jing Zhe. Based on the principle that the enemy of my enemy is my friend, Jing Zhe was determined to help Zhou Ziqiong to the end, saying, "Miss Zhou is right. We have a clear conscience in doing business. So what if it's the Prince of Jin? Miss Zhou doesn't need to be afraid. I will be staying in Ruzhou for a while. During this time, if Miss Zhou encounters any difficulties, just let me know! I will help if I can, and I will try my best to help even if I can't!"
"..."
Zhou Ziqiong was slightly surprised, and couldn't tell whether she was moved or shocked. She didn't even notice the "we" that Jing Zhe mentioned.
"Thank you very much, young master..."
Zhou Ziqiong bowed again, "We've known each other for so long, and I still didn't know..."
"Welcome, Pavilion Master Mu!"
Zhou Ziqiong originally wanted to ask Jing Zhe's name, after all, Jing Zhe had helped her a lot and promised to continue to help her, so he could be considered her benefactor. Unfortunately, before she could say anything, she heard the excited voice of the Prince of Yu.
Then, the people at the door parted to the sides with a "whoosh," leaving only the Crown Prince of Yu standing to one side, smiling and talking.
Two women in fitted purple dresses walked in.
Naturally, it was Mu Qingren and Wang Yingqiu.
Just as Jing Zhe had guessed, although everyone was eager to see the two of them and squeezed forward, as soon as Mu Qingren stepped forward, everyone consciously stepped back a distance.
The people of Ruzhou revered Mu Qingren as a goddess, while these scholars were merely ordinary people who could only admire her without any other thoughts, for in their eyes, it was a desecration of her.
...
Today, Mu Qingren and Wang Yingqiu wore the same purple fitted long dress, with exquisite and vigorous branches embroidered on the dress with bright white silk thread, extending from the hem to the waist. A thin belt of the same bright white cinched the waist, showing off their good figures.
Over her long dress, she wore a light pink, open-fronted gauze garment, which shimmered with every movement, adding a touch of chivalry as the sword at her waist swayed.
The two were dressed the same, but they gave off different vibes.
Mu Qingren was taller and had a slender figure, making her appear exceptionally beautiful, while Wang Yingqiu was shorter, but had a more voluptuous figure, adding to her charm.
Surprisingly, in addition to wearing the same clothes, the two also had identical hair accessories and outfits.
Her long, jet-black hair was simply tied up with a purple and white ribbon, giving her a clean and elegant look.
With a simple stroke of ink, their willow-leaf eyebrows accentuated their fair and delicate skin. A touch of pink rouge made their skin appear rosy and radiant. A light red tint on their thin lips made their already stunning faces even more beautiful.
Although the two wore the same clothes and had similar makeup, it didn't look out of place and was pleasing to the eye.
Mu Qingren and Wang Yingqiu both had exceptionally clear eyes, which also carried a hint of coldness. Although they had a faint smile on their lips, they still exuded a coldness that kept people at a distance.
Although they hadn't seen each other for a long time, the sense of familiarity and warmth that Mu Qingren and Wang Yingqiu brought to Jing Zhe had never faded away.
Moreover, after just one glance, a wave of longing washed over him. Although he said he didn't want to look, Jing Zhe couldn't take his eyes off the master and disciple at that moment, his gaze burning as he stared intently at them.
After Zhou Ziqiong returned, all her attention was focused on Jing Zhe, because she was very curious whether Jing Zhe really didn't want to see Mu Qingren, just as he said.
As a result, she saw Jing Zhe staring blankly at Mu Qingren and her apprentice like a lovesick fool, and couldn't help but smile...
It seems he's a normal man after all!
Zhou Ziqiong never believed in saints or anything like that because she felt it was unreal, while Jing Zhe, though his words weren't entirely truthful, acted quite genuinely...
...
"Thank you for your trouble, Prince Yu."
Mu Qingren nodded slightly to the Crown Prince of Yu.
Upon hearing this, the Crown Prince of Yu's face lit up with joy: "Sect Master Mu is too kind! It is rare for Sect Master Mu to attend the Lantern Festival Poetry Gathering. As the host of this gathering, I, the Crown Prince, should naturally welcome you!"
Although the Lantern Festival Poetry Gathering was jointly organized by Juxianlou and Zhou Family Cloth Shop, Juxianlou was the main organizer, and Manager Hu was a follower of the Prince of Yu, so it was not unreasonable for him to call himself the host.
Mu Qingren nodded slightly and then said to everyone, "This is my disciple, Wang Yingqiu, who is also the owner of Wuxian Garden in the capital."
When Mu Qingren first summoned Wang Yingqiu back from Jingzhou, she intended to cultivate her talent, because in her eyes, Wang Yingqiu would be the most suitable successor if she ever wanted to relinquish her position as the Pavilion Master.
However, what happened during her trip to Jinxi far exceeded her expectations, and her original plans were completely disrupted—but that seemed unimportant now.
Her relationship with Wang Yingqiu deepened. Because Wang Yingqiu had been away from Ruzhou for so long, many people in Ruzhou had forgotten her. So whenever there were many people, she would introduce her!
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