Chapter 203 Father’s Test, Mother’s Support
The strategic cooperation intention reached in the study of the princess's mansion was like a fire that ignited the hearts of the three little kids.
Especially Nangong Jingxing, his deep eyes that looked very similar to his father's, flashed with a sharpness and excitement that was extremely inconsistent with his age.
The three of them sprang into action almost immediately, with a clear division of labor. Nangong Jingxing was in charge of overall planning and financial budgeting, and at such a young age, he was already proficient in double-entry bookkeeping.
Nangong Linglong is responsible for designing the shelf structure and store area divisions, where her sense of space and engineering talent are demonstrated.
Shen Nianchen used the connections he had accumulated over the past few years as an auction agent to quietly inquire about suitable shop locations and potential sources of goods.
But they all knew that such a huge plan would ultimately depend on their biggest backer and angel investor, Niang.
The support of my great-aunt Dongfang Yuning.
So, early the next morning, the three little guys ran happily to the main courtyard of Prince Yong's Mansion, and happened to run into their father/great uncle who was about to go to the government office, and their mother/young aunt and grandmother who was standing on tiptoe to straighten his collar.
"Good morning, Daddy! Good morning, Mommy!"
"Good morning, Grandfather Imperial Uncle! Good morning, Grandmother Aunt!"
The three of them saluted politely, but their eyes were staring at Dongfang Yuning with sparkling eyes.
Nangong Ye raised his eyebrows and looked at the three little ones, especially the two from his own family. He intuitively felt that they were up to something bad again.
He lowered his head and kissed Dongfang Yuning's forehead, saying softly:
"I will be back soon. Ning'er, if you need anything, please let the secret guard call me."
He glanced at the three little guys with a warning look:
Be good and don’t tire me out, baby!
The three little guys shrank their necks, and when Nangong Ye's tall figure disappeared at the door, they immediately surrounded Dongfang Yuning like three little birds.
"Mother, mother! We have something important to report!"
Nangong Jingxing spoke first, his face serious.
"Aunt Grandma! We want to open a super awesome shop!"
Shen Nianchen added.
Nangong Linglong directly took out a densely drawn sketch and looked at her mother eagerly.
Dongfang Yuning was amused by them. He took them to sit on the soft couch in the hall and picked up the sketch:
"Oh? What's this amazing shop? Let mother see it."
Nangong Jingxing took a deep breath and began to explain their "supermarket plan" in a clear and orderly manner.
From concept to layout, from product selection to settlement, although it is immature, it already has a clear business model framework.
Nangong Linglong added details from time to time, such as the load-bearing structure of the shelves and the lighting design of different areas.
Shen Nianchen was responsible for explaining the market prospects and preliminary site selection intentions.
As Dongfang Yuning listened, the surprise and admiration in his eyes grew stronger and stronger.
Although she had known from her mind that the children were smart, she never thought they would think of this!
This has completely gone beyond the scope of simple imitation, but truly understood the core logic of self-service shopping and experiential consumption!
[Ding! High-quality business plan (children's edition) detected! Assessment: Creativity SSS+, Feasibility A (adult support required), huge market potential! Host, your children are truly surpassing their teachers!]
118 provides professional evaluation at the appropriate time.
Dongfang Yuning's heart was filled with pride.
She put down the sketch, looked at the three expectant little faces, smiled and patted their heads one by one:
"That's a great idea! Mom supports you!"
"yeah!"
The three little guys cheered immediately!
"but,"
Dongfang Yuning changed the subject and acted like a business woman.
"Ideas alone are not enough. You need to give me a detailed plan, including budget, staffing, and management processes.
Linglong, you need to draw more detailed decoration drawings, or even make a small model. Jingxing, you need to finalize the supply and pricing system with Nianchen and make a list.
She looked at the children taking notes seriously and continued:
"I will talk to your father about the shop and ask him to integrate the several large shops under the palace's name. You can choose the location of your choice.
I can lend you some start-up capital, but you have to pay interest, and you have to pay it back when you make money!"
She is interested in developing their financial intelligence and sense of responsibility.
"Yes, mother!"
"Thank you, Aunt Grandma!"
The three little guys were so excited, as if they had received a sacred mission. They immediately ran back to the study and began to work hard. Some wrote plans, some drew blueprints, and some checked account books.
Looking at the children's energetic backs, Dongfang Yuning leaned on the cushion with a satisfied smile on his lips.
[118, you say... At this rate, in a few years, can I retire early and take Aye on a trip? If I leave the business to these little guys, they might even be more successful than me!]
She was happily calculating in her mind.
System 118:
[Theoretically, it's feasible! But, host, are you sure the prince is willing to let you 'retire'? According to my analysis, the prince's greatest wish is probably to keep you 'in captivity' by his side, rather than letting you travel and enjoy the scenery (although he will definitely accompany you). Moreover, beneath the current prosperity, undercurrents surge.]
118's words were like a small stone thrown into a calm lake, causing ripples.
The smile on Dongfang Yuning's face faded a little.
Of course she knew what 118 meant.
In recent months, more and more foreign forces have been trying to contact her through various covert channels, hoping to buy special products.
Envoys from island countries in Southeast Asia and even representatives of the Khanate in the distant Western Regions have expressed, either explicitly or implicitly, a strong interest in some of the powerful city defense equipment and personal protective equipment produced by Yanmao Gewu.
Although the words are euphemistic, the purpose is obvious.
What they want is not ordinary goods at all, but weapons that transcend the current cognition and integrate systematic black technology and modern concepts.
For example, a powerful crossbow with a range far exceeding that of current bows and arrows, composite armor with amazing defense, and... some more powerful gadgets that she had only tested on a small scale.
She had never sold these goods publicly, and only equipped a small amount of them to Nangong Ye's personal guards and the core defenders of Yanmao Port as a basis for guarding the country's borders.
But there is no wall that is impenetrable. The prosperity and mystery of Yanmao have long attracted attention from all sides, and its hidden military potential has naturally been targeted by some interested people.
Faced with these temptations and tempting sky-high prices, Dongfang Yuning's response was always just two words: not for sale.
[Latest news: The Xidi tribe's envoy has passed on another message through intermediary number three, offering to exchange ten gold mountains for one hundred sets of 'Thunderfire Crossbow' designs.]
System 118 report.
Dongfang Yuning's eyes turned cold:
"Keep the gold for yourself. Yanmao products are only for self-preservation, not for aggression. My things are the foundation of our nation, not firewood to ignite the flames of war."
Her attitude was extremely firm.
She comes from the modern era and knows very well what kind of disaster will happen if advanced weapons fall into the hands of the wrong people.
Her original intention in developing these things was to protect the people she cared about and the hard-earned prosperity, so that Dayan would have enough confidence to stand firm in the world, rather than for the profit from the arms trade, let alone to stir up trouble in the world.
She can earn wealth through legitimate business means.
But there are some bottom lines that must never be crossed.
[Understood. Your position has been recorded. Also, based on information gathered from various sources, it seems a shadowy force is attempting to connect these forces interested in 'special products'. It's suspected...]
The data stream of system 118 flickered.
Pointing north.]
North?
Dongfang Yuning's heart moved.
The Northern Di people they had destroyed? Although they were destroyed, they had too many tribes and were difficult to manage, so they didn't pay much attention to them. Only they were obedient!
Could it be that they are still harboring evil intentions and dare not come again, so they want to instigate others to serve as pawns and try to obtain weapons to fight against Dayan?
【Continue monitoring.】
Dongfang Yuning ordered,
[If there is any unusual movement, tell me and Aye immediately.]
She stood up, walked to the window, and looked at the busy Yanmao Port in the distance.
The harbor was peaceful and prosperous under the sunshine, but she knew that beneath this calm, a storm might be brewing.
The children have their business dreams, while she and her general have territories and order to protect.
Father's test and mother's support
In the evening, Nangong Ye returned home.
After listening to Dongfang Yuning's description of the children's "supermarket plan" and her request for support in integrating the palace shops, he did not agree immediately.
He called the three little kids who were on high alert to the study.
Nangong Ye sat at his desk, his face calm and imposing. Even when facing his own children and his most beloved nephew, he was still questioning them as Prince Yong and the actual controller of his business empire.
"Did you bring the plan?"
His voice was steady.
Nangong Jingxing took a deep breath, stepped forward, and presented a plan written in childish but clearly organized handwriting.
Nangong Linglong held up an extremely delicate store model made of wood and cardboard. Shen Nianchen was responsible for explaining the site selection considerations and preliminary supply source research results.
Nangong Ye carefully flipped through the plan, then picked up the small model and looked at it for a moment without saying a word. The atmosphere in the study was so solemn that the palms of the three little guys were sweating.
After a long time, he put down the plan and glanced at the three nervous little faces.
"The idea is acceptable."
He spoke slowly, his tone unable to tell whether he was happy or angry.
"But it's riddled with loopholes. The budget is too idealistic, not accounting for losses and unexpected expenses. The concept of personnel management is naive. How will we prevent losses, manage scheduling, and respond to emergencies? The supply channel is single and easily constrained..."
He pointed out seven or eight key issues in a row, each of which hit the nail on the head.
The three little guys' faces gradually fell, and they looked a little dejected.
However, Nangong Ye changed the subject:
"However, you dare to think and dare to act, and that's worthy of recognition. I can give you a shop. I can even lend you the start-up capital, and the interest rate will be based on what Mother has agreed to."
The children's eyes lit up again instantly!
"but,"
Nangong Ye emphasized again, his eyes sharp,
"Within three months, you must come up with a detailed plan to resolve the problem I just mentioned. Otherwise, the project will be terminated, the shop will be reclaimed, and you will return to your studies and martial arts training."
This is a test and also a tempering.
He doesn't want his children to act based on temporary interests and fantasies, but wants them to know that real business operations are far more complicated and cruel than what can be seen on paper.
"Yes! Father! We will do it!"
Nangong Jingxing assured loudly, his eyes full of fighting spirit.
"Thank you, Grandfather Emperor!"
"Let's change it right now!"
The three little guys seemed to have received a shot of adrenaline, and rushed back to the study with plans and models in their arms, full of fighting spirit.
After the children left, Nangong Ye pulled Dongfang Yuning to sit on his lap, rubbing his chin against the top of her head, and his tone returned to gentleness:
"Ning'er, are you so confident in letting them mess around? Aren't you afraid they'll lose all the money the palace has saved?"
Dongfang Yuning put his arm around his neck and smiled cunningly:
"What's the fear of losing it all? With their parents around, why worry about not being able to make it back? The important thing is to let them try, fail, and grow. Besides, don't you still have the final say~"
She paused, put away her smile, and told him the news from day 118 about the arms test and the suspected secret collusion between Beidi.
After hearing this, Nangong Ye's eyes instantly became cold and sharp, like a cold blade drawn from its sheath.
He hugged Dongfang Yuning tightly, his voice low and powerful:
"Ning'er did the right thing. Those things must not leave Yanmao. Beidi...it seems that he has lived in peace for too long and has forgotten the pain."
A hint of murderous intent flashed in his eyes:
"I'll take care of this. Ning'er, don't worry. Just watch the children realize their supermarket dreams. Even if the sky falls, your husband will hold it up."
Dongfang Yuning leaned in his arms with peace of mind.
Yes, with him around, she only needs to focus on her research and development, take care of her children, occasionally do some profit, and watch the show when she is free.
Her general will be there to smooth out the storms outside.
The children's "Linglong Wanxiang Supermarket" plan has officially entered the intensive preparation stage under the strict test of their father and the full support of their mother.
The future of Yanmao Port is destined to be more exciting and more...magnificent.
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