On the opening day, Yunxiang Pavilion was decorated with lanterns and colorful streamers, and the sound of firecrackers was deafening.
Lin Yun, dressed in a light purple dress, stood at the door to greet guests.
Neighbors and passersby stopped to watch, full of curiosity about the newly opened shop.
Many people took the flyers and learned that Yunxiang Pavilion was opening today with free makeup trials, so they waited early.
It's foolish not to take advantage of a good deal.
There was a temporary crowd at the entrance.
Around ten o'clock, Ninth Master and Eighth Master arrived late, attracting everyone's attention as soon as they entered.
Lin Yun greeted them with a smile: "Ninth Master and Eighth Master, it is an honor to have you here."
Ninth Master snorted coldly, his gaze turning icy: "Miss Lin, you have quite the skills to be so successful in the capital."
Lin Yun replied neither humbly nor arrogantly: "Thanks to the kindness of all you esteemed guests, I am merely a small business owner."
Eighth Master smiled slightly and said in a gentle tone, "Miss Lin is too modest. I've heard that your rouge and face powder are quite famous in the Jiangnan region. Today is a good day to see them for myself."
Lin Yun stepped aside and gestured, "Please follow me, gentlemen."
She led Ninth Master and Eighth Master to a private room on the second floor, where exquisite tea and snacks and several boxes of newly made rouge were already laid out on the table.
Lin Yun personally poured tea for the two of them, then took out a box of rouge and handed it to Ninth Master: "Ninth Master, this is a gift that I specially prepared for you. I hope you will accept it."
Ninth Master glanced at it but did not take it: "What is the meaning of this, Miss Lin?"
Lin Yun smiled slightly: "The misunderstanding between Ninth Master and me is nothing more than a minor business dispute."
I hope to take this opportunity to reconcile with Ninth Master.
Ninth Master sneered: "Let bygones be bygones? Miss Lin makes it sound so easy."
Lin Yun remained calm and took out a contract from her sleeve, pushing it in front of Eighth Master and Ninth Master: "This is 20% of Yunxiang Pavilion's shares. As long as Ninth Master nods, we will be partners from now on."
Ninth Master was taken aback, clearly not expecting her to pull this stunt.
He picked up the contract with suspicion, looked at it carefully, and found that the terms were actually quite generous.
Eighth Master also came over for a look, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes.
Lin Yun continued, "Ninth Master has extensive connections in the capital. If we can cooperate, Yunxiang Pavilion's business will definitely reach new heights."
As for past grievances, they were merely matters of self-interest; why hold grudges?
Ninth Master was silent for a moment, then suddenly burst into laughter: "What a Lin Yun! No wonder she can make such a name for herself in Shangyang County, she certainly has guts!"
Lin Yun smiled slightly: "Ninth Master, you flatter me."
Ninth Master's smile vanished, his gaze sharpening: "However, isn't 20% too little?"
Lin Yun's gaze was calm, and her tone was indifferent: "Ninth Master is already at the pinnacle of his position, what would he need so much silver for? Could it be that he wants to raise a private army?"
Upon hearing this, Ninth Master was shocked and slammed his fist on the table, shouting, "Insolence! Do you know what you're saying?"
Eighth Master's expression changed, and he quickly whispered, "Ninth Brother, be careful what you say!"
Lin Yun remained calm and smiled faintly: "Ninth Master, please calm down. I was just joking. But if you can expand your business nationwide, this 20% share of the profits will be no small amount."
Ninth Master stared intently at Lin Yun, his eyes blazing with anger, but she remained calm and showed no fear.
A moment later, he suddenly burst into laughter: "What a quick-witted Lin Yun! No wonder she's doing so well in Shangyang County!"
Lin Yun remained calm and composed: "I believe Ninth Master is already aware of how well my Yunxiang Pavilion's business is doing. Besides, if Ninth Master doesn't believe me, he can send someone to supervise the accounts. I, Lin Yun, have always acted with integrity and uprightness."
Eighth Master chimed in from the side, "Ninth Brother, Miss Lin is very sincere. Why not give it a try?"
Ninth Master and Eighth Master exchanged a glance, and Eighth Master nodded slightly to him.
There must be a share for the Emperor too; they can take a stake for now and see what happens later.
Finally, Ninth Master nodded: "Alright! Since Miss Lin is so agreeable, I, Ninth Master, am not a petty person. From now on, let's have a pleasant cooperation!"
Lin Yun raised her teacup and smiled brightly: "It's a pleasure working with you!"
Eighth Master watched Lin Yun from the side, almost blinded by her smile, and muttered to himself, "Demon."
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After Eighth Master and Ninth Master left, Xiao Tao couldn't help but ask, "Miss, are you really going to give 20% of the shares to Ninth Master? He's our rival!"
Lin Yun chuckled: "You can't catch a wolf without risking your cub. Ninth Master has a huge influence in the capital. Rather than being his enemy, it's better to turn him into a friend. Besides, I believe the Emperor wouldn't want to turn against his own brother because of me."
Since her last assassination attempt, the fact that the Emperor only confined Ninth Prince and the others to their quarters shows that the Emperor did not want to kill his brothers.
Whether for the sake of her reputation or out of her reluctance to part with her brotherhood, she didn't want to be the catalyst that ruined their relationship.
Moreover, she didn't want anyone to ruin the business back home.
Xiao Tao suddenly realized: "Miss is very insightful."
Lin Yun looked out the window; it was already dark, and the lights of the capital city were gradually coming on.
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Inside the Qianqing Palace, after listening to the report from the secret guards, Yongzheng smiled slightly and said, "This girl knows how to win people's hearts."
Su Peisheng asked, "Your Majesty, should we send someone to keep an eye on Ninth Prince?"
Yongzheng waved his hand: "No need. The Ninth Prince loves money the most. Now that he has received the benefits, he naturally won't make any more moves. Besides..."
He paused, a deep meaning flashing in his eyes, "Yun'er's move has saved me a lot of trouble."
Su Peisheng asked cautiously, "Is His Majesty still going today?"
After thinking for a moment, Yongzheng simply threw down his vermilion brush and said, "Let's go join in the fun."
As evening fell, the guests at Yunxiang Pavilion gradually dispersed. Manager Chen and his staff were checking accounts in the front hall, while Lin Yun was organizing goods in the back courtyard.
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