Chapter 280: The Lady of the Marquisate vs. the Younger Prince 23
Most of the guests at Linglong Pavilion are women. When they see several fierce-looking men standing at the door, they dare not enter at all.
The Treasure Pavilion across the street also sells gold, silver, jade and precious stones, but its styles are not as novel as those of Linglong Pavilion, and its business is not as prosperous as that of Linglong Pavilion.
The owner of the Treasure Pavilion is named Qian. He is a fat businessman dressed in bright red silk, with a ruddy face and a happy look.
Boss Qian walked over slowly with a big belly, looking into Linglong Pavilion. "Hey, what's going on? Are they being harassed for debt?"
"My neighbors, relatives, and friends are all guests. I, Old Qian, have been doing business for more than ten years. I am honest and trustworthy, and I have a good reputation. You must not go to a shop like this where you owe money. They will definitely sell inferior goods to make money. It is better to come to my Treasure Pavilion, where you can find all the treasures in the world."
Boss Qian had a very loud voice, which instantly attracted everyone's attention. Many young girls and noble ladies from Beijing who wanted to buy jewelry actually entered the Treasure Pavilion.
Some guests were lingering at the entrance of Linglong Pavilion, whispering:
"I still prefer Linglong Pavilion. The girls who serve there are good at making things. Every time they come out after dressing up, they look like a different person. My husband has been loving me more these days."
"Who said it wasn't? I also want to buy some new rouge for my sister. Tomorrow is her coming-of-age ceremony. Can I still go in today?"
"The things in Zhenbao Pavilion are too old-fashioned. My daughter likes the things in Linglong Pavilion. Why hasn't the owner of Linglong Pavilion come yet? Did he offend someone?"
Boss Qian was still loudly soliciting customers, and in order to lead people to the Treasure Pavilion, he slandered the Linglong Pavilion more and more unscrupulously.
"I've long said that this Linglong Pavilion is not a decent place. The owner has never been seen, and the people who come and go to serve are all pretty girls. God knows what kind of business they do? Ladies and girls from decent families should never go there, so as not to be tainted by that seductive vixen."
Shiqi jumped off the carriage, put her hands on her hips, pointed at Boss Qian and cursed: "What nonsense are you talking about, you bastard? Our Linglong Pavilion is a legitimate business. We have official documents issued by the government and pay taxes to the government every year. If you slander Linglong Pavilion again, do you believe I will tear your mouth off?"
Boss Qian had met Shiqi several times and knew that Shiqi was not the boss of Linglong Pavilion, but a maid serving the boss.
A maid is so beautiful, wearing gold and silver, and her whole appearance is more elegant than that of an ordinary lady. But what use can a maid be?
Boss Qian can open a shop here, so he must have a backer behind him. He shouted even louder:
"Oh, you are such a shrew! It is hard to raise villains and girls. The words of the saints are true. With a maid like you, the master must not be a good person. I think Linglong Pavilion will not be able to operate any longer. You might as well sell it to me."
Shiqi has a hot temper, so Ji Yunhuan asked her to help with the management. Shiqin is pretty and has a gentler temperament, so Ji Yunhuan often keeps her by his side.
It was indeed unfair for Shiqi to be detained in the Marquis' Mansion in the past. But when Ji Yunhuan let her out, she was like a bird out of a cage, becoming more efficient and decisive. She managed the shop in an orderly manner and never suffered any loss when dealing with anyone.
Shiqin was still worried and didn't let her madam get off the carriage, but Shiqi had already started arguing with Boss Qian.
"What's wrong with being a woman? Aren't you born by your mother? Your mother isn't a woman? Without women, where would you be? You pick up the bowl to eat, but put it down and curse your mother, you bastard! Aren't the things in your shop bought by women?"
"The monthly income of Linglong Pavilion is ten or a hundred times that of Zhenbao Pavilion. I think your Zhenbao Pavilion is about to fail. You should close it as soon as possible! My master is too lazy to even accept your junk!"
The ladies and young ladies around all covered their mouths and laughed. They all knew Shiqi. Shiqi was the girl with the best craftsmanship in Linglong Pavilion. She had a clever mouth and could praise people to the heart. It turned out that scolding people could also be so satisfying.
Shiqin got off the carriage. Everyone around looked at her. She felt a little embarrassed, but she still shouted to the strong man at the door:
"My master is here, what are you doing blocking the way here? Get out of the way!"
Boss Qian couldn't take his eyes off Shiqin and didn't bother to argue with Shiqi. Who is the boss of Linglong Pavilion? Why are the maids around her so beautiful?
Several strong men at the door stared at Shiqin with unfriendly faces. Shiqin barely held on to her breath and said loudly as her mistress had ordered, "If you don't move out of the way, my master can't get in, and you can't get the money."
The sturdy man in the lead nodded and really made way for them.
Shiqin breathed a sigh of relief. She didn't know where these people came from, but they didn't seem like they would harm the lady.
She immediately ran to the carriage and helped her lady down.
Ji Yunhuan was wearing a veil, which half-covered her face, making her look even more unique, beautiful and elegant.
Shiqin and Shiqi protected her on both sides as they walked in. Boss Qian sighed and said:
"She is actually a woman, and she has two beautiful maids around her. She is not afraid of being overshadowed. Or she is ugly and keeps the maids for her husband to consolidate his favor."
Ji Yunhuan stopped walking, turned around and gave Boss Qian a cold look, "Whether I am ugly or beautiful has nothing to do with you? In the business world, what counts is real ability, and what is fought for is real money, not just talking."
Boss Qian was actually a little frightened by this look. He just stood there in a daze without saying anything.
Ji Yunhuan looked around and said loudly, "Linglong Pavilion has no debts and has not offended anyone. Today's incident is just a misunderstanding and will be resolved soon. Please wait for a moment. After this matter is resolved, all guests who enter the pavilion today will receive gifts."
As soon as these words were spoken, the customers at the store entrance were extremely happy. As word spread, the customers in the Treasure Pavilion also heard about it and ran out to wait to enter the Linglong Pavilion.
Boss Qian was so angry that his belly was shaking. He returned to the Treasure Pavilion angrily. He finally had the opportunity today, and he must find a way to bring down the Linglong Pavilion. If he continued to be suppressed by the Linglong Pavilion, his Treasure Pavilion would really have to close down.
After Ji Yunhuan comforted the guests, he entered Linglong Pavilion.
She recognized the man guarding the door. He was a thug from the Fugui Casino. Since it was a casino, it was natural that they had to lend money at high interest rates to gamblers.
The Fugui Casino is the property of the second prince. They are arrogant and claim that they can gamble on anything, including money, life, and even selling children. They dare to accept anything.
The only valuable land next to the Marquis's mansion has been mortgaged to the Fugui Casino, and the casino still dares to lend money to Liang Wanzhou. Of course, they are not interested in the money from the Marquis's mansion, but Ji Yunhuan's dowry!
In the last century, Yun Huan had patched up so much of a hole. This was a bottomless pit. Now she didn't care about Liang Wanzhou's life or death. Without her financial support, Liang Wanzhou was indeed visited by loan sharks to collect his debts in advance. That's why the old lady shamelessly came to Linglong Pavilion to make a scene.
Ji Yunhuan curled his lips into a sneer. Liang Wanzhou couldn't pay back the gambling debts and the lives he owed. So he could pay with his own life in the future!
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