Chapter 834 837. Loss
Meng Haotian nodded, and left with his men without looking back.
Li Cong wanted to ask a few more questions, but Wu Nanping bowed to him and left.
Li Cong stood there for a while, and waited until everyone left before calling out to his men, "Follow the route we discussed earlier."
Anyway, whether it's true or false, everyone has something hidden.
As just merchants, it is impossible for them to take on Gu Wenheng without making some preparations.
This time it was just a big gamble. If they won, they would get a share of the profits. If they lost, they had already thought of a way out.
As for Lord Bai, who had already invested a lot of manpower and financial resources, they could no longer take care of him at this moment.
It is actually an easy choice to leave or not. Both parties have been offended. If you leave now, there may be a glimmer of hope.
"Master, what if Lord Bai comes after us?"
Li Cong, who was a bit silly before, now looked shrewd, "What crime?
Even if he did it secretly, it would be too late by the time he reacted.
Forget about revenge in the future, he's lucky enough to be able to protect himself this time.
He harmed several of our families back then, so this is just paying us back.
Tell our people to sell all their shops as soon as possible and go to Hai Province in batches."
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Gu Wenheng and Jin Qianqian looked at each other in surprise when they received the news. They didn't expect that this time it would be so smooth.
If things go as expected, the area close to Shangjing will be hit the hardest and will definitely suffer some losses.
Now that the people and property have returned safely, it seems that someone gave them a push from behind.
Jin Qianqian, "Could it be His Majesty?"
It seemed that only he could do things to such an extent. He had anticipated this long before they came to Beijing. The only thing they did not expect was that Gu Dashi would suddenly pass away, giving these people the opportunity to take action in advance.
I had prepared myself for the loss, but I didn't expect to get nothing.
Gu Wenheng shook his head, "It's good enough that he didn't just stand by and watch the fun, how could he possibly help?
No matter who it is, whether it is an enemy or a friend, we will know in a few days. I think the other party will not let go of such a big favor so easily."
Jin Qianqian also thought it made sense, "I hope he's not a difficult person, and preferably not a member of the royal family."
In this era of imperial power, the talents among the royal family are the most difficult to deal with.
Obviously, they were going to be disappointed, because on the second day after this incident, a letter from the Empress Dowager appeared in front of them.
Gu Wenheng, "...it's really troublesome."
Jin Qianqian, "…What should we do now?"
The couple was silent for a moment, then spoke in unison.
Gu Wenheng sighed, "The prince dared to write such a letter at this moment, it seems that he has obtained the permission of the emperor.
We acknowledge this affection."
Jin Qianqian, "...Heh, these two really have you tied up tightly. If you do good things for a while, you may have to pay for the rest of your life."
Gu Wenheng, "..." What truth are you talking about...
"It's not bad news," Gu Wenheng took a deep breath, comforting Jin Qianqian while also comforting himself, "It seems that the Crown Prince has won the emperor's favor, and the court will be much more stable."
Jin Qianqian: "...It is indeed good news."
For some people, this is terrible news.
When Bai Jinglie got the news, he was completely stunned.
Was he tricked by a few businessmen?
Overnight, all of them disappeared, leaving him with a mess.
In order to suppress Jin Qianqian as quickly as possible, he spent most of his wealth.
Now I have some shops that I bought at high prices, and I have let all the people go, but this is the result I got.
What made him feel even more embarrassed was that he didn't know how to explain this to the Xu family.
He was not afraid of the Xu family, but behind them were the Fifth Prince and Concubine Xu, so he had to think again.
"Send someone to chase them quickly. No matter what, we must find those merchants for me." Bai Jinglie gritted his teeth. He never thought that he would be fooled by these people.
I had made such a solemn promise to myself before, and even bargained with myself for so long, but it turned out to be such a big joke.
"My lord, I'm afraid we can't catch them. These people disappeared two days ago, but those they left behind are pretending to deal with us. Even if we ride at full speed, we have no direction now." Ye Yi had sent people to chase them as soon as possible, but now they have no direction.
"Catch their people. I don't believe we can't find out the truth through trial."
Bai Jinglie uttered harsh words, but he no longer held any hope in his heart.
Those who were able to be left behind had already been abandoned. They were just a way to vent their anger, and there was definitely no useful information for them.
Over the years, he did not dare to expand his power outward. As long as they ran out of Shangjing, he could not do anything to them.
It seems that these people had done their research long ago, which is why they left so suddenly.
"My lord, the Xu family is coming again today. What should we say?" Ye Yi reminded in a low voice. Those merchants from Yi Province cannot be caught up, but there are more important things.
Bai Jinglie, "... prepare the carriage, I will go to the Xu family in person."
Things have come to this point, he naturally can no longer hide it, it seems that he will have to take on a new enemy.
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Xu Yangguang looked at Bai Jinglie coldly, "Lord Bai is quite capable, are you making fun of our Xu family?
We bought all those shops at high prices and used so many favors, and now you just say sorry and take over the matter?"
The Xu family has gathered a group of people over the years and thought that they could achieve great things this time, but now it seems like a farce.
How can the Xu family win the support of the people in the future, and how can those officials who want to rely on the Fifth Prince feel at ease?
“There is no way to deal with the current situation. I think it is because Gu Wenheng and others have already noticed it, which is why it cannot be accomplished.
If we follow the previous plan and take over all their shops, and then put some pressure on them, those craftsmen will definitely not dare to hide the secret recipes anymore.
The other party was able to evacuate so quietly and quickly sell all the shops in their hands. If they had not made preparations in advance, they would not have been able to do this.
Master Xu, this time we have all fallen into Gu Wenheng's trap."
Bai Jinglie did not mention Meng Haotian and the others at this moment, because if he mentioned it now, the Xu family would only think that he was unreliable and would believe in the ideas of businessmen.
"Gu Wenheng..." Xu Yangguang had never dealt with this person. He had been assigned to various places over the years, and all he got was news of his promotions one after another.
Even old man Xu Zhiwen didn't have much prejudice against this person, at most he would say that he was a bit eccentric.
Over the years, they have tried to win over and flatter the other party, but the other party not only pretended to be deaf and dumb, but also taught them a few lessons.
"I don't care about these things. Because of this matter, you made me end up in a bad situation. I can't just let it go.
Lord Bai, I won't make it difficult for you. I'll have someone make a list of all the losses and you can make up for it later."
(End of this chapter)
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