Chapter 221 Telling tales is really annoying
After the power of household management was handed over, Aunt Zhao was indeed very bored in the Marquis' Mansion.
We can't just keep living like this, eating and waiting to die!
She was determined to do business with Chu Ruohan.
Not long after, Chu Ruohan arrived as promised. The two exchanged a few simple greetings and then hurried out of the Marquis' Mansion.
Along the way, Aunt Zhao seemed a little nervous and not as relaxed as the last time she came out for a drink.
In contrast, Chu Ruohan looked calm and talked to her about the initial business plans from time to time.
However, Yang Zhaozhao found out as soon as they left.
She narrowed her eyes slightly, thought for a moment, and a meaningful smile appeared at the corner of her mouth.
It turns out that this was what Aunt Zhao was planning. No wonder she handed over power so easily.
This matter can be used to advantage...
After a while, Yang Zhaozhao tidied his clothes and went to the Marquis's residence.
Seeing the Marquis' wife, she bowed gracefully and said in a sweet voice, "Madam, may you be well. Zhao Zhao has something important to tell you."
Su Wanniang raised her eyes and looked at her calmly, "Get up, what's the matter?"
Yang Zhaozhao stood up straight. "Madam, I just heard that Aunt Zhao and the Young Madam went out together to look for a shop. It seems they want to start a business together."
"As women of the Marquis's household, Aunt Zhao and Young Madam should have strictly followed the rules of the inner house. Yet, they are now showing up in public to do business."
As Yang Zhaozhao spoke, he gently pressed the corners of his eyes with a handkerchief, as if he was really concerned about the reputation of the Marquis' Mansion.
"If this gets out, who knows how the gossipmongers will frame the Marquisate. This will probably greatly damage its reputation. I hope Madam will be mindful of this."
Su Wanniang sat in the main seat, the teacup in her hand paused slightly, she raised her eyes and stared at Yang Zhaozhao, she could no longer hold back.
It seems that Yang Zhaozhao is really a restless person!
He simply wanted to use her to suppress Chu Ruohan and Aunt Zhao, and hopefully provoke a counterattack from them, while she sat back and reaped the benefits.
A brief silence spread in the room. Su Wanniang's eyes never left Yang Zhaozhao's face, as if she wanted to see through her inner calculations.
Yang Zhaozhao felt frightened by her stare, but he still pretended to be calm with a submissive smile on his face.
After a moment, Su Wanniang suddenly slammed the table with a crisp "pa" sound and shouted angrily, "Is this really true?"
"This Aunt Zhao is getting more and more confused. She has absolutely no regard for the reputation of the Marquisate! And the young mistress is also following suit!"
This angry shout frightened Yang Zhaozhao so much that her shoulders trembled slightly. She was secretly happy in her heart, but on the surface she quickly lowered her head and pretended to be frightened.
"Yang Zhaozhao, you did a good job in informing me of this in time." Su Wanniang said in a slow tone.
Yang Zhaozhao quickly bowed and said in a gentle voice, "It is my honor to share Madam's worries."
As she spoke, she was secretly proud of herself, thinking that her plan was half successful, and was looking forward to Su Wanniang taking action to punish Aunt Zhao immediately.
She's provoking...
The sun is high in the sky, and its warm sunlight shines on the bustling streets.
I saw a shop I liked. The rent was not expensive and the decoration inside was also nice. It was right opposite Yuanlai Inn.
Aunt Zhao was also quite satisfied. She turned around and asked, "Isn't this the inn where we drank that day?"
Chu Ruohan raised the corners of her mouth, her eyes revealing confidence and determination. She stared at the plaque of Yuanlai Inn and said, "Yes, you see, this inn has a constant source of customers, with people coming and going every day."
"And dignitaries often gather here. If we open a dim sum shop across from it, as long as the dim sum is delicious enough, those adults will inevitably be tempted to take some back home for the women in their families to try. How can this business be bad?"
Aunt Zhao nodded repeatedly, her face full of admiration: "You have a good brain! Unlike me, I only know how to eat all day long, but I'm not as smart as you."
Chu Ruohan smiled faintly and waved her hand without responding much.
Of course, she would not tell Aunt Zhao that choosing to open the shop here was far more than just for business.
She seemed to understand Yuanlai Inn, Marquis Anyang, Su Wanniang, and the marriage between Marquis Anyang and the Su family, the Minister of Works...
After deciding on the shop, I paid the deposit immediately.
The two of them walked around the street again and then went home.
As soon as I stepped into the Marquis' Mansion, I saw Yang Zhaozhao walking towards me with her maid.
Wang Zhaozhao saluted, but a look of worry hung on her face. "Young Madam, Sister Zhao, the Marquis's wife is waiting for you inside?"
Aunt Zhao's face turned pale instantly. She subconsciously tugged at the corner of her clothes and muttered uneasily, "What could the Marquis' wife be looking for us for all of a sudden? Could it be..."
She didn't finish her words, but the worried look in her eyes showed what she was thinking.
Chu Ruohan, on the other hand, looked calm. She gently patted Aunt Zhao's hand, signaling her to calm down. "Please let Aunt Yang know. We'll be there right away."
Yang Zhaozhao's eyes were filled with anxiety, and he seemed to be hesitant to speak. "You must be careful! I..."
Chu Ruohan was too lazy to see her. With a pretentious face, she pulled Aunt Zhao and walked quickly towards the Marquis's courtyard.
Along the way, Aunt Zhao's steps were a little unsteady. She approached Chu Ruohan and said in a low voice, "Young Madam, do you think that Madam might have found out about us going out to look for a shop?"
"I said it's not appropriate to do business in public. What if the Marquis and his wife blame us?"
Chu Ruohan looked calm and comforted her softly, "Aunt Zhao, don't panic. Even if Madam finds out, we have a good reason. We do business to secure a future for ourselves, and we haven't done anything against the rules."
Yang Zhaozhao must have done something behind this, but she was not afraid.
And Su Wanniang is not a fool...
Soon, they arrived at the Marquis's courtyard.
When I entered the room, I saw Su Wanniang sitting in the main seat, with no expression on her face.
"Meet the madam."
Su Wanniang put down the teacup in her hand and asked, "You two want to do business?"
Chu Ruohan took a step forward calmly, "Indeed."
Aunt Zhao took a deep breath. The young lady did all this for her, and she couldn't let her get involved.
"Madam, please forgive me. This is all my fault. I was bored staying in the mansion, so I asked the young lady to start a small business. Firstly, it can help me pass the time, and secondly, I can earn some money for myself."
Aunt Zhao thumped to her knees and said, "Madam, please forgive me..."
"Aunt Zhao, what are you doing? Get up quickly." As she said that, Su Wanniang signaled the nanny to help Aunt Zhao up.
"If you want to do business, I have no objection and can even support you."
Aunt Zhao's eyes were filled with surprise and disbelief when she heard this. "Thank you, Madam."
When Yang Zhaozhao heard this, the foot that was about to step into the threshold stopped where it was.
Su Wanniang raised her eyebrows. She still wanted to use her as a pawn. She was dreaming...
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