Chapter 89 Catering to Their Preferences
Seeing that Lian Qianli had verbally agreed, Shangguan Jin was not afraid that he would go back on his word.
As soon as he changed his mind, she would raise the rent.
"Actually, your idea is good. If it were as you said, those young masters would definitely like to go."
After all, who wouldn't want to try tea brewed by a beautiful woman!
But just like that, even though this isn't tea brewed by a beautiful woman, there are still people who want to drink it!
"For example, the tea that you brew, young master, the beauty would also like to drink it!" Shangguan Jin said with a smile.
Thousands of miles...
Shen Qingyue and Dongmai, among others...
What did Mother say? What do you mean by saying that the tea brewed by the young master is just as delicious?
Shen Qingyue thought for a moment, what if a handsome young man brewed tea for her...
“Mother…” Shen Qingyue looked at Shangguan Jin.
"Don't speak. Mother said that everything is business."
Since it's a business transaction, everyone wants to profit.
After Shangguan Jin finished speaking, she turned to look at Lian Qianli.
"So? Even...Young Master, what are your thoughts on my idea?"
Even Qianli thought about it and was a little surprised.
The young master brewed tea for the beauty...
"Madam, do you mean I should personally brew tea for the guests?" Lian Qianli asked in a low voice.
Shangguan Jin...
She didn't really think that way.
"Actually, where did those beauties who were brewing tea come from?" Shangguan Jin asked.
"They were all rescued by my sister, or by girls from disaster-stricken families, or by the Wan Hua Lou (a brothel).
Girls are easily sold, so the brothel saved many.
Furthermore, when officials' homes were raided and their property sold off, Wan Hua Lou would also buy up the young ladies and maids of those families, as long as they hadn't committed serious crimes.
"Help Wan Hua Lou with some work. Those who want to stay can stay, and those who want to leave can leave," Lian Qianli said.
“Oh! Actually, it’s just like the brothels and male prostitutes outside,” Shangguan Jin said.
There's nothing that Lian Qianli doesn't understand.
When convicted officials' families were sold off, it wasn't just the women who were sold; underage boys were also sold off.
"Thank you for your guidance, Madam!" Lian Qianli hurriedly bowed to Shangguan Jin.
Shangguan Jin smiled.
It's not like we're really saying women can't leave their homes at all.
Why should men be allowed to enjoy tea brewed by beautiful women, while women cannot enjoy tea brewed by men?
Shangguan Jin had already decided that when the teahouse opened, she would definitely bring Madam Shangguan to support it.
We'll find a young master to brew tea, and another to play the zither...
The scene is beautiful just to think about...
"Actually, you can also call those beautiful tea ladies 'tea ladies' and those gentlemen 'tea gentlemen'."
Of course, whether the guest wants the tea lady or the tea master to brew the tea is up to the guest to decide.
In addition, you hold a tea-tasting competition every now and then.
Let these people participate, and whoever wins first place, you can grant them one of their wishes.
Make a big splash, ideally so that everyone in the capital knows about it.
Once the names of the Tea Lady and Tea Gentleman are established, why worry about people not coming?
"Isn't this just like..." Shangguan Jin didn't finish her sentence.
There's nothing that Lian Qianli doesn't understand.
The courtesan!
No, if such a tea-tasting competition were held, that would make one the tea master.
Think about it, who wouldn't want to try the first person to brew tea?
Isn't this the same thought that my father had when he wanted to see my mother, the courtesan?
You can easily fall victim to it if you're not careful.
"Is there a problem with the choice of personnel?" Shangguan Jin asked with a smile.
Lian Qianli smiled and shook his head.
"There are no problems at all. Wan Hua Lou can definitely handle the selection process."
The lady is indeed very talented, unlike the ladies of ordinary families.
Madam, I will send you the contract when the teahouse is about to open.
How about I give you 30% of the shares in the teahouse?
"Besides, the annual rent will still be paid in full, without any shortfall," Lian Qianli said earnestly.
Lian Qianli is now very confident in making that teahouse a success.
With such an idea, he could definitely turn the teahouse into the best in the capital.
Furthermore, this teahouse will undoubtedly be the best news hub in the capital...
Thinking about it this way, even Qianli couldn't hide the smile on his face.
It seems that this moment of dizziness was actually worthwhile.
The Duke of Dingguo's mansion is indeed full of hidden talents...
“Madam, I’ve even thought of a name for the teahouse. It will definitely be unique,” Lian Qianli continued.
Shangguan Jin was eager to hear what kind of unique name this kid had chosen!
“Come on! Tell me!” Shangguan Jin immediately perked up.
"Beijing is located in the north, and many people yearn for the beautiful scenery of the south."
"So, I'd like to name the teahouse 'Spring Never Ends!' What do you think, Madam?" Lian Qianli asked.
The Shen family children all nodded repeatedly.
What a wonderful name! "Spring Never Ends" evokes so many thoughts...
Shangguan Jin...
Why don't you call it "True Jiangnan"?
Shangguan Jin remembered it very clearly; it was the city she had lived in before.
It was because of just two sentences: your "Spring is not late" led me to the real Jiangnan region...
For three whole years, she didn't dare visit any of the city's tourist attractions.
Every time Shangguan Jin saw those huge crowds on the news, she wanted to ask, "Which idiot said such a thing?"
This means she can no longer even see the annual lantern festival...
"It's great! The name sounds nice, but everyone has their own opinion."
"It is indeed a good name." Shangguan Jin forced a smile.
Lian Qianli smiled smugly.
It's really a good name. When he was little, the happiest time of the year was the two months he stayed at Wan Hua Lou.
Jiangnan is truly a wonderful place!
"By the way, Young Master Lian, are you ready to leave? Or do you intend to stay at our manor for a few more days?"
"If you're just staying temporarily, shall I have someone prepare a room for you?" Shangguan Jin asked.
Lian Qianli quickly waved his hand.
"I won't bother you any longer, Madam."
My legs are just a little sore, it's not a big problem. This woodshed is fine, I can hide here.
It would be troublesome for you, Madam, to have someone secretly send you some food on time these next two days.
"I get dizzy if I skip even one meal," Lian Qianli said earnestly.
Upon hearing this, Shangguan Jin realized that this kid's hypoglycemia problem was quite serious!
"No problem, I'll have someone deliver it to you."
However, I still want to remind you to carry some brittle or maltose with you.
I heard an old doctor say that it's better to be prepared for your condition.
Eating one when you feel unwell will make you feel much better.
Even Qianli listened attentively and took notes.
He used to know that this would happen if he missed a meal, but it turns out he needed to eat candy!
No wonder he was fine after drinking a bowl of brown sugar water and eating two pastries!
The Duchess of Dingguo is indeed well-read; she even knows this...
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