Yang Meiqin made her way through a series of twists and turns until she reached a long and deep alley. The alley was very hidden and intricate, and ordinary people could easily get lost here and not find their way out.
It's a perfect place to keep a mistress.
The maid Cuiyu secretly followed behind, and Yang Meiqin, pleased with herself for receiving two taels of silver, naturally did not notice.
Just then, Wang Dafu came looking for Yang Meiqin. The carriage stopped at the gate of a courtyard. Qiaohong opened the door with a big smile. When she saw Wang Dafu, her eyes lit up, but she quickly lowered her head. Her shy appearance made Wang Dafu's heart flutter. He couldn't help but reach out his fat, lecherous hand and lift Qiaohong's chin.
"My lord, you've finally come to see me! I've missed you so much!"
Yang Meiqin glared hatefully at Qiaohong. This little slut, she thought she was a well-behaved and sensible girl, but she was so unruly.
Wang Dafu quickly withdrew his hand, and Qiaohong hurriedly stepped forward to support Yang Meiqin, asking with a smile, "Madam, why are you so late? Did you buy the rouge?"
Yang Mei gritted her teeth, but still smiled and said, "We encountered troublemakers on the way, and Rouge was scattered all over the ground."
"Ah, is Madam alright?" Qiaohong exclaimed in surprise, though her voice sounded somewhat affected to Yang Meiqin.
I never expected that this little slut had such ulterior motives, seducing Wang Dafu while she was away from home.
People are strange like that. Yang Meiqin originally planned to have Qiaohong serve Wang Dafu to entice him to come more often. But since Qiaohong was so eager to seduce him, that was a different story.
"Let's go back inside first. You're pregnant and it's hard on you, you shouldn't stand for too long." Wang Dafu helped Yang Meiqin into the courtyard, and while Yang Meiqin wasn't paying attention, he secretly exchanged a glance with Qiaohong. Qiaohong immediately put on a shy and timid look, and then helplessly turned her head away from Wang Dafu.
Hiding behind the alley, Cuiyu covered her mouth in shock, hardly believing her eyes.
Was that man just now my master?
She couldn't be mistaken; it was indeed her husband.
Wang Fu sat upright in the rouge shop, and the shop assistant attentively handed him a cup of tea. Wang Fu glanced down at it, somewhat disdainful.
Looking at the sun outside, it was almost noon, and Wang Fu was getting anxious as Cuiyu still hadn't returned.
She was getting a little thirsty while waiting, and after thinking about it, she couldn't resist picking up the cup of tea and taking a few sips.
Cuiyu ran over, covered in sweat and panting, shouting, "Miss, something terrible has happened!"
Wang Fu was startled and almost dropped the teacup in his hand.
He frowned and scolded Cuiyu, "Why are you making such a fuss?"
Cuiyu quickly stood up respectfully, looking at Wang Fu with a hesitant expression.
Wang Fu put down his cup and asked casually, "So, did you find that woman's place?"
Cuiyu said, "We found it, but..." Cuiyu glanced around. The rouge shop was bustling with people, and it wasn't good to talk about this outside, otherwise Wang Fu would tear her apart.
"What are you stammering about?" Wang Fu asked, his face showing some impatience.
Cuiyu stepped forward and said solemnly in a low voice, "This concerns the master, Miss, please go home and talk about it."
"Alright!" Wang Fu touched the perfume balm at her waist. She also wanted to go back and study how to use it to make men fall head over heels for her.
Cuiyu made the trip but didn't get any information. Wang Fu was a little annoyed. How did her trip end up involving her father? She didn't care about her father's affairs, but since she had the perfume on her, it was more important to get back.
On the carriage, Cuiyu couldn't wait to tell Wang Fu what she had just seen.
Wang Fu was shocked: "What? You mean... my father and that seductive woman?"
"Yes, she's pregnant and hiding in the mansion. They even bought maids to serve her. The master is so happy he doesn't want to leave."
Upon hearing this, Wang Fu clenched the perfume in her hand tightly. Some time ago, her mother suspected that her father was having an affair and had been sending people to investigate, but all their efforts had been in vain.
That vixen was unlucky to run into her today, and by sheer chance, she learned about this matter.
Wang Fu urged the coachman outside to hurry up.
She needed to hurry back and tell her mother.
...
Across from Jiaoniang Pavilion is a pastry shop, more than twice the size of Jiaoniang Pavilion. It's said that it was opened by the young master of a wealthy family as a hobby to experience life, but now he's found it boring and doesn't plan to keep it open.
Without hesitation, Lü Siniang went out and inquired about the rent of the apartment across the street. It was twice as expensive as her current one, but the apartment was also twice as big.
"What do you think? Although it's more expensive than my shop, it's more than twice the size!" asked Lü Siniang.
Gu Nanjiao was very satisfied and immediately decided: "Rent!"
I am so grateful to you, my dear Fourth Sister!
Gu Nanjiao has plenty of money now. She rents the shop and then goes on a big renovation and promotional spree!
During dinner, Lu's mother asked with some concern, "We've rented such a big shop, can we manage it all? What if we lose money?"
Gu Nanjiao comforted her, "Mother, there are always risks in doing business. Besides, I have some money to spare now, so we can hire more people later. Once the business is up and running, I plan to open a branch shop, and then I'll leave this shop to you."
Lu's mother said uncertainly, "Can I do it? I can't even set up a stall properly, I definitely can't."
He paused, then added, "Let's get started first. By the way, does Yanzhao know about this?"
Gu Nanjiao said, "He's been studying hard lately, so we shouldn't let him know about our shop opening. It would be a distraction and might interfere with his exams."
Lu's mother nodded, agreeing with Gu Nanjiao's words.
The shop wasn't even finished being renovated yet, and Gu Nanjiao was busy recruiting staff.
Human potential is limitless. Ever since renting this shop, Gu Nanjiao gets up before dawn and sets off with Lu's mother to take care of the shop's affairs.
Fortunately, Gu Nanjiao had a large group of relatives and friends, including her father, Lü Siniang, Liu Meihua, Lu's mother, Lu Xiaomei, Cuihong Juzi, and others.
Including the people Gu Nanjiao recruited—four fast-moving young men and four efficient young women—plus the elderly women helping out in the kitchen, it was a large group of people.
Gu Nanjiao asked her father to write a few large characters: "Delicious Restaurant" in preparation for making a plaque.
Although the name is rather rustic, it is easy to understand and use.
On opening day, Lu Yanzhao arrived with a cold face. Lin Ji followed behind him, looking very nervous.
If Lin Ji hadn't told him, he wouldn't have known that Gu Nanjiao was so capable, renting such a large shop.
Meiweizhai is opening soon, offering free ordering and free home delivery!
The news spread like wildfire throughout the entire college.
He was still wondering who it was? And what about that ingenious idea?
I never expected it to be my own wife!
Headmaster Zheng had high hopes for him and was being exceptionally strict with him during this period. In addition to attending classes at the academy, he also had to privately teach him kung fu in the evenings.
He had indeed neglected Gu Nanjiao somewhat.
Seeing Gu Nanjiao, Lu Yanzhao's eyes were filled with resentment: "Such a big thing, and you didn't even tell me. What kind of person do you take me for?"
Gu Nanjiao comforted him, "It's because the autumn exams are coming up soon, and we're worried about interfering with your studies!"
Lu Yanzhao felt a little better after hearing this. He looked intently at Gu Nanjiao and said, "I am your husband. You are not allowed to hide anything from me in the future."
Gu Nanjiao felt a little uncomfortable under his gaze and turned around: "What nonsense are you talking about? Don't say things like that again!"
Lu Yanzhao grabbed Gu Nanjiao's hand with one hand and wrapped his other arm around her slender waist.
Gu Nanjiao glared at him: "What are you doing in public?"
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