"It seems you are quite knowledgeable about these things."
Ye Jintang spoke calmly, admitting that if it weren't for what had just happened, she might have sent the person in as well.
But now she has changed her mind.
The ability to instinctively step in and protect someone in a dangerous situation is enough to prove that this person is truly capable.
And that's exactly what she's lacking right now.
"Zhou Zheng, then tell me about the situation at the pharmacy."
Ye Jintang sat down on the stone chair.
Zhou Zheng was prepared for Ye Jintang to question him, but he didn't expect her to question the pharmacy first.
After a moment of stunned silence, he quickly recounted the entire situation of the shop.
"So, what the shop needs most right now is money? Then why didn't you report these things to me?" Ye Jintang asked.
Given the original owner's personality, if she had known about these things, she would never have stood idly by.
“Madam, we did consider reporting this to you at first, but we were stopped by the guards every time we went.”
"On one occasion, the butler even led a group of people to beat me up and throw me out."
Zhou Zheng sighed, "Those people also said that this was all Madam's idea, and that we should handle things ourselves."
"That's why we dare not bother you any longer, Madam."
"Absurd! My young lady has never said such a thing. It must have been the steward's own idea!"
Green Lotus was furious. It was one thing for the people in the Marquis's mansion, especially the steward, to bully others by taking advantage of the old lady's name.
Now they even dare to smear their own young lady's reputation.
That's absolutely outrageous.
Zhou Zheng was taken aback, and became somewhat agitated after hearing Lü He's words.
"I also believe that Madam would never do such a thing, it's just that we can't see her..."
"Go and fetch the ledger."
Ye Jintang said.
Zhou Zheng didn't dare to delay and quickly placed the account book on the stone table in front of Ye Jintang.
“Madam, I have marked every single expense in these account books. Please take a look.”
Ye Jintang picked up the top book. Just as Zhou Zheng had said, the ledger had clear markings on everything from the weight of the medicinal herbs to their prices.
This is enough to prove that the person who kept the ledger was conscientious.
Ye Jintang then reviewed the account books and gained a general understanding of the pharmacy's situation.
"Aren't you in charge of all these ledgers?"
"yes."
Zhou Zheng replied, "Since you handed over the position of manager to me, Madam, I have not dared to be negligent in the slightest."
Ye Jintang nodded.
"How much silver is needed to settle the shop's previous debts?"
Compared to restaurants and cosmetic shops, she was clearly more interested in pharmacies. Most importantly, she knew medicine, and if she could use a pharmacy as a cover, the treatment would be more natural.
"We still need...three thousand taels more."
“I will give you five thousand taels. Three thousand taels will be used to pay off the deficit. As for the remaining two thousand taels, I will make up for any missing items. Also, I plan to renovate the shop and separate the middle part to set up a place where medical treatment can be performed.”
Zhou Zheng was stunned, clearly not expecting Ye Jintang to agree so quickly.
Upon hearing Ye Jintang's request, he asked with some uncertainty, "Madam, do you mean to convert the shop into a clinic?"
Green Lotus seemed to understand and said to Zhou Zheng, "Miss means to add a place for treatment to the premise of a pharmacy."
"In that case, a doctor will be needed."
"These next few days, you should post notices requesting two doctors. Once you've found them, bring them to me for a consultation."
Zhou Zheng fully understood Ye Jintang's meaning, and was both amazed by the lady's idea and a little worried about his own abilities.
"Of course, if you don't have enough money, or if there's anything you can't solve, just tell me, or Green Lotus."
"I will bring the five thousand taels later."
Zhou Zheng's feelings were complicated, and for some reason he asked directly, "Madam, after what just happened, aren't you afraid that I might end up like them?"
Ye Jintang smiled.
"If you share their thoughts, they will be your fate."
"If you have any concerns about what I am about to say, you can refuse or leave, and I will not stop you. But if you agree and then go against my word, I will not be lenient with you."
"You can think about it today, and tell me your decision tomorrow."
"As long as you don't mind my humble aspirations, I'm willing to stay at the shop."
Zhou Zheng replied to Ye Jintang with a firm look in his eyes.
“If it weren’t for your kindness, I would have starved to death on the streets long ago. From that moment on, I vowed to be loyal to you forever.”
"It is my small fortune to have gained your trust, Madam."
Ye Jintang stared at Zhou Zheng, and after a long silence, a smile appeared on her face.
"good."
"No matter how this shop develops in the future, you will always be the manager here, and I will not reduce the amount of money I give you."
"Thank you, Madam."
Zhou Zheng bowed to Ye Jintang again, his tone full of gratitude.
After staying in the shop for a while and making sure there was nothing else to explain, Ye Jintang left with Lühe.
Along the way, Green Lotus followed closely beside Ye Jintang, looking up at her each time as if she had something to ask, then lowering her head again.
Ye Jintang saw all of this.
“Just say what you have to say, Green Lotus. When did you become so hesitant and indecisive?”
Green Lotus was startled, only then noticing that Ye Jintang was looking at her.
"Miss, I was just thinking that if the shop is to be converted into a place where medicine is dispensed and medical treatment is combined, with Zhou Zheng as the manager, what about you?"
In Lühe's view, Ye Jintang must have come here with the intention of taking over the shop, but now he's letting Zhou Zheng...
"Do you think my decision just now was too hasty?"
Green Lotus quickly explained, "Miss, I didn't mean to question your decision, it's just..."
"We appointed Zhou Zheng as manager because he has handled the accounts and other matters very well in the past two years, and he has not shirked responsibility even when there were some deficits."
"As for the rest, that's a matter for later; I have my own considerations."
Ye Jintang only gave Lühe a general explanation, without going into too much detail.
She took back the shop, but it was impossible for her to stay there all day. At this time, a manager was needed.
Whether it's a pharmacy or a clinic, a certain understanding of pharmacology is essential.
And Zhou Zheng is perfectly suited for this situation.
Green Lotus nodded, her gaze towards Ye Jintang filled with admiration.
“Miss, you are really amazing, especially that competition. When the officials saw it, their legs went weak and they came with me without saying a word.”
As Green Lotus was speaking, she heard shouts coming from not far away.
"Let go of my daughter!"
"Help! Help! Is anyone going to stop these robbers?"
Looking in the direction of the sound, one could see a woman chasing after a carriage, but she had lost her strength and fell to the ground, helplessly calling out to those around her.
Unfortunately, everyone around her stood far away, casting sympathetic glances at the woman, but no one stepped forward.
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