Xia had been with Qian Xing for twenty years, and Qian Xing's rise to the position of prefect was entirely due to the Xia family's gradual support, so she naturally knew some of his dark history.
She first apologized for what had happened before, then thanked He Jiuniang for helping to sever the relationship between her three children and Qian Xing, and then said: "Over the years, Qian Xing has done many despicable things in order to climb the ranks. Here is a list of some major events and the officials involved."
As she spoke, Xia presented an envelope to He Jiuniang.
He Jiuniang took it, and Madam Xia continued, "Qian Xing's official position was indeed secured by my Xia family, which cost a lot of money. To make up for the mistakes our Xia family made, I am willing to offer up 70% of my property. Madam can let Lord Lu use it to help the poor, or directly hand it over to the national treasury. My son and I will have no complaints."
After saying that, she handed over some house deeds, land deeds, and banknotes, a thick stack of them. It was clear that Xia was really sincere this time.
He Jiuniang didn't speak, but simply counted the things in her hands.
Seeing that she didn't react much, Madam Xia licked her lips and tried to say, "Besides that, there's another matter I'd like to ask of you, Madam..."
He Jiuniang raised an eyebrow. Good heavens, so that's where they were waiting.
She glanced at the brother and sister kneeling on the ground and said, "Madam Xia, please feel free to speak."
Madam Xia swallowed hard and said, "Madam Lu is an excellent mother; all her children are outstanding. I... I would like to ask Madam to let my Yulan and Lianhua learn at the shop so that they can manage the family business in the future..."
The son can still go to school, but the daughter has nowhere to go. She is of marriageable age, but now Qian Xing has just been imprisoned, and Qian Yulan... oh no, she should be called Xia Yulan now.
Qian Xing's imprisonment naturally affected Xia Yulan's reputation; even if she could talk about him, it wouldn't be a good family.
After this incident, Xia realized that the child was still young and it would be good to keep him by her side for a few more years.
Moreover, the Lu family's Lotus Girl is about the same age, and the Lu family has never mentioned marriage to her. They are a well-off family, yet they still make them work in the shop.
Xia believed that they should be allowed to go out and see the world so that they would be able to protect themselves in the future.
He Jiuniang originally thought that she wanted her to help find a good husband for Yulan, and she was even thinking about how to refuse. Unexpectedly, she wanted Yulan to learn how to do business with Lianhua and the others.
"Has Madam Xia made up her mind? Working in the shop is very tiring."
He Jiuniang helped her up herself, and the two children beside her also stood up.
Madam Xia nodded quickly and said, "My Yulan is a hard worker, she can definitely do it!"
As she spoke, she pulled Xia Yulan in front of her, wanting the little girl to say a few words herself.
Xia Yulan was somewhat timid, but she still took a deep breath and said, "Please grant my request, Madam Lu."
"You like doing business?"
He Jiuniang found this girl interesting. Like Lianhua, her name was derived from a flower. If they could become friends, that would be wonderful.
"What I like is that my father... Master Qian said that doing business is not a refined pursuit, so..."
Xia Yulan didn't finish her sentence, but He Jiuniang already understood what she meant.
Do you know how to use an abacus?
"Yes, my daughter has secretly learned it."
He Jiuniang laughed instantly, pulled Xia Yulan over, and said, "Well done, I like girls like you! What your father said is all bullshit. He himself rose to power through business, yet he says that businessmen are not worthy of respect. What a double standard!"
The Xia family mother and son remained silent, clearly agreeing in their hearts, but Qian Xing, having a close relationship with them, couldn't join in.
"However, to be honest, I train my children who are in business separately, so they can grow better with each other as support. But since this is your first time doing business, Miss Yulan, I can have Lianhua guide you for a few days, and then you can train on your own."
The mother and daughter were overjoyed to hear that He Jiuniang had agreed. Xia Yulan said excitedly, "Thank you, Madam Lu!"
"You're too kind. Actually, I can't be of much help. It's all thanks to the children's own efforts. Miss Yulan will come to our place tomorrow, and then she'll go to the shop with Lotus."
"yes."
Xia Yulan obediently responded, her face showing a hint of excitement.
As expected, what Madam Lu said at the Qian residence the day before yesterday was very true: a child with a mother is a treasure. She and her younger brother are now by their mother's side, and they can do many things that they couldn't do before. She believes that she will become more and more outstanding!
"Madam, I also have a request."
Xia Chenhao, who had been silent, suddenly spoke up, his little face full of seriousness.
He Jiuniang glanced at Xia Shi, who was also bewildered. She didn't know what her youngest son wanted; she had simply brought her two children along to express her gratitude.
Seeing Xia's expression, He Jiuniang knew what was going on. She had a good impression of the little boy and thought that such a child would surely amount to something great in the future.
Tell me about it.
"I...I want to join the Fire Cloud Division!"
Before He Jiuniang could speak, Xia rushed over and whispered, "What nonsense are you talking about? That's a very dangerous place, not a place for a child like you to go in casually!"
"Mother, I really want to join the Fire Cloud Division. The Fire Cloud Division is full of great heroes, and I want to be a great hero too! I've practiced martial arts since I was a child, I'm sure I can get in!"
Xia Chenhao's face was full of determination. He was determined to join the Fire Cloud Division and capture more big bad guys like the fox spirit!
Xia's face contorted with rage as she said, "What kind of martial arts is that? It's all just fancy footwork! Do you know how dangerous the Fire Cloud Division is? This..."
“Mrs. Xia, it’s alright. Let me talk to him.”
He Jiuniang interrupted Xia Shi and asked Xia Chenhao, "It's not easy to get into the Fire Cloud Division. I heard from my husband that those who want to get into the Fire Cloud Division must first go to the military camp for a period of time to train. Only those who make outstanding contributions in the military camp can be selected to serve in the Fire Cloud Division."
Xia Chenhao was somewhat shocked. He didn't know that entering the Fire Cloud Division required going to the military camp. If he had to undergo training in the military camp, it might take several years.
"Now, do you still want to go to the Fire Cloud Division?"
He Jiuniang stared at him, not missing any of his reactions.
Xia Chenhao hesitated for a moment, then said, "Yes!"
"Very good, that's backbone!"
He Jiuniang patted his shoulder with satisfaction and continued, "However, this is not something I can decide. You have to ask my husband to see if you can pass his test. Only after you pass his test can we decide whether you can go to the army camp. And before that, you also have to persuade your mother."
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