"Third Aunt, are we at the Hui Mansion?"
Linglong raised her head, her eyes concealing a hint of resentment.
Nowadays, she is no longer the exquisite girl she once was.
Her name was Wanmei, and she was the most favored third concubine in the Li family.
The Li family were imperial merchants, the largest textile and fabric merchants in the capital. Li Juan was also one of the top figures in the capital's chamber of commerce, and no merchant dared to disrespect Li Mo.
Wan Mei smiled slightly and looked at the taller pavilions in the center of the capital: "I heard that there is another First-Class Pavilion in the capital, which is quite famous. Let's go and have a look."
The ornate carriage slowly made its way to Yipin Pavilion that evening.
Jiang Bai and Zhao Yi had just arrived. Zhao Yi helped Jiang Bai into the back hall, and people coming and going greeted them.
Jiang Bai's business is so successful not only because her Yipin Pavilion has something that others don't, but also because Jiang Bai has a natural talent for dealing with people.
The customers were very familiar with the owner of Yipin Pavilion, and Jiang Bai thus made many friends among the royal family and nobles.
Furthermore, since the Zhao family is now one of the imperial merchants appointed by His Majesty, those powerful and influential people naturally do not regard them as ordinary merchants.
Jiang Bai and Zhao Yi were discussing the procurement of goods for this quarter when a servant rushed in from outside.
"Boss, something bad has happened! Someone... someone is causing trouble!"
Jiang Bai stood up upon hearing this: "Disrupt the event?"
Interestingly, this kind of thing wasn't discovered when Yipinge first opened. Later, Jiang Bai dealt with it a few times, and those people, seeing how powerful Jiang Bai was, didn't dare to come again.
Unexpectedly, some people are still having wicked thoughts.
Zhao Yi held Jiang Bai down, signaling her not to get too excited.
Jiang Bai found it amusing, after all, someone had come to amuse him.
She turned around and said softly, "It's nothing. Can you check if anything is wrong? I'll go out and take a look."
“I’ll go with you.” With that, Zhao Yi stood up.
Jiang Bai pressed the person back down to sit: "You don't need to go. It's not a big deal. This is more urgent."
Zhao Yi couldn't persuade Jiang Bai otherwise, so he told the others to protect her well before watching Jiang Bai leave with worry.
Ying'er helped Jiang Bai to the front hall. Some guests had already left Yipin Pavilion. The table in the middle had been overturned, and food was spilled all over the floor.
The diners upstairs in the fourth room also stood on the railing and looked down at the lively scene.
As soon as Jiang Bai appeared, the previously noisy front hall immediately fell silent.
The staff at Yipin Pavilion all came up to her: "Boss, this is the woman."
Some of the guys were beaten up by the other side, ending up with bruises and swelling on their faces.
Jiang Bai narrowed her eyes slightly; how dare someone hit someone in her Yipin Pavilion.
There has never been such a claim before!
Jiang Bai looked up and saw a woman dressed in a golden bird feather dress standing opposite her, with guards and maids behind her.
The scale of the event was certainly grand.
Jiang Bai looked at this woman and felt that she was very familiar, but he couldn't quite put his finger on it.
She wore heavy makeup, like a peony in a garden, desperately wanting to bloom, yet carrying an inescapable air of vulgarity.
What's going on?
The waiter reported that after ordering food at Yipin Pavilion, this person claimed there was something in the food and started hitting people after only a few words.
That's completely unreasonable!
Upon hearing this, Jiang Bai looked at her and said, "Since Madam says there's something in the dish, then tell me what it is?"
"How dare you speak to my wife like that? If my wife feels unwell after eating your food, then it's your family's problem!"
Jiang Bai sneered, "This is just a dog relying on its master's power."
Jiang Bai glanced at the maid, who was intimidated by his gaze and dared not speak again.
Wan Mei spoke calmly: "I am feeling unwell, and I'm afraid your Yipin Pavilion will have to give me an explanation."
Jiang Bai remained calm and took two steps forward.
Ying'er stood protectively beside her, saying, "Master, please be careful."
The moment Wan Mei's gaze fell on Jiang Bai's slightly protruding belly, she froze, her hand clenching tightly in her sleeve.
Jiang Bai noticed the change in her emotions, and after walking closer for a moment, he recognized the person instantly.
Therefore, it's not surprising that this person came to cause trouble.
Judging from her appearance, it seems she has changed her ways and secretly found a rich man again.
"What a coincidence! I happen to know a bit about art. Why don't I take a look at your work, Madam?"
"You think you're worthy of being associated with my wife?"
Upon hearing this, those around Wan Mei couldn't help but look at her with disdain.
Some of them already knew her identity as the third concubine of the Li family.
Jiang Bai is the mistress of the Zhao family, yet this lowly concubine dares to speak like that.
No wonder he comes from the countryside; he dares to cause trouble in the capital.
In an instant, the wind blew towards Jiang Bai.
Jiang Bai had a faint smile on his lips the whole time.
This time, Linglong herself delivered herself to our door.
Jiang Bai's expression suddenly turned cold: "If you don't let me see it, you're just deliberately picking a fight."
Jiang Bai glared at Linglong, deciding to retaliate in kind.
She lowered her voice, "Three months, and you're back?"
Linglong trembled, but forced herself to steady herself and did not answer her.
"Men, throw them out!" Jiang Bai ordered.
"yes!"
The staff at Yipin Pavilion are mostly attentive and kind, but I never expected that they would all be at a disadvantage when things turn sour.
They immediately kicked Linglong's people out.
At this moment, a person appeared at the entrance of Yipin Pavilion.
It was Li Juan.
Upon seeing him, Linglong immediately threw herself into his arms: "Master—"
Jiang Bai looked at Li Juan. She had also done business with the Li family.
Li Juan was indeed a man of considerable standing in the capital, and his character was also quite good.
Unfortunately, his judgment wasn't very good.
As Jiang Bai was inwardly complaining, Li Juan asked with slight displeasure, "Why is Boss Jiang acting this way?"
Jiang Bai also said seriously, "Boss Li, you'll have to ask your third concubine about that."
"The inner chambers also need to be properly managed, lest they tarnish the reputation of your Li family."
Jiang Bai's words had a hidden meaning, and Linglong wanted nothing more than to kill her.
Behind her, someone put their arm around her, and Zhao Yi pulled her behind him: "Li Juan, keep your people in check. Not just any Tom, Dick, or Harry can act recklessly in my Yipin Pavilion."
"Especially in front of my wife."
"The distinction between legitimate and illegitimate children, and the respect between superior and inferior, is something your Zhao family has always been known for, as it was once a family of high-ranking officials. You should understand this principle."
A concubine dares to lord it over another family's mistress.
The others also pointed and whispered. Li Juan had some pride, and although he felt sorry for Linglong, he couldn't stand the rumors. He pulled Linglong into the carriage and left in a huff.
Zhao Yi turned to Jiang Bai and said, "Let's go back."
Yipin Pavilion has resumed business. In the back room, Jiang Bai and Zhao Yi sat facing each other.
Jiang Bai asked calmly, "Guess who this Wan Mei is?"
"Who cares who he is?" Zhao Yi's tone was as cold as an icy pool.
"exquisite."
Zhao Yi raised his head and said, "She still dares to go back to the capital."
Li Juan even made the list.
Jiang Bai nodded: "I think this time, Linglong is determined to make a comeback against my Zhao family."
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