Huang Wanzhen shook her head. "I'm not going back. Just stay here and relax. I'll write a recruitment poster tomorrow. Let's do our best to make money."
Xiulan hesitated for a moment, then tentatively asked, "What about the Huang family? Shouldn't we go back and tell the wife?!"
Huang Wanzhen took the time to look up at Xiulan while eating her noodles. "Based on your understanding of your wife, what do you think she will do after hearing this?"
While Xiulan was still thinking, Xiuqing spoke up, "The Madam loves you the most and will definitely stand up for you. Even if it means sacrificing her reputation, she will go to the Zheng family and scold the Master and Madam."
Huang Wanzhen turned her head to look at Xiuqing and asked, "And then?"
Xiu Qing stammered, "Well, then, Mrs. Zheng will apologize to Madam and you and give you gifts."
Huang Wanzhen continued, "Yes, you see it very clearly. I still have to return to the Zheng family and live under the control of Zheng Liu."
"I finally got out, how could I be so stupid as to go back?" If the Zheng family doesn't let her live a peaceful life, then no one else can have a chance!
According to the original plot, Zheng Yusang is about to take a boat to the United States, and Zheng Ruqing will keep a mistress outside. When the mistress becomes pregnant, he will welcome her back to the Zheng Mansion with great fanfare.
Although the "monogamy" system had been implemented at this time, many officials still took concubines, especially military officers, almost everyone took concubines. This would not have had a big impact on Zheng Ruqing's "job".
But Zheng Liu was a capable person. She went straight to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and made a big fuss. This fuss caused her superiors to suspend Zheng Ruqing from his post.
From then on, Zheng Ruqing and Zheng Liu became tired of each other and were in constant trouble. Let's see if they still have enough energy to deal with me.
Huang Wanzhen thought that she didn't need to do anything now, just wait. When the time comes, she won't be like the original owner, foolishly serving as their punching bag in the mansion, appeasing one and then serving the other!
The next day, Huang Wanzhen took He Xixian to No. 74 Hulu Street as if nothing had happened. Chen Yumei was very happy to hear that He Xixian wanted to learn martial arts.
Since the death of Mr. Chen, the disciples of the Xingyi martial arts school have dispersed. Many of them have opened new Xingyi martial arts schools outside. In order to recruit disciples, they all claim to be orthodox. However, she, the biological daughter of Mr. Chen, has become a despised woman.
"Are you sure you want to learn martial arts?" Chen Yumei looked at He Xixian's complicated dress and numerous pieces of jewelry.
He Xixian nodded, then shook his head, "Why is your place so shabby? I heard from Wanzhen that you have real skills. I thought you would have many female disciples. I was thinking of hiring two to stay by my side. They can protect me and teach me a few self-defense moves."
The He family holds military power. The boys in the family have special masters teaching them martial arts, but girls are not allowed to wield swords or guns. He Xixian feels that this is an era of "freedom, openness, and equality between men and women." If her brothers can practice martial arts, why can't she?
She had come up with the idea of hiring a master to practice martial arts with her a long time ago. Huang Wanzhen's actions gave her motivation. With a ready-made master, she didn't have to bother looking for one, which really made things convenient for her.
"I'm sorry, I'm the only one running this martial arts school, so I can't be hired by you." He Xixian's demeanor made Chen Yumei realize that she came from an extraordinary family. Even if they couldn't be master and disciple, she didn't want to offend such a person, so she naturally spoke politely.
"Oh! Then can you introduce me to two female disciples? You don't have to worry about the money, I guarantee you will be satisfied." He Xixian said with a smile.
Chen Yumei sighed inwardly, but had to deal with it, "To be honest, my father only accepted male disciples before. Only three younger sisters followed him to learn some martial arts, but none of them were able to become masters. I only accepted Wanzhen as a female disciple. I am really sorry."
He Xixian smiled and stood up. "It's okay! I'm sorry for bothering you. Here's my contact information. If you find a suitable candidate later, please contact me. Thank you."
After Huang Wanzhen sent He Xixian out, she returned and apologized to Chen Yumei, "I'm sorry, Master. I didn't know she thought that way."
Chen Yumei waved her hand and said directly, "Let's go, go out and practice martial arts." She knew that Huang Wanzhen meant well. After these days, this disciple must have already seen the predicament of the Xingyi Martial Arts School. It was enough for him to know this in his heart, and there was no need to say more.
After practicing martial arts and returning to Furongju, Xiulan was wearing a mask sewn by Huang Wanzhen and doing manicures for others. She looked up and saw her come in. Her hands did not stop, and she said, "Miss, there are several applicants for the Jixiang Hall, and they are waiting for you to see them."
Huang Wanzhen nodded and responded, "I understand."
She hurried into the yard through the back door, put her handbag away, and then went to Jixiang Hall.
A number of people had gathered at the entrance of Jixiang Hall, whispering about something. When Huang Wanzhen approached, someone recognized her and asked, "Your poster says it's open to both men and women. Is that true?"
Huang Wanzhen walked up the stairs and replied loudly, "Of course it's true. We open the door to do business. We are honest and we won't deceive anyone."
"Here, men and women are equal and receive equal pay for equal work."
As soon as Huang Wanzhen finished speaking, the surrounding discussions became louder.
"Oh my! My daughter-in-law is very good at sewing. I will ask her when I get back."
"My youngest daughter is the best at needlework. She can not only make clothes but also embroider."
"Hurry up, hurry up, we've only recruited five people, if you're late the places will be taken."
Huang Wanzhen walked into the shop with a smile. Xiao Shitou and Xiuqing were receiving customers. Three women in blue cloth gowns were sitting on chairs by the table. Their same clothes and similar faces attracted Huang Wanzhen's attention.
"Miss, these are three embroiderers who are applying for the job. They say they are from Jiangsu Province. The oldest one has been embroidering for forty years. Her eyesight isn't very good anymore, but she can still cut clothes."
Huang Wanzhen looked at the three people and asked Xiuqing in a low voice, "How old are they? We can't accept old ones."
Xiuqing nodded. "I've asked around. They're all forty-four and have tried their hand at crafts. They're all very good. Even the youngest girl can cut clothes on her own. The most skilled is the one in the middle, twenty-eight. She's very skillful, much better than Xiuqing and I."
The last sentence was said directly next to Huang Wanzhen's ear. The voice was so soft that Huang Wanzhen almost didn't hear it clearly. After a few seconds of reaction, she nodded and said, "Why do I feel that they look a bit similar?"
Xiuqing stretched out her hand and pointed at the table a few times, "Grandma, Mom, and my daughter. I think something happened to her and she fled to our north."
"Take a look. It's up to you whether to stay or not."
Huang Wanzhen nodded gently and said, "Go get busy."
Then, smiling, he walked to the table and introduced himself, "I'm the manager here. Does anyone here know how to read?"
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