Chapter 81 Like a tiger with wings, we must survive...
Lu Zhisheng's expression changed somewhat, his eyes darted around, and an unnatural blush appeared on his cheeks. He replied in a low voice, "After we escaped and returned, the commander exchanged a few pleasantries and then left. He must have official business to attend to and could not stay here any longer."
Fu Yun nodded, indicating that she understood.
He glanced back at the guards Fang and Zhang standing on either side of the shop entrance and asked, "Has Commander Ye said anything about what will happen to those two guards? Are they to return to their units on their own? Or is there another plan?"
Lu Zhisheng said, "The commander didn't mention this matter, but she left a message asking you to wait at the city gate early tomorrow morning. She will arrange everything else."
Fu Yun asked again, "That's it? That's all?"
Lu Zhisheng: "Yeah, that's all."
"Okay, I understand." Fu Yun looked up at the door, scanned the area around the shop, and, not seeing any of General Qian's men nearby, asked, "Where is General Qian? Has anyone of hers come to deliver a message?"
Before Lu Zhisheng could respond, Cheng Jincheng preemptively answered: "After General Qian sent Lu Zhisheng and me back, he almost completely withdrew her subordinates, saying that he was short-handed and that they had to take advantage of the victory to dig out all the potentially hidden cellars to prevent a recurrence of such an accident in the future."
Fu Yun had a plan in mind. He asked, "Have those people who were assigned by Commander Ye to deliver tea and drinks to various restaurants and teahouses returned?"
Lu Zhisheng glanced at the counter, his gaze sweeping over the wooden buckets that were once full but were now empty, as well as the several empty jars on the ground, and replied truthfully: "Those who live not far from our Qingming Pavilion have basically already returned, but those who live further away are probably still on their way back."
"Hmm." Fu Jun didn't inquire about the income and expenditure details, but only explained the situation to Lu Zhisheng: "Su Mang was slightly injured at the Su residence today, and I've asked her to recuperate at the clinic. I might be quite busy these few days and won't be able to come to the shop much, so I'm afraid I'll have to trouble you to look after the shop. It will probably be quite tiring, so I hope you can understand. The best solution is to hire another employee you trust to replace Su Mang. You can include the labor cost in the shop's operating expenses, so as not to overwork yourself."
Lu Zhisheng shook his head, his expression slightly shy: "Young Master Su, you are too kind. I am fortunate to have met such a benefactor as you, thanks to the blessings of Heaven. I have been able to make a living without suffering from hunger and cold. I am so grateful to you that I would not care about such hard work. It is my honor that you trust me so much. It is my duty to take care of the shop. How can it be considered hard or troublesome?"
Before Fu Yun could respond, he quickly added, "You are not meant to be confined to this small place. You don't need to worry about these small matters in the shop. Just leave them to me, and I will do my best to manage the shop in an orderly manner."
Fu Yun really liked Lu Zhisheng's understanding and considerate personality, and didn't intend to be distant or polite with him anymore: "Alright, alright, I understand what you mean, and I believe that with your abilities you will definitely exceed my expectations. As for the things I promised you, I will find a proper way to push them forward as soon as possible. Let's wait and see!"
Lu Zhisheng's eyes shone brightly, naturally understanding the weight of Fu Yun's words. He suddenly bowed slightly to Fu Yun and said gratefully, "Thank you for your kindness, Young Master Su. I will certainly not disappoint you."
Fu Yun was very pleased to hear Lu Zhisheng's promise, but she didn't want to accept such a big gift, so she quickly returned the gesture: "There's no need for such a big gift. Helping you is also helping myself. It's a win-win situation for both of us. We will definitely be able to live the life we want. Let's do our best! Let's encourage each other."
Lu Zhisheng solemnly promised: "Yes! I will do my best to live up to Young Master Su's expectations."
After observing Lu Zhisheng for a while, Cheng Jincheng found Lu Zhisheng's gentle and refined personality extremely admirable. He put his arm around Lu Zhisheng's shoulder and acted like a close friend: "Not bad! With someone as loyal and courageous as Young Master Lu assisting you, Boss will be even more successful in building your career."
Lu Zhisheng paused slightly, his body stiffening abruptly. He rarely got this close to anyone and was momentarily at a loss for what to do.
Seeing this, Fu Yun was both amused and exasperated, and freed Lu Zhisheng from his arms: "Why does that sound a little sour?"
Lu Zhisheng secretly breathed a sigh of relief, her embarrassed expression softened, and she looked at Fu Jun with considerable gratitude.
Fu Yun curled his lips into a smile, and before Cheng Jincheng could react, he changed the subject: "Actually, Comrade Shuangcheng, you're not bad either!"
His tone carried a hint of sarcasm: "We'll need you a lot in the future, so you'll have to give it your all. Whether we can reach the pinnacle of life depends on you."
Cheng Jincheng retorted, not to be outdone, "Of course I know I'm excellent! As for working hard, you don't need to remind me. I have to put in my best effort to do this perfectly, so you won't find anything wrong with it."
"Haha!" Fu Yun was amused by Cheng Jincheng's straightforward words, and patted him on the shoulder with a wry smile: "OK! With you saying that, I can finally put my mind at ease."
Lu Zhisheng gazed enviously at the two people chatting and laughing happily before her, thinking to herself, "Young Master Cheng is truly amazing. In just two days, he can chat and laugh with Young Master Su without any reservations. I wonder when I will be able to have such natural and unpretentious interpersonal skills?"
Fu Yun glanced at the sky and changed the subject: "Alright, let's stop here for today! It's getting late, I have to go to the clinic. You two should close the shop after Commander Ye's men return!"
Cheng Jincheng and Lu Zhisheng nodded and said in unison, "Okay, we understand."
Lu Zhisheng took the initiative to suggest, "Most of the lotus leaf cups are damaged. After we close, I will go with Young Master Cheng to Young Master Lin's house to bring some back first. What do you think?"
“Of course,” Fu Yun said. “I was planning to go there later anyway. If you two go and take care of this, then I won’t go.”
Cheng Jincheng said casually, "How can we let the boss handle such a small matter? Just leave it to us followers. You can go about your business without worrying about the shop. If anything happens, we'll come to you."
Fu Jun was somewhat moved. Fortunately, he was lucky to have met two partners who were genuinely eager to make something of themselves.
"Alright! Then I won't stand on ceremony. Thank you both for making the trip."
He looked at Cheng Jincheng: "After you're done with your work, you can come to Jichuntang Medical Clinic to find me, and then we can go back together."
Cheng Jincheng: "Okay! I'll come find you after I've finished my business."
Fu Yun nodded, turned around, and prepared to leave.
Just as he stepped out of the shop, Lu Zhisheng reminded him from behind: "By the way, Young Master Su, the Commander reminded you before he left that you should not go to the appointment alone tomorrow."
Fu Yun paused, then waved and continued walking: "I understand."
Fu Yun understood Ye Lan's meaning. He looked at the guards Fang and Zhang standing at the door and asked, "Do you two have any other plans?"
Author's note: There will be another chapter later tonight.
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