86, under the group of leeks

  The lively banquet hall fell silent as Su Lianhui took off the light blue jacket.

  Su Lianwei's stunning beauty is not to be mentioned, but rather a shocking contrast. Just the moment before, everyone thought Su Lianwei was a demure and elegant woman with a small amount of charm, but in this instant she became a breathtaking sight.

  A woman's face is important, but clothes make the man, and suitable clothing can highlight a person's temperament, just like Su Lianwei at this moment.

  Her figure was more slender than that of ordinary women, wearing a snow-white gauze dress that swayed like clouds. The transparent cloud sleeves revealed white narrow sleeves underneath, and the jade-like arms were vaguely visible, but upon closer inspection, they couldn't be seen clearly, leaving one's imagination to run wild. On top of her clothes, there were all sorts of fresh red flowers, each one more vivid than the last, with golden stamens.

  The flowers became fewer and fewer as they approached the hem of her skirt, just like a woman holding a handful of fresh flowers, with petals falling one by one until only a few were left at the bottom of her skirt.

  An originally unremarkable hairdo and makeup, against the backdrop of a sky blue jacket, was merely dignified and serene, but with the support of this heavenly flower scattering skirt, it became as if floating like an immortal.

  What a mercantile air is this? This is clearly an immortal who does not eat the smoke and fire of the mortal world.

  Lianyi found the atmosphere to be somewhat off, very awkward, so she said she didn't want to take off this jacket, unfortunately this blind and foolish maid...

  Li Yutang was truly stunned. If he had regretted everything he did to Su Lianwei a few hours ago, then at this moment, he would be even more remorseful.

  Isn't this just the kind of woman he's been searching for?

  Why is this person Su Lianwei? Is it really that fat guy Su Lianwei?

  Ye Ci's mouth also grew bigger with exaggeration, obediently. In the past, he liked Yun Xi's unique and elegant temperament, but never thought that Yun Xi would dress up so beautifully, no wonder she was his family's dear Yun Xi.

  Ye Huan was also shocked, but she recovered faster than Ye Ci. She stretched out her hand and gently pushed her young master - Young Master, drooling, drooling.

  Lianyi hastily sat down, no longer standing out as a target, frowning with a bright red face.

  She doesn't like being in the spotlight, even more so she dislikes being the target of all eyes, so she is unwilling to take the lead, but what can be done at this time?

  The crowd at the banquet finally came to their senses, and someone said, "Ordinarily, I've only heard of Youxian but haven't seen him, now I can be considered to have seen him with my own eyes, haha."

  She smiled wryly, naturally knowing that the old man was referring to her, feeling ashamed.

  Others also discussed it, and the whole banquet scene became lively again. The young masters didn't have the heart to eat anymore, staring at Su Lianhui's fluttering figure with wide eyes, marveling at how there could be such a woman with this temperament.

  Ye Cidao said, "Lianyue, your dress is truly beautiful. Why didn't you wear that jacket just now? If it weren't for that maid, wouldn't we have missed the sight of a heavenly being descending to earth?" His voice was not small, and people on both sides could hear clearly, smiling and watching, waiting for Su Lianyue's reaction.

  Ripples of resentment couldn't help but reach out to tear the rotten leaves, this broken mouth, she was already embarrassed enough, how could he still not let her go? "I'm cold, is that okay?"

  Ye Ciyu looked back and saw that outside the hall, the sun was scorching hot. Inside the hall, there were many people, so to lower the temperature, not only were all the skylights on the four sides of the roof opened, but also ice blocks were placed in the corners of the hall, and a young servant fanned with a handheld fan, barely managing to cool down.

  Su Lianyi actually said it was too cold, really?

  Ye Ciyu reached out to touch Lianyi's forehead, looking worried. "Do you have a cold? Does your head hurt? Do you have a fever?"

  Ripples of panic, hastily turned his head away, stretched out his hand to block with his wrist, "Don't make a fuss, there are so many people." In his heart, he grumbled, how could Ye Ciyu be so careless, not knowing that men and women should not have close contact?

  The two of them seemed to be playing around, and the people present were confused again. Isn't Su Lianying a couple with Li Gongzi? How come she's now with Ye Gongzi? Who is she actually with?

  Li Yutang was furious, "Ye Gongzi, in a public place like this, please be more discreet."

  She smiled wryly, feeling embarrassed to ask Ye Ci to step down, but the words in her heart were the same as Li Yutang's. If she had to choose someone to be with at this moment, she would still choose Li Yutang.

  Yue Ci raised an eyebrow, "Li Yutang, what business is it of yours?" The old man was fearless, neither heaven nor earth could intimidate him.

  "You!" Li Yutang angrily slammed his fist on the table and was about to stand up.

  "Everyone, please take your time, I'll be leaving now." With a apologetic smile, she slowly got up, not wanting to cause any more trouble or draw attention to herself. She couldn't afford to provoke anyone, but she could avoid them.

  "Ripples, where are you going? I'll go too." Ye Ci smiled and followed up.

  Lianyi's expression turned slightly angry, and she gave him a sideways glance. Her voice cold, she continued, "The ladies' rest room, are you going there too?" As she spoke, she didn't care about Ye Ci's reaction, and directly turned to leave.

  Li Yutang was secretly pleased, Su Liangwei, really good!

  "Yeh, that injustice! Pouting, he hated to drop the golden bean. 'I'll take you there, I'm very familiar with this place, my grandfather and Mr. Ouyang are old friends, I've been playing here since I was a kid... otherwise... Ah, Lianyi, wait for me for a moment, why are you walking so fast?'"

  Su Lianyi had already thought of dying, she used to know that Ye Ci was poor, but she didn't know he was so poor, she really wanted to sew his mouth shut.

  "Where are you going, young master?" Ye Huan wanted to follow him.

  "Don't follow me." Ye Ci said, without bringing any attendants, and only followed Su Lianwei to run away.

  "Dad, I'll take my leave too." Li Yutang said softly to Old Man Li, somewhat worried that Ye Ci would not be good for Lianyi.

  Li Fu'an didn't notice? "En, go." The gaze towards Yu Tang was profound.

  Li Yutang furrowed his brow and didn't dare think more about it, then turned around to follow the silhouettes of those two people.

  With the three of them gone, the table immediately calmed down. Everyone took a deep breath and after a while, they picked up their cups to drink and chat. "It's really true that a virtuous woman is hard to find, and Yu Tang has grown up too." Someone raised his cup to toast Mr. Li.

  Mr. Li just smiled and didn't say a word, "Young people have their own way of living, we don't understand."

  Someone else chimed in, "Yes, the Yangtze River's rear waves push forward the front waves. Now that I see these three kids, I realize how old I've become." Those three people, each one can hold their own, although Su Lianhui has risen to fame only recently, but these old businessmen have sharp eyes and know in their hearts that Miss Su's rise to prominence is only a matter of time.

  The table was lively again, and other tables began to discuss it in a flurry, discussing Miss Su Lianhui.

  The maid who had splashed the hot soup returned to Sun Qian'er's side, "Miss, it was this servant's fault. I ruined your good intentions and almost caused a disaster." Her voice was not small, intentionally letting others hear.

  But which of the ladies sitting at this table is a frugal lamp? Everyone knows in their heart.

  Mrs. Li stared blankly at Sun Qian'er and her maid, silently striking Sun Qian'er's name off the list of potential daughters-in-law in her mind.

  Sun Qian'er is the only daughter of the Sun family, deeply loved by the Sun family. Originally, Mrs. Li intended to bring her into the mansion as a concubine, but she didn't expect this girl to be so disobedient. If she really came to the Li Mansion, who knows what kind of trouble she would stir up.

  Why is Sun Qian'er only suitable to be a concubine in the eyes of Mrs. Li? The reason is simple: she wants her second son to marry a daughter of an official family as his legitimate wife, and only a proper young lady from an official family can match her excellent son.

  In other words, Mrs. Li looked down on these businesswomen because she herself was an official's daughter.

  The female guests were also in an uproar, some praising and others criticizing.

  Those who praise Su Liang say she is talented and beautiful, while those who criticize her say she attracts bees and butterflies without knowing how to be modest.

  Mrs. Li did not participate in the conversation, on the contrary, she was worried that Su Lianying would be snatched away by Ye Ci. Although she is an official's daughter, after joining the Li family for many years, except for the arrogance of the official family, her brain has long been assimilated by interests.

  She doesn't care about Su Lianwei's reputation, anyway she is just a concubine after marrying in. She only cares whether Su Lianwei can make money, develop and expand the Li family, and help her son.

  As for offspring, Su Lianyi is also unworthy of giving birth to a child for Yu Tang.

  ……

  Su Lian's face was covered in sweat and her head was burning, because apart from Ye Ci and Li Yutang following her, there were also several young masters dressed in luxurious clothes following behind.

  She's not stupid and naturally knows that people coming over aren't there to discuss grand life ideals with her, so it must be about that man-woman business.

  She stopped in her tracks, waiting for the group of at least ten men to gather around. Before they could introduce themselves, she spoke directly to Ye Ci. "Young Master Ye, it's been several days since you last visited my home. My husband still remembers you fondly and speaks highly of your exceptional chess skills. He hopes that you will visit our humble abode again soon and engage in a game with him."

  Lend me a spark, let's get the word out, and spread the news!

  The crowd of young masters were shocked and only knew that Su Liangui and Li Yutang had rumors, but didn't know that Su Liangui was married?

  "What are you talking about? When did I play chess with Da Hu?" Ye Ci was puzzled by Su Lian's sudden remark.

  Everyone knew that Su Lian's husband was Ye Ci, also known as Da Hu.

  A faint smile, no longer paying attention to Ye Ci, turned to the gentlemen and bowed, "I don't know what brought you all here, do you want to make a deal with the Su family winery again?"

  Li Yutang couldn't help but laugh at Su Lianhui, who was indeed always selling her family's wine wherever she went.

  In fact, Su Liangwei was giving everyone a way out.

  These rich young men all hurriedly said they would like to make a toast, but one of them wouldn't give up and asked, "Excuse me, Miss Su, how old are you? Are you married?" It wasn't that she didn't understand the question, it was just that the situation in front of her was too complicated.

  Lianyi smiled slightly, "I'm seventeen years old, married for a year, and my husband and I are deeply in love."

  The crowd of young masters were greatly disappointed and left one after another.

  The crowd that was just bustling with people was left with only three people in no time.

  Su Lianwei finally couldn't bear it anymore, her face turned cold. "Ye Gongzi, despite our usual friendship, what you did today is really too much. In such a public place, you were so affectionate, where do you put me? I, Su Lianwei, am a married woman. You doing this might be considered youthful romance, but for me, it would make me an adulteress. Have you ever thought of that?"

  Ye Ciyu was shocked, he had been diligent for more than one or two days. In the past, when he saw Su Lianhui not refusing him, he thought she had tacitly agreed. But how could he have known that Su Lianhui was different from the women of Ruan country, having modern thoughts, thinking it was very normal to make friends and interact with each other? Moreover, from a businessman's point of view, it didn't seem like he had offended a major client.

  However, modern women also have a bottom line. When this bottom line is touched, modern women are more resolute and decisive than ancient women!

  Ye Ciyu wanted to say something, but Li Yutang was standing on the side, and he didn't dare to speak out easily. He was resentful in his heart, this Li Yutang is really a blind fool.

  He grabbed Lianyi's arm, ignoring her resistance, and pulled her aside. Li Yutang was anxious to intervene, but Ye Cidao said, "I'll have a few words with Lianyi, don't interfere."

  Li Yutang hesitated for a moment and stayed where he was, staring at the two from afar, fearing that Ye Ci would harm Su Lianyi.

  "Speak up, what is it?" Lianyi shook off his arm, her face looking unpleasant.

  Ye Ciyu's face was anxious, "Lianyi, tell me the truth, you and Datou are not a real couple, right? I've heard before that you were forced to marry him. Datou is ugly and rough, just a rustic farmer, he doesn't deserve you."

  Ripples of helplessness, it seems that in the future, I will have to keep a distance from this Ye. "Ye Gongzi, you misunderstood, Da Hu and I are true husband and wife. To avoid suspicion, next time in front of everyone, we should still maintain some distance."

  Ye Cai did not believe it, "You are absolutely not a real couple, I can tell, you also absolutely didn't get married, your eyes are still those of a young girl."

  Ripples lost smile, the girl's eyes? Not leftover woman's eyes? "Ye Gongzi, now that I've told you the truth, don't deceive yourself anymore, and of course, don't make a scene again." Didn't want to say it so harshly, but he forced her.

  "Su Lianwei, why can't I? What's wrong with me?" Ye Ci asked.

  "It's not you, it's just that I'm already married."

  "Tell me, what's wrong with me!" Ye Ci continued to ask.

  Lian Yi wanted to leave, but Ye Ci stretched out his hand to hold her back. "I really got married." She struggled to shake him off.

  Ye's usual smiling face was gone, replaced by a serious and anxious expression. "No way, you tell me, where did I go wrong? I've been true to you with all my heart, don't I even have the right to know the real reason?"

  “……” Su Lianyi struggled to open her eyes, Li Yutang saw it and wanted to walk over, but Lianyi shook her head at him. Seeing Ye Ci's face, Lianyi felt a little guilty in her heart. For Ye Ci, she could feel that although they joked and quarreled, there was also true affection between them.

  "Even if I didn't get married, I still wouldn't choose you." Liang Wei said.

  Su Lianyi's voice was not small, and Li Yutang on the side could also hear it, and he listened carefully.

  "Why? I...I am a member of the Ye family, the Ye family is the richest in the capital and also the richest in the country of Luan, why don't you like me?" Ye Ci finally revealed his deepest secret, his "trump card", thinking that women couldn't resist such wealth.

  He didn't want to use his wealth to attract a woman, never had. But now, he couldn't care less about that, not to mention the fake husband in Linlin's family, even Li Yutang beside him was a huge threat.

  As soon as he thought of their every move at the banquet, his heart felt like it had been scratched by a cat.

  Lianyi shook her head helplessly, "Your identity can't decide whether I like you or not. True feelings aren't based on power and wealth. Although it's hard to move forward without money, money isn't omnipotent. Some things can't be bought, such as true love."

  Ye Ci nodded like a garlic press, "Yes, yes, I think so too, that's why I like you. I also don't think money is omnipotent, so Liang Liang, why don't you like me?"

  Li Yutang was also slightly surprised, money is not omnipotent... He wanted to believe, he wanted to pursue, but from an early age, his parents' hard indoctrination education was not so.

  Lianyi let out a soft sigh, hesitating for a moment, because what she was about to say would surely shock the world. "I... long for... one life, one lifetime... one pair of people." Her pink cherry lips opened and closed, speaking slowly, although it was said with hesitation, each word was very firm.

  Ye Ciyu was shocked, his eyes wide with astonishment. "Lian... Lianyi, are you dreaming? One life, one destiny, one couple... how is this possible? Except for that poor villager who couldn't afford a concubine, isn't it normal for wealthy families to have three wives and four concubines? My father was, my grandfather was, my great-grandfather was, and even my great-great-grandfather was. And besides, you saw it at the Qingjing gathering today, if one only marries one woman, they will be looked down upon."

  As expected... Lin Wei smiled bitterly and shook her head, "That's why I don't like you."

  Li Yutang was also shocked, a monogamous couple? How is this possible?

  "No, Lianyi, you must understand, there's no such thing as monogamy in this world." Ye Ci said anxiously.

  Lianyi raised her head and smiled at him, "With someone already in my heart, how can I accommodate a second person?"

  Ye Ci hastily said, "I... am not, nor are other men. We can dote on one person, but having concubines is a must, not just for face, but also for a man's dignity. Sometimes it may even be a development strategy. Not to mention our merchant family, even officials need to form strong alliances. Don't believe me? Ask Li Yutang." Ye Ci saw that he couldn't handle the situation himself, so he directly threw the difficult question at Li Yutang.

  Li Yutang suddenly tensed up, his eyes wide open, and he didn't know what to say.

  Lianyi shook her head, "Don't try to persuade me, I don't want to persuade you either. We are people from two different worlds, so it's destined that there will be no result. So, Ye Gongzi, you might as well give up early."

  "Not... ripples... you have to listen to me, think again..." Ye Ci was anxious and didn't know how to explain. This couldn't be blamed on him, after all, a tradition that had been passed down for thousands of years couldn't be broken overnight.

  It's just like, having never eaten human flesh before, suddenly being tossed a piece of human meat, and hardly anyone can swallow it.

  The first person who ate crab, how brave was he?

  Lianyi raised her head, her face calm, a pair of cold eyes staring into his. "Ye Ci, if I choose you, but also stay with my husband Da Hu and other men at the same time, are you willing?" Polyandry.

  "Of course not!" This one doesn't need consideration.

  "Right, you don't want to share your lover with other men, so why do you want me to share my lover with other women? Are women inferior to men? Is it because they have one less eye or one less mouth?" Liang's heart was filled with anger, and she grew more indignant as she spoke. "Men and women are the same, we're all human beings, so why do I have to be an appendage of a man?"

  Ye Cai and Li Yutang had never heard of such astonishing and unconventional views before. In their world, women should be waiting in the depths of their homes for men's favor, shouldn't they?

  "Anyway, I've said it before, you're not suitable for me, we won't have a result, Ye Gongzi, you'd better give up."

  Ye Ci was still unwilling, "Lian Yu, you can't find a man who is willing to spend his whole life with only you. Even if you force yourself to marry a farmer, with your abilities and wealth, he will have an extramarital affair. Even under your strict control, he won't be able to resist the temptation of visiting brothels."

  Lianyi shrugged, "If you can't find one, then just live on your own, must a woman die if she doesn't have a man?"

  Her words also shocked Ye Ci and Li Yutang.

  How can there be such an astonishing and unconventional woman in this world?

  After saying all that, Su Liangwei suddenly felt much lighter, and after taking a long breath, the delicate face again wore a faint smile. "I don't know if Young Master Ye has anything else to say? If not, I'll go rest in the ladies' lounge for a bit." Refreshing! It's really refreshing!

  "No, Lianyi, don't go, I..." Ye Ci's mind was a mess, full of contradictions and collisions that couldn't be reconciled, "I..."

  Lian Wei was also silent, standing there. Since the words were spoken today, let's thoroughly resolve the issue once and for all, so as to avoid future troubles and worries.

  "I..." Ye Ciyu's face turned red, white and green in succession, his heart aching with mixed emotions - reluctance, shock, and fear of challenging moral ethics. Although Ye Ciyu seemed to be carefree, but who can survive in this world with such simplicity? He had a balance scale in his heart, knowing when to resist and when to yield.

  Never thought of challenging the secular, this time, he was a little flustered and busy.

  Li Yutang, on the other hand, was also like this. He could clearly see his heart racing for Su Lianwei, but it was just a crush. Perhaps his feelings for Su Lianwei were not as deep as Ye Ci's for her.

  "En, I'm listening." Lianyi smiled faintly.

  "I'm really messed up today, can you give me a chance? If I... I have other ideas, is it okay to... be with you again?" He was too messed up and didn't know what to say.

  Lianyi smiled slightly, "Don't say that, it sounds like we're sworn enemies or something. We're still friends, and more importantly, business partners." Whether they were friends or not didn't matter to Lianyi, but this business deal mustn't fall through.

  Alright, Su Liangwei is also a commoner, being a commoner, why not like Kong Fangge!? As long as it doesn't go against principles, what's wrong with making money?

  "Alright, I'll think about it carefully again." Ye Ci's mind was a jumbled mess.

  Just as Lianyi was about to turn and leave, Li Yutang suddenly spoke up. "Is your husband the one you mentioned, who has been devoted to you alone all his life?"

  This question suddenly touched Lin Wei's heart, she smiled and shook her head, "I don't know, but thinking about it, probably... not, right?"

  This sentence explains everything about her relationship with Da Hu.

  Ye Ci and Li Yutang immediately understood in their hearts.

  "What if he becomes dissatisfied with this one day?" Li Yutang asked again.

  "Parting." Lianyi replied, it will come sooner or later.

  Li Yutang furrowed his brow, "Then what will you do?"

  With a splash of laughter, "I just said that, didn't I? Without men, women can still live. I have my own career and am very busy every day. I also plan to adopt orphans and raise them into adults. How about it? Isn't my future life rich and colorful too?"

  The two of them didn't know what to say.

  Ripples shrugged, feeling very relaxed, "You guys chat, I'll take my leave." Turning around and leaving, her footsteps were light and airy, that snow-white figure adorned with red flowers floated away like a cloud, without any lingering attachment, yet giving people an uncatchable feeling, just like a cloud.

  It's not that it can't be caught, but rather whether one has the heart to do so.

  ……

  When Lan Hui returned to the meeting place, the banquet had already ended. It was afternoon and the sun was shining brightly. The female guests were invited into the side room to rest while the male guests went off in all directions.

  Lianyi caught a servant from the Ouyang residence and asked where the male guests had gone. She missed the morning "business training session" and didn't want to miss the afternoon one, if there was one.

  It was learned that the male guests were invited by Mr. Ouyang to go drink tea.

  Drinking tea, isn't this a tea party? Ripples in her heart secretly rejoiced, and after finding someone to bring her into the tea-drinking place, her heart was full of longing to hear business seniors exchange ideas, completely forgetting about those two people in the woods.

  A separate room.

  Unlike the grand hall that had just hosted a banquet, this room was slightly smaller, but full of bookish charm. One side had a treasure trove of antiques and curios, while the other side's bookshelves were filled to the brim with rare and precious volumes.

  Unlike the ordinary hall, this room is decorated with a unique style, somewhat like the Han Dynasty's hall. Everyone sat cross-legged on thick mats, each person in front of a small low table, with teapots and tea cups on it, surrounded by the fragrance of tea.

  Ouyang Lao sat at the very front, facing everyone, with elderly men sitting on either side of him. Judging from their demeanor, they must be prominent figures in the business world, while the others sat across from them, surrounding them in several circles, listening to the words of the elderly men in the front row and occasionally expressing their thoughts.

  The people behind, including Li Lao Ye, although they have all passed the age of 50, are still younger than the elderly in the front row.

  Ripples secretly entered, quietly breathing, sitting down at the small table at the very end, a maid on one side serving fragrant tea and snacks.

  Just in time, I'm a bit hungry. I didn't eat much at the dinner table just now. How can I enjoy it under everyone's watchful eyes? This snack is delicate and delicious, just right for filling my stomach.

  The hall's roof was very high, with a circle of vents open at the top, and young servants fanning gently, blowing a soft breeze.

  Eating tea snacks, drinking fragrant tea, basking in the afternoon sun, listening to the elders sharing their insights on business and life philosophies. Lianyi felt that this gathering was not a waste of time, but rather a rewarding experience with many gains.

  Just as Lianyi was entranced, Mr. Ouyang raised a question: if the war spreads to the capital, how should merchants handle it, and when the war subsides, what should they do?

  Mr. Ouyang is already in his twilight years, slightly plump, with silver hair and beard, a gentle face, kind eyes, sitting steadily in the center, even without speaking, his steady demeanor is enough to make people around him admire and surrender.

  Lianyi silently resolved the last piece of difference, took out a handkerchief, wiped her hands, and then moistened her throat with fragrant tea.

  Everyone was thinking about the question, seeing Mr. Ouyang not speaking and asking questions, they thought that Mr. Ouyang let them think deeply, so they repeated their thoughts. Who would have thought that Mr. Ouyang didn't ask a question, not to make them think, but to wait for someone at the end of the crowd to finish eating snacks.

  Until someone finished eating, wiped their hands, wiped their mouth and drank tea, Mr. Ouyang said, "Miss Su, what do you think about this matter?" He suddenly asked, fearing that she would choke.

  "Cough, cough..." Although the old man was considerate, Su Lianwei still choked a bit. She had sneaked in secretly, how did she still get caught? This wasn't even a tiered classroom, by rights, Ou Yang lao sheng (old Mr. Ou Yang) who was in the center of the crowd shouldn't have seen her at all.

  It wasn't until then that everyone noticed, at some point, Su Liangwei had slipped in, and they all kept turning their heads to look back at this delicate and elegant woman, wanting to know what insight she had.

  Ripples of anxiety, could it be that I didn't check the almanac before leaving the house today? Why do I keep pushing her to the forefront of the storm? If she knew Sun Wukong's 72 transformations, at this moment, she would want to transform into a small fly and quietly stay in the corner, not wanting to be discovered.

  Helpless, Lianyi calmed down and wiped away her smile. "Old sir is really teasing me, everyone present is my senior, whether it's in terms of experience or life experience, they are far superior to me, I shouldn't be selling axes in front of Lu Ban's door, humiliating myself, I'd better listen to the opinions of my seniors."

  Everyone in their hearts praised Su Liangwei's humility.

  Mr. Ouyang chuckled and said, "Isn't Miss Su curious why I invited you to this gathering of talented people?"

  Everyone was in a small commotion, and whether Su Lianwei was curious or not, they were very curious.

  "Ripples don't know, please ask the old master for guidance." Ripples said.

  Mr. Ouyang smiled and nodded, "You answer this question first, then I'll tell you."

  "...The ripples were helpless, this old man was indeed an old stubborn child, threatening her in the public eye."

  But anyway, she's done what she should have done. Mr. Ouyang has been very kind to her, and if she didn't speak up, it would be impolite. But... how could she know what business people need? She just honestly brews wine and will honestly make her cosmetics in the future.

  Everyone present is a wise person, and upon hearing this, they will know that the answer to this question is related to the reason for inviting Su Liangwei to the Qunxing meeting, and they will quietly listen with reverence.

  Lianyi sighed, "I suppose I'm the youngest here, and on top of that, a woman. If what I say isn't right, please don't laugh at me, seniors." She was about to cry, what would she say next?

  Everyone laughed and said they wouldn't tease him.

  Ripples thought for three seconds, the rise and fall of dynasties, she didn't understand, after all, she studied science, if asked about molecular structure or human physiology, she could say something. But she knew the economy before and after the founding of modern China.

  The big principle, Lian Yu doesn't understand, but there is one concern, that is, if the war involves the capital city, it will inevitably cause great economic turmoil, whether during or after the war. Speculators and profiteers will emerge frequently, including those from Japan and foreign countries. At this time, the common people will suffer, so it's best for the Japanese business community to temporarily unite and form a chamber of commerce to jointly resist and think of all possible measures!

  We are merchants of Ruan country, relying on the economy of Ruan country. If the economy of Ruan country is chaotic, we will be the ones to suffer in the end. Therefore, what needs to be done first is to stabilize the market and not take a small advantage that would lead to a big loss later. The collapse of Ruan's economy means inflation.

  "What is inflation?" someone asked.

  He hesitated for a moment, forgetting to explain this modern economic term. "Let's put it this way, if prices are too high, people can't afford to buy goods. In the past, one dou of rice cost ten cents, but now it costs one hundred cents. Merchants seem to be making money, but in reality, they don't realize that their one hundred cents have become equivalent to ten cents, and the wealth they've accumulated has mysteriously depreciated in value."

  Commoners have limited financial resources and cannot afford to buy goods from merchants, resulting in a large accumulation of unsold goods. As a result, not only can the goods not be sold, but the silver coins in their money bags are also rapidly depreciating. That's probably what it means."

  Lianyi hastily explained, but didn't know if these "ancient people" could understand.

  In fact, they all understood, these people deal with silver and goods every day, after listening to Lianyi's words, they really broke out in a cold sweat.

  It's not ruled out that someone wanted to make a fortune from war, but now it seems that they only care about immediate interests. Even if they made money, the value of silver has depreciated, and their wealth has shrunk. What's the difference between this and not making any money at all?

  Moreover, if the stable economy of Luan Guo is gone, how will they do business in the future? And with whom will they do business?

  They are businessmen seeking long-term development, not fugitives!

  Everyone fell silent, realizing the severity of the issue and marveling at how Su Liang's youthful appearance belied her profound thinking. She could jump out of this small circle and see the future economic development trend. Admirable, truly admirable.

  Everyone knew, Mr. Ouyang, why did you invite Su Liangwei?

  The old man chuckled and said, "I suppose you all understand now."

  Everyone nodded in agreement, and everyone in the hall understood, but one person became more and more confused, that person was Su Liangwei.

  She couldn't help but laugh and cry at the same time, looking very innocent. "Old sir, what are you talking about? Lianyi doesn't even know the reason yet."

  Everyone burst out laughing, this little girl Su Liangwei was really lovely.

  Lianyi was laughed at by everyone until her back was covered in goosebumps, and she looked at Mr. Ouyang with a pleading gaze for help.

  The old man said, "I noticed Su Niang because of her innovative sales model. She can break through the traditional business model of our country and no longer be limited to her own shop. Instead, she becomes a specialized producer who hands over goods to outsiders, expands the market, and takes care of profits and losses herself. This way, she reduces her initial investment and puts all her energy into production, developing more and better products. Gentlemen, don't you think this is an innovation?"

  Everyone nodded in agreement.

  Su Lianwei suddenly realized that it was her own "sales model" that was recognized by Mr. Ouyang. It has to be said that the old man is a far-sighted person, and he is indeed a business giant.

  Her model is the golden mean, not because Su Liuliang is so powerful, but because this model has been practiced for hundreds of thousands of years. She is a plagiarist of modern knowledge, picking up bargains in ancient times.

  Mr. Ouyang continued, "You will all wonder why I, Ouyang Shangmo, have such a unique and far-sighted vision. In fact, it's not like that at all. I've retired from business for thirty years, perhaps it's precisely because of this that one can truly jump out of the strange circle in front of them and see further."

  Everyone nodded in agreement. They all attended the annual meeting every year and listened to Mr. Ouyang's advice, and his insights were usually accurate, eight or nine out of ten would come true.

  Mr. Ouyang continued, "I am seventy-eight years old this year, and I have some foolish views that can be explained. However, Miss Su is only seventeen years old, with such a long-term vision, it's really rare."

  Everyone praised Su Lianwei, calling her the business miracle of Ruan country.

  Su Lianwei has an unspeakable bitterness, it seems that this group of people will reach her goal, not only reaching but also over-fulfilling the task, she is thoroughly "famous". The problem is, she really doesn't want to be famous, she just wants to do a small business, enough to warm up and live a comfortable life, nothing more.

  These principles seem simple, but at that time it was after all a feudal ancient times, this principle absolutely no one proposed, she is the first person.

  Everyone thought it was Su Lianwei's foresight, but in fact only she herself knew that these were just modern economic common sense.

  Later, all the topics were inseparable from Su Lianying. No matter what was said, Su Lianying had to come up and make a speech, making Su Lianying overwhelmed, and at one point wanted to escape by pretending to go to the toilet.

  Finally, this deadly tea party came to an end. Su Lianwei could finally breathe a sigh of relief, but had to say that she also learned a lot and broadened her horizons.

  "Alright, I'm tired too. You young people can do as you please. As one gets older, they become useless. Just over two hours and I couldn't take it anymore." Mr. Ouyang said, as a servant rushed to help him up from his seat.

  Actually, most people are not young anymore, and they are all addressed as "old gentlemen" outside. The younger ones are approaching middle age, while the older ones have already passed sixty. However, in front of Ouyang Laotian, who is seventy-eight years old, these people are all youngsters.

  Everyone bid farewell and reminded the old man to take care of his body, then with the support of others, he got up and went to the courtyard, not disturbing the old man's peace, letting him rest well.

  Su Lianwei didn't need anyone's support, after all, she was only seventeen years old. She stood up, afraid of being caught by some old men and having to discuss their opinions again. The truth is, she didn't want to talk, she just wanted to listen.

  Just as he got up, someone called him again, and it was none other than Old Master Ouyang.

  "Ripples, come with me." The call was affectionate.

  Helpless ripples, a billboard smile hung on his face, he could only grit his teeth and follow.

  Mr. Ouyang had been sitting for a long time, and his legs were not very comfortable. The servants pushed over a wooden wheelchair and let him sit on it, with someone pushing it forward, while Lin Ying followed alongside.

  After walking through the long corridor and passing by a small garden, the old man remained silent with a solemn expression. Su Lianhui was also anxious and puzzled in her heart, wondering what the old man was doing.

  "Lingyu, I invited you here for two reasons, one public and one private. The public reason I just mentioned, and now I'll tell you the private one." Ouyang Shang's voice grew even heavier.

  Lianyi's eyebrows furrowed involuntarily, her heart filled with anxiety.

  At last they arrived in front of a large house. The crowd dispersed, leaving behind only the old servant who had pushed Ouyang's wheelchair.

  Mr. Ouyang closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and then slowly opened them again. "Come in." He seemed to be struggling, as if facing the greatest difficulty of his life.

  The old servant pushed Mr. Ouyang up the broken ladder, and Lianyi followed him. Here, all the servants were advanced in years. These servants opened the door, and inside the big house, everything was exquisitely decorated with a high tone, whether it was the furnishings or the decorations, they were all precious treasures among treasures.

  It can be seen that the people who live inside are very important.

  Lianyi saw that person, was surprised, and hurriedly lowered her head to look at the old man.

  "This is the private reason I asked you to come."

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