My family has been wielding knives for generations, but now it's my turn to wield a pen!

"Let's go back!"

Xiao Qingxiu glanced back at the Yipinlou signboard, feeling a surge of resentment.

He used to be so glamorous when he came here.

now……

"Jiang Xiaobai, this isn't over!"

With gritted teeth, Xiao Qingxiu and the other two had no choice but to leave the place temporarily.

……

Inside the Yipinlou Restaurant at this moment.

Jiang Xiaobai sat in the main seat, still explaining the follow-up arrangements.

Of course, what was explained were all minor details.

For example, when should each company submit its plans, and how should the deposit be held?

The managers of the eight major merchant houses listened attentively, while the other merchants present also discussed the matter animatedly.

Half an hour later, Jiang Xiaobai picked up his teacup, took a sip, then stretched his shoulders, stood up, and said, "Alright, let's proceed with this arrangement!"

"Once you've finalized your detailed plans, hand over all the conditions that each company can fulfill to Yipinlou!"

"At that time, Yipinlou will contact me, and I will decide on the subsequent share!"

At this point, Jiang Xiaobai's gaze swept over the eight major merchant houses, and he continued, "As for the first batch of perfumes, everyone... don't even think about it!"

"As I said before, the first batch will be handled by the Fang family, and that won't change!!"

"yes!"

Upon hearing this, everyone present stood up and responded.

Although the people from the eight major trading companies were disappointed, they didn't say much.

After all, they missed this opportunity themselves, so they can't blame anyone else.

Fang Rongshan, standing behind, was filled with excitement.

That's right, Jiang Xiaobai publicly reaffirmed that the starting position would be given to the Fang family, and he finally felt completely at ease.

"Alright, let's all disperse!"

As they spoke, Jiang Xiaobai led Tang Ningshuang and the Princess towards the outside of the inner hall.

As Jiang Xiaobai passed by Helian Zhaoyue and Helian Mingchuan, he paused, a slight smile playing on his lips: "By the way, regarding drinks, I'll also offer your country... some special discounts!"

"Your Highness, there's no need to rush. We can discuss this in detail later!"

After saying that, Jiang Xiaobai led the way out.

For Bei Yu now, he has no other choice...

Helian Zhaoyue watched Jiang Xiaobai's departing figure, her hands clenched tightly, her eyes filled with resentment.

That's right, she didn't want to be led by the nose by Jiang Xiaobai, but as soon as she thought of those eighteen cannons from yesterday, she couldn't find any way to counter them.

boom!

Helian Zhaoyue grew angrier the more she thought about it, and slammed her hand heavily on the table, making the teacup jump.

Helian Mingchuan sat beside him, opened his mouth, but in the end only sighed.

……

We arrived outside Yipinlou.

Just as Jiang Xiaobai was about to get into the carriage, he heard hurried footsteps behind him.

"teacher!"

Ok?

Jiang Xiaobai turned around and saw Fang Tong and Fang Rongshan walking out of Yipinlou one after the other.

As the two approached, Fang Rongshan bowed first, his expression earnest, and said, "Thank you for your favor, Young Master Jiang!"

"Rest assured, the Fang family will absolutely not let you down. I will personally oversee everything, from the first batch of perfumes to the subsequent shipments!"

"Mr. Fang, if you really want to thank someone, thank your son!"

Jiang Xiaobai smiled faintly and glanced at Fang Tong beside him.

That's right. If Fang Tong hadn't insisted, Fang Rongshan wouldn't have been the first to stand up and support him.

"Yes, yes!"

Fang Rongshan looked somewhat embarrassed and turned to glance at his son.

If Fang Tong hadn't kept urging him, he wouldn't have been the first to step forward.

Looking back now, I realize that my son's judgment was actually much better than his.

Fang Tong noticed his father's gaze and unconsciously raised his chin slightly.

He's proud!

But then, remembering something, Fang Tong looked at Jiang Xiaobai and said, "By the way, teacher, I might go back to Suzhou in the next couple of days!"

"I will personally explain to the Grand Secretary about my decision to become your disciple. Rest assured, I will definitely not cause you any trouble!"

"Can!"

Jiang Xiaobai smiled and replied, "However, it must be several days' journey from the capital to Suzhou, right? Be careful on the road; safety is the most important thing!"

"Hey, thanks to my teacher, I'm going back with the people from Wantong Money Exchange this time!"

Fang Tong chuckled twice.

"Oh?"

Jiang Xiaobai's expression flashed with surprise: "You've made contact with the people from Wantong Bank?"

"Um!"

Fang Tong nodded and said, "Boss Ning contacted me after he learned that I was your disciple."

"Having someone from Wantong Money Exchange traveling with us will make the journey much safer!"

At this point, Fang Tong scratched his head, looking somewhat embarrassed: "It's just..."

"What is it?"

Jiang Xiaobai looked at Fang Tong's stammering and couldn't help but feel a little puzzled.

"That's right, the calligraphy you left with the little princess last time was taken away by Boss Ning!"

Fang Tong coughed lightly and said, "Boss Ning said he was going to give it away, and I couldn't refuse, so..."

He first met Jiang Xiaobai at the little princess's place.

Because he was unconvinced, he challenged Jiang Xiaobai to a couplet contest on the spot, and he kept all of Jiang Xiaobai's timeless couplets.

"what?"

Jiang Xiaobai did realize something, but he was mostly surprised.

Ning Xinlan just had four books signed by him last time, and now she's taken away the notes he left behind. Who is she planning to give them to?

After thinking for a moment,

Jiang Xiaobai didn't think much of it in the end, waving his hand and saying, "Just give it to me, it's not anything important!"

"That's fine!"

Fang Tong breathed a sigh of relief.

He felt somewhat uneasy about rashly giving away his teacher's calligraphy.

"Alright, we'll be going now!"

Jiang Xiaobai waved his hand.

"Respectfully seeing off the teacher!"

"Respectfully seeing off Prince Jiang!"

Fang Tong and Fang Rongshan bowed to each other.

Jiang Xiaobai nodded and then got into the carriage.

Tang Ningshuang and the Princess followed one after another.

After settling in, Jiang Xiaobai looked up at Tang Ningshuang and said, "Let's go to Tianji Workshop!"

"I want to see how the blueprints for these beverage equipment ended up in Xiao Qingxiu's hands!"

"good!"

Tang Ningshuang responded softly, sat outside the carriage, and cracked her whip.

Snapped!

The carriage slowly drove away.

……

This wasn't Jiang Xiaobai's first time visiting Tianjifang.

After the carriage stopped, Jiang Xiaobai glanced at the ten-story building and led Tang Ningshuang and the princess inside.

Jiang Xiaobai skillfully navigated through the flow rooms and quickly arrived at the tenth floor.

But this time he did not stop, but continued to walk in, all the way to the place where Mo Li usually stayed.

Standing outside the door, Jiang Xiaobai didn't go in directly this time. Instead, he raised his hand and gently knocked twice on the door.

dong dong!

But as soon as the knocking stopped, something was smashed inside the room.

Ok?

Jiang Xiaobai frowned slightly.

What happened?

A thief broke in?!

Puzzled, Jiang Xiaobai pushed open the door, but when his gaze fell inside, he froze.

He only saw a stunningly beautiful figure flash past the room.

The woman wore a light-colored dress, had a slender figure, and her long, ink-black hair cascaded down to her waist.

Although her face wasn't visible, her fleeting silhouette exuded an indescribable gentleness.

Soon, with her skirt fluttering gently, the woman had already slipped into the inner room.

boom!

The door then closed...

Ok?