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I'll leave the preface for a few days and then delete it.

[Final Explanation Regarding Yesterday's CP Post]

I will explain a few points, respecting each reader's choice.

1. First of all, the author is busy writing every day and only reads comments and book circles when he has free time.

Those familiar with the book community should know that the page layout is randomized. Whoever you see in the feed is the author. If a reader praises your writing, and the author gives a thumbs up, it's a sign of respect; don't take it out of context or overinterpret it.

2. Secondly, regarding the issue of the emperor and his brother, I addressed this a long time ago:

They are a straight male couple.

The main plot of this novel is about everyone working hard to build their careers.

In the main story, the older brother's storyline unfolds gradually, with the two straight men engaging in humorous interactions. They each consider the other a close friend, only realizing their true feelings when they part ways.

[The ending returns to the modern era, and a special epilogue will be given to allow them to reunite happily.]

(Readers who have seen these comments before can leave a comment.)

3. The main plot of this book was designed from the beginning, and there was no back-and-forth change of the plot.

Finally, just discuss the content you like; there's no need to attack other readers.

The author treats every reader's evaluation and comment equally, but not every comment is visible.

I only found out about what happened last night when someone in the fan group asked me about it. I'm officially explaining it today.

In conclusion, we respect every reader's choice.

The author expresses gratitude to readers who enjoy this book.

I suddenly don't like it anymore today, and I thank the author for your past support.

——————The main text begins——————

The trading counters were located on one side of the magnificent hall.

A dozen or so rosewood cabinets are lined up in a row, each with a prominent gilded number hanging on top.

Behind the counter sat a row of Pujitang accountants dressed in matching blue gowns, their hands moving so fast on the abacus that only afterimages could be seen.

Shen Yanqing stepped to counter number three.

He carefully took out a stack of silver notes worth 40,000 taels from his pocket and handed them over.

That's forty thousand taels of silver!

Even for a wealthy merchant family like the Shen family, this was an extremely large cash flow.

The accountant took it with both hands and handled it skillfully.

They carefully checked it against Shen Yanqing's household registration and travel permit.

After confirming that everything was correct, he picked up his pen, dipped it in ink, and wrote down his name, place of origin, family background, and the astonishing amount of money he had spent on membership in the thick, gold-embossed ledger in front of him.

The entire process was completed smoothly and efficiently.

The accountant took out an exquisite jade plaque from a sandalwood box next to him and handed it over.

The jade pendant was no bigger than an egg, warm to the touch, and the carving was simply superb.

The front is engraved with four ancient and vigorous seal characters that read "Cuju Association," while the back is engraved with a rather peculiar special number:

【007】.

"Young Master Shen."

The accountant looked up and gave a very friendly, professional smile.

"This is your exclusive top-tier membership voucher."

"In the future, for any high-end events organized by this association or confidential transactions within the mall, you can use this card to enjoy the privilege of direct entry through the VIP channel without needing to use a pass."

Top-tier privileges? Direct entry without needing to pass through security?!

Shen Yanqing was somewhat excited, as if he could already foresee the Shen family's status rising sharply.

He nodded solemnly and carefully tucked the jade pendant, which represented his "007" identity, into his bosom.

With that 40,000 taels, I felt more confident spending it.

As soon as I finished registering, a smiling receptionist, dressed in extremely neat and elegant clothes, came to greet me.

"Young Master Shen, you must be tired from your long journey. Please come with me to the palace to rest."

Are we really going to live in a temporary palace?

Before Shen Yanqing could react, he followed the shop assistant out of the trading hall and into a spacious and luxurious carriage.

I heard that the carriage used Pujitang's shock absorption technology, so it traveled smoothly all the way without any bumps.

Before long, the carriage stopped in front of a tall, vermilion palace gate.

There were imperial guards protecting the entrance.

Shen Yanqing lifted the curtain and was utterly shocked.

This palace covers a large area and has high walls. It was a summer resort left by the emperor of the previous dynasty!

The palace grounds are layered upon each other, and the palaces in the distance are arranged symmetrically along the central axis.

With its flying eaves and bracket sets, carved beams and painted rafters, it exudes a magnificent and imposing presence, radiating imperial majesty.

The carriage drove through the alleyway that the palace had special access to, and then wound its way around for a while.

Only then did they enter the accommodation area specially set aside for these "top members".

Shen Yanqing jumped down from the carriage and stood in the spacious and grand courtyard, looking around in awe.

Who would have thought that he would actually become a guest of honor at the royal palace?!

The waiter led the distinguished guests to the side courtyard, proudly introducing them as they went:

"Distinguished guest, the palace has opened ten side courtyards on the east and west sides for top members like you."

"Each courtyard has thirty superior rooms. Every plant and tree is of royal standard."

Shen Yanqing, accompanied by a personal servant, was arranged to stay in the seventh wing room of the quiet east courtyard.

The waiter pushed open the carved wooden door with a creak and led Shen Yanqing into the house.

After carefully placing his luggage, he turned around, smiling as he gave the following instructions:

"Distinguished guest, your grooms have been arranged in the servants' quarters outside the courtyard."

"During your stay, there will be eunuchs, palace maids, and errand boys on duty outside your room day and night."

"If you have any needs, even if you suddenly crave roast duck in the middle of the night, just tell them to make it happen. The rule here is to fulfill the requests of our honored guests."

Shen Yanqing nodded, flattered.

Eunuchs and palace maids served them?

He would never have dared to dream of something this big in his entire life!

The receptionist bowed and said, "I hope you have a wonderful stay."

After saying that, he politely backed out of the door and closed it behind him.

Shen Yanqing slowly breathed a sigh of relief and looked around.

Although the house was not as large as the main hall in front, it was exquisitely decorated.

A rosewood daybed is placed by the window, covered with a moon-white brocade quilt.

A crystal-clear glass lamp hangs above the bed.

Against the wall stood a grand desk, upon which lay not only fine writing brushes and ink, but also an exquisitely crafted bronze incense burner.

At this moment, the incense burner is emitting a faint, calming sandalwood fragrance.

Knock knock knock!

A series of polite knocks came from outside the door.

Immediately afterwards, a high-pitched but respectful voice rang out from outside the door.

"Young Master Shen, I've been ordered to deliver some top-secret information about our members. Is now a convenient time for you?"

There are also top-secret internal documents?

Shen Yanqing hurriedly straightened his clothes and quickly stepped forward to open the door.

Standing outside the door was indeed a young eunuch dressed in palace eunuch attire!

The young eunuch was handsome and carried a heavy box made of golden nanmu wood.

Shen Yanqing had never seen a palace eunuch personally come to serve him.

I was so nervous that I didn't know what to do.

Should I kneel to receive the imperial decree in this situation?!

Fortunately, the young eunuch had been in the palace for a long time and was very perceptive.

Seeing Shen Yanqing's expression, he immediately smiled gently.

He respectfully and proactively handed over the precious wooden box with both hands.

"Young master, please don't panic. This is 'top-secret internal information' specially prepared by our association for our VIP members."

"The orders are in order, young master. Please take a close look. However, the contents of this box are of utmost importance and must not be taken out of the palace. Once you have finished looking at it, I will come back to retrieve it tomorrow."

"Yes, yes! Okay, thank you for your trouble, Father-in-law."

Shen Yanqing swallowed hard and carefully accepted the golden nanmu box.

After the eunuch turned and left, Shen Yanqing, carrying the wooden box, quickly sat down at the table.

The lid opened with a "click".

The box was lined with a layer of luxurious red silk, and on top of the silk lay a neatly folded blueprint.

He carefully took out the drawings and spread them out on the desk.

This is an aerial view of the entire "wholesale market"!

The entire shopping mall was divided into more than a dozen large areas.

Each area was clearly marked with different pigments.

The location of the wide logistics carriage passage and large warehouse is even clearly marked!

The grain and oil section, the silk section, the porcelain section, the tea section... it has everything!

Within these large areas, the space was further divided into individual, square-shaped shops.

Each shop has a number.

A line of small vermilion annotations attached to the lower right corner of the drawing:

On the night the Cuju (ancient Chinese football) tournament concludes, the first batch of prime retail spaces will be open for public rental. Members will enjoy unconditional priority in selecting their spaces.

[A prime shop, originally priced at 30,000 taels of silver per year, is now available at a special member price of 10,000 taels of silver – buy one year, get one year free!! Plus, a two-year usage right to a warehouse in the Pujitang Logistics Park is included!]

The more Shen Yanqing read, the more excited he became.

This membership is totally worth it!

I can't believe I can get such amazing gifts and discounts?!

Renting a shop for 10,000 taels sounds like a lot.

Rent one year and get one year free, which works out to only 5,000 taels a year! Plus, you get free warehouse usage rights!

The most important thing is this place where people and merchants gather.

This isn't doing business; it's practically giving money away to their members!

Shen Yanqing quickly scanned the most conspicuous shop, number one in the "Grain and Oil Section," on the blueprint.

That shop was located right at the entrance throat of the entire commodity city's south gate!

It has the largest area and the best location; this is the first shop a buyer will see as soon as they enter.

As long as the Shen family can throw money at it and acquire that prime shop...

From then on, their Shen family grain store completely opened up a road to wealth that bypassed the Cui family's blockade!

No!

He needs to write a letter home immediately!

Tell Grandfather to quickly transfer a sum of money to the capital!

The Shen family absolutely has to take advantage of these membership benefits!