Morax is dead, Liyue will fall into my hands.

As the members of the meeting room patted their chests and made their assurances, the girl's bright eyes couldn't hide her disappointment.

Since everyone has guessed that the reason for calling this meeting is because the other party plans to open a money exchange, why do you still think that this opponent is weak and vulnerable?

Pantalone: ​​"I think quite the opposite. If Li Ye's money shop really opens, perhaps the 'Northern Bank' will really be pushed to the edge of a cliff."

His money exchange was marketed as "zero risk, zero threshold, and zero loss," and I didn't understand what he was trying to do at first.

Just yesterday, new intelligence emerged that Li Ye had recently begun stockpiling large quantities of clothing, fabrics, grains, cooking oil, meat, and other daily necessities, finally giving me a vague idea of ​​his operational strategy.

His money exchange is intended for the general public in Liyue!

"Liyue General Public?"

"Ordinary Liyue residents don't have a need for loans or savings, right?"

"Yes, ordinary Liyue people don't go to money exchanges unless they have to."

Hearing the doubts around her, Pantalone's expectations for Li Ye only grew stronger. Indeed, only geniuses can truly understand each other. It would be such a waste for such a rare talent to be left to wander the streets.

Pantarone: "Why don't the people of Liyue go to the bank? As long as there are no fees for deposits and withdrawals, and you can even get gifts, the people of Liyue will immediately flock to his bank."

"No handling fees...and interest included?"

Everyone, including the manager Andrei, was stunned.

Pantalone's crimson eyes flashed with anger. He'd already said all that, why hadn't they all reacted? Were they all a bunch of pigs?

"What? Don't you know that if customers are willing to keep their money in the bank for a long time, the bank still makes money even if they don't pay any fees?"

Ningguang had never worked in banking and was unfamiliar with banking data models, so naturally, she didn't have as thorough an understanding of money shops as Pantalone.

Upon hearing this, everyone looked at each other in bewilderment.

Following Pantalone's train of thought, they suddenly felt suffocated. Even the most foolish among them realized what Li Ye was trying to do.

"If he does this, it may not cause any business conflict with us in the short term, but in the long run, it's about uprooting us from the very foundation!"

"Could we follow his example and not charge deposit and withdrawal fees for long-term savings? Let's try to bring the Liyue masses to our side as soon as possible?"

"Impossible, absolutely impossible! Because of Morax's death, the people of Liyue are eyeing us covetously. How could they possibly be willing to store Morax here with us?"

"It seems Li Ye came prepared, intending to take this opportunity to launch a surprise attack on our 'Northern Bank'."

In the noisy conference room, after discussing the matter, everyone realized that they probably couldn't crush Li Ye through fair competition in business, so they immediately thought of other methods.

"Talk to him. Li Ye's foundation is weak. If we are willing to cooperate, he may not refuse."

“A young and arrogant person like Li Ye is not someone who can be dealt with by a simple two-eighths approach. I think it’s better to strike first.”

"I've heard that Li Ye has some reservations about the Liyue Seven Stars and Morax. Perhaps we could recruit him to our Fatui faction?"

The "Northern Bank" has reached this point because it has mastered every tactic, from entertaining guests to beheadings to taking in sycophants. Otherwise, it would not have been able to drive all the local money shops to their deaths.

Upon hearing the members' suggestion, Pantalone looked down at the doll in her hands, a strange light flashing in her bright eyes.

"No rush, let's play along with him."

Pantalone suddenly remembered something and said, "Didn't Tianquan Ningguang plant a spy in the 'Northern Bank' a while ago? We could use that."

Since the assassination of the Geo Archon, the Fatui have been universally hated in Liyue, and Ningguang took the opportunity to infiltrate the "Northern Bank" with her spies.

Pantalone only discovered it later, but she did not choose to clean it up.

On the one hand, at that time, "Northern Bank" had to keep a low profile. If they directly removed the spy that Ningguang had placed there, it would only provoke Ningguang to retaliate even more fiercely, so there was no need for that.

On the other hand, since most of the information that needed to be leaked has already been leaked, it's better to keep this "stub" for now, as it might come in very useful later. It seems like it's time to activate this "stub".

Pantalone raised the doll in her hand, quickly devising a plan to deal with Li Ye in her mind: "Li Ye has an excellent reputation in Liyue Harbor, and he has an extraordinary talent for business. It would be a pity to kill him like this."

As you've mentioned, he has some reservations about the Liyue Septate and doesn't even show much respect for Morax, which is good news.

Why not invite him over for a meal sometime, and talk to him about the newspaper collaboration at the banquet, pretending to form an alliance against the Liyue Seven Stars?

Then call on that informant so she can relay the message to the Seven Stars of Liyue.

If Ningguang finds out that Li Ye is cooperating with us, she will definitely try every means to suppress him. Even if we don't intervene, Li Ye will still find it difficult to move an inch in Liyue Harbor!

"Brilliant!" After experiencing this, Andrei suddenly understood and clapped his hands in praise, saying, "No matter how talented Tianquan Ningguang is, she couldn't have imagined that Li Ye's business was a money exchange."

If we only talk to Li Ye about the newspaper and not about the money exchange, Tianquan Ningguang would never imagine that we are in competition with Li Ye, and naturally he would not be on guard.

The master's tactic of using someone else to do the dirty work not only eliminates this potential threat, but also completely destroys Li Ye's sense of belonging to Li Yue.

Once we arrive, we will be waiting in the wings. As long as we extend a helping hand to him, reason with him, and appeal to his emotions, he will surely join our group of fools without hesitation!

This is truly a plan that kills two birds with one stone.

After hearing Andrei's analysis, everyone agreed that it was a brilliant plan.

Someone else immediately suggested, "I reckon Ningguang is also eyeing the 'Wanmin Newspaper,' but doesn't know how to make a move. Master, this is giving Ningguang a legitimate opportunity to take action."

Even if Ningguang doesn't make a move, we can bribe people connected to her to do it; we're not worried about her not being implicated!

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Chapter 57: Yun Jin Arrives (Seeking First Subscription)

Since the launch of the "Wanmin Newspaper", Jiaxuan Teahouse has not become less busy, but has become even more prosperous.

Besides discussing this highly anticipated "mysterious business," what many young masters prefer to do most is to have heated discussions with their friends about the latest martial arts novels after reading them in the newspaper.

Which is more powerful, Qiao Feng's "Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms" or Duan Yu's "Six Meridian Divine Sword"? Or, is Xu Zhu's "Life and Death Talisman" effective against someone with the Eye of God?

Among Zhong Ling, Mu Wanqing, and Wang Yuyan, who is the best match for Duan Yu?

Sometimes, they would even start hurling insults at each other because of differing opinions. Luckily, Xiao, a tough but taciturn young man, kept things in check, otherwise, sooner or later, the argument would escalate into a physical fight.

It can only be said that wherever there are people, there is a world of its own; and wherever there is a world of its own, there is conflict.

This trend of debating martial arts in the void is something that cannot be avoided even on the continent of Teyvat.

Whenever Li Ye heard arguments downstairs, he couldn't help but wonder if, if "Dream of the Red Chamber" were brought over in its original form, he could witness the Liyue people rebuild the glory of the Lin and Xue factions' rivalry.

The factional strife in "Dream of the Red Chamber" is simply terrifying.

Compared to the study of "Dream of the Red Chamber," the factional disputes within the world of anime and manga are utterly insignificant.

They've been fighting for centuries, from the Qing Dynasty to the present day, and barring any unforeseen circumstances, they'll likely continue to fight for several more centuries.

In addition, Li Ye was very glad that when he wrote "Romance of the Three Kingdoms", he did not write the story of the defeat at Maicheng, the fall of the star at Wuzhangyuan, and the unification of the three families under the Jin Dynasty.

Liyue doesn't have the history of the Three Kingdoms, so writing this kind of plot would be utterly ridiculous.

Considering the martial spirit of the people of Liyue, if someone dared to write something like that, they'd probably get hit by a car as soon as they stepped out the door.

Inside Jiaxuan Teahouse:

"Knock knock knock, boss, Mr. Yun Jin has come to visit."

"Please come in quickly."

Li Ye put down the stack of papers in his hand, hurriedly got up and went to the office door. Just as he reached out to open the door, the door opened from the outside.

Whether to avoid attracting attention or for some other reason, Yun Jin specially changed into a set of Liyue's everyday clothes today, which made her less glamorous on stage but more down-to-earth.

The two men faced each other at close range, and both were stunned for a couple of seconds. Then Li Ye was the first to react and quickly reached out his hand, saying, "Mr. Yun Jin, please come in. Manager Zhang, please prepare some tea and refreshments."

Manager Zhang: "Okay."

"Pfft." Yun Jin covered her teeth with her hand and said, "We're meeting in private, not in a public place, so please don't call me 'sir,' it feels a bit too formal."

As she spoke, Yun Jin naturally followed Li Ye into the office. Seeing Li Ye's slightly haggard face, and then glancing at the mountain of paper that could bury a person, she said, "I originally wanted to invite Young Master Li to listen to my newly composed opera and see where it needs to be corrected, but it seems that there will be no opportunity for the time being."

Li Ye was a little embarrassed: "I'm sorry, Miss Yun Jin, I've been really busy lately and can't get away. Why don't you give me the music first, and I'll listen to it when I have some free time?"

"I'm just kidding!"

Upon hearing Li Ye's reply, Yun Jin couldn't help but complain angrily, "How long has it been since you had a proper rest? Your eyes are bloodshot, and your face is much paler than usual."

"Huh? This..."

Yun Jin wasn't a nagging person, but Li Ye was one of her few friends. Seeing her friend always ruining his health like this, she felt helpless but also a little heartbroken: "You got sick from getting caught in the rain before. If you keep neglecting your health like this, you definitely won't be able to hold on when you get a little older."

Li Ye turned his head and looked in the mirror, then smiled somewhat awkwardly: "I've been quite busy lately, but once I'm done with this, I'll definitely find a chance to take a good rest."

Steward Zhang brought over some tea and snacks.

Li Ye said, "I was supposed to be the one to visit Miss Yun Jin, but I feel really bad that Miss Yun Jin had to make the trip herself."

Previously, Li Ye wanted to invite Yunhan Society to perform for three days when "Wanmin Money Shop" opened, which would be considered to make a good impression. However, he has been too busy lately to go in person.

Knowing that the two of them often corresponded, he sent someone to deliver a letter to Yun Jin.

To Li Ye's surprise, Yun Jin not only agreed immediately after receiving the letter, but also planned to visit him in person.

Yun Jin smiled and said, "You helped me so much before, and I always wanted to repay you sometime, but unfortunately I never found the opportunity."

This time, Young Master Li, you've spared no expense to stir up trouble in Liyue for this "mysterious business," certainly grabbing all the attention. Even if you hadn't invited me, I would have come to offer my services.

Hearing the smug look on Yun Jin's face, Li Ye couldn't help but chuckle: "Miss Yun Jin, aren't you worried that my business is just a facade, and everyone will be disappointed, and you might even get dragged down by it?"

Yun Jin did not hesitate. She said confidently, "If it were someone else, I would definitely ask clearly before considering whether to agree. But if it were Young Master Li, I believe you would never put your friend in a difficult position."

Li Ye laughed and picked up the teapot. Yun Jin filled the teacup with tea: "Yun Jin understands me best."

While Yun Jin was happy to hear this, she couldn't help but feel a little regretful: "I came here this time to discuss the songs for the performance that day with you, but now it seems that I can only improvise for this kind of thing."

Li Ye waved his hands repeatedly and said, "It's alright, it's alright, I can still find the time."