met free Chapter 1161 [The Wrong Couple 22]
Chapter 1161 [The Wrong Couple 22]
"Xiaoqing, let's go, the show is over." Zhaoyang said with a smile.
"Okay, Madam." Xiaoqing replied respectfully, then followed Zhaoyang out of the private room.
However, as soon as they went out, they ran into Shi Wuji and others. Shi Wuji saw Zhaoyang and his heart tightened. He said to himself: "Oh no, why is my wife here? Could she have misunderstood something?"
Shi Wuji hurriedly stepped forward and said with a smile on his face: "Madam, why are you here? Xiaoqing, why did you bring the princess to such a place?" His tone was a little anxious, as if he was afraid that Zhaoyang would be angry.
Zhaoyang smiled slightly and replied, "I was just strolling around. I heard that there was an Oiran competition being held here, so I came to see the excitement. Unexpectedly, I really saw a good show." Her eyes swept over Shi Wuji intentionally or unintentionally, and the smile on the corner of her mouth carried a hint of elusive meaning.
Shi Wuji became even more uneasy when he saw this, and he quickly explained: "My lady, don't get me wrong, I have absolutely no relationship with that Ma Xianmei! You are the only one I love in my life!" His voice trembled slightly, and he was obviously quite worried about Zhaoyang's reaction.
At this time, Yelu Hao on the side interrupted and said: "This must be Princess Zhaoyang. I have heard of your great name for a long time. Seeing you today, I find that your reputation is well-deserved." His words revealed his admiration and respect for Zhaoyang.
Zhaoyang turned to look at Yelu Hao, a hint of curiosity flashed in his eyes, and he said slowly: "Are you Yelu Hao, the nephew of Yelu Shu?"
"That's right." Yelu Hao replied with a smile.
"What do you think will happen to you if Yelu Shu knows what you have done?" Zhaoyang raised the corner of his mouth slightly, looking at Yelu Hao with a smile, a hint of cunning flashed in his eyes.
Yelu Hao's heart tightened, and a thin layer of sweat oozed out of his forehead. He laughed dryly twice and asked calmly, "What do you mean by this, Princess? I don't quite understand."
Zhaoyang sneered, her beautiful eyes flashing a cold gaze, staring straight at Yeluhao, and said slowly: "I'll give you a piece of advice. If you harm others, I can't do anything about it, but if you harm me, then you better be careful with your head."
Yelu Hao's heart was shocked. He knew Zhaoyang was not just talking. With her identity and status, it would be easy for her to deal with him. He smiled and said, "Princess, you are joking. How could I do such a thing? Don't worry, I will never do such a thing."
Yeluhao's tone was unusually sincere, as if he really had nothing to do with the matter. However, only he knew in his heart that if Zhaoyang reported what he had done, the consequences would be disastrous.
Zhaoyang seemed dissatisfied with Yeluhao's answer. She snorted, turned to look at Shi Wuji, and said tenderly, "My husband, since you and Master Yelu have something to talk about, you two can chat first. I will go back with Xiaoqing first."
Seeing this, Shi Wuji quickly stood up and said, "Madam, I'll join you. We've finished talking."
Seeing this, Yelu Hao also quickly agreed, "Yes, yes, Princess, I have finished talking with the Lord of Stone Castle."
Zhaoyang smiled slightly, nodded and said, "Then let's go back together." After that, she turned and left, and Shi Wuji hurriedly followed.
After returning to Aolong Castle, Shi Wuji and Zhaoyang walked into the room together. As soon as they entered the room, Shi Wuji suddenly fell to his knees and said with regret, "My wife, I was wrong."
Zhao Yang looked at Shi Wuji kneeling on the ground. Although he felt a little unhappy, he pretended to be calm and asked, "What's wrong?"
Shi Wuji lowered his head, not daring to look Zhaoyang in the eye, and said softly: "My wife, I shouldn't go to a brothel, and I shouldn't talk to any woman other than you. This was all a place that Yelu Hao had found. I didn't want to go, but he dragged me there. Besides, I really have nothing to do with that Ma Xianmei."
Zhao Yang frowned slightly after hearing this, as if she was not completely satisfied with Shi Wuji's explanation. She was silent for a moment, then slowly said, "Well, okay, I understand."
Shi Wuji was even more anxious when he saw that Zhaoyang did not forgive him immediately, and he quickly asked, "My lady, have you forgiven me?"
Zhaoyang looked at Shi Wuji's pitiful appearance, and her anger subsided. She sighed and said, "Get up. I believed in you, otherwise I wouldn't have married you. But you still have to tell me what your relationship with Ma Xianmei is, and how did you meet?"
Shi Wuji stood up from the ground as if he had been pardoned, then walked to Zhaoyang and sat down, explaining: "She was lonely and helpless since she was a child. After being abandoned by her family, she had no choice but to live in a brothel. But she did not give up on herself. Instead, she worked hard to learn the arts of music, chess, calligraphy and painting, and eventually became a famous prostitute. I met her by chance before, and because I felt sorry for her, I saved her life. You should know what happened afterwards."
"You saved my life and I pledge my love to you. It seems that Ma Xianmei is infatuated with you. Aren't you afraid that she will pester you again?" Zhaoyang looked at Shi Wuji with a half-smile and teased.
Shi Wuji scratched his head awkwardly and said, "Well...how about I send someone to redeem her and send her away from here." He thought about it and felt that this was the best solution at the moment.
Zhao Yang nodded, "Well, that's good, so she won't bother you again. But leave this matter to me, I'll make the arrangements."
Shi Wuji looked at Zhaoyang gratefully, "Okay, I'll listen to you. By the way, my lady, the sixth anniversary of Aolong Fort will be held in a few days, come with me."
Zhao Yang readily agreed: "Sure, I also want to see what the celebration of Aolong Castle is like."
Time passed quickly, and in the blink of an eye it was the day of the sixth anniversary celebration of Aolong Fort. On this day, Aolong Fort was decorated with lights and was very lively.
At the celebration, Shi Wuji stood on the podium and announced a good news to everyone: "This year, the sales volume of our Aolongbao is still the highest in the country!" Thunderous applause and cheers suddenly broke out from the audience.
However, Shi Wuji changed the subject and said, "However, due to the continuous increase in taxes, everyone's actual income is not as much as before. Therefore, I would like to hear the opinions of the presidents of the chambers of commerce to see if there are any good countermeasures to solve this problem."
The presidents of various chambers of commerce spoke one after another and put forward their own views and suggestions. Some said that it could reduce costs, some said that it could open up new markets, and some said that it could improve product quality.
Zhaoyang listened quietly, and waited until everyone had finished speaking before she slowly spoke: "I think we can try a new way of earning income. For example, we can launch some high-end customized products for customers who have high requirements for quality. This will not only meet their needs, but also increase our profits."
As soon as she finished speaking, the presidents of the various chambers of commerce in the audience nodded in agreement.
Seeing this, Shi Wuji admired Zhaoyang even more. He immediately decided, "Okay, let's do as the princess says! From today on, all merchants will start implementing a new way of earning income."
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Zhaoyang sent his servant to invite Ma Xianmei to the castle. When Ma Xianmei saw Zhaoyang, she asked softly, "I wonder why Her Royal Highness the Princess summoned me here? In addition, I also want to know whether the Lord of the Stone Castle knows about this matter?"
Zhaoyang raised the corners of her mouth slightly, revealing a confident smile, and replied: "What does it matter if he knows or not? This castle is under the control of this princess."
Ma Xianmei felt a little uneasy when she saw this, but she still mustered up the courage to continue, "Your Highness, I'm sure you have heard about the deep friendship between me and Wuji. I love Wuji deeply and truly. Therefore, I beg Your Highness to help me and make this marriage between me and Wuji come true. Your Highness can rest assured that after I marry into your mansion, I will never force your favor. I only ask that Your Highness can give me a place to live."
Zhaoyang stared at Ma Xianmei and suddenly said, "You don't really like Shi Wuji, do you?"
Ma Xianmei's expression suddenly became a little unnatural, and she quickly explained: "Your Highness, what do you mean? My feelings for Wuji are known to all, and there is absolutely no falsehood!"
Zhaoyang sneered, interrupting Ma Xianmei's words, and then said: "Okay, no need to make unnecessary excuses. I have two options for you to choose. First, I can redeem you and grant you endless wealth and glory for the rest of your life; second, you can choose to become my person."
When Ma Xianmei heard this, she was shocked and obviously felt puzzled by what Zhaoyang meant by "become my person".
"After I redeem you, I will arrange a new identity for you. From now on, you will no longer be a prostitute at the mercy of others, but my person." Zhaoyang looked at Ma Xianmei seriously and continued, "Of course, you don't have to worry about your future life. I will make sure you have enough food and clothing, and you can decide everything by yourself."
Ma Xianmei was a little surprised after hearing this. She didn't know why Zhaoyang treated her so well. After hesitating for a moment, she mustered up the courage to ask, "Princess, why do you treat me like this? What do you want me to do?"
Zhaoyang smiled slightly, as if she had anticipated Ma Xianmei's question. She slowly said, "I want you to be one of the first female officials in this palace."
"Madam?" Ma Xianmei's eyes widened, her face full of disbelief. "Princess, are you kidding me?"
Seeing Ma Xianmei's reaction, Zi Yuan beside her quickly interrupted and said, "My princess is the only regent princess in this dynasty, or even in the history of the dynasties, who holds great power. How could her words be false?"
After hearing this, Ma Xianmei realized that Zhaoyang's identity was extraordinary, and she couldn't help but feel a little more respect for Zhaoyang. After a moment of silence, Ma Xianmei finally made up her mind and said, "Okay, since the princess thinks so highly of me, I am willing to believe the princess. I choose the second one."
Ma Xianmei knew very well that this was an important turning point in her life. Although the road ahead was full of unknowns, she was willing to take a chance and try this new identity and life.
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The housekeeper reported to Su Guangping with a happy face: "Master, this time the silk was sold at a high price in the Song Liao market! This is really a happy and hateful thing!"
Su Guangping raised the corners of his mouth slightly, revealing a faint smile, and said, "Oh? What's so good about this? I thought my appetite was so small." He paused, and then said, "I just wanted to use silk to test Shi Wuji's ability, but I didn't expect that he really has some skills."
The housekeeper quickly agreed, "Master, you are wise! Shi Wuji is indeed extraordinary. With his intelligence and means, he will become the world's number one businessman sooner or later."
Su Guangping's eyes flashed with admiration, but then he shook his head and said, "However, the current business we have is probably far from enough."
The butler looked puzzled and asked, "What are your plans, sir?"
Su Guangping said confidently: "I have already found out everything during my visit to Aolong Fort. Shi Wuji was able to rise in such a short period of time because of the mine. Therefore, I decided to let you transfer all the shops we have. I need some funds to buy a piece of land with an underground gold mine."
At this time, Wuhen came to visit Li Yuanwai. After Li Yuanwai learned the purpose of Wuhen's visit, he seemed a little anxious. He hurriedly said to Wuhen: "Oh, the Su family wants to sell his two teahouses. I have to go and have a look."
Wuhen was moved when he heard this, and asked quickly, "Oh? Su Guangping is not only selling the teahouse, but also the other shops?"