Confucian and Taoist scholar

Chapter 666 The more the merrier

Xiao Yan pondered that if the school teachers here could teach this kind of poetry today, tomorrow they might even be able to bring out forbidden poems that criticize current affairs or are about rebellion.

A child is still developing in many ways and is easily influenced by the environment in which they live. The most typical example is the story of Mencius' mother moving three times to find the right environment for her son.

Xiao Yan suddenly felt she didn't want the two little ones to continue going to school, and even had the urge to leave that very night.

However, being somewhat proud, she felt that backing down like this made her seem weak, and that her child wouldn't really change his temperament after just a few days of school.

After thinking for a moment, Xiao Yan led the people to the arranged accommodations.

At night, she watched as Zerui and Zeyu finished the homework assigned by their teacher, and then took Zeyu aside to ask her some questions in detail.

As her daughter, Zeyu not only inherited Xiao Yan's clever mind, but also some special talents of the Bai Ze divine beast clan, such as the ability to distinguish between good and evil.

Despite being a child, Zeyu possesses abilities that even those with profound cultivation do not have.

Xiao Yan whispered, "What do you think of that person?"

Zeyu's big eyes sparkled; she knew who her mother was talking about.

She moved her little head, thought for a moment, and said, "Very good!"

Xiao Yan said, "How good is it? Be more specific."

Zeyu blinked and said softly, "His aura is very comfortable, as warm as the sun. No one I've met before can compare..."

Zeyu couldn't use very specific words to describe her feelings, so she could only give a brief explanation.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan asked, "Compared to my mother?"

Zeyu paused for a moment, pursed her lips, and whispered, "Mother is very good too."

Xiao Yan was silent for a moment, then gently rubbed Ze Yu's head and said softly, "Alright, go to sleep first, you have to go to school tomorrow."

"Uh-huh……"

Zeyu nodded, then looked at his mother with some concern.

……

After finishing some business in Dicheng, Lu Zheng headed straight for Qingcheng.

Upon arriving at a reception area in Qingcheng, he met Xu Ying of the Daxing Chamber of Commerce.

Beside Xu Ying were several unfamiliar faces.

When Xu Ying saw Lu Zheng, she happily went up to greet him.

She had previously seen Lu Zheng occupy Huai Jun's territory, but she was surprised to find that after some time, Lu Zheng had also taken over other nearby forces.

She came here this time because her superior, the general manager of the Dahang Chamber of Commerce in the Northern Region, learned about the situation and brought her along to talk to Lu Zheng about some business matters.

No one who can become the general manager is an ordinary person. After learning about Lu Zheng's activities in this region, he sensed a business opportunity.

Regardless of whether Lu Zheng can stay in this place for long, even if he makes a quick buck, he can still make a fortune.

Before they arrived, the steward had already devised some rules and regulations.

However, after arriving here in person and witnessing the earth-shaking changes, he suddenly realized that he had oversimplified things and that what he could gain here was far more than the benefits he had imagined.

The Northern Region General Manager of the Great Merchant Guild is a middle-aged man with a martial arts realm of the fifth level. He also cultivates other techniques and is not to be underestimated in any aspect.

When Qian Yishan saw Lu Zheng, he immediately greeted him with a smile.

"Oh, Young Master Lu, I've long admired your name! I am Qian Yishan, the general manager of the Northern Region branch of the Great Merchant Guild..."

"I've heard that Young Master Lu has been busy with various matters lately, so we are truly ashamed to have disturbed you like this..."

Lu Zheng smiled slightly, "I'm sorry to have kept you all waiting. Please sit down and don't stand on ceremony..." Everyone took their seats.

Qian Yishan continued, "In the past, I thought I had traveled all over the country and seen a lot of things, but this time I have seen quite a few new and interesting things..."

Qian Yishan didn't start by talking about business. He first praised the changes in the area and inquired about some local matters.

Lu Zheng didn't hide anything and explained it to these people.

Qian Yishan listened with amazement and also learned some new business knowledge.

"I never imagined that Young Master Lu was so skilled in business. I have truly learned a lot from him..."

The two chatted there and got to know each other a little.

Then, Lu Zheng got to the point, asking, "May I ask what brings Steward Qian here?"

Qian Yishan sat up straight and said with a smile, "Naturally, I want to discuss some business with Young Master Lu. I'd like to establish a branch here and open some shops..."

Originally, Qian Yishan hadn't planned to set up any branch here, but seeing the huge potential and wealth here, he temporarily changed his mind.

Qian Yishan calmly and slowly shared his many thoughts and suggestions.

Lu Zheng listened quietly, his mind racing.

Qian Yishan, his throat dry from talking, finally finished making his proposal and asked, "What does Young Master Lu think?"

Lu Zheng pondered for a moment, then nodded slightly and said, "Very good. However, doing business is for money, but we don't lack money for now."

Qian Yishan's eyes flickered slightly, and he couldn't help but say, "What does Young Master Lu want? I am an honest businessman, and I will not hide anything from Young Master Lu as long as I can provide it..."

Lu Zheng turned his gaze to the people beside him.

Xu Ying and the others quickly understood and hurriedly got up to say goodbye.

Clearly, there are some things they are not allowed to get involved in.

Lu Zheng didn't allow these people to listen in because he didn't want to cause them any trouble.

Seeing that everyone else had left, Lu Zheng said, "I suppose Steward Qian knows something about what's going on here. I'm here just trying to do some good deeds, but there are many people and forces that want to destroy this place."

Qian Yishan nodded solemnly, "Young Master Lu has a strong sense of righteousness, which I admire from the bottom of my heart. I wonder how I can help?"

Lu Zheng said slowly, "Money is not important to me. If you want to do business with me, you can exchange it for intelligence and people."

Qian Yishan's eyes flickered, and he whispered, "What intelligence? Who?"

Lu Zhengdao said, "I don't know what kind of information Steward Qian has, but any useful intelligence or people are welcome. The more the better..."

Qian Yishan's mind raced, and he probably understood what Lu Zheng meant.

The intelligence consisted of nothing more than secrets or timely news from the Northern Regions, the Wei Kingdom, and even other places.

Their Grand Merchant Guild trades in various regions, and as the General Manager of the Northern Region, he possesses many secrets and has connections in various places.

He was also able to know immediately about any developments in the Wei court.

As for people, they should be talented individuals.

Qian Yishan had learned about the situation here and appointed people based on merit, without being bound by their status.

He also had connections to recruit some talented people for Lu Zheng.

Qian Yishan mentally calculated that this wasn't a problem; everyone could get what they wanted. (End of Chapter)