Chapter 83: Business

Sir, why must we obey the words of that petty Yin-Shang prince consort and attend this so-called Yin-Shang business summit? Isn't this letting you lower your status, sir?

Chen Jiu Gong said respectfully to the dark-skinned middle-aged man beside him.

Yes, sir, you possess wealth across the four seas; this so-called business summit should be presided over by you, sir. What qualifications does that petty Yin-Shang prince consort have?

On the other side, Yao Shao Si also spoke indignantly.

Have you forgotten my teachings to you?

The dark-skinned middle-aged man glanced lightly at his two subordinates.

As merchants, we should above all follow the rules. Since Chen Tang Pass is now the business center of the whole world, and the other side has proposed this rather interesting Yin-Shang business summit, we must abide by this rule!

Faced with the middle-aged man's reprimand, Chen Jiu Gong and Yao Shao Si both lowered their heads to listen.

Ignoring his two subordinates, the middle-aged man surveyed everything in Chen Tang Pass.

Not bad; it's no wonder that in just one or two years, Chen Tang Pass was built into the very existence of the Yin-Shang business center. Just the street planning here gives a feeling of orderliness!

The middle-aged man nodded satisfiedly, and his interest in that Yin-Shang prince consort grew a bit more.

Just then, a carriage brushed past the three of them, and at the same time, the carriage window was lifted a corner by a jade hand.

This Chen Tang Pass truly lives up to its reputation; I had long heard it possessed the fame of the world's business center, and now seeing it, it truly is extraordinary!

The clear, lovely voice, like a pearl falling onto a jade plate, gives a feeling of refreshment and delight.

Miss!

At this moment, a lovely and cute maid worriedly said: "We've come this time to attend that so-called business summit without notifying the Minister of Commerce's side—is that really alright?"

The lovely lady calmly replied: "Since Father doesn't let me participate in court affairs but instead entrusted the family's business to me, naturally there's no need to report business matters to Father."

Hearing this, the lovely maid secretly glanced at her own miss; she knew the miss still harbored resentment toward the Minister of Commerce's original decision.

To prevent the miss's mood from being affected, the lovely maid immediately changed the subject, taking out a jade slip.

Miss, this business summit not only includes the division of all Yin-Shang business domains, but also a grand auction. Miss, look—there are several rare treasures listed here; should we also participate in the auction?

Hearing that, the lovely lady took the jade slip from the maid's hand; upon seeing several of those treasures, she couldn't help but her eyes light up.

Quite evidently, many of the treasures in this auction are quite attractive to a young lady like her.

Hehe, that prince consort really is talented; just this one summit encompassing all Yin-Shang business talent has let him reap a fortune. It seems we all underestimated the prince consort of Princess Su Zhi!

At the tavern, Shang Rong and Deng Jiu Gong sat on opposite sides, drinking while admiring the prosperity outside.

Sigh, I don't understand business matters, but this wine alone is far more delicious than any I've drunk before; to speak bluntly, even the fine wine of the royal palace probably isn't one-tenth as good!

Deng Jiu Gong said this, then slowly savored the wine in his cup, his whole face showing an expression of enjoyment.

Smiling slightly, Shang Rong offered no comment on this; however, for one who is usually strict with himself, today he also indulged a bit too much in drink.

Perhaps due to slight intoxication, he even failed to notice the carriage passing beneath the tavern—indeed, it came from his own Chancellor's manor.

That seems to be……

Beside her, Deng Chan Yu did notice the carriage passing under the tavern, but she didn't think much of it—really, the tavern's few snacks are simply too delicious.

I've eaten a bit too much today; sigh, it looks like I'll need to swing the blade a thousand extra times tonight to avoid gaining weight.

Thinking this, Deng Chan Yu still couldn't help but eat another piece of snack.

……

Prince consort, do you know how much we've earned these two days?

Lady Yin-Shang, with her big belly, still walked with vigor; even the maids Xiao Bai and Xiao Qing behind her struggled to keep up.

With one arm each, Ao Yifan embraced Fairy Yun Hua and Princess Long Ji, smiling as he looked at Lady Yin-Shang and said: "Madam, you're about to be the mother of three children; you should stay steady."

Hmph, this old lady will do as she pleases!

Lady Yin-Shang gave a soft snort, shot a glance at Princess Long Ji, who then stood to the side looking wronged; Lady Yin-Shang then sat in Ao Yifan's arms.

Seeing this, the Nine Heavens Profound Maiden massaging Ao Yifan's shoulders behind him raised an eyebrow.

Princess Long Ji's status is exalted, yet in this household she seems like a bullied daughter-in-law, showing Lady Yin-Shang's standing in Ao Yifan's heart.

Prince consort, thanks to your so-called business summit, it has drawn merchants from all over Yin-Shang; these two days, just their consumption equals our annual income.

Clutching the jade slip, Lady Yin-Shang's eyes filled with excitement; her gaze at Prince Consort Ao Yifan grew even more fervent—if the setting were proper, she would……

Cough cough

After a light cough, Ao Yifan embraced Lady Yin-Shang's soft waist and said: "This is just the first time; from now on we will hold it every year, making Chen Tang Pass thoroughly the holy land of Yin-Shang business."

Of course, being this successful also owes much to Long Ji; you ought to thank her well for contributing various immortal wines and snack recipes.

Ao Yifan said.

Hearing that, Lady Yin-Shang took Long Ji's hand, smiling: "Little sister Long Ji, thank you for your contribution to Chen Tang Pass; during this time I allow the prince consort to be exclusively yours for a few nights."

This, thank you, Elder Sister Su Zhi!

Princess Long Ji's cheeks flushed slightly.

Ao Yifan couldn't help but roll his eyes: when did I become a chip for Lady Yin-Shang to reward the women of the household?

However, this time Princess Long Ji's achievement is certainly not small.

After all, who would have thought that this princess, who gathers thousands of affections upon herself, usually has no other hobbies but likes to research recipes for immortal wines and snacks.

Even this time she was demoted to the mortal realm simply because she temporarily changed all the wines and snacks of the Peach Banquet; due to the immature recipe, it caused a huge joke, turning the whole Peach Banquet into a farce.

Now, the wines and snacks of all taverns in Chen Tang Pass have been improved by Princess Long Ji during this period according to local ingredients.

Once introduced, they were immediately popular.

This also let Lady Yin-Shang reap a overflowing bounty; after all, nearly half of the taverns in Chen Tang Pass are her personal enterprises.

Because of this, all aspects of food, clothing, and daily use in the General's Manor have been upgraded several grades.

No way—having money means being extravagant!