Chapter 188

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Protagonist:

Yan Qianqian

After Yan Si and Shangguan Xingyan endured a long and arduous journey and finally arrived in Dongying Guo, they rushed straight to the Imperial Palace without stopping. Upon seeing the two of them, Shangguan Peilin's heart was filled with joy. However, the moment he thought of the fact that Yan Si, though good...

... had actually taken a liking to his youngest daughter Shangguan Xingyu, Shangguan Peilin's mood shifted. Shangguan Xingyu was his most pampered little Princess! And Shangguan Peilin had actually long been aware of the deep affection Yan Si harbored for his youngest daughter, but had never exposed it.

After all, as a father, how could he bear to let his beloved little daughter marry far away to another country? However, whenever he thought of Yan Si's outstanding character and talent, as well as his meticulous care for his little daughter, Shangguan Peilin would silently reassure himself in the depths of his heart: "This child Yan Si is indeed not bad; I believe he will certainly treat my little daughter well."

It was just that, since Yan Si had not yet formally proposed marriage, Shangguan Peilin could only pretend not to know for the time being. After all, under heaven, which parents are truly willing to let their daughter marry far away to a foreign land?

Before long, Yan Si and Shangguan Xingyan walked side by side into the Palace Hall. Upon seeing Shangguan Peilin, the two hurriedly performed the Great Gift respectfully. Seeing this, Shangguan Peilin hurriedly smiled and waved his hand, saying: "Rise, rise, free from ceremony, no need for such excessive courtesy. Quickly tell Us, what gains did you make on this distant journey?"

Yan Si bowed slightly and replied: "Reporting to Your Majesty, this trip has already paid respects to Our Emperor. The Emperor explicitly expressed agreement to carry out trade exchanges between the two countries, and designated this Subject to take full authority over Dachang Kingdom's related matters.

In addition, this Subject and Xingyan also carefully selected an excellent location in Kyoto to serve as the trade site; currently, renovation work is proceeding there in a tight and urgent manner. As for the goods involved in this trade, our Dachang Kingdom has made fully sufficient preparations.

Not only did we bring precious Blueprints and a team of Artisans with superb skills, but we also plan to sell some Jewelry and Headwear unique to Dachang Kingdom on this land of Dongying. These Jewelry and Headwear are exquisitely designed with unique Craftsmanship; they will undoubtedly become hot-selling goods in the Dongying market.

Simultaneously, Dachang Kingdom also holds great Favor for Jade from Dongying. This trip to Dongying Guo is, on one hand, to carefully select a site and prepare to open shops; on the other hand, it is to carefully select those Jade of Superior quality, Suitable to bring back to Dachang."

After listening to Yan Si's introduction, Shangguan Peilin nodded slightly in acknowledgment, and once again looked at Yan Si with admiring eyes. He knew well that Yan Si possessed outstanding ability and handled affairs steadily and reliably.

Thus he opened his mouth and said: "Since Dachang's affairs have been fully entrusted to you to take charge, then Dongying's side shall be the same; everything will be handled by you with full authority. However, We will arrange for Younger Brother to assist you from the side; if you encounter any difficulties or have any needs, you may come for an Audience with Us at any time."

Upon hearing this, Yan Si was overjoyed in his heart, and hurriedly knelt to thank him: "Many thanks for Your Majesty's trust; this Subject will certainly do his utmost and not disgrace the mission!"

Just at this moment, Shangguan Peilin suddenly discovered that his youngest daughter had actually not come along. Ordinarily, she always followed Shangguan Xingyan like a shadow, but today her figure was nowhere to be seen. Shangguan Peilin could not help but feel Doubt, and turned his head to ask Shangguan Xingyan: "Where is Yu'er? How come she is not here?"

Shangguan Xingyan hurriedly replied: "Reporting to Huangdi, Younger Sister has not returned at the moment; she remains in Dachang Kingdom. She is playing together with Yan Si's younger sister Yan Shuang'er. Because the two of us must return to Dachang immediately after completing the renovation work here, and the journey is Distant and full of Hardship, we did not let Younger Sister follow along to toss about back and forth."

Shangguan Peilin said Lightly: "Alright then, since there is nothing else, you two may Retire first." The two performed their salutes respectfully, then Slowly Exited the Room.

After this, they rushed without stopping to a Bustling, lively and prosperous district in Dongying Guo. After a round of careful selection, they finally Purchased a shopfront. Immediately after, they began to Discuss and Confirm the renovation style. Once all planning was settled, they immediately Instructed the workers to Prepare to Start Work.

Simultaneously, the five Artisans with superb skills brought by Yan Si were not Idle either. Yan Si Specially instructed Shangguan Xingyan to be sure to select a Quiet and Peaceful place, buy it, and use it as a future Jewelry Processing Factory.

Shangguan Xingyan Received the Order and left; Not Long after, he Successfully found the Ideal Place. Subsequently, they quickly Purchased a Large Amount of Advanced Machine Equipment for processing Jewelry.

In just a Few Days, this Brand New Jewelry Processing Factory was Completed. The workers all became Busy, first carrying out Trial Operation. When they were able to Smoothly Produce a Complete Set of Exquisite Jewelry, Yan Si Decided decisively and made Arrangements — these five people would respectively be Responsible for different departments, clarifying each person's Responsibilities and Tasks.

Next, they launched Recruitment actions in a tight and urgent manner. Considering the Actual situation, they decided to Prioritize recruiting Local personnel, in order to better Integrate into the Local Market and Carry Out Large Scale Mass Production work.

Just as the shop preparation work on Dongying's side was Near End, Yan Si suddenly had a thought and Proposed: "What kind of Resounding and Pleasant name should our shop take? Why not Enter the Palace to Request instructions from the Emperor; perhaps we might be Fortunate enough to Obtain a Bestowal of a Brilliant Signboard from the Sage!"

Upon hearing this, Shangguan Xingyan's Eyes Brightened, and he Praised repeatedly: "Good Plan!" Thus, the two Tidied Up slightly, then went together, and together Entered the Majestic and Solemn Gate of the Imperial Palace.

At this moment, Shangguan Peilin was sitting upright in the Solemn and Dignified Yudi, handling the memorials piled like a mountain. Suddenly, a faint sound of footsteps came from Outside the Door; it turned out the two had arrived at the Doorway.

The guards saw this and hurried forward to respectfully Report; after receiving permission, the two carefully stepped inside. They walked respectfully to the Front of Shangguan Peilin, then bowed deeply, performing the salute, and only then straightened up.

Shangguan Peilin raised his eyes and glanced at the people before him, and asked: "What matter brings you two here together today?" Yan Si, standing on the Left Side, was the first to cup his fists and reply: "Reporting to the Emperor, the matter is as follows.

After this period of tight and urgent preparation, the shop is basically ready. The Processing Factory side has already begun normal Operation, and the shop itself is also undergoing intense renovation work. When everything is ready and the renovation is complete, we can choose a day to formally Open!

However... regarding this shop's name, after Xingyan and I Discussed, we both believe it would be more appropriate for Your Majesty to personally Decide."

After hearing this, Shangguan Peilin nodded slightly, stroked his chin and pondered for a moment, then Slowly said: "Hmm... then let it be called 'Changying Xiaopu'."

Shangguan Xingyan Beside him, upon hearing this, nodded thoughtfully, then curiously asked further: "Huangdi, this Subject guesses that Your Majesty's choice of this name implies the hope that this shop will be able to profit long and long into the future?"

Shangguan Peilin smiled slightly, expressing agreement, but immediately added: "Correct, there is indeed this meaning. However, there is actually another layer of deep meaning contained within." Finishing speaking, he turned his gaze toward Yan Si, asking with a half-smile: "Yan Si, you might as well guess what other meaning lies within this."