Chapter 359

Zhang Cunwen glanced at the dean, then furtively glanced at his little companions; everyone wore a half‑smile, making him sigh, "Go ahead, but gently."

Ning Hanmo looked at his companions behind him, then they all said in unison, "Tsk!"

Then he walked past him and left directly.

Getting along so well with Second Master Zhuang is his own fortune; besides, they all wish their companions well. Second Master Zhuang has experience building from nothing and many business strategies; if he can learn some, that would be Zhang Cunwen's fortune. These companions of his would be delighted for him, if anything.

How could they stop it?

"Old brother, let's go and chat." Seeing his companion's expression, Zhang Cunwen instantly became fearless.

He directly dragged Second Master Zhuang aside; the old and the young talked about business. Zhang Cunwen, afraid he'd forget, even bothered the Zhuang Mansion staff for paper and pen, and from time to time he would make good notes.

Seeing his earnestness, Second Master Zhuang's expression grew more solemn; he then explained things in finer detail, and his experience deepened progressively.

"Huh? One person's missing—why didn't he come? Is he feeling unwell?" Today Wu Huailing had the kitchen prepare breakfast; seeing only eleven children, and that Second Uncle hadn't arrived either, she felt puzzled.

"Aunt, there's still one chatting with the great‑grandfather; they figure they won't make it in time, let's eat first." Jiang Yunchu smiled; for their ageless friendship, she was also pleased to see it come to pass.

"Is that the boy who likes business?"

Elder Master Zhuang smiled, then looked toward Jiang Yunchu and asked gently.

Jiang Yunchu nodded. "Yes, that's him. He has a head for business and this talent; if he chooses that path, he could go further."

Few people could earn such praise from her.

Elder Master Zhuang also grew curious: "Later, have that child come to my study and we'll talk."

Jiang Yunchu showed delight. Elder Master Zhuang is different from Zhuang Yan and Zhuang Wei; the latter two are suited to defense.

But Elder Master Zhuang represents the attack.

Know that the Zhuang Clan once suffered a great calamity; it was Elder Master Zhuang who led people, fighting step by step, to survive, giving rise to the present Zhuang Clan.

If he could receive Elder Master Zhuang's guidance, Zhang Cunwen would surely reap much—however…

"I think, wait another two years."

She refused, not because Zhang Cunwen wasn't worthy, but…

"Pulling up seedlings to help them grow" isn't good; his current level compared to Second Master Zhuang is still like looking up to a high mountain—he has too much to learn.

As for Elder Master Zhuang, that's another realm altogether.

Rather than let him blunder about in confusion, it's better to let him advance step by step, growing another two years.

"Could we leave this opportunity for him, let him come pay a visit in two years?" Jiang Yunchu smiled, looking at Elder Master Zhuang.

Elder Master Zhuang sized her up, naturally knowing what she was thinking, then gave a light chuckle and shook his head: "You trust him a lot."

Two years to let him absorb the second brother's experience—frankly, it's doubtful he could believe he could do that.

But Yun chu insisted on saying that, showing how much she trusts that child.

"I believe."

Jiang Yunchu said it lightly, even with an air of it being obvious; her child, she naturally trusts.

"Alright, then in two years, let him bring your letter to see me; I'll teach him for ten days." Elder Master Zhuang gave Yun chu a deep look.

She believes that child, and he believes Yun chu.

That's all.

Her understanding of Yun chu isn't just a day or two; Yun chu isn't one to boast, so since she believes, she must have her reasons.

He believes, and he too has his own reasons.

"Good, one word settles it." Jiang Yunchu extended her hand and raised it before Elder Master Zhuang.

Elder Master Zhuang looked at her, then turned to Madam Zhuang and said, "Look at this lass—she still doesn't believe me."

Madam Zhuang laughed heartily, "Well, indeed you can't fully trust 【her】."

For a moment, the room's atmosphere instantly livened up; everyone couldn't help but laugh.

"Good!"

Elder Master Zhuang also extended his hand, then slapped hers.

"A gentleman's word."

"Even four horses can't retract it."

One old, one young—just like that they made an agreement.

Everyone stood aside, smiling, watching, with no one interrupting.

After staying three days at the Zhuang Mansion, her shoulder wound, though not yet healed, no longer hurt when she moved.

"I'm going to the workshop; you two don't need to follow." Jiang Yunchu told Zi Su and Bai Zhi.

Since she was injured, those two have never left her side; even when she goes to the restroom, they wait outside—what can she do?

Her own people, she dotes on them.

"I'm cross‑dressing as a male." Zi Su spoke up at once.

She knows the Princess Consort fears exposure, but who knows whether those people over there have given up?

Although this is Zhuang City, it's also under the county magistrate's administration, not the Zhuang Clan's.

How can we guarantee that no one from that side is present?

"I'm also cross‑dressing as a male to protect the master." Bai Zhi answered at once.

Jiang Yunchu looked helplessly at the two, "Fine."

After a bit of busyness, and since Jiang Yunchu already had experience—before they did her makeup, this time she did theirs.

When the makeup was done, three lively, handsome young men appeared.

Bai Zhi is doing somewhat better; she had also dressed as a man before, but Zi Su is indeed doing it for the first time, always feeling something off.

「Will it be not good? 」 As they were about to go out, she actually felt a bit unaccustomed.

Jiang Yunchu blinked, 'Otherwise, don't go.'

Bai Zhi is by my side, nothing will happen.

Zi Su, upon hearing that, immediately stepped forward; any discomfort was flung straight into the clouds.

I'm going!

This was the most resolute thing she had ever said.

Just like that, at the small gate of the Zhuang Mansion, three people leading horses left the Zhuang Clan.

All the way to outside the city, Jiang Yunchu and the three of them galloped on horseback; this time they rode in a carriage, without bringing Flame. She used to dress as a man and always rode Flame; this time she intentionally did not bring Flame.

Afraid that people over there would discover something.

This was also what Fang Zi Lun reminded them of last time.

Host!

The gatekeeper, seeing the three handsome young men riding up, immediately recognized the person in front—wasn't that their host?

"I'm here. How was it, did anyone come to the workshop?" Jiang Yunchu saw the gatekeeper, smiled lightly, then dismounted and handed the horse directly to the gatekeeper.

"Some people came, but everyone drove them away." The gatekeeper said, chuckling, as if it were a trivial matter.

Oh?

Troublemakers?

She was somewhat surprised; this is within Zhuang City's territory—how could anyone cause trouble at the Zhuang Clan's workshop?

Although she bought the workshop, outwardly it is still the Zhuang Clan's workshop.

What kind of person is so oblivious?