Chapter 3: Troublesome Zhao Ruo [I]

Under Zhao Ling's drastic reforms, the operation of the two stores, Luo Yufang and Yipin Xuan, where Su's dowry was, gradually improved.

The two shops were located on Zhuque Street. The most prosperous street in the capital, and the geographical position was superior. If Cui was not for the trouble, they would not be making losses every year.

Before, when Zhao Ling got the account of the shop, she was really taken aback. Fortunately, she was so excited when she learned that she had two stores in prime locations under her name, but she was also sad on the account of deficits, year after year.

Whereas, the Ling Long Pavilion and Zhen Baozhai under the name of the Cui family on Xuanwu Street next door were flourishing.

But now, Baozhai had been seized, and Linglong Pavilion had gradually declined after the rise of Luo Yufang. Cui Wei really fell ill this time. What's even more depressing was that she couldn't take from Zhao Ling.

It was impossible to see anyone who would embezzle Xie's dowry now. If she had a bad relationship with Zhao Ling and she exposed her, she would lose the prestige and status of herself as the mistress of the house. What more, her life in the authority's office would be very sad.

Therefore, during this period of time, Zhao Ling lived a very happy life. She was going to the streets from time to time, experiencing the customs of the Dasheng Dynasty, going to teahouses and restaurants to listen to folk gossip, and grasp the latest world situation.

Nowadays, the Central Plains was divided into four parts of the world. Among them, Dasheng had the most extensive territory and the most abundant products. There were three continents around it, namely Baozhai continent to the north, Jangu continent to the west, and Nanzhan continent to the south. The most powerful.

Baozhai was dominated by nomads. It had a sturdy folks who were good at riding and shooting. They had coveted the territory of Dasheng for a long time, and had repeatedly sent troops to violate the border.

Seven years ago, in the battle of Jingzhou City, the Royal Palace of Xuan severely damaged Baozhai's 300,000 army. General He Yuanshan was shot and killed by the then 16-year-old Meng Yuan.

He Yuanshan was the most brave general in Baozhai, but he died in the hands of a 16-year-old general in Dasheng. The whole country of Baozhai was shocked. Baozhai Wang Wanyan took the initiative to negotiate peace with Dasheng and promised not to send troops to Dasheng in the next ten years.

However, at that time, Dasheng also suffered heavy losses. His predecessor, King Xuan, died in battle, and Meng Yuan was seriously injured. There was not much left in the 100,000 troops of King Xuan's mansion.

In view of the situation, Dasheng agreed to negotiate a peace with Baozhai. That battle could be said to have hurt both sides.

In the past 7 years, the Dasheng Dynasty could be regarded as a state of peace and security under the current Emperor Ming's governance. Walking on the prosperous road of Zhuque Street, Zhao Ling thought of the Royal Palace Xuan for no reason.

For such peace and tranquility, King Xuan's Mansion paid a huge price, the former King Xuan gave his life, and the current King Xuan lost his health.

Luo Yufang was located at the intersection of Zhuque Street and Ziyang Street, in the prosperous area of Shengjing. Before Zhao Ling reached the door, she heard a loud noise in the store.

"Bold, you still need money for what this lady is fancy!" Zhao Ruo's sharp and arrogant voice came into Zhao Ling's ears from far away.

Zhao Ling frowned, why was it her again! This girl was not at ease wherever she was. Zhao Ling walked into the store and saw Zhang Ruo glaring angrily at the current shopkeeper Xu Qingzhou of Luo Yufang.

The maid Rujin who followed next to her was holding a set of packaged jade heads in her hands.

Xu Qingzhou was Mother Xu's distant nephew. He was thirty-five or six years old, with upright face but no lack of shrewdness. Zhao Ling was very satisfied with him since he had been working conscientiously and fulfilling his duties as the treasurer of Luo Yufang.

Xu Qingzhou did not show weakness in the face of Zhang Ruo's unreasonable clamor. Although he bowed down and saluted respectfully, he still insisted on standing for reasons and did not give in.

Seeing Zhao Ling walking in, Xu Qingzhou was obviously relieved, saluted Zhao Ling, and respectfully said. "Welcome, eldest lady."

This Miss Zhao Ruo was too unreasonable, and it was really hard to deal with. But the eldest lady must have a way, Xu Qingzhou thought with relief.

After contacting him during this period of time, he admired Zhao Ling very much. Although the eldest lady looked gentle and weak, her knowledge and courage were unusual.

Zhao Ling nodded to Xu Qingzhou, glanced faintly at Zhang Ruo, whose nose was upturned, and said, "Since the second sister has taken a fancy to this set of jewelry, just tell the store, and Luo Yufang will send it away. When you go to the Jiang Mansion, why bother to lose your temper here and lose the face of the Jiang Mansion!"

Zhao Ruo snorted coldly and said arrogantly. "What qualifications do you have to raise this up with me? You are disfigured and retired, and now even King Xuan despise you. If I were you, even if I didn't hang myself, I would live in the monk temple for the rest of my life. It's embarrassing for you to come out of the province!"

Hearing Zhao Ruo's words, the crowd watching the lively encounter outside the gate of Luo Yufang began to discuss.

"It turns out that this is the Zhao's family."

Yes, and that's miss Zhao Ling."

"Seeing that she is covered with a veil, shouldn't she be really disfigured?"

"Yes, she is. Alas, what a pity!"

"I heard that the emperor gave her in a marriage to Wang Xuan, but Wang Xuan refused."

"Then she was divorced twice, alas."

"Was she still married out?"