I started out with seven husbands, and I worked hard to support my family while crying.

Chapter 510: Seeking help from a tiger is absolutely unfeasible.

Fang Xiaoxiao sighed: "Pei Yan, I hope this is the last time."

Pei Yan nodded repeatedly: "This must be the last time."

After this incident, Pei Yan decided to stay by Fang Xiaoxiao's side for the next few days and not go anywhere else, for fear that his wife might run away with someone else in the blink of an eye.

Fang Xiaoxiao was busy decorating the new store, and Pei Yan was also busy helping out.

Fang Xiaoxiao directed the craftsmen on how to arrange the shop, but Pei Yan always ended up making things worse. He had the craftsmen paint one wall a bright red, which clashed completely with the overall elegant style.

Fang Xiaoxiao said helplessly, "Pei Yan, this looks really bad."

Pei Yan argued confidently, "I think this is what makes it unique."

On another occasion, Pei Yan was helping to move things when he accidentally broke a precious vase.

Fang Xiao glared at him: "Pei Yan, can't you be more careful!"

Pei Yan looked guilty: "Xiao Xiao, I didn't mean to."

Despite the many funny incidents that occurred, the two grew closer as they spent time together.

The Lingxi Pavilion in the inner city of Kyoto was finally renovated. Fang Xiaoxiao stood at the entrance, welcoming guests from all directions with a bright smile. Among them was an old acquaintance, Li Fu, who arrived in a wheelchair pushed by a servant. As for why wheelchairs existed in ancient times, well, that was thanks to Fang Xiaoxiao.

When Madam Li saw her husband suffer misfortune, she was heartbroken and secretly came to Fang Xiaoxiao for help. There was no other way; a woman in her thirties is like a wolf, and in her forties like a tiger, and a woman in her thirties is like a wolf or a tiger. Fang Xiaoxiao specially made a unique toy for Madam Li, which could effectively alleviate her loneliness while she was alone in her room.

Madam Li walked gracefully towards Fang Xiaoxiao. Fang Xiaoxiao greeted her and instructed the shop assistant to lead them into the store.

Upon entering the shop, Madam Li smiled and said, "Miss Fang, your Lingxi Pavilion is truly magnificent!"

Fang Xiaoxiao bowed slightly: "You flatter me, Madam. Please come inside."

The shop was elegantly and exquisitely decorated, filled with a faint aroma of herbs. Guests gathered in small groups, some admiring the décor, others discussing the medicinal cuisine they were about to sample.

Li Fu sat in his wheelchair, looking around, a complex expression flashing in his eyes.

Fang Xiaoxiao personally led Li Fu and Madam Li to a private room and said, "Mr. Li, Madam, please have a seat. I will now introduce you to our restaurant's specialty medicinal cuisine."

A moment later, Fang Xiaoxiao came over carrying a plate of exquisite medicinal cuisine.

"This is our signature dish – 'Eight Treasure Congee for Nourishment,' made with eight precious medicinal herbs and high-quality ingredients. It has the effects of replenishing qi and blood, nourishing yin and moisturizing dryness," Fang Xiaoxiao introduced.

Madam Li sniffed it curiously: "Hmm, this smells really good, it must taste pretty good too."

Li Fu snorted, "It's just a gimmick."

Fang Xiaoxiao wasn't angry. She smiled and said, "Mr. Li, please try it first. If you don't like it, you don't have to pay."

Li Fu took a bite with some skepticism, and his expression changed slightly: "Hmm, the taste is actually not bad."

Fang Xiao was secretly delighted. She then introduced several medicinal dishes, such as "chicken soup with wolfberries" and "pork rib soup with yam". Each dish was delicious and had unique medicinal effects.

Madam Li ate with great relish, praising the food highly: "Miss Fang, your cooking is absolutely superb. I'll definitely come here often in the future."

Fang Xiao smiled and said, "It's my honor that you like it, Madam."

Just then, a customer at the next table suddenly exclaimed, "Boss, why is this 'Lily Bulb and Lotus Seed Soup' so sweet?"

Fang Xiaoxiao quickly went over to apologize: "I'm sorry, sir, the chef may have put too much sugar in. I'll make you a new one right away."

After dealing with this little incident, Fang Xiaoxiao busied herself with greeting other guests.

Suddenly, an elderly man dressed in fine clothes walked into the shop, followed by several attendants.

The old man said loudly, "I've heard that Lingxi Pavilion's medicinal cuisine is famous in the capital, so I've come here specifically to try it."

Fang Xiaoxiao hurriedly went up to greet him: "Welcome, welcome, sir. Please have a seat. I'll make arrangements for you right away."

After the old man sat down, he ordered several medicinal dishes.

Fang Xiaoxiao personally supervised the kitchen to ensure that every dish met the standards.

When the medicinal cuisine was served, the old man took a bite and nodded in satisfaction: "Not bad, not bad, it truly lives up to its reputation."

As time went on, the number of customers in the store increased, and Fang Xiaoxiao was so busy that she barely had time to breathe, but her heart was filled with joy.

Just then, Li Fu suddenly said, "Miss Fang, I see your business is booming, how about we cooperate?"

Fang Xiaoxiao was taken aback for a moment: "Mr. Li, what kind of cooperation are you referring to?"

Li Fu smiled and said, "I'll provide the capital, you provide the technology, and together we'll make Lingxi Pavilion bigger and stronger."

Fang Xiaoxiao was pondering this in her heart, but before she could answer, Madam Li said, "Master, will this work?"

Li Fu glared at her: "What do you know, you woman!"

Fang Xiaoxiao smiled and said, "Mr. Li, please allow me to consider this matter."

Li Fu's face darkened: "Miss Fang, this is a rare opportunity, you must seize it."

Fang Xiaoxiao said, "Master Li, I understand, but this matter is of great importance and requires careful consideration."

Just then, another guest called Fang Xiaoxiao over, and Fang Xiaoxiao quickly apologized and left.

The Lingxi Pavilion was bustling with activity that day. Although Fang Xiaoxiao was exhausted, she had a very rewarding day.

At night, after Lingxi Pavilion closed, Fang Xiaoxiao sat at the table, pondering Li Fu's suggestion.

Li Wan'er walked over and asked, "Sister Fang, are you really going to cooperate with Li Fu?"

Fang Xiaoxiao frowned: "I haven't decided yet. Li Fu is untrustworthy, but his funds can indeed help Lingxi Pavilion develop faster."

Hongxiu said, "Miss, it's best to be careful and not let him trick you."

Fang Xiaoxiao nodded: "I know, let's see first."

In the following days, Lingxi Pavilion continued to thrive.

Li Fu kept urging Fang Xiaoxiao to give a reply.

Fang Xiaoxiao would never cooperate with that old man Li Fu, especially after that day when she saw him with ill intentions from his eyes. He was definitely planning to use the medicinal cuisine to add Five Stone Powder to expand his business and poison the entire city.

After closing time, Fang Xiaoxiao sat alone in the small shop, lost in thought, trying to figure out how to politely refuse Li Fu without offending him. Just as she was struggling with this dilemma, Pei Yan walked in. After his behavior over the past few days, Pei Yan had completely become a well-behaved boy. He immediately tried to get close to his wife, but Fang Xiaoxiao pushed him away with disdain.

Pei Yan had no choice but to regain his serious demeanor and jokingly asked his wife if she was troubled by Li Fu's invitation to cooperate.

Fang Xiao rolled her eyes at him and said, "You think you're so smart? What do you think I should do?"

Pei Yan mysteriously pulled a secret letter from his pocket and handed it to Fang Xiaoxiao. Fang Xiaoxiao took it and examined it carefully. The letter was written by He Jinnian. The gist of it was that they had obtained a lot of evidence that Li Fu was colluding with powerful people to sell Wushi Powder.

Fang Xiao's eyes lit up: "This is great! With this evidence, we won't be afraid of Li Fu playing any tricks."

Pei Yan said, "However, now is not the time to expose him. We need to plan this carefully."

Fang Xiaoxiao nodded: "Yes, you're right. So what should we do next?"

Pei Yan pondered for a moment: "Let's hold back for now and see what Li Fu does next."

Fang Xiaoxiao was somewhat worried: "What if he strikes first?"

Pei Yan held Fang Xiaoxiao's hand: "Don't be afraid, I'm here, I won't let him hurt you."

Just then, there was a knock on the door.

Fang Xiaoxiao and Pei Yan exchanged a glance. Pei Yan walked to the door and cautiously asked, "Who is it?"

"It's me, Hongxiu."

Pei Yan opened the door, and Hongxiu walked in, saying nervously, "Miss, Young Master, something bad has happened! Li Fu has sent people to monitor us outside."

Fang Xiaoxiao frowned: "This Li Fu, he really hasn't given up his evil intentions."

Pei Yan said, "It seems we need to speed things up."

The three of them sat together, discussing how to deal with the situation.