The head of the Mu family

Chapter 73 First time confronting Qi Luan

Qi Luan's heart softened when he heard her talk about Panlong.

He had seen it with his own eyes, and thinking about it, he patted Mu Huaisheng's head.

Mu Huaisheng immediately straightened his expression and said in a soft but urgent voice:

"Third Master! Don't touch my head in the shop!"

I am the head of their household; I must have authority!

Upon hearing this, Qi Luan couldn't contain himself and chuckled softly.

Suddenly, Mu Huaisheng remembered that he hadn't taken care of the important business he came for today, and half the morning had already passed.

So he said to Qi Luan:

"Third Master, let me show you how our master craftsman works!"

"Great! It'll be good for me to see this!"

"Little Qianyan~ I'm taking Third Master to Master Tong's place, I'll be back in a bit!"

"Okay! Go ahead~ I'll be right here!"

Xiao Qianyan was so busy that she answered without turning her head.

Mu Huaisheng led Qi Luan to the lower rooms.

Because they don't really need to live in the houses anymore, there are too many empty rooms.

They took two of the south-facing rooms, added large windows, and opened them up to create workshops for the two master chefs.

Mu Huaisheng had previously asked if they wanted him to take on a junior apprentice to assist them.

Both of them declined, saying they would just help each other out normally.

Mr. Tong, on the other hand, has a proven track record with Mr. Jin's skills, so naturally he treats him better.

Mr. Jin's side is:

Mr. Tong introduced him to such a good job and took such good care of him, so naturally he had to repay him.

When the two men saw their employer arrive, they greeted him respectfully and then went back to their hard work.

Mu Huaisheng asked some questions about the progress, and the two of them answered as they worked.

Mr. Tong and Mu Huaisheng were already acquainted, so he said directly:

"Boss! Don't worry, I'm even more anxious than you are. We'll get paid as soon as we finish it!"

Mu Huaisheng left, not knowing whether to laugh or cry, and went to Uncle Li's place.

Uncle Li had his ledger lying to the side; there was nothing to put or take out of the warehouse at the moment, and he was reading a book.

Upon seeing Mu Huaisheng arrive, he hurriedly greeted him respectfully:

"Homeowner!"

"Uncle Li! I'm going to check the storeroom."

"Hey! I'll open the door for you!"

She skillfully left the table and used her hands to support herself as she went to open the door.

Mu Huaisheng went in, checked the various inventory levels, and then came out.

It's very clean inside, and it's always clean every time I come, which shows that they really put their heart into it.

Uncle Li immediately and skillfully locked the door, then braced himself on the stool with both hands.

Smiling, Qi Luan bid farewell to Uncle Li and left the warehouse. He then asked:

"What, aren't you going to provide an old man with a wheelchair?"

"Huh? Why are you giving him a wheelchair?"

"The old man I saw was in better spirits each time."

Since you've already helped him, why not just buy him a wheelchair?

A wheelchair doesn't cost much; your shop is doing very well.

Mu Huaisheng was getting a little angry:

Handsome guy, you're putting me in a bit of a moral blackmail!

I'm a little annoyed.

"My shop is doing well because I manage it well."

I treat my employees well, so everyone works together to achieve good results.

I helped those in need; I reached out a helping hand when I saw that they were unable to help themselves.

That was my humanitarianism as a human being.

But as the saying goes:

Provide emergency aid, not long-term support!

Few people in my environment are not pitiful, including myself a few years ago.

At that time, no one helped me.

I figured out how to create value for myself.

Let kind-hearted people around us take the initiative to help someone of value.

After I gained the ability, I also gave back to those who helped me.

After extending a helping hand to people in dire straits, I also gave them a way to survive.

As long as they work hard, they can live a good life!

Take Uncle Li for example, how much does a wheelchair cost?

Around eight ounces. The wages I paid him were enough for him to earn enough to buy it with his own hands by the end of the year.

As I said last time, please write a poem and hang it up. For the girl you understand, it is certainly unconventional.

But I've lived this long, or rather, I'm capable of living this long.

It was through constant weighing and calculating, coupled with my own relentless efforts, that I got through it all.

As for the people in my shop...

You can ask them if they would be willing to go to other places where someone could buy them a wheelchair.

Third Master, people like us have been trying every means to survive since we can remember.

But we don't want to live by waiting for others to give us handouts; the poor also have dignity.

Personally, I would never give alms to someone who keeps asking me for money!

Third Master, don't say that to me again, I won't listen!

Qi Luan remained silent for a long time after hearing this:

"I'm sorry! I misspoke just now!"

Mu Huaisheng's heart skipped a beat:

Good heavens! What the hell? The person who taught me to read with a ruler is apologizing to me?

"No, it's okay."

Mu Huaisheng's life force weakened instantly.

"I...I...I was a little disrespectful to Third Master just now!"

For a moment, the atmosphere became somewhat awkward.

"Third Master, shall we go back to the shops up ahead and take another look? It'll be time for everyone to take turns eating soon."

"Okay! Let's go!"

Mu Huaisheng entered the shop and his mood improved when he saw Xiao Qianyan.

Qi Luan was chatting with a few veterans outside, and Mu Huaisheng didn't pay any attention to him.

Xiao Qianyan silently took Mu Huaisheng's hand with her little hand.

Mu Huaisheng gripped it tightly, his heart melting with tenderness.

After a while, Madam Wang came to call us for dinner.

There were still people in the shop, so Uncle Dong went to the back and told the two gentlemen to eat first.

Then Mu Huaisheng took Xiao Qianyan and called Qi Luan to have dinner.

Mu Huaisheng suggested cooking two more meat dishes, and Wang Niangzi actually did just that, making two extra dishes.

So honest, Lady Wang!

After finishing the meal, he said goodbye to everyone and remained silent on the way back to the Duke's mansion.

After dinner, Chan Gong came to call Mu Huaisheng, saying that Third Master had a cough and asked him to go and take a look.

Upon arriving at Qi Luan's courtyard, he led her to a small study. Qi Luan then asked Chan Gong to leave first, but the atmosphere remained somewhat tense.

Qi Luan coughed lightly:

"I'll transcribe a poem and painting for you to hang in your shop. No stamp required. What should the title be?"

Mu Huaisheng was unceremoniously happy:

It's like being wrongly scolded by your mom, getting angry for a long time, and then sulking and eating when she calls you to eat.

The best part is, he's handsome too! My heart is melting!

But this is your boss. Your boss can treat you as a friend, but you must never treat your boss as a friend.

Oh well! I still have to get by in the future.

"Oh~ then, let's talk about scenery then!"

Any scenery, like mountains, rivers, and trees, is fine~

"Okay, I'll finish writing it tomorrow, frame it for you, and give it to you in a few days~"

"Okay, thank you, Third Master~"

"What? Do you want me to pour you some tea too?"

The large characters from today haven't been delivered for inspection yet!

Upon hearing this, Mu Huaisheng immediately put on a long face, just like he always did when he forgot his friend, and quickly went back to get the large character.

In September, Mu Huaisheng exchanged the medicine that the couple had given him for some tonics, and waited for good news.

The "Yuen Nong" is priced at 58,000 and will be available for sale on September 8th.

The first lady who looked at it hesitated for a moment after hearing the price.

The second one was purchased by a lady who glanced at it from the side; the bill was placed by Madam Feng.

If it weren't for Wanxing holding her back, Madam Feng's expression would have been just like Fan Jin's after passing the imperial examination.

For the same price and under the same conditions, you can choose between 'new moon' and 'full moon'.

As soon as the diagram was shown, some ladies who were already prepared immediately lined up to get a number.