The Humble Family s Daughter Has A Spatial Pocket! - Chapter 596 - Chapter 596: Chapter 547, Be Prepared for No Trouble_1
Chapter 596: Chapter 547, Be Prepared for No Trouble_1
After returning from the Li Family, Daohua began to prepare for spring farming, as she no longer needed to deal with Yang Xiujun and had much more free time.
After arranging the crops to be planted on each estate, Daohua called for Qin Xiaoliu and Zhao Yongwang to come over.
The first to arrive was Qin Xiaoliu.
In the courtyard, bags of seeds were neatly placed on the table, including grains, vegetables, flowers, and medicinal herbs. Daohua stood beside them, checking the varieties until she finished, then turned to look at Qin Xiaoliu.
“Brother Xiaoliu, I want you to manage the hilltop in Beijing. Would you like to do that?”
Qin Xiaoliu’s heart leaped with joy, and he quickly said, “I’m willing.”
Daohua smiled, handed him the mapped-out plan of the hilltop, and said, “I’ve already thought of a name for the hilltop. It will be called Four Seasons Manor.” She pointed to the seeds on the table, “Take these seeds and cultivate according to the plan on the map.”
Qin Xiaoliu’s expression became serious: “Miss, rest assured, I will take good care of the manor.”
Daohua nodded and continued, “Additionally, I want to open two shops in Beijing, one called Four Seasons Fruits and Vegetables, and the other called Four Seasons Seeds. The produce sold in the fruit and vegetable shop will come from the manor.”
Qin Xiaoliu couldn’t help saying, “Miss, the manor isn’t very large; I’m afraid there won’t be enough supply to meet demand.”
Daohua said, “No matter, my intent isn’t to sell fruits and vegetables but seeds. We’ll implement a quota system for the produce. As for the seeds we’ll sell, I’ll send someone regularly to replenish them based on sales.”
As she spoke, she handed him a slip of paper with the addresses of the shops.
“Brother Xiaoliu, you’ve been by my side for several years now, and over these years, you’ve managed the estates and shops well. I trust your ability. The manor and shops in Beijing, I leave them in your hands.”
Qin Xiaoliu’s expression became serious again: “Miss, please be at ease; I will not let you down.”
Daohua smiled, “I believe in you. Oh, and I will have Zhao Yongwang assist you. He’s quite competent at managing and accounting for finances. He will take care of the bookkeeping for both shops. Train him well.”
Qin Xiaoliu hurriedly agreed.
Seeing that there was nothing else to explain, Daohua turned to Wang Manman, “Help Brother Xiaoliu move the seeds.”
After Wang Manman and Qin Xiaoliu left, Daohua asked Bi Shi to call Zhao Yongwang over.
While waiting, Daohua reviewed the account books recorded by Zhao Yongwang, and had to admit that Zhao Yongwang was truly cut out for accounting. He hadn’t been around long but had already improved several shortcomings in the account books.
Soon, Zhao Yongwang arrived.
Perhaps because his life was now secure, Zhao Yongwang looked sturdier than before, his complexion had reddened, and his eyes were brighter than they used to be.
Zhao Yongwang bowed in greeting: “Miss.”
Daohua got straight to the point, “I’m opening two shops in Beijing and want you to manage the accounts. Would you be willing?”
Zhao Yongwang was stunned for a moment. He hadn’t expected to be given such responsibility so soon; after all, Brother Cao and Brother Bald were still dutifully staying on at the estate.
“I’m willing.”
Daohua raised the account book in her hand, “I’ve looked over your accounts; well done. I hope you continue to excel and further perfect the record-keeping.”
Zhao Yongwang was somewhat excited, “I will.”
Daohua mused for a moment, “After you go to Beijing, apart from taking charge of the bookkeeping for both shops, I have another task for you.”
Zhao Yongwang promptly said, “Please tell me, Miss.”
Daohua said, “I enjoy hearing stories. Once you’re in Beijing, keep an eye out for interesting news and note it down. Send it back to me along with the account books each month, so I can read it for amusement.”
Zhao Yongwang’s heart stirred, and he glanced at Daohua, who was smiling, as his mind began to race.
The Miss is certainly not just interested in household gossip…
Watching Zhao Yongwang’s thoughtful look, the smile on Daohua’s face deepened.
Back in Sishan Village, she had discovered that Zhao Yongwang, originally a low-ranking person, was very knowledgeable about many affairs, even some secrets that only high-ranking individuals would know.
He was an expert at gathering information.
After Zhao Yongwang left, Guyu, who had been serving by her side the whole time, couldn’t help but ask, “Miss, after Master’s term ends this time, will our family move to Beijing?”
Otherwise, why would the Miss ask someone to pay attention to the people and events in Beijing? Wasn’t that like getting familiar with Beijing in advance?
Daohua’s expression paused for a moment before she shook her head, “I do not know.”
Guyu looked puzzled.
Daohua was silent for a while, “All I know is that it’s better to be safe than sorry, and it’s always good to learn more about the people and events in Beijing.”
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After receiving instructions from Daohua, Xiaoliu handed over his work and then set off for Beijing with Zhao Yongwang and a few specially selected veteran farmers.
Beijing.
As soon as January passed and February began, flowers around the suburbs of Beijing started to bloom one after another, among which Tangyu Mountain attracted most of the royal relatives and noble families.
Every year, royal relatives and nobles would organize flower viewing trips here, and anyone who received an invitation would gladly attend. After all, they could enjoy the beautiful scenery and also take a dip in the hot springs.
On the second day of February, the Prince Residence held a flower viewing event.
At dusk, when the event ended, the Prince and a few guests stepped out of the manor. As they passed by a neighboring hill that was undergoing reconstruction, the Prince suddenly stopped to observe.
“What’s the matter?”
Seeing the Prince’s surprised expression, the Minister of Rites couldn’t help but ask.
The Prince said nothing and walked straight over to a man who looked like the butler and asked, “Who ordered the reconstruction here?”
The person being questioned was Xiaoliu, who was there to supervise the work.
Xiaoliu knew that the people around the manor were either rich or noble and did not dare to neglect him, so he quickly bent over with a smile and said, “In response to your honor, I am carrying out the reconstruction under the command of my master.”
The Prince narrowed his eyes and scrutinized Xiaoliu, “And who would your master be?”
Xiaoliu had received instructions from Daohua not to disclose her identity, so he just smiled apologetically and shook his head without answering.
This response, when seen by the Prince, suddenly took on a different meaning.
He knew to whom the hill belonged, but… why would someone undertake a reconstruction out of the blue?
The Prince looked up at the plaque, “Four Seasons Manor!” He had no idea what his imperial brother was scheming.
The Minister of Rites and others around the Prince, seeing his reaction, couldn’t help but take a few more glances at this Four Seasons Manor.
Which royal relative could it belong to?
The Prince didn’t linger, taking his leave with the others.
The Prince kept this event in mind, but didn’t pay it much further attention, until a few days later when he dined at the most bustling Chang’an Street in Beijing and inadvertently noticed two shops.
“Four Seasons Fruits & Vegetables!”
“Four Seasons Seed Store!”
Seeing the names of the stores, the Prince couldn’t help but recall the Four Seasons Manor he had seen a few days ago—the names were too similar not to make him think of it.
His personal eunuch Shunzi found it odd that his master was staring at two vacant shops and couldn’t help but remind him, “Master, it’s almost time for lunch.”
The Prince snapped out of his thoughts, retracted his gaze, and signaled that the carriage could move on.
A little while later, the Prince pondered for a bit, then called Shunzi over and instructed him, “Keep an eye on these two shops. Oh, and also the Four Seasons Manor next to the Tangyu Mountain residence.”
Though Shunzi was somewhat puzzled, he immediately agreed to the command.
A few days later, the Four Seasons Seed Store stocked its shelves, and bags of plump seeds were neatly arranged on the counters. Being new in town and selling ordinary goods, the shop attracted few customers.
Xiaoliu wasn’t worried, confident that once the fruits and vegetables from the manor were out and they could show real samples, the shop would undoubtedly do well.
You should know that his lady’s fruit and vegetable shops in Xingzhou City and Ningmen Prefecture were always in high demand.
“Which family’s prodigal son is this, selling cheap seeds at the busiest spot? What was he thinking?”
“The Four Seasons Seed Store is at least decent, since it has stocked goods. As for the Four Seasons Fruits & Vegetables, I’ve been observing for several days, and it’s always empty.”
“There sure are a lot of spendthrifts these days.”
Because they were quite different from the other shops around, the two stores attracted quite a bit of attention, but people looked on with an attitude of curiosity and amusement.
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