"Uncle Wei?" Lin Wanrong was startled, and suddenly her sleepiness dissipated, and she said to the carriage lane: "Miss, I met an acquaintance, and I will come back immediately." The eldest lady hurriedly lifted the curtain, but saw him turn over and dismount, and run quickly towards the wine shop.

Lin Wanrong entered the restaurant and ran straight upstairs, above the third floor, the place was also very wide, he found the location he was aiming at, but he saw that the figure was empty, where was there a trace of Uncle Wei.

This is strange, is it because my eyes are spent? That blind old man has obviously returned to his hometown, how could he appear in Hangzhou. He thought to himself, and went downstairs in a huff.

In a private room upstairs, there were several pairs of eyes that kept paying attention to him. A middle-aged man with a somewhat pale complexion, dressed in a yellow satin robe and a graceful temperament, looked at Lin Wanrong's figure, and said lightly: "Is this the Lin Wanrong you are talking about?" ”

"Master, this is the person." Standing next to him was an old man, his eyes were empty, it was a blind man, and when he heard the middle-aged man ask, the blind old man hurriedly replied respectfully.

The middle-aged man glanced at Lin Wanrong with interest, nodded and said, "This kid is also clever, I will sit with you for a while, but let him bump into him." The recent livelihood of the Xiao family, is it all his idea? ”

"According to the minion's eyeliner, it was indeed Lin Wanrong's doing." The blind old man said.

The middle-aged man smiled: "He has a set and can get some silver." Looking at the way he struts, he doesn't seem to be a person to mess with, it's almost the same as you described, which is interesting. Is the person in the carriage the Xiao family? ”

"Yes, from the perspective of the slave, it should be the eldest lady of the Xiao family." The old man said respectfully.

"Miss Xiao?" A trace of amazement flashed on the middle-aged man's face, and he sighed: "Twenty years have passed in a flash. I didn't expect her daughters to grow so big. ”

He seemed to have a look of nostalgia on his face, and said, "You have been in the Xiao family all these years, how have you seen Miss Guo live?" The middle-aged man's expression changed very quickly, and after saying this, there was no trace of hesitation on his face, and he returned to his ancient look.

"Master, from the perspective of a slave, Miss Guo has had a hard time over the years. The old man and young master of the Xiao family have passed away one after another, and the Xiao family has been relying on her to work hard. It's really not easy, and it wasn't until the eldest lady grew up that she was a little more idle. ”

The middle-aged man nodded and said, "I don't know if she still remembers me?" I was still too cautious and missed the opportunity. ”

The blind old man hurriedly said, "Master." It was your forbearance back then that made great achievements, and the slave was infinitely admired in his heart. ”

"Forbearance? I put up with it too much. A hint of fierceness flashed on his face, and he said, "You have been in the Xiao family all these years, does Miss Guo know your identity?" ”

"She didn't know, I only said that I was the descendant of Mrs. Xiao's old friend, and Miss Guo has always trusted me. When I left the Xiao family, I recommended this Lin Wanrong to the Xiao family again. The old man said.

The old man's face returned to indifference. said: "Listening to the things you mentioned, this Lin Wanrong has some means, let him protect the Xiao family first, and other things need to be slowly investigated." ”

It was not easy to get this praise from the middle-aged man, and the blind old man hurriedly responded, his empty eyes flashing with a clear ghostly light.

Lin Wanrong returned to the eldest lady's carriage, Xiao Yuruo glanced at him and said, "What are you doing here, so reckless?" ”

Lin Wanrong didn't look for Old Man Wei, she was not in a good mood, nodded and said, "I saw an old friend." Oh, it's Uncle Wei, eldest lady, you should know, right? ”

"Weber?" The eldest lady frowned and said, "Of course I know him, he is a disciple of my grandfather's former best friend, he has been in our Xiao family for many years, and he only left a few months ago. Do you know him? ”

It turned out to be an old friend of the old lady, no wonder this old Wei didn't have to do anything, he could retire in the Xiao family. Lin Wanrong told her about her relationship with Lao Wei, and the eldest lady nodded and said: "It turns out that you were recommended by Wei Bo, so it's no wonder, Wei Bo's vision has always been very accurate, and his mother has always respected him." ”

Lin Wanrong laughed and said, "The eldest lady's vision is not bad." ”

"You're thick-skinned." The eldest lady said softly.

The Xiao family's branch shop in Hangzhou is very large, and it is facing the West Lake, which is also a golden treasure in Hangzhou. The shopkeeper was a capable woman in her forties and fifties.

"Miss, you're here." The shopkeeper took the eldest lady's hand and smiled.

"Mama Zhang, I haven't seen you for many days, how are you doing?" The eldest lady seems to be very kind to this shopkeeper.

Mama Zhang smiled and said, "Okay, very good, thanks to Mrs. and Miss." ”

"This is my nurse when I was a child." The eldest lady introduced Lin Wanrong.

It turned out to be a wet nurse, no wonder she was so kind, Lin Wanrong saluted to Mama Zhang and said: "Mama Zhang, hello, look at your kind eyebrows and kind eyes, you know that you are a kind-hearted person, my name is Lin San, and Mama will take care of me more in the future." ”

Mama Zhang smiled and said: "You are Lin San, I heard many people in the house mention it, yes, really good-looking." Since you have come to Hangzhou, you and the eldest lady can rest assured that you will live here, and I will take care of everything. ”

"Mama-" The eldest lady called out with a flushed face, probably hearing some ambiguity in her words.

The eldest lady is too sensitive, I haven't thought of that aspect yet, Lin Wanrong smiled, and the eldest lady's face turned red again, and she glared at him.

The time-honored brand of the Xiao family really lives up to its name, this Hangzhou branch is not only in an excellent location, just on the edge of the West Lake, but also covers a large area, and there are several large and small courtyards.

The eldest lady seemed to see through Lin Wanrong's thoughts, and said proudly: "This mansion is also the ancestral property of my Xiao family. ”

This Xiao family is really a big landlord, not to mention having a few mansions in Jinling, and also owning mansions in the prime area of Hangzhou City, which is really impressive.

Mama Zhang led the group into the house, and the eldest lady arranged a room for everyone, and then asked Mama Zhang: "Mama, when is the invitation card of the Hangzhou Chamber of Commerce written?" ”

Mama Zhang said: "It is arranged on the day after tomorrow, on the sunny and rainy building above the Su Causeway. President Yu of the Hangzhou Chamber of Commerce has already sent the invitation. ”

That means there's at least two days left before that. Xiao Yuruo nodded and said, "In that case, let's stay in Hangzhou for two days first." It's a good time to promote the soap and perfume first. ”

Mama Zhang was pleasantly surprised: "Miss, can the perfume be supplied now?" Many people's wives, wives, and ladies came to inquire. I've pushed and pushed. ”

The eldest lady smiled: "Since you have been waiting for so long, you might as well wait, this Hangzhou is only limited to a hundred bottles, you let these young ladies register first, and then notify them when the goods arrive." ”

Mama Zhang replied. The eldest lady was very happy to see that this perfume was so popular, glanced at Lin Wanrong, and said to Mama Zhang: "How effective is the soap I sent you a few days ago?" It turned out that the day after Lin Wanrong finished the experiment, the eldest lady sent a fast horse and took the soap to Hangzhou to test the reactions of all parties first.

Mama Zhang said: "What's wrong with the things sent by the eldest lady, in addition to the perfume, the soap is the most popular, but unfortunately the amount is too small, and it is only for a few familiar ladies to try." The response has been great. The price is also very modest. ”

The eldest lady smiled and said, "This soap can be supplied within half a month, you don't have to worry." ”

After a few words with Mama Zhang, the eldest lady was very excited, and even her fatigue had decreased a lot, and when she saw that everyone was sleepy, she said: "Everyone is tired after a day's journey today." Tomorrow for a day's rest, the ten views of the West Lake, the world famous. Let's go to West Lake. ”

When she said this, she glanced at Lin Wanrong intentionally or unintentionally.

In his previous life, this Hangzhou Lin Wanrong had also been here several times, although he was not very familiar with the West Lake, but he was not unfamiliar, he laughed and said: "In this case, then I will not follow the eldest lady tomorrow, so as not to make a mistake." ”

This perfume and soap is popular in Hangzhou, and the eldest lady is in a good mood, so she also smiled and said: "Then dare to be kind, you will all follow me tomorrow." I've been here in Hangzhou several times, but I don't have time to visit the West Lake, and I happen to be free tomorrow. ”

The eldest lady is so interested, and it is a publicly-funded tour, so a fool will not go. Lin Wanrong returned to her room, just yawned, and was about to go to sleep, but she heard a knock on the door outside, and the voice of the maid Xiaocui came: "Third brother, eldest lady, please go over and talk." ”

What's going on, it's so late and I don't let people take a break, this girl is really working hard.

The eldest lady's room was across the courtyard from Lin Wanrong's room, and when she entered her door, she saw that she had just freshened up, smiling smartly, with bright eyes, and looking at him with a smile.

Smelling the faint fragrance from the eldest lady, Lin Wanrong felt a little itchy in her heart, this little girl was gentle, and she really had a unique charm.

Xiao Yuruo glanced at him and said, "Lin San, sit down and talk." ”

Maybe it was because of the night, the eldest lady spoke softly, and she was rarely gentle: "After a day's journey today, you are also tired." After we finish talking, you can go back and rest early. ”

Lin Wanrong said with a smile: "Miss, you can survive a woman, what else do I have to be tired." ”

Xiao Yuruo smiled bitterly: "I'm used to walking like this. I came to you today to tell you about the annual meeting of the Hangzhou Chamber of Commerce. In two days, I will take you to this annual meeting, the opportunity is rare, you have to observe and study hard. ”

Lin Wanrong said strangely: "Miss, what is this Hangzhou Chamber of Commerce for?" ”

The eldest lady nodded and said: "The Hangzhou Chamber of Commerce, to put it simply, is an alliance of large merchants in Hangzhou, they are leaders in all walks of life, and they control the operation of Zhejiang Province, and their influence is very huge. ”

As soon as the eldest lady said this, Lin Wanrong understood and asked, "Does Jinling also have a chamber of commerce?" ”

"Absolutely." The eldest lady nodded and said, "The strength of the Jinling Chamber of Commerce is not inferior to that of the Hangzhou Chamber of Commerce. A few years ago, our Xiao family was the leader of the Jinling Chamber of Commerce, and later our family fell into the middle of the road, and the president also gave it to others. Jiangnan is fruitful, the world is sufficient, Jiangsu and Zhejiang provinces, grasp the lifeblood of the world's economy, Jinling Chamber of Commerce is said to be the most powerful chamber of commerce in the country, the two are very close, and the annual meeting will invite each other every year. Last year's annual meeting was held in Jinling, and this year's annual meeting was Hangzhou's turn. ”

This kind of mutual communication between business organizations is very normal, and Lin Wanrong can also understand, "Then what will be done at this annual meeting?" ”

The eldest lady said: "It is nothing more than to discuss the business situation of Jiangsu and Zhejiang provinces in the past year, as well as the emerging industries and businesses. The chambers of commerce in both places have great strength, so merchants in Jiangsu and Zhejiang are proud to participate in the annual meeting. ”

Lin Wanrong thought for a while and said, "Miss, you came to me late at night, is there anything difficult this year?" ”

The eldest lady glanced at him appreciatively and said, "Lin San, if I had participated in this annual meeting in previous years, I wouldn't have anything to worry about. But this year is different, our recent business direction has changed a lot, and these must have fallen in the eyes of those who care. The profits from the perfume and soap are huge, and I am afraid that there will be some waves at this annual meeting. ”

Lin Wanrong understood what the eldest lady meant, people are afraid of being famous, pigs are afraid of being strong, although the Xiao family has been doing the cloth business in the past few years, it is getting worse and worse and unsustainable, but suddenly they have found two businesses with huge profits, which will definitely cause the jealousy of others. This annual meeting is the top event of rich businessmen in Jiangsu and Zhejiang, and it will not work if you don't come, and you will be criticized when you come, which is a trouble.

Lin Wanrong thought for a while and said, "Miss, since our Xiao family belongs to the Jinling Guild, then the president of the Jinling Chamber of Commerce should also defend you." ”

The eldest lady smiled bitterly: "If it was in previous years, there would still be some possibilities, but this year I am afraid it will not be." ”

Lin Wanrong said: "Why? ”

Xiao Yuruo glanced at him and said, "You have offended everyone." How else do you want others to defend me? ”

Lin Wanrong said in surprise: "Then the president of the Jinling Chamber of Commerce is Tao Dongcheng?" ”

The eldest lady gave him a blank look: "Finally, you are not stupid yet." After our Xiao family fell, Tao Dongcheng replaced him and became the leader of the Jinling Chamber of Commerce. ”

Lin Wanrong suddenly remembered something and said, "That Tao Wanying is Tao Dongcheng's sister, right?" ”

The eldest lady nodded, Lin Wanrong smiled, as expected, looking at the wildness of the chick, she knew that she was not an honest master. Lin Wanrong continued: "Miss, I still have something to ask you about, this Suzhou-Hangzhou Chamber of Commerce has such an important position in the country, so will anyone in the capital come to participate in this annual meeting?" ”

The eldest lady glanced at him in surprise and said, "You really have some vision, the Suzhou-Hangzhou Chamber of Commerce has a special status, and every year at the annual meeting, the emperor will send a representative to come, but I don't know who to send this year." ”

As expected, the emperor will never sit idly by in this granary in the south of the Yangtze River, and important figures will inevitably be present at the annual meeting of the Suzhou and Hangzhou Chamber of Commerce.

Lin Wanrong thought hard, and the eldest lady sighed lightly and said, "I am telling you this, and I also hope that you will prepare early and not be at a loss when the time comes." ”

Lin Wanrong smiled when she saw the eldest lady's frowning and worried: "Miss, there is a solution to everything, don't think too much about it now." Have you forgotten what I said to you today? Learn to relax, learn to vent. ”

The eldest lady smiled slightly and said, "I just listened to your words before I went back to visit the West Lake. ”

Lin Wanrong smiled and did not speak. He was still thinking about the Chamber of Commerce. People's appetite is endless, if it is really like what the eldest lady said, now everyone is staring at the Xiao family, then the situation is a little bad for the Xiao family.