In this world, some things must be done in a high-profile manner because of influence, while some things must be done quietly and secretly in the dark, also for the sake of influence.
With Xue Poye's explicit instructions and Ye Tianxiang's control, Song Laohu's matter started in a low-key manner and ended in a low-key manner.
Xue Poye also obtained what he should get from Song Laohu through Ye Tianxiang's hands. Xue Poye believed that Song Laohu didn't know too much. As a chess piece used by the Fang family, the Fang family would not reveal too much.
Song Laohu knew about many internal situations, and it was nothing more than using the money and beauty that everyone needed to bribe Song Laohu to do something.
Sometimes business wars are more terrifying than on the battlefield. Once the rules in the shopping mall are broken, the intrigues will never be lost on the battlefield.
Businessmen are always calculating and smart, and the battles between them are always the most interesting and cruel. Xue Poye even thought that if the Qiao family knew that the Fang family hired Song Laohu to penetrate the Suzhou market, both parties would definitely
A shocking business war will begin.
Sitting in the carriage, Xue Poye leaned against the window, feeling the rich fragrance of osmanthus outside.
Today is a good day, the sky is clear and cloudless. With Ye Tianxiang's promise, we finally have to go to see Mr. Qiao. This is the theme of this trip to Suzhou and the focus of Xue Poye's careful preparation.
Tieniu was still recovering from his injuries in the hospital, but Mingxu followed him, with a hint of tiredness on his dull face. Ye Tianxiang was riding a horse. He was from the army, so he liked riding horses rather than riding in cars, so there were people in the carriage.
There were only two people, Xue Poye and Mingxu.
Fortunately in the misfortune, although the fire in Xiyuanzhu burned the sky, Master Shao's carriage was not burned at all. Master Shao was so happy that he hugged the horse's head and cried.
Mingxu took out a booklet from his pocket, handed it to Xue Poye, and whispered: "Shopkeeper, everything about the Qiao family's Thirteen Treasures is in it."
Xue Poye was stunned. He took the booklet and flipped through it. He couldn't help but sigh. Although he knew that Mingxu was very capable, he didn't expect it to be so terrifying. The entire booklet had already included the names of the thirteen top shopkeepers of the Qiao family.
Name, age, place of origin, family, hobbies, and even the people you like to hang out with on weekdays and what these people do are all written clearly and in detail.
As for which stores these shopkeepers worked in after their debut, they are also listed very clearly.
In just one day, Mingxu dug out all these things, and Xue Poye had to praise in a low voice: "Yes, your contribution this time is great, I appreciate you very much."
Mingxu was very respectful: "The shopkeeper praised me, but if I really want to investigate, uh... it's very easy!"
Xue Poye chuckled and said leisurely: "Then you only need to find out what happened in Qiao's workshop. That may be more difficult, but it will definitely not be difficult for you."
Who instigated Song Laohu to occupy the store has already been found out by Xue Poye himself, so there is no need to investigate further.
Putting away the booklet, Xue Poye leaned in the car and took a deep breath.
Not long after, I heard Ye Tianxiang shouting from outside: "Brother, we're almost there!"
Xue Poye opened the car curtain and saw the familiar high wall, the familiar osmanthus forest, and the familiar gate, but there was no trace of Qiao Bo in front of the door.
Ye Tianxiang got off the horse, Xue Poye got out of the carriage, and several government servants followed behind holding a plaque.
"Tianxiang, will this move work?" Xue Poye looked at the plaque and said with a bitter smile.
Ye Tianxiang chuckled and said, "Brother, don't worry, although the Qiao family is rich and powerful, they have always been friendly to the government."
At this moment, I saw two young servants coming out from behind the open door of Qiao Mansion. They frowned when they saw the formation outside, but they seemed to recognize Ye Tianxiang, and they clasped their fists together and said, "Master Ye, you are here. Are you here?"
If you are far away, I will go and report it."
Ye Tianxiang knew the Qiao family's temperament. Even though he came in person, he said "I'm busy, I'll pay my respects another day" and then beat him. This made him lose face in front of Brother Xue, so he hurriedly said: "Wait a minute, you
Report to Mr. Qiao that Tianxiang is here not for personal worship, but for official business. He must see Mr. Qiao. It is important." In front of Qiao's house, Ye Tianxiang put away his aloofness and looked quite humble. Xue Poye
Looking at it, I sighed in my heart, if I really have the ability to become rich in the future, I will definitely become a respected family like the Qiao family.
A servant looked at the plaque covered with yellow silk behind him, nodded, and said respectfully: "Sir, wait a minute!" He quickly ran back to the courtyard, and Xue Poye and others had to wait outside the courtyard gate.
Xue Poye looked at the remaining servant and asked, "Why don't you see Uncle Qiao?"
The servant was obviously very well-educated. Although he was a servant of the Qiao family, he still said respectfully: "Uncle Qiao is old. The master gave him a large sum of money. He has returned to his hometown."
"Going back to his hometown?" Xue Poye was a little surprised. Wasn't he still here guarding the door the day before yesterday? Why did he leave so suddenly? Is it really because he said a few more words to himself? This Mr. Qiao is too domineering.
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The servant smiled and asked tentatively: "Do you still know Uncle Qiao?"
Xue Poye said with a smile: "I can't say we know each other, but I just said a few words here the day before yesterday, and listened to the old man nagging a few words, haha...!"
The servant looked at Xue Poye with a strange look, as if he had seen a ghost, and took a step back involuntarily, but said nothing.
Xue Poye was extremely confused, and Ye Tianxiang had already rushed to say: "What's wrong? What the hell?"
The servant said in a panic: "You...you met Qiao the day before yesterday?"
Xue Poye frowned. Is there anything strange about this? I just saw it before. He nodded.
"But...!" The servant's face turned pale: "But Uncle Qiao left here two months ago, and I personally sent him back to his hometown."
Xue Poye looked as if a smelly sock had been stuffed into his mouth. His face looked ugly. Even Mingxu beside him was startled. The two of them looked at each other and thought in unison: "Could it be that the person he saw that day was a ghost?"
At this moment, another servant came over quickly and said respectfully: "My grandpa said that since it is official business, I will invite you into the mansion. However, my master likes peace and quiet, so my brothers will drink tea in the mansion."
Ye Tianxiang immediately said: "This plaque is also a matter of official business, and someone has to carry it over."
Xue Poye sighed and said: "Let me do it!" motioning Mingxu to join him, the two of them took the plaque and raised it one to the left and the other to the right.
Ye Tianxiang was a little embarrassed, but when he saw Xue Poye nodding with a smile, he said: "Lead the way!"
Qiao Mansion is quite deserted, which is the biggest feeling for people. The whole courtyard looks quite old-fashioned, and even the trees in the mansion look a bit vicissitudes. The dark blue stone slabs, simple stone pavilions, and thick walls all convey solemnity.
the breath.
Although the Qiao family is rich and well-established, there are not many servants in the Qiao Mansion, or the servants are not mixed. There must be servants wherever servants are needed. What one person can do is absolutely impossible.
Use two people.
The servants in the mansion were very quiet, even when walking, they were careful not to make too much noise, as if they were afraid of disturbing someone.
Simple and refined, simple yet profound, profound yet hidden in its weight, and wise yet plain!
The roads in Qiao Mansion's courtyard were flat and wide, without too many criss-crossings. Even if there were branch roads, they would appear to be very simple. Therefore, the group did not turn east and west, but quickly arrived at Mr. Qiao's courtyard.
Mr. Qiao's yard is very wide, full of flowers and plants, so lush that it covers the surrounding walls, but there are tables and chairs in the middle of the yard, very simple tables and chairs.
The servant walked to the yard and said softly: "Sir, please come in. Your Majesty will be waiting inside!" After saying this, he bowed respectfully and retreated.
Ye Tianxiang was in front, and Xue Poye and Mingxu followed behind, carrying the plaque and entering the courtyard.
The yard was extremely quiet, with only the flowers in the west corner shaking gently, as if a gardener was arranging the flower beds.
Ye Tianxiang looked at the lonely hut, looked at the open door, coughed slightly, and said loudly: "Master, I'm here. Junior Ye Tianxiang came here to run an errand and bothered me. I hope you won't take offense."
According to Ye Tianxiang's aloof and arrogant temperament, he was so afraid and respectful of this grand master, which shows the status of the Qiao family in the hearts of Suzhou people.
There was no sound in the house, but I saw a noise in the flower garden. I stuck my head out and took a look, and then a pale old man slowly walked out from inside.
The old man was dressed like a gardener. He was holding a flower hoe in his left hand and a small wine bottle in his right hand. He was drinking wine. After taking a sip, he raised his head, narrowed his eyes and smiled and said, "Good morning, Mr. Ye!"
Xue Poye looked up at the sound, and his body trembled. Isn't this the same Uncle Qiao he saw at the gate the day before yesterday? Damn it, that servant actually lied, saying that Uncle Qiao has returned to his hometown, isn't he here?
"Uncle Qiao, didn't you say you went home?" Xue Poye said hello and said with a smile: "I thought I had seen a ghost." But after saying this, Xue Poye suddenly felt something was wrong and looked at it.
With his kind face and weird smile, Qiao Bo seemed to understand something, and sweat suddenly broke out on his forehead.
Sure enough, Ye Tianxiang glanced at Xue Poye in surprise, walked forward, bowed respectfully, and said loudly: "Tianxiang pays homage to the great master!"
It turns out that the uncle Qiao who came to visit was Mr. Qiao!dd