This place is similar to the ancient Tang Dynasty, but there are monsters and magic, and it is a world of cultivation.
"I'm troubling the two shopkeepers today." Lin Xiao said.
"The young master is talented and smart, and he never forgets things in his books. We need to ask the young master for more advice in the future," shopkeeper Guo said.
"Shopkeeper, you are joking. A few days ago, my second uncle ordered me to take over the family business. I am new to business and don't understand anything. You two will be in trouble in the future," Lin Xiao said.
"Excuse me in advance."
"Oh, Master, I can't help you. How can I thank my servant?"
"We can't afford it."
"The two shopkeepers are too modest. The Xiahou family's current business is entirely due to your dedicated management." Lin Xiao said.
"Besides, this junior's experience is far from enough. I will ask you two for more guidance in the future."
"Easy to say, easy to say."
"Speaking of which, the second master has been doing well recently."
"Thank you for your concern. My second uncle caught some colds a few days ago, but it's not serious. He's much better after taking medicine."
"Hey, my second grandpa has always been in poor health. Lin Jia has relied on him to manage such a large business. It has been really hard for him for so many years.
But now that I have your help, young master, my second grandpa can take a breather."
"I don't dare. This junior should study hard and take care of his second uncle's worries as soon as possible. Then, two shopkeepers, I will leave first today." Lin Xiao said. Lin Xiao said.
"Master, walk slowly."
"The young master is personable and gentle. He is truly a talented person with a bright future."
"But I heard that this young master has no intention of learning and spends all his time studying all kinds of romance and fairy magic."
"Besides, the Xiahou family is a martial arts family after all. The eldest master has always hoped that the young master will inherit Ziye and learn martial arts. Unfortunately, the young master seems not interested in those martial arts affairs." Shopkeeper Guo said.
"The young master's gentle manner shows that he is not the material for martial arts training, but he is extremely talented in business. In just a few days, he has learned almost everything in this account book."
"Yeah, that's right."
"Hey, it's finally over." Lin Xiao sighed and looked around after walking out of the store.
This ancient city is quaint and prosperous, with many merchants and travelers coming and going.
"Although I share my worries with my second uncle, doing business is not my favorite. It's really uninteresting."
"Hey, it's better to go out for a walk, it's better than being forced to practice martial arts by your father."
‘Master, have you finished checking the accounts?’ said his subordinate Xiao Yi.
"Well, you guys are bored waiting." Lin Xiao said.
"No, today is a temple fair and the streets are busy." Xiao Yi said.
"Young Master, there is someone performing in front and a lot of people are surrounding him. Do you want to go and have a look?" Xiao Xiao said.
"Really? Then let's go and take a look." Lin Xiao said.
"Brothers and ladies, this little girl's sword dance was handed down from our ancestors. You can't see it anywhere else. I got the care of the elders in your place, so I showed off my shame."
said the busking girl.
"Young and old men come here to see the money-making ones."
"There are new gadgets over there and you can make money? Let's go for a walk. I happen to be a little tired of watching the sword dance these days."
The crowd of onlookers left in droves.
"Gentlemen, thank you for your support." The performer was a man.
"Break a big stone on my chest, I'll pay you 10 cents a time. I'll put this slate house on my chest later. If anyone can move my sword and smash this stone on my chest, even if it makes a crack, I will
Just pay 5 taels of silver."
"Five taels of silver? Can you take it out? You have so much money, why are you still shouting here?" said a passerby.
"This little brother is right."
As the man spoke, he took out the silver from his body and showed it to passers-by: "Although this silver belongs to me now, if any good man has the ability, feel free to take it.
"But, haha, I think no one has the ability to take these five taels of silver from me.
The son’s capital.”
"Artists, don't talk nonsense, I'll give it a try."
A big man raised his eyebrows and walked in.
"Okay, brother, try first to see if you can shake my sword." The man said.
"Uncle, come on."
"Use more strength."
"Young Master, it looks quite lively."
"It's interesting. Let's go and have a look." Lin Xiao said.
"Can I do it, guest sir?"
"Huhu, I don't believe it anymore, come again."
As he spoke, the big man dropped another 10 cents of money.
"It seems you can't do it, I'll do it." The swordsman said.
"Don't be anxious, don't be anxious, come one by one."
‘Hey, who are you with a broken chest? Tell me your name quickly.’ The girl said.
"Me? I'm just a wanderer, and my name is nothing unusual. Xie Canxing, you've probably never heard of me."
"Little girl, do you want to try it? This thing is a bit heavy for you."
"I said, surnamed Xie, are you new here?" the girl said.
"This is my place these days. I have set up a stall there, and you actually tell everyone to leave?"
"There are rules when it comes to running around. This chassis is mine. Why do you want to grab business? If you want to cause trouble, don't blame me for being rude." The girl said.
"Oh, girl, I'm not blocking your way to make money. Everyone likes to see my tricks. I can't just send them away. I'm just going to do it for a while and earn some money for food and drinks, so I won't delay you." Xie Canxing
explain.
"you!"
"Sir, are you okay?"
"I can not make it."
'Then the next one.'
"You bastard." The girl was so angry that she picked up a stone and threw it at Xie Cangxing. As a result, Xie Cangxing dodged and the stone hit Lin Xiao off guard.
"Huh?" Lin Xiao said.
"Oh my God." Xie Cangxing said.
"Young Master, are you okay?"
"This has nothing to do with me, it's this little girl." Xie Cangxing said.
"Young Master, what is the broken thing on the ground?"
"It's the mutton-fat white jade pendant that my mother gave me." Lin Xiao: "It's all broken. It's just been given to me a few days ago. If this is known, I will definitely be scolded."
Too bad, I won't cause any trouble.
"Young Master, I will arrest this bad guy immediately and hand him over to the government office to lock him up for ten days and a half."
"This is a member of the Lin family."
"Wait, she broke this thing, don't rely on me." Xie Cangxing said.
"Well, this young man, I'm sorry."
"Girl, you can see clearly that you are losing it." Lin Xiao said.
"Is this jade valuable? You tell me a price and we will compensate you."
"What does this have to do with me?" Xie Cangxing said.
"Of course it has something to do with it, it's not because of you."
"If you don't throw anything here, what kind of thing will happen?"
"You two don't have to argue anymore, let this matter go." Lin Xiao said.
"It's just that, girl, please be more careful in the future. It's a small matter if the jade is broken, but it's troublesome if you hurt someone."
"Hmm. No need to pay any more?"
"Um."
"Oh, it scared me to death. That jade looks very expensive."
Xiao Yi: "What do you mean it looks expensive? It's already very expensive. Can you afford to pay for it? You can't even afford to sell yourselves like this."
"Forget it, let's go." Lin Xiao said.
"Wait a minute, what do you mean by making it clear? What does it mean for us to look down on others like this, right?"
"Please forgive me if my attendant has offended me, but what he said is true. This jade is a jade commodity and is worth a lot of money. I'm afraid it will be difficult for you, my dear, to compensate you," Lin Xiao said.
"You name a price, and I'll lose money even if I sell it."
"I said you don't have to pay, girl, please don't pester me." Lin Xiao led the others away.
"It's amazing how much money you have, don't look down on people
, Bastard." The girl looked at his back and cursed secretly.
"If you ask me, people say they won't pursue this matter."
"But I just can't swallow this breath. Isn't it just a broken jade pendant? I paid him back so that he never dares to look down on me again."
the girl said.
"Hahaha, the little girl is just thin-skinned. My elders don't care about this anymore. Let's take the first step."
"Wait, you want to leave?" the girl said.
"Why do you have to pay because you have nothing to do with me?"
"Stop talking nonsense, you think I will let you go and come with me," the girl said.
"Hey, don't push me, you're a little girl."
"Young Master, what's wrong?" Xiao Yi said.
"What you said today was too much, otherwise others would just think that we are bullying others."
"Yes, young master, I was wrong."
"As long as you know your mistakes and can correct them," Lin Xiao said.
"The master of the door has ordered that when the young master comes back, hurry to the main hall."
It's really troublesome, after all, it's the matter of those martial arts sects.
"The Huangpu family in Kaifeng, the Shangguan family in Xicheng, and several major martial arts families gathered together. Brother Ouyang held the sword tasting competition for the first time since he became the leader of the alliance. It was indeed grander than in previous years." Lin Zhang said.
"Yes, the master has returned to his home. This time the head of the Lin family is here, and he will be in great glory."
"Haha, Brother Ouyang is so polite. I will not be absent from such a grand martial arts event."
"Dad, second uncle." Lin Xiao said.
"Well, how did the account check go when I got back?" said the second uncle.
"It has been completed and there are no abnormalities. I will tell you the details later."
"Put these things aside for a while and go get ready. We will go to Zhejian Villa in a few days."
"I want to participate in the sword tasting competition."
'Didn't I go in previous years?'
"It's different this time. Ouyang Shibo has ascended to the position of leader of the alliance, and colleagues from all walks of life have gone to congratulate him. As the next leader of the sect, how can you not go?"
Lin Zhang said.
"You will inevitably interact with other sects in the future, so you might as well take this opportunity to see the world."
"Yes." Lin Xiao said.
"You all will stay in my Lin Mansion for two days first, and my second brother and I will go out together after we explain the matter a little bit." Lin Zhang said to the visitors.
"Everything is subject to the instructions of Master Lin." Jiang Cheng said.
"Master, there is a man and a woman outside the door asking to see the young master, saying that there is something important."
"Looking for me?" Lin Xiao said.
"whats the matter?"
"These two people said they wanted to compensate the jade pendant and came to apologize."
"Lin Xiao, what's going on?"
"Actually, it's just a small matter. Let me deal with it."
The door of Lin's house.
"I'm talking about you, girl." Xie Cangxing said.
"What's wrong? You didn't say anything. Are you scared out of your wits? If your family is so rich, why would you care about Xiao Qian? Let me tell you, let's not get into trouble."
"Don't leave," the girl said.
"Master, please come in."
"When you see the sect master, please pay attention to your words and deeds."
"Oh." the girl said.
Came to the main hall.
Why did she suddenly feel dizzy? The girl asked.
"Dad?" Lin Xiao said.
"I have heard Lin Xiao explain the details. Since my son no longer cares about this matter, let's forget it."
"Sir, don't blame me for being rude. That's not what you're saying. Although I'm just a performer, I still want face and skin. When someone says something unpleasant about me, I can't pretend not to have heard it."
"Of course, the eldest young master has a big business and doesn't care about the money, but I can't let my servants laugh at me like this just because I ruined your money."
"So this girl must compensate me for this money."
"Girl, this is not my order." Lin Xiao said.
"This is the money I have, two taels in total. If it is not enough, I will work to repay it. I am good at martial arts and can be a nurse for the female relatives in the inner courtyard."
"This guy also worked together to pay it forward."
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Xie Cangxing was speechless.
"This girl is too persistent."
"Haha." The second uncle said: "This girl is very strong. The ancients said that the elder brother has the beauty of an adult. We might as well let this girl do things in the house. And this knight seems to have extraordinary skills. If
Being able to work in the mansion is also an added advantage for our Lin family."
"Haha, that's true. When it comes to martial arts, I'm quite confident." Xie Cangxing said.
"Brother, what do you think?"
Both of them are good at martial arts, haha, God help me.
"In that case, you guys will come with us to Zhejian Villa in a few days."
"I have a suggestion. Why don't you let these two go to Zhejian Villa with me first?" Lin Xiao said.
"What, nonsense!" Lin Zhang said.
"Brother, don't worry, let's listen to what Lin Xiao has to say first."
"Dad, my second uncle also said just now that in the future I will take over the family business, and sooner or later I will have to get to know people from various sects and aristocratic families."
Lin Xiao said: "So it's better to let the children go over and say hello first, and you can also take advantage of this opportunity to get to know more people in the martial arts world. You and your second uncle don't have to rush on your way. Your uncle is not in good health, and there are many troublemakers during the journey."
."
"Haha, you kid really put a lot of effort into this."
"Do you really think so?"
"certainly."
"Humph, at least you haven't forgotten what you should do."
"Since you two have time on your hands, you might as well escort me to Zhejian Villa. Once this matter is resolved, you can compensate me for the jade pendant."
"I will pay you for escorting me all the way, okay, I agree!" the girl said.
"By the way, food and accommodation will be provided for me along the way, so I won't suffer any loss."
"I think it's better to ask the young general to accompany them."
"Jiang Shaoxia is Brother Ouyang's favorite disciple. With him guarding the passage, brother, you can rest assured," said the second uncle.
"Yes, Dad, you can rest assured if Brother Jiang is here." Lin Xiao said.
"My master sent me down the mountain to escort you all. If the sect leader arranges this, Jiang Cheng will definitely protect the sect master Lin Shao."
The second uncle whispered to the sect leader: "Brother, Lin Xiao definitely doesn't like Jianghu. Let's take this opportunity to practice and have a try. If we are afraid of something going wrong, we will secretly send someone to follow him."
"Then you should be more careful. Please rest early and go on the road with the young master tomorrow."