What does it mean to be blessed with good fortune, and Jia Cong is right now.
Someone took advantage of the situation and tried to forcefully buy the Huiyou Bookstore, but the result was that he ran into the crosshairs of the Crown Prince of Chu, and he came back disgraced.
The new novel "The Richest Man in the World" planned to be published is likely to cause an uproar and even attract a "dimensionality reduction attack" from the court bosses.
As a result, the Prince of Chu, whom he had just met, patted his chest and planned to withstand all the pressure and trouble for him. The only requirement was that it must be published as soon as possible.
If there is anything else to say, let’s detonate a public opinion bomb in Beijing!
When he returned to Rongguo Mansion that day, he was notified immediately that Jia Cong didn't even have time to enjoy dinner. The next time he came back, he went to Rongqing Hall to meet the old lady.
"I heard that you, monkey, know the Prince of Chu. How did you meet him?"
"Old lady, my grandson only got to know him when he caught the Prince of Chu's frightened horse on the pier!"
"I heard that the Crown Prince of Chu sent a generous gift. Have you contacted me since then?"
"Old lady, the Prince of Chu has been at Huiyou Bookstore in the past two days. I didn't expect that he is also a fan of the story of the Three Kingdoms!"
"Oh, in that case, the relationship between Prince Chu and you, a monkey, is acceptable?"
"exactly!"
The questions and answers are like interrogating a prisoner. How can there be half the warmth of a dialogue between grandparents and grandchildren?
The old lady obviously didn't care, and Jia Cong certainly didn't take it to heart. Although the two of them were called grandparents, they were just strangers and acquaintances. They just lived in Rongguo Mansion at the same time, that's all.
"If the opportunity is right, I will take your second brother Bao to the bookstore to meet the Prince of Chu. I believe they can chat!"
The old lady also knew that the management of Huiyou Bookstore was in the hands of Jia Cong, so she gave the order directly without any politeness.
"My grandson knows!"
Haha, when "The Richest Man in the World" arouses public opinion and the prince of Chu goes to war with some salt industry-related parties, I hope the old lady can continue to maintain this idea.
After the 'interrogation' was over, the old lady had no intention of staying with Jia Cong to enjoy dinner together. Jia Cong said goodbye and left with a wink, and returned to the main hall of the main room under the dark sky.
Damn it, when the old lady was 'interrogating' just now, the eldest wife, Mrs. Xing, the second wife, Mrs. Wang, the second sister-in-law, Wang Xifeng, Sanchun and Lin Daiyu were all standing by. They really didn't give any face to him, a concubine of a big family.
After being ignored like this, is it possible to still expect him to be 'loyal, honest and obedient' to the Rongguo Mansion or the old lady?
The next day, the Prince of Chu did not come to Huiyou Bookstore to make trouble, and Jia Cong did not feel disappointed. He left school early to pay a visit to the elder.
I present you with the manuscript of "The Richest Man in the World". I just want to say that I have recently written a new book, and the content in it may cause some controversy. I would like to ask for your help.
Although the Prince of Chu made a pledge, if "The Richest Man in the World" caused waves and he shouldered the responsibility, it would be impossible for Jia Cong to do nothing.
At the very least, the mansion must prepare well in advance and communicate with the big bosses, lest the storm blows and the mansion is in chaos. For fear of setting off a fire, they could sell Jia Cong directly, which would be a big joke.
Don’t think that Rongguo Mansion can’t do such a thing!
The old lady didn't have much affection for him, a concubine. Once his new book interfered with the Rongguo Mansion, it would only be a matter of a blink of an eye for him to be sacrificed and given up.
If he communicated directly with the old lady, he probably wouldn't even have a chance. The old lady spent all her time on Jia Baoyu, and he, a bastard, wouldn't even have a place to stand.
Fortunately, there is still an elder who can say that the hard work of the past few years has finally paid off, and the elder is quite fond of this bastard.
It's not easy...
"Boy, this book is really crazy!"
He hastily flipped through the manuscript of "The Richest Man in the World". Just like when the Prince of Chu first flipped through it, the elder was also shocked. He glanced at Jia Cong with a strange look: "You kid, can you please stop worrying? If this book is published,
If you go out, there will definitely be trouble!"
"Sir, didn't I get angry because of my cowardice in Yangzhou? I was threatened by those salt merchants, so I wanted to take revenge!"
Jia Cong was not afraid and said with a smile: "I don't know how arrogant those salt merchants are, and they want to make the house look good!"
boom!
The elder slapped the table, his eyes were full of coldness, and he said in a deep voice: "Seriously!"
"Of course it's true!"
Jia Cong didn't hide anything, and recounted the incident of going to Yangzhou No. 1 Restaurant alone for a meeting, adding more details and details. Of course, he didn't tell the truth that he went there alone.
"Okay, really, cats and dogs dare to kick their noses in their faces!"
The elder was furious, clapped the manuscript in his hand and said angrily: "You must publish this book. If you don't publish it, I won't be able to spare you!"
Jia Cong was stunned, he didn't expect things to go so smoothly.
"Sir, the power of those salt merchants is deeply intertwined. I'm worried that after the book is released, it will cause a strong backlash from them, and the government may really be affected by that time!"
Having said this, he paused and said with a grimace: "I'm afraid that the old lady will be merciless and sell me directly!"
"What are you talking about, kid?"
The elder was quite dissatisfied, but his tone of voice and demeanor were not very firm. It was obvious that he was unsure and just didn't want to show his timidity in front of Jia Cong.
"Let me ask you, will your Uncle Lin benefit from the release of this book?"
Seeing Jia Cong lowering his head and saying nothing, the elder quickly changed the subject and said angrily: "The salt merchants in this book are all cannibals who eat bones without spitting out their bones. How can your Uncle Lin sit in the position of the Salt Inspector for such a long time?"
If nothing happens, it can be considered a great skill!"
"I am very sure of that!"
"In this case, if there is trouble in the house, I will ask your Uncle Lin to come forward to settle it. No matter how unhappy the old lady is, she still has to give your Uncle Lin enough face!"
Tsk…
Jia Cong didn't even know what to say. The elder was so straightforward, not willing to take any responsibility at all, and just pushed it away.
Fortunately, Jia Cong really didn't count on this guy, otherwise he would be angry to death?
The goal has been achieved, he didn't bother to look at the elder's face, and just said goodbye and left.
"By the way, let me know Lian Er, don't accidentally suffer the disaster of Chi Yu!"
But the elder did not stop, and the reminder sounded behind him.
"I know, sir!"
After leaving the eldest master's study, Jia Cong had doubts in his heart. He hadn't even revealed his trump card yet, which was the Prince of Chu's guarantee. Why did the eldest master rush to agree? This was not like the eldest master's style.
Otaku has always disliked being troublesome, let alone directly provoking a powerful group like Yangzhou Salt Merchants. If he is not careful, he may be in bad luck.
To say that the elder didn't know the trouble involved, I wouldn't believe it even if I killed Jia Cong.
But the elder's attitude is really weird, and I don't know what the problem is...