SFS Chapter 248 Brothers settle accounts clearly
Chapter 248 Brothers settle accounts clearly
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Four years later.
"Clang clang clang!"
The young man struck the gong and drum, then shouted, "Ladies and gentlemen, please be patient! Our Wutong Pharmacy's monthly medicinal herb auction is about to begin!"
Upon hearing this, the crowd stirred again, all trying to squeeze further into the shop.
This shop is located in the most bustling street of Jinling City. Above the vermilion gate hangs a black plaque with gold characters on a black background, which reads "Wutong Pharmacy" in a flamboyant style, making it quite impressive.
Although the Wutong Pharmacy is always packed with customers, today is a special day, so the entire shop is even more crowded, making the originally spacious shop feel rather cramped.
"If you ask me, the Jiang family is truly blessed."
The wait was agonizing, but with nothing else to do, a few scattered chatter broke out among the crowd.
"Although the Jiang family had some bad luck a few years ago and got involved in that incident, Madam Jiang still had a discerning eye and adopted a handsome and capable young master like He as her godson. I heard that he was the one who managed the Wutong Pharmacy!"
"Really?! This Wutong Pharmacy has opened branches all over our Wanqi Kingdom in recent years! I thought it was a shop from the capital, but I never imagined it was owned by the Jiang family of Jinling!?"
"..."
Then a handsome man walked onto the platform that had been set up long ago. Although he was a little short, he had a face like jade, handsome features, and his every move exuded a free and easy elegance. Everyone's eyes were fixed on him.
"Young Master He!"
A bold girl below couldn't help but shout out. The man called Young Master He raised an eyebrow and smiled slightly at the woman, causing a stir among the crowd.
This so-called Young Master He is none other than Jiang Yuyue, who began disguising herself as a man four years ago.
Over the past four years, she has become increasingly adept at impersonating a man, and now it is impossible to see any trace of her former feminine nature.
Although the Jiang family has managed to live in peace all these years thanks to this disguise, Jiang Huanxi's feelings were quite complicated as he watched his older sister unknowingly capture the hearts of countless young girls.
Standing next to him, Lian Mo nudged him lightly with his elbow, his words laced with undisguised sarcasm, "Have you ever thought about what would happen if she brought home a sister-in-law one day?"
These words caused Jiang Huanxi's expression to change, followed by a wry smile, "Don't joke like that."
Lian Mo came to Jinling three years ago. After Jiang Yuyue established the Wutong Medicine Shop here, she sent him a message asking him to come to Jinling.
Although the water town is close to the capital, it is only in the suburbs of the capital and cannot compare with the prosperity of Jinling. Naturally, the business is not as good as the pharmacies in Jinling. In addition, Jiang Yuyue is also here. Thinking that the two of them can get together to deal with business matters, Lian Mo readily moved to Jinling.
After all, it doesn't matter to him where he makes money.
Under Jiang Yuyue's management, the pharmacy's business has been getting better and better over the years, and the "Wutong Pharmacy" can be found almost throughout the entire Wanqi Kingdom.
"Welcome, esteemed guests! Today is the monthly medicinal herb auction of Wutong Pharmacy! I'm sure you've all been eagerly awaiting it, so I won't keep you in suspense any longer."
Jiang Yuyue cleared her throat and began her introduction as usual, "The first medicinal herb we are auctioning today is a Jade Bone Grass."
After saying this, Jiang Yuyue lifted the red cloth covering the tray in the servant's hand, revealing a medicinal herb to everyone, and then she continued.
"This Jade Bone Grass has the effect of reconnecting tendons and bones. If there is a fracture, simply pound this herb into a paste and apply it to the affected area. In less than seven days, ordinary bone injuries can be relieved."
"Jade Bone Grass is a rare sight. This one was personally picked by me in the Southern Frontier. Even my Wutong Medicinal Herb Shop probably only handles three to five plants a year. This is a rare opportunity, so please be sure to seize it."
Hearing about the miraculous effects of this medicinal herb, the crowd began to stir again. Jiang Yuyue lightly tapped the gong in her hand, announcing, "The first medicinal herb from Wutong Pharmacy, starting bid one hundred taels!"
As soon as Jiang Yuyue finished speaking, the people below immediately raised their hands in a rush.
"Two hundred taels!"
"Five hundred taels!"
"Seven hundred taels!"
"..."
The price was raised to nine hundred taels in an instant. Jiang Yuyue scanned the entire room and waited until no one raised the price higher before gently striking the gong again.
"A single Jade Bone Grass costs nine hundred taels! It has been acquired by Lord Liu!"
Seeing that he had successfully acquired the medicinal herb, the man called Lord Liu was overjoyed, while the others looked resentful. However, they didn't have time to be jealous for long, since there were more than just this one medicinal herb up for auction today.
It was two hours later when the auction of medicinal herbs at the Wutong Pharmacy ended.
As the crowd slowly dispersed, Jiang Yuyue stepped down from the stage. Lian Mo, being quite perceptive, served her a cup of tea, his eyes filled with subtle hints.
Seeing his gaze, Jiang Yuyue gave him a disgruntled look, took the teacup, and took a big gulp to relieve her dry mouth before speaking.
"Don't worry, even if the medicinal herbs auctioned today weren't from you, I'll still split the profits with you 50/50 as usual."
Jiang Yuyue also couldn't understand it. Lian Mo's understanding of money was really too much. She originally thought that he was short of money, but now that he had been doing business with her for so many years, he must have a lot of money. Yet he was still like this.
Seeing that his secret had been exposed, Lian Mo no longer tried to hide it, "They say even close brothers should keep clear accounts, I was just afraid you'd forgotten."
Jiang Yuyue, however, was too lazy to pay him any more attention. She glanced around but didn't see the small figure, and immediately frowned.
Where is Mo'er?
"Here it is."
Jiang Huanxi walked in carrying a young child by the collar. The child had a round face and fair skin, making him look like a cute little dumpling. His big, round eyes sparkled with innocent light, and the dimples on his cheeks added to his playfulness, making him irresistibly lovable.
However, anyone who has seen the current emperor would be surprised to find that the child's features bear a striking resemblance to the supreme Emperor Zhaojing.
"Mo'er!"
Jiang Yuyue frowned as she looked at the various trinkets the child was holding. "Where did you get all these things? Didn't you promise your father you wouldn't take things from other people?"
Hearing the word "father" come out of her mouth, even though it wasn't the first time he had heard it, Lian Mo still couldn't help but laugh out loud.