There is a happy inn in the capital.

Chapter 115 Bribing Shu Chen

Shopkeeper Meng smiled happily.

Upon seeing this, the wealthy young master (Li Shuchen) asked, "I have a rule, I wonder if Manager Meng is aware of it?"

Shopkeeper Meng laughed and said, "I've heard that the wealthy young master doesn't sell secret recipes, he only sells goods."

The wealthy young master (Li Shuchen) took a sip of tea and said casually, "Hmm, all of these goods of mine are quite valuable. I wonder how much Manager Meng can afford?"

Shopkeeper Meng stroked his beard confidently and said, "Since you've brought it all, young master, we can't let you come all this way for nothing. I'll take it all; just name your price."

The wealthy young man (Li Shuchen) smiled and offered: "Vintage rose gold mirrors, five hundred taels each, thirty in total."

Various floral-scented perfumes, one thousand taels per bottle, twenty bottles in total;

Walnuts for collecting and playing, 2,000 taels per pair, ten pairs in total;

Bodhi seed bracelet, 3,000 taels per bracelet, five bracelets in total.

Manager Meng nodded and immediately stated the price: "The total is seventy thousand taels of silver."

The wealthy young man (Li Shuchen) raised an eyebrow and said, "Manager Meng has impressive mental calculation skills."

Manager Meng laughed heartily: "Young master, you flatter me. Practice makes perfect. I'll go prepare it now. Please wait here for a moment."

The wealthy young man (Li Shuchen) waved his fan and said, "Please, go ahead."

After Manager Meng left, Li Shuchen put down his fan and began to reflect on his performance. He thought, "My acting was pretty natural, right? I shouldn't have given anything away. Manager Meng shouldn't have noticed anything, right?"

Seems fine, yeah, well acted.

Li Shuchen calmed himself down and then picked up the fan again, beginning to pretend to be a wealthy young master.

After a cup of tea (5 minutes) had passed, Manager Meng came in.

He took seven silver notes and placed them in front of the wealthy young man (Li Shuchen).

Shopkeeper Meng: "Young master, here are seventy thousand taels of silver notes. Please verify."

The wealthy young man (Li Shuchen) glanced at the silver notes; each one had a face value of ten thousand taels of silver. But she had never seen silver notes worth ten thousand taels before, and she didn't know if they were genuine.

But she couldn't show that she didn't recognize the banknotes; she had to act well.

Thinking that Manager Meng wouldn't lie to her, she glanced at the note indifferently and said, "The silver note is correct. There's one more thing I need to ask Manager Meng."

Shopkeeper Meng: "Please speak, young master."

The wealthy young man (Li Shuchen) pushed the money in front of Manager Meng and said, "Please have Manager Meng donate these 70,000 silver notes to the Ministry of Revenue's donation office after dawn."

Manager Meng was puzzled upon hearing this. A fundraising drive? There haven't been any fundraising events in the capital yet.

It seems the wealthy young master had some inside information and learned about this in advance.

This wasn't too difficult; he could help the wealthy young master and gain some goodwill in return, so he made the promise.

"Please rest assured, young master, I will certainly handle this matter properly."

The wealthy young man (Li Shuchen) clasped his hands in thanks, saying, "Thank you, Manager Meng. If there's nothing else, I'll take my leave."

Manager Meng stood up to see the wealthy young man off, saying, "Take care, young master."

Li Shuchen felt much lighter after completing one task. He quickly returned to the alley and changed his gear.

Then we returned to the inn via the same route, arriving back at the inn at 5 a.m.

As Li Shuchen climbed the tree, he silently prayed, "Please, Yu Ying, don't wake up!"

After much effort, she finally reached the third floor. Rubbing her arm, she secretly vowed that she would practice her lightness skill diligently in the future, so that she wouldn't have to go through so much trouble when doing things.

He tiptoed into the Three Treasures Hall and glanced inside.

Thank goodness, Yu Ying didn't wake up. She took off her coat, rolled over, and went back to bed.

Mmm, the bed is so comfortable, time to sleep.

When Li Shuchen opened his eyes again, it was already 9 a.m.

Yu Ying was no longer there. After having breakfast, Li Shuchen began drawing blueprints.

Grape Grinding Ink: "Is Miss painting clothes for Miss Liang again?"

Li Shuchen: "Yes, she's going to war, and ordinary clothes aren't convenient for her. Since Madam Liang couldn't prepare any for her, I had to do it myself."

Grape pouted slightly and said, "Miss is so good to Miss Liang."

Li Shuchen chuckled and said, "What, have I been bad to you?"

Grape laughed upon hearing this: "Yes, Miss is the best to me. She even bought me new clothes a few days ago. They're so cool and comfortable to wear. Miss loves Grape the most in the world."

Li Shuchen dabbed a little ink on the tip of Grape's nose and said, "You smooth talker, hurry up and grind the ink."

Grape: "Okay!"

After a long time, several drafts were produced.

After lunch, I took the manuscript downstairs.

The reception hall was packed with guests, some of whom preferred to stand while drinking tea.

Li Shuchen walked to the counter and said to Manager Xu...

"Uncle Xu, your inn is quite famous in the capital."

Manager Xu stroked his beard and replied, "Yes, most people come here to see how we can impress the General. The inn has been quite profitable these past few days; even the rooms are full."

Li Shuchen smiled broadly upon hearing this: "That's great!"

Then he took the grapes and walked outside.

I arrived at Huashang Pavilion to discuss the details with the manager, and then sat for a while until dusk.

Li Shuchen carried a self-defense weapon on his person.

I'm going to keep an appointment with a mysterious person.

Summon the eighth and ninth brothers.

Li Shuchen: "You go ahead first, be careful not to be discovered, I'll be there shortly."

Eighth and Ninth Brothers: "Yes, Miss."

Turning to Grape, he instructed, "Don't tell Yuying about this. You stay here and wait for me to return."

Grape nodded, her eyes red: "Yes, Miss. Please be careful."

After giving his instructions, Li Shuchen walked to Xiangchi Tower.

When we arrived at Xiangchi Tower, it was already 6:45 PM.

Led by the servant, I arrived at the 888 VIP room and took a deep breath.

Push the door open and go in

"I thought Miss Li wasn't planning on coming."

A man in white spoke, his tone both mocking and amorous, inexplicably nauseating.

Li Shuchen looked closely and exclaimed, "Hey, isn't that Young Master Bai?"

Since she's so disgusting, then she should get her revenge, Li Shuchen.

Li Shuchen lowered his hat brim, his disdain tinged with contempt, and said, "I wondered who had invited me. It turns out to be Young Master Bai, who came in second place. Ah~ what a pity~"

Young Master Bai put down his crossed legs, exasperated: "You..."

Li Shuchen glanced at him: "What?"

Young Master Bai snorted lightly, then crossed his legs again: "I wonder if Miss Li would be interested in a deal worth 100,000 taels of silver?"

Young Master Bai looked as if he knew Li Shuchen inside and out, as if he knew Li Shuchen would definitely agree.

That unwavering gaze made Li Shuchen very uncomfortable.

Li Shuchen sat down and slowly said, "The deal... tell me about it."

Young Master Bai took out a black porcelain bottle and placed it on the table.

"This is a potion to neutralize her powers. You live and eat with Liang Yuying; it's as easy as turning your hand to put it into her food."

Li Shuchen glanced at the black porcelain bottle and knew that this young master Bai had no good intentions. He was using such a despicable and shameless method to harm Yu Ying. He might as well call him Bai Sanlan (a despicable person).

That's what I was thinking, but outwardly I still smiled and asked.

"Dissipation Powder?"

Young Master Bai said, "Those who consume it will lose all their martial arts skills, becoming completely powerless, like a cripple."

Upon hearing this, Li Shuchen almost lost control of his expression. To think they would use such a vicious method on Yu Ying was utterly incompetent.

Li Shuchen stared at Young Master Bai, his question hitting the nail on the head: "You want to be the 'Great General Who Intimidates'?"