"This is the young master of Shaobai Division."
"Young Master, this is the person you are looking for."
Shao Baisi? Gu Jiu secretly complained when he heard the name. Is it so perfunctory to come up with a fake name these days?
After the introduction, the madam went out directly. As the door creaked, Shao Baisi's eyes became more inquisitive, and his eyes were exactly the same as the magistrate's last look at Gu Jiu.
Gu Jiu: "The bustard mother told me that meeting the young master today is a great joy in my life. I wonder why the young master wants to see me?"
Shaobaisi looked away, raised his hand to pour tea, and motioned for Gu Jiu to sit down and talk in detail.
Gu Jiu looked at the hands pushing the tea cup over. The veins were slightly visible and the bones were clear, which was really beautiful.
Although he is a bit weird, his skin is really not bad.
"The Wang family has always taken the majority of the book business. Aren't you afraid of their revenge if you steal their wealth quietly?"
Hearing this, Gu Jiugang almost spit out the tea he drank in his mouth.
Even if she didn't tell Ling Yang about occupying the Wang family's market, how did the people in front of her know?
After gathering his emotions in his eyes and looking at Shaobai Si again, Gu Jiu didn't think he looked good-looking at all. What kind of beauty is this? She is a pest trying to steal her money!
"What do you want to say, Master?"
"Split the money."
Shao Baisi spoke so directly and clearly that the corner of Gu Jiu's mouth couldn't help but twitch.
This guy looks good, but he can't be so shameless!
Within five minutes of the meeting, within five words of exchange, you started asking for "shares"? A white wolf with empty gloves wouldn't play like this, right?
Sure enough, the more beautiful something is, the more dangerous it is!
Thinking of this, Gu Jiu immediately lost the desire to continue talking. After all, handsome people can't be used as free money! He stood up, said goodbye coldly, and walked out without looking back.
Shaobai Si: "...I won't let you suffer."
"Appreciate further details."
Shaobai Si: "I can't tell you are quite fast."
"Thank you for the compliment."
Shaobaisi:......
"I can help you acquire the most shops in the least amount of time and gain the greatest benefits."
"cost?"
Shaobai Si chuckled: "The price will only appear when you meet certain requirements."
"For example?"
"Ambition!"
As soon as the two words came out, Shao Baisi's whole aura changed subtly, as if a giant beast that had been sleeping for many years suddenly showed signs of waking up.
Gu Jiu also instantly understood the meaning of Shao Baisi's words.
Shao Baisi is short of money, a lot of money, and people who can make money and serve him.
But this is not what ordinary people need!
"Young Master!"
Gu Jiu stood up and interrupted what Shao Baisi was about to say.
"Young Master, I think I am not the person you are looking for. In this life, a commoner girl just wants to live a stable life and has no such big ambitions. The money she earns is just to fill her skin."
"Young Master, we will never meet again!"
The madam who was calculating the abacus downstairs heard the noise and subconsciously looked towards the stairs. When he saw Gu Jiu, he seemed to have seen a ghost.
It's over so soon?
It shouldn’t be!
That young Bai Si's words have always aroused desire in people's hearts. She thought that she was also lured in to make a deal with that man. Did Gu Jiu... see the color and make a deal or even withdraw?
"Have we reached an agreement?" The madam stepped forward to inquire.
"No, the talks have collapsed. The young master wants to find a right-hand man, but I can't."
Madam: "Young Master didn't tell you what he does?"
"No."
"Aren't you curious?"
Gu Jiu looked at the madam and said calmly: "Why are you curious?"
Whether talking about ambition or the future, they are just building a glorious castle and tempting people to place bets with a palace that does not exist.
If you have a good background, you can take a gamble.
If not, it is tantamount to digging your own grave!
After leaving Hongxiang Pavilion, Gu Jiu returned to the bookstore, found Ling Yang who was busy, and pulled him directly into the inner room.
"Xiao Jiu? What happened?" Ling Yang asked doubtfully.
"Um."
Gu Jiu nodded seriously.
"If someone named Shao Baisi comes to us in the future, don't believe whatever he says! Sister, this person will bring us huge trouble!"
Although she still doesn't know Shao Baisi's true identity, she is definitely not from Yuncheng!
She wants to climb up, otherwise she wouldn't think of ways to occupy more markets, but this doesn't mean she has to take risks!
There have never been any unannounced reports about the war. At this time, an outsider suddenly appeared who was in urgent need of a large amount of money. It was difficult for Gu Jiu to let down his guard. After all, she did not want to get involved in the games of those powerful people. middle.
"okay!"
At about the right time, Gu Jiu left the bookstore, bought food and wine and walked to the entrance of Jingchang.
Because Yuyan made a big fuss outside the Yamen during the day and forced the magistrate to slap Gu Zheqi a few times, so when Gu Zheqi failed to blackmail her cousin with her biological mother who had been dead for many days, she became angry and went to steal. The deeds can be said to be something that people must talk about after dinner.
As a scholar, if Gu Zheqi couldn't find a way to clear himself, his future would be dark.
"Xiao Jiu, today's dish is quite rich! What's the good news?"
Lu Qiuzhi asked, looking at the dishes that were twice as many as before.
"Yes, if it weren't for Uncle Lu, I would be doomed."
Facing Shang Lu Qiuzhi's puzzled look, Gu Jiu continued: "Uncle Lu hasn't heard the outside world's comments yet? Today..."
Gu Jiu vividly described to Lu Qiuzhi the cause and effect of the matter, as well as the current outside views on the matter.
At the beginning, Lu Qiuzhi still had an indifferent attitude, his eyes seemed to say: The county magistrate believes in you purely because you are reasonable, and it has nothing to do with the letter. As for what you say outside, don't take it to heart, it's all in vain.
It wasn't until he heard the words "righteousness and annihilation of relatives" that his expression changed.
"How do you say this? Your cousin is not my disciple."
"Oh, well, everyone says that my cousin's husband is a close friend of yours. Over the years, many gentlemen have confused right and wrong in order to favor their own students. My uncle's ability to do such a righteous act of exterminating relatives is truly a model for the world."
Gu Jiu raised his head slightly, sighed softly as if recalling something, and muttered something in a low voice.
"It would be great if you could become the principal of the academy."
The speaker is intentional, and the listener is very attentive.
"Xiao Jiu, don't say this nonsense! If others hear it, they will criticize you." Lu Qiuzhi pretended to be angry.
"No, that's what everyone said. When I was buying food and drinks, I heard someone say that you must be the next president of the academy!"
"really?"
"Um!"
Hearing this, Lu Qiuzhi smiled as he stared at the food and wine.
An hour ago, he suddenly received news from the person assigned to the principal: the principal was suffering from an incurable disease and was suspected of giving way to a more talented person.
At first, he only felt happy, thinking that this was retribution for the other party and himself taking the position of principal, but now it seems that this is completely God helping him!
Each principal can serve for ten years. If something unexpected happens within ten years, the position can be passed directly to the second-placed person at that time.
In the competition seven years ago, he was ranked third. It stands to reason that this position would never be his turn.
But if his prestige and influence during this period can be seen by the naked eye to exceed the second place, then this position will be another matter!
At present, the principal's illness has not been made public, and the second-placed person at that time could not even think of canvassing votes for him, not to mention that he, like himself, did not have the support of a big family. If I win over a large number of people first at this time, then the position of principal will be guaranteed!
"Xiaojiu."
Lu Qiuzhi raised his head and smiled very kindly: "You just said that many people want to meet me, and even want to become my disciple?"
"Yes, they are all guessing what Uncle Lu looks like."
"Okay, let's do this. In two days, uncle will make arrangements to meet with everyone. Maybe we can add a few more talents to the academy!"
Lu Qiuzhi smiled naturally, his eyebrows were relaxed and proud, and he had even begun to dream about his life after becoming the principal.
He has participated in two elections, and each time he worked hard to add points to himself, but without the support of those families behind him, it was very difficult every time. It took more than 20 years of hard work to reach third place.
But this time, God felt that he should be in this position!
"But……"
Hearing what Lu Qiuzhi said, Gu Jiu asked worriedly: "Uncle Lu, didn't you say it's not safe inside the Jingchang entrance outside? What if you encounter danger after going out?"
"Just bring more people with you when the time comes. Besides, uncle doesn't go out very often, but he still goes out for a walk occasionally."
Lu Qiuzhi waved his hand, obviously not taking the safety risks to heart.
Seeing this, Gu Jiu's heart was relieved.
If Lu Qiuzhi refused to appear on screen, it would be difficult to implement their plan.
Sure enough, this system occasionally works.
All gentlemen from Summit Academy are eligible to run for the next principal. Among the information provided to her by the system at that time was the phrase "I don't like sir." She thought it was because she didn't like being addressed, but the more she got in touch with him, the more she discovered that he was longing for the principal. s position!
Lu Qiuzhi, sometimes the thing that makes you revel may not be an opportunity, it may also be the scythe of death!
As soon as he appeared on the scene, Gu Jiu met Shi Xuyao, who looked like he had been waiting for a long time.
"Miss Gu, our master wants to talk to you, please."
Gu Jiu:? ? ? Are you here to send money again? Although Yu Yan is a bit stupid at this time, she is really my rich man!
"OK."
Gu Jiu happily followed Shi Xuyao, but when he got there he couldn't help but frown a little - why did he choose the place on the boat?
There were not many people on the lake, so if something unexpected happened, no one would be able to find her!
Besides, there isn’t enough land for them to survive anymore?
"Miss Gu, please."
"Forget it, I'm not good at water, and there aren't many people on the lake. I'm afraid no one will catch me if I fall. If your master really wants to talk, just go to land, otherwise we won't have to talk. Of course, you can also send a message."
Gu Jiu looked at Shi Xuyao and said.
"Gu Jiu, please don't waste your time. Our master is very busy."
Gu Jiu: ...Who is asking for help here?
