From the tone of Gu Siyuan's words, he sounded like a "vindictive woman", as if Ran Fang had done something sorry for him and was here to find an explanation.
However, the fact that he said these words like a grown man, coupled with his prepared look, always made people feel a little funny.
And Ran Fang couldn't hold it back and burst out laughing.
After coming over for a while, he stopped smiling, looked at him and asked, "Is this why you came here today?"
"Of course!" Gu Siyuan's expression was very persistent, waiting for Ran Fang's answer.
He stood there, looking a little nervous, as if he was afraid that Ran Fang would say something he couldn't accept if he opened his mouth.
After saying that, he added: "Although the Gu family's business has been sluggish in recent years, they still have many connections over the years. If you really encounter a problem, you can tell me."
"Don't worry, my father is just like me. He won't let you give up all your things just like that."
"When I came here today, he also told me to make it clear to you. Even if you don't do this refined salt business with the Gu family, the friendship with the Gu family will not be broken off so easily."
These words showed that Gu Siyuan came here because of Gu Zongmin's intention.
It's just that this kind of thing happened just now. If Gu Zongmin came to look for him today and fell into the eyes of someone who was interested, it might not be the same thing.
Moreover, His Majesty must have been watching their movements in the past few days, so it would be better not to make things too obvious.
But Gu Siyuan was different. After all, he and Ran Fang were about the same age, and they often came to see him, so it wouldn't feel out of the ordinary.
Ran Fang also understands this. As long as he knows what the Gu family means, he will not worry about unnecessary things.
"Thank you for your kindness, Master Gu. I don't think there is anything wrong with this."
"The Gu family did this salt matter for His Majesty. Now that they are returned to His Majesty, it is nothing more than returning it to its original owner."
"There is more than just refined salt business in this world. If there are so many ways to make money, I won't be without refined salt and I will be stretched."
"As for the friendship between me and the Gu family, it will not be cut off."
Hearing this, Gu Siyuan's nervous mood was relieved.
He took a step back and sat on the chair, his expression becoming much lazier.
"I can rest assured that."
"The tea shop is almost ready. We just need to wait until the tea is finally put out and then we can start."
"It's just that you still need to come up with a name for this shop."
"Rong Ming means the same thing."
As he said that, Gu Siyuan stared at Ran Fang, waiting for him to give him a result.
Seeing how quickly his expression changed, Ran Fang had to admire his temperament. Although he was a bit childish, he could be considered a free and easy person.
He was much more casual than when I first met him in prison.
"It's up to you to think of the name of this shop. Then you can think of a few more and I'll choose them."
"Since this shop is your idea, it's okay to ask you to come up with a name."
This was Ran Fang's shop, but now he gave Gu Siyuan the opportunity to name it. The surprise on his face was visible to the naked eye, as if he had received some great praise.
Especially those eyes, like shining stars.
"real?"
"Then I'll take it seriously. If it doesn't work well then, you can't laugh at me."
I don't know why, but when seeing Gu Siyuan like this, Ran Fang always feels like looking at a child.
He is obviously a mature and steady young master, but for some reason there is always such a childish side to him.
"Okay, I believe you."
"Aren't you taking the scientific examination? Now is the time to test you."
When it came to the scientific examination, Gu Siyuan's starry eyes suddenly went out, and his excitement was gone.
He sat there dejectedly, looked up at Ran Fang and then lowered his head, looking like he was hesitant to speak.
Seeing him like this, Ran Fang thought he had failed.
After thinking for a while, he comforted: "It's okay, there will always be a next time."
"Even if you fail, you can still do business. There is nothing to lose."
This was the first time Gu Siyuan was comforted by Ran Fang. Before the excitement in his heart rose, the enthusiasm dropped again.
He lowered his head and murmured: "I didn't go, so how could I fail?"
Ran Fang looked at Gu Siyuan with some surprise. He still remembered Gu Siyuan's excitement when he knew he could take the scientific examination, and his look of being determined to win.
Could it be that the matter at the tea shop delayed him?
But even if there are too many things to do, there is always time for a try.
"Didn't go? Why?"
"Didn't you really want to go then?"
Gu Siyuan then raised his head and looked at Ran Fang who didn't know anything. He didn't know how to speak for a while.
He knew that Ran Fang had single-handedly promoted the scientific research. Ran Fang didn't know how many bad things those officials in the court said behind their backs, but he knew them all.
Even so, Ran Fang's mind was still ruined in the end. How could he accept it?
Ran Fang must not be able to accept it either.
"Actually... Later, after Wang Yushi participated in the scientific examination, he added another one... that is, those who compile books in the court can also participate in the scientific examination."
"Moreover, he also strictly limited the time for the scientific examination. After three days, except for some book repair people and some people living in Hanmo Villa, others will not be eligible to participate at all."
This was the first time Ran Fang heard about this matter. He had never asked about it since he handed over the scientific examination to Lian Liangcai and Wang Wan.
In addition, during this period of time, he not only had to worry about Zhang Liang and Huang Shigong, but also had to deal with the refined salt business before giving it to Ying Zheng.
Therefore, I thought that if Ying Zheng followed his advice, there would be no problems with the scientific examination, so no one asked about it.
Now when he heard what Gu Siyuan said, a bad feeling suddenly surged in his heart.
He suddenly thought of what Cao San said in front of Hanmo Villa, and he was afraid that this was the moment.
"It's so..."
"I'm afraid this matter can't be resolved."
Gu Siyuan didn't understand this. Although he complained that he couldn't participate in the scientific examination, he was just disappointed. How could he be unable to be kind?
"What do you mean, sir?"
"I just can't take the scientific examination. My father already knows that and there will be no problem. He also advised me to study my family business."
Ran Fang shook his head, his expression no longer as relaxed as before.
He was not worried that Ying Zheng would think he was ineffective because of this matter, but he felt that the person behind this matter was playing a big game.
If something goes wrong in this matter, the scientific examination will be aborted, and it will even cause a greater crisis.
"It's not about you, it's about everything in the city."
"You go back and ask your father to send a message to the officials behind him, telling him that someone is planning behind him after the scientific examination, so that he can prepare in advance."
