Wanjin Lady.

Chapter 28 Wedding Banquet Debt

"That's right. We all have eyes. Some time ago, when you, Wen Weiming, were seriously ill, we only came to your house twice to ask for the money. We did the best we could. You can't get away today. You must pay me back!"

"That's right, Shopkeeper Wen, give me a definite answer. Are you still not going to pay me back? Humph, if you don't pay me back today, don't even think about leaving this yard!"

Wen Weiming was forced into a corner and was considering how to respond when he suddenly heard hurried footsteps behind him.

"return!"

A crisp female voice sounded, and everyone looked in the direction of the voice, only to see Wen Wan walking towards them in a bright red wedding dress.

Today she wore a red, wide-sleeved, straight-hem gown, a hibiscus crown on her head, and a gorgeous bun at the temples. A pure gold hairpin accentuated her meticulous makeup, while a slant of red makeup on her forehead added a touch of charm.

What a pretty bride.

When Zhao Heng looked over, his eyes lit up slightly.

Someone shouted, "The bride is coming out," and everyone rushed to their feet, stretching their necks to catch a glimpse of the bride.

The red veil was not lifted, but the bride came out to meet people first.

I don’t know which etiquette this is in line with.

But after all, Wen Wan was seeking a son-in-law, which was against the rules, and no one took the lead in questioning it.

The young lady walked quickly, the rings on her body jingling, but she walked steadily.

"It is only natural to pay back debts!"

"Today is a big day for my Wen family. Unless you are desperate, you will never attack my Wen family at a wedding banquet."

These words successfully suppressed the anger in the hearts of the shopkeepers.

The dozen or so shopkeepers who were collecting debts suddenly relaxed their expressions.

Just as Wen Wan said, we are all from the same village, so we will meet each other sooner or later. Who would want to cause trouble at someone else's wedding or funeral?

Aren't they afraid that Wen Weiming and Shi Jinquan are in cahoots. They will accept the gifts today and run away tomorrow. Who will they ask for repayment then?

"My uncles and aunts have already given my Wen family six months of time. My father and I have always remembered this favor. However, I only learned yesterday that Shi Jinquan absconded with the account books. I am even more anxious than the other shopkeepers."

The young lady's eyes were clear and her voice was slow and unhurried.

It actually made those who were ready to laugh at the joke more serious.

"But no matter what, Shi Jinquan is the accountant of my Wen family. He used my father's name to act outside. No matter what goes wrong, my Wen family is responsible!"

"I'll pay you back this money!"

Wen Wan took the gong hammer wrapped in red silk from Hongmei and hit it on the gong with a "bang bang bang" sound, making a deafening sound.

Then he threw it.

The gong hammer slammed heavily to the ground.

It also hit everyone's heart.

At this moment, the entire main hall fell silent.

The young lady's voice is like a loud bell.

"Please bear witness. Within three days, anyone who does business with the Wen family, regardless of whether it's under the name of my father Wen Weiming, Shi Jinquan, or any of our Wen family's managers, as long as they have authentic proof... will be honored and paid for by our Wen family!"

Someone below shouted "Okay!"

Wen Weiming's eyelids were twitching.

Judging from her appearance, Wen Wan already knew about Shi Jinquan's affairs, but hadn't told him beforehand. Over the years, the Wen family's business had grown significantly, with at least one or two hundred merchants coming and going. The shopkeepers under them had accumulated countless debts on credit, and now that Shi Jinquan was gone, all of them had become a mess.

If all the blame is put on the Wen family, how many Wen families will be able to pay the compensation?
What's more, once Shi Jinquan leaves, if someone takes advantage of the situation and signs and seals his account in Shi Jinquan's name, will he acknowledge these accounts or not?
Who knows how much money his subordinates stole from him during the six months he was ill?!

Wen Weiming wanted to stop his daughter, but Wen Wan continued loudly, "Shi Jinquan, as the accountant, took away the master's financial account books. I have ordered people to report to the authorities and issue arrest warrants. I believe he will be arrested soon."

"If there are those who take advantage of the situation to bully our Wen family, don't blame me for being merciless if they bring them to light later!"

Wen Weiming finally felt relieved.

Shopkeeper Zhu looked at Wen Weiming with a smile, "Brother Wen, does your daughter's words have any effect?"

Since Wen Wan had already said it, Wen Weiming naturally would not drag his feet. He couldn't get rid of the debt anyway, so he might as well leave a good reputation of being "righteous" so that he could make a comeback in the future.

Wen Weiming quickly clasped his fists, looking apologetic. "It's only natural to pay back a debt. I was seriously ill a while ago, and I've caused trouble for you shopkeepers for no reason. Even if Wen Wan hadn't said it, I would have settled the accounts in the next few days and paid the debt to you shopkeepers. I hope you shopkeepers will put aside the past grudges. The Wen family's business will still depend on you from now on."

When the person in charge of the Wen family spoke, all the debt collectors praised him as "generous".

Wen Wan made a "please" gesture: "Dear shopkeepers, please come in and have a chat."

Old Man Wen patted Wen Wan's shoulder again and handed her the key to his trunk. "Go sort out the accounts. Zhao Heng and I will be entertaining the guests outside. If you're short of money, go to the bottom shelf of my study and get it."

If no one from the host family is present at today's wedding banquet, the guests will inevitably feel neglected.

Wen Wan nodded, "Private money?"

Father Wen rolled his eyes and said, "I saved this for your dowry."

have to.

After all this time, the money posted was her private money?!
Wen Wan glanced at Zhao Heng again and smiled helplessly, "I'm sorry to have to trouble you today."

Zhao Heng held her hand and said, "As a family, we share weal and woe. How can we feel wronged? Madam, go ahead and fight, and I will maintain the rear."

Today, the Wen family was celebrating a wedding, and the entire house was packed with people. Only Old Man Wen's yard was a little vacant. Wen Wan had a dozen chairs brought in, and a dozen people sat down in a circle.

Fortunately, Wen Wan had already made a big promise, so these people were not worried that the Wen family would go back on their word.

I had heard that Wen Weiming's eldest daughter was capable, but I had never had the chance to deal with the young manager Wen. I never thought that she was even more courageous than Wen Weiming.

Just as everyone was wondering whether Young Master Wen would be the new head of the Wen family, Wen Wan, dressed in a red wedding gown, had already taken her seat. "Masters, please be patient. I'll send someone to get the account books first."

Now that it has been decided, the shopkeepers naturally became more patient.

Anyway, the Wen family is right in front of us, so we are not afraid of her playing tricks.

Hongmei took out Wenwan's reed pen and paper, and after receiving a signal from Wenwan, she began to chat with the shopkeepers in a casual manner to buy time for Wenwan and Aunt Liu.

"My dear shopkeepers, you must be thirsty after such a long journey. I'll go get you some sunflower seeds and snacks. Please take a seat. The account books will be delivered shortly. Please be patient."

One of them started the conversation, "Wen family...will Young Master Wen be the head of the family from now on?"

With a woman in charge...I'm afraid things are not going well for the Wen family...

I'll have to think about it carefully when I get back and look for other wineries to cooperate with.

Hongmei smiled and said, "As a maid, I cannot speak out about the master's affairs."

While they were talking, Wen Wan was not idle either. Manager Zhu of the granary owed the most money, so he was the most anxious and angry. He couldn't sit still at all, and had no intention of drinking the tea brought by the maid. He just paced back and forth in the room.

What is Shopkeeper Wen busy with?

Shopkeeper Zhu couldn't help but lean forward and saw Wen Wan writing and drawing.

(End of this chapter)