Spring flowers

Chapter 22 Makeup Remover Oil

Wei Yishang was afraid it was sulfuric acid.

Even after time-traveling, is it still impossible to escape the fate of disfigurement?
How miserable...

"This is an oil from an exotic land..."

Xiao Kangwang has clear, innocent eyes, suggesting he has been well protected by his parents and is unaware of the harsh realities of life.

"Makeup remover oil?" Wei Yishang was amused.

What? You splashed someone with makeup remover?
reason?

"Because I think you're really beautiful... I wanted to see if you were wearing makeup..."

Xiao Kangwang fiddled with two fingers, looking at Wei Yishang with a playful expression, "So you really are beautiful..."

I go!

faint!
"I know, don't do it again next time..." Although she was being praised, Wei Yishang felt annoyed at the thought of such offensive behavior.

“I…I want…to be your friend…” Xiao Kangwang looked hesitant, as if he knew that such a request was a bit much.

"I don't have any male friends, which makes me a target of gossip. There are so many young masters in the academy, I advise Prince Xiaokang to find someone he can get along with."

After saying that, Wei Yishang turned and left without hesitation.

At that time, Zhang, the scholar, was studying in the school when several teachers came over and threw the complaint letter in his face.

"We don't like you... Once the students have signed, you can go wherever you want..."

Several of the original school teachers were affected by the appearance of Zhang, and naturally resented him.

“Very well then, I don’t like you all either.” After saying this, Scholar Zhang walked out of the school.

He was exceptionally intelligent in his early years, but he also experienced too much. The darkness of human nature had long since instilled in him a sense of awe.

Everything is determined by fate, not by one's own will.

It was this open-mindedness that gave Zhang, the scholar, a touch of detachment.

"So arrogant, he'll get struck by lightning sooner or later!" Several schoolteachers had often gossiped about Zhang the scholar behind his back, and now they were all gritting their teeth in hatred.

"That's right, that look is disgusting." Just as the group was about to leave with their complaint, a maid with braids and a pink headband walked over.

"Please wait a moment, gentlemen, my young lady invites you in..." The maid smiled sweetly, and the teachers, unable to refuse, followed her.

The following day, during a break in class, Wei Yishang wielded her brush on Xuan paper.

After all, she is a modern person and is most familiar with regular script, but she has never practiced calligraphy, so her writing is crooked and uneven.

"Looking back at the capital in mid-June, the scenery is different from other times. The clear ripples are not seductive, the endless green is beautiful, and the fragrance is more pure as it travels far, with a unique red color."

Wei Yishang read it aloud and named it "Like a Lotus," meaning that her second sister, Wei Yingzi, was like a lotus flower, beautiful and charming.

"Thank you, little sister~" Wei Yingzi felt disgusted inside, but she didn't say it out loud.

Right now, there are too many people around, and she wants to find a quiet place.

She put away the Xuan paper and thanked Wei Yishang.

That noon, Wei Yishang was having lunch at her residence when her second older sister, Wei Yingzi, arrived.

"Fourth sister, your poem hasn't been signed and stamped yet~" Wei Yingzi said with a smile.

As a well-maintained legitimate daughter, Wei Yingzi always had the best food and supplies. When she smiled, she exuded an air of wealth and luxury.

Although she was slightly plump, she was well-proportioned and her face was meticulously groomed. Above the snow cream was pink blush, which truly made her look like a lotus flower.

"Second sister, I'll get it done right away."

Wei Yishang pretended to be unaware and carefully signed and stamped her name. "Second sister, this is a token between us, don't let it go to waste," Wei Yishang kindly reminded her, but Wei Yingzi didn't seem to understand.

During those days, everything in the school was peaceful, and the teachers did not cause any more trouble for Zhang, the scholar.

Before the storm, there is always a period of calm.

Wei Yishang waited quietly, while also watching to see what kind of sequel would unfold for the person who poisoned the soup.

Wei Yishang followed Zhang Juren and diligently studied foreign languages, hoping to do business after completing her studies.

That day, Cui'er came to report that the shopkeeper had been found, and there was only one person who met the requirements.

"Oh? What's his situation? Tell me about it." Wei Yishang smiled without saying a word.

The salary he offered wasn't the highest in the industry, and those who met his criteria were unlikely to be unemployed men; he was probably an older, unemployed man.

“His name is Liu Er. He used to work as a shop assistant at Xiang Sheng Ji, and then he went to work at a small clothing store, but that store went out of business. He’s been unemployed for more than half a year, and his wife and children are waiting to be fed.” Cui’er read aloud the note Zhang Zhong had written about him.

Cui'er frowned as she spoke. What kind of person was Zhang Zhong recommending? This... this kind of person must be a shopkeeper.

"Experienced, has needs, and is easy to manage." Wei Yishang deduced this information from him, knowing that Zhang Zhong understood the person she was looking for.

But such an older person requires the wisdom and experience of an experienced manager to keep him in check, otherwise the shop will be finished.

"Have him come to see me." Wei Yishang knew that people admire strength, and if she only showed kindness, she would only be bullied.

Using both kindness and severity is a good approach that has been around since ancient times.

“Zhang Zhong brought him here, and he’s waiting at the back door now,” Cui’er said.

"How long have we been waiting?" Wei Yishang asked.

"It's been half an hour."

"No rush, let's wait and see."

They waited until Wei Yishang returned from school in the afternoon.

Zhang Zhong led his men to Wei Yishang. She opened her teacup, took a small sip, and calmly asked Liu Er, "Where are you from? How many people are in your family? How many years have you been working here?"

Liu Er answered truthfully.

Seeing that the woman in front of him was young but had an extraordinary demeanor and spoke with clear logic, Liu Er did not say much and answered in a well-organized manner.

“We didn’t originally intend to hire unemployed people here; we just wanted to poach someone who was already employed…”

Wei Yishang understands the pressure of job interviews very well, after all, she herself has suffered a lot from this kind of stress as an interviewee in modern times.

"Age is also a hurdle. We are targeting young people and are looking for a manager who has the aesthetic taste of young people."

Wei Yishang glanced at Liu Er's reaction. He kept his head down, as if he understood what Wei Yishang was talking about.

"Here's what I need you to do. There's a box of things, already sealed. Take it to Wangchunji Restaurant. Find the manager and explain your purpose."

Wei Yishang said a few words in a low voice, and soon after, Cui'er brought over an exquisite jewelry box.

"Remember, don't look at the contents. That's my request," Wei Yishang said, then had Cui'er hand the box to Liu Er and watched him leave.

“Miss, this Liu Er looks very honest…” Cui’er said from the side.

“You’re wrong. He’s not honest and needs to be carefully trained before he can be used. I don’t need an overly honest manager; it’s not conducive to innovation. But he must obey me. Loyalty is essential.”

After saying this, Wei Yishang waved to Cui'er, then lay down on the rocking chair and began to take a nap.

In her dream, she returned to the modern world, still that same lazy bum, still that same useless person. When she opened her eyes again, it was Cui'er's voice.

"Miss, it's not good!"

(End of this chapter)