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Weng Xiaoxiao quickly covered her face with her sleeves and sat in the main seat.

Ouyang Hua knew he had lost his composure, so he stepped forward to apologize, fearing that his actions had offended his friend. He said awkwardly, "You really need to hide this androgynous face of yours. You'll definitely cause trouble if you go out. Don't worry, I'm honest and aboveboard. I was just amazed."

Since she grew up, Weng Xiaoxiao's eyes and eyebrows have become more gentle and charming, especially when she has just woken up, the laziness has not completely dissipated, which makes her very attractive.

There was no need to respond to this question, so I simply didn't mention it. "Brother Ouyang, how long did it take you to get to Yangzhou? Did you come back with Brother Tian?"

Seeing that his friend did not pursue the matter, Ouyang Hua also sat back down. "Last year, there were many disasters, and many county magistrates were dismissed for improper handling. This year, as soon as the new Jinshi came out, they were all filled. The Tian family used their connections, and Brother Tian was sent to a county in southern Anhui. He was directly promoted to the seventh rank. This luck is really amazing. My brother endured for several years to be promoted from the ninth rank to the seventh rank."

What kind of place is Yangzhou? The ninth grade here is incomparable to the seventh grade elsewhere.

"Go straight to the office?"

"Yes, I even skipped the trip back home to visit my parents and worship my ancestors."

When the country is in crisis, there is really no need to be so formal.

Weng Xiaoxiao looked at Ouyang Hua and originally thought that it would be a good idea to let nature take its course and distance herself from him. However, the development of the seed industry still required cooperation with the Ouyang family. This friend was just a bridge, so she just had to be careful about how far she would go.

"Brother Ouyang, what are your plans? Are you going to fight again in three years?"

Hearing this, Ouyang Hua waved his hands repeatedly and leaned back on the chair, "I will never take the exam again. I don't have the ability and I can't stand the loneliness. If I study hard for another three years, I will go crazy."

These words, coupled with Ouyang Hua's carefree expression, made Weng Xiaoxiao laugh. "What arrangements have your family made for you?"

"Father hasn't talked to me yet, and I've been enjoying myself for a while. Yesterday, a group of friends came to welcome me, so I thought of inviting you. Since you don't like it, I won't invite you to such occasions in the future. My family doesn't allow me to sleep with other women, and I don't like that either, so don't distance yourself from me because of this."

They are all clear-headed people. Weng Xiaoxiao did not quibble and smiled slyly, "If you are really that kind of person, I'm afraid you don't have the energy to come see me right now."

Ouyang Hua laughed loudly twice, "Brother, you are already eighteen years old, what kind of person do you want to marry? If I had a biological sister, I would definitely talk to you about it, but I also have a concubine sister, who is about the same age."

However, before Weng Xiaoxiao could speak, Ouyang Hua shook his head and said, "My sister looks okay, but she is a little petty. She is not worthy of you, not worthy of you!"

Weng Xiaoxiao was a bit amused and said, "I'm not in a hurry. I'll just go with the flow. It seems like you're the one who's in a hurry, right?"

Ouyang Hua opened his folding fan with a snap and waved it gracefully, "It's not urgent, I'm not the kind of person who would settle for anything less. I have to be pleasing to the eye. It's rare to find someone with both good looks and good character."

Weng Xiaoxiao nodded in agreement. If there is no love, the two families would have to weigh and compare every aspect to make the marriage a success.

"What happened to the Tian family's cancellation of the engagement?"

"You've heard about it, too? Brother Tian passed the imperial examination and is a handsome man, so he was chosen by the daughter of a senior official in the Ministry of Revenue. This family also helped Brother Tian get a real job so smoothly. So, even if Brother Tian doesn't want to, Uncle Tian will make the decision to cancel the Yangzhou marriage."

"Do you mean that Brother Tian is willing?" Weng Xiaoxiao was a little curious.

"He himself said that it doesn't matter who he marries. If she can help him, then that's a good thing."

Tian Runze was bullied at home. Once he became successful and had another chance to rise, he would definitely seize it.

It was not appropriate to expand on such a topic, so Weng Xiaoxiao immediately shifted to the main business, "Brother Ouyang, I planted two high-yield crops. If they can be promoted, they can feed many people. Are you interested in doing this with me?"

Ouyang Hua immediately became interested when he heard it. "How productive is it? What's new?"

"Sweet potatoes and corn are all seeds purchased from overseas merchants. If planted well, the yield per mu can reach thousands of kilograms, which is two to three times that of rice."

"Wow, that would be a big deal if it were to be promoted." Ouyang Hua stood up in shock.

Even if this person doesn't like studying, he has passed the imperial examination. He has real talent and also has the scholar's concern for the people's livelihood.

"Are you interested?"

Ouyang Hua turned around and frowned, saying, "You've already grown it, what else do you need me to do? Could it be that you want to cooperate with my family's background?"

Weng Xiaoxiao couldn't help but give a thumbs up in admiration. Some things don't need to be pointed out, people will understand them as soon as they think about them.

"If new crops are to be promoted on a large scale, they naturally need the support of the government."

Ouyang Hua nodded. What Weng Xiaoxiao said was the truth and he had no reason to be embarrassed. The reason why he was willing to cooperate with the Ouyang family was naturally because of him. Who could he not ask for the benefits?

"My father has to decide how to cooperate on this matter. He might even bring someone else in."

Since they could make money together, Weng Xiaoxiao naturally understood that the Ouyang family must have a political alliance, so that they could share both benefits and risks.

"Of course, this depends on Lord Ouyang. If you don't have a suitable position for the time being, you can also take charge of this matter."

Ouyang Hua smiled and sat back down. "I am willing to do this. Actually, I don't want to enter the officialdom. It looks so glorious, but in fact... I have my eldest brother to support me at home. If I make more money, I can also support him."

After the general direction was agreed upon, the two of them went on to chat about a lot of details, and before they knew it, the afternoon was already gone.

Weng Xiaoxiao went out to relieve herself during the trip, but she didn't forget to put on some makeup when she returned, so that she would feel more comfortable.

"Try the lotus root starch that my family makes. If you like it, I'll give you some later."

Ouyang Hua picked up the small bowl, took a closer look, and couldn't help but praise, "Brother, you are great. From now on, all the things we use at home and give away will be ordered from you."

"How much can your family eat? I can afford to give away this little bit. Just help me promote it." Weng Xiaoxiao smiled slyly.

"Haha, my house has become the living signboard of your shop."

I won’t mention the pickles, which have already become famous. The little ones have new toys all the time, and everyone who sees them will ask where they bought them, and then they will buy them.

This idea is much cheaper than advertising, and it can also deepen the relationship invisibly. Weng Xiaoxiao can only make money and not lose money. "Win-win cooperation, win-win cooperation!"

Weng Xiao had never asked his family to deal with any difficult matters, so his family was willing to accept the small gifts he sent and to do favors.

Ouyang Hua knew what was going on.

Only when both good things are combined into one can we have a harmonious situation where everyone is happy.