After crossing, I surrounded the capital from the countryside

Just as Manager Zhao was trying to calm down, Xu Qingqing arrived at the door.

"Manager Zhao, how is business lately?" Xu Qingqing greeted with a smile, but her eyes revealed a hint of scrutiny.

Shopkeeper Zhao looked up and saw Xu Qingqing, and was startled, but then he regained his composure. He had expected Xu Qingqing to come, so he had already prepared a disguise.

The corners of his mouth slightly raised, revealing a faint smile, and he responded softly: "TOEFL TOEFL, the business of the small shop is just so-so, barely enough to make a living."

After the two of them exchanged some pleasantries, Xu Qingqing decided not to beat around the bush and went straight to the point: "Manager Zhao, I heard some bad news recently. Someone is playing some tricks behind the scenes. I wonder if you have heard anything about it?"

Hearing this, Shopkeeper Zhao's heart tightened, but his face did not show any abnormality. He still replied calmly: "Oh? What are you talking about? I don't know about it yet."

Xu Qingqing stared closely at the changes in Manager Zhao's expression, trying to detect any clues from his eyes and subtle movements.

Then, she further asked: "Yesterday, someone actually tried to find someone to sneak into Lun Xiaoyao and poison him. Fortunately, I discovered it in time and caught him on the spot. I wonder what Shopkeeper Zhao thinks about this matter?"

Shopkeeper Zhao was getting increasingly nervous, his heart beating like a drum, but he still pretended to be calm, smiled and said nonchalantly: "This matter is indeed tricky, but you have to make the decision yourself."

As he spoke, he raised his hand, picked up the teapot, and slowly poured the tea into the cup in front of Xu Qingqing.

Taking this opportunity, Xu Qingqing's eyes inadvertently swept across Manager Zhao's right index finger, and then she lowered her head as if nothing had happened, concealing the expression in her eyes.

It’s not him!

There is no mole on the index finger of Manager Zhao’s right hand as the man in black said!

Who could that be?

Since he is not Manager Zhao, why does he sound guilty and nervous in his words and actions?

Or is it that this matter is related to him, but he was not the one who did it?

Xu Qingqing was even more confused, but she remained calm. You can't question someone without any evidence.

"But I have heard a lot of good things about Manager Zhao in the past two days." Xu Qingqing picked up the teacup, gently blew away the hot steam on the surface, and took a sip.

Upon hearing this, Shopkeeper Zhao paused while pouring water and said, "Oh? What kind of good words are you talking about?"

"Everyone says that you, Shopkeeper Zhao, are a kind person and fair in doing business. You never shortchange people." Xu Qingqing looked at Shopkeeper Zhao with a smile.

Shopkeeper Zhao laughed dryly and said, "This is all because of everyone's flattery. I am just doing my job."

Xu Qingqing saw all of Shopkeeper Zhao's reactions, and she had already made up her mind. She put down her teacup, stood up, patted her dress lightly, and tidied her appearance.

Then, she turned around and gave Shopkeeper Zhao a meaningful smile: "Since you have come here today, I will not bother you any more. However, in this world, news always spreads very quickly. If Shopkeeper Zhao hears any interesting news in the future, please let me know."

Shopkeeper Zhao felt mixed emotions when he heard Xu Qingqing's words. He knew that Xu Qingqing was warning him and testing him.

He was secretly thinking about how to respond, but on his face he could only maintain a kind look: "Don't worry, Miss Xu, if I really heard anything, I will tell you the first time."

Xu Qingqing nodded with satisfaction and turned to leave. Her steps were light and firm, yet she carried an unstoppable momentum.

After Xu Qingqing left, Shopkeeper Zhao sat there for a long time without moving.

His face was gloomy and uncertain, but countless thoughts were churning in his mind.

After Xu Qingqing returned to Lun Xiaoyao, she immediately summoned several reliable subordinates and ordered them to secretly monitor Manager Zhao's every move.

Report immediately if there is any movement.

She always felt that Shopkeeper Zhao was inextricably linked to this matter. Although there was no direct evidence pointing to him yet, Xu Qingqing believed that as long as she remained vigilant and observed carefully, she would be able to find clues.

Also, if it really wasn’t Manager Zhao, then who on earth would want to harm Lun Xiaoyao?

At present, the enemy is in the dark and I am in the light. We can only be more cautious and deal with it with all our strength.

……

Time flies, and several days have passed. The first ray of sunlight in the morning shines through the thin clouds and shines on the quiet second floor of Lun Xiaoyao.

That’s right, it’s quiet. The second floor currently does not have the traffic that Xu Qingqing expects.

Xu Qingqing stood quietly in front of the window, her eyes as deep as a pool of water, seeming to contain endless wisdom and calmness. Although the scene before her was not as she wished, she did not show any anxiety.

She was seen gently flipping through the account book and the recent intelligence materials about Manager Zhao, carefully examining and pondering each page. Her focused and calm expression seemed to tell the world that no matter how unpredictable the outside world was, she always had her own rhythm and calculations in her heart.

The breeze blew through the window, blowing a few strands of hair onto her fair cheeks, but she was completely unaware. At this moment, she was completely immersed in analyzing the business situation and the dynamics of the culprit who might have done the dirty work...

……

On this day, the sun was exceptionally bright and the sky was clear blue.

The sunlight shines through the gauze window lattices, casting patches of light into Mrs. Zhang's room.

Mrs. Zhang sat in front of the dressing table, looking at the mirror given by Xu Qingqing, thinking about the banquet she was going to attend today.

"Xiao Cui, bring the clothes and jewelry that Lun Xiaoyao sent that day. Wear them today."

"Yes"

After a while, Xiao Cui gently pushed the door open and walked in, holding a few exquisite gift boxes in her hands. The boxes were embroidered with intricate patterns and exuded a faint fragrance.

She walked up to Mrs. Zhang and gently opened the gift boxes one by one. Inside were a glittering brocade dress, two sets of dazzling jewelry, and some favorite items that Mrs. Zhang had chosen herself.

"It's so beautiful! No matter how many times I see it, it always makes my eyes light up!" Mrs. Zhang exclaimed. She reached out and gently stroked the fabric of the long skirt. The smooth touch made her love it.

"Madam, let me put it on for you." Xiao Cui said, carefully taking out the long skirt that looked like a beautiful scroll, gently unfolding it, and preparing to put it on Madam Zhang.

Mrs. Zhang nodded and stood up cooperatively.

Xiao Cui first put on a matching close-fitting inner garment for Mrs. Zhang. This inner garment seemed to be tailor-made for Mrs. Zhang and fit her skin perfectly.

Then Xiao Cui gently put the long skirt on Mrs. Zhang with soft and skillful movements.

She carefully adjusted the hem of the skirt to make sure it fit perfectly. Then, she tied a belt for Mrs. Zhang. The gems on the belt sparkled in the sun, adding a bit of nobility.