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Gu Zhiyi nodded slightly, her expression relaxed a little: "Well, it's common for drug prices to rise. However, we should pay attention to the price next time we purchase and try to save money."

Green Lotus smiled slightly, with a glimmer of intelligence in her eyes: "Miss, don't worry, I will pay attention to it. By the way, Miss, look at this account, it seems that there is an extra income."

Gu Zhiyi glanced over, with a hint of surprise in her eyes: "Oh? Where did this come from?"

Green Radish explained, "These are the spices you made yourself last month. We sold them to the spice shop and they gave us some extra profit."

Gu Zhiyi smiled slightly, her eyes full of pride: "It seems that my spices are indeed popular. Green Radish, do you think we can expand the production scale of spices?"

Luoluo pondered for a moment, then nodded: "Miss, this is a good idea. But we need to understand the market demand first, and then decide whether to expand the scale."

Gu Zhiyi's eyes flashed with admiration, and she gently patted Luluo's hand: "You are really a good helper to me. Then I'll leave this matter to you."

A trace of joy flashed in Luluo's eyes, and she bowed her head: "Thank you for your trust, Miss. I will do my best."

The two continued to look through the account book. Gu Zhiyi suddenly stopped and frowned: "Luluo, look at this account. It seems that someone has misappropriated public funds."

Green Radish changed color and became serious: "Miss, this is a big deal. We must find out the truth immediately."

Gu Zhiyi hesitated for a moment, a hint of determination flashed in his eyes: "Luluo, go call the accountant first, I want to ask in person."

Luoluo took the order and left. After a while, the accountant was brought to Gu Zhiyi. Gu Zhiyi looked sharp and said in a serious tone, "Accountant, tell me, what's going on with this account?"

The accountant turned pale with fear and stammered, "Miss, I...I did embezzle this public fund, but I...I also used it for the expenses of the mansion..."

Gu Zhiyi's eyes flashed with disappointment, but her tone remained firm: "Accountant, misappropriating public funds is a serious crime. You must return the money immediately and accept the punishment."

The accountant nodded quickly, his eyes full of regret: "Miss, I am willing to return the money and accept any punishment."

Gu Zhiyi felt a little softened when she saw the accountant's fearful look.

The accountant is a diligent person, otherwise he would not have stayed in the Gu Mansion for so many years. She sighed and said slowly: "Accountant, you embezzled public funds privately, which is wrong, but considering your painstaking efforts, I am willing to give you a chance."

The accountant was surprised when he heard this, but then he felt grateful. He knelt down and said sincerely, "Miss, I will never forget your kindness. I am willing to accept any punishment to make up for my mistake."

Gu Zhiyi looked at the accountant, nodded slightly, and said, "In that case, you should return the money first. As for the punishment, I will make other arrangements. Luluo, go get the account book. I want to check it myself."

Green Rose went away and soon brought the account book. Gu Zhiyi opened the account book and began to check it carefully. While checking it, she asked the accountant: "Accountant, why did you embezzle public funds?"

The accountant smiled bitterly, "Miss, the expenses of the mansion have always been very high. I have been trying to save money, but some expenses are unavoidable. I saw that the money in the mansion was a little tight, so I thought of embezzling it temporarily and returning it when the financial situation of the mansion improved. I didn't expect that things would turn out like this."

Gu Zhiyi couldn't help feeling heavy in her heart as she listened to the accountant's explanation.

The accountant was telling the truth. The glory of the Gu Mansion was no longer as great as it once was. She looked at the accountant, then at Luluo, and made a decision in her heart.

She closed the account book and said to the accountant, "Accountant, please stand up. I know your difficulties, but I must deal with this matter seriously. Let's do this. You return the money first, and then kneel in the ancestral hall for a month. As for Luluo, she will be responsible for supervising you."

The accountant and Luluo heard this and quickly agreed. Although the accountant was a little reluctant, he knew that this was the punishment he deserved.

Gu Zhiyi walked out of the room and came to the hall of Gu Mansion.

In the hall, the clansmen of the Gu Mansion were gathered together, talking a lot. When they saw Gu Zhiyi, they stopped talking and bowed respectfully.

Gu Zhiyi nodded slightly, walked straight to the center of the hall, looked around at everyone, and said: "Dear clansmen, I know you are all discussing the accountant's matter. The accountant misappropriated public funds without permission, which is indeed wrong, and I have already punished him. But I want to tell you that the predicament of the Gu Mansion is not the fault of the accountant alone, but the fault of all of us."

Everyone was surprised when they heard this. They didn't expect Gu Zhiyi to say this.

Gu Zhiyi continued, "Over the years, our Gu Mansion has gradually declined for many reasons. But we can't give up just because of difficulties. We must work together and face it together. From today on, I will personally manage the finances of the mansion, and I hope everyone can support me."

Upon hearing this, everyone showed excited expressions.

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Gu Zhiyi and Xie Huixuan get along very well and have the same hobby - making money.

The spring sunshine shines through the sparse leaves, onto the faces of Gu Zhiyi and Xie Huixuan, reflecting two happy faces.

They sat in the pavilion with several plates of fresh fruits and a pot of fragrant tea in front of them. The atmosphere was harmonious and pleasant.

Gu Zhiyi took a sip of tea and looked at Xie Huixuan with a smile: "Huixuan, you are really getting better and better at running these businesses. I'm really happy that we have such a common hobby."

Xie Huixuan's eyes sparkled. She held her chin and said seriously, "Mother, you know that I have always been interested in business. It is my greatest joy to make money with you."

Gu Zhiyi smiled gently, with deep affection in her eyes: "Yes, we are indeed like-minded in this regard. However, I still want to remind you that although making money is good, you must also be careful and not be too greedy."

Xie Huixuan nodded and said seriously, "Mother, don't worry, I know my limits. Besides, I think we have made enough money now, so we can start thinking about doing something more meaningful."

Gu Zhiyi was slightly stunned and asked curiously: "Oh? What do you think?"

Xie Huixuan's eyes sparkled as she said, "I think we can use some of the money to help those poor families so that they can also live a good life. This will help us accumulate good karma."

Gu Zhiyi's eyes lit up and she said excitedly, "Hui Xuan, this is a great idea! I've always wanted to do something, but I've never had the chance. I didn't expect you to come up with such a plan."

Xie Huixuan smiled and said, "Mom, I have actually been paying attention to this aspect of things. I think that since we have the ability, we should help those who need help."

Gu Zhiyi stood up, walked to Xie Huixuan, and patted her shoulder gently: "Huixuan, you have really grown up. I am very proud of you."

Xie Huixuan smiled shyly and lowered her head, saying, "Mother, you are too kind. I just think that the purpose of making money is not just for ourselves."