Starting from a thatched cottage, the farmer embarked on the road to wealth through imperial examina

Seeing that Ye Changyan was the only one who returned to Yunfeng Tower, Zhong Yunfeng stepped forward to inquire about the situation.

Ye Changyan and Zhong Yunfeng went to a room in the backyard, and then he told them about his plan to buy the brother and sister.

"That's good that it wasn't arranged by someone with ulterior motives. Since you plan to buy this pair of siblings, I'll go to the accounting office and withdraw cash for you later."

After hearing what Ye Changyan said, Zhong Yunfeng finally felt relieved. He was happy to see Ye Changyan's plan to buy the brother and sister. They would move to the newly built courtyard after the year. This two-courtyard house could be considered a very grand mansion in Shanglin Village.

Now that Ye Changyan has achieved fame and success, it is only natural for him to keep maids and servants. This way, Erniu won't have to cook all day and can do more needlework. Wulang will have more time to read and study. Ye's father is in poor health, so having maids and servants to serve him will also be much easier for Lian's family.

As he said that, Zhong Yunfeng was about to get up to get the silver, but was stopped by Ye Changyan.

"Don't worry, I have something else to tell you."

Zhong Yunfeng, who was stopped by Ye Changyan, sat back in his chair and waited for Ye Changyan to continue.

"I have already discussed the matter of hydrosol and perfume with Huang Huamin."

Zhong Yunfeng looked excited and asked expectantly, "Did he agree to give you 20% of the shares?"

Seeing Zhong Yunfeng's excited and expectant eyes, Ye Changyan nodded, but he valued Zhong Yunfeng even more in his heart. Originally, he had agreed with Zhong Yunfeng on a 30-70 split of the deal. Seeing that the business was taken away by someone else, Zhong Yunfeng was not only not emotional, but was very happy for himself. It seemed that Zhong Yunfeng did not care too much about gains and losses in front of him, which made Zhong Yunfeng's status in Ye Changyan's mind rise again.

"I promised him that after today I would first transfer the stock from Zhong's Goods Store to him, and I would arrange the remaining stock for him after I return."

"It is true that we are too busy today. My father is also busy entertaining guests in this building. I will tell him later and I will arrange to have the goods delivered to Huang Huamin tomorrow."

Ye Changyan nodded and then expressed his thoughts.

"Yunfeng, I originally agreed to split the business of this hydrosol and perfume with you 70% to 30%. Now that the business has been transferred to Huang Huamin, and I have also obtained the shares of Yanzhilou, I plan to give you half of the shares of Yanzhilou..."

Before Ye Changyan could finish his words, Zhong Yunfeng interrupted him.

"Brother, you are being distant with me by saying this. Do you not consider me as your brother?"

Seeing Zhong Yunfeng interrupting him, Ye Changyan still planned to express his thoughts.

"Yunfeng, please listen to me. I originally negotiated a deal with you, but now it has been transferred to someone else. It is reasonable for me to give you some compensation. If you hold shares in Bancheng Yanzhilou, it will enrich your asset allocation and prevent your assets from being too single and concentrated."

"Brother, I am very grateful for your kindness. If you had not chosen me, Zhong Yunfeng, let alone the branch of Yunfenglou in Yuzhou Prefecture, I am afraid that the Yunfenglou in Wanshou County would have a hard time operating under the impact of Rujixian. Moreover, under your guidance, we have also opened a cattle farm and a processing workshop. Although I, Zhong Yunfeng, am ambitious, I also know how to be content."

Ye Changyan saw that Zhong Yunfeng's face was flushed with excitement, but Zhong Yunfeng's words made Ye Changyan feel very warmed. Ye Changyan nodded at him slowly, indicating that he agreed with Zhong Yunfeng's words.

"These hydrosols and perfumes are indeed not suitable for sale in Zhong's Store. I have no complaints about the transfer of this business to Huang Huamin."

Zhong Yunfeng felt a little dry in the mouth, so he picked up the teacup and drank it all in one gulp. He took two deep breaths and then continued.

"To be honest, even my elder brother, who is related to me by blood, doesn't treat me as well as you do. I really treat you as a brother. There is no need to mention the matter of Yanzhilou shares in the future. If you really want to compensate me, if there is any business suitable for me, Zhong Yunfeng, in the future, just don't forget me."

Since Zhong Yunfeng had already said this, Ye Changyan did not bring it up any further. The two of them smiled at each other, then stood up and walked out of the room.

Ye Changyan got the cash from Yunfeng Building and returned to the bun shop, only to see that the brother and sister had already finished their meal.

Ye Changyan sat down on the stool, took out the silver he had prepared and handed it to Fang Xiaotong.

"Little boy, this is 220 taels of silver. You and your sister should take it back and pay off your debts to your relatives, friends, and neighbors. Use the remaining money to buy a sturdier coffin for your mother."

When Fang Xiaotong and his sister saw the money Ye Changyan handed over, they were about to kneel down and kowtow, but were supported by Liang Jingcheng and Erniu, and then they listened to Ye Changyan continue to speak.

"I think that after your brother and sister have paid back the money, relatives and neighbors will help with your mother's funeral. You can use the remaining money to prepare a few simple banquets to leave some memories for your relatives and neighbors. When your father is sent back, he will be buried in the village. Compared with this, relatives and neighbors will help take care of him."

After hearing what Ye Changyan said, Fang Xiaotong and his sister burst into tears and cried inconsolably. No matter how Liang Jingcheng and Erniu supported them, the brother and sister struggled desperately to kowtow to Ye Changyan. Seeing that the brother and sister were determined, Ye Changyan signaled to Liang Jingcheng and Erniu, and they let go of the brother and sister.

The brother and sister kowtowed to the ground hard, and blood oozed out after a few times. After kowtowed to Ye Changyan, they turned around and kowtowed to others, until they had kowtowed to everyone present. Then they stood up with the help of Liang Jingcheng and Erniu.

"It's getting late now, you two should go back quickly."

Fang Xiaotong then carefully put away the silver and took his sister towards the west gate.

At this moment, Ye Changyan's right ring finger twitched twice. An ominous premonition came to his mind, and he intuitively felt that the brother and sister might be in danger.

Seeing the brother and sister walking away, Ye Changyan spoke to Mr. Cai and Liang Jingcheng.

"Teacher, these siblings are carrying so much silver. I'm worried they might get into danger. Can I ask Brother Lu to help follow them and see what's going on? If necessary, come to their rescue."

After listening to Ye Changyan's words, Mr. Cai nodded, and then listened to Liang Jingcheng speaking to Lu Tingfeng.

"Tingfeng, you should quietly follow this brother and sister for the next two days, and help them if they are in danger."

Lu Tingfeng nodded and followed quietly.

Fang Xiaotong and his sister hurried towards the west city gate. They were worried about things at home and didn't pay attention to the situation around them. They went straight out of the west city gate.

After leaving the west gate, the further we got towards the village, the more desolate and secluded the road became.

After Fang Xiaotong and his sister got off the official road, they set foot on a mountain road. In a place with dense forests, three burly men holding sticks suddenly jumped out of the dense forest and blocked the brother and sister's way with ferocious looks on their faces.