After rebirth, the Queen of Madness has gone against the will of Heaven

The two fell silent for a moment. Judging from the current situation, Murong Feng was almost certain to take over Yu Qingli's shop. If anyone wanted to stop Murong Feng now, they would probably have to start with the Bai family.

"Forget it, let's take a long-term approach to this matter. Even if we worry about it here, it won't help. How about this, since we have nothing else to do, why don't we go and see that scholar?"

Yu Qingli's proposal was naturally approved by Xiluo. Although she didn't quite understand why the young lady valued a down-and-out scholar so much, judging from the young lady's expression, this person would become a helper in the future.

When Yu Qingli and Xiluo arrived, the servant arranged by Yu Qingli in the yard opened the door for them. When he was about to go and report, Yu Qingli stopped him, and the master and servant quietly walked into the yard.

Lin Yutang was reading a book in the yard. He was reading very seriously and didn't even notice Yu Qingli and the others entering the yard. It was not until Yu Qingli and the others stood in front of him that Lin Yutang raised his head and was immediately surprised and happy!

"Miss, when did you come here?"

Yu Qingli smiled faintly and said, "I just arrived not long ago. I saw that you were reading, so I didn't disturb you."

"I was just killing time when I had nothing to do. If I had known the young lady had arrived, I should have gone out to greet her!"

Yu Qingli smiled, sat down at the table in the hall, and casually asked a few questions about Lin Yutang's life. Lin Yutang answered them one by one.

However, Lin Yutang suddenly discovered that the fairy-like lady in front of him seemed a little absent-minded. Even though she tried to suppress it, the sadness between her brows was still very obvious.

Lin Yutang hesitated for a moment, and finally couldn't help asking, "Miss, are you worried about something?"

Yu Qingli said calmly, "It's not really a big deal, it's just that I've had some troubles lately."

Lin Yutang's heart moved. He had received many favors from others, but he had never had the chance to repay them. Although the young lady was full of confidence in him and felt that he would definitely pass the imperial examination, the result was still unknown. If he failed in the future, wouldn't he have no chance to repay her?

Thinking of this, Lin Yutang asked with concern, "I wonder if you could let me know something?"

"I'll tell you something. I've told you before that I own a few shops, and the business is pretty good. But recently, these shops have been targeted by someone, and some even want to take them over. I don't know what to do."

Yu Qingli sighed, and it was like a sharp stone hitting Lin Yutang's heart, making his heart tremble. His benefactor was in trouble, and he didn't know who was so domineering and bullying!

Seeing Yu Qingli frowning in distress, Lin Yutang felt very uncomfortable. He tried hard to think about how to help Yu Qingli.

"Miss, I do have a plan, but I don't know if it's feasible!"

"Oh? Come and listen."

"Since the other party has set their sights on your shop, it must be something in it that has caught his attention. If that's the case, you might as well destroy it rather than letting someone else take advantage of it."

Yu Qingli was stunned for a moment, then laughed and said, "This strategy of defending against one thousand enemies while destroying eight hundred of your own is not bad, but if you do this, not only will your own shop be destroyed, but it may not cause any losses to the enemy. In the end, won't you be the one who suffers? This is really a bad strategy unless it's absolutely necessary."

Lin Yutang was filled with shame. He had finally come up with a solution, but it turned out to be such a method that would harm himself and benefit others. It was really embarrassing.

As if sensing Lin Yutang's discomfort, Yu Qingli smiled and said, "Don't worry, young master. You've been well-versed in the classics since childhood, so naturally you don't know much about the affairs of the business world. In fact, the relationship between officials and businessmen is one, and many things are interconnected. It's just that one is after money, and the other is after power."

Lin Yutang nodded repeatedly, but the emotion in his heart deepened a little. Could this woman who had such a thorough understanding of the officialdom be a daughter of an official?

Lin Yutang looked up and saw Yu Qingli's face with a little more longing. This was probably the only time in his life that he was moved. His encounter with this young lady was just like a story in a vernacular novel. Although the process was tortuous, it was basically the same. For a young lady like this, any scholar would be willing to give his whole life for her.

However, Lin Yutang also knew that with his current status and position, he was obviously not worthy of this young lady, so he could only work hard to become the one who could be worthy of her!

And right now, all he can do is to help Yu Qingli find a good solution as soon as possible to overcome this difficulty!

Unfortunately, Lin Yutang suddenly discovered that scholars are indeed useless. When the critical moment came, what he had learned was of no use at all, which made him extremely upset.

In fact, Yu Qingli came here purely to relax, and did not expect Lin Yutang to give him any good ideas. Yu Qingli knew in his heart that although the scholar in front of him had experienced a disaster and had some changes in his thinking, he had not changed much in his bones. Many things still seemed simple and ignorant to him. It would be faster to find two thugs on the street than to ask him for help.

However, Lin Yutang is indeed worthy of cultivation. At least, he is willing to change himself to cater to the world and will not be as complacent as those other pedantic scholars.

So, Yu Qingli changed the subject and talked about other things with Lin Yutang, and they had a very pleasant conversation.

As the sky gradually darkened, Yu Qingli stood up to say goodbye. Although Lin Yutang was reluctant to let her go, he also understood that there were differences between men and women. If the young lady stayed, it would only be bad for her reputation.

Xiluo had already rented a carriage and was waiting outside the door. As soon as Yu Qingli came out, she got in the carriage, and then the carriage sped away.

The moment Yu Qingli went out, Lin Yutang suddenly thought of a great plan in his mind. He couldn't wait to tell Yu Qingli about this idea, and immediately chased after her, but Yu Qingli's carriage had already left, and he could only see the shadow of a carriage in the distance.

At this moment, Lin Yutang was extremely unwilling. He felt as if something he loved was right in front of him, but he couldn't reach it. So, in the servant's surprised eyes, Lin Yutang lifted up his robe and ran out.

"Master, Master Lin, where are you going?"

The servant was shouting behind him, but Lin Yutang ignored him. He only wanted to catch up with the carriage as quickly as possible and tell Yu Qingli the idea he had just come up with.

So, in the sunset, a scholar-like man ran wildly on the street, attracting many people's attention. Some even secretly speculated that this man was a madman. However, his appearance and the clothes he was wearing did not seem to be crazy.

Lin Yutang also felt that he might have gone crazy, but he just couldn't stop. His heart was clamoring that he must tell the young lady about the good idea he had. Whenever he thought of the young lady's slightly frowning eyebrows, his heart ached. He really couldn't bear it.

If possible, Lin Yutang only hoped that he could protect this woman under his wings and shelter her from the wind and rain. But now, he was being protected by her instead. How could he not be moved by such friendship?

He was a weak scholar, and the only thing he could rely on was his knowledgeable head. But just now in front of the young lady, he behaved like an ignorant child, which was really unbearable for him.

Lin Yutang ran frantically towards the carriage, but how could his legs possibly keep up? He panted and panted until he finally collapsed from exhaustion. His vision blurred as the carriage drifted further and further away, finally becoming a tiny dot and disappearing from his sight.

"Master, son..."

The vague voice in his ears made Lin Yutang very upset. How could he be so useless!

Yu Qingli was naturally unaware of all this, but halfway through the journey, she told Xiluo to turn the car around and prepare to go to the Beauty House!

In Wuyi Lane, the business of the Beauty Shop was still booming. Yu Qingli and Xiluo entered through the side door and were soon brought in by a doorman.

In the private room on the second floor, Yu Qingli sat and sipped tea. The fine Mingqian Longjing tea exuded a faint fragrance, and the melodious and ethereal music exuded incomparable elegance, which gradually calmed people's minds. The mahogany door was gently pushed open, and Qu Linlang walked in with a smile on her face.

"Sister, you are such a rare visitor. How come you have time to come to my place today?"

As Qu Linlang spoke, she placed the tray in her hand on the table. Several exquisite small plates were filled with fragrant snacks.

Yu Qingli did not answer Qu Linlang's question, but turned her attention to the exquisite snacks. "What is this? It smells so good."

Yu Qingli's appetite was immediately piqued. Qu Linlang smiled and said, "These are some snacks we just developed. Each one is blended with a different floral scent. Sister, try them and see how they taste."

Yu Qingli was not polite either. She hadn't had a drop of water since lunch and was really hungry at this moment. She picked up a piece of cake and put it in her mouth, then said with satisfaction, "It's really good, with good color, fragrance and taste. It seems that many people come to the Beauty Shop just for these cakes!"

"If that's the case, I'd love it!"

Qu Linlang sat down opposite Yu Qingli, quietly waiting for Yu Qingli to speak. She knew very well in her heart that Yu Qingli probably had something to talk to her about.

Sure enough, after a moment, Yu Qingli frowned slightly and expressed her troubles. After listening to her, Qu Linlang fell into silence.

"Sister, what do you think we should do about this?"

Qu Linlang sighed inwardly, "If it were an ordinary family, they would just refuse such a request. But the other party is Jinxiu Villa, and they have many connections with the eldest prince. Qingli, you are really in a difficult position! However, although I am a few years older than you, there are some things I am not very proficient in, so I am afraid I don't have any good ideas."

"Alas, I was just grumbling. I also know in my heart that if I want to resolve this matter, I'm afraid I need to make careful plans!"