After traveling through time, I led the whole village to become rich!

In Zhang Hulan's view, if one wants to succeed in this world, one must either have power or money. Power is more important, because otherwise, no matter how much money you have, it won't necessarily be yours.

Why do people all over the world think studying is good? Why do people all want to study?

How many people really study for the sake of studying? They all study for fame, wealth, and power.

Zhang Hulan certainly wanted power, but she knew it was impossible. If she were to get closer to Wu Deyong and Ye Hongyun, it would be like paving the way for Zhang Xiaojun, Zhang Xiaobing, and her future son-in-law.

Zhang Hulan remembered what Ye Hongyun said, that her family had no shortage of silks and satins awarded by the emperor, which meant that Wu Deyong or Ye Hongyun's family background was extraordinary.

If you don't have power, then cultivate your own people. Then build good relationships with those who have power. This is also a way.

Zhang Hulan was thinking too much, so much so that she was a little absent-minded for a moment.

Seeing that Zhang Hulan had remained silent, Wang Xingren asked, "Mrs. Zhang, do you have any other concerns? Are you doubting my identity?"

So, I just came from the capital the day before yesterday, and I happen to be going to Changning County to visit my aunt. Come with me to the Changning County government office, and let my aunt and uncle tell you whether my family and my maternal grandfather's family are trustworthy.

You should believe what your county magistrate and his wife say, right?"

Zhang Hulan smiled. It wasn't impossible. She had a good impression of Ye Hongyun and Wu Deyong. If Ye Hongyun acted as a guarantor, she would be more convinced.

"When will Mr. Wang go to Changning County?"

"Tomorrow," Wang Xingren said, "I ran away secretly. I can't stay here for long, or my mother will send someone to take me back. We'd better settle this matter as soon as possible."

Zhang Hulan smiled again and nodded, "Okay, I'll go to the county government office to see Madam Ye after noon tomorrow."

"Okay, then it's settled."

Zhang Hulan stood up and said, "Okay, then we'll take our leave."

Wang Xingren asked, "Why don't you have lunch here before you leave?"

"No, we have things to do when we get back."

Wang Xingren waved his hand. "Alright then. I won't keep you two here any longer. Oh, by the way..."

Wang Xingren then said, "I heard from the shopkeeper that you originally came here to cooperate with my restaurant, but the waiter was blind and kicked you out. I beat that waiter the day before yesterday, and his butt is swollen. Don't bother with him."

Did your butt get swollen? Zhang Hulan once again felt that Wang Xingren was a little unreliable.

Zhang Hulan just smiled and said goodbye and left.

On the way back, Zhang Hulan continued to think about Fangzi in the donkey cart.

Whether it was sold or given away, it had a great impact on her later life.

She planned to raise ducks and geese to make braised duck and goose in the future. If she sold the recipe, she would only be able to sell them as poultry.

If they wanted to cooperate, she would not go to Beijing; as for business, it would be whatever Wang Xingren said.

Forget it, forget it, don’t think about it anymore. There are gains and losses, and there is no such thing as having the best of both worlds in the world.

Zhang Hulan didn't dwell on it for too long. For the sake of her children and nephews' future, she accepted the loss. If her children and nephews and son-in-law became successful in the future, it would also benefit her.

In fact, she wouldn't suffer much loss. Raising ducks and geese would just bring in less profit, but she could plant some spices like osmanthus and star anise early on. The demand for spices would surely increase in the future, and she could even sell them.

Besides, her goal was to be a big landlord, not a big businessman.

As a businessman, you have to travel all year round and have no time to spend with your children.

It would be nice to devote myself to breeding and planting in the future, and watch my three daughters grow up.

After her goal became clear again, Zhang Hulan felt a sudden sense of enlightenment. Don't take money too seriously, even if you spend it, you will get it back...

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When they got home, Wang and the others asked how the business went. They all hoped that Zhang Hulan's business would grow bigger and bigger.

Zhang Hulan said that the negotiation had not been finalized yet and the result would be known after she went to the county government office tomorrow.

The next morning, Wang Xingren set off early for the Changning County Government Office.

When Ye Hongyun saw Wang Xingren again, she was surprised and asked, "Xingren, you sneaked out again?"

Wang Xingren stepped forward with a smile and said, "Aunt, before I came here this time, I went to see my cousin in Yunyang. My cousin asked me to take a letter to you and your uncle."

Ye Hongyun said in surprise: "Yang'er wrote me a letter? Where's the letter? Give it to me quickly."

Wang Xingren took out a letter and handed it to Ye Hongyun. Ye Hongyun snatched it and couldn't wait to open the envelope and read it.

Dear parents, I feel very happy to see you in person. I bow my head in respect.

Since my parents left home, I have missed them day and night and have been eagerly waiting for their return.

Although I have the loving care of my grandparents, I still long for the presence of my parents.

I follow my parents' instructions and study diligently every day.

Every morning when he woke up, he would greet his grandparents and then recite poems and books, never slacking off.

In school, he also focused on his studies, hoping to live up to his parents' expectations.

My grandparents are in good health and everything is going well at home.

I wonder if the place where Dad is assigned is far away? Is the journey safe? With Mom by his side, I will surely take good care of Dad's daily life.

I only wish that my parents are in good health and everything goes well.

Letters cannot express everything, I hope my parents take care of themselves.

Respectfully submitted by your son Yunyang

Ye Hongyun wiped her tears while reading the letter.

Wang Xingren comforted her, "Aunt, don't worry too much about my cousin. He's doing well at home."

Wu Deyong walked in at this time and saw Ye Hongyun with red eyes. He asked anxiously: "What's wrong, Madam? Did something happen at home?"

Wang Xingren hurriedly said, "Don't worry, uncle. Everything is fine at home. I just read the letter from my cousin Yunyang. I guess I miss him."

"My son wrote to me?" Wu Deyong also showed a look of surprise on his face.

Ye Hongyun handed the letter to Wu Deyong. After reading it, Wu Deyong said, "My son has grown up!"

Ye Hongyun said, "How come Yang'er has grown up so quickly? He was still so young. It's hard for Yang'er to be separated from us at such a young age. I wonder if anyone bullies him in the academy?"

"Don't worry, auntie. With me in the academy, who dares to bully cousin Yunyang? I've also told a few of my brothers to keep an eye on him. Anyone who dares to bully cousin Yunyang will be beaten to death."

Wang Xingren suddenly looked at Wu Deyong and asked, "Uncle, why have you lost so much weight? And you've lost so much weight?"

"Uncle, don't work too hard. You don't have to do everything yourself. Let your subordinates do things you can. Take my brother-in-law for example. He has a lot of free time all day."

Wu Deyong coughed dryly and then said, "Ahem... Since I'm an official, I must be responsible for the people.

It's all right to endure hardships and fatigue. I must live up to this official uniform, live up to the trust the emperor has placed in me, and live up to the trust the people have placed in me..."