Making you a son-in-law is not about making you conquer the world.

Tian Duoduo's rise to power was widely expected. The reason is simple: these people wanted to get their money and didn't dare let Jinmanlou go bankrupt.

The five shopkeepers kept their jobs, but Diao Man lay on the ground like a dead dog, and even had to suffer the contempt of everyone.

No one could have imagined that the once illustrious head of Jinmanlou would end up like this.

Not only did he lose everyone and his family, but he was also subjected to beatings and verbal abuse.

Lin Pingcai didn't care whether he lived or died; his target was Bafang Money Shop. He wasn't there to cause trouble, but to beat people up.

Shopkeeper Jin was so frightened that he wet himself, his knees buckling on the ground as he clung to Lin Ping's thighs, begging for mercy.

"Manager Jin, it seems too late for you to beg for mercy now. If you know what's good for you, get out of here so you don't dirty my hands," Lin Ping said condescendingly.

It wasn't that he lacked compassion, but rather that the other party was targeting him at every turn, and had just spoken ill of him.

If Lin Ping hadn't been able to turn the tide, he probably would have been scolded or even attacked.

"Boss, save me! I've worked diligently for Bafang Money House!" Manager Jin knew that begging Lin Ping was useless, and he could only hope that Ma Dayun would remember their past relationship.

Even if he didn't contribute anything to Bafang Money Shop, he still put in some effort.

“I really want to help you, but you’ve messed with the wrong person.” Ma Dayun shook his head helplessly and said, “If you don’t want your legs broken, you’d better get lost.”

These words struck Manager Jin like a bolt from the blue. Knowing that Lin Ping was ruthless, he no longer had the courage to stay. He lay flat on the ground and rolled outwards like a bucket.

"This is really something, haha, it's hilarious!" The onlookers burst into laughter, and they remembered the name Lin Ping.

Moreover, they understood one thing: better to offend the King of Hell than to offend Lord Ping.

This is a lesson learned in blood. Anyone who offends Master Ping will either lose everything, have their arms or legs broken, or die.

Conversely, those who offered Lin Ping even the slightest help were always repaid with great gratitude.

Diao Man's departure and Tian Duoduo's rise to power completely changed the landscape of money shops in Yingtian Prefecture.

The two companies, Bafang Money Shop and Jinmanlou, joined forces to completely crush the smaller money shops, monopolize the entire financial industry, and become two formidable dragons advancing side by side.

Under Lin Ping's leadership, the two money shops began to exchange goods and services, and even their banknotes were interchangeable, making them practically like brothers.

By this point, Lin Ping had taken control of half of the commerce in Yingtian Prefecture.

……

“Sister Linglong, that boy’s salt shops, restaurants, and clothing stores are all over Yingtian Prefecture. He has even taken over Jinmanlou and Bafang Money Shop. He has already occupied half of the commerce in Yingtian Prefecture.” Xia Yeran sighed in the palace.

“How could the simple art of business be difficult for Young Master Lin? If he were willing to assist the Lord of Jiangcheng, the whole world would probably belong to the Jiang family. If he were willing to help Brother Ye Ran and Father, who in the court would dare to harbor disloyal thoughts?” Xia Linglong said seriously.

A smile was clearly on her lips, and even her pale face had become somewhat rosy.

"Unfortunately, I deceived him..." A hint of disappointment appeared on Xia Linglong's lips, her face darkened again, and she even coughed up blood repeatedly.

Whenever Lin Ping was mentioned, she would become extremely excited, but her frail body couldn't withstand such torment.

"Hmph, this kid is simply incorrigible. Next time, I'll just tie him up and bring him here!" Xia Yeran said angrily.

He acknowledged that Lin Ping was a talented person, but he shouldn't have hurt Xia Linglong like that. Whenever he saw her haggard appearance, he even had thoughts of killing Lin Ping.

He even somewhat understood Xia Linglong's previous behavior; it wasn't that he was deliberately causing trouble for Lin Ping, but simply that he was venting his anger on behalf of his younger sister.

Xia Linglong is a princess of noble status, whom even the king cherishes, but Lin Ping doesn't know how to appreciate her and has hurt her one heartbreak after another.

"No..." Xia Linglong shook her head urgently, and began coughing up blood again.

Xia Yeran knew she couldn't persuade her otherwise, so she hurriedly explained, "That kid is very capable; I might not be able to kidnap him."

Upon hearing this, Xia Linglong chuckled and said proudly, "Of course, Brother Ye Ran is one of the best among the younger generation, but he is still far behind Young Master Lin."

Xia Yeran: ...

He was speechless. He was, after all, a prince and the top scholar in the imperial examination, and was deeply trusted by the emperor. How could he be inferior to that brat Lin Ping? It was just that Xia Linglong loved him because of his love for Lin Ping.

These words, of course, could not be spoken aloud, lest they spoil Xia Linglong's good mood.

"Between him and Miss Zhou..." Xia Linglong suddenly lowered her voice, and even her expression became timid.

“They have a good relationship, little sister, don’t worry about it.” Xia Yeran replied coldly. He really didn’t know what this girl was thinking. She clearly liked Lin Ping, but hoped that he could be with another woman.

Xia Linglong nodded with satisfaction and said, "That's good. Since Jiang Yunying left, he really needs someone to take care of him. Don't be fooled by his carefree attitude; he doesn't know how to take care of his health. Miss Zhou is also a good girl."

The sound grew fainter and fainter until it was barely a whisper in the back of the throat.

"Linglong, you did nothing wrong, and you don't need to feel indebted to Miss Zhou, nor do you owe Lin Ping anything. Why are you torturing yourself like this?" Xia Yeran said loudly, almost unable to suppress her anger.

Ever since Zhou Xiyin was kidnapped by the notorious womanizer, Xia Linglong has been resentful and even imagines herself as an utterly wicked person.

She felt indebted to Zhou Xiyin, but now that she knew that Zhou Xiyin had a good relationship with Lin Ping, she was relieved.

"The King has arrived!" The eunuch outside the door announced loudly, and everyone inside knelt down and kowtowed.

"Your subject Xia Yeran pays respects to Your Majesty," Xia Yeran said respectfully.

"Between uncle and nephew, there's no need for such formalities," the king said earnestly as he helped him up.

In recent days, Xia Yeran has cracked several cases in succession, and is deeply loved by the people. If nothing unexpected happens, he will be able to officially enter the court by the end of the year and fight alongside the emperor.

At that time, they will be able to implement the new policies in a bold and decisive manner.

Previously, it was necessary to unite with the Left Army Grand Commander, and Xia Linglong was the most crucial factor.

Behind the king were two elderly men, each accompanied by two young boys, all carrying medicine chests.

"Your Highness, we pay our respects to the Princess and the Prefect." The two performed the proper courtesies and kowtowed loudly.

"Physicians, please examine the princess's condition immediately," the king urged.

The two men walked somewhat awkwardly to Xia Linglong's bedside, took her pulse, and shook their heads repeatedly.

This was not the first time they had treated the princess; in fact, she had taken several courses of medicine, but not only did her condition not improve, it worsened.

"A bunch of quacks! If you can't cure the princess's illness, I'll chop you all down!" The king was furious and almost struck someone.