Having transmigrated into a book, who would still want to be a secondary wife?

"Chenxiang, even His Highness the King of Chu is here. Do you really think the fried chicken our young lady mentioned will taste good?"

Duanwu looked on with curiosity. They had never heard of fried chicken before, but everything was done according to the young lady's instructions.

It was originally our own business, so it wouldn't matter if it wasn't good. But now that even His Highness the Prince of Chu has been alarmed, wouldn't it be embarrassing if it didn't taste good?

"If Miss says it's delicious, then it must be delicious!" Chenxiang had no doubt at all. "I think Miss can do anything well. This fried chicken must be especially delicious, and it will become a hit throughout the entire capital!"

As they were talking, the fried chicken was ready. After being sprinkled with cumin and chili powder, Song Ruozhen looked at the two people in front of her with a smile.

"You guys have a taste."

Song Jingshen unconsciously looked at Chu Junting, "Your Highness, please taste it first."

Chu Junting was very interested in the snacks made by Song Ruozhen. He felt that this girl was usually indifferent to many things, as if she had everything under control.

However, when she talked about snacks this time, her eyes and brows became particularly lively, adding a touch of charm and cuteness.

"Click."

The moment the fried chicken enters your mouth, a crispy sound fills the air, followed by a rich aroma that spreads throughout your mouth.

The crispy outer skin paired with tender and juicy chicken is incredibly delicious, and the double flavor of cumin and chili makes it even more tasty.

Chu Junting's handsome eyes flashed with surprise, and he praised without reservation: "It is truly delicious. This is the first time I have ever eaten such a special snack. I have never seen it in other shops before."

Song Jingshen had already smelled the special aroma, and after Chu Junting tasted it, he couldn't wait to try it himself.

"This is delicious! It's really delicious!"

Song Jingshen praised it endlessly, his mouth never stopping, his eyes shining like stars.

"Fifth sister, when did you learn such a wonderful skill? I'm sure this snack will soon become a sensation throughout the entire capital."

The fruits and snacks we usually eat are pretty good, but none of them compare to this. It smells so good!

Song Jingshen, who has been in business for many years, knows very well the value of this fried chicken. Not only can it be popular in the capital, but they can even open this shop all over the country. There is no need to worry about business!

Song Ruozhen chuckled. It had been quite a while since she had tasted this flavor, after all, it was a food that few people on the streets didn't love.

"Can you rest assured now? I've also made arrangements for the remaining shops to sell other snacks."

Fortunately, most of the shops on this street sell cosmetics, hairpins, jewelry, and clothing that young women like. It's a good option for girls to meet up with friends, shop around, and then buy some snacks and drinks, or perhaps take some home with them.

She wasn't exactly an expert in business before, but she knew a little bit about it; the principles of business are applicable both in ancient and modern times.

This street is usually very lively. It would be a waste not to make use of it and instead make everyone go to the restaurants on the next street to buy things.

“That’s right. I had the same idea before, but the remaining shops are too small for restaurants or teahouses. The snacks you’re thinking of are really good.”

Song Jingshen's face was full of smiles, but he couldn't help but ask curiously, "Fifth Sister, you said you also have plans for the next shop, do you have other ideas?"

"Of course we do, but there's no rush, let's take it slow."

Song Ruozhen nodded with a smile. Just the fried chicken alone should make tomorrow's business very booming. She also wanted to make grilled sausages, but her older brother was getting engaged soon, so she was afraid they couldn't focus too much on business.

"I'll listen to you." Song Jingshen was clearly a doting brother to his sister, agreeing with whatever she said.

At this moment, Song Ruozhen suddenly noticed a gaze falling on them from around the corner ahead, and unconsciously looked over.

The other party was a middle-aged man. When he saw that Song Ruozhen had noticed him, he did not dodge but instead smiled and nodded.

"Fourth brother, who is that?"

Song Jingshen looked in the direction of Song Ruozhen's gaze, only to find that the man had already turned around, and he could not recognize him at all just by looking at his back.

"I don't know, I didn't see what it looked like."

“Those are people from the Gu family,” Chu Junting explained.

Song Ruozhen was slightly taken aback. "The Gu family? Madam Qin's maternal family?"

“That’s right. The shops on this street were part of the dowry that the Gu family gave to Madam Qin. I heard that the Gu family had people helping to manage them over the years, but now that the shops belong to you, it must have been a coincidence that you stumbled upon them.”

Upon hearing this, Song Jingshen couldn't help but worry, "Could it be that they feel we've taken over this shop and are resentful towards us?"

The Gu family has a powerful background, but they've never really crossed paths with the Song family. However, this time they've taken over an entire street of shops, and their conflict with the Qin family is escalating...

If the Gu family gets involved, things will definitely become more complicated.

Thinking about the man she had just met, Song Ruozhen had already guessed what he was talking about after Chu Junting's words.

Actually... she had a suspicion in her heart before, and now she could investigate it properly in this direction!

"The Gu family is of noble character and can distinguish right from wrong. They are not the kind of people who resort to violence. This shop is a compensation from the Qin family to you as an apology. The Gu family will not make a fuss about this matter, so you can rest assured."

Chu Junting's eyes were serious. He knew Grand Tutor Gu and admired him greatly.

The Gu family is full of loyal and righteous people, and they would never be so blinded by right and wrong as to deliberately cause trouble over something like this.

"I think so too. Although we met just now, the other party didn't seem to have any ill intentions."

Song Ruozhen smiled slightly, glanced at Song Jingshen who was still somewhat worried, and said, "Perhaps we are destined to be connected with the Gu family?"

Song Jingshen: "???" What kind of fate? A tragic fate?

While Song Ruozhen and the others were having a pleasant conversation, Liu Ruyan truly felt that a tragic fate had befallen her.

As soon as Liu Feiyan entered the Song family's gate, she started crying and complaining that Liu Ruyan was inactive and refused to help her nephew Sun Hanfei when he was in trouble.

"Sister, you know that Hanfei is my life and my lifeline. I am not as fortunate as you to have given birth to so many children in succession."

I only have one son, Hanfei. If something happens to him, how will I live?

"What if my husband takes another concubine? What place will I have left in the Sun family? How can you bear to treat me like this?"

When Liu Ruyan entered the room, she immediately launched into a barrage of questions. Although she was crying and complaining, her attitude was anything but humble; instead, every word she uttered was accusatory.

The way she looked at him made it seem like it was all her fault, which made her sneer inwardly.

"Little sister, talk this out. Why did you suddenly come here crying like that? I didn't understand what you were saying, I thought someone had died." Liu Ruyan patted her chest, seemingly relieved.