Shocking! Five men are in love with the same woman!

At this moment, the sound of firecrackers reached its climax, and enthusiastic applause and cheers erupted from the crowds in each shop.

Everyone cheered and jumped for joy. Some clapped excitedly until their hands were red; others cheered loudly until the veins on their necks bulged.

The distant clouds, infected by the lively atmosphere, were tinged with a faint blush.

The surrounding air seemed to boil, filled with joy and hope.

The opening of the thirty shops marked a glorious beginning amidst the deafening sound of firecrackers and the exciting unveiling ceremony.

Next, each shopkeeper introduced their own shop.

For example, at the Ruyi Pavilion restaurant, the manager loudly introduced: "Distinguished guests, today is a joyous day. Ruyi Pavilion is grandly opening. We sincerely invite dignitaries, literati, and ordinary people from all walks of life to come together, share fine food and wine, and talk about the joys of life."

Our menu brings together the essence of cuisines from all over the world, featuring both the exquisite dishes of the imperial court and the flavors of local snacks, offering a complete selection of delicacies.

Our chefs possess exceptional skills, inheriting the essence of traditional cooking methods while incorporating innovative ideas to meticulously prepare each dish.

Whether it's crispy roast duck, tender and juicy steamed fish, or flavorful stewed meat, each dish will immerse your taste buds in endless enjoyment.

Look at this wine cellar, which houses a collection of famous wines and spirits from all over the country, including mellow baijiu, sweet huangjiu, and fragrant fruit wine. One sip and all your worries will vanish, and joy will fill your heart.

In addition, our restaurant has highly skilled musicians and dancers who will bring you wonderful performances. The melodious sounds of string and wind instruments and the graceful dances will allow you to enjoy a feast for the eyes and ears while you savor delicious food.

In terms of service, our staff are well-trained, warm, and attentive, ensuring you feel meticulously cared for.

Finally, to celebrate our grand opening, Ruyi Pavilion is launching a series of special offers.

For the first seven days after opening, all items will be 20% off, and you'll also receive a beautiful gift.

Finally, there are discounts such as 20 RMB off for purchases over 100 RMB, 30 RMB off for purchases over 200 RMB, member discounts, and group-buying deals, guaranteeing you great value for money!

Everyone listened intently, their hearts already pounding with anticipation.

Although they didn't understand the last few, they understood the earlier ones.

Is there such a good thing?

A 20% discount is offered, plus a free gift.

Everyone responded immediately, hurrying and rushing inside.

The shopkeeper was beaming. He then arranged for some of his staff to carefully explain the discounts that the customers hadn't quite understood, making sure everyone made sure they understood.

Of course, those who entered the shop were not left out either; he also arranged for his staff to explain things to each customer individually.

The same applies to other shops.

They all had staff explaining their respective promotional activities to all customers.

The thirty shops are generally similar.

What they have in common is that they all offer a 20% discount for the first seven days after opening.

There are also member discounts and spending-based reduction activities.

There are also group-buying discounts available.

Apart from these, the rest have been adjusted according to the specific circumstances of each store.

For example, if you spend 300 yuan at a restaurant, you will receive a complimentary pastry or a bottle of rouge.

Spend over 400 and receive a complimentary gift of fine spices or a jar of good wine.

Spend 500 and receive a free garment or piece of jewelry.

Following this pattern, even more exquisite ready-made clothing, jewelry, calligraphy, and paintings will be given as gifts.

It's a collaboration with other stores.

They advertised for each other, achieving multiple benefits in one fell swoop.

For example, the buy-one-get-one-free promotions at jewelry stores and clothing stores are incredibly popular.

Of course, they also collaborated with spice shops and teahouses.

Spending a certain amount will earn you free spices or tea.

For example, the half-price promotions at pharmacies and calligraphy and painting shops almost drove people crazy.

For example, porcelain shops and antique shops also collaborate with other shops.

Spending a certain amount will earn you gifts such as clothing, jewelry, spices, pastries, calligraphy, paintings, tea, or fine wine.

The remaining stores also have their own preferential policies.

In short, after everyone understood these promotional activities, they all suspected that it was a windfall.

How can there be such a generous merchant and such a great deal?

Could this be a perk that Princess Rui is giving them?

With Princess Rui being so kind, won't she lose money?

Lingyan could only sigh: Everyone is still too naive.

What's that saying: Never sympathize with capitalists.

They thought they had gotten a huge advantage, but in reality, these were just capitalist tactics.

Not only will you not lose money, you'll actually earn more.

These are all modern marketing techniques!

In short, stimulated by these activities, people all over the capital city turned out.

They flocked to these thirty shops, spending lavishly, creating a scene of near-shoulder crowds.

In contrast, other shops were deserted and empty.

However, they dared not complain or do anything.

After all, these shops are backed by Prince Rui and his wife.

They could only pray that once the seven days of excitement were over, their place would be packed with guests again.

Meanwhile, the officials in the court who were observing the situation received news that Prince Rui and his wife had not appeared around any of the shops.

So they stopped observing.

The right thing to do is to go and spend money.

Of course, some went in person, while others sent other family members.

In short, everyone was present, and they had to give face to Prince Rui and his wife.

Of course, when they go to spend money, they don't care about saving face at all.

Even without the relationship between Prince Rui and Princess Rui, they were already overjoyed.

What is Lingyan doing at this moment?

She was sitting with Xiao Muyao in a teahouse opposite Ruyi Pavilion.

Lu Yanqing and He Jingchuan also sat with them.

Of course, both of them were disguised.

Not to mention that princes cannot associate too closely with the general.

It is said that the Commander of the Shadow Division is the Emperor's sword, a sword that belongs only to the Emperor.

He couldn't possibly associate too much with anyone; he could only remain a lone minister.

Therefore, the two had no choice but to disguise themselves.

At this moment, Ling Yan looked at Xiao Muyao and exclaimed, "Yang Huan is really amazing! I thought he only changed his face, but I didn't expect him to change his voice and height as well. He has made thorough preparations."

If he doesn't succeed, who will?

Since everyone here was one of their own, Lingyan didn't hesitate to reveal Yang Huan's identity.

Xiao Muyao agreed, "He is indeed smart; I never really realized it before."

Lu Yanqing stared at the utterly ordinary face and asked curiously, "How did Yanyan come up with the idea of ​​using him?"

Lingyan didn't hide anything and explained the reason.

After he finished speaking, both He Jingchuan and Lu Yanqing fell silent, a rare occurrence for them.

Your heart is unpredictable.

Lu Yanqing is alright; once Xiao Muyao takes power, he will continue to be his tool.

He Jingchuan, on the other hand, is in danger.

A general with a distinguished military record and commanding an army of 400,000 is undoubtedly the greatest threat to the monarch.

How can you allow others to sleep soundly on the side of the couch?

Historically, generals who achieve great merit and threaten their rulers have never had a good ending.

The better option was to relinquish military power, retire to the mountains and countryside, and live a peaceful life away from the court.

The worst outcome is a death without a burial place; not only will they be unable to protect themselves, but their entire family will also be slaughtered.

He certainly believed that the current Prince Rui would not act in such a way.

But who can guarantee that he won't do the same thing after he becomes a king?

Therefore, he was somewhat confused and worried.