The Rise of a General's Daughter-in-Law Doctor

"Miss Li came here with Brother Fu, presumably because she wants to buy my restaurant. However, there are some things I need to make clear to you before you make a decision."

He glanced at Li Muxia, worried that she might be unaware of what had happened at his restaurant and regret her hasty purchase later. The girl looked naive, no more than fifteen or sixteen years old. He didn't want to lie to her, nor to anyone else.

Several out-of-towners had visited the restaurant before, unaware of what had happened there. Manager Wang immediately explained the restaurant's situation to them upon meeting them, and after hearing their stories, they all shook their heads and left.

Otherwise, with such a good location, such a large restaurant, and such a low price, how come it hasn't been sold yet?

Upon hearing Manager Wang's words, the waiter quickly replied, "Manager Wang, Miss Li already knows. I've already explained it to her."

Seeing Li Muxia nod, Manager Wang asked, "Miss Li, now that you know the situation of my shop, are you still willing to buy it?"

Looking at Manager Wang, Li Muxia knew he was an honest and kind person, and her goodwill towards him deepened.

Moreover, she was quite satisfied with the overall condition of the restaurant. However, she had only seen the first floor and hadn't seen the rest of the place yet. She said, "Manager Wang, I'm quite satisfied with this restaurant, but I haven't seen the whole thing yet. Would you mind showing us around, Manager Wang?"

Upon hearing this, Manager Wang quickly led the group on a tour. The restaurant was indeed quite large. In addition to the dining area on the first and second floors, there was a large courtyard in the back, where Manager Wang's family usually lived. The kitchen was also very large.

The courtyard was a large four-section courtyard. When Li Muxia arrived, she saw several servants sweeping and cleaning it. It was very clean and tidy. The furnishings in the courtyard were also very similar to those in the restaurant. Although the courtyard was not as large as the general's mansion, it had everything it needed: a covered walkway, artificial hills and pavilions, and even an artificial river with several red carp clearly visible in it.

Li Muxia fell in love with the courtyard at first sight. Every part of the courtyard was carefully designed and well taken care of. It was obvious that the owner of the house was an elegant person who loved life.

Just as the group was touring, three children ran over, hugged Manager Wang's legs, and called him "Grandpa" in a spoiled manner.

Li Muxia looked at the three children: one girl and two boys. The girl was probably the oldest, looking about seven or eight years old. She was pretty and cute. The two boys looked about five or six years old and two or three years old, and they were both very endearing.

Shopkeeper Wang patted their heads and then said to the three of them, "Little girl, take your little brother and go play somewhere else. Grandpa has guests here."

After speaking, he gave Li Muxia an apologetic look.

The three children were obedient; upon hearing that their grandfather had guests, they all bowed and went to the inner courtyard.

Looking at the shopkeeper Wang's loving eyes as he looked at the three children, Li Muxia felt a warmth in her heart and suddenly thought of the days she spent with her grandfather when she was a child.

Li Muxia asked, "Are these three Manager Wang's grandson and granddaughter? They look very cute."

When Manager Wang heard Li Muxia praising his grandson and granddaughter, his smile deepened, and he said, "Yes, that's why we moved from our hometown to Kyoto to take care of these little ones."

At this point, Manager Wang sighed and continued, "Alas, I never expected something like this to happen. Although this matter is over, I know it's not truly over. On the surface, it's a gambler who died of poisoning in the shop, but in reality, someone is just jealous of us."

He glanced at Li Muxia and said, "Young lady, I know you're a good person. Let me give you some advice: if you're going to do business in the future, you should keep a low profile. In this capital, those who do well in business usually have powerful backers. You should know when to be humble, otherwise you'll be the one who suffers in the end."

Li Muxia understood the meaning behind Manager Wang's words, and also realized that this was the way of the times, with many officials and businessmen colluding. Manager Wang had probably taken away someone else's business.

Manager Qu, standing to the side, naturally understood the implication. Having navigated the business world for so many years, how could he not know the intricacies involved? He quickly formed a bold guess in his mind: Manager Wang's restaurant business was indeed extremely prosperous, renowned throughout the street. Many high-ranking officials and scions of prominent families would come here to eat and drink. Half of the customers on the entire street came to Xiankelai, leaving the other restaurants in dire straits.

Especially the restaurant across the street, Wenxianglai, which is said to be owned by the First Prince. Since Xiankelai opened, Wenxianglai, which once dominated the restaurant industry, has seen its business decline. Only some sons of officials would come to Wenxianglai to eat because of the First Prince.

Business battles are often ruthless. This Manager Wang was an honest and kind man who only knew how to do business and didn't realize that he had offended the wrong people, which led to his current predicament.

Li Muxia looked at Manager Wang and asked, "Manager Wang, now that you've sold this restaurant, what are your plans for the future?"

Manager Wang glanced reluctantly at the restaurant and courtyard he had run for several years, sighed, and said, "Alas, what other plans do I have? I know I've offended someone, and I certainly have no future in the capital. From now on, I plan to take my wife and these kids to live with my son, and I won't do business anymore. I just hope this matter hasn't implicated my son."

Li Muxia could see the reluctance in Manager Wang's heart, and knew that Manager Wang was not a person who was content with the status quo, so she asked, "Then Manager Wang, are you at ease giving up what you love?"

Upon hearing Li Muxia's words, Manager Wang's eyes reddened. He composed himself and said, "To be honest, I am indeed unwilling, but I am just an ordinary citizen. I really have no power to fight against those in power. Moreover, our Wang family only has one son, who is a teacher at the Brunei Academy in the capital. He takes the imperial examinations every year, hoping that one day he will pass with flying colors and bring glory to the family. I am really afraid that I will implicate him."

After listening to Manager Wang's words, Li Muxia said, "I'm not afraid. If you're willing, I'll buy this restaurant. We'll still call it Xiankelai, and you can stay as the manager. How about we cooperate?"

After hearing this, Manager Wang quickly said, "Miss, do you know who I have offended?"