After returning to the capital to farm, the abandoned concubine made a comeback.

Lin Qin's fingertips tapped lightly on the table, one tap after another, like the urgent beat of a drum, filling the air with a tense atmosphere.

The name "Young Master Du" lingered in her mind like a venomous snake, sending chills down her spine every time she thought of it.

She had long known that the business battlefield was like a real battlefield, where it was either you die or I live, but she never expected the other party to be so despicable, even threatening the suppliers.

It seems she's really encountered a "pay-to-win player" this time, and this is going to force her to "quit the game"!

"It seems he won't stop unless we give him a 'reverse recharge'." Lin Qin's lips curled into a cold smile, a sly glint in her eyes.

Just then, a servant rushed in, panting, and said, "Boss Lin, something bad has happened! Boss Qian... Boss Qian has started dumping his wares at rock-bottom prices!"

"They've arrived? Just as I expected!" Lin Qin sneered. As she had anticipated, she knew that Boss Qian wouldn't give up so easily.

This "price war" tactic is old-fashioned yet effective, but she's not one to be trifled with.

Meanwhile, Boss Qian was sitting smugly in his shop, watching the bustling crowds, his fat face trembling with laughter.

"Hmph, I don't believe you can fight me! I'll squander your meager fortune sooner or later!"

He waved his hand and shouted to his men, "Keep lowering the price! Cut it in half again! I'll make sure that guy surnamed Lin can't even cry anymore!"

On the street, people flocked into Mr. Qian's shop, frantically buying things as if they were free, everyone wanting to take advantage of the opportunity to get a bargain.

Lin Qin's shop, on the other hand, was rather deserted, with hardly any customers and business was dismal.

Lin Qin stood by the window on the second floor, looking down at the bustling crowd below, her gaze calm as still water.

She didn't feel flustered at all; the cold smile on her lips seemed to deepen.

"Want to play the price war? Hmph, I'll play it with you to the very end!"

Her fingers gently stroked a brocade box on the table, which contained her secretly developed high-end product.

She knew that price wars alone wouldn't be enough to defeat her competitors; she had to unleash her true trump card.

At this moment, Zhu Ling walked in. Seeing Lin Qin's calm demeanor, he felt a little relieved. He walked behind Lin Qin and gently put his arm around her shoulder: "Don't worry, I'm here."

Lin Qin turned around and looked at Zhu Ling, her eyes filled with gratitude and love.

"I know, don't worry, I'm not so easily defeated." Lin Qin smiled slightly, her eyes firm. She looked at the brocade box in her hand, as if she could see the dawn of victory.

At this moment, a familiar voice broke the silence in the room, "Boss Lin, we need to talk..." The person who came in had a solemn expression and a hint of hesitation in his tone.

Lin Qin turned around, looked at the person who had come, and raised an eyebrow slightly: "Farmer Hong? What brings you here?"

Farmer Hong looked troubled and somewhat uneasy: "Boss Lin, I'm so sorry, the drought this year is too severe, and I can't supply raw materials on time. What... what should we do?"

"Lin Qin, please sit down, have a cup of tea, and tell me slowly."

Zhu Ling frowned slightly upon hearing this, but remained silent, knowing that Lin Qin knew what she was doing.

Lin Qin gently patted Hong Nongfu's hand, reassuring him, "Don't worry, our cooperation won't be interrupted by this small matter. Go back first and wait for my news."

After seeing off Farmer Hong, Lin Qin returned to her room and immediately summoned Strategist Lin, revealing the entire plan: "Tonight, we will launch our high-end product line. Although the price is high, the quality is superior, and it will definitely attract high-end consumers. At the same time, I will take this opportunity to promote our brand and let everyone know that the Lin family's products are trustworthy."

Lin, the strategist, looked worried: "Isn't this risk... too great?"

Grandma Lin smiled, her eyes shining with determination: "Risk and reward are proportional. As long as we have enough confidence, there is nothing we cannot do."

That evening, Lin Qin's shop was brightly lit and bustling with people.

Elegant music filled the air, and exquisite lighting illuminated each exhibit, creating a luxurious yet warm atmosphere.

Lin Qin, dressed in an elegant long dress, stood on the main stage, smiling as she introduced her high-end products to the guests.

"Ladies and gentlemen, these are our new products. Each one is meticulously crafted to guarantee quality. Although the price is slightly higher, it is absolutely worth every penny." Lin Qin's voice was clear and captivating, every word brimming with confidence.

Guests stopped to admire these meticulously crafted high-end products, their eyes sparkling with surprise and appreciation.

Soon, orders poured in like snowflakes, and a satisfied smile appeared on Lin Qin's face.

On the other hand, the atmosphere inside Mr. Qian's shop was completely different.

Looking at the few scattered customers in front of the door, Boss Qian's face turned ashen, and he unconsciously increased the force of his fan, making the sound particularly jarring in the empty shop.

"This...how is this possible!" Boss Qian was about to fly into a rage, but the despair in his heart surged like a tide, making it almost impossible for him to breathe.

Meanwhile, inside Lin Qin's shop, the atmosphere was incredibly lively.

Standing beside Lin Qin, Zhu Ling watched her success, her heart filled with pride and love.

At the celebration banquet, they raised their glasses in celebration, with laughter and cheers filling the air.

"Lin Qin, you are truly a business genius." Zhu Ling's eyes were full of admiration.

Lin Qin smiled, her eyes sparkling with happiness: "This is all thanks to our joint efforts. With you here, there's nothing I can't do."

Just then, strategist Lin rushed over, a hint of tension on his face: "Boss Lin, the latest data shows that although our market share has increased significantly, it's still a little short..."

Lin Qin's eyes narrowed slightly, but a calm smile remained on her lips: "It's alright, this is just the beginning." She stood up, her gaze fixed firmly on the distance, "The real contest has only just begun."

Zhu Ling held her hand tightly, his eyes full of support: "No matter what, I will be by your side."

Lin Qin smiled slightly, took a firm step forward, and her heart was filled with boundless anticipation.

Lin Qin returned to her room, closed the door, immediately went to the table, spread out the ledger, and began calculating market share.

As night deepened outside the window, the flickering candlelight inside illuminated her slightly weary face.

The numbers danced before her eyes, like little devils mocking her efforts.

The final figure remained at 78%, still a considerable distance from the 90% recorded before the crisis.

“78%...not enough!” Lin Qin muttered to herself, rubbing her sore eyes.

This 12% gap felt like a mountain, making it hard for her to breathe.

Zhu Ling walked in carrying a cup of hot tea. Seeing Lin Qin's furrowed brows, she handed her the teacup with concern, saying, "Don't overwork yourself. Take a rest."

Lin Qin took the teacup, took a small sip, and the warm tea flowed down her throat, taking away a trace of fatigue.

She took a deep breath, her eyes rekindling with fighting spirit: "No, I can't give up! Boss Qian is definitely waiting to see me make a fool of myself, and I absolutely cannot let him have his way!"

The next morning, Lin Qin gathered all employees and announced a new plan – a large-scale promotional event called "Grand Appreciation and Special Offers".

The scale of the event is unprecedented, with discounts on all products, as well as various spending-based reductions, gifts, and lucky draws.

The news immediately caused a sensation throughout the city, with people spreading the word and flocking to Lin Qin's shop.

The area in front of the shop was packed with people, creating a lively atmosphere.

With the deafening sound of gongs and drums and the crackling of firecrackers, the festive atmosphere was infectious to everyone.

Lin Qin stood on the high platform, looking at the bustling crowd, a confident smile on her face.

"Dear fellow villagers, thank you for your continued support! Today, as we rebuild Shengjing, we want to give back to you! All goods are discounted! The more you buy, the more you get! There's also a chance to win a grand prize!" Lin Qin's clear and powerful voice echoed throughout the street.

Cheers erupted from the crowd as people rushed into the store to snap up the goods.

Linqin's employees were also extremely busy, their faces beaming with joy.

The promotion lasted for three days and three nights, and Lin Qin's shop was brightly lit day and night, with booming business.

Three days later, Lin Qin recalculated the market share, and the final figure was 80%.

"80%! We did it!" Lin Qin clenched her fist excitedly, her eyes sparkling with joy.

Although we haven't fully recovered to pre-crisis levels yet, this is already a huge victory!

Zhu Ling walked over and gently hugged Lin Qin, whispering in her ear, "You're amazing!" Lin Qin leaned against Zhu Ling's chest, feeling his warmth, her heart filled with happiness and contentment.

Just then, a servant rushed in, looking flustered: "Boss Lin, Boss Qian... Boss Qian, he..."

"Boss Qian... he's gone bankrupt!" The servant gasped for breath, as if he had just finished a marathon.

Lin Qin raised an eyebrow; the news was like a refreshing iced drink on a summer's day, making her feel pleasant.

"Oh? It's already dead? Looks like even 'pay-to-win' players sometimes make the wrong purchases!" A playful smile curled at the corner of her lips.

Meanwhile, far away in another place, Young Master Du was sitting in his study with a livid face.

He looked at the intelligence report brought by his servant, his teacup creaking in his hand.

"This woman actually managed to turn the tables!" He gritted his teeth, his chest churning with rage, wishing he could tear Lin Qin to shreds immediately.

But reason told him that now was not the time, and he had to be patient and wait for a better opportunity.

The air in the study seemed to have solidified, so oppressive that it was hard to breathe.

Lin Qin, meanwhile, was enjoying the fruits of her victory.

Inside the shop, employees were busy and happy, and customers left with their purchases full; everything was brimming with life and energy.

Standing on the second floor, Lin Qin looked down at the bustling crowd below, feeling a sense of accomplishment.

"This feels just like beating a game!" She stretched, and all her fatigue seemed to disappear.

However, the good times didn't last long. Just as Lin Qin was basking in the joy of her business success, an unexpected piece of news shattered the peace.

"Imperial decree has arrived!" A sharp voice pierced the sky and reached Lin Qin's ears.

Lin Qin quickly straightened her clothes and led everyone to kneel in the courtyard.

"By the grace of Heaven, the Emperor decrees: Lin Qin of the Lin family is exceptionally intelligent and well-versed in business. He is hereby appointed to oversee the newly established 'Imperial Cuisine' project in the palace. So be it!"

The eunuch delivering the imperial edict handed it over with a smile, a strange look in his eyes.

Lin Qin accepted the imperial edict, her mind filled with doubts.

The Imperial Kitchen of the Palace?

What kind of nonsense is this?

"Boss Lin, accept the decree." After delivering the decree, the eunuch turned and left, leaving Lin Qin alone to face the sudden change.

"This... does this mean another dungeon quest is about to start?" She looked down at the imperial edict in her hand; the golden characters shone brightly in the sunlight, appearing particularly dazzling.

Zhu Ling walked to her side, put his arm around her shoulder, and said in a low voice, "It seems we're going to the palace again." Lin Qin looked up, her eyes filled with vigilance. She had a feeling that there was a bigger conspiracy hidden behind this imperial edict.

"Let's go see what this palace's 'Imperial Kitchen' is all about." Lin Qin sneered, clutching the imperial edict tightly in her hand. She turned and walked towards the carriage, leaving behind a meaningful remark: "This palace is about to get lively!"