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

Lin Qin's business innovation is like a pebble thrown into a calm lake, creating ripples.

Just as she was preparing to press her advantage and fully implement her innovative ideas, she ran into a thick wall – a united boycott by traditional businessmen led by Mr. Chen.

When the news arrived, Lin Qin was having tea with Zhu Ling in the garden when her delicate porcelain cup fell to the ground with a "clatter" and shattered into pieces.

She stood up abruptly, her face drained of color, her once bright eyes now filled with shock and disbelief.

"This...how is this possible?" she muttered to herself, as if struck by lightning.

The maids and servants around held their breath and dared not utter a sound.

They looked at each other, their eyes filled with worry. A sense of unease hung in the air, like the calm before a storm.

Zhu Ling held Lin Qin's cold hand and said in a deep voice, "Qin'er, don't worry, everything will be alright."

Lin Qin took a deep breath; she wasn't one to give up easily!

"I'd like to see what tricks they can pull!"

She went straight to Mr. Chen's residence, trying to persuade him in person.

However, she was met with Mr. Chen's sarcastic remarks.

"Boss Lin, your fancy gadgets only fool those country bumpkins who've never seen the world. You think you can change the rules we've followed for centuries? You're dreaming!"

Mr. Chen leaned back in the armchair, his fat body jiggling three times.

Standing in the center of the magnificent hall, Lin Qin felt a surge of anger rising from the soles of her feet to the top of her head.

She suppressed her anger and tried to remain calm. "Mr. Chen, times are changing. Sticking to the old ways will only..."

"Enough!" Boss Chen rudely interrupted her. "I don't want to hear your nonsense! If you know what's good for you, you'd better stop now and stop doing those crooked things!"

Lin Qin felt a burning sensation on her face, as if she had been slapped hard.

The strange looks from the servants around her made her feel extremely embarrassed and ashamed.

But she was not intimidated by Mr. Chen's attitude; instead, it aroused an even stronger fighting spirit within her.

She was determined to prove herself and show that innovation was the future of business development!

“Mr. Chen,” Lin Qin’s voice was cold and firm, “I’ve remembered what you said today.” She turned and left, leaving behind a resolute silhouette.

Watching Lin Qin's departing figure, Boss Chen sneered, "Hmph, overestimating yourself!" He picked up his teacup, took a small sip, and Boss Chen's stubbornness ignited her fighting spirit. She decided to confront him head-on and show everyone the power of innovation!

With the Beijing Business Conference about to be held, this is the perfect stage for her.

On the day of the meeting, Lin Qin attended in full regalia, her red dress as dazzling as a burning flame.

She walked gracefully onto the stage, her gaze sweeping over the sea of ​​people below, a confident smile playing on her lips.

"Everyone, times are changing, and business models need to change too!" Her voice was clear and powerful, like the song of a nightingale, instantly capturing everyone's attention.

She used vivid examples and data to explain the importance and benefits of business innovation in a simple and easy-to-understand way.

The businessmen who had been whispering in the audience gradually quieted down and listened intently.

After Lin Qin finished her speech, the audience erupted in applause.

Several young businessmen, their eyes gleaming with excitement, were inspired by Lin Qin's passion and vision, and expressed their willingness to consider joining her innovation program.

A surge of immense joy welled up in Lin Qin's heart; she knew that the dawn of innovation had appeared!

As night fell, Zhu Ling arrived at Lin Qin's residence.

The two strolled in the garden, the moonlight shining on them as if they were draped in a layer of silver gauze.

Zhu Ling gently grasped Lin Qin's hand, and the smoothness of her skin sent a shiver down his spine.

"Qin'er, you've worked hard." His voice was deep and gentle, like a spring breeze caressing your face.

Lin Qin's cheeks flushed slightly as she looked up and gazed deeply into Zhu Ling's eyes.

Their eyes met, and nothing was said.

The ambiguous atmosphere between the two gradually heated up, as if an electric current was flowing through the air.

"Ling," Lin Qin said softly, "thank you for your continued support."

Zhu Ling pulled her into his arms and whispered in her ear, "Silly girl, we are husband and wife, we should support each other."

Lin Qin leaned against his chest, feeling his warmth and heartbeat, her heart filled with happiness and a sense of security.

“But…” Zhu Ling paused, “I’m worried you’ll be too tired.”

Lin Qin raised her head, her eyes shining with determination. "I know what you're worried about, but I'm not afraid. I believe that as long as we persevere, we will definitely succeed!"

Looking at her determined eyes, Zhu Ling felt both heartache and helplessness.

He knew that Lin Qin was a woman with her own ideas, and he couldn't stop her from pursuing her dreams.

“Okay,” he gently stroked her hair, “I’ll go with you.”

The two stood embracing, their figures appearing exceptionally beautiful in the moonlight.

Suddenly, a dark shadow flashed by, shattering the beautiful tranquility...

Mr. Chen's obstruction was just the first stumbling block on Lin Qin's business path.

The shop renovation issues also gave her a lot of headaches.

The craftsman in charge of the renovation, Zhou, was an old-fashioned man whose mind was full of traditional shop layouts, with carved beams and painted rafters, and pillars in the central hall. He wished he could decorate the shop like an ancestral hall.

What Lin Qin wanted was a bright, airy, simple, and elegant modern style.

The clash between the two ideas plunged Lin Qin into deep self-doubt.

Was my idea really too ahead of its time?

This simply won't work in this era?

She paced back and forth in the shop, restless and agitated, like an ant on a hot plate.

Sometimes I would stop and touch the unpainted wood, feel its rough texture, and imagine what it would look like in the future.

Sometimes he would shake his head, rejecting his own idea, feeling that he should follow tradition, since Zhou the craftsman was experienced and perhaps his idea was right.

"Sigh..." Lin Qin sighed deeply, feeling a tightness in her chest, as if a thousand-pound burden was pressing on her heart.

She rubbed her temples, trying to calm herself down.

No!

She can't give up!

She believes her beliefs are correct and she will stick to them!

Lin Qin took a deep breath, her eyes gradually hardening.

She walked up to Craftsman Zhou, pointed to the blueprints, and said firmly, "Master Zhou, I know you are very experienced, but times are changing, and customers' needs are changing too. What's popular now is a bright and spacious shopping environment, not the closed and oppressive shops of the past."

She patiently explained the advantages of the new layout to Zhou the craftsman: more space can accommodate more customers, a more rational arrangement of shelves can improve the customer shopping experience, and brighter lighting can better display the goods...

Craftsman Zhou was stunned. He had lived most of his life and this was the first time he had ever heard such a statement.

He carefully examined Lin Qin's drawings, then looked at his own design, and fell into deep thought.

"This..." Craftsman Zhou hesitated for a moment, "Is this really going to work?"

"Trust me, you can do it!" Lin Qin said firmly, her eyes shining with confidence.

Looking into Lin Qin's determined eyes, Craftsman Zhou was eventually moved by her enthusiasm and confidence.

He nodded, his tone tinged with admiration, "Alright! Mr. Lin, I'll do it your way!"

Seeing that craftsman Zhou had agreed, Lin Qin finally felt relieved.

She smiled with satisfaction, a sense of accomplishment welling up within her.

“Oh, right, Mr. Lin,” Craftsman Zhou suddenly remembered something, “I’ve inquired about the kind of glass you mentioned last time. A new glass workshop has opened in the west of the city…”

The emergence of private business groups is like a spring in the desert, injecting new vitality into Lin Qin's path of innovation.

When she heard the news, her tightly furrowed brows instantly relaxed, and her eyes shone with a brilliant light, like the brightest star in the night sky.

She jumped up excitedly, hugged the maid who had come to deliver the news, and exclaimed, "That's wonderful! That's really wonderful!"

The news spread quickly throughout the streets and alleys of the capital, and those traditional merchants who were originally waiting to see Lin Qin make a fool of herself were now dumbfounded.

Mr. Chen was so angry that his beard bristled. He never imagined that Lin Qin could find a new source of funding.

His face was ashen, and he crushed the teacup in his hand, the shards scattering all over the floor, just like his broken heart.

With the support of funds, Lin Qin's business innovation plan was able to proceed smoothly.

She incorporated modern business concepts into the store's decoration and operation, creating a unique shopping space.

With the store opening imminent, Lin Qin stood at the entrance of the newly renovated shop, looking at the bustling street, her heart filled with anticipation.

Zhu Ling looked at Lin Qin, who was getting thinner and thinner, and felt a pang of heartache.

He knew that Lin Qin had sacrificed a lot for this shop, so he stood silently behind her, protecting her from the wind and rain.

He found Gao, the strategist, and whispered, "Go and find out for me what major events are happening in the capital recently..."

However, consumer distrust of new things remains a major challenge for Lin Qin.

The new shop opened, but there were very few customers, which made her feel somewhat frustrated.

She stood at the door, looking at the empty shop, her heart filled with anxiety.

"Looks like I need to think of a way to attract customers," Lin Qin muttered to herself.

She looked up at the sky.

Zhu Ling walked to her side, gently took her hand, and said softly, "Don't worry, everything will be alright."

Looking into his gentle eyes, Lin Qin felt much more at ease.

She turned to Zhu Ling and said, "I've got a great idea..."