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

Lin Qin arrived in the west of the city and saw the newly opened shop with the words "Member Exclusive" prominently displayed on its signboard.

Wow, this imitation is way too obvious!

People around were talking excitedly, all waiting to see Lin Qin make a fool of herself, after all, this was blatant plagiarism!

Someone whispered, "Boss Lin must be furious, right?" Another person chimed in gloating, "Exactly! His painstakingly come up with an idea, and it's been stolen!"

However, Lin Qin did not fly into a rage as everyone expected. She simply stood there quietly, her eyes as calm as a deep pool, with even a faint smile on her lips.

Her calm and composed attitude only made those around her more puzzled, and they all began to speculate about what she was up to.

Lin Qin's mind was racing as she considered how to respond.

Plagiarism?

Haha, she had expected this all along!

After all, in this era, innovation is always accompanied by imitation.

What she needs to do is not to stop imitation, but to lead innovation!

Back at her own shop, Lin Qin did something that shocked everyone – she proactively contacted her competitor and proposed a collaboration!

As soon as the news came out, everyone was in an uproar.

Zhu Ling was also puzzled by this. He found Lin Qin and asked worriedly, "Qin'er, why are you doing this? You're asking a tiger for its skin, or you'll get burned!" Lin Qin smiled mysteriously and didn't explain much, only saying, "Ling, trust me, I know what I'm doing."

When Mr. Chen, a competitor, received Lin Qin's invitation to collaborate, he was also completely bewildered.

He had originally thought Lin Qin would come to his door in a rage, and he was even prepared for a fierce battle.

Unexpectedly, she took the initiative to propose a collaboration?

What's the secret behind this?

Filled with suspicion, Boss Chen agreed to meet with Lin Qin.

On the day of the meeting, Lin Qin brought Zhou the craftsman along.

Mr. Chen looked at the young woman in front of him, his heart filled with doubt.

Lin Qin cut to the chase, stating her purpose directly: "Mr. Chen, I'd like to cooperate with you to expand and strengthen our membership system." Mr. Chen was taken aback, then asked warily, "Mr. Lin, what do you mean by this?" Lin Qin smiled slightly and said, "Mr. Chen, instead of our two companies competing with each other, wouldn't it be better to join forces and jointly develop the market?" Hearing Lin Qin's suggestion, Mr. Chen became even more puzzled. He tentatively asked, "Then... how does Mr. Lin plan to cooperate?"

Lin Qin smiled mysteriously, "My plan is like this..."

Lin Qin pulled out a pre-prepared market analysis chart, pointing to the ever-increasing data, and spoke eloquently: "Mr. Chen, you see, although the membership system is a new model, its market potential is enormous. Instead of our two companies competing for this piece of the pie, why not join forces to expand it and profit together?" She then dropped a bombshell: "I plan to establish a cross-regional membership alliance, integrating resources and unifying standards, so that members can enjoy the same benefits and services wherever they go." Listening to Lin Qin's grand vision, Mr. Chen's previously furrowed brows gradually relaxed.

He initially just wanted to imitate Lin Qin's model to make some quick money, but he never thought that the membership system would be developed to such a scale.

This vision and spirit were simply breathtaking!

His gaze toward Lin Qin shifted from initial suspicion to admiration, and finally even carried a hint of awe.

"Boss Lin, I...I'm impressed! I was so short-sighted before, I never imagined you had such a far-sighted vision. I'm willing to join your alliance and create a brilliant future together!" Boss Chen said excitedly, as if he had discovered a new continent.

Lin Qin smiled slightly and extended her hand: "It's a pleasure to cooperate with you!" The two shook hands tightly. At this moment, Lin Qin's status in the business world was further enhanced. She seemed to be standing at the peak, looking down on all living beings.

Meanwhile, inside the Prince's residence, the strategist Gao was whispering to Zhu Ling, "Your Highness, Boss Lin is currently riding high on her success, and I'm afraid she harbors rebellious intentions! Look at how she's befriending powerful figures and winning people's hearts; she clearly intends to..." Gao deliberately left his sentence unfinished, leaving Zhu Ling to speculate.

Zhu Ling felt a sense of unease as he recalled Lin Qin's recent frequent contact with other businessmen.

He deliberately ignored Lin Qin to test her reaction.

Lin Qin was confused and felt wronged, but she didn't know how to explain.

Looking into Zhu Ling's cold eyes, her heart ached.

"Ling, why..." Lin Qin choked up, but couldn't utter a complete sentence.

Zhu Ling turned his head away, his tone icy: "I'm tired, you may leave." Tears welled up in Lin Qin's eyes, and she silently turned and left, leaving behind a lonely and desolate figure.

Lin Qin rubbed her temples, feeling a buzzing in her head.

The cutthroat competition in the business world is already a headache enough, but then the prince comes along and makes things even worse.

She was clearly doing it for his own good, for their shared future, so why couldn't he understand?

Could it really be as Gao strategist said, that I was too assertive and made him feel threatened?

She paced restlessly around the room, the delicate embroidered shoes making a soft "tap-tap" sound on the floor, but it felt like heavy hammer blows to her heart.

The incessant chirping of cicadas outside the window added to the oppressive heat.

She walked to the window, pushed open the carved wooden window, and a wave of heat rushed in, mixed with the fragrance of unknown flowers, but it did nothing to relieve her annoyance.

Give up?

She then returned to a life of being a wife and mother, becoming a dutiful princess.

No, she is not reconciled!

She comes from the modern era, and an indomitable spirit flows in her veins.

She wants to prove herself and live a fulfilling life, instead of depending on anyone!

However, if they continue to insist, the prince's suspicions will only deepen, and the rift between them will widen.

She covered her face, took a deep breath, and tried to calm herself down.

"Ling, let me explain..." Lin Qin's voice trembled slightly, but she tried her best to remain calm.

She walked up to Zhu Ling, looking at him with unwavering eyes. "Everything I've done is for us, for this family. I've never intended to threaten anyone; I just want our lives to be better."

Looking into Lin Qin's sincere eyes and listening to her earnest words, Zhu Ling's inexplicable unease gradually dissipated.

He remembered everything Lin Qin had done for him, the light in her eyes, and her cheerful laughter, and a deep sense of guilt welled up in his heart.

He pulled Lin Qin into his arms and said gently, "Qin'er, I was wrong. I shouldn't have doubted you."

Lin Qin hugged Zhu Ling tightly, feeling his warm embrace. All her grievances turned into tears, soaking his clothes.

The two embraced tightly, as if nothing in the world mattered to them.

"Qin'er," Zhu Ling gently stroked Lin Qin's hair, "What do you plan to do next?" His tone was filled with curiosity and anticipation.

Lin Qin raised her head, her eyes still streaked with tears, yet shone with confidence. "I plan to..." She leaned close to Zhu Ling's ear and whispered. As Zhu Ling listened, a smile gradually crept onto his lips.

Lin Qin's "Member Alliance" plan was like a bomb, causing a huge stir in Beijing's business circles!

In just a few days, more and more shops took the initiative to contact Lin Qin, requesting to join the alliance.

The streets in the west of the city were bustling with activity, filled with the sounds of gongs, drums, and firecrackers. An uninformed person might have thought that a wealthy family was marrying off their daughter!

Each shop had a plaque that read "Alliance Member" hanging at its entrance, gleaming with gold, even more dazzling than an imperial edict!

"Mr. Lin, you're amazing! This membership alliance is a stroke of genius!" A shop owner excitedly shook Lin Qin's hand, as if he had seen the God of Wealth.

"Boss Lin, we'll work for you from now on! You're the leader in our business world!" Another boss even expressed his admiration for Lin Qin.

Everyone congratulated Lin Qin, their envy evident in their expressions.

Lin Qin stood in the center of the crowd, a confident smile on her face, as if she were a queen ascending the throne, receiving the worship of all people.

She wore a light purple long dress with delicate peony embroidery on the hem, which made her look even more elegant and noble, exuding a powerful aura.

The sunlight shone on her, as if gilding her with a layer of gold, making her even more dazzling.

Back at the Prince's Mansion, Lin Qin and Zhu Ling raised their glasses in celebration.

Moonlight streamed through the window and fell upon the two of them, reflecting their happy smiles.

Zhu Ling gazed tenderly at Lin Qin, his eyes overflowing with love: "Qin'er, you are truly remarkable! I am so proud of you!" Lin Qin leaned against Zhu Ling's chest, a happy smile on her face: "Ling, all of this is inseparable from your support." The two smiled at each other, everything understood without words.

However, as the alliance expanded, Lin Qin also encountered new challenges.

With the increasing number of stores and members, the management difficulty has also increased.

She began to feel overwhelmed, busy every day and wishing she could split herself in two.

"Qin'er, you always look worried lately. Have you encountered some problems?" Zhu Ling asked with concern.

Lin Qin rubbed her temples and sighed, "Ling, the alliance is getting bigger and bigger, and I feel like I'm not able to handle it..."

Zhu Ling held Lin Qin's hand and gave her an encouraging look: "No matter what happens, Qin'er, I will always support you."

Looking into Zhu Ling's determined eyes, Lin Qin felt a surge of strength within her.

She took a deep breath, a resolute glint in her eyes: "Ling, I have a bold idea..."