The Prince's Beloved Little Wife

No sooner had Lin Yu and Chu Youran left than Chen Mengyao, with a group of maids, rushed to the Prince's mansion, eager to find Ouyang Han. It turned out she had been wanting to visit the fortune teller she had met with Ouyang Han before, to have the auspicious date for the grand opening of their department store calculated.

Chen Mengyao crossed the courtyard with practiced ease and headed straight for Ouyang Han's study, where he usually handled official business. When she gently pushed open the study door, she immediately saw Ouyang Han hunched over his desk, intently working on his tasks.

Upon seeing Chen Mengyao enter, Ouyang Han put down his pen, stood up to greet her, and asked with concern, "Did Lin Yu and the others come to the manor today? How did they behave?" Chen Mengyao's face beamed with joy, and she said sweetly, "They were excellent! Their performance far exceeded my expectations! That's why I rushed over to find you, thinking we could go together to the fortune teller to see which day is auspicious for the grand opening of our department store."

Upon hearing this, Ouyang Han couldn't help but feel genuinely happy for Chen Mengyao. He smiled, took Chen Mengyao's hand, and said softly, "That's wonderful, let's set off then." And so, the two walked hand in hand, chatting and laughing, out of the study and towards the gate of the mansion.

The two drove their carriage to the fortune teller again, politely asking him to calculate an auspicious day for their shop's opening. The fortune teller closed his eyes slightly, his fingers calculating, and after a moment opened his eyes and slowly said, "Five days from now is an auspicious day. Opening a business on this day will surely bring in abundant wealth and a constant stream of customers." Chen Mengyao's eyes lit up upon hearing this, and she turned to look at Ouyang Han, her eyes filled with anticipation for approval. Ouyang Han smiled and nodded in agreement.

Chen Mengyao said excitedly, "Then it's set for five days from now. Thank you for your guidance, sir." After saying that, she took out some silver and handed it to the fortune teller.

Upon returning to her residence, Chen Mengyao immediately summoned her maids and servants, instructing them to prepare all the necessary items for the opening. She also sent messengers to Lin Yu and Chu Youran to inform them of the opening date. Furthermore, she had her servants notify all members of the royal family, her godparents' family, and the various ministers.

The entire mansion was bustling with excitement for the upcoming grand opening. Everyone wore a joyful expression, eagerly anticipating the grand opening ceremony five days from now.

Chen Mengyao and Ouyang Han embarked on their journey to find a lion dance troupe once again, filled with anticipation for the grand opening celebration and hoping that the lively and festive performance would bring a surge of customers to the department store. After some twists and turns, they finally reached an agreement with a highly skilled lion dance troupe, agreeing that on opening day, the majestic and agile lions would add a unique touch of glamour to the department store.

After completing this important task, they hurriedly returned to continue their busy yet well-organized preparations for the opening. Chen Mengyao used her magical telekinetic powers to retrieve all the necessary goods from her spatial supermarket, and with a gentle wave, these items flowed into the department store's warehouse like water. She not only filled the warehouse to the brim but also carefully arranged numerous goods on the shelves, ensuring customers would experience a dazzling array of shopping options as soon as they entered.

However, Chen Mengyao decided to save perishable goods such as vegetables and fruits for the opening day. She knew that the freshness of these goods was crucial for customers, and therefore did not want to expose them to the risk of spoilage beforehand.

In addition, Chen Mengyao carefully instructed her servants to send a message to Prince Duan. Prince Duan possessed many exquisite handicrafts and embroidered goods. She hoped that Prince Duan could arrange for people to deliver these goods safely to the department store as soon as possible, adding more highlights and color to the opening ceremony. The servants obeyed and left, their steps light and firm, as if they too were contributing their own strength to the upcoming opening ceremony.

After confirming that the message had been accurately delivered, Chen Mengyao acted swiftly. She whispered a few words to Ouyang Han, and the two understood each other perfectly. Then, leading a team of well-trained servants, they marched in a large procession towards the department store to receive the upcoming goods and carefully arrange them. Sunlight streamed onto the street, illuminating their busy yet orderly figures.

Meanwhile, upon receiving Chen Mengyao's message, Prince Duan was filled with excitement. Knowing the importance of this transaction, he personally went to his shop to carefully select the most exquisite and beautiful handicrafts and embroideries. Each piece underwent meticulous selection, ultimately filling over a dozen boxes. He personally supervised his servants as they loaded these precious goods onto carts and then took them to the department store.

When Prince Duan and his entourage arrived at the department store, they found Chen Mengyao already waiting there. She wore a smile, her eyes radiating composure and confidence. Prince Duan quickly went up to her, exchanged a few pleasantries, and then instructed his servants to begin unloading the goods. The servants were well-trained, their movements swift and efficient as they unloaded boxes from the carts and arranged them neatly according to Chen Mengyao's instructions.

Chen Mengyao stood to the side, carefully directing the servants' work and offering valuable suggestions from time to time. She had her own unique insights into the arrangement of goods, hoping to showcase the unique charm of these handicrafts through clever layout. Under her careful guidance, the goods were arranged in a pleasing and elegant manner.

Prince Duan watched from the side, secretly admiring the arrangement. Chen Mengyao and the others carefully inspected the goods and were very satisfied. Each piece seemed to tell its own story, complementing the surrounding goods and creating beautiful scenes.

Finally, Prince Duan and Chen Mengyao bid each other farewell and returned home with their servants. They were both in high spirits, knowing that this trade would bring them substantial profits and strengthen their partnership.

After returning to the quaint and elegant mansion, Chen Mengyao realized it was already noon. Her stomach began rumbling incessantly, a reminder that she hadn't eaten in a long time. With a sigh, she smiled and shook her head, then gently tugged at Ouyang Han's sleeve, gesturing for him to join her for lunch.

The dining table was laden with a dazzling array of delicacies. The two ate and chatted, creating a warm and pleasant atmosphere. Ouyang Han was witty and charming, while Chen Mengyao was also all smiles. They seemed to have endless topics to discuss. After the meal, Ouyang Han, due to pressing matters, took his leave first.

Watching Ouyang Han's retreating figure, Chen Mengyao felt a pang of reluctance, but this emotion was quickly replaced by exhaustion. She slowly entered the inner room and lay down directly on the soft, comfortable bed. On the bed, she gently closed her eyes, letting herself immerse herself in tranquility and peace, as if trying to leave all the day's fatigue and exhaustion behind.

Chen Mengyao woke up from her afternoon nap, rubbed her sleepy eyes, and immediately plunged into another round of busy work. Her heart was filled with anticipation for the upcoming event; that enthusiasm seemed like an invisible force, driving her forward. After thinking for a moment, she decided to prepare a unique lucky draw for her customers as a way of thanking them for their continued support and patronage.

She meticulously planned every aspect of the lucky draw, deciding to set up multiple prizes to attract more participants. The first prize was for one person, with an extremely generous prize: not only a substantial twenty taels of silver but also a dazzling diamond necklace, sure to bring a smile to the lucky winner's face. There were three second prizes, each receiving ten taels of silver and a set of exquisite crystal jewelry, its brilliance sure to brighten their hearts. Six third prizes were for six people, each receiving five taels of silver and a set of high-quality skincare products, allowing customers to experience her thoughtfulness while enjoying beauty.

The fourth prize, awarded to ten winners, is one tael of silver and a set of comfortable bathing amenities, allowing customers to enjoy a moment of peace and relaxation amidst their busy lives. The fifth prize is more extensive, with twenty lucky winners receiving five hundred coins and some practical paper and pens to help them write more brilliantly in their studies and lives. The sixth prize, awarded to as many as forty winners, is three hundred coins and some exquisitely crafted pastries, leaving a sweet taste in everyone's heart. Even customers who don't win a prize need not feel disappointed, as every customer who enters the shop will receive a bag of carefully prepared candies, ensuring sweetness and joy accompany them every day.

In addition, she plans to introduce a membership card system, allowing ordinary people to enjoy the convenience of points, just like modern people. She stipulates that one point will be earned for every ten coins spent, and when a certain number of points are accumulated, they can be redeemed for various daily necessities. One hundred points will unlock the redemption journey, allowing customers to enjoy the pleasure of shopping while also reaping tangible benefits.

She meticulously recorded all the prize details, membership card policies, and redemption rules for the lucky draw on her computer screen. To ensure accuracy and suitability, she even converted the information into traditional Chinese characters. Afterward, she carefully printed out multiple copies, each with clear handwriting and neat formatting, to distribute to relevant participants and staff, ensuring everyone had a clear understanding of the event's regulations.

To ensure the smooth running of the event, she decided to invite Lin Yu and Chu Youran to the training session again. She found Ouyang Han, relayed the message, and asked him to make sure Lin Yu and Chu Youran came immediately. Afterwards, she returned to her personal space and used her points to redeem an exquisite raffle box, a large number of raffle tickets, and membership cards. She also personally selected the winning prizes, carefully choosing each one to ensure they would bring surprise and joy to the customers.

She planned to have Lin Yu and his team copy down the lottery and membership card rules and post them all over the streets and alleys, so that more people would know about and participate. On opening day, she would also prepare some precious spiritual spring water for her employees to enjoy, to relieve their fatigue and stress after the day. In the evening, she would also hold a grand celebration banquet to reward the partners who had worked hard for the event. Her heart was filled with anticipation and hope, and she believed that this event would definitely become a new starting point for her career.