Rebirth: Find a General as Your Backer

Su Lianxue was carefully examining the accounts, her gaze sweeping intently over the rows of numbers. Seeing the steadily increasing profits in the ledger filled her with joy.

She noticed that the shop was now quite profitable, so she looked at Zhang Da and said, "Mr. Zhang, you really know how to do business. You've managed to make such high profits in such a short time."

Upon hearing this, Zhang Da immediately responded respectfully, "This is all thanks to you, Miss. People outside are very grateful to you, saying that you have improved their quality of life."

Furthermore, the staff at our store are exceptionally skilled, and the storage of medicinal herbs is also professionally managed. This not only ensures the efficacy of the medicine but also reduces spoilage, giving customers complete confidence in our signature medicines.

Su Lianxue then instructed, "When receiving the goods, don't push the price too low. If the goods are in good condition, you should offer a reasonable high price. We need to establish long-term and stable cooperative relationships with the local people. We cannot damage our business reputation for short-term gains."

Zhang Da assured, "Don't worry, Miss, I'll keep an eye on it. When we receive the goods, we will evaluate them according to your instructions, considering factors such as color, texture, and size. For high-quality goods, we offer very fair prices and will record everything in detail, including price, quantity, quality, and date, so that everything is traceable."

Just then, a commotion suddenly broke out outside, and Su Lianxue couldn't help but frown.

Upon seeing this, Xiao Tao immediately said, "Miss, I'll go out and see who is so ill-mannered."

After Xiao Tao went outside, she asked angrily, "Who's making such a racket? Don't they know Miss is busy with her work?"

Two young girls knelt tremblingly. One of them said, "Sister Xiaotao, I cleaned the outside today, but Zifu deliberately dumped the trash on the ground just now."

Upon hearing this, Zi Fu shouted, "I didn't! Zi Xia, how could you accuse me like this? I really didn't notice, it wasn't intentional. Please, Sister Xiao Tao, help me. I was just carrying the trash to take it out, and I probably spilled a little bit by accident."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Tao sternly reprimanded, "Keep your voices down! Have you forgotten all the manners you learned recently? Is it worth arguing over such a trivial matter? You two should both kneel down first."

He then added, "I will investigate what exactly happened. Those who serve Miss must not cause trouble, or they will absolutely not be allowed to stay here."

After Xiao Tao returned to her room, she explained the situation to Su Lianxue. Su Lianxue said that they would handle such matters in the future, and she could report the results to her afterward.

Afterwards, Su Lianxue continued to communicate with Zhang Da about business matters, such as how to expand and broaden the business, and then let Zhang Da go about his business.

Su Lianxue had been busy at the table for a while, and maintaining the same posture for so long made her shoulders feel a little sore and uncomfortable, so she gently shifted her shoulders a few times. At this moment, Xiao Mei, who was standing nearby, noticed this and walked over quietly, saying softly, "Miss, your shoulders seem uncomfortable. Let me massage them for you."

Su Lianxue responded softly. Xiaomei then placed her hands on Su Lianxue's shoulders and began to massage her skillfully. Her fingers deftly pressed and kneaded Su Lianxue's shoulders and neck, the pressure and speed perfectly controlled. Su Lianxue felt all her fatigue gradually dissipate under Xiaomei's massage, the comfortable feeling making her extremely enjoyable. As time went on, Xiaomei's massage techniques became increasingly refined, and Su Lianxue now found herself somewhat dependent on her. Whenever she felt any discomfort in her shoulders or body, she hoped Xiaomei would be there to help alleviate it.

While giving her a massage, Xiaomei said, "Xiaotao went to deal with those two maids. I never expected them to argue over such a small matter. With their personalities, we wouldn't dare to put them in front of Miss so easily."

Su Lianxue closed her eyes slightly and said softly, "I feel at ease with you all watching over me. However, there's no need to rush in dealing with these matters. Let's take it slow. After all, they are just young girls, and it's inevitable that they will be impulsive and immature at times."

"Speak, you two," Xiao Tao said sternly, staring angrily at Zi Fu and Zi Xia.

The two girls timidly raised their heads, and when they saw Xiao Tao's angry face, a wave of fear washed over them. Their bodies trembled slightly, and they said in unison, "Sister Xiao Tao, we know we were wrong, please forgive us this time. We really know we were wrong, and we will never dare to do it again."

Xiao Tao looked at the two maids and said, "We are all serving Miss, so we should work together. In this mansion, by Miss's side, what can't we discuss properly instead of arguing over trivial matters? We should unite so that we can better serve Miss, instead of arguing over small things, losing our dignity, and causing Miss trouble."

Zi Fu and Zi Xia nodded repeatedly as Xiao Tao scolded them. Seeing this, Xiao Tao continued, "Since you've both admitted your mistakes, you must accept the punishment. You'll be fined a month's wages. Hopefully, this punishment will teach you a lesson so you won't make the same mistake again."

When Zi Fu and Zi Xia heard that they would be fined a month's wages, they were heartbroken, as that was the money they earned through their hard work. However, they also knew that it was indeed their fault, so they could only bite their lips, tears welling up in their eyes, and choke out, "Thank you for your teachings, Sister Xiao Tao. We will remember them."

After Xiao Tao dealt with the two girls' matters seriously and properly, she came to Su Lianxue and gave a detailed report on the outcome.

After hearing Xiao Tao's decision, Su Lianxue said calmly, "These girls are still young, and it's inevitable that they'll have some minor conflicts and arguments sometimes. Just keep an eye on them and keep an eye on them."

As for deducting their monthly pay, if they perform well in their work afterwards, the deducted money will be returned to them as a reward. This way, they will both realize their mistakes and be motivated to do better.

Xiao Tao respectfully replied, "Yes, Miss, I understand."

Su Lianxue has always trusted Xiao Tao and the others. Since she has entrusted them with the management of these maids, she will not interfere too much in their upbringing.

After all, Xiao Tao and the others need to continuously learn and grow in handling various matters so that they can gradually become independent and do things better. After all, they will face even more challenges when they arrive in the capital.