The merchant's rebirth led to the complete downfall of the Marquis's mansion.

Chapter 175 Carry Forward and Develop

Qin Yao stayed at Liu Qingping's place for a long time without anyone coming to see her, so she knew that the two of them had started chatting, but she didn't know what they were talking about.

"Sister Qin?"

When Qin Yao came to her senses, she saw Liu Qingping looking at her with concern.

Qin Yao composed herself and spoke calmly:

"What? Where were we?"

Liu Qingping frowned. "You've been so absent-minded. Is it related to some girl? Who is she?"

Lina knew that Qin Yao had suddenly had a cousin, but she didn't know whether this "cousin" was actually a cousin or not.

Now that the princess's mother has summoned her again, and Qin Yao seems distracted, it's hard not to overthink things.

Qin Yao naturally wouldn't admit that she was thinking about Lingna, so she continued with a faint smile:

"No, I was just thinking about going to the North."

Sure enough, these words immediately diverted Liu Qingping's attention.

"Have you thought this through? You really want to go? I heard it's very chaotic there right now, it would be dangerous for you!"

Qin Yao looked at it intently and said firmly:

“I know, but if I don’t go, the Princess has no reason to intervene.”

Liu Qingping remained silent. Although her princess mother forbade her to know, she was by no means an ignorant noblewoman who knew nothing and had not heard a word of it.

After a long silence, all she could say was, "Come back safe and sound!"

……

In the middle of the night,

Qin Yao and Lingna left the Princess's residence together. Compared to Qin Yao's silence, Lingna was unusually excited.

He muttered to himself all the way, not caring that Qin Yao was keeping a straight face and talking to herself.

Only after they got into the carriage did Qin Yao use some pastries to shut her up.

"Don't say it, I'm really hungry!" Lina focused on the food and didn't mention what had just happened again.

We were so busy chatting that we forgot to eat, and now that we have some free time, we realize our stomachs are empty.

Upon returning to the Qin family, Qin Yao didn't give her a chance to speak. She instructed the kitchen to serve the dishes and treat her well, while she went to her study to eat a few bites and then began to study the situation in the north.

Lina, who was itching to speak, held it in all night, and only found a chance to talk the next day when she went out with Qin Yao.

This time, Qin Yao didn't stop her and listened quietly to what she had talked about with the princess.

After she finished speaking in one breath, took a sip of water in between, and then asked:

Why did you leave? Otherwise, we could have talked more!

Qin Yao slowly spoke:

"I'm here, I'm afraid it will affect your performance!"

"Tch!" Lina turned her head away. "No wonder she talked about you!"

This "she" is naturally the eldest princess.

"What did she say about me?" Qin Yao asked calmly, her hand tightening.

"Of course you've been assimilated. You're so careful in everything you do, afraid to make a mistake."

Lingna recalled the princess's regretful expression when she spoke of Qin Yao, and she said,

"Scholars, farmers, artisans, and merchants—she faced this situation from birth, and later she was framed by the Jiang family, so naturally she's more cautious!"

It is difficult for a modern person to adapt to feudal society, let alone someone who is in an in-between class.

Take the eldest princess, for example. She was born into a high position, and no one dared to disobey her. She kept herself well hidden.

Qin Yao breathed a sigh of relief, but just smiled and didn't reply.

It's better to be cautious; the more cautious you are, the longer you'll live.

Upon arrival, Qin Yao disembarked from the carriage first, followed by Lingna, who looked at the hot pot restaurant in front of them with a puzzled expression.

"Why did you bring me here? To eat hot pot?"

Although she really wanted to eat it, it was clearly unlikely.

"Let me show you around!"

Lina was even more puzzled.

As soon as the two entered the room, the innkeeper greeted them, "Miss, the things have been placed in the room. Shall we go now?"

"Okay! You're busy, shopkeeper. I'll go by myself." Qin Yao nodded and led Lingna upstairs.

Lingna, filled with a million questions, followed Qin Yao upstairs.

Lingna was still completely bewildered when she saw the ledger Qin Yao handed her.

"I'm going to be away for a while. I hope the Qin family's business will flourish."

Lena still didn't understand, pointing to herself, "So you want me?..."

Seeing Qin Yao nod, he immediately refused!

"How can this be? I'm just a 996 office worker, I've never started a business before, especially in the food and beverage industry, no way!"

"I believe in you!" Qin Yao had witnessed her success and believed that she could succeed again if she had to do it all over again.

"Even if you believe me, it's no use, I don't believe you! This is such a big business of yours, if I mess it up, how am I supposed to compensate you?"

Lina felt her heart pounding. She was just a junior employee, and suddenly she was asked to be the CEO. Anyone would be stunned.

Lingna waved her hands exaggeratedly, but when she turned around, she saw Qin Yao looking serious.

"No! I really can't do it!" Lina cried out from the bottom of her heart.

"Let's take a look at the ledgers."

Lina: "..." Did she agree?

"Don't stand there, come here!" Qin Yao sat down, beckoned to the motionless Lingna, and soothed her.

"Don't worry, the accounts will be managed, and Qiu Liu will stay to help you. Your task is to make hot pot a great success!"

Qin Yao felt that the business wasn't big enough yet, and with Lingna's help, it would definitely get better.

After all, she had only learned the basics; she was unaware of the truly ingenious ideas.

"You don't need me to shoulder the main responsibility? You don't need me to handle the finances? You don't need me to manage so many people?" Lina asked with each step.

Qin Yao shook her head repeatedly.

Not only is it unnecessary, but everyone will be at Rena's disposal.

And she wants to control Lina!

Lingna was satisfied and followed Qiu Liu to familiarize herself with the hot pot restaurant. Qin Yao didn't go; she sat in her room enjoying tea.

Qingzhi poured her more tea, then hesitated before speaking.

"Miss, are you really not going to let Sister Qiuliu go with you?"

"What? You lack confidence?"

Qingzhi shook her head, "It's just that you're used to Sister Qiuliu, and suddenly she's not here..."

"She's not here, so you'll take over!" Qin Yao made the final decision, not giving her a chance to speak again.

Qingzhi moved her lips a few times, then closed her mouth.

Upon returning to the Qin family, he immediately sought out Qiu Liu to hand over the details, recording everything meticulously.

This is her pledge of allegiance to become the young lady's right-hand woman!