The number one spendthrift woman in the capital actually brings glory to her entire family?

Sikong Jin picked up her tea, took a small sip, and replied calmly, "Please take good care of the Hilton matter. I don't have much time to deal with these things. You managers should try your best to take on the main responsibilities. If you're too busy, find some more trustworthy and capable people. Don't worry too much about their salaries. Just meet their needs as much as possible. When employing people, anyone with a skill is fine. We're in business, not looking for world-governing talents. I trust you all to handle things."

Upon hearing this, Manager Feng was immediately moved. He recalled that in the past year or so, almost two years, the young master in front of him had taken over the original restaurant from him, transformed the dilapidated restaurant into the Hilton, introduced new concepts and new management models, and expanded the business to its current scale. He admired him greatly and was even more moved and grateful for his generosity and trust.

Think about it, he brought up so many strange and unusual ideas, let them do them, and let them gain valuable experience through trial and error. Moreover, he also rewarded them with wealth that others could not imagine. Today's Hilton is incomparable to the restaurant he used to run. Now, people who enter Hilton are no longer thinking about anything else; what they want to experience is an unprecedented challenge.

This transformation was undoubtedly a great success for Sikong Jin. Naturally, the wealth that followed gradually accumulated, and she amassed a considerable fortune.

“Young Master, I think perhaps we can reconsider some of the cities in our Great Yong.”

After thinking for a moment, Manager Feng spoke up again, saying that the other managers had also studied this for a long time.

"Well, you decide. If you're more than 50% sure, go for it. I won't interfere. By the way, I have an idea you might want to consider. Don't rush into it, but it's always good to have a goal in mind. You could think about whether you can acquire the Hilton Bank. The name 'bank' doesn't sound very good, so let's call it Hilton Bank."

Sikong Jin pondered for a long time before suddenly speaking.

"Hilton Bank?"

Manager Feng stared wide-eyed at Sikong Jin in surprise, and muttered in a slightly trembling voice.

Sikong Jin nodded. “I’ve been thinking about this for a long time. During this period, Hilton has been developing slowly, and there will be more branches in the future. Its financial strength will also gradually increase. If we have a bank, that is, a Hilton Bank, we can invest Hilton’s profits into it and lend them to those in need at high interest rates. Of course, they will also need to provide corresponding collateral, which is similar to the way these banks operate now. The difference is that we can try to communicate with the government and use the government’s name, which would be good.”

When war breaks out and the national treasury is empty, she can borrow most of the money from the court. Of course, what the court needs to offer as collateral or in exchange is a matter for later.

Sikong Jin had a general idea in mind: in any case, it was definitely right not to miss any opportunity to make money, let alone any opportunity to take advantage of the court.

Manager Feng was almost startled by Sikong Jin's idea, which even included the name of the government. This idea was undeniably bold, but would the government cooperate?

"Young master, this..."

"After we get back, we'll discuss it with the managers. If we think it's feasible, we'll do it; if not, we'll abandon it. By the way, has anything happened at Xingyun Pavilion lately?"

“Miss Ziyuan often sends people from her pavilion to help. When the racetrack was first being tested, the order was a bit chaotic. Fortunately, people from Xingyun Pavilion came to help, and Miss Ziyuan even came to oversee things herself. So now the order at the racetrack is well maintained and it's not as chaotic as before. By the way, young master, why don't you go and take a look later? The race starts this afternoon, and there will be a two-day rest tomorrow and the day after.”

Manager Feng poured tea for Sikong Jin again, smiling as he spoke.

Sikong Jin took a breath and habitually touched her nose. "I won't go. We need to leave Luoyang City tonight. Xingyun Pavilion takes a lot of our share, so it's only right that they do something for us. If you encounter any troublesome or difficult situations, just go to them. Also, I have some connections with Protector Changfeng of Fengyun Tower. If you encounter anything you can't handle, like someone maliciously causing trouble at your restaurant, you can go ask him for help. When you go, don't ask too many questions. Just tell him, and he'll understand."

As he spoke, he took out the small plaque from his sleeve and handed it to Steward Feng, along with a letter. "I just went to Fengyun Tower. Protector Changfeng wasn't there. I was pressed for time and couldn't wait for him to return. Go to his place in a while, and when you see him, give him this letter and this wooden plaque. He'll understand. Just say that I asked you to give it to him."

I originally wanted to go directly to Xingyun Pavilion to find Ziyuan, but after thinking it over, I decided it would be more appropriate to find Manager Feng. After all, he is one of our own. Manager Feng is a very discreet person, reliable and loyal. This is why Sikong Jin dared to entrust Hilton with full responsibility.

Manager Feng paused for a moment, then took the small plaque with a heavy expression. He looked at Sikong Jin with some seriousness and said, "Young Master, won't you stay in Luoyang City for a few more days? It seems there's some kind of martial arts tournament going on in the Jianghu during this time. Forces from all over the country will be coming here. Luoyang City will definitely be very lively then."

Sikong Jin raised an eyebrow slightly, "A martial arts tournament?"

"Yes, it seems like it will be another month or two. The exact time hasn't been set yet. In previous years, it would be after autumn. Judging from the current time, it should be around that time."

"Well, Hilton's business will definitely be even more booming then, but I'm afraid I won't be able to catch this excitement. Alright, pack your things first, prepare some travel expenses for me, I'll be leaving tonight."

Sikong Jin finally waved her hand, somewhat disheartened.

Manager Feng quickly stood up. "Yes, I'll go prepare right away!"

After saying that, he withdrew.

As the warm sun gradually sank in the west, the sky soon darkened, and the entire city of Luoyang was shrouded in a dim gray haze. The cool breeze that slowly drifted through the bamboo forest became gentler and more refreshing.

Yuan Yun walked through the dense bamboo grove and saw Di Beizun, dressed in a black robe, standing by the railing in the distance. He was looking down at the few hundred-leaf grasses under the railing with a calm expression, but Yuan Yun could vaguely see that there seemed to be some unease in his eyes.

"How did you come?"

A very calm voice came from behind, and Di Beizun stopped on the few hundred-leaf grasses and his gaze suddenly focused.