Chapter 350 - Chapter 350: Chapter 350: Only Concerned About When They Can Leave Me In Peace_l (1/2)
Chapter 350: Chapter 350: Only Concerned About When They Can Leave Me In Peace_l
Wei Ruo responded, “As Mr. Fan is well aware, my liquor production is just this much, producing only two or three jars per day.”
Fan Chengxu suggested a condition: “I am aware of that. But still, I hope Brother Heyou could sacrifice a little. Brother Heyou, if you could give me a few more jars of liquor, I will let you have a house in the suburbs of the Capital City. How about it?”
Some houses in the Capital City cannot be bought with money, one must have the right status.
The offer is tempting, but Wei Ruo could not accept it. After all, her identity as Xu Heyou is fake, and she would not be able to register the land and house deeds under her name.
Wei Ruo also knew that Fan Chengxu was offering such an attractive deal not just for a few jars of wine after all, a few jars of wine, no matter how expensive, could not compare to a house in the Capital City.
This can also be considered as an excuse for him to bribe her.
“That’s not necessary. Mr. Fan and I do share some common relation. I’d be willing to give Mr. Fan an extra two jars of Thyme, hoping Mr. Fan would not mind that the wine is limited.” said Wei Ruo.
Upon hearing Wei Ruo’s words, Fan Chengxu was somewhat pleased deep inside.
Although it’s only two jars, this is the first time Xu Heyou isn’t calculating the costs with him so meticulously.
It is evident that in Xu Heyou’s heart, he does carry some affection for him.
Then Wei Ruo turned to Qi Zhen and apologized, “I apologize, Master Qi. There isn’t much left.”
Her two jars are to be given to Fan Chengxu, not sold, and she mentioned clearly that there really isn’t much left, so it was reasonable to reject Qi Zhen’s request at this point.
Qi Zhen smiled, “It’s alright. If I want to drink, I will just come and have a pot at Brother Fan’s place. It’s just that the person I want to gift it to may temporarily miss out on such fine liquor.”
Fan Chengxu said, “I don’t have much more to offer, but I can reserve a pot for you every day.”
Qi Zhen replied, “That’s good. Keep a pot for me every day, whether I come or not. After several days, I could save up a jar, which I can then give as a gift.” “That can be arranged.” replied Fan Chengxu.
As they were speaking, a subordinate of Qi Zhen entered the room and whispered something into Qi Zhen’s ear.
Qi Zhen’s expression changed slightly, then he said to Fan Chengxu and Wei Ruo, “I’m sorry, Brother Fan, Master Xu, I have some matters to attend to. I must take my leave.”
“Of course, Brother Qi, you go ahead with your work.” replied Fan Chengxu.
Then, Qi Zhen left the scene.
As soon as he left, the smile on Fan Chengxu’s face shifted from formal courtesy to a more relaxed and genuine expression.
He is like a gracious tiger. He could laugh facing Chu Lan or Qi Zhen, but how much of it is genuine is hard to say.
Without the intrusive presence, Fan Chengxu candidly said to Wei Ruo, “Honestly, I have no interest in seeing Master Qi.”
“Oh? And why is that?” Wei Ruo asked.
“Brother Heyou might not be aware, but this Master Qi is an associate of the sixth prince, and his visit to Taizhou prefecture is most likely related to the prince’s affairs. I have no intention of getting involved in their conflict, but they all seem to be fond of involving me and disturbing my peace. Today, since I have invited you, I never planned to include anyone else, but this Master Qi arrived uninvited and I couldn’t be rude and have him leave.”
By saying this, Fan Chengxu had somehow explained to Wei Ruo why there was a third party present when she arrived today.
“Mr. Fan, you are well-liked and have a wide network of connections.” said Wei Ruo.
“My uncle did indeed have some disputes with the people whom Master Qi serves, but what has it got to do with me? As for the seventh prince… well, better let it be.”