Chapter 129: The Old Beggar Made Merit Again

  Su Wen started tidying up on the second floor, taking out all the treasures he didn't plan to keep. As they saw one treasure after another, Ma Cheng and Zhao You burst into laughter, knowing that this gathering of treasures would bring in a large sum again.

  "Boss, our pawnshop has been doing great business lately. Many people from other provinces have come to visit."

  "The magazine of Shengshi Auction House has been distributed, and our Jubaotang has also entered the sight of many wealthy families. Later, more people will come to our Jubaotang." Su Wen said after thinking for a moment: "In order to disperse the crowd, Jubaotang is about to open a branch store immediately."

  Zhao You and Ma Cheng were not surprised by this, as Su Wen had already shared his thoughts with them.

  The branches of Ju Bao Zhai can sell nothing, but they must be all over the world. Su Wen plans to turn the branches into remote counters, where you can select goods from the branch, but ultimately pick up the goods in Jiangning. Of course, the branch is not really selling anything, and now he can recover those old coins, ancient cast coins, calligraphy and paintings that can be sold in the branch. According to Su Wen's established policy, the first branch will open in Kyoto.

  "Uncle Zhao, if someone from Kyoto comes, you can try to build a relationship with him and ask for his help in finding a store location in Kyoto. At the right time, giving him some discounts is not impossible." Su Wen said.

  "Let's just give him priority in selling the goods, and I'm sure he'll be overjoyed," Zhao You said with a smile.

  "It's better this way. Our pawnshop can't owe anyone favors, and our favors may not be worth much money now. But in the future, they will definitely be worth a fortune." Su Wen was very confident in the pawnshop.

  Zhaoyou and Ma Cheng looked at each other, they both knew what was on their minds.

  From the first customer who came to the second floor of Jibaozhai, Jibaozhai was destined to be different from any ordinary store. Jibaozhai only sells treasures, and this is not just a slogan. As Jibaozhai grew in size, Zhao You and Ma Cheng also felt that their status was different. For example, the other day, Ma Cheng attended an antique appraisal meeting, and when he arrived, more than a dozen famous wealthy businessmen rushed to greet him, with several of them trying to get close to him.

  "Leave it to us. We know what we're doing." Ma Cheng and Zhao You guaranteed simultaneously.

  "You guys stay in the store and I'll feel at ease." Su Wen had already arranged everything, "The things I added today, for now just let others take a look, if they want to buy them, let them wait a few days. You guys take this opportunity to also test their words, see how much these things are really worth."

  "Got it, Young Master." Zhao You revealed a hint of an evil smile.

  Jubaozhai sells treasures, but the value of a treasure is hard to determine. Especially this time, having obtained so many treasures, carefully counting there are twenty pieces or more, wanting to give an accurate price is even harder, however based on others' offers, roughly also has a number in mind.

  In the late afternoon, the old beggar found Su Wen.

  "I said to the old beggar, it's been a long time since I've seen you, how has your career developed recently?"

  "Not bad." The old beggar looked very pleased with himself, "I'll secretly tell Brother Su that I've already taken in the beggars from the two neighboring counties."

  "So fast, well done." Su Wen praised.

  "It's all thanks to Su Xiaoge's support." The old beggar was very humble, "Today I came, also to report a good news to Su Xiaoge. You last time asked me to pay attention to who is abusing the national protected animals, now I have a clue."

  "Really?" Su Wen couldn't help but feel a thrill, thinking that the deadline for the side quest was approaching. Side quest 2 seemed impossible to complete, but side quest 1 was just a little short of completion, and with some effort, it should still be achievable. So during this time, he didn't hesitate to donate money to the Wildlife Conservation Association, but the effect was minimal, and the task completion rate didn't increase much. He thought about how last time he took down a poaching organization, the task completion rate soared upwards, if he could do it again, he would definitely be able to complete the task.

  "It's absolutely true." The old beggar assured, "Su Xiaoge, you should know that many restaurants are secretly slaughtering some nationally protected animals, right?"

  "I've heard of it." Su Wen nodded, apparently the old beggar's discovery had something to do with this.

  "In the past few days, I had my beggar friends keep an eye on those restaurants that slaughter state-protected animals. Yesterday, we made a major discovery. It turns out that there is a gang selling wild animals secretly selling state-protected animals to these restaurants. They deliver goods once a week. Yesterday, these restaurants started placing orders, and tonight, they will start delivering."

  "Tonight?" Su Wen revealed a cold smile, "What time, where?"

  "8 o'clock tonight, Dongda District, Ge Xiao Zhuang, abandoned brick kiln."

  "It's really biased in the suburbs."

  "At that time, there were not only buyers from Jiangning, but also many buyers from other counties and cities."

  Su Wen nodded: "Old beggar, you've done well and made another contribution. Later, go downstairs to receive 10 million yuan, this is your reward."

  The old beggar heard this and exclaimed excitedly: "Su Xiao Ge is really polite, I should do this, those restaurants and organizations that abuse and kill state-protected animals must be punished."

  Su Wen naturally didn't believe in the old beggar's so-called justice, and the only thing that could satisfy the old beggar was money.

  "Go get the money!" Su Wen said with a wave of his hand, "Don't reveal this matter to anyone. If I need you again in the future, I'll contact you."

  "Alright, Young Master Su." The old beggar knew that Su Wencai was the real boss, and he was just following him around. As long as he served Su Wencai well, he wouldn't have to worry about money in the future.

  Watching the old beggar leave, Su Wen fell into deep thought.

  Su Wen initially planned to use beggars to build a nationwide intelligence organization, but as he came into contact with some people, Su Wen discovered the drawbacks. Beggars can't go on stage after all, they can gather a lot of information, but those very secretive things, they basically can't hear about them. As a result, Su Wen's beggar intelligence organization was limited, and its future use was greatly reduced.

  "Never mind, we can't expect too much from them," Su Wen said with a smirk, "If I could communicate with all animals, I should be able to know everything!"

  Of course, Su Wen can now only think about it.

  He knew that he had completed the branch task 1 and received the reward of Beast Language Primary, which could only communicate with walking beasts. If he wanted to communicate with all animals, it would probably take Beast Language Advanced.

  Su Wen took out his mobile phone and made a call.

  "Tang Shu, have you seen Long Shu?"

  "We were just talking about calling you to eat together when your call came."

  "Want to eat together?"

  "Just home cooking, in our house, your aunt cooks, no outsiders."

  Su Wen thought for a moment and nodded: "Okay, it just so happens that I also have something to tell Uncle Tang."

  ……

  "Su Wen gege, where are you going?" Lin Xinyu shouted.

  "Alright!" Su Wen smiled, "I'm going to Tang Shu's house for dinner. After work, you should also hurry up and eat something. By the way, I should be heading back home in two days' time, I'll call you then."

  "Okay, Brother Su Wen." Lin Xinyi waved at Su Wen.

  ……

  Tang Long's home, Su Wen has come here again.

  "Su Wen brother, you're here." Tang Xiao Yao smiled and opened the door for Su Wen.

  "Xiao Yao, long time no see." Su Wen smiled slightly.

  Yang Hui came out of the kitchen wearing an apron and said to Su Wen, "Su Wen, it's been a while since you've come, why don't you hurry in?"

  Su Wen smiled and walked in.

  In the living room, Su Wen saw that Tang Long and Long Yun had already started drinking, with a plate of peanuts in front of them, laughing continuously.

  "Uncle Tang! Uncle Long!"

  "Su Wen, hurry up and sit down, we've been waiting for you."

  Su Wen awkwardly said: "Uncle Long, I don't really drink."

  Long Yun heard this and became displeased: "A real man, a big husband, how can he not drink? Your father is more generous than you."

  Su Wen was embarrassed, what else could he say, Tang Xiaoyao had already given him a full account.

  "This girl is sensible." Long Yun smiled and looked at Tang Long, "I remember that you and Su Donghe had a child engagement back then. Now the two children have grown up. If they both have that idea, let them interact more. Su Wen is a good kid, this girl won't suffer in the future."

  "Uncle Long, I've always treated Xiaoyao like a little sister." Su Wen cried and laughed at the same time.

  "Uncle Long, what are you talking about?" Tang Xiaoyao's face also turned red.

  Long Yun knew he had misspoken and didn't bring it up again. He picked up his wine cup and downed it with Tang Long.

  Su Wen saw this and hastily told his own business, otherwise when Tang Long got drunk, nothing would be useful.

  Tang Long heard that there was an organization selling national protected animals, and without saying a word, he immediately made a phone call to arrange for someone, and afterwards didn't dare drink too much wine.

  Evening.

  Chen Yunhao drove and took Su Wen to Ge Xiao Zhuang.

  Su Wen watched as Tang Long apprehended all the suspects, and only then did he put his mind at ease. According to his observations, the number of protected animals smuggled this time exceeded 300, making it a very serious case. It has to be said that thanks to Su Wen's good fortune, Tang Long had achieved another great feat, and tomorrow's report would definitely be unavoidable. However, Su Wen was also somewhat depressed - those rescued wild animals could only be released after being photographed as evidence tomorrow morning.

  "Never mind, it doesn't matter for one more day." Su Wen muttered to herself, "Chen Yunhao, take me back!"

  "Alright, boss." Chen Yunhao replied.

  Su Wen returned home when Yi Xue was practicing sword dance in the courtyard.

  Seeing Su Wen come back, Yi Xue said: "I left you some food in the pot."

  Su Wen smiled: "It feels so warm and cozy, more and more like a home. From now on, if I don't come back at night, I'll send you a text message."

  Yi Xue stopped dancing with her sword and said lightly: "I just did a little more casually, you don't have to be so serious."