Update, asking for monthly ticket

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  Guixiangzhai bought a new pastry recipe, and Tianlaibao found out about it very quickly. However, he didn't know that this pastry recipe was sold to his father Tian Changjin by Xia Zhi.

  Tian Chang and his wife kept this matter a secret from Tian Lai Bao.

  "...Guī Fāng Zhāi couldn't come up with a similar dessert for the time being, and our shop's business improved a lot." Mainly because Guī Xiāng Zhāi old brand became very popular, while Guī Fāng Zhāi didn't have desserts, which further widened the gap between the two dessert shops. This matter was what made Tián Cháng most happy.

  "In those few days, my father and mother kept asking me about you two. I thought it was strange, but then I thought it was just like when I used to live in the village, so I didn't think much of it. By the way, after I got home, I didn't stop talking to them about how great Old Uncle and Sixteen are."

  "They also said that Gui Fang was thinking of some trick to harm me, and they would take action against me, making people watch me all day. Later, it seemed like Xia Er Shu and others came, my father and mother were talking, I heard a sentence or two, I guessed it was you two who came. I went to ask, but my parents were still keeping it from me, making people watch me even more closely."

  Tian Lai Bao was finally able to confirm the news of Xia Zhi and Xiao Hei's arrival in Fu City because of the Dragon Boat Festival zongzi. It turned out that the Tian family had also bought some champion zongzi. The servants who were serving them mentioned the owner of the champion zongzi in their conversation.

  "They didn't mention your names, probably don't even know. But as soon as I heard what they said, I guessed it might be you two." He was already very clever and pieced together the clues from start to finish, guessing the situation almost perfectly. Then he found Tian Chang's trusted servant and used a combination of soft and hard tactics, even resorting to some small tricks, finally getting news about Xia Zhi and Xiao Hei Yu.

  Tian Chang was forced to tell his wife everything when he couldn't hide it from her anymore. Tian Lai Bao couldn't help but complain that his parents hadn't told him earlier about Xia Zhi and Xiao Hei Yu's arrival in the city, then he said he would go find Xia Zhi and Xiao Hei Yu.

  "My parents stopped me from coming, saying that things are quite complicated and they're worried that I'll come to find you guys and cause you trouble." Tian Lai Bao snorted coldly at this point, "I understand what they mean. But I think the two of them are pretty boring. Xia Er Shu is Xia Er Shu, and you two are you two."

  "I also told them that Sixteen can send the prescription to Gui Xiang House, and that should still be giving face to me!" Tian Lai Bao said, looking at Xia Zhi with a pair of big eyes full of expectation.

  Xia Zhi smiled and nodded, then laughed at him: "Lai Bao, you're still quite confident."

  "This bit of confidence is just fine!" Tian Lai Bao laughed happily, "I knew it, Sixteen, Old Uncle, you two will definitely stand on my side."

  It seems that everything has been cleared up between us friends now.

  Tian Lai Bao looked out the window and then asked Xia Zhi: "Sixteen, is this really your champion zongzi workshop? Sixteen, you're really capable. You've only been in Fucheng for a few days, right? Your family's champion zongzi is really delicious!"

  "You like to eat? I'll give you some later." Xia Zhi smiled and saw that Tian Lai Bao was curious about the workshop, so he took him out for a stroll around the place.

  Tian Lai Bao saw that Xia Zhi's small workshop was running smoothly, and wherever he went, the female workers would respectfully call out to him as "Boss". Tian Lai Bao looked at Xia Zhi with an even more different gaze.

  After visiting the workshop, the three children sat back down in the house. Tian Lai Bao kept saying that Xia Zhi was capable.

  "No wonder my dad and Zhang Zhuanggui have been praising you." Tian Lai Bao told Xia Zhi, "My dad said that you and Old Shu are not ordinary people, and you will definitely achieve great things in the future. My mom also said that you and Xia Ershu are not the same kind of person."

  Xia Zhi smiled slightly, and her heart was already clear. Tian Lai Bao said that he sneaked out, and there should be water inside. If Tian Chang didn't let the couple release water, he might not have been able to sneak out.

  Tian Lai Bao's arrival actually still represents Tian Chang's attitude in Gui Xiang Zhai.

  "Guifangzhai is not my second uncle's family. They are distant relatives who have turned several corners. I don't know the specific details. However, when my second uncle and his family came to Fucheng, neither my grandfather nor grandmother approved of it." Xia Zhi smiled and said, "Besides, even if Guifangzhai was my second uncle's business, since I chose Gui Xiangzhai, I will follow the rules and not be ambiguous."

  Tian Lai Bao nodded repeatedly, Xia Zhi's words really made him too happy. "I said those messy things they did would absolutely have no effect on us."

  Xia Zhi suddenly thought of something and asked Tian Lai Bao: "Did the Tian family have a feud with your family in the past?" Otherwise, why would so many shops not be chosen, but instead target Gui Xiang Zhai's business.

  "I asked my parents, and they said there's nothing special between our families. If we were to follow the Tan family rules, I'd even have to call him Uncle Five. Actually, it's just that our family business is doing well, and they're jealous. Normal people wouldn't do something like this. It was Zhang Cai and his sister's idea. They've never been content with their lot in life, and now that they've gotten close to the monitor, they think they can get away with anything."

  Speaking of this matter, Tian Lai Bao was quite indignant. However, he told Xia Zhi and Xiao Hei Yu Er: "Don't look at their current arrogance, but look back later! They won't be jumping around for long!"

  The summer solstice examined words and colors, and became more certain of his judgment. Apart from the surface business competition, Tian Chang also had a secret arrangement to overthrow Gui Fangzhai.

  How can we overthrow Gui Fangzhai? Naturally, it is necessary to start from the key and weak points.

  But these were no longer things she needed to worry about.

  It's been a while since we last met, and there are so many things to talk about. Tian Lai Bao asked Xia Zhi and Xiao Hei Yu Er about many things in the workshop, and expressed his deep regret for not being able to come earlier to meet with them.

  "If I could have come earlier, I would have been able to help the Sixteen as well." Tian Lai Bao sighed and said. In fact, he was envious of Xia Zhi and Xiao Hei Yu's young age being able to handle such a big thing, and his heart was filled with admiration.

  "Old uncle is working as a supervisor for me, and I still have to pay him wages. Come on, Bao, if you come over, I'll also pay you wages." Xia Zhi said with a playful tone.

  "Alright. I'd be happy to come even if you don't pay me," Tian Lai Bao replied immediately.

  Xia Zhi smiled: "You want to come, but it's not necessarily going to work out."

  Tian Lai Bao chuckled and said, "My parents actually wanted to come see Shiliu and Old Uncle too. But they were also worried about causing trouble for you all." Xia Ershu's family was in the prefectural city, and those people with Zhang Cai would dare to use any means.

  The osmanthus cake of Gui Xiang Zhai sells very well, Gui Fang Zhai has started to imitate it, but hasn't succeeded yet.

  "Sixteen, Old Uncle, how much longer are you two going to stay in the prefectural city? When do you plan on heading back?" Tian Lai Bao asked Xia Zhi.

  "In a few more days, I'll probably be back." Xia Zhi said. After the Dragon Boat Festival is over, in about a few more days, there won't be many people buying zongzi anymore, she plans to wait until then to pack up the workshop and head back to Daxing Village.

  This time in Fucheng, I have already stayed much longer than originally planned.

  "Sixteen, then are you going to continue with the zongzi business in the future?" Tian Lai Bao asked again.

  "It must be done." Xia Zhi gave a firm answer. The sign of the champion zongzi had already been hung out, and this was an intangible asset that would be wasted if they didn't continue to make it.

  But how to continue is what Xia Zhi is considering now.

  "Normally, there are also people buying zongzi, but the quantity is much less." To continue making champion zongzi, she needs to rent a storefront and hire fixed staff to maintain daily operations.

  These necessities aren't just about money.

  "Sixteen, I know you're definitely not short of money now." Tian Lai Bao looked at Xia Zhi, and his words suddenly became less fluent.

  Xia Zhi glanced at Lai Bao with a pair of eyes, and his eyes narrowed slightly. "Lai Bao, what's your idea? Why don't you tell me?"

  Tian Lai Bao's face turned red under Xia Zhi's gaze, he lowered his head and hesitated for a while, then seemed to have made some difficult decision, he finally raised his head and smiled at Xia Zhi.

  "When I was sixteen, I knew that nothing could be hidden from you. I know I'm not a good enough friend. But in my heart, I stand on your side."

  "Stop being so stubborn, I've already said it's not your fault. You're still being supported by your parents and the family business is at stake, you can't make decisions on your own. Your uncle and I both know that. Just tell us what your parents have instructed you to do. As long as you remember our friendship in your heart." Xia Zhi suddenly smiled.

  Tian Lai Bao blinked his eyes, and his eyes turned red. "Sixteen..."

  "Let you call sister, say how many times you've returned, why don't you listen?"

  "Sixteen..." Tian Lai Bao still held on quite well.

  Xia Zhi was also helpless. "Stop twisting and turning, just say what you want."

  Tian Chang often lets Tian Lai Bao convey the meaning is very simple. Guixiang Building wants champion zongzi. The business of champion zongzi must be continued, and it is necessary to lay out a stall, which means there are many troublesome things to deal with. These all consume energy and require connections. But if Xia Zhi hands over the business of champion zongzi to Guixiang Building, he can get a sum of money cleanly and neatly.

  Tian Changzai also promised to give Xia Zhi a good price. He meant to let Xia Zhi name the price.

  After listening to Tian Lai Bao's words, Xia Zhi was silent and didn't speak.

  Kui Xiang Zhai has a ready-made shop, a ready-made reputation, and a workshop that has been operating smoothly with partners. These are exactly what she needs.

  Tian Lai Bao saw that Xia Zhi wasn't speaking, so he carefully said: "Actually, our shop sells zongzi every year. This year my dad knew you had champion zongzi, and set up a stall on West Market Street, so he didn't let the shop sell zongzi anymore."

  Guixiangzhai didn't sell zongzi this year, but Guifangzhai did, and as a result, they had a small conflict with the champion zongzi stall, which ended in nothing.

  This thing Xia Zhi is aware of. Now it seems that Tian Chang has discovered the hot sale of the champion zongzi, and he may have had this idea now.

  "Your dad didn't come find me, but you came. What's in it for you if this thing gets done?" Xia Zhi asked Tian Lai Bao.

  Tian Lai Bao was taken aback, then very honestly replied: "My dad knows I'm close to you and Old Uncle, so he asked me to come and ask around." As for benefits, he's just Tian Chang's son, the young master of Gui Xiang Zhai, what other benefits does he need?

  Young man, you've been sent here by your parents to do a favor. Not considering your feelings, this thing can't be done at all. How can you not want some benefits?

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