Xiao Youniang immediately stepped forward with a firm look on her face: "Anyone who dares to bully my brother must get past me first! Second sister is here, and I swear to protect your safety until my death."

Zhang Ming smiled and shook his head, blinking at Xiao Youniang, appearing both naughty and confident: "Second sister, you are worrying too much. Besides, I was born with a different physique from ordinary people and have great strength. Why would I be afraid of those little things?"

Xu Liyun interrupted lightly, her voice gentle but with a force that could not be ignored. She gently pulled everyone with one hand and led them out with graceful movements, like a gentle spring breeze, carrying irresistible warmth.

"Children, don't learn those bad habits. You are all young talents who have received a good education. How can you bully the weak? Especially you, Mingyi, remember that strength is used to protect, not oppress. Otherwise, you may be expelled from school."

Her words contained both the kindness of a mother and the authority of a teacher.

Zhang Wuya suddenly changed the subject and directed attention to today's important affairs: "Dad and Mom, are we still going to Fuyuan Dental Clinic today? Choosing a servant is like choosing a good piece of wood. The first thing to look at is character. If we visit a few more families, we will definitely find the most suitable candidate."

Her tone revealed a maturity and consideration beyond her age, and her eyes sparkled with anticipation for her family's future.

Xiao Youniang suddenly realized and tapped her forehead gently, seeming to feel a little ashamed and regretful for almost forgetting such an important thing. "I was almost overwhelmed by trivial matters. What my elder sister said is so right. We should visit the nearby dental clinics one by one to find the one that best meets our family's needs."

Her expression suddenly became serious, and her eyes flickered with determination.

As the conversation ended, the group slowly walked into the store they had run for many years - "Junyi Pavilion".

Outside the shop, the three large characters on the plaque are vigorous and powerful, shining brightly in the sun. The interior is elegant and fashionable, and every piece of clothing is placed just right, showing the family's taste and status.

At this time, Zhang Laoer quietly led out their loyal companion Xiao Hei from the back door. It was a horse with shiny black fur and a strong body.

He stroked Xiao Hei's mane and said leisurely, "In Baiyun County, there are only a handful of trustworthy dental clinics. Apart from the well-known Fuyuan Dental Clinic, the one in the east of the city is the most prominent and has a good reputation."

After making sure that her children were safely seated in the carriage, Xu Liyun also stepped gracefully into the carriage. The family set out on their journey to the East City Tooth Shop in a warm and expectant atmosphere.

Soon, the magnificent building of the East City Yahang came into view. Compared with Fuyuan, this place had a more majestic and unrestrained atmosphere. The various luxurious carriages parked around demonstrated the extraordinary customers here. Undoubtedly, this was the first choice for the county nobles to choose their right-hand men.

As they entered the dental clinic, the Zhang family was immediately welcomed into a spacious and bright hall. The air was filled with a faint scent of fragrance, which made people feel peaceful and noble.

The first person to greet them was a petite maid with a childish smile. Her movements were nimble and light, like a dancing butterfly, and she led the Zhang family into an elegantly decorated box.

The furnishings in the box are exquisite, and the breeze outside the window brings a hint of coolness.

A moment later, a thin, middle-aged prostitute with a shrewd look in her eyes entered the box. She bent her back slightly, with a professional flattering smile on her face, as if she could see into people's desires. She asked in a tone that was almost flattering but not without tact: "Oh, honorable sir and madam, you are such distinguished guests! I wonder what brings you to my humble abode?"

The young girl whispered softly in her mother's ear, with a trace of worry in her eyes: "Mom, I always have a feeling that if I choose someone here, it will be difficult to leave without hundreds of taels of silver."

Xu Liyun used her eyes to gently comfort her daughter, shook her head gently, and said in a gentle but firm tone: "Don't worry, in a business, both parties must feel it is appropriate. They won't force you to do anything."

Zhang Laoer's eyes were as sharp as an eagle's. He stared directly at the old woman, and his tone revealed his unquestionable determination: "We need to pick a few reliable and capable servants and maids."

These words were concise and clear, full of the master's authority.

When the matchmaker heard this, her smile became even brighter. She seemed to have been prepared for such a request. She nodded and agreed immediately, with a hint of flattery in her voice: "Okay, I'll take care of it for you right away. Please wait, it will be ready soon."

After saying this, she clapped her hands lightly, and the clever little maid immediately understood what she meant and retreated lightly.

In less than a moment, the little maid led a team of men, women, old and young. They were all dressed neatly and had different expressions, but all revealed a hint of anticipation. They filed into the box.

The number of people was far more than that of Fuyuan Dental Clinic, which was overwhelming.

Xu Liyun's eyes slowly swept over the crowd, thinking carefully in her mind.

She believed that the daily maintenance of the manor would require at least two strong servants, and considering the busy housework, four maids would be a suitable choice.

But I couldn't help but feel worried. The increase in the number of people means that management will become more difficult. If there are people with bad intentions among them, the consequences will be disastrous.

However, the growing needs of her family forced her to consider adding more staff.

Seeing his wife's hesitation, Zhang Laoer stood up and looked around at the group of people waiting for the interview.

His eyes seemed to have the ability to penetrate people's hearts. He first briefly examined the palms of the people, as if looking for traces left by long-term labor. Then, he decisively pointed out ten people and said, "Let's take these ten people and learn about their situation first."

His words were filled with the decisiveness and responsibility of a family head.

When the matchmaker heard this, she smiled so much that her approval was evident on her face: "Oh, Master, your vision is really sharp and unique. Everyone you picked is one of the best here!"

Then she gestured for the others to step aside temporarily to give Zhang Laoer and his family enough space so that they could learn more about the candidates more freely and in depth.

"Everyone, can you please talk about the skills that each of you excels in, so that we can get to know each other better?"

Zhang Laoer's voice was gentle and expected. He looked around at everyone with sincerity in his eyes.

The crowd was silent for a moment, as if they were organizing their thoughts and looking for the most appropriate words to express themselves.

Finally, a man who looked about 30 years old and was as sturdy as a mountain broke the silence. His voice was simple and deep, as if the first ray of warm spring sun penetrated the ice: "Sir, I have great strength. Whether it is moving stones to build walls or plowing the fields, I am one of the best in the village."

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