The Zhang family members came like a spring breeze, crowding towards Zhang Wuya and the others' room, which was both secluded and far away from the kitchen fumes.

At this time, Xia Yue and Nanny Liu were busy preparing a sumptuous dinner and naturally had no time to pay attention to the private conversations here.

Zhang Wuya looked at her sister's mysterious look and couldn't help but become curious: "Youniang, what are you singing about? Don't come up with some confusing modern ideas and let outsiders laugh at us."

The young lady walked around the room lightly, cleared her throat, and a sly light flashed in her eyes: "It's not a big deal, I'm just worried that I'll let it slip when I get excited, so it's better to keep it a secret for now, so as to avoid any more trouble."

Mother Xu Liyun looked at her daughter's actions helplessly, but she couldn't hold back her curiosity and asked directly, "Don't keep us in suspense. What is the plan?"

Xiao Youniang then spoke leisurely, "Actually, Mingyi mentioned before that he went to the teahouse to listen to stories and told Tan Yulin about Journey to the West. It would be a waste if we didn't make good use of such a wonderful and long story to earn some extra money."

She said this with a smug smile on her face.

"To make money?"

Zhang Wuya raised her eyebrows and asked back, obviously finding the suggestion novel.

"Yes, and I have a better idea."

Xiao Youniang continued confidently, "Brother, please write down some of these stories first. We can try to cooperate with Qingting Teahouse. We will provide exclusive story content and share the profits in a 50-50 or 60-40 ratio. This is both safe and profitable."

Zhang Ming pondered for a moment, and the image of Tan Yulin's persistence in getting to the bottom of things in the academy emerged in his mind. He felt that this idea was quite feasible, and his interest was ignited.

Thus, a small family meeting kicked off. Everyone participated in the discussion enthusiastically, and various opinions and suggestions were interwoven into a beautiful blueprint for the future.

This creative and hopeful family meeting came to a temporary end only when Xia Yue knocked on the door gently, reminding everyone that dinner was ready. However, the vision of unknown possibilities quietly took root in everyone's hearts.

After dinner, the gentle sunset fell on the ancient streets. Xiao Youniang stepped on the fragmented light and shadow and gently knocked on Zhang Mingyi's door.

"Brother, are you really going to start writing in this quiet afternoon? Writing a story is not as casual as telling a story. Every plot and every detail needs to be carefully polished like carving a beautiful jade."

There was a hint of concern in her voice and a gleam of encouragement in her eyes.

When Zhang Ming heard this, a confident smile appeared on his lips. He gently spread out the rice paper and prepared the brush and ink. His movements were smooth and calm.

"Don't worry, Sister Youniang. Journey to the West was my bedside book during my childhood. It accompanied me into my dreams countless times. Even if I haven't read it over and over again for hundreds of times, I've read it at least fifty times. At that time, I was extremely obsessed with those fantastic scenes and heroic characters. Every chapter and every line of dialogue are deeply engraved in my heart and are still vivid in my mind."

Zhang Wuya came over when she heard the noise, pulled an antique wooden chair and sat next to the two of them, her eyes full of expectation and trust.

"Mingyi, I think it is very appropriate for us to use the name 'Chen Enming' as a pen name. Although the time and space are different, it can serve as a tribute to express our respect and remembrance for the master who created such a brilliant chapter."

Her proposal was like a warm spring breeze, blowing away the last trace of hesitation in the air.

So, the three brothers and sisters immersed themselves in the ocean of words. The tips of their pens jumped like stars, drawing magnificent pictures on the white paper.

Time passed quietly like a stream, and two hours went by in a flash. The story they wrote had advanced to the key node they had shared with Tan Yulin before - the shocking moment of Sun Wukong, who was heavily oppressed by the Five Elements Mountain, lonely but tenacious.

The next day, when the morning light just broke through the dawn, Tan Yulin was waiting in front of Zhang Mingyi's residence early in the morning, with the eagerness in his eyes almost overflowing.

"Mingyi, you really made me wait so long! Tell me, what happened to the monkey after it was suppressed by the giant mountain? Did it escape with magical powers? Or was there someone with great power who helped it out of danger?"

His tone was mixed with anxiety and curiosity, like a child who was eager to know the answer to a mystery.

Faced with his friend's questioning, Zhang Ming smiled helplessly and began to narrate slowly.

At the same time, he revealed his idea of ​​publishing this story to earn some money, and put forward a condition - if Tan Yulin wanted to know the exciting sequel in advance, he could either pay a certain fee to read the new chapters in advance, or patiently listen to others tell the story slowly in the teahouse.

Although Tan Yulin had a wry smile on his face, he gladly accepted it. After all, the pleasure of knowing in advance allowed him to always be at the forefront of news among his friends.

This is all because of the deep brotherly love, everything can be discussed.

At the same time, Zhang Laoer, holding the story he had just finished, stepped into the quaint Qingting Teahouse.

"Boss, I wonder if the boss is here? I have a mutually beneficial proposal and hope to cooperate with your teahouse."

His words were full of the steadiness and expectations of a businessman. Even though he was dressed simply, his extraordinary demeanor was still eye-catching.

Shopkeeper Lu looked at this seemingly ordinary but extraordinary man, with a hint of amusement in his eyes.

"Oh? Tell me about it. The boss happens to be away today, but as long as your proposal is reasonable, I can make the decision."

Zhang Laoer looked around and found that there were few customers in the teahouse in the morning, with only a few regular customers sitting around.

"Boss, this matter involves confidentiality. Can we find a quiet place to discuss it in detail?"

There was a gleam of mystery and confidence in his eyes.

Shopkeeper Lu's curiosity was instantly aroused, and he smiled slyly.

"follow me."

Then he led the two of them into an elegantly decorated private room.

As soon as the door closed, Zhang Laoer got straight to the point: "Boss, I have a well-conceived and excellent work on hand, and I am looking for a partner to promote it together. My idea is this: I will be responsible for providing a steady stream of wonderful stories, and you only need to provide this Feng Shui treasure land and an excellent storyteller, and we will split the profits 50-50, how do you think?"

Upon hearing this, Shopkeeper Lu stroked his beard and pondered, with a hint of disapproval on his lips: "Young man, you are quite arrogant. Are you sure you understand the rules of this business? It is one thing for me to buy out your books, but it is another thing for you to share the profits of the teahouse with me."

At this moment, Xu Liyun stepped forward and gently placed a stack of neat manuscripts on the table, her eyes firm and gentle.

"Boss, why don't you read the story first? I believe this work will touch your heart."

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