Taming beasts starts with understanding bird language

Not long after the prince's group of dogs were driven away, dozens of maids and servants sent by the general's mansion arrived.

What surprised Gu Chan was that this person also came with an old man in his sixties. His name was Lao Huang, and he was the former steward of the general's mansion. Because of his old age, he retired behind the scenes and became an accountant in the general's mansion. He was deeply loved by Zuo Wangfeng and Ji.

Even Zuo Xin was brought up by him, so it can be said that he is very close to Zuo Xin.

After leading the group of maids and servants over, Lao Huang walked up to Zuo Xin and said, "Second Miss, you are going too far! Why did you dismiss so many people on your first day?"

"Don't talk about me anymore, just lead everyone to work! From now on, you will be the housekeeper of Prince Chan's Mansion, and you have to help me keep the entire mansion in order." Zuo Xin said softly.

In front of Old Huang, she changed her arrogant attitude and became as gentle as a granddaughter meeting her grandfather.

Old Huang smiled dotingly and said, "Alright! I'm already this old, and I was thinking of retiring to enjoy my old age. But now that the Second Miss needs my help, I'll hold on for a few more years."

"Remember this! Be careful of the prince planting spies in the future. No matter what, as long as I am in Prince Chan's mansion, no one from the prince is allowed to be there." Zuo Xin reminded.

Old Huang nodded affirmatively and immediately led the maids and servants to tour the mansion. While familiarizing themselves with the environment, they also made various arrangements and quickly arranged the mansion in a clear manner.

Seeing this, Gu Chan couldn't help but give Zuo Xin a thumbs up and said, "It's amazing that you brought this old housekeeper with you! I'm convinced."

"That's right. My father used to be away fighting in the war and didn't come home for a long time. If it weren't for Mr. Huang helping my mother manage the general's mansion, the whole mansion wouldn't be so peaceful! He is a very good housekeeper." Zuo Xin said proudly.

"It seems that I married the right wife, but this time you have offended the prince. I'm really afraid that he will cause trouble for you." Gu Chan said worriedly.

Zuo Xin was not afraid at all.

She walked over to Gu Chan and sat down. She leaned on him and said, "We are a family from now on. We must work together and face the outside world in unison. We must not fight at home."

"Well! It's good that you have this idea. I was afraid that after you came in, you would scheme against Wan'er and the others every day!" Gu Chan said happily.

"She talked to me last night, and now I understand how difficult their situation is. So please rest assured, my husband. I will take good care of grandpa and grandma and Prince Chan's Mansion in the future and will not let you worry." Zuo Xin said softly.

Gu Chan was deeply moved, thinking that now she could finally feel at ease about her family. As long as she had such a virtuous wife to take care of the family, she could spend more time dealing with things outside.

Just as Gu Chan was thinking this, Yan Zhen walked in from outside the mansion gate, leading a young man.

Since he claimed to be Gu Chan's younger brother, the guards at the door did not stop him. He easily led the young man to the lobby.

"Your Highness, good morning!" After entering the lobby, Yan Zhen hurriedly walked up to Gu Chan and bowed.

Gu Chan looked up and asked in confusion, "What are you doing here so early in the morning?"

"Your Highness, this is like this. This is Lin Tian, ​​the eldest son of Tianya Liquor Store in Kyoto. After his father drank the fine Maozi at your place yesterday, he specially ordered him to come and talk to you today to see if he can get some Maozi from you to sell." Yan Zhen explained.

After he finished speaking, Lin Tian walked forward sensibly, and took the initiative to greet Gu Chan and Zuo Xin in a graceful and generous manner.

Gu Chan carefully looked at Lin Tian in front of him and found that he was only in his early twenties, with a youthful and immature look on his face. However, as he was born into a merchant family, he always exuded the shrewdness of a businessman.

After understanding this, Gu Chan made a gesture of invitation and said, "Sit down first and then talk!"

"Thank you, Your Highness." Lin Tian said respectfully.

Then he and Yan Zhen sat opposite Gu Chan.

Gu Chan tilted her head and looked at Zuo Xin beside her and said, "Take grandpa and grandma to rest first! And clean up the house while you're at it."

"Yes, husband." Zuo Xin said softly.

After saying that, she stood up and left with Zhang Wanshan.

After the three of them left, Gu Chan looked at Lin Tian and said, "Mr. Lin, have you ever tasted the Maozi I developed?"

"My father brought back a pot last night. I tasted a cup and found that your wine is different from all the wines on the market today. I especially want to know how you brew this wine." Lin Tian said tentatively.

"You don't need to worry about how it is brewed. You just need to know that my wine is better than all the wines on the market. If your Tianya Wine Shop is not good enough, I can choose to cooperate with other wine shops." Gu Chan said with a sneer.

Lin Tian was stunned on the spot when he heard this. His heart skipped a beat and he realized that this young prince in front of him, who looked very young, was not an easy character to deal with.

Yan Zhen quickly tried to smooth things over, saying, "Your Highness, please don't be like this! Business is always negotiated, and Tianya Liquor Store is one of the three largest liquor stores in Kyoto! The Lin family is also very powerful, and Lin Tian's grandfather was the Minister of Personnel!"

"Who is in charge of the History Department now?" Gu Chan asked.

"It is under the jurisdiction of the Fifth Prince. The order of the Ministry of Personnel is now in the hands of the Fifth Prince." Yan Zhen replied.

Gu Chan nodded secretly, thinking that the six ministries in Kyoto were six hot potatoes right now. The third prince Xuanyuan Feng had already handed over the Ministry of War to her, so the remaining five ministries would have to be handed over sooner or later.

Since the Lin family is the Fifth Prince's confidant, it is necessary to maintain this relationship. After all, the Fifth Prince is no ordinary person, and they have to give him some face.

Thinking of this, Gu Chan's attitude softened a bit, and she said with a smile, "Okay, since you are the Fifth Prince's man, then let's have a good talk. This is my way of giving the Fifth Prince a favor."

"Thank you, Your Highness." Lin Tian hurriedly clasped his fists to express his gratitude, and finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Yan Zhen laughed and said, "That's right, now my mission is accomplished."

"No, I don't understand. What's going on with you? Why do I feel like you're here to lobby for the Lin family?" Gu Chan asked.

Yan Zhen quickly put his mouth close to Gu Chan's ear and whispered, "Last night, the Fifth Prince called the Third Prince and said that he wanted to meet you, Boss. The Third Prince naturally told my father, and my father gave me this task."

"Oh! So that's how it is! It seems like the weasel is paying a New Year's visit to the chicken, and it has no good intentions!" Gu Chan said with relief.

As she said this, a sly sneer appeared on her face.