If I were born again, I would marry a strong but short-lived husband.

After Shen Sui'an left Madam Deng's residence, he has been thinking about the problem.

When she heard Zhuang Yongkang talking about working in Wa Si, a vague thought flashed through her mind. She always felt that something important had been overlooked by her, and it was related to Wa Si.

It’s strange, she had never been to Washi in her previous life.

So what had she overlooked?

After returning to Danboyuan, Shen Suian still hadn't figured out the reason, so he had to put this doubt aside for the time being.

"Young Madam." Qingluo, who was working in the rouge and powder shop, was already waiting on the steps. When she saw Shen Sui'an, she bowed and saluted.

"Why are you here? Is there something going on in the store?" Shen Sui said calmly.

Qingluo: "Everything is fine in the store. I have thought of a few names for the store and would like to ask Young Madam for your decision."

Shen Sui'an asked about the situation in Qingluo's store, and she was relieved to learn that Qingluo got the hang of it quickly.

She once suffered because she did not manage her dowry well and focused all her attention on the Lu family. Later, when she wanted to save money for herself, she found it was too late.

Song Xiuzhi also snatched away opportunities several times.

The reason why the Lu family accepted Song Xiuzhi as a concubine so quickly was not only because of her twins, a boy and a girl, but also because of her enormous wealth.

Suddenly, Shen Sui'an remembered something and put one hand on the account.

Watts!

Zhao Jiuling!

"Madam, what's wrong?" Qingluo was startled and looked at Shen Sui'an in surprise.

Shen Sui'an laughed out loud, "Nothing, I just remembered something I have to do."

"Let's choose Huarong Pavilion, it's a good name." Shen Suian pointed to several store names on the paper and chose Huarong Pavilion.

Qingluo smiled and said, "I like this store name the most."

Shen Sui'an mentioned Madam Deng to Qingluo, "I asked Madam Deng to work in the embroidery room. You can go and see her embroidery in a few days. I plan to expand the silk shop."

Silk, tea, and rouge are the most profitable industries after the opening of maritime shipping privileges. She must first gain access to connections and opportunities.

"Yes, Madam." Qingluo knew that Shen Sui'an had great ambitions in his heart, and she just needed to follow his instructions.

"There's one more thing I want you to do." Shen Sui'an lowered his voice.

Qingluo looked a little stern, "Young Madam, please give me your orders."

"I want you to go to the stables of Washi tomorrow to find a man, a boy of fifteen or sixteen years old with a red mole between his eyebrows. After you find him, take good care of him first." Shen Sui'an said.

"Madam, who is that?" And it was in a teahouse. She remembered that Shen Suian had never been to a teahouse.

Shen Sui'an's eyes darkened slightly, as if he was lost in distant memories, "Someone who will be very useful in the future."

In her previous life, Shen Sui'an was defeated by Song Xiuzhi several times, not because she lost to Song Xiuzhi, but because someone was helping her behind the scenes.

The one who helped her the most was Zhao Jiuling.

Zhao Jiuling was adopted by an old monk since he was a child. After the old monk passed away, he became a little beggar. He was taken in by the owner of a toilet and worked in a stable. He was often bullied and beaten by others.

When Song Xiuzhi was delivering wine to Wa Si, she happened to meet Zhao Jiuling, who was beaten to death, and rescued him.

Shen Sui'an asked someone to check on Zhao Jiuling, only to find out about his past relationship with Song Xiuzhi. He couldn't help but sigh that Song Xiuzhi had some unholy luck.

Zhao Jiuling later became a wealthy imperial merchant. In order to repay Song Xiuzhi, he dealt with Shen Sui'an several times, causing Shen Sui'an to lose a lot of money.

Especially the twins, a boy and a girl, born to Song Xiuzhi, pretended to be pitiful and complained in front of Zhao Jiuling, making Zhao Jiuling think that Shen Suian was a vicious and cruel mistress.

She was almost threatened by the people sent by Zhao Jiuling several times.

Zhao Jiuling is a man of great vision, otherwise he would not have risen from a beggar to a great businessman, and he is also a grateful person.

In his previous life, he attacked her because he was deceived by Song Xiuzhi and her daughter, but Shen Sui'an could let bygones be bygones.

This time she must rescue him before Song Xiuzhi does, so that he will not be used by Song Xiuzhi anymore, and Song Xiuzhi will not have a huge fortune.

"Report to me immediately after you find him," Shen Sui'an said.

Qingluo agreed.

……

……

Halfway through the twelfth lunar month, the Lu family is busy preparing for both the sacrificial rites and the New Year festival.

Shen Sui'an, who doesn't need a housekeeper, still lives a leisurely and comfortable life every day.

It’s just that…the atmosphere in the Lu family is a bit depressing.

She went to pay her respects to the old lady today and was left outside the door for half an hour. She was thinking about whether to faint again.

Guangning never returned to the Duke's Mansion, and Lu Heng did not go to the Princess's Mansion. The two of them looked like strangers.

However, Shen Sui'an felt that Guangning was only temporarily suppressed by Concubine Yao, and it wouldn't be long before she would make Lu Heng's life miserable again.

Old Madam Lu even sent two beautiful maids to Lu Heng to serve him.

Of course, none of this has anything to do with Shen Sui'an.

Her mood will not be affected by them.

Qingluo has found Zhao Jiuling, and she will meet this future richest man tomorrow.

"Tsk tsk, it turns out that only heartless people can live a good life. With so many things happening at home, there are still people who turn a blind eye and go to the garden to appreciate the flowers."

Shen Suian was just asking his maid to pick plum blossoms when he heard the sarcastic voice of Mrs. Lu.

"Second Aunt, are you here to pick plum blossoms too?" Shen Suian was still holding a plum bud in her hand, and she smiled sincerely and brightly at Mrs. Lu.

Mrs. Lu: "I am not as lucky as the eldest young lady. The Lu family has been busy lately. Didn't you notice that your mother-in-law is ill? As a daughter-in-law, you don't go to take care of her."

"My mother-in-law loves the younger generation and only asked me to pay my respects. If you feel too busy, I can help you with the household management." Shen Sui'an said with a smile.

Mrs. Lu Er snorted, "What do you know!"

"I don't understand. Second Aunt can teach me." Shen Sui'an said slowly.

The power of housekeeper is what Mrs. Lu valued the most. She was almost sick with anger when the most important part was given to Lu Yan.

Now that Lu Yan has been sent away, she is in charge of the household again. How can she allow Shen Sui'an to compete with her?

"I don't have the time for that." Mrs. Lu shook her handkerchief and left without looking back.

Looking at Mrs. Lu's quick steps, even the maid burst out laughing.

"Madam, the Second Madam is really worried that you will take over the housekeeper's power." Mu Jin said.

Shen Sui'an curled his lips, "One man's honey may be another man's poison."

The maids surrounded Shen Sui'an and returned to Danbo Courtyard.

I happened to see Aunt Lin peeking out of the door, and she didn't notice Shen Sui'an and others were behind her.

"Auntie Lin, do you want to pay your respects to the young mistress?" Mu Jin called out.

Aunt Lin was frightened.

She turned around and saw Shen Sui'an's half-smile, and an awkward look flashed across Aunt Lin's face. "Greetings, Madam. I was ill these days, and now that I have recovered, I want to pay my respects to you, Madam."

"Just pay your respects if you want to. Why are you acting like a thief?" Mu Jin asked.

Aunt Lin curled her lips and said, "I came to see if the young mistress is here."

"Come in." Shen Sui'an said.