On the other hand, Li Rui's enjoyment in the Green Phoenix Dou Que Palace was very high class. Take this ship for example! Even extremely wealthy families might not be able to afford it. Even if they could afford it, they might not be able to use it. The head of the Suzhou branch of the Dou Que Palace had heard that Li Rui was coming here for a few days, so he had specially bought it. Of course, he had to report the purpose of the purchase to his superiors and apply for the purchase fee ~~
Because every branch didn't have that much money for their activities, the head of the branch decided to temporarily mortgage the branch's residence and buy this ship. In addition, the high-quality tables and chairs, benches, beds, and screens were all from the South China Sea. The small decorative wood carvings were made of red sandalwood and Kunlun jade. The incense used was the palace incense that could be bought through underground channels.
The entire ship cost 50,000 taels of silver, which was comparable to Li Rui's entire medical center. After all, Li Rui's medical center had a house and a courtyard! Although it was an abandoned garden that was sold cheaply by others and was in a poor residential area, it was still in the city of Bianjing. It really wasn't expensive ~ From this comparison, one could see the value of this ship!
After Li Rui learned of such a waste, he also taught them a lesson. However, he also accepted the good intentions of his subordinates. There was no other way. After all, Li Rui's subordinates were all delicate women! Fortunately, the Dou Que Palace was also very profitable in secret, so Li Rui accepted this building with a smile. However, Li Rui still passed down an order that in the future, the branches in various places did not need to prepare too many extravagant things for themselves, and it would be fine as long as they lived in a spacious and comfortable place. If you have extra funds, you can take out a portion to share with your sisters and buy some rouge and makeup ~
In the end, who knew that Li Rui's good intentions would actually cause a split in the faith of the Green Phoenix's Dou Que Palace. After this order was passed down, a portion of the subordinates thought that Young Master Li Rui liked women with heavy makeup, so this portion of women became the representative of heavy makeup. And a portion of the subordinates thought that Young Master Li Rui was empathetic to his subordinates. He didn't like heavy makeup, but preferred light makeup. Thus, he gave birth to the line of people who wore light makeup and began to support light makeup. As a result, the two factions often quarreled over the years. Fortunately, although the subordinates quarreled, their relationship with each other did not fade. There were even many pairs of lesbians who supported each other ~
At first, Li Rui did not know about this, but the Three Elders of Nanhua heard about it. The Three Elders of Nanhua did not want to get involved in this matter, but the situation became more and more serious. After all, this matter was indeed a little ridiculous, so they had to step forward to calm it down. Although this incident was eventually left unsettled, this incident caused a dispute between the rich ladies of the Song Dynasty who wore heavy makeup and light makeup. As for how it was leaked, no one knew. Fortunately, it was not leaked that the initial dispute was because of Li Rui.
Li Rui's cosmetic stores opened one after another. He was the first to open a chain store in the entire Great Song and made a lot of money. It could be said that the initial capital accumulation of all of Li Rui's stores and other industries mainly came from the cosmetics store. Otherwise, it would be impossible to develop into a situation involving all walks of life just by relying on the medical center and pharmacy. One had to know that the Song Dynasty allowed Qin Lou Chu Guan and Goulan Tile House to operate legally. Therefore, Li Rui's potential customers were not limited to those wealthy ladies.
After this matter had passed for a long time, Li Rui finally understood the whole story. Because everyone in the Dou Que Palace knew that Li Rui had married one of the wives, Li Qinghe, who was also one of the Star Lords, this news was not heard from Li Qinghe for a long time. It wasn't until later that some rumors spread throughout the country that Li Qinghe unexpectedly heard that the initial cause of this matter was very mysterious. Therefore, she sent a few capable subordinates to investigate and only then did she understand some clues. After that, Li Qinghe told Li Rui what had happened. However, at that time, the two factions of the Green Phoenix and Douque Palace had already calmed down, so Li Rui did not mention it again. However, he didn't dare to issue new orders anymore! Every time he issued a new order, he had to think carefully and consider the possible negative effects ~
Li Rui and the others were on the luxurious ship, listening to music, appreciating dances, drinking and chatting. Everyone's nervous emotions were relieved. After a relaxed and happy dinner, Li Rui invited everyone to stay in his temporary residence in Wuxi. Duan Xingyan hadn't expressed his intention yet, but the other three women obviously didn't want to go. Duan Xingyan naturally understood their thoughts and said,"This little brother still has important matters to attend to. In two days, I will go find elder brother and have a good gathering!”
Li Rui naturally wouldn't make Duan Xingyan's thoughts clear. Since he had already saved her, and he had been out for more than half a month, Li Rui would go home in a few days to bring some fresh hairy crabs and red caltrops for his wives. " Alright, Brother Duan," Li Rui said." I'll stay in the biggest restaurant in Wuxi for the next few days. If you have time, you can come to Wuxi to find me. I'll return to Bianliang in about five or six days." In the future, if there is a need, you can send someone to the Hundred Herb Hall in the capital to inform them. I will do my best to help!”
After that, Duan Xingyan and the women returned to the boat. Li Rui cupped his hands and said,"Everyone, take care!" Duan Xingyan and the other women returned the greeting. Take care." Suzhou and Wuxi were very close. The scenery was equally beautiful, and it was closer to Taihu Lake. Therefore, Li Rui didn't want the hairy crabs that he had caught in Suzhou. Instead, he asked his subordinates in the Wuxi branch to catch fresh ones. Li Rui would only stay here for a few days. During this period, he would eat two hairy crabs for every meal. Li Rui was thinking that Taihu Lake had a lot of aquatic products, so he should try something else.
However, this time, Li Rui did not stay in the branch house. Instead, he did not get off the ship that night. He anchored on the shore of Taihu Lake in Wuxi and rested on the tower ship for a night. The next day, he stayed in the largest restaurant in Wuxi, White Crane Restaurant. Not to mention looking at Taihu Lake at night, smelling the water vapor of the lake, thinking of the phrase,'The moon is setting, the crows are crying, and the sky is full of frost.'Li Rui was also very poetic. At that time, the Qin Dynasty was hidden and violent, and the sea qi was empty and the clouds blocked the mountains. Toad shadow Gui round lake began to wave, although there is a distant heart long embrace. Who knows the jade among the thorns and uncut jade in the mountains? It flies down in the air and flies back again.'
Early the next morning, Li Rui asked his subordinates to disperse. Li Rui went into Wu Xi City alone. After asking for the location of the largest restaurant in the city, he went to White Crane Restaurant alone. When he entered the restaurant, he realized that there weren't many people. On second thought, it was only early morning, and most of the diners hadn't arrived yet. Li Rui and the owner of White Crane Restaurant had an agreement. Li Rui first paid a ten-day deposit and booked a seat on the second floor by the street. If Li Rui did not come in the future, there was no need to return the deposit.
The view from that position was just right, and the scenery on the street was unobstructed. Then, he went straight to the second floor and sat down along the street. He asked the waiter to serve a pot of Suzhou local famous tea,"Scaring Fragrance", which was actually the current "Biluochun". Then, he served a few cups of Su-style pastries. Li Rui hummed a tune to entertain himself as he watched the pedestrians and vendors on the street come and go ~~! Li Rui stayed here for the next few days ~
One day after Li Rui stayed for two days, when it was almost noon, Li Rui inadvertently saw a mighty man coming up to the second floor. This man was very tall and sturdy, in his thirties. He wore a gray robe that was slightly worn out, but it was very clean and refreshing. He had thick eyebrows, big eyes, a high nose, and a wide mouth. He had a standard square face. Although he looked weathered, he looked extremely powerful. Li Rui had some guesses about this man's identity, but he didn't confirm it arbitrarily. However, just by looking at his bearing, he knew that he must be a good man. Li Rui stared at the burly man, and he also looked at Li Rui.
Li Rui stood up and said,"Hero, please come over here and have a few drinks!"”The burly man was surprised at first, but then he calmly walked over to Li Rui and sat down opposite him. Li Rui called the waiter over and said,"Bring ten catties of cooked beef, two fat chickens, and ten catties of broomcorn."”
The waiter was shocked.”
Li Rui smiled gently."You can go and get it yourself." The burly man's eyes lit up when Li Rui mentioned the broomcorn. Not long after, the dishes and wine were served. Li Rui poured a big bowl for each of them and raised his glass."Hero, it is fate that brought us together. Please ~~" The burly man didn't decline and drank the wine in one gulp. "Alright!" Li Rui did the same.
Li Rui was about to pour more wine when Duan Xingyan arrived and walked up the stairs. Duan Xingyan had sharp eyes and saw Li Rui at a glance. His gloomy mood was swept away and he shouted,"Brother Li, you really still live here. What a coincidence!”Li Rui also saw Duan Xingyan. Although he looked a little disheveled, his expression was full of heroic spirit. He must have grown a lot after being kidnapped by Qiu Zhimo to Jiangnan.
Moreover, Li Rui could clearly see that Duan Xingyan had unconsciously used some lightness skills when he walked, but it was not pure enough. This was something that the original Duan Xingyan did not have. "Brother Duan, you really came to find me," Li Rui called out to Duan Xingyan."Come over quickly ~~"
Duan Xingyan came to Li Rui's table and was about to sit down. Li Rui stood up and asked him to sit on his side. Li Rui sat facing the window. Duan Xingyan still refused to sit down modestly. Li Rui pressed on his shoulder, telling him not to be modest. The window seat was a good one. It was mainly because Li Rui was also afraid that Duan Xingyan would not be able to withstand the big bowl of wine. After all, although Duan Xingyan was a generous drinker, his alcohol tolerance was average. Li Rui had already learned about it last night. The air by the window was better, and it was much more comfortable. Moreover, this little brother might be useful ~~
Duan Xingyan couldn't refuse, so he sat in Li Rui's original seat. Li Rui moved his used bowl and chopsticks over and added an unused set for Duan Xingyan. He said,"Brother Duan, we just met a few days ago, and you were very pleased with yourself at that time. I didn't expect that we were fated to meet again today, so how about drinking ten bowls to your heart's content ~~!”
Duan Xingyan's face darkened, but he recovered in an instant and said,"This little brother was originally feeling depressed, but I'm really happy to meet an old friend in a foreign land ~ Especially since Brother Li just saved this little brother's life a few days ago! This little brother will naturally sacrifice his life to accompany you."
Li Rui thought that it was inappropriate for him to reminisce about the past with Brother Duan since he had met another hero for the first time, so he said,""Brother Duan, let me introduce you to this person. He's a hero I just met, and we haven't exchanged names yet.”Li Rui immediately cupped his fists at the man and said,""I call myself the Carefree Swordsman, and my Daoist name is Hong Chen Zi. I'm a layman named Li Rui. How should I address you, hero?”
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