The wicked mother-in-law doesn't try to whitewash herself; she only abuses her awful children.

Chapter 262 Bet
"Aunt Tong, is it too late for me to learn how to do business now?" Lu Zhaozhao asked nervously.

Lu Zhaozhao didn't not want to do business, nor did she not want to leave her home.

She was just growing up according to her grandfather's wishes.

If I had truly followed my grandfather's wishes, how could I have fallen in love with Gu Jingzhe?

The first essential element of being a lady of a prominent family is to hide one's preferences and eliminate all emotions like a snowman.

In this respect, she does not meet the requirements of a lady from a prominent family.

It's clear that Lu Zhaozhao is inherently rebellious.

Han and Tong Huaqiong's words acted as a catalyst, initially stimulating Lu Zhaozhao's restless desire to do business.

“Why not? Look at your Aunt Tong, she only started doing business at this age, and she’s doing quite well. Your Aunt Tong didn’t have any capital before, but you at least have capital and your own shop.” Han said hurriedly.

As soon as Han heard Lu Zhaozhao's words, she knew that Lu Zhaozhao had taken them to heart.

Tong Huaqiong: "."

What does it mean to be this old?

Well, given that people in this era are getting married and having children at a young age, she, as a grandmother, can indeed be defined as someone "of this age".

“Aunt Han is right. Look at me and my sister-in-law, our children are all grown up, and we only started doing business with our mother-in-law. And we’re doing quite well,” Liu Yue’e said.

Chen Sufen nodded, indicating her agreement with Liu Yue'e's words.

When Lu Zhaozhao first came to the Gu family, Liu Yue'e was very envious of Lu Zhaozhao's life as a rich young lady.

She never lifts a finger, wears the best clothes, uses the best things, and has her grandfather and brother take care of everything for her.

Now that Liu Yue'e has seen the world, she still envies Lu Zhaozhao, but she also sees Lu Zhaozhao's predicament.

Liu Yue'e thought that if she had Lu Zhaozhao's family background and money, she would definitely be her own boss, wouldn't that be great?

"Sister Tong, what do you think?" Han asked Tong Huaqiong.

Han realized that Lu Zhaozhao was willing to listen to Tong Huaqiong.

Tong Huaqiong said, "That's right, it's never too late to start, as long as you want to."

Lu Zhaozhao asked, "Can I? I know nothing about business."

Tong Huaqiong said, “Why not? Besides, you know how to use an abacus, you’re not stupid, and your family has a business atmosphere. As long as you learn, you can always learn. Look at your aunt and me. I used to rarely even leave Qinghewan, but I gritted my teeth and did business and still made it. Your aunt also went to the county to wash clothes for people to support your cousin. People are very resilient. As long as you are willing, you can make a name for yourself.”

Han looked at Tong Huaqiong with admiration in her eyes.

Just based on Tong Huaqiong's knowledge, Lu Zhaozhao should listen to her.

Lu Zhaozhao's eyes flickered after receiving Tong Huaqiong's affirmation, but then dimmed again as she said, "Grandpa won't agree."

Gu Taohua seized the opportunity to speak up, saying, "Can't you make a scene if he doesn't want to? Anyway, you're his granddaughter, and he loves you so much. If you go on a hunger strike and run away from home, I don't believe he won't feel sorry for you. Once he feels sorry for you, he'll agree."

Lu Zhaozhao looked surprised; she had never intended to upset her grandfather.

Tong Huaqiong and Han laughed.

Gu Taohua's method wasn't unfeasible, but it could only be used as a last resort. Madam Han said, "Your grandfather is going back to the prefectural city before the festival, and I should go see him and have a good talk with him. Also, your brother; if he agrees, we can persuade your grandfather."

Tong Huaqiong said, "Zhaozhao, your goal is to do business, not to go against your grandfather and your brother. If you want to do business, you need to show determination and take action to make your grandfather and brother have confidence in your business. Only then can you convince them."

"You need to proceed step by step, don't rush. How about this, you first convince your brother. Tell him that you had a quarrel with Peach Blossom at my house, and Peach Blossom, relying on how well she manages the shop, mocked you as a rich young lady who knows nothing about business. You got angry and made a bet with Peach Blossom that you would also learn to manage the shop and make money, and Peach Blossom bowed her head and apologized to you. Take over a shop first to test the waters. Firstly, to open a door for you to do business, and secondly, to see if you really like doing business."

This method is good.

Lu Zhaoyang, who dotes on his younger sister, would surely agree to the playful antics between the little girls.

Don't underestimate a shop; sometimes a single spark can start a prairie fire.

Originally, Tong Huaqiong wanted to say that her pastry shop in the prefectural city was about to open, and Lu Zhaozhao could invest some money.

After thinking about it, I decided it's best not to get involved too early.

Lu Zhaozhao invested in her shop, which could generate profits, but she wouldn't participate in its management, thus reverting to a state where she couldn't walk upright.

Gu Taohua clapped her hands excitedly and said, "If you put on such a good show, I can also write you a letter to provoke you, and you can show the letter to your brother."

Lu Zhaozhao's eyes sparkled.

Knowing her brother as she did, she knew he would not only agree but also send the family's most capable manager to assist her.

How could Lu Zhaoyang's sister fall behind?

Han looked at Tong Huaqiong with even more fervor and said, "Sister Tong, you really have a knack for business; you have so many clever ideas."

This approach will not cause any backlash from Grandpa Lu.

It was all just a little girl's battle of wits. By the time he realized what was happening, Lu Zhaozhao would probably have already taken root in the shop.

By then, it will be too late for him to object.

“Peach Blossom, you are the villain who bullied me in my brother’s eyes. I want to give you a nice gift to make it up to you. What do you want?” Lu Zhaozhao asked, holding Gu Taohua’s hand.

Gu Taohua laughed and said, "I've always been the bad guy, I don't mind being the bad guy again. I don't want any gifts. If you want to repay me, you should learn how to do business properly. My mother always says that most shops aren't run by men alone, but by women working behind the scenes, while the men get the credit. I don't want that. I want to be in the spotlight, I want to be the boss. I'm not joking, I'm really betting with you to see if you, Lu Zhaozhao, or I, Gu Taohua, are more capable in the business world."

Lu Zhaozhao's fighting spirit was ignited, and she said, "Alright, let's wait and see."

Tong Huaqiong was amused by the behavior of Gu Taohua and Lu Zhaozhao's youngest daughter.

In their past lives, Lu Zhaozhao and Gu Taohua were both unfortunate examples. They were both obsessed with love and regarded men as their everything, and their final fates were more tragic than the other's.

I hope that the paths we walk together in this life will be equally broad, and that our lives will end in equally fulfilling conclusions.

“Zhaozhao, please don’t think that your Aunt Tong and I encouraged you to do business or disobey your grandfather. Your Aunt Tong and I both want you to have more confidence in the future. You can rely on your family if you have confidence, but the most important thing is to rely on yourself. Don’t think that I’m relying on your cousin now. Your cousin was supported by me. Even if your cousin is now a local official, I have bought land and ancestral land in our hometown and put it in my name. To put it bluntly, even if your cousin’s career is in turmoil, I’m not afraid.”

Han was afraid that Lu Zhaozhao was making things seem fine now, but then she might get confused and start complaining about how she didn't appreciate their kindness, and then blame Han and Tong Huaqiong.

Therefore, she did not hesitate to reveal her backup plan.

Tong Huaqiong admired Han Shi a little. Logically speaking, Lu Zhaozhao was just her cousin. Was it necessary for her to go to such lengths to teach her how to do business so that she could manage her family business in the future?

If it weren't for Tong Huaqiong's genuine feelings for Lu Zhaozhao, she would have suspected that Han Shi had ulterior motives.

Otherwise, who would worry so much about their relatives' children?