After the favored concubine remarried, the aloof and powerful minister forcibly took her away.

Chapter 123 Negotiation with the Su Family
After deciding to cooperate with the Su family, Pei Mingxiu chose a suitable time to visit them.

Mr. Su is now in his sixties, but he is still in good spirits.

He has only one son and one daughter, both of whom are now working at the Su family business.

The eldest son of the Su family is quite shrewd in his dealings with people. In business, he is always able to keenly seize business opportunities and make wise decisions.

Moreover, he is very good at getting along with people. No matter what kind of person he is dealing with, he can communicate with them with ease, making him a master in the business world.

The younger daughter is relatively more worldly and sophisticated, with a delicate mind and a keen ability to understand people's hearts.

In the Su family business, the elder brother charged ahead to expand the market, while the younger sister meticulously managed the affairs from behind, ensuring that everything proceeded in an orderly manner.

The two worked together very well and complemented each other perfectly.

Therefore, despite the fact that the Huang family has been ambitiously trying to swallow up the Su family all these years, attempting to make the Huang family the undisputed leader of Yangzhou.

However, thanks to the concerted efforts of the two siblings, the Huang family's conspiracy never succeeded.

However, the Su family was also aware of their own limitations.

They understood that if they really clashed head-on with the Huang family, they might not be able to defeat them.

Therefore, the Su family has always been cautious and has never confronted the Huang family head-on.

Although Master Su was unaware of the grudges and entanglements between Pei Mingxiu and the Huang family, he did know something about Pei Mingxiu's identity.

Upon learning that Pei Mingxiu had come to visit, she couldn't help but wonder about Pei Mingxiu's intentions.

But if he didn't hear Pei Mingxiu's words, Master Su was afraid of offending the Pei family and bringing unnecessary trouble upon himself.

After some deliberation, Master Su had no choice but to send someone to reply to Pei Mingxiu's visiting card.

After receiving the reply, Pei Mingxiu went to the Su family.

Today, he suddenly understands a principle.

If he held the same power as Pei Yanzhi, would he still need to go through such a roundabout and complicated process to save Xiang Ning?

The answer was naturally no.

If he holds power, none of the world's problems will be considered problems; there will be an unobstructed path for him to walk.

Pei Mingxiu seemed to have made up his mind about something.

Since Brother Su was home today, he was replaced by Master Su in entertaining Pei Mingxiu.

Upon seeing Pei Mingxiu, Brother Su smiled and stepped forward, extending his hand: "Third Young Master Pei, what a rare guest!"

Upon hearing Brother Su's words, Pei Mingxiu smiled slightly and said politely.

"I heard that Third Master has been in Yangzhou for quite some time, and he wants the silk that Boss Li has?"

Brother Su pulled Pei Mingxiu to sit down, and then had someone serve him tea.

His attitude was much better than Huang Xu's, after all, he was more shrewd.

"I'm not smart enough to enter an official career like my elder brother, so I can only help manage the family business."

Pei Mingxiu picked up his teacup, took a small sip, and replied with these words.

Upon hearing this, Brother Su laughed heartily: "Third Brother is joking. Business is not always easy."

"May I ask what brings you, Third Young Master, to the Su residence today?"

Brother Su's words carried a hint of probing, and Pei Mingxiu looked up and said, "He wants to discuss a business deal with the Su family."

In conversations between intelligent people, no words are needed; everyone understands. Especially after Pei Mingxiu finished speaking, Brother Su chuckled softly, lowered his eyes, and remained silent.

Pei Mingxiu had just visited the Huang family the day before yesterday, and now he's come to the Su family in the blink of an eye. Brother Su wouldn't believe he didn't have some ulterior motive.

"If this business deal of yours is related to the Huang family, I'm afraid the Su family won't be able to do it for you."

Pei Mingxiu raised an eyebrow slightly, put down his teacup, and said calmly, "Is the Su family really not going to consider it? Brother Su should be more aware than I of the Huang family's relentless pressure on the Su family over the years."

"Now that there is an opportunity to resolve the Su family's troubles, Brother Su, are you going to give it up so easily?"

Brother Su's smile faded slightly, and his gaze was fixed on Pei Mingxiu.

After a moment of contemplation, he said, "Third Master Pei, it's not that the Su family doesn't want to seize the opportunity, but the Huang family is very powerful in Yangzhou. If the Su family rashly cooperates with you, we may bring trouble upon ourselves."

Pei Mingxiu smiled gently and said with certainty, "Brother Su, rest assured, as long as the Su family cooperates with me, I will ensure the Su family's safety."

"Although the Huang family is powerful, they are not invincible. Since I dare to come and discuss this business with the Su family, I am naturally very confident."

"After all, as you know, I have the Pei family behind me."

Brother Su was still somewhat hesitant. At this moment, Su's youngest daughter, having heard of Pei Mingxiu's visit, also came to the front hall.

She smiled gracefully, bowed to Pei Mingxiu, and said, "Third Young Master Pei, I have long admired your name. I have heard that you wish to cooperate with the Su family. May I ask what the specifics of this cooperation are?"

Pei Mingxiu looked at the youngest daughter of the Su family, a dark glint flashing in his eyes, but he did not tell the Su family his true purpose.

“It’s very simple. I want the Huang family’s silk business in Yangzhou. The Su family only needs to assist. After it’s done, half of the Huang family’s silk business will go to the Su family.”

The youngest daughter of the Su family and her eldest brother exchanged a glance, both seeing the wavering in each other's eyes.

She frowned slightly and said, "Third Master Pei, these conditions are tempting, but do you think the Huang family will easily give up their silk business?"

Pei Mingxiu smiled confidently and said, "The Huang family will naturally not give up easily, but I have a way. As long as the Su family cooperates, this deal will definitely be successful."

Brother Su and his youngest daughter fell into deep thought again. After a moment, Brother Su said, "Third Master Pei, this matter is of utmost importance. Please allow the Su family to consider it further."

Pei Mingxiu nodded and said, "Okay, I'll wait for the Su family's reply. But I hope the Su family won't keep me waiting too long, after all, opportunities are fleeting."

After saying this, Pei Mingxiu got up to take his leave.

After Pei Mingxiu left, Su's eldest brother and Su's youngest daughter went to Su's master's study and told him the purpose of Pei Mingxiu's visit.

Upon hearing this, Master Su also frowned.

"This matter is indeed difficult. Cooperating with Pei Mingxiu carries both risks and opportunities. If successful, the Su family can eliminate the Huang family's troubles and also gain half of the Huang family's silk business; if it fails, the Su family may suffer retaliation from the Huang family."

The youngest daughter of the Su family said, "Father, I think this is worth a try. Since Pei Mingxiu dared to come and talk to us about cooperation, he must have some confidence. Moreover, the Huang family has been aggressive towards our Su family for years, and we can't just sit and wait for our doom."

"Even if things don't work out, the Pei family will protect him. How could they not know he's coming to Yangzhou?"

Brother Su also said, "Father, I think my little sister makes a good point. We can observe Pei Mingxiu's actions secretly first, and then help him if there is an opportunity. This way we can reduce the risk and seize the opportunity."

After pondering for a long time, Master Su finally nodded and said, "Alright, then we'll do as you say. But remember, you must act cautiously and not act rashly."

After leaving the Su family, Pei Mingxiu also began to prepare a plan to deal with the Huang family.

To convince the Su family to cooperate with him completely, he must demonstrate his strength and determination.

More importantly, once this matter is accomplished, Huang Xu will face endless troubles, and at that time, he will have a chance to save Xiang Ning.

Sorry everyone, I haven't updated for the past couple of days on purpose. As you all know, the weather in Beijing is incredibly unpredictable. I was just recovering from an illness a while ago, went out for a walk, and then started feeling unwell again. Please take care of yourselves, everyone, and don't catch anything! (The virus is rampant lately, and I feel a bit like I'm positive, so please wear a mask when you go out!)

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