Jian Zhaoxing

Chapter 235 Suspicion

After a long while, Hua Jianyun finally raised her head and looked at Lin Zhiqing:

"Miss Lin, there are several perfumes here that I can't quite identify. Could they be made from some unknown flower?"

Things that haven't been tested by the market present both opportunities and risks.

Some businessmen also take shortcuts and use unsafe raw materials to make money.

Miss Hua wants to eliminate this risk.

Lin Zhiqing plugged up the small bottle on the table and pointed to the bottom of the bottle:

"The ingredients for perfume are listed on the ground; they are all fresh flowers and fruits."

Since Da Sheng doesn't claim to have allergies, Lin Zhiqing didn't use those allergenic raw materials.

Hearing this, Hua Jianyun was somewhat surprised: "You've gone to such great lengths."

Generally speaking, the rose water she used to buy was made from ordinary fresh flowers, which could be identified by smell alone and did not require labeling.

Moreover, most merchants will not easily reveal their recipes.

She had never seen anyone write down the recipe so directly, like Lin Zhiqing.

"Currently, in addition to fresh flowers, we also make some special perfumes, but it's not easy to label them," Lin Zhiqing added, as if knowing what Miss Hua was thinking.

As for what special formula it is, Lin Zhiqing hasn't had time to research it yet.

She said this only to dispel Hua Jianyun's doubts.

At the same time, they also slightly concealed the method of making their own perfume.

She's currently using the simplest soaking method, and it's only a matter of time before people notice.

Even fruit perfumes are made through a simple process of slicing, drying, and soaking in water.

Once the market for perfumes is saturated and she has sufficient funds, she will have the time to prepare for more advanced production methods.

For now, what we have is enough.

"I see." Hua Jianyun nodded: "The good thing about your stuff is that there are many varieties, but the quality may be a bit lacking."

Because she has been exposed to many things, she was able to spot the strengths and weaknesses at a glance.

Lin Zhiqing nodded: "Miss Hua has a keen eye. Just as you said, I only plan to do some small business."

"I hope you can take good care of things in Bianliang. If the Hua family is interested in this, I can arrange for supplies."

In just a few words, Lin Zhiqing put forward her demands.

First, get the Hua family, the top business family in Bianliang, to take care of the Lin family.

Secondly, if the Hua family is interested, cooperation is also an option.

Hua Jianyun seems to have a similar personality to Lin Yangyang, but she is quick-witted when it comes to important matters.

"Given our relationship, taking care of the Lin family is naturally no problem. As for the cooperation, I still need to discuss it with my father," Miss Hua said cautiously.

"Then I thank you on behalf of the Lin family." Lin Zhiqing's first goal was achieved.

The second collaboration, however, most likely fell through.

Last time, Miss Hua in her ruqun (a type of traditional Chinese dress) was able to make her own decisions, but now, she needs to consult Master Hua about the perfume.

Lin Zhiqing understood the meaning behind it and naturally didn't say anything more.

She poured some more fruit wine and gave it to Miss Hua to try.

Compared to perfume, Miss Flower is clearly more interested in fruit wine.

She not only pulled the nanny to taste the food, but also asked questions very frequently.

The two talked for quite a while and managed to reach an agreement on the fruit wine collaboration.

Hua Jianyun means that fruit wine is like a dress, where the recipe is bought out directly.

But Lin Zhiqing refused.

This stuff is more valuable than perfume, and the formula is only known to Lin Zhiqing.

Long-term benefits are certainly much better than a one-time payment.

Hua Jianyun understood Lin Zhiqing's thoughts, and in the end, the two still discussed the supply cooperation method.

At this point, Lin Zhiqing's two worries were finally resolved.

She had been planning to return to Shengjing in the next couple of days, but unexpectedly, Hua Jianyun was getting married in two days and invited them to stay and witness the ceremony. She even mentioned that she would replace the wine at the women's table with fruit wine.

This is a great opportunity to build a reputation.

The goods Lin Zhiqing brought from Shengjing City are still on their way; these tasks could have been handled by Lin Qingshan.

But since Miss Hua had spoken, and Lin Zhiqing had nothing else to do, he naturally had no reason to refuse.

Moreover, she has now considered another issue.

If she rushes back too much, someone might notice something's wrong.

After all, in the eyes of outsiders, the Lin family is currently living a peaceful life. Now that they have come to Bianliang, they are not going to come yesterday and leave tomorrow.

Furthermore, the shops in the small box Lin Qingshan gave her were located in Shengjing and Bianliang.

In addition to the businesses she had previously taken over, she still wanted to take a closer look.

Taking all these factors into account, Lin Zhiqing flexibly decided to stay in Bianliang for a few days.

Lin Yangyang was the happiest person to hear this news.

Freed from Lin Congli's control, she lived a very happy life.

Whether she went to a shop or a farm with Lin Zhiqing, she was very interested.

After a few days, Lin Yangyang had had her fill of fun, and Lin Zhiqing had also gained quite a bit.

Two days later.

On the day of Hua Jianyun's wedding, Lin Zhiqing and Lin Yangyang went to the Hua family early in the morning to chat with Hua Jianyun.

Also present were young ladies from several other official and merchant families in Bianliang.

While Miss Hua was getting ready, the others had nothing to do and mostly gathered together to chat and joke.

Among them, the topic they talked about most was Miss Hua's dowry.

It is said that the dowry included calligraphy and paintings by renowned calligraphers from previous dynasties.

Lin Zhiqing and Lin Yangyang were both uninterested in this.

Hua Jianyun did Lin Zhiqing a favor by having someone bring out some of the perfume Lin Zhiqing had prepared and having everyone play a guessing game about the scent.

This little game easily allowed Lin Zhiqing and Lin Yangyang to blend into the crowd, and Lin Zhiqing even took the opportunity to promote her products.

At the same time, this is also a good opportunity to build connections in Bianliang.

Tong Huajian married the son of the prefect of Bianliang.

This is the undisputed top position in the Bianliang officialdom, except, of course, his own grandfather, Lin Qingshan.

The granddaughter of a Grand Secretary of Shengjing City married a fourth-rank prefect, which could be considered a good match.

Moreover, with the prefect of Bianliang in power and the Hua family in charge of commerce, the two families have joined forces, and Bianliang is now firmly in their hands.

I wonder if the one on the dragon throne will become paranoid again.

In Dasheng, the primary purpose of marriage between the two parties was to obtain benefits, and these benefits were deeply intertwined.

But Hua Jianyun was alright; she and the prefect's son were childhood sweethearts and knew each other well.

When the topic of childhood sweethearts came up, Lin Zhiqing paused for a moment.

She thought of Lu Huai.

It had been a long time since she last saw Lu Huai, and she had no idea where he was now...

"Miss Lin, Miss Lin." A voice rang in my ears.

Lin Zhiqing snapped out of her daze and looked at the maid of the Hua residence: "What is it?"

"The Lin family is waiting outside the mansion. They say they have something to discuss with Miss Lin," the maid replied.

Lin Zhiqing nodded, and seeing Lin Yangyang chatting intimately with the group of noble ladies, he didn't disturb her and turned to walk outside.

However, when she saw that the person who came was Uncle Wen, her heart tightened.

Uncle Wen usually stays by Lin Qingshan's side, so his coming alone now probably means something has happened!

Lin Zhiqing quickened his pace and soon walked out of the Hua residence: "Uncle Wen, what happened?"

Uncle Wen's chest heaved slightly: "Miss, something terrible has happened! Miss Jingya has gone missing!"