Tang Dynasty Little Godfather

Chapter 231 Goddess and Simp

After understanding the specific facts, not only Li Jieman, but even Huangfu Sengnian felt somewhat guilty. In fact, the reason why they trusted the Bai family father and daughter so much after spending so much time with them was because they believed that Bai Siyong was a gentleman.

She couldn't help but look at Wang Xi, a hint of hesitation in her eyes.

They had already prepared for the worst, but now Bai Siyong's actions have instead handed the initiative back to them.

To be honest, Wang Xi really hoped that Bai Siyong would reach a deal with the other party, so that he wouldn't be in such a difficult position.

Objectively speaking, given the current hierarchical system, the Bai family father and daughter were practically the same as their servants. So, it wouldn't make sense to send away the "Beauty Wine" just for their sake.

But humans are not plants or trees; how can they be without feelings? They are not cold-blooded animals, and besides, they did not regard the Bai family father and daughter as servants.

Sitting down and scratching his forehead, Wang Xi suddenly asked, "As far as I know, the Cui family cares a lot about social standing. Just because they're targeting us, they agreed to return your wife to you? Could there be a trap here?"

He wanted to know what methods Madam Zixia had used to subdue the Cui family. If he knew, he could follow suit.

Huangfu Sengnian also looked at Bai Siyong with curiosity.

Previously, they didn't even have the courage to try this, because they knew it was impossible; the Cui family would never agree to the marriage.

It's fair to say that even emperors couldn't do that.

Therefore, they did not believe that Lady Zixia had such great influence, and there might be hidden reasons behind it.

Bai Siyong gave a bitter smile: "It's not that simple. The Cui family will never acknowledge me as their son-in-law. They just said that if I agree, they will kick my wife out of the house and sever all ties with her."

Upon hearing this, Li Jieman couldn't help but sigh, "I knew it would be like this."

This shows that such things have happened before.

Wang Xi nodded and said, "Old Bai, I really didn't misjudge you. I don't want you to be caught in the middle and put in a difficult position. Alright, I'll keep an eye on Yi Xian Jue for you for now, but you and your daughter are welcome to come back anytime."

Bai Siyong cupped her hands and said, "Thank you, young master. Please convey my farewell to the master. We are willing to serve the master like an ox or a horse in our next life for his great kindness to us."

Li Jieman asked in bewilderment, "Why don't you go and say goodbye to the teacher in person?"

Bai Siyong shook her head and said, "No, no, these are all my family matters, I wouldn't dare to bother you, sir."

Wang Xi didn't press the matter, but simply smiled and said, "Alright, I'll pass on the message to the master for you."

"Thank you!"

Bai Siyong bowed again and said, "If there's nothing else, I'll take my leave now."

Wang Xi nodded and said, "Take care."

After Bai Siyong left, Huangfu Sengnian suddenly said, "The reason he doesn't want to see Lao Tao is because he's afraid that Lao Tao will find out about this and cause him trouble."

Wang Xi nodded. "That should be true. Lao Bai may seem weak and incompetent, but he has the virtues of a gentleman and values ​​principles very much. That's why we continued to cooperate with him and his daughter."

Li Jieman suddenly said, "Actually, the father and daughter are quite pitiful. The mother is still alive, but they cannot see each other."

After saying that, he looked at Wang Xi again, his small eyes filled with anticipation.

Wang Xi asked, "Should we help them with this?"

Huangfu Sengnian smiled and said, "Didn't you already make a decision just now?"

He knew from Wang Xi's quick agreement that Wang Xi did not intend to abandon the Bai family father and daughter; otherwise, given Wang Xi's personality, he would have definitely made a fuss and would not have let it go so easily.

Wang Xi just smiled awkwardly, which was obviously an admission.

Li Jie said, "If I can guarantee that we won't lose, then I don't care."

Wang Xi nodded and said, "Let's wake up Shuang Ge. We need his consent for this matter. We should also discuss how to negotiate with my aunt. I don't think her conditions will be simple."

The three immediately woke Wang Shuang and told him about the matter. Wang Shuang was very much like Wang Maozhong, and was quite loyal to his friends. After learning about the matter, he agreed even more readily than Li Jieman.

Actually, none of them cared about the type of alcohol because they were so wealthy. When Madam Zixia wanted to learn opera, they didn't mind either, and were even willing to help her.

However, Lady Zixia was too domineering, and her main purpose was to maintain her own network of relationships, namely the commercial power within their Xianbei clan. The interests involved were very complex and even closely related to court decisions. But Wang Xi and his group also had their own plans. Although the two might not necessarily conflict, the difference between who served whom was significant.

Of course, they don't want to be subject to these constraints either.

They decided to test Lady Zixia's attitude.

After discussing the matter, Wang Xi went to Anchangfang to negotiate with his aunt.

When Madam Zixia saw Wang Xi, her eyes gleamed with pride. "Isn't Que'er very busy lately? How come she still has time to come to her aunt's place?"

Wang Xi knew he was at a disadvantage in this matter, and sighed, "Old ginger is spicier; it seems my aunt has won."

Madam Zixia hummed softly, "Is Auntie very old now?"

"what?"

Wang Xi asked in surprise, "Does Auntie still care about this?" "If she didn't care, why would she go to Qingyun Temple to apply a face mask? Do you really think Auntie is so cheap that she would go there to make you angry?" Madam Zixia said irritably.

"Uh."

Wang Xi chuckled and said, "Auntie, please don't be offended. It's just a metaphor, but thinking about it, it's indeed not appropriate. However, I've come here today to tell you that we are willing to hand over the secret recipe for the Beauty Wine in exchange for Madam Bai."

Madam Zixia smiled and said, "If Auntie wants to make a deal with Que'er, she won't go to Manager Bai, but will talk to Que'er directly. After all, Bai Siyong is just an outsider."

When Bai Siyong rejected her conditions, she knew that Wang Xi and the others would find out soon, but she also guessed that Wang Xi might come to negotiate with her.

Damn it, I knew it would be like this. Wang Xi said, "I wonder what Auntie means?"

Madam Zixia smiled and said, "I only wanted the Bai family's 30% share, which is why I went to negotiate with them."

The reason she only wanted 30% was simple: she wanted to maintain a cooperative relationship with the Nameless Academy. As long as the two sides cooperated, her goal would be achieved. She never wanted to possess everything; she just sought cooperation.

Wang Xi laughed and said, "As long as the Bai family agrees to give up that 30% share, I will also give the remaining 70% to my aunt. Our Wuming Academy has no intention of cooperating with my aunt."

Madam Zixia said, "There's no need for Que'er to worry about that. If the Bai family really agrees, then I will ask to sign another contract with Wuming Academy. If you are unwilling, then I will not do business with the Bai family."

But that's not actually the case. Her original plan was to secretly control the Bai family so that she could take control of Wuming Academy more discreetly. However, when the Bai family refused, she immediately changed her strategy.

Wang Xi said, quite annoyed, "Auntie, why are you doing this? You can't force things. My husband has absolutely no interest in cooperating with you."

"But my aunt is interested."

Madam Zixia then said earnestly, "Actually, your aunt only wants to cooperate with you, not to plunder your wine and face masks. Those are still yours, and since you don't want to get involved in these matters, why not leave them all to your aunt?"

This would also be of great benefit to you. Otherwise, your parents, including the Empress, would never have allowed me to do this. We are family. If you can cooperate with the Bai family, why can't you cooperate with me?

Wang Xi said, "Because my husband doesn't want to get involved in this complicated relationship. This is my aunt's only chance to get the Beauty Wine, so my aunt mustn't miss this opportunity. The Bai family father and daughter are not related to us, so my husband's actions are truly benevolent."

Madam Zixia sighed softly, but then smiled and said, "For me, this is by no means the only opportunity. If I can find this opportunity, I can find the next one. But if I cannot cooperate with your Nameless Academy, then I have no interest in this deal."

His tone was very firm: I will not give up until I cooperate with you.

Wang Xi said, "Since that's the case, why don't you get the Beauty Wine first, and then we can continue the competition?"

Madam Zixia smiled and said, "This is not a bad idea, but I still hope that your husband can understand my sincerity in wanting to cooperate with them."

"What sincerity? That sounds nice, but you're just here to see me and you're sure I'll agree." Wang Xi frowned and said, "Auntie's conditions are too harsh, but from a transaction perspective, they're not fair either. So we need to add some conditions."

Madam Zixia smiled slightly, seemingly anticipating his response, and said, "To tell you the truth, it's not that I don't want to help, but I can't. Even if I asked His Majesty to intervene, it's impossible for the Cui family to recognize Manager Bai as their son-in-law. Of course, His Majesty won't intervene either. However..."

Wang Xi asked, "But what?"

Madam Zixia smiled and said, "However, I think the Cui family will definitely regret it and eventually accept the marriage, so Que'er doesn't need to worry too much about it."

After hearing this, Wang Xi asked curiously, "Why?"

Lady Zixia laughed and said, "What else could it be? Of course, it's because of Que'er. Que'er went to such lengths to help the Bai family because she has her eye on that little cook. If the little cook really goes to your Wang family and wins Que'er's favor, then with your status in His Majesty's heart, the Cui family will be too busy currying favor with you in the future."

"real or fake?"

Wang Xi said, "Am I that powerful? If I were, I could go to the Cui family myself and take the little cook into my household. Unfortunately, everyone says the Cui family won't pay any attention to me. For the Cui family, social status is more important than life itself."

Madam Zixia said, "The Cui family certainly won't do it now, but Que'er, don't underestimate yourself. The Cui family is very powerful, and many of their members are officials in the court. As long as they are officials, they will make mistakes, and then they will need your help. Que'er, just wait patiently. Things are always changing, and opportunities will come eventually."

Wang Xi chuckled and said, "That's how my aunt treats us too."

Madam Zixia smiled and nodded, "Right now you are just acting on impulse, but one day you will find it unbearable."

Both sides adopted an overt strategy, and she didn't hide anything. She said, "You nameless academy don't care about these things at all. This isn't your core interest. Well then, I'll keep bothering you every day. One day, you won't be able to take it anymore. I'm sure I'll win."

Wang Xi smiled and nodded, saying, "Alright, I'll agree to Auntie's request. With such a capable subordinate as Auntie, what reason do I have to refuse?"

Madam Zixia immediately said, "Although I only want a 30% share, I want to gain control of the distillery, so my aunt is not your subordinate."

Money isn't really important; what matters is how to use these beauty wines and face masks. In her opinion, leaving the beauty wine unused is simply a waste.

So what she's always been seeking is, "I'll help you make more money, but how you make that money is up to me."

The problem lies in the fact that Wang Xi and his group don't care about money.

Wang Xi said dejectedly, "Auntie, you won't agree to anything, this isn't negotiation."

Madam Zixia said, "Your first request is not that I refuse, but that I truly cannot fulfill it, and I have done everything in my power to do so. The second request is my only request, which shows that my requests are actually not many."

Wang Xi said, "But this is not what you want, sir. I must go back and tell you, and see what you say."

Madam Zixia smiled and said, "Then you'd better hurry up. It's not that your aunt is anxious, but I'm mainly worried that things might change at the Cui family. To be honest, the situation at the Cui family is not under your control. They were only persuaded by the person you asked because they encountered some problems, but things could very well change."

Wang Xi nodded and said, "Understood."

(End of this chapter)