The Republic of China: From Storyteller to God

In fact, even if Lin Juesheng didn't offer any help, Liu Che had already prepared a corresponding backup plan.

He originally intended to use the church tragedy to divert official attention, take the opportunity to disrupt the situation, and secretly develop his own power.

However, having Lin Juesheng handle the matter saved Huang Zhen a lot of trouble.

Huang Zhen had his own considerations; he clearly didn't want Guangzhou Prefecture to descend into chaos so quickly.

But he also wanted Guangzhou Prefecture to be as chaotic as possible when things got chaotic.

Therefore, using Liu Che and the forbidden book he mentioned to secretly plant seeds of trouble would be a brilliant move.

Liu Che guessed Huang Zhen's thoughts, but did not reveal them.

He believed that this incident would also benefit him in establishing connections with the Hongmen, so he was willing to cooperate.

Therefore, when Lin Juesheng returned after finishing his business, he saw that Huang Zhen and Liu Che were already as close as brothers.

Accompanying Lin Juesheng was Boss Wei, who had just woken up.

He had a wet towel wrapped around his head, looking quite miserable.

Upon approaching Liu Che, he knelt down before him with a thud.

"Boss Wei, what are you doing?"

Chen Xiangwan quickly stepped forward to help him up.

"Mr. Chen, Mr. Liu, Master Huang, and all you heroes."

Boss Wei knelt on the ground, cupped his hands and said mournfully, "My teahouse is a small business and can't withstand any more trouble."

A few days ago, the Shahe gang caused a disturbance, and business has already plummeted.

Mr. Liu came to see this book today, so I can't continue doing business.

As he spoke, he reached out and grabbed Liu Che, pleading in a sorrowful voice, "Mr. Liu, I beg you, please find somewhere else! I really can't ask you for help again!"

Seeing him crying and sobbing, Huang Zhen looked at Lin Juesheng with a puzzled expression.

Why didn't Lin Juesheng erase his memory?

Seeing this, Lin Juesheng quickly explained, "It's not that I didn't want to help, he's the owner of the teahouse. Even if I'm infatuated with him, he'll only forget about it once today."

When Brother Liu comes again tomorrow, he'll see Brother Liu and remember what happened today. It's useless!

Upon hearing this, Huang Zhen was also somewhat perplexed.

Seeing this, Liu Che immediately stepped forward to help Boss Wei up and said with a smile, "Boss Wei, don't be afraid, I won't make things difficult for you."

As he spoke, he looked around and asked, "If you're selling this teahouse, how much would you want? I'll give you double, and you can sell it to me, okay?"

He went back to the oyster sauce business and needed a shop to sell his products.

If we were to take over this teahouse, we would be able to put it to good use.

"No need for double! No need for double!"

Upon hearing that Liu Che wanted to take over the teahouse, Boss Wei was overjoyed and quickly said, "Mr. Liu, if you're really interested in taking over this teahouse, just give me the capital, and I'll take it over for you right away!"

Liu Che mentioned the banned books here, and all the guests ran away. Who knows who might have reported it to the authorities.

When the authorities investigate, he will definitely be implicated.

The Shahe Gang suffered a loss here a few days ago, and they might take advantage of the situation to kick us while we're down.

That's why he had no choice but to beg Liu Che to go tell stories at another place and try to distance himself from the situation.

Unexpectedly, Liu Che was willing to take over his teahouse; this was a huge help to him!

Although it's true that a perfectly good teahouse business was sold off, it's still better than losing your life.

As long as he can get his money back, he can move to another location, open a new teahouse, and do business just the same way.

"It's alright. You calculate the cost, and I'll give you double as a way to calm your nerves."

Liu Che didn't take it to heart and still charged him double the price.

The trouble caused by the Shahe gang a few days ago was one thing, but today, his mention of banned books has indeed implicated his boss, causing him to suffer this undeserved misfortune.

It's only right to give him more money.

But Boss Wei dared not ask for more and insisted on charging the cost price.

Watching the two haggling, Huang Zhen couldn't help but laugh and tease, "The one taking over the shop wants to raise the price, while the one transferring the shop wants to charge less. This is the first time I've ever seen such a scene."

Wong Fei-hung smiled and praised, "Brother Liu is indeed kind-hearted."

He didn't praise Boss Wei because he knew Boss Wei wouldn't dare charge more money, for fear of leaving a handle against him.

"How about this!"

Huang Zhen took the initiative to mediate: "I'll make the decision. According to Boss Wei's calculations, Brother Liu can add 20% as a token of our appreciation."

Furthermore, Boss Wei, if you reopen your business in the Guangdong, Guangxi, Hunan, and Fujian areas, I grant you permission to offer incense at your doorstep. No one in the martial arts world would dare disturb your business.

These conditions far exceeded Boss Wei's expectations, and he immediately bowed deeply in gratitude, saying, "Thank you so much, sir! Thank you so much, Mr. Liu!"

After agreeing on the price, Boss Wei wanted to hire a broker to handle the paperwork.

He was terrified, fearing that things might get complicated if he waited too long.

Liu Che's identity was at risk, and it was not appropriate for him to go to the government office to sign the official contract. So he suggested that the teahouse be transferred to Chen Xiangwan's name.

Chen Xiangwan understood his predicament, but still hesitated: "I've already received your kindness, how can I possibly accept a teahouse as well?"

Hearing this, Fang Shengdong grew anxious and couldn't help but exclaim, "You're so wishy-washy! I wouldn't even take a teahouse for free! Just don't give it to me!"

Chen Xiangwan glanced at Liu Che, hesitated for a moment, but still agreed: "Alright then! I won't be coy, it can be registered under my name."

He's going north, and owning another teahouse won't have much of an impact.

If the incident comes to light in the future, and the authorities investigate all the people in the teahouse, they can find him in the north, which will take more effort and help Liu Che share some of the pressure.

After reaching an agreement, Chen Xiangwan went with Boss Wei to complete the formalities.

Liu Che also gave Boss Wei a jade pendant of full value.

Although this jade pendant isn't for cash, it will definitely fetch a higher price than the contract price if sold to someone who knows its value.

Mr. Wei knew a bit about the market and recognized it as a good item, so he gratefully accepted it.

Because of today's events, Chen Xiangwan will have to stay another day.

When they finished their business and returned to the teahouse, Huang Zhen and the others had already left.

Liu Che didn't expect the teahouse to make money, so he immediately closed it and returned to the inn.

At the inn, when A-Wu saw Liu Che return, he hurriedly came up to him: "Brother, I've been waiting for you for half an hour. The oysters that Uncle Fu sent are all ready."

"The oyster meat has all been dug out and is at the fish market. Should we bring it back?"

Liu Che hadn't forgotten about this, and immediately ordered, "Go and have someone send all the oyster meat to Baozhilin. I'll go and tell Master Huang first."

Liu Che arranged for A Wu to transport the goods, while Liu Che went to Baozhilin.

Inside Po Chi Lam, Wong Fei-hung was having dinner with his militia brothers.

Seeing Liu Che arrive, Huang Feihong greeted him, "Che, are you all done with your work? Have you eaten? Come and have something to eat with us!"

They listened to storytelling for half a day in the teahouse without even having time to eat.

Liu Che didn't stand on ceremony and went over to get a pair of chopsticks before starting to eat.

While eating, he asked Wong Fei-hung, "Master Wong, may I borrow your yard for a moment?"

"Want to borrow the yard?"

Wong Fei-hung asked, puzzled, "Sure, but what do you need the yard for?"

"I need to cook something."

"What are you brewing? Medicine?"

"Uh... I guess so!"

Liu Che didn't know how to explain.

The method for making oyster sauce is actually quite similar to decocting traditional Chinese medicine.