noffsinger Chapter 151 Opening Business
Chapter 151 Opening Business
Marry into the family? Yun Qingjin felt helpless, but on the surface she still maintained an indifferent attitude.
“Our second young master…”
The servants of the Prince of Jin's mansion then said things like, "She's just an ordinary merchant's daughter, don't think so much about it," and "The second young master is just curious," etc.
While Yun Qingjin verbally appeased them, what she was really thinking was that she could take this opportunity to get to know Prince Jin, the emperor's younger brother.
So since then, Yun Qingjin has come to this tavern to listen to storytelling every now and then. On a few occasions, if she happens to see the Second Young Master, she seizes the opportunity to chat with him.
When she could get the Second Young Master under her thumb, Yun Qingjin would show off a little; if she had nothing to say, she would hand the conversation over to the Second Young Master and let him boast a bit, which would make him happy.
"By the way, Boss Yun, I don't think I've really patronized your business much. You don't mind, do you?"
While Yun Qingjin was reminiscing about the past, the second young master had already sat down and started eating by himself.
Seeing that Yun Qingjin did not answer, the young man continued to speak, his tone tinged with embarrassment.
"Oh dear, are you angry? I can't help it, I don't need the stuff your family sells... My family won't let me get involved in those things you sell..."
"The Second Young Master is still thinking of us. It's alright, thank you." Yun Qingjin smiled and comforted the other party.
"It's perfect timing, Second Young Master. Since you wish to patronize my shop, my new shop will be opening on the second day of the second lunar month. Would you do me the honor of joining me?"
"Opening a new store? Boss Xiaoyun, don't you already have that Yanchun Pavilion..."
The second young master was puzzled.
"Yanchun Pavilion is a property of Yunji, and the new store is my own."
Yun Qingjin nodded. She happened to have with her an opening gift list that she originally intended to give to the distinguished guests, as well as an embroidery of the same quality.
"My new shop is called Spring Like the First Encounter. It's a ready-to-wear custom clothing shop, specializing in women's clothing. Second Young Master, you're welcome to bring your wife along."
"Madam?"
Yun Qingjin feigned surprise, "Eh, Second Young Master isn't married yet?"
The young man in front of me visibly blushed.
"Ah, well... it's like this, my mother... ah, no, my mother wanted to find a good match for me... that's why I didn't get married."
Yun Qingjin pretended not to understand and pushed the prepared gift list and embroidery items in front of the second young master.
"It seems I misunderstood. I'm sorry. But please accept this, Second Young Master. My new shop will open on the second day of the second lunar month. Even if you don't buy anything, it would be good to support me."
"Custom-made clothing, and even little figures drawn on it!" The second young master looked shocked as he took the gift list.
“I may launch menswear in the future, and the second young master can also give some suggestions.”
Yun Qingjin had been wanting to know more about the Prince of Jin, but asking about it so openly would be too deliberate.
Fortunately, I was well-prepared.
"Second Young Master, although you may not need it, I must remind you that on the opening day, if you bring this embroidery and the order form to my shop, I will give you a discount."
After giving the item to the other party, Yun Qingjin didn't linger any longer. She gave a brief nod and left.
This second young master is young and doesn't have many of the bad habits of spoiled brats; he just loves to show off.
In comparison, they are much better than those young masters in the capital who like to bully men and women.
However, the key point is that the Prince of Jin's behavior was indeed quite abnormal.
Perhaps I didn't know enough about my past life, but I don't recall ever hearing about any discord between the Prince of Jin and the Emperor.
In the following days, Yunfu made normal preparations for the opening of the new store.
The events on the streets were all within expectations.
Just as in her previous life, the Empress Dowager suddenly fell ill and passed away.
Originally, during the national mourning period, businesses were required to close and entertainment and singing and dancing were prohibited.
However, the emperor also announced another "Empress Dowager's Last Edict," which stated that the people were not required to observe mourning after the Empress Dowager's death.
In addition to the Empress Dowager's will, the Emperor also issued a proclamation, the main content of which was that he, as a member of the royal family, had failed to set a good example, and expressed his sincerity in apologizing to the people, and specially reduced the national tax for two months.
With the release of numerous policy announcements, the negative impression of the so-called Empress Dowager's edict of self-reproach was largely swept away.
Even on the day of the Empress Dowager's funeral, many people gathered outside the city to see her off.
Yun Qingjin had also secretly gone to see it, and it was indeed similar to her previous life.
"Although this matter was brought forward, the result was actually not much different."
With the national mourning period cancelled, Yun Qingjin's Spring as If for the First Time opened at the normal time.
On February , the dragon looked up.
The temperature has warmed up slightly, and it's such a joyous and lively festival again.
The newly opened shops were novel and lively, attracting a large influx of customers.
Several wealthy families in the capital whom Yun Qingjin had previously contacted also came to show their support.
Upon seeing the distinguished guest, Chunru greeted them directly to a private room in the backyard for special reception.
The novel clothes drawn on the gift list originally intended for each household were also made into physical objects and displayed to the guests.
The main item is naturally the skirt and pants that Yun Yuke used to wear.
Under normal circumstances, you wouldn't be able to tell they're pants, but guests can tell at a glance that they are indeed much more convenient.
The other main designs are also unique, neither revealing nor lacking in lightness or simplicity.
Of course, the clothes in Springtime is not only uniquely designed, but also made from newly made fabric.
The store was packed with customers on its opening day.
Yun Qingjin was busy running around the shop and didn't have a moment to spare.
Of course, Yun Qingjin also paid special attention to some special people who came.
For example, the Changxing Marquis family.
For example, there was the Princess of Jin, who traveled light, as well as some young women, and of course, the second young master.
Yun Qingjin treated everyone equally, and received them in the same way she should.
However, Yun Qingjin deliberately arranged for these two groups to be placed in two adjacent single rooms.
“Mother, this young boss, Ms. Yun, is quite capable. Look, she runs such a large shop all by herself, and she can also manage so many servants.”
After the Princess of Jin and her entourage were seated, the second son took the opportunity to introduce them to his mother.
"Does this mean you don't need to bother thinking about what I want to see? I really like it..."
"Feng'er, don't worry about your marriage."
Although Princess Jin saw everything, she wouldn't be easily swayed by her son.
“Yes, Second Uncle, there are too many people around outside. I see quite a few people have come here today.” The young woman beside Princess Jin spoke up; she was Princess Jin’s eldest daughter-in-law.
“Learn from your sister-in-law. Be more observant when you’re out and about. I’ve seen quite a few familiar houses. This young boss is no ordinary person.”
"Mother..."
Princess Jin glared at her son.
The second young master shrank back and changed his words, "Mother, although this Boss Yun has the backing of her family, she has also worked her way up step by step. She is capable."
Princess Jin and her daughter-in-law exchanged a glance and shook their heads helplessly.
“Feng’er, I’ll go back and talk to your father about this. It’s not good for you to just laze around like this every day. Don’t stay at home all the time…”