Li Fengsheng shot Li Tingting a cold glance before leaving the room.
Moments later, many servants appeared in the dimly lit room.
These servants were all household staff, some old and some young.
Li Tingting was terrified. She was completely unclothed.
Outside the door, Li Fengsheng's face showed no pity.
Listening to Li Tingting's screams from within, he felt only the pleasure of revenge.
This night was Li Tingting's nightmare.
Did Li Tingting like men so much?
Then he would give her men!
The next day, Li Fengsheng privately ordered people to quietly send Li Tingting to a remote town and sell her to a brothel.
To avoid detection from the outside world, it was announced that Li Tingting had contracted a fever and needed to recuperate at home, unable to leave the mansion for quite some time.
Perhaps men are like this.
When they love, they give their all.
When they no longer love, they are worthless.
And women like Li Tingting have only themselves to blame.
Qin Ji Wine Cellar!
Qin Yun took the fine wine handed over by Qin Yuanzhang.
First, she brought it to her nose to smell, and then took a small sip.
With just one sip, Qin Yun was convinced that this wine would sell well.
"Father, this fruit wine tastes excellent. Have you thought of a name?" Qin Yun was very satisfied.
Qin Yuanzhang stroked his chin beard and pondered for a while, thinking of several names but finding them all unsuitable.
He then turned his gaze to Qin Yun. "What name do you think is most appropriate?"
Looking at the fragrant fruit wine in her hand, Qin Yun paused and said softly, "How about calling it Piao Xiang?"
Qin Yuanzhang thought for a moment, then laughed heartily. "That's a good name. This wine shall be called Piao Xiang!"
"Father, your Piao Xiang is truly exceptional. I must have another glass!" Unknowingly, Qin Yun had finished the Piao Xiang in her cup.
Qin Yuanzhang smiled. "This Piao Xiang was left by your grandfather. I merely learned his craft."
"Grandfather is truly amazing! But Father is even more amazing! At least, I've tasted such delicious fruit wine from you, Father!"
"Slippery tongue!" Qin Yuanzhang was very happy and picked up the wine jar, refilling Qin Yun's second cup of fruit wine and pouring himself a cup as well.
"Although Piao Xiang is delicious, it should not be drunk in excess. Too much can also intoxicate you!"
Qin Yun smiled. "Don't worry, Father, I won't drink too much!"
As soon as Piao Xiang was ready, it was put on shelves at major wine shops the next day.
To ensure Piao Xiang sold well, customers visiting Qin Ji Wine Cellar for the first three days could taste it for free.
Customers who drank Piao Xiang praised its delicious taste.
In an instant, the Piao Xiang stored in the wine cellar was sold out within the first three days.
Qin Yun was extremely satisfied with this result.
When Qin Ji Wine Cellar was preparing to brew the second batch of Piao Xiang,
Qin Yun and her father kept a watchful eye.
After all, with Piao Xiang selling so well, the Four Great Wine Houses of Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter would surely take notice.
Chun Yue Wine House! A private room on the fourth floor.
Xie Wuyou sat at the head seat, holding a bottle of Piao Xiang bought by a servant.
As soon as the wine was poured into the cup, a burst of aroma wafted towards him.
Xie Wuyou took a sip, and his expression immediately changed.
"Is this the new fruit wine launched by Qin Ji Wine Cellar? What is it called?"
The servant bowed and said, "I heard it's called Piao Xiang!"
Xie Wuyou narrowed his eyes and drank the fruit wine in his hand in one go.
"I want the brewing secret formula for this Piao Xiang! Find a way to get it!"
"Your Highness, I guessed you would definitely like this fruit wine. I have already sent someone to fetch the secret formula."
Xie Wuyou smiled with satisfaction.
If the secret formula for this fruit wine was successfully obtained, the profits of the Four Great Wine Houses of Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter would multiply several times over.
At that time, dealing with Xie Qianmo would be as easy as flipping one's hand.
Thinking of this, the smile on Xie Wuyou's face deepened.
After Piao Xiang was launched,
Xie Qianmo in the palace also tasted the fruit wine at the same time.
Looking at Piao Xiang on the dragon-patterned table, Xie Qianmo fell into thought.
He didn't expect Old Man Qin Yuanzhang to have such a skill.
Just as Xie Wuyou could make a fortune by using Gui Xiang and Qiu Xiang, he would again use Piao Xiang to make a big profit.
"Are the staff at Qin Ji Wine Cellar sufficient?" Xie Qianmo asked seriously.
Leng Ye, who was in front of him, nodded. "The wine cellar has enough staff! However, several people have recently infiltrated the wine cellar, presumably Xie Wuyou's people."
Xie Qianmo smiled, as if he had already guessed this.
"I believe Qin Yun and her father are well-prepared!"
"Summon Qin Yun to the palace. I want to see her!" Xie Qianmo said to Fang Jing.
Fang Jing bowed. "Yes! This servant will go and fetch Miss Qin Zhuangyuan!"
That night, Qin Yun was just about to fall asleep.
Coincidentally, Fang Jing's arrival shattered her sweet dream.
Out of respect for Xie Qianmo, Qin Yun had no choice but to go to the palace.
When leaving, she did not forget to bring her medicine box.
Although she was busy with the wine cellar matters in the past few days, Xie Qianmo still visited Qin Yun's room every few days for a little rest.
They were not idle either. Every time, Qin Yun would administer acupuncture to Xie Qianmo.
When Qin Yun arrived by Xie Qianmo's side, everyone in the hall obediently withdrew.
If it were in the past, Qin Yun would only feel awkward and wish to escape immediately.
But now, she had become accustomed to it.
"Your Majesty, I have come today to draw blood and detoxify you. Are you ready?" Calculating the time, she had been administering acupuncture and treatment to Xie Qianmo for some time.
Xie Qianmo nodded, then smiled. "Can you accompany me for a bath?"
"Your Majesty, drawing blood to detoxify is not a trifling matter. One mistake could be fatal!" Qin Yun deliberately made the matter sound serious.
Accompanying Xie Qianmo for a bath? Unless she wanted to die!
"You ungrateful little thing, are you cursing me to death?" Xie Qianmo asked with a cold gaze.
Qin Yun stuck out her tongue. "Your Majesty will live a long and prosperous life!"
Xie Qianmo smiled silently and said to Fang Jing outside the door, "Prepare the water. I wish to bathe!"
If the Emperor wished to bathe, who would dare to slack off!
Within minutes, a tub full of hot water was ready.
Xie Qianmo ignored Qin Yun and proceeded to undress himself.
As Xie Qianmo undressed, Qin Yun turned her body away.
In fact, she was very nervous, but thinking that her purpose was to detoxify Xie Qianmo, she forced down the fluttering of her heart.
After spending these days together, she had become increasingly bold in front of Xie Qianmo.
In other words, if she talked back or resisted, it was all because Xie Qianmo indulged her.
"Didn't you want to draw blood to detoxify? Why are you still standing there?"
At some unknown time, Xie Qianmo had already finished undressing and was now in the bathtub.
"I'm coming!" Qin Yun, holding her medicine box, walked with small steps. She lowered her head and came before Xie Qianmo.
Squatting down, Qin Yun pretended to be calm.
Xie Qianmo just watched her, making Qin Yun feel embarrassed.
"Your Majesty, please extend your left hand!"
Xie Qianmo cooperatively extended his left hand.
Qin Yun stared at Xie Qianmo's arm the entire time, skipping over other parts.
It wasn't that she didn't want to look, but she truly dared not!
Such a handsome man, and bathing, she was truly afraid of making a fool of herself!