Reborn in a Noble Family - Chapter 140
Chapter 140 False Alarm
Old Madame Li was too lazy to talk to her. She helped Mammy get up and made an appearance to leave.
Qiao Linzi immediately panicked. She struggled for a few times but was unable to get up from the ground. In the end, she was supported by a nanny beside her.
Qiao Linzi’s arm trembled as she leaned against Qiao Mammy, unable to think of a way to deal with it.
“Miss, don’t worry.” Nanny Qiao’s calm voice sounded like the sound of nature, and Qiao Linzi regained some consciousness.
Qiao Linzi looked at Qiao Mammy’s determined gaze before she straightened up and followed Old Madame Li.
The Li Clan’s warehouse was divided into two types. One was the inner court warehouse. The ones that could normally be stored were placed in the inner court warehouse, and when necessary, they would be sent out to receive the gifts.
There was also the outer courtyard warehouse.
It was said to be an outer court warehouse, but it was actually not in the outer court of the Li Clan. Instead, it was a warehouse rented by the Li Clan to store medicinal ingredients.
The medicinal ingredients that were collected and processed from their own medicinal fields, as well as the medicinal ingredients that were collected from outside, were stored there. They were supplied according to the needs of the customers, so the warehouse had a lot of them in stock.
This was also where Matriarch Li had confidence.
The warehouse of the Li Clan’s outer courtyard contained medicinal ingredients that could be used by the major pharmacies in Jincheng for three years.
Of course, the Li Clan’s business was not limited to Jincheng, but was also located in the surroundings.
Qiao Family has been developing rapidly these years, but the Li Clan has been stagnant, which is related to Li Ruicheng’s ability. The business and connections that his father had left behind were already the limit. If not for Qiao Xingbang’s reputation and his uncle’s protection, the Li Clan would not even be able to defend this little bit of family business these past few years.
However, Old Madame Li did not think so. In her eyes, the Li Clan was the top merchant in Jincheng City. They were, are, and will continue to be.
Therefore, to the Qiao Clan, to Qiao Linzi, and to Old Madame Li, it was complicated.
Sitting in the carriage, the group arrived at the Li Clan’s warehouse.
This was the north of the city. It was an area specially designated by the government. This area was filled with warehouses, large and small, belonging to the public. The leases were all from the merchants of Jincheng.
From tea and silk to medicinal ingredients and porcelain, there were almost all kinds of items in the inventory of Jincheng merchants.
Naturally, the safety of this place was of utmost importance.
This warehouse was patrolled by officials. The time was uncertain, the route was uncertain, but the shift change time was fixed.
Apart from that, tenants can hire their own guards.
Fireworks are strictly forbidden here. It is impossible to cook by fire. Every tenant has paid a large amount of security deposit when leasing. During the lease period, if there is no fire caused by fault, the money will be returned to the tenant. If anyone causes a fire, the compensation will not be small after finding out.
The merchants were very attentive to this, so for so many years, there hadn’t been a fire here. As for the theft of the inventory, there must be some. The amount wasn’t big, and the case was solved.
Qiao Linzi got off the carriage and was about to turn around to help Old Madame Li. She and Mammy Li’s hands reached over at the same time. Through the curtain, Old Madame Li put her hands on Mammy Li’s hands accurately.
Qiao Linzi was embarrassed for a moment, and she retracted her hand resentfully, her lowered eyes brewing a monstrous hatred.
“Old madam, madam.” When the steward heard the news, he rushed over without stopping with the booklet.
Old Madame Li nodded arrogantly, “I’m fine today. Lin Zi and I will come take a look.”
“It’s Old Madame. The small one has also been brought.” The steward was well aware of Old Madame Li’s fiery temperament and had brought everything with him.
Old Madame Li nodded her head in satisfaction. She looked at the two warehouses around her. These two warehouses belonged to the Li Clan. They were stored separately according to their utility and price. It could be said that the Li Clan’s family’s wealth was all here.
Old Madame Li was also poor, Therefore, she especially liked to store things. Medicinal ingredients were like this, and so were the small things. The things Qiao Linzi had coaxed and cheated from Qiao Yunxi earlier were part of her filial piety. She put them into her own small warehouse. However, Qiao Linzi took them back later. For this, she not only angered Qiao Linzi, but also hated Qiao Yunxi.
“Let’s start with the ordinary warehouse.”
The steward glanced at Qiao Linzi and the latter nodded slightly.
The group entered the warehouse.
The warehouse looked very big, but it was divided into different areas and stored different medicinal ingredients, so it was clear at a glance.
Old Madame Li took the booklet from the steward and checked the number of books registered on it. Nanny Li carefully followed behind her. Old Madame Li enjoyed the feeling of being surrounded and lofty.
The older she was, the more particular she was about these things. Even if the business was handed over to her son, she would not let go of the warehouse.
After all, his son’s ability was limited. Being able to figure out what was happening outside was enough for him to feel sad. The sorting out of the warehouse and the registration books were tedious. When his son returned, he should have a good rest.
After Qiao Linzi entered, she gave the warehouse to Qiao Linzi to show her magnanimity. After revisiting the same place, Old Madame Li’s ambition gradually rose in her heart.
“I read in this booklet that a batch of Codonopsis pilosula and Coix seeds will be sent out tomorrow.”
“Yes, Old Madame. The ingredients were ordered years ago. This batch of goods has only just returned. After registration, it will be delivered tomorrow.” The steward hurriedly replied.
Old Madame Li nodded, “Be careful, it’s all old friends. There can’t be any mistakes.”
The steward answered hurriedly.
The group quickly arrived at the second warehouse.
There were some precious medicinal ingredients stored here, and they were all ordered by someone. They only waited for someone to send them over. Therefore, this warehouse had specially hired guards. They were all men who knew how to kick and punch.
Because they were all women, these guards were guarding outside. Old Madame Li brought people inside.
Nanny Qiao, who had been following Qiao Linzi the entire time, disappeared. Qiao Linzi hurriedly took two steps and followed closely behind Old Madame Li.
“Then what’s up there?” Old Madame Li pointed at the boxes on the shelves and asked.
“Matriarch, those are the medicinal ingredients of the World-saving Hall. Someone will come to pick them up tomorrow.”
“Take it down and I’ll take a look.”
The Li Clan received orders from the infirmary or pharmacy to prepare the medicine, deliver it to their homes, or pick it up by themselves.
The process of dispensing was done by the Li Clan’s own pharmacist. After that, he handed it over to the steward for inspection and affixed a seal. After the medicinal ingredients were delivered to the merchants, the goods were inspected on the spot. The masters of the Li Clan would occasionally inspect a few of them while patrolling the warehouse, so the steward did not find it strange.
He lifted his robe and prepared to climb onto the shelf.
“Let me do it. Your leg injury is still unhealed.” Qiao Linzi said inappropriately.
The atmosphere immediately became somewhat awkward.
The steward hurriedly explained with an embarrassed smile, “Old Madam, this lowly one broke her leg and twisted her waist.”
Old Madame Li didn’t think too much about it, pretending that the steward had accidentally fallen on the shelf.
Although there were workers in the warehouse, there were times when the steward would personally go on the battlefield in a hurry to save time.
How could Old Madame Li let Qiao Linzi climb onto the shelf?
However, he had already said so, so he couldn’t change his words, could he?
He glanced at the nanny beside him.
The latter understood and immediately went to the shelf.
Finding the box that Old Madame Li wanted to check, Nanny Li clasped her hands on the box and retreated with difficulty.
Nanny Li was already old and fat. She usually followed Old Madame Li and flaunted her prestige. When had she ever done such a thing?
The center of gravity was unstable, and the foot on the escalator slipped, and his entire body fell backwards.
Qiao Linzi exclaimed.
Old Madame Li had already made a move to avoid the falling Li Mammy. She was frightened by Qiao Linzi’s voice and her movements slowed down by half a beat.
Qiao Linzi quickly pushed Old Madame Li and the two of them fell down together.
“Ah–”
Old Madame Li’s pig-like howl sounded particularly frightening.
Nanny Li also screamed miserably.
Qiao Linzi was a little better, her pale face was paralyzed on the ground and she was speechless.
The steward’s eyes twitched in fright and he hurriedly called the people outside to call for a doctor.
“Madam.” Nanny Qiao drilled out of nowhere, and as she crossed the escalator, she took the opportunity to touch Nanny Li’s slippery foot.
“I’m fine. Hurry up and see the old lady.” Cold sweat broke out on Qiao Linzi’s forehead.
Old Madame Li’s face was ashen. She was so painful that she couldn’t speak, and her gaze gradually dimmed.
“Old Madam!”
“Old Madam!”
Nanny Li pounced on Old Madame Li.
The group of people left the house majestically and returned with injuries and cripples.
After sending Old Madame Li back to the courtyard, Qiao Linzi returned to the main courtyard in a sedan chair.
“Miss.” Nanny Qiao looked at Qiao Linzi with distress.
Qiao Linzi’s expression recovered a little, and she was still green. She didn’t know if she was afraid or in pain, “I’m fine, Old hag is worse than me.”
Qiao Mammy said disapprovingly, “It’s not worth it for a Qiu Hong.”
“Why isn’t it worth it?” Qiao Linzi retorted, “Besides, this isn’t just Shilang’s business. It’s our future. There are also Brother Jue and Brother Rui.”
Qiao Mammy sighed. Knowing that Qiao Linzi would not listen to her words, he could only deliberately say, “Miss, are you sure that the two young masters will …”
Not to mention the reason for leaving, even if it was Brother Jue and Brother Rui, the Li Clan would definitely not let go.
The two of them were the seed of the Li Clan, and they were so promising, so the Li Clan would let them go. Moreover, it wasn’t hard to imagine that if Miss wanted to separate from her uncle, she would definitely make a fuss. How could it be so easy?
Qiao Linzi didn’t care and smiled complacently, “If I proposed to leave, I definitely wouldn’t be able to. But if Li Ruicheng made a mistake, it would be a big mistake as everyone knows, then it would be different.” “As for Brother Jue and Brother Rui, they are from the Li Clan. That’s right, but they were also born to me. If their father embarrassed them, would they still recognize this father?”
Joe Mammy frowned.
Looks like the young miss has already planned out how to frame her uncle and find a reason to leave.
But would it really be that easy?
Even if Young Master made a big mistake and embarrassed the two young masters, as long as Young Master doesn’t let go, the two young masters are from the Li Clan!
The two young masters were so promising. The eldest young master was brought by his uncle and carefully taught. In the future, he would inherit the Li family’s business. The second young master was even more powerful. He was already a child at such a young age. In the future, he would be a scholar, a master, or even an official in the court!
The Li Clan only had two young masters, and they had a bright future ahead of them. How could they let them go so easily?