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Chapter 227 Japan’s provocation!
The last time Madam Su made her feel embarrassed in the palace, it was the Regent who came to her aid in time. Now, they have come together again for their own interests. Unexpectedly, she would ask for his help?
But Li Qingwan didn’t understand, how could she help her?
"I don't understand what you mean, Madam Su. I have just started my own business. How can I help you?"
Madam Su was about to say something when suddenly, Ah Qing's joyful voice came from outside, "Miss, someone is coming from the palace!"
what?
Li Qingwan didn't expect that someone would come to the palace, which made her stand up immediately and "Go and greet them!"
Who would have thought that the eunuch Wang from the palace would come first with his men to announce the decree. When the group saw the eunuch Wang coming, they immediately saluted him and said, "Greetings, Eunuch Wang!"
"Everyone, stand up, Miss Li, and accept the order!"
Li Qingwan didn't know what the emperor's order was, so she knelt down immediately. Madam Su behind her naturally knelt down as well. She knew that her chance had come.
She must seize this opportunity!
Eunuch Wang did not read out the imperial edict. This was the intention of the regent. The regent was reluctant to let Li Qingwan kneel for too long, so he directly gave the imperial edict to Li Qingwan, "Miss, please read it yourself. Prepare according to what is said above. I will return to the palace first!"
what?
This was an imperial edict she had never seen before, and it wasn't even read out?
After Eunuch Wang led his men away, Zi'er and Ah Qing also found it incredible, "Miss, why is the emperor so strange?"
"Miss Li, can you open the imperial edict and have a look?"
Mrs. Su received news that a fabric competition would be held soon, and she also hoped to be qualified to participate. Of course, this hope depended on Li Qingwan. Her success made her realize that Li Qingwan was a businessman with whom she could cooperate, and they could benefit from each other!
When Li Qingwan opened it, she was instantly shocked by the words on it. What? She was asked to represent China in a fabric art competition with Japan?
"Miss, what does it say?"
Li Qingwan turned to look at Madam Su, "Madam, did you know that the Japanese textile craftsman was going to provoke the Celestial Empire?"
Madam Su had a lot of connections, so she naturally had first-hand information resources. She nodded and said, "Yes, this is the news I bought with a lot of money. The Japanese have already arrived in the capital, and they are promoting their silk everywhere. But they are just robbers. All their fabrics were passed down from our dynasty. What qualifications do they have to come here to promote their fabric culture?"
what?
After hearing this, Li Qingwan finally understood the purpose of Madam Su's visit. "The Emperor ordered me to prepare to participate in the competition in three days, Madam Su..."
"As long as Miss Li can take me with her, I can cooperate with you. Together we can make a material that will shut up the Japanese, revive our Chinese culture, and let them know that they are just thieves, not the founders!"
Hearing this, Li Qingwan never thought that Mrs. Su had such a strong sense of patriotism.
"Madam, can you tell me the reason?"
"reason?"
Li Qingwan nodded. "A reason to cooperate with me, a reason to defeat the Japanese?"
"Patriotism does not require a reason. Besides, I have an unforgivable hatred against the Japanese!"
"Hate?"
Li Qingwan and A Qing looked at each other. They never thought that Madam Su would have a grudge against the Japanese.
"That's right. Back then, the Japanese sneaked into the Jiangnan Li family, which is also my mother's family. They stole many of our fabric craftsmanship under the guise of doing business. Now they are back, and those stolen crafts have become their own. Miss Li, do you think I can swallow this breath? My father died with hatred because of this, and warned me to pass on the heritage and not let those Japanese take away all our things. Miss Li, I know that I was sorry for what happened last time. Please forgive me and let me join you in the competition. Only you can make me redeem myself!"
When Madam Su was speaking excitedly, she suddenly knelt down in front of Li Qingwan, which frightened her so much that she immediately bent down and helped Madam Su up.
"Madam, you don't have to do this. What should I do about this?"
"As long as you agree, I am eligible to participate. We will make a brand new fabric this time and defeat these thieves!"
"Brand new fabric?"
This aroused Li Qingwan's interest. She knew that the Su family was very good at craftsmanship. "What kind of fabric?"
At three o'clock in the morning, after Li Qingwan had discussed with Madam Su, she also decided to cooperate with her.
"Madam Su, please go back and leave this matter to me!"
"Miss Li, thank you very much!"
At this moment, Mrs. Su realized that Li Qingwan was indeed a good woman. She was too narrow-minded before and thought that she could become a royal supplier by defeating her. But now she understands that business is not only about competition, but also about mutual cooperation and win-win!
"Madam Su, you don't have to be polite. The Japanese are so abominable. We should teach them a lesson!"
She knew that inheritance was not easy. Now the Japanese stole their fabrics and used them against them. This was too shameless. The Regent must be very angry.
A tiny country dares to come to the Celestial Empire and act wildly. This time, she will also show off her national prestige and make them leave in disgrace!
"Miss Li, this lady would like to give you a gift."
"Gift?"
Madam Su asked the servant to hand her a box. "This should be your dowry. I found it under your ex-mother-in-law's bed. I guess she didn't have time to take it away, so I brought it to you."
What, her dowry...
The moment Li Qingwan opened the box, she was ecstatic. These were truly her dowry, given to her by her mother. But they disappeared later. She thought they were stolen. After all, there was a thief in Sima Mansion at that time. Unexpectedly, the thief was actually old lady Sima.
hateful!
"Old Madam Sima dared to treat you like this, she deserves what happened today. Return the property to its original owner, and I will take my leave now!"
"Thank you, ma'am. Someone, come and take her back!"
"No need, Miss Li, I'll wait for your good news."
After Madam Su led her people away, Li Qingwan looked at the box of jewelry and felt heartbroken. She still remembered her mother's instructions to her, but it was a pity that she was in love at the time and could not listen to anything, so she was plotted against by the Sima family...
"Miss, don't be sad. It's a good thing that these things are found again!"
Zi'er was really happy for the young lady. These treasures were given to the young lady by the lady. Now, the young lady took them back and did not leave a single needle for the Sima family.
Li Qingwan carefully put away these treasures. They were not only treasures, but also her thoughts about her mother. They were priceless!
"Put it there for me, and prepare the carriage. I want to go to the palace."
"Enter the palace, Miss. Now?"
Li Qingwan was about to go to the palace to discuss the competition with the Seven-Colored Master. As soon as she finished speaking, the housekeeper's anxious voice came from outside. The housekeeper hurried over and said, "Miss, there is news from the Sima family!"
Upon learning that there was news, Li Qingwan immediately stood up and asked, "What news?"
"Sima Yue has invited his uncle to the workshop. I'm afraid he is discussing how to deal with us!"
"Master Wang?"