CHAPTER 247: CHAPTER 247: ALL WENT DOWN THE DRAIN

She had considered that the term "franchise" didn’t exist in ancient times, so this plan, when implemented, would likely face some skepticism and speculation at first.

But as long as Hundred Flavors Inn does well and others see the bustling business and profits, there would be no fear of not attracting partners.

Unexpectedly, the first one to seek cooperation was Zheng Shaochen.

This guy had pretty good vision, and his family’s wealth and resources were considerable. The only downside was his excessive arrogance, thinking others couldn’t do anything without him!

Therefore, even with Nan Jin Yu’s presence in this collaboration, she still had to be on her utmost guard.

Upon returning home, Gu Nian instructed Cuihua to take Er Zhuzi up the mountain to gather information, then headed straight into her room to review the agreement she had drafted a few days ago.

The afternoon sky was overcast, suggesting a likelihood of rain.

Just as Gu Nian stepped out the door, Mrs. Jiang called out to her, "Niannian, it looks like it’s going to rain. Where are you going?"

"I’m going to see Nan. Mother, is there anything you need?" Gu Nian replied.

"Oh, nothing much, just asking. If it does start to rain later, I want to know where to pick you up."

"No need, I’m just going to see Nan for a bit. It’s not far, and if it does rain, I’ll just wait for it to stop before coming back."

After Gu Nian left, Mrs. Jiang watched her back with a helpless shake of her head.

This child is always troubling Young Master Nan; I wonder if it bothers him.

However, good looks do have their advantages. Look at the people in the village, always scheming to take advantage of Young Master Nan, but he pays them no mind.

Only little Niannian is charming enough.

Thinking of this, Mrs. Jiang couldn’t help but smile.

After all, wasn’t it because of this girl’s charm that she softened her heart and took her in!

Gu Nian knew it might rain, but didn’t expect it so quickly. She hadn’t taken many steps when the rain started pouring down.

In the cold winter rain, she shivered as it hit her, and started to run.

"Wuming, open the door quickly, I’m going to freeze to death." Fortunately, she was almost there, and Gu Nian’s voice was heard even before she arrived.

Just as she reached the entrance, Wuming emerged and opened the door.

"Miss Gu, why are you here at this time, braving the rain?" Wuming asked, puzzled.

"I had something to do. When I left, it wasn’t raining yet. Who would have thought it would pour midway, and I didn’t even take an umbrella, now my clothes are soaked!" As Gu Nian walked inside, she complained, then looking down at the soaked paper in her hand, her facial expression crumpled with disappointment, "Sigh! This was the result of days of thought and most of my afternoon of revisions, all ruined!"

"By the way, where is Nan?" Gu Nian quickly changed her tone, catching Wuming off guard.

"The master is in the study. Today’s letter from the old lady arrived, putting him in a bit of a mood, so Miss Gu should be cautious." Though the master always treated Miss Gu quite well, when it came to family matters, especially involving the old lady, it was hard to predict.

Gu Nian nodded hesitantly.

Not in a good mood, does that mean he’s angry?

In her eyes, Nan Jin Yu was like a warm and gentle jade, but the aura he occasionally exuded was not to be underestimated.

Usually, a simple look from him would make even Wuxin, Wuming, and the once-imposing Zheng Shaochen instantly behave, yet she had never seen him truly lose his temper.