Chapter 235 - 152: Getting Something for Nothing (Part 4)

Wei Dabao’s eyes lit up instantly, as if he saw a mountain of gold and silver.

He hadn’t found great treasure today, but he did discover such a booming business opportunity.

Earning a million taels of silver annually—isn’t this precisely the treasure he’s been yearning for?

How could Wei Dabao let this opportunity slip by? He nodded enthusiastically, unable to hide his eagerness in his voice.

"That’s wonderful! Let’s go, let’s go. I’ll host and invite Miss Han to grace us with her presence. Let’s head to Tongfu Building now, sit down and talk at leisure."

Han Lei and Luo Hai exchanged a glance and saw a fleeting smile in each other’s eyes.

Wei Dabao looked at Han Lei with anticipation, but Han Lei pretended to be in a difficult position, shook her head, and spoke with a hint of apology.

"Thank you for your kind offer, Mr. Wei. Maybe next time; this time I’m pressed for time. The shop in the Capital City is already under renovation, and I must rush there to meet Wei Chengchao to discuss the upcoming opening arrangements."

Upon hearing this, Wei Dabao showed a touch of disappointment, thinking his catch was slipping away.

He opened his mouth to say something, but Han Lei smiled and continued, "I’ll be back in a month. We can gather then. If Mr. Wei wants to join, I can count you in right now."

Hearing this, Wei Dabao felt tempted but was still somewhat hesitant.

He had only met Han Lei once, and she was already asking him to pay money to partner in a business. What if she was a con artist? Wouldn’t his silver be wasted?

Though the thriving business at Tongfu Building was right before him, he couldn’t help feeling uneasy.

Just then, the head captain came over, whispering to Luo Hai, "County Magistrate, Miss, we should set off, or we won’t reach the post station by nightfall."

Upon hearing this, Han Lei looked up at the sun and then turned to Luo Hai: "Oh! It’s almost noon. Uncle, I shall take my leave."

Luo Hai nodded with a tone of concern: "Alright. Be careful on the road."

Then, Han Lei looked at Wei Dabao apologetically: "Well then, Mr. Wei, let’s leave the partnership for next time. I have to go this time."

"Wait! Miss Han, you just agreed to count me in."

Seeing the deal about to slip away, Wei Dabao panicked. He quickly pulled out a few five-thousand tael silver notes from his chest and handed them to Han Lei.

Just as the head captain called Luo Hai "County Magistrate," Wei Dabao suddenly remembered—Luo Hai is Han Lei’s uncle.

With Luo Hai here as the best guarantee, what was there to worry about? Since both the County Magistrate and Wei Chengchao dared to cooperate with Han Lei, why shouldn’t he?

Seeing him offer the silver notes, Han Lei swiftly blocked them with her hand, speaking with an air of calmness.

"Ah, Mr. Wei, there’s no need for silver notes now."

"Why’s that?" Wei Dabao was stunned. Isn’t investing in business supposed to involve providing silver?

Han Lei explained, "As I’m heading to the Capital City, carrying too much silver along the way is unsafe. If Mr. Wei genuinely wishes to join the garment shop, I’ll speak with Wei Chengchao to count you in. You just wait for the share profits. As for the silver notes, you can settle that with Wei Chengchao later."

Seeing Han Lei refuse the silver notes, Wei Dabao finally felt relieved, gaining more trust in Han Lei.

"Oh! Alright, alright. Miss Han is indeed generous." Wei Dabao tucked the silver notes back into his chest, feeling a hidden joy.

Sharing in the profits before investing silver—it’s as good as getting something for nothing! No wonder Luo Hai and his cousin are willing to partner with this Miss Han. Who wouldn’t want such an opportunity?

While putting away the silver notes, he said repeatedly, "You’re right, the journey isn’t safe. But rest assured Miss Han, when the time comes, I won’t be short of the silver I need to contribute, not even a copper coin."