Stick With The Cold Female lead

Chapter 38 - Sell

Two embroiderers who came from Dongli country worked very diligently, as if they were afraid that Su Yi would not hire them again. Apart from eating and sleeping, they spent all their time working.

Su Yi advised them several times, but they wouldn't listen. In the end, she had to let them continue working, and even increased their wages from the original 1,200 wen per month to three taels of silver.

The two embroiderers became even more diligent and managed to finish the five garments that Su Yi requested in less than two months.

Worried that they would exhaust themselves, Su Yi immediately ordered them to stop embroidering and instructed Yanshen to spend the whole day teaching them about the customs of Yanxue country and the concept of female superiority over males.

This method worked well. After a while, the two women improved significantly. Though still shy, they no longer worked tirelessly day and night.

Su Yi breathed a sigh of relief and sketched some designs for clothes, took a few finished garments, and visited the Second Princess's residence.

In the evening, a cool breeze blew.

Ji Qingyun sat in a pavilion, watching lotus flowers by the water while listening to the pipa, drinking wine, feeling very content.

She happily ate a grape and waved to her sister fishing by the lotus pond.

"Ninth Sister, don't just fish. These grapes soaked in well water are particularly cold and delicious. Come and try some."

Ji Qingchi slowly put down her fishing rod and walked to the pavilion to sit down.

"It seems like you really enjoy fishing," Ji Qingyun said, pushing a plate of grapes in front of her. "Come, try some."

"Fishing is quite enjoyable," Ji Qingchi replied calmly as she peeled and ate a grape.

Fishing was a way to cultivate patience. Whenever she felt irritable, she would sit by the lotus pond with her fishing rod for an hour or two.

"I just don't get the joy of fishing," Ji Qingyun laughed. "Our temperaments are really different."

"Not everyone is as broad-minded as you, Sister," Ji Qingchi smiled, picking up another grape.

Ji Qingyun's eyes curved as she was about to speak when a maid approached and greeted.

"Second Highness, there is a Miss Su at the gate who wishes to see you. She said she has something to give you."

Miss Su?

The only Miss Su she knew was Su Yi, right? Could it be her?

"Is she the one in the wheelchair?"

"Yes."

It must be Su Yi then.

Ji Qingyun was curious about why Su Yi was looking for her. Was it possible that she had discovered that she was trying to settle the matter hastily, and to seek justice for herself and her husband, she felt wronged and came to complain to her?

Though feeling guilty, Ji Qingyun could not refuse since she had already come to see her. She could only nod to the maid and say, "Alright, please let Miss Su in."

Escorted by the maid, Su Yi arrived at the pavilion, stood up to bow respectfully to Ji Qingyun.

"This commoner pays her respects to Second Highness."

"Miss Su, you are weak, no need for such formalities. Someone, please bring a seat."

Su Yi was seated slightly below Ji Qingyun. She behaved properly, not looking around, and addressed Ji Qingyun, "Second Highness, I have something to give you."

"Oh? What is it?"

Su Yi had Licorice open the bundle, revealing a finely crafted summer dress for women.

Ji Qingyun had never seen this style of clothing before, but the cuffs and waist were well-tailored, and the collar was skillfully crafted to avoid any discomfort. Ji Qingyun immediately liked the outfit; it looked perfect for hunting.

"Was this garment made by Miss Su's maids? I have never seen this style even at the tailoring bureau."

"This style was researched by me from various books."

Su Yi, a dedicated salesperson, enthusiastically promoted her product's advantages to Ji Qingyun and openly stated her intention.

"To be honest, I have no family business to rely on, so to establish myself in the capital, I plan to start a ready-made clothing business."

Not here to settle scores, what a relief.

Ji Qingyun felt relieved and, at the same time, became quite interested, "You want me to help promote your clothes to other nobles?"

"Yes." Su Yi replied honestly.

"If Second Highness is willing, I am willing to share one-third of the profits from my shop with you when the time comes."

"That won't be necessary, it's just a small favor. Besides, this is a business venture that Miss Su relies on for a living. A noblewoman should not take advantage of others. I don't need that money, but I do appreciate these clothes very much. If Miss Su doesn't mind, please also send two sets of clothes to me in winter as a token of appreciation."

Su Yi quickly agreed, "Thank you, Second Highness."

"You're welcome."

The two of them then discussed how to introduce these clothes to other high-ranking officials. Ji Qingchi sat silently holding a grape, feeling invisible as the two of them continued their conversation without acknowledging her.
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After chatting for a while, Su Yi coughed, and Ji Qingyun had tea brought over, "That settles it then. Miss Su, rest assured, this palace will do its best to help."

Su Yi felt grateful but stumbled on her words, "Thank you, Second Highness, I..."

"Do you have any clothes suitable for soldiers?"

Before she could finish her word of thanks, someone interrupted her.

Hearing the familiar female voice, Su Yi turned her head in surprise and saw Ji Qingchi sitting with a cold face.

Huh? What's going on? When did the protagonist arrive?

Ji Qingchi had clearly noticed her surprise, and a sense of annoyance inexplicably rose in her.