Becoming the Villain's Discarded Wife
Chapter 221

Chapter 221: Chapter 221

The face of the carter changed a bit, but he didn’t respond, only incessantly urging them to get off the cart.

Watching the carter drive the bullock cart away to the distance, Chi Sheng and Xiaoqi exchanged a glance, then also entered Yan City.

First of March

Only a smear of hazy cyan color hung on the horizon, as cries from hawkers had already resounded on the streets.

The Lin family was busy at their food stall, where Lin Yicheng and Lin Ercheng, the two brothers, were setting up tables and chairs, and wiping dust off the tables with a cloth.

Mother Lin, meanwhile, was nearby chopping meat filling, allowing her two daughters-in-law to rest a bit longer.

Today was the first day of the Shang Convention. The city’s inhabitants would definitely come out to join the fun, so they had to work quickly.

Just after they prepared the food, several regular customers came, rubbing their hands and sat down.

"We would like three bowls of dumplings and a bowl of meat soup noodle here."

"Alright!"

Lin Ercheng collected the silver and ladled out four bowls of soup to serve them.

"You can sip on this, it’s complimentary."

"Thank you very much."

The four took the soup, chatted, and laughed while waiting for their meal.

"Will you go watch the fun at Zuitingxuan later?"

"Yes, we certainly will."

"I wonder which five individuals will encounter the opportunity this time. Seriously, the taste of this soup is really good."

A greyclothed man sighed after taking a sip of hot soup.

"I guess Miss Su might go."

A younger man chuckled and spoke.

"Well, that might not be the case. Even though Miss Su has some abilities, it’s not only us from Yan City attending this time. Many wealthy merchants and prestigious families from all over the country have also arrived. Miss Su, well, is still somewhat short."

"What you’re saying isn’t right. Just think about Miss Su’s Ice Skin Cream, if it’s selected, there is a very high chance that it would be sent into the palace. If any of the imperial concubines are pleased, wouldn’t that be her pathway to success?"

The four laughed heartily, while Lin Yicheng and Lin Ercheng who were helping on the side eavesdropped attentively.

They didn’t know much about Su Tao and only heard some discussions about her in the city. However, their impressions of Su Tao were of a schemer, who tried to entrap them in Lihua Village, and then tried to ensnare Shen Wenchen in Yan City.

"Your dumplings and meat soup noodles are ready, sir."

Lin Yicheng walked up with a tray carrying four large bowls and curiously asked, "Sirs, I heard you talking about this Shang Convention and Miss Su? What’s going on?"

"Huh, you don’t know?"

A man who was just about to start eating suddenly raised an eyebrow in surprise at Lin Yicheng’s question. After a moment’s thought he feigned realization.

"Well, it’s understandable that you might not know about the Shang Convention because you arrived late, but you should know about Miss Su, right?"

"We do know Miss Su, but we’re not sure about her relation to this Shang Convention."

Lin Yicheng said nonchalantly with a chuckle.

"Miss Su, the now most famous figure in Yan City!"

A younger man was somewhat excited as he talked about Su Tao.

"I’ve never seen such a powerful woman! When a lot of refugees came to the outskirts of the city, she somehow found food and handed out porridge and rice. She not only provided free medical consultations to the refugees, she even figured out a way to move many of the refugees, thus mitigating a lot of issues. The small generals stationed here even went out of the way to thank her."

The man spoke with an expression of admiration.

Just imagine, even if he had the rice and grains, he wouldn’t be willing to give them away, let alone to unknown refugees.

"Really?"

Lin Yicheng was somewhat surprised. His sister told him that Su Tao had stayed in Lihua Village for a period of time. But at the time, she said she was fleeing an arranged marriage. How could she have had the resources to hand out food and provide free medical consultations after experiencing a long journey of displacement?

"That was just the beginning. Many people in the city laughed at her for being a fool at that time. But later, she somehow connected with all the major families in Yan City. Overnight, she became a shareholder of various stores, and in less than two months, she opened a rouge store. With that one Ice Skin Cream, she became the most powerful woman in Yan City."

The man in gray clothes clicked his tongue as he spoke.

It is rare to see a woman who’s talented, beautiful, and competent. They could not comprehend the vast possibilities that lay ahead for Miss Su.

After hearing this, Lin Yicheng and Lin Ercheng were only filled with astonishment and, further perplexity.

If Su Tao has such abilities, why does she still try to ensnare their brother-in-law? Is it just for the benefits of the rumors circulating around this Shang Convention, or does she have other intentions?

Although they didn’t know why, the two brothers didn’t have a high opinion of Su Tao.

Gradually, more and more customers turned up at their food stall, leaving Lin Yicheng and Lin Ercheng no time to contemplate, they continued with their business.

Meanwhile, Su Tao was getting a bit nervous in front of the dressing table.

"System, are you sure nothing unexpected will happen today?"

[No.]

The mechanical voice of the system uttered two words and disappeared. Su Tao had long grown accustomed to the temperament of this omnipotent system. Hearing ’no’ from it, she felt somewhat relieved.

Although she was a modern person who had traveled through time, her life in her previous existence was a mess due to her and that person’s actions. Today’s Shang Convention was the opportunity for her to truly establish herself in this world.

She was not some naive and sweet girl. Although she now has many businesses in Yan City, they were all based on her "marketing strategies," which yielded her some shares. But the amount of knowledge she has is limited; these ideas would one day run out. What could she rely on to continue living here then?

Nothing.

If those people wanted, they could easily demote her from everyone’s mouth "Miss Su" to peasant "Su".

But this time, the Shang Convention, was her opportunity; as long as her Ice Skin Cream could be selected to be sent to the capital, she could finally establish herself in Yan City, in this world!

The beauty in the mirror had shining eyes and radiant teeth, her eyes were as if the galaxies were moving within them. It caused Shuangshuang, who was watching, to be slightly entranced.

Since the day she lost her young lady, it was as if she suddenly saw her own position clearly and no longer acted as recklessly as before.

Although Su Tao felt it was a bit rigid, considering her behavior before, she didn’t say much.

Initially, she only felt that being a maid was quite pitiful for a fifteen-year-old girl like Shuangshuang. But when she started to work, Su Tao finally understood why a maid had to be obedient and clever.

After arranging her hair, Su Tao looked at her reflection in the mirror and nodded in satisfaction; since today was her opportunity, she had to be fully prepared.

The young heir of the He family had specially told her in advance about who would attend this Shang Convention.

Apart from Yan City, there would be the four major families — the He, Liu, Cheng, and the lord — not to mention two royal merchants from Jiangnan, the Ye and Zhang families, had sent people as well.

Compared to them, she got an invitation to attend the event thanks to the power of the young heir of the He family and Shen Wenchen.

The He family was the first among the four great families in Yan City. The young master of the He family was interested in her, and besides, the rumors about Shen Wenchen having a liking for her had done its rounds. That’s why they made an exception and gave her an invitation.

Thinking of Shen Wenchen, Su Tao felt a little gloomy in her heart. For two years, that man didn’t show any affection towards her. Could it be that he really loved Lin Nanzhi deeply?

But if that was the case, why did he bring a substitute back?