Help! The Frosty Noble's Son Is in Love With Me!-Chapter 319: Dogged by Couples

It’s naturally a win-win situation. Although the prize looks high, seemingly making the organizer lose out, but once the event gains momentum, it will naturally boost the bookshop’s reputation, attracting more people to come and buy books.

Anyway, Manager Wu nodded along, but then thought of another problem, "Everything else can be managed with money, but inviting prestigious scholars and notable people might not be easy."

Why would such people want to participate in this event?

Those with prestige don’t have difficult lives; money might not be enough to entice them. How could you persuade them to come? If these people don’t participate, the event loses half of its appeal.

Although the prize is high, many scholars cherish their reputation and fear being labeled greedy. If esteemed figures join in the reviews, it turns into an academic exchange, which enhances its nature with the added bonus of fame and a large prize.

Qu Fulan naturally thought of this issue too and just said, "You handle everything else. Regarding this, I have a way."

If she didn’t have a way, at worst she could ask Pei Ji’an to invite people; surely many would grant him some face.

See, this is the importance of being united as a couple. If it were before, Qu Fulan would be embarrassed to order him around. Now—she only wishes to utilize his assets fully.

After all, it’s not just for her benefit; it’s also to earn him money.

While Qu Fulan was pondering how to "utilize resources" efficiently, he showed up.

It’s indeed like saying, "Speak of the devil and he shall appear."

"How did you know I was here?"

Pei Ji’an walked up to her and naturally reached out to hold her hand, "When I want to know, I naturally find out. Heading home?"

Qu Fulan saw him acting like no one was around; it wasn’t the first time, but she still felt shy, though her heart was filled with joy. Which woman wouldn’t enjoy such closeness from her beloved?

"I was planning to go home as well and discuss some matters with you on the way."

The two walked out of the bookshop, the other people in the shop continued their work as if they hadn’t noticed, or peeked surreptitiously, not daring to be blatant.

The shopkeeper, due to his age, didn’t mind much, while the other single staff felt somewhat envious.

"I wish I could hold my cousin’s little hand like that someday."

"Once I save enough, I’ll propose to the neighboring family and marry Chunhua!"

The shopkeeper slapped each one across their heads, "What nonsense are you babbling during work hours? Get to work."

The two complained, rubbing their heads, "There’s nothing for us to do right now."

"How can there be nothing? The Young Madam has just mentioned organizing an event; there’s plenty to do!"

After the shopkeeper roughly explained the event content, the two staff showed little enthusiasm, and the others weren’t very excited either.

"Is that event even worthwhile? The prize is too high; the first place even rewards a hundred taels. We might end up losing money."

"I’m not optimistic either. Why bother? As long as the bookshop survives, there’s no need to dump money."

Look, this is why some can only be clerks, while others become shopkeepers.

"Alright, you won’t be working in vain. Everyone will receive rewards during the event."

With that said, the staff became excited. 𝘧𝑟𝑒𝑒𝘸𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝘷𝑒𝓁.𝘤𝘰𝓂

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In the carriage heading back to Pei Mansion, Qu Fulan was kissed by him for quite a while; only when she was about to lose breath did he finally release her.

"Remember to breathe next time." He patiently taught her again and again.

Qu Fulan, embarrassed and angry, hit him.

Pei Ji’an pretended her hit was a tickle and deliberately misinterpreted her intentions, "Not satisfied with my performance earlier? Then I don’t mind demonstrating again."

He feigned to pounce, and Qu Fulan quickly begged for mercy, "Satisfied, very satisfied!"

Only then did Pei Ji’an stop teasing her, "You mentioned earlier about wanting to talk with me, what’s the matter?"

Talking business, Qu Fulan sat upright and explained her plan briefly, then diplomatically mentioned having him "use his face" to invite people.

Pei Ji’an still realized the essence, "You want me to ask favors?"

Qu Fulan touched her nose, "That’s not how you should put it. The Princely Heir of Pei has great influence; people welcome your invitation eagerly, no need for asking favors. Besides, this event is an academic exchange, encouraging scholars, a positive and motivating activity."

It sounded more and more prestigious.

Pei Ji’an understood her thoughts well, "I can do it, but..."

Upon hearing this, Qu Fulan’s eyes lit up, she quickly grabbed his arm, "But what?"

"How would you thank me?" He added the second half of his sentence.

Qu Fulan only felt the Princely Heir wasted as not a capitalist, more calculating than her; she knew what he was calculative about—once he indulged, he became insatiable.

"I’m earning money for you, why need thanks? Plus, we’re husband and wife; what’s yours is mine, what’s mine is yours, why discuss thanks? Wouldn’t it be too formal?"

Seeing the woman feigning ignorance, Pei Ji’an leisurely said, "Oh, I see. I’ll try my best, no guarantees."

The tone suggested he might not try hard, something Qu Fulan wouldn’t allow to happen.

She couldn’t tolerate mistakes in business matters.

"What do you want as thanks? Speak up!" The woman surrendered.

"Blind selection." He answered promptly.

Upon hearing these two words, Qu Fulan felt a jolt, recalling the vivid memory at the hot spring.

"Speaking of that, you haven’t completed what you promised last time. Once it’s done, we’ll talk." She remembered about the dossier.

Pei Ji’an suddenly pulled out something like a trick and waved it in front of her, "Do you want this?"

Qu Fulan paused, then quickly reacted, "I want it."

She thought it would take days, but it arrived so soon.

"Really want it?"

"Really want it, quickly give it to me."

She reached out urgently, he deliberately raised his hand higher, so she couldn’t reach.

"Give it to me, come on."

"Don’t rush, I’ll give it to you when we get back, so many people outside, isn’t it inconvenient?"

"Alright, I’ll listen to you then, but you’re really impressive."

"Of course, haven’t you realized my abilities yet? When have I ever been lacking?"

A double entendre.

Qu Fulan only acted oblivious.

Their conversation wasn’t remarkable at first, but it made the guards outside blushing through the carriage window.

What do they want? What’s being given?

In broad daylight, such bold words!

Young Master, please consider your image!

Qu Fulan still had Shi Yi and others—the four main guards by her side—while Pei Ji’an had the four main guards starting with Lao Qi.

Usually, each followed their master, but when the couple gathered, they all gathered too.

The problem was, all these burly men were still single, unable to withstand such teasing.

After all, they weren’t as pure as the Young Master; they’ve been to pleasure houses and know what goes on between men and women.

Impossible, they need to find a woman and marry soon.

Otherwise, experiencing this daily, wouldn’t their frustration boil over?