C20 The Auction Began

Just as the Emperor and Empress were discussing in the palace where to choose a fief for Su Ziwan, Cangdale was about to change into a new world. The auction of the Su family's properties also meant that the forces of the entire Lanshore would be reshuffled.

When the day of the auction arrived, Su Ziwan went out early. This was a big day, and she could not afford to be careless. Moreover, today, she was the only one who was going to fight alone against thousands of soldiers and horses.

Today, Cen Kongqing did not sleep in, but even if he wanted to sleep, it was impossible. Steward Lee could not let him sleep soundly. They had not completed a single one of the tasks given to them by the old lady's family. It was impossible for them to manage the property on their own, and there was nothing more to say about the Second Young Master and the girl. If they did not appear today, he would not be able to go back and explain to the Old Madam.

"Madam, isn't uncle going over?"

Cen Kongqing saw that only Su Ziwan and a group of servants and stewards were preparing to go over, but he did not see Su Lingyou at all. He felt that something was off. Was Su Ziwan really in charge of the Su family?

"Of course, Big Brother's health is not good, he can rest at home."

Su Lingyou actually didn't go to such a big event like the auction of the Su family's property. It seemed that the Su family had really changed.

"If you want to go, then hurry up. Or go back and take a nap?"

Su Ziwan revealed a mocking smile, although no one could see it. It was just that the stewards who followed Su Ziwan were all smart people. In fact, they were all laughing at Cen Kongqing in their hearts.

A master who knew nothing wanted to encroach on the Su family?

Without waiting for Cen Kongqing's reply, Su Ziwan directly led a group of people out of the door. Seeing that the group of people had left, Cen Kongqing also followed. With the money he had on him and the wealth that Cen family could mobilize in Cangdale, it was impossible for him to buy a shop. However, he couldn't just do nothing. In any case, he had already asked Steward Lee to write a letter to his family yesterday, so he had already given up on doing anything else.

During the day yesterday, Cen Kongqing stayed in the Su family's study room for a day. The old lady's instructions, his own thoughts, and his brother's thoughts were all clearly stated by Su Lingyou. However, Su Lingyou ignored him. He pushed everything to Su Ziwan. However, Su Ziwan was not home all day.

This auction was an opportunity for Su Ziwan to officially appear in front of everyone, announcing that she, Su Ziwan, was in charge of the Su family.

Although it was still early for the auction, there were more people in the Fragrant House than there had been in the past few days. It was almost the most since the opening of the Fragrant House.

This Fragrant House was a property of Ai family. The Ai family had been coveting the Su family's tea garden and tea mountain for a long time now. Now that they were going to auction it in their own restaurant, they naturally had to build a good relationship with the Su family.

When Su Ziwan arrived at the restaurant, the patriarch of the Ai family personally welcomed her. This time, the auction was not arranged to be on the top floor, but the largest hall. The second floor was also decorated with some simple decorations, and it was filled with people.

Because the Lanshore side preferred seats, many formal occasions used seats. Therefore, seats were also arranged this time. Although Su Ziwan still felt that the chairs were better than cushions, she did not object. After greeting everyone, she sat in the middle of the table with a long table in front of her. Steward Zeng sat behind her, and there were also some seats left on both sides of the stage for the people who came to supervise the entire auction today. As for the contract, there were people who were in charge of it to prevent any accidents from happening.

Although Su Lingyou was not present today, he had used some of his power. Before the arrival of the Emperor's decree, he was still the most powerful official in Lanshore. Half of the soldiers of the Governor of Cangdale's Mansion were on this street, surrounding the Fragrant House and inspecting the passers-by.

Those who did not have a post could not enter the Fragrant House. Although not all families could afford to buy the property of the Su family, Su Ziwan had also sent an invitation to such families and merchants. How could this show lack an audience?

However, some unlucky spectators could not watch this show. For example, the Su's of the South State.

"We are from the Su family, why can't we go in?"

"No one is allowed to enter without a post!"

"Let me tell you, I am Lord Su's elder. Do you dare to stop me?"

"Without a post, no one is allowed to enter!"

"All of you, hurry up and report this to the Su family's Madam!"

"No one is allowed to enter without a post!"

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No matter what the Su Clan said, the guards only repeated this sentence. This was naturally instructed by someone, but it was not instructed by the Su family. Even if Su Lingyou resigned, with his character, there would still be people who would help him do these things.

"Uncle, what should we do? Let's just barge in?"

"Idiot, since they dared to stop us, they would naturally dare to catch you as well. This place isn't far from the Su Manor, so it's more important for us to hurry back and get the invitation from uncle."

"Let's go!"

There were quite a few commoners watching the show outside. When they saw the Su Clan in such a sorry state, they all found it funny. What kind of person was this Su family? They had to send an invitation to enter the Fragrant House. Coupled with their dirty looks, some people felt that these people were liars.

Originally, South State was not far from Cangdale, so Cen Kongqing arrived very quickly. However, the Su Clan only had a few Clan Elders who could enter the Su family's gate. No one from the younger generation had ever come to the Cangdale City before. Every year, Su Lingyou would send someone back to deliver something to help them, but he never allowed them to come. This resulted in the people of Cangdale only knowing a few Clan Elders.

However, the Clan Elder was already old. It was impossible for him to be as fast as Cen Kongqing, so he naturally had to be slower. Furthermore, he had to rest for half a day on the way here, which delayed him for a few days. They, who had left earlier than Cen Kongqing, only arrived this morning, and did not see Su Lingyou himself. Under Housekeeper Su's arrangements, they entered the backyard.

Since it was so lively outside, the people inside naturally had to know. After the people from the Su Clan left, someone told Su Ziwan. No one knew when it started, but people started to treat Su Ziwan as the center of the Su family.

"Thank you, my lord. When this matter is over, I will definitely thank all of you."

"What are you talking about, Eldest Young Miss? We all follow Lord Su's lead..."

Su Ziwan did not listen to the rest of the pleasantries. She just smiled and waved her hand, sending them away.

As they spoke, the people from the Du family, the Hsu family, and the Zhu family all arrived, along with Su Lingyou's deputy. The people of these three families were also shrewd, and sooner or later Su Lingyou would have to resign. They knew who was the most likely to take over. Even if he wasn't, he wouldn't lose anything.

On the other hand, Cen Kongqing, who was also the head of the family, was actually eating chicken legs again. Su Ziwan smiled and walked in the direction of those people.

This good show had just begun!