Chun Ning knew that Zhao Minghua's tea garden was started on her elder sister's recommendation: "How does Aunt think they are doing?"
"Very well, no wonder Nuannuan wants girls with skills and companions."
These women are no longer confined to the inner courtyard, just serving tea and pouring water, but are able to step out and run a business.
Zhao Minghua indeed has her ideas.
Soon, tea and pastries were served.
"Madam, sir, please enjoy your meal, and feel free to call if you need anything."
As Xia Yu prepared to leave, Mrs. Xu stopped her.
"Young lady, do you know why so many families in Changzhou are selling their sons and daughters recently?"
"Replying to madam, indeed the number of people selling themselves has increased, starting about half a month ago." Xia Yu had heard some gossip at the teahouse: "Some are selling from wealthy families; some were previously working for master families who have since fallen into hardship again..."
"What happened?"
