The Lin Family Patriarch was silent for a long time. Finally, he heaved a deep sigh and said, "Forget it, then!"
After speaking, he seemed a bit uneasy, got up, and walked toward the door. No sooner had he opened it than he saw Steward Lin.
"By the way, go inform Lu Tongsheng. Tell him not to wait any longer!"
Steward Lin quickly relayed the news that Lu Chang'sheng had already left.
Lin Xiaowen listened, silent for a long while, the discomfort in his heart growing ever stronger.
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"If we can't rely on these wealthy families like the Lins, then I'll have to figure out another way to make money!"
On the way back, Lu Chang'sheng pondered to himself.
"Still need to find new income streams!"
The thought made him smile involuntarily.
"But what source should I open up?"
Martial Dao, scholarly advancement—those both take time to grind.
No way results will come in the short-term, but maybe with some other crafts or skills, things might be different.
