Chapter 1634: Full-level Boss Dressed As a Peasant Girl
Chapter 1634: Closing the Case
Shu Yu stayed in the prefectural city for two more days, and the case was reopened for trial. However, the officials who went to investigate in Donggu County didn't bring back any useful evidence. They couldn't trace the origin of the rumor as it had spread far and wide, making it impossible to pinpoint the source.
Without concrete evidence to prove that Qian Fangli was the one behind the rumor, he was eventually released after two months of detention. However, he was found guilty of instructing others to steal and was ordered to compensate the aggrieved couple, Liang's family, with twenty taels of silver.
Furthermore, the Qian family was prohibited from planting sunflowers and producing sunflower oil and sunflower seeds. As for Shu Yu, who had her reputation damaged by the rumor, she received compensation as well.
In the end, the prefect ordered notices to be posted in both the prefectural city and Donggu County, warning merchants against engaging in malicious competition and resorting to low tactics to undermine the market environment.
Shu Yu had expected this outcome, and she didn't feel disappointed. Her goal was to set an example and warn others against similar actions.
This case involving Qian Fangli attracted the attention of many merchants and common people. While some suspected Shu Yu's involvement, no one had evidence to support their claims. Accusing the village lord without proof could lead to severe consequences, and no one wanted to risk that.
This incident further elevated Shu Yu's reputation, and business at Lu Ji teahouse flourished. Gradually, it became well-known that for authentic sunflower seeds and sunflower oil, Lu Ji was the right place to go.
Afterward, nobody dared to entertain the idea of dealing with sunflowers for a long time. Even those who were genuinely interested in getting involved would approach Shu Yu cautiously, testing the waters by buying a small amount of sunflower seeds. Surprisingly, Shu Yu agreed to sell to them once the price and conditions were set.
Monopolizing the business was never Shu Yu's intention. She only wanted to deter others from following the same path as Qian Fangli.
As for the county magistrate of Donggu County, County Magistrate Peng, who had assisted Qian Fangli, he was severely reprimanded by the prefect Magistrate and ordered to reflect on his actions thoroughly. Although the punishment wasn't significant, the humiliation was immense. His actions were noted by the prefect Magistrate, which might affect his future prospects.
Compared to Magistrate Peng, Magistrate Xie was much happier. His first move had been successful, and from then on, other county magistrates in Dong'an Prefecture treated him respectfully and no longer dared to openly challenge him.
With Qian Fangli's case settled, Shu Yu didn't stay in the prefectural city any longer. She soon set off with Liang's family and returned to Jiangyuan County.
On the way back, when they passed by the estate, they stopped and had a bowl of noodles at Lu Sixing's stall. The sunflowers were in full bloom, and the area was bustling with people who came to enjoy the view. Lu Sixing, Li Shi, Liang Shi, and Cuihua set up their stalls to sell food.
However, the number of people selling food in the area had increased, and even though Lu Sixing's stall was the largest and most affordable, it was still affected by the competition.
Liang Shi couldn't help but complain when she saw Shu Yu. "We should have come here to set up our stall earlier. Just a few days ago, the orchids bloomed, and we were a few days late. Who would have thought that there would be stalls everywhere now."
Shu Yu stayed in the prefectural city for two more days, and the case was reopened for trial. However, the officials who went to investigate in Donggu County didn't bring back any useful evidence. They couldn't trace the origin of the rumor as it had spread far and wide, making it impossible to pinpoint the source.
Without concrete evidence to prove that Qian Fangli was the one behind the rumor, he was eventually released after two months of detention. However, he was found guilty of instructing others to steal and was ordered to compensate the aggrieved couple, Liang's family, with twenty taels of silver.
Furthermore, the Qian family was prohibited from planting sunflowers and producing sunflower oil and sunflower seeds. As for Shu Yu, who had her reputation damaged by the rumor, she received compensation as well.
In the end, the prefect ordered notices to be posted in both the prefectural city and Donggu County, warning merchants against engaging in malicious competition and resorting to low tactics to undermine the market environment.
Shu Yu had expected this outcome, and she didn't feel disappointed. Her goal was to set an example and warn others against similar actions.
This case involving Qian Fangli attracted the attention of many merchants and common people. While some suspected Shu Yu's involvement, no one had evidence to support their claims. Accusing the village lord without proof could lead to severe consequences, and no one wanted to risk that.
This incident further elevated Shu Yu's reputation, and business at Lu Ji teahouse flourished. Gradually, it became well-known that for authentic sunflower seeds and sunflower oil, Lu Ji was the right place to go.
Afterward, nobody dared to entertain the idea of dealing with sunflowers for a long time. Even those who were genuinely interested in getting involved would approach Shu Yu cautiously, testing the waters by buying a small amount of sunflower seeds. Surprisingly, Shu Yu agreed to sell to them once the price and conditions were set.
Monopolizing the business was never Shu Yu's intention. She only wanted to deter others from following the same path as Qian Fangli.
As for the county magistrate of Donggu County, County Magistrate Peng, who had assisted Qian Fangli, he was severely reprimanded by the prefect Magistrate and ordered to reflect on his actions thoroughly. Although the punishment wasn't significant, the humiliation was immense. His actions were noted by the prefect Magistrate, which might affect his future prospects.
Compared to Magistrate Peng, Magistrate Xie was much happier. His first move had been successful, and from then on, other county magistrates in Dong'an Prefecture treated him respectfully and no longer dared to openly challenge him.
With Qian Fangli's case settled, Shu Yu didn't stay in the prefectural city any longer. She soon set off with Liang's family and returned to Jiangyuan County.
On the way back, when they passed by the estate, they stopped and had a bowl of noodles at Lu Sixing's stall. The sunflowers were in full bloom, and the area was bustling with people who came to enjoy the view. Lu Sixing, Li Shi, Liang Shi, and Cuihua set up their stalls to sell food.
However, the number of people selling food in the area had increased, and even though Lu Sixing's stall was the largest and most affordable, it was still affected by the competition.
Liang Shi couldn't help but complain when she saw Shu Yu. "We should have come here to set up our stall earlier. Just a few days ago, the orchids bloomed, and we were a few days late. Who would have thought that there would be stalls everywhere now."
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